WORKING FOR SASKATCHEWAN CAN WORK FOR YOU!

Employees in the provincial public service help make Saskatchewan a better place to live. That's one of the reasons why job seekers should consider a career with the provincial government.

"Public service employees have a unique opportunity to work on programs and services that make a difference in the lives of Saskatchewan people," Minister responsible for the Public Service Commission Wayne Elhard said. "That opportunity to make a difference can be very rewarding, and is rather unique to the public sector workplace."

Elhard visited the Stepping Stones Career Fair in Regina this afternoon to talk to students and young people about considering a career in the public service.

The provincial government recognizes the importance of promoting the public service workplace in a tightening labour market. This afternoon's visit helps to promote the public service as an attractive place to work.

Elhard noted the wide range of occupations within the public service, including geologists, engineers, social workers, nurses and many more. Positions in the public service are available across the province and are listed on the Career Centre website located at www.careers.gov.sk.ca.

"We want to make sure we attract the brightest and the best to work for the province of Saskatchewan," Elhard said. "Having quality employees will allow us to continue providing quality services to the people of the province."

Several government ministries have booths and information available at the Stepping Stones Career Fair, hosted by Treaty 4 Education Centre, in conjunction with other education institutions and businesses. Organizers of this year's fair expect to have well over 1,200 youth in attendance.

"The Stepping Stones Career Fair will be a chance for all young Saskatchewan students to recognize the opportunities that exist for them in this province," First Nations and Métis Relations Minister June Draude said. "I hope students will leave the career fair encouraged and optimistic about future employment possibilities."

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For more information, contact:

Colleen Hawkesford
Public Service Commission
Regina
Phone: 306-787-5581
Email: chawkesford@psc.gov.sk.ca