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Encore Boston Harbor To Hire 1K At Career Fair
The resort and casino says it will extend approximately 1,000 on-the-spot offers at next week's fair.
EVERETT, MA – Encore Boston Harbor will host its second large-scale career fair next week and plans to extend approximately 1,000 on-the-spot offers. The event will take place Monday, March 18 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the Hynes Convention Center in Boston, 900 Boylston St.
Residents of Everett, Malden, Boston, Cambridge, Chelsea, Medford and Somerville will receive exclusive access from 7-9 a.m.
"Last month, we interviewed nearly 4,000 candidates throughout our two-day career fair," Robert DeSalvio, president of Encore Boston Harbor, said in a statement. "We continue to be impressed by the level of talent and significant interest in joining our opening team, and we look forward to welcoming attendees to what we expect will be another successful event."
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The resort and casino plans to hire more than 5,000 operational team members ahead of its mid-summer opening. Hiring preference for all open positions will be given to properly qualified residents of the host city of Everett and its surrounding communities.
In addition, Encore Boston Harbor has pledged to employ 50 percent women, 40 percent minorities and three percent veterans to operate the resort, the company said in a press release.
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Career fair attendees are encouraged to pre-register online to minimize wait times, with walk-ins welcome. Candidates are also advised to apply to their desired position in advance at www.encorebostonjobs.com; bring three printed resumes; and dress to impress.
Where to Apply
To search through openings and apply online, please visit www.encorebostonjobs.com. Interested candidates may also visit Encore Boston Harbor’s career offices to speak with recruitment team members and learn more about career opportunities:
- Everett City Hall Career Office
484 Broadway, Everett, MA 02149
617-944-0251
Monday: 12:30-7:30 p.m.
Tuesday-Wednesday: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Thursday: 8 a.m.-7:30 p.m.
- Medford Career Office
101 Station Landing, Medford, MA 02155
857-770-5210
Monday through Friday, 9:30 a.m.- 5 p.m.
- Host and surrounding communities are Everett, Malden, Boston, Cambridge, Chelsea, Medford and Somerville.
Associate Benefits
Encore Boston Harbor provides associates with the opportunity to be a part of an internationally recognized and respected hospitality team, offering a family-like culture, attractive work environment and career growth opportunities. Other comprehensive benefits include:
- Paid time off and sick time
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Short- and long-term disability insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Employee dining room, with daily rotating menus
- Discounts at local businesses
- Tuition reimbursement
- Discounted MBTA and Commuter Rail passes
Photo Credit: Encore Boston Harbor
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