KansasWorks Manhattan

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

08/27/2026

Our KANSASWORKS Workforce Centers will be closed Monday, September 7th, in observance of Labor Day.

We’ll resume regular business hours on Tuesday, September 8th.

Thank you to the hardworking Kansans who keep our communities moving forward! 💙

08/26/2026

Kansas Big Brothers Big Sisters’ School-Based Program connects students with caring mentors for just 30 minutes each week during the school day or after-school care - helping build confidence, encouragement, and brighter futures.

Interested in learning more about the program or how to get involved? Visit Kansas Big Brothers Big Sisters’ website to learn more!

Every youth deserves someone to walk alongside them. Help your child take the next step on their journey with a caring mentor by their side.

Our school-based program gives students 30 minutes a week with a positive role model during the school day or after-school care creating encouragement, confidence, and brighter futures.

kansasbigs.org/enroll-a-youth |

08/17/2026

DeHart Plumbing Heating & Cooling is looking for HVAC Technicians and Maintenance Technicians to join their team.

The company offers a strong benefits package and opportunities for career growth, including:

💰 Pathways to $100K+ earning potential
🩺 100% paid medical & dental for employees and families
🌴 PTO + paid holidays
⭐ Monthly performance bonuses
🏋️ 24/7 company gym
🥞 Free breakfast each morning
🎓 Accredited training and professional development

Some experience is preferred, but candidates with construction or hand-tool experience, a strong work ethic, and a willingness to learn and grow are encouraged to apply.

👉 Looking for a hands-on career with room to grow? Check out this opportunity!

🔥 WE’RE HIRING! 🔥

We’re looking for:

❄️ HVAC Technicians
🛠️ Maintenance Technicians

We work hard, take care of our customers, and take damn good care of our people. 🐻💪

💰 Clear path to $100K+ yearly income
🩺 100% paid medical & dental for employee + family
🏖️ PTO + paid holidays
📈 Monthly performance bonuses
🏋️ 24/7 company gym
🥞 Free breakfast every morning
🎓 Accredited training facility + real career growth

Some experience is preferred. At minimum, we’re looking for construction and hand-tool experience, a strong work ethic, and a willingness to grow.

🚫 Clock watchers need not apply.
🐕 We want hard workers, leaders, and good humans.

👉 Apply here:
https://dehartplumbing.com/about-us/careers/

08/17/2026

🤔 Not sure what career path is right for you?

Finding the right job starts with understanding what interests you! The KANSASWORKS.com Career Explorer can help you identify your interests and discover career options that may be a great fit.

🔎 Take the Career Explorer quiz today: bit.ly/CAREER-EXPLORER

Your next career could be closer than you think! 💼✨

Need some help deciding on what job fits you? Take the Career Explorer quiz on KANSASWORKS.com to assess your interests and find jobs that may be perfect for you. Head over to bit.ly/CAREER-EXPLORER today to learn more!

08/10/2026

🚔 RileyCountyPD is hosting two Hiring Fairs this month!

Looking for a career in public service? RCPD is hiring Police Officers and Correction Officers and hosting a two-day Hiring Fair with an opportunity to move through multiple steps of the hiring process in one visit.

Hiring Fairs at the Riley County Law Enforcement Center

📅 August 28
⏰ 1–8 PM

📅 August 29
⏰ 9 AM–5 PM

💰 Police Officers: $30.04–$36.55/hour
💰 Correction Officers: $23.99–$29.19/hour
⭐ Competitive benefits & retirement
📈 Lateral service credit available

Interested? Visit the original post for full hiring fair details, requirements and information on what to expect. 👇

🚔 Looking for a career with purpose? Join the Riley County Police Department!

We're hiring Police Officers and Correction Officers, and invite you to our Hiring Fair for a special streamlined hiring and interview process where you will take the written POST exam, complete background paperwork, take the Voice Stress Analysis Test (CVSA), and participate in the Oral Board Interview. And dress appropriately with athletic attire for the department’s physical agility test (RCAT).

📅 Hiring Fair
Aug. 28: 1–8 PM
Aug. 29: 9 AM–5 PM

Why RCPD?
✅ Credit for lateral years of service
✅ Competitive pay
✅ Excellent retirement and benefits
✅ Opportunities to make a real difference in our community

Starting Pay (2026):
👮 Police Officers: $30.04–$36.55/hour
🔒 Correction Officers: $23.99–$29.19/hour

If you're ready to serve with professionalism, integrity, reliability, initiative, empathy, loyalty, and teamwork, we'd love to meet you later this month. For more information and questions about the Hiring Fair, please contact RCPD Human Resources Specialist Miriam Abbott at [email protected].

08/10/2026

We’re so grateful to PeaceFull Pantry for welcoming our Kansas-WorkforceONE TeenWORKS youth and creating such a meaningful hands-on service experience! 💙

It was a great opportunity for them to learn more about food insecurity while giving back to their community. We appreciate all you do to support Manhattan and the surrounding community!

08/06/2026

🎲💰 Life comes with surprises - are you ready for them?

Today, our KANSASWORKS Manhattan team brought The Game of Real Life to the Wamego Public Library, giving five young adults the opportunity to step into a hands-on financial literacy simulation. Participants practiced making smart financial decisions and navigating unexpected expenses that came their way with the roll of a die!

Through interactive experiences like this, we’re helping young adults build confidence, strengthen essential life skills, and better prepare for the future.

Join us for our next workshop at the Wamego Public Library!
💡 Topic: Essential Skills
📅 Wednesday, August 12
⏰ 3:30–4:30 PM

08/06/2026

Losing a job or facing an unexpected career change can feel overwhelming - but you don't have to navigate it alone.

If you've been impacted by a layoff, company closure, or downsizing, our team is here to support you every step of the way. We can help you explore your options and connect you with resources designed to make your transition a little easier, including:

✅ Job search assistance and employer referrals
✅ Financial support for eligible training programs
✅ Help with training-related expenses
✅ Access to technology and job search tools

Whether you're ready to begin your job search, explore a new career path, or simply want to learn what's available, we're here to help you move forward with confidence.

Call or visit one of our KANSASWORKS Manhattan Workforce Centers to take the next step!
📍 2423 Kimball Ave, Manhattan, KS
📞 (785) 775-1777

📍 322 Houston Street, Suite 112, Manhattan, KS
📞 (785) 539-5691
🌐 www.ksworkforceone.org/contact

08/06/2026

Looking for your next opportunity?

The KANSASWORKS Virtual Statewide Job Fair on Thursday, August 27, gives job seekers the chance to connect with employers from across Kansas and discover a variety of quality job openings - all from the convenience of a virtual event!

Register today at bit.ly/KS-AUG-2026-JF to receive helpful reminders before the event!

Did you miss our Virtual Statewide Job Fair last month? Don't worry - we've already got another one on the books! Join us Thursday, August 27 to browse quality openings with top employers from across the state of Kansas. Register today at bit.ly/KS-AUG-2026-JF to receive e-mail reminders as the big day approaches!