Career Catcher
2026-02-06 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-20 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-06 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-20 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-03 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-17 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-01 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-15 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) and 1 more date | Virginia Career Works Lynchburg Center, 3125 Odd Fellows Road, Lynchburg, VA, 24501
Career Catcher is a structured, in-person workshop series designed for individuals who need help navigating today’s job market. Sessions will be held on the first and third Fridays of each month from 3:00–4:30 p.m. at the Virginia Career Works Lynchburg Center, located at 3125 Odd Fellows Road in Lynchburg.
These courses focus on:

Career readiness and job search strategies
Exploring realistic career pathways and next steps
Building confidence, clarity, and momentum during a challenging hiring environment

To learn more, contact Lamont Hobson at 434-944-7044 or email lamont.hobson@vcwcentral.com

Resource Day
2026-02-19
Resource Days will be held on the third Thursday of each month at the Virginia Career Works Lynchburg Center. Resource Days provide walk-in access to Virginia Career Works partners, allowing individuals to:

Meet directly with workforce and community partners
Learn about available programs, training, and support services
Get help navigating employment, education, and career resources

These days are especially helpful for individuals who need hands-on assistance or benefit from connecting with multiple partners in one visit.
To learn more, contact Lamont Hobson at 434-944-7044 or email lamont.hobson@vcwcentral.com

United States Postal Service Hiring Event
2026-02-27 09:00 - 14:00 | Virginia Career Works Lynchburg Center, 3125 Odd Fellows Road, Lynchburg, VA, 24501
USPS Hiring Event at the Virginia Career Works Lynchburg Center (Feb. 27)
If you’re looking for a job with benefits and a clear path to grow, don’t miss this upcoming hiring event with the United States Postal Service (USPS).
📅 Date: Friday, February 27, 2026🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM📍 Location: Virginia Career Works Lynchburg Center3125 Odd Fellows Road, Lynchburg, VA 24501
Positions USPS is recruiting for

Assistant Rural Carrier (Job Order #4020276)

Rural Carrier Associate (Job Order #4020118)

City Carrier (Job Order #4020284)

How to apply
To be considered, job seekers should:

Review job details in the Virginia Workforce Connection (VAWC): vawc.virginia.govSearch by employer name: “United States Postal Service.”

Submit an application on the USPS careers website: about.usps.com/careers/

Anyone with questions about the event should contact the Virginia Career Works Lynchburg Center at 434-455-5940. Press 2 to speak with a customer service representative about the event.

Oakwood Health & Rehab Hiring Event
2026-03-09 10:00 - 15:00 | Virginia Career Works Lynchburg Center, 3125 Odd Fellows Road, Lynchburg, VA, 24501
Oakwood Health & Rehab Center Hiring Event (Healthcare Careers)
If you’re looking for a career in healthcare, Oakwood Health & Rehab Center is hosting a hiring event at the Virginia Career Works Lynchburg Center.
Event details

Date: Monday, March 9, 2026

Time: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Location: Virginia Career Works Lynchburg Center, 3125 Odd Fellows Road, Lynchburg, VA 24501

Positions Oakwood is hiring for

Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA)

Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN)

Nurse Unit Manager (LPN)

MDS Coordinator (LPN/RN)

Weekend (WEO) Nurse Supervisor (LPN)

How to prepare

Bring a resume and be ready to discuss your experience and availability.

Register in the Virginia Workforce Connection (VAWC) and search Oakwood Health and Rehabilitation Center to review job postings.

You can also apply online at oakwoodhrc.com/careers.

If you or someone you know is interested in nursing or long-term care, this is a great chance to connect directly with the employer.

Resource Day
2026-03-19 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-16 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-21 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-06-18 08:00 - 17:00 | Virginia Career Works Lynchburg Center, 3125 Odd Fellows Road, Lynchburg, VA, 24501

Care Advantage Hiring Event
2026-03-31 09:00 - 12:00 | Virginia Career Works Lynchburg Center, 3125 Odd Fellows Road, Lynchburg, VA, 24501
Care Advantage Hiring Event Coming to Virginia Career Works Lynchburg Center on March 31
Job seekers interested in caregiving careers are invited to attend a hiring event with Care Advantage on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Virginia Career Works Lynchburg Center, 3125 Odd Fellows Road, Lynchburg, VA 24501.
Care Advantage is recruiting for CNA, PCA, and Caregiver positions. Opportunities include full-time and part-time work, flexible schedules, weekly pay, and paid training.
Additional job details are available through the Virginia Workforce Connection. Job seekers can search by JO# 4023331 or by the employer’s name at vawc.virginia.gov.
Individuals who plan to attend should be registered in the Virginia Workforce Connection at vawc.virginia.gov and should also apply through the employer’s website at careadvantageinc.applicantpro.com/jobs/.
This hiring event is a great opportunity for job seekers to learn more about available positions and connect directly with Care Advantage representatives.

Central Virginia Workforce Development Board Meeting
2026-04-14 15:00 - 16:30 | Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance, 300 Lucado Place, Lynchburg, VA, 24504, United States
The Central Virginia Workforce Development Board will meet on Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. The meeting will take place at the Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance, located at 300 Lucado Place; Lynchburg, VA 24504. Members of the public are invited to attend. Anyone wishing to provide public comments should email Traci Blido, Executive Director of the Central Virginia Workforce Development Board, prior to the meeting at traci.blido@vcwcentral.com.
Click here to view the meeting agenda

New Teacher Hiring Event
2026-05-05 09:00 - 16:00 | Virginia Career Works Lynchburg Center, 3125 Odd Fellows Road, Lynchburg, VA, 24501
Start your teaching career immediately while earning your teaching certification! 🍎

Eckerd Connects is hosting a Hiring Event for teaching positions at the Old Dominion JobCorps Center on Tuesday, May 5 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Virginia Career Works Lynchburg Center, located at 3125 Odd Fellows Road in Lynchburg.

Open positions include:

High School Teacher

Academic Instructor

Math Teacher

This is a great opportunity for recent college graduates who want to begin teaching right away while working toward full licensure or certification.

United States Postal Service Hiring Event
2026-05-08 10:00 - 14:00 | Virginia Career Works Lynchburg Center, 3125 Odd Fellows Road, Lynchburg, VA, 24501
Looking for a new career opportunity in Lynchburg or the surrounding areas? The United States Postal Service will hold a hiring event at the Virginia Career Works Lynchburg Center on Friday, May 8, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Job seekers are invited to stop by and learn more about available mail carrier positions with USPS. This is a great opportunity to connect directly with employer representatives, ask questions, and get information about current openings.
Event DetailsDate: Friday, May 8, 2026Time: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.Location: Virginia Career Works Lynchburg Center3125 Odd Fellows RoadLynchburg, VA 24501
USPS is hiring for the following positions:
Assistant Rural CarrierJob Order #4036270
Rural Carrier AssociateJob Order #4036273
City CarrierJob Order #4036275
Job descriptions and additional information are available through the Virginia Workforce Connection at www.vawc.virginia.gov. Job seekers should search by employer name: United States Postal Service. Applicants must be registered in the Virginia Workforce Connection and should also apply for positions through the USPS careers website at https://about.usps.com/careers/.
For assistance preparing for the event, registering in the Virginia Workforce Connection, or applying online, visit the Virginia Career Works Lynchburg Center before the hiring event.

BAAM Executive Security Hiring Event
2026-05-21 10:00 - 14:00
Virginia Career Works Lynchburg Center will host a hiring event for BAAM Executive Security on Thursday, May 21, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
The event will take place at:
Virginia Career Works Lynchburg Center3125 Odd Fellows RoadLynchburg, VA 24501
BAAM Executive Security is hiring for full-time and part-time positions across three shifts, including:
Security OfficerJob Order #4037077High school diploma or GED required
Senior Security OfficerJob Order #4037087High school diploma or GED required; 1–2 years of experience preferred
Weekend/Part-Time Security OfficerJob Order #4037085High school diploma or GED required
The employer will provide assistance to obtain DCJS certification.
Job seekers interested in applying should visit the Virginia Workforce Connection at vawc.virginia.gov and search by employer name: BAAM Executive Security.

USPS Hiring Event
2026-06-18 10:00 - 13:00
The United States Postal Service will hold a hiring event at the Virginia Career Works Lynchburg Center on Thursday, June 18, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Job seekers interested in becoming a mail carrier in Lynchburg and surrounding areas are encouraged to attend. Representatives will be available to share information about current openings and help interested applicants learn more about the application process.
Event Details
Date: Thursday, June 18, 2026
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Location: Virginia Career Works Lynchburg Center
3125 Odd Fellows Road
Lynchburg, VA 24501
USPS is currently recruiting for the following positions:
Assistant Rural Carrier
Job Order #4036270
Rural Carrier Associate
Job Order #4036273
City Carrier
Job Order #4036275
Visit vawc.virginia.gov and search for the job order numbers listed above to read a full description of each opening.
This hiring event is a great opportunity for job seekers to connect directly with USPS and learn more about career opportunities in the Lynchburg region.
For more information, visit the Virginia Career Works Lynchburg Center or attend the event on June 18.

Career Catcher
2026-06-19 15:00 - 16:00

Central Virginia Workforce Development Board Meeting
2026-07-14 15:00 - 16:30 | Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance, 300 Lucado Place, Lynchburg, VA, 24504, United States
The Central Virginia Workforce Development Board will meet on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. The meeting will take place at the Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance, located at 300 Lucado Place; Lynchburg, VA 24504. Members of the public are invited to attend. Anyone wishing to provide public comments should email Traci Blido, Executive Director of the Central Virginia Workforce Development Board, prior to the meeting at traci.blido@vcwcentral.com.

Clorox Glad Manufacturing Hiring Event
2026-07-15 10:00 - 14:00 | Virginia Career Works Lynchburg Center, 3125 Odd Fellows Road, Lynchburg, VA, 24501
Clorox Glad Manufacturing Plant Hiring Event Set for July 15 in Lynchburg
Virginia Career Works is partnering with The Clorox Company to host a hiring event for its Glad Manufacturing Plant in Amherst on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Virginia Career Works Lynchburg Center, located at 3125 Odd Fellows Road in Lynchburg.
The hiring event will give job seekers an opportunity to learn more about career opportunities with Glad and The Clorox Company. Open positions include:
Technical Process Operator, Blanket Department
Job Order #4040254, #4040402, #4040403, #4040406, #4040408
Technical Process Operator, Zipper
Job Order #4040326
Technical Process Operator, Extrusion Department
Job Order #4040328
Electrical / Maintenance Technician
Job Order #4040268
Job seekers can review job descriptions and additional information through the Virginia Workforce Connection at www.vawc.virginia.gov by searching the employer name Clorox. Job seekers must be registered in the Virginia Workforce Connection and should also apply for the positions through The Clorox Company’s careers website at www.thecloroxcompany.com/careers/.
The event is open to job seekers interested in manufacturing careers in the Amherst area. Attendees are encouraged to bring copies of their resume and be prepared to speak with representatives about available opportunities.
For more information, contact the Virginia Career Works Lynchburg Center at 434-455-5940. Press 2 to speak with our receptionist.

WIS International Hiring Event
2026-07-16 10:00 - 15:00 | Virginia Career Works Lynchburg Center, 3125 Odd Fellows Road, Lynchburg, VA, 24501
WIS International will hold a hiring event at the Virginia Career Works Lynchburg Center on Thursday, July 16, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
The company is recruiting for the following position:
Retail Associate – InventoryJob #4040186
Event Location:Virginia Career Works Lynchburg Center3125 Odd Fellows RoadLynchburg, VA 24501
Job descriptions and additional information can be found on the Virginia Workforce Connection at www.vawc.virginia.gov. Search by the employer name WIS International.
Job seekers must be registered in the Virginia Workforce Connection and complete the employer’s application before being interviewed by WIS staff.

USPS Hiring Event
2026-07-24 10:00 - 14:00 | Virginia Career Works Lynchburg Center, 3125 Odd Fellows Road, Lynchburg, VA, 24501
The United States Postal Service will hold a hiring event at the Virginia Career Works Lynchburg Center on Friday, July 24, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The event will take place at 3125 Odd Fellows Road in Lynchburg.
USPS is hiring for mail carrier positions in Lynchburg and surrounding areas, with openings available in Altavista, Amherst, Appomattox, Bedford, Big Island, Brookneal, Chatham, Concord, Evington, Forest, Gladys, Glasgow, Goode, Gretna, Hurt, Madison Heights, Monroe, Pamplin, and Rustburg.
Available positions include:
Assistant Rural CarrierJob Order #4041147
Rural Carrier AssociateJob Order #4041157
City CarrierJob Order #4041158
Job seekers can find job descriptions and additional information on the Virginia Workforce Connection at www.vawc.virginia.gov by searching for the employer name United States Postal Service. Job seekers must be registered in the Virginia Workforce Connection and must also apply for positions through the USPS careers website at https://about.usps.com/careers/

Appomattox Job Fair
2026-08-12 10:00 - 14:00
2026 Appomattox Job Fair
Looking for a new job or ready to take the next step in your career? Join us for the 2026 Appomattox Job Fair on Wednesday, August 12, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Central Virginia Community College Appomattox Center, located at 136 Carver Lane in Appomattox.
This free event will give job seekers an opportunity to meet directly with representatives from employers in Appomattox and surrounding communities. Attendees can learn about available positions, speak with hiring representatives, and submit applications on site.
Please bring copies of your résumé and come prepared to discuss your experience, skills, and career interests.
Need Help Preparing Your Résumé?
A special Résumé Helpdesk will be held on Tuesday, August 4, from 10:00 a.m. to noon at the J. Robert Jamerson Memorial Library. Job seekers who need to create or update a résumé are encouraged to stop by for assistance before the job fair.
Event Details
Date: Wednesday, August 12, 2026Time: 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.Location: Central Virginia Community College Appomattox CenterAddress: 136 Carver Lane, Appomattox, VACost: Free to attend
The event is presented by Central Virginia Community College, Appomattox County, and Virginia Career Works – Central Region. Come meet local employers and explore career opportunities available throughout the area.
Employers can register to participate in the event by visiting: https://vcwcentralregion.com/appomattox-job-fair/

Small Business Virtual Employment Fair
2026-08-13 10:00 - 16:00
The Virginia Department of Small Business and Supplier Diversity, in partnership with Virginia Works, will host the Virginia Runs on Small Business Virtual Employment Fair on Thursday, August 13, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
This free statewide event will give job seekers an opportunity to connect directly with Virginia small businesses that are hiring. Participants can explore current job openings, learn more about participating employers, share their résumés, and speak with hiring representatives through live virtual conversations.
Event Details
Date: Thursday, August 13, 2026Time: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.Location: VirtualCost: Free for job seekers and employers
Job seekers can participate from anywhere in Virginia and connect with employers representing a variety of industries, including hospitality, retail, technology, skilled trades, clerical services, transportation, and more.
Virginia small businesses are also invited to reserve a free virtual hiring booth. Participating employers will be able to meet job seekers from across the Commonwealth, review résumés, promote current openings, and build a pipeline of candidates for future opportunities.
Whether you are looking for your next job or searching for qualified employees, this virtual employment fair offers a convenient way to make valuable connections.
Register as a job seeker or reserve an employer booth:https://lnkd.in/ehJwHCsT

Veterans Career & Hiring Expo
2026-09-30 10:00 - 15:00 | Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance, 300 Lucado Place, Lynchburg, VA, 24504, United States
The “Next Chapter: Veterans Career & Hiring Expo” will be held on September 30th, 2026, from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. at The Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance, 300 Lucado Place, Lynchburg VA 24504.
This event is for military veterans, transitioning service members, and military families who are ready for what’s next. Connect with high quality employers who understand your experience. Sponsored by Crawford Olin, Operation Connect Heroes, VM Veteran Magazine, Virginia Career Works – Central Region, and the Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance.
Includes on-site interviews and workshops.
