KansasWorks Manhattan

10/14/2026

Looking for a new job but struggling to fit the search into a busy workweek? The KANSASWORKS Virtual Statewide Job Fair makes it easier to explore your options on your own schedule!

Register at bit.ly/KS-OCT-2026-JF, then log in anytime October 23–25 to explore quality job opportunities across Kansas! 💼

The success of your job search shouldn’t depend on finding childcare, filling your gas tank or rearranging your schedule. Our Virtual Statewide Weekend Job Fair brings top Kansas employers and their latest openings right to your fingertips. Log on anytime between October 23 and 25 to explore quality job opportunities on your own schedule, right from your living room! Free registration is now open at bit.ly/KS-OCT-2026-JF

10/14/2026

💐 Sometimes, the best way to discover a new possibility is to experience it firsthand!

Last week, one of our participants had an incredible opportunity to explore the art of floral design during a job shadow at Acme Gift in Manhattan! April welcomed our participant with a wealth of knowledge, hands-on instruction, and the opportunity to create a beautiful floral arrangement of her own. 🌸

Experiences like these go beyond learning about a career. They create opportunities to build confidence, discover new interests, develop skills, and envision what the future could hold.

A heartfelt thank-you to April and the team at ACME Gift/Floral for investing their time and talents in our participant's career journey. Your willingness to open your doors and share your expertise makes a meaningful difference in our community! ❤️

09/29/2026

Kansas 4-H at K-State Extension is seeking a Program Assistant to support statewide 4-H programs through customer service, volunteer screening, enrollment support, event logistics, financial processes and general administrative assistance.

📍 On-site
💰 $16.36–$20.44/hour
📅 Apply by October 16, 2026

A high school diploma (or equivalent) and one year of relevant experience are required. Customer service, administrative, data systems and 4-H experience are among the preferred qualifications.

Interested? Learn more and apply through K-State Extension's current career opportunities. 👇

Kansas 4-H Youth Development at Kansas State University is hiring a Program Assistant. This is a full time position with great benefits! For more information: https://careers.k-state.edu/jobs/program-assistant-manhattan-kansas-united-states-a3238dbd-d62b-46d1-8f92-8b3edbdc8a7f

09/29/2026

🌾 The Kansas Department of Agriculture is hiring!

KDA currently has a variety of openings, including positions at its Manhattan headquarters and opportunities in communities across Kansas - from Finney County to Southeast Kansas and beyond.

Looking for a career with the State of Kansas? Explore current openings and learn more about available opportunities, pay and benefits at www.agriculture.ks.gov/jobs

KDA has a wide range of open positions right now!

Several of the current openings are in the Manhattan HQ office, but others are in communities across the state, from Finney County to SE Kansas and more.

Working at a state agency offers reliable pay and great benefits -- so come join us in the KDA team! Find details about all jobs at www.agriculture.ks.gov/jobs.

09/25/2026

Happy National Workforce Development Month! 🚀✨

09/18/2026

Smithfield Foods is hosting a Hiring Event on September 24, giving job seekers the chance to connect directly with their hiring team and learn more about current opportunities in Junction City!

📅 September 24
🕐 1:00 – 5:00 PM
📍 Smithfield Foods Plant - Junction City

Smithfield Foods is hosting a Hiring Event on September 24, giving job seekers the chance to connect directly with their hiring team and learn more about current opportunities!

📅 September 24
🕐 1:00 – 5:00 PM
📍 Smithfield Foods Plant - Junction City

Attendees can:
🔹 Explore current job openings
🔹 Meet with recruiters and hiring representatives
🔹 Learn about benefits, training and career growth opportunities
🔹 Participate in on-the-spot interviews

Smithfield offers a range of team member benefits, professional development and education opportunities designed to support employees as they build their careers.

Ready to learn more? Stop by the Hiring Event and meet the team!

09/18/2026

📚 Celebrating Adult Education & Family Literacy Week!

We’re proud to partner with Adult Education providers in our communities to help connect learners with career services, training, and opportunities for their next steps.

Thank you to our incredible Adult Education partners for all you do! 🤝

📚 Celebrating Adult Education & Family Literacy Week!

Every September, Adult Education & Family Literacy Week shines a light on the importance of learning at every stage of life - and the educators and community partners who help make those opportunities possible.

Adult Education is about so much more than earning a credential or strengthening a skill. It can help adults build literacy and numeracy skills, develop digital confidence, prepare for further education or training, and take meaningful steps toward their career goals.

That makes Adult Education an important part of Workforce Development. When people have access to the education and foundational skills they need to move forward, they are better positioned to pursue training, enter the workforce, advance in their careers, and contribute to the strength of their communities.

At Kansas WorkforceONE, we are incredibly grateful for our Adult Education Center partners across our 96-county service area. Your dedication, expertise, encouragement, and commitment to helping Kansans learn and grow make a lasting difference - and we are proud to work alongside you to connect education with opportunity. ❤️

Thank you for everything you do to help Kansans build brighter futures, one learner at a time!

09/14/2026

The KANSASWORKS September Virtual Statewide Job Fair is coming up on Thursday, September 24!

From 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, explore job openings with Kansas businesses and connect directly with hiring managers through the platform’s live chat feature.

💻 Registration is open now and costs nothing to attend!

👉 Sign up: bit.ly/KS-SEP-2026-JF

Your next opportunity could be just a click away!

Our next Virtual Statewide Job Fair is right around the corner! Pop in anytime between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Thursday, September 24 to browse quality openings with top Kansas employers. Have questions about a position? Utilize the platform's live chat function to visit directly with hiring managers! Free sign-up is open now at bit.ly/KS-SEP-2026-JF

09/10/2026

📣 Please note that both of our KANSASWORKS Manhattan Workforce Centers will be closed on Wednesday, September 16!

We will return to business as usual on Thursday, September 17 - we thank you for your understanding!

08/28/2026

Kansas Big Brothers Big Sisters serving Riley, Geary, Pottawatomie Counties is hiring a Match Support Specialist to serve youth, mentors, and families in our community!

If you’re a people-focused professional who wants flexible work, great teammates, and a career with meaningful community impact, this could be the opportunity for you. ✨

👉 Learn more and apply: kansasbigs.org/careers