Job seekers across the state should plan to attend the 2011 Kansas Statewide Career Fair on Tuesday, March 8, in Salina. The career fair, which is free, is sponsored by KANSASWORKS and the Kansas Economic Development Alliance. More than 103 companies will be represented.

Job seekers are encouraged to dress appropriately for interviews and bring several copies of their resumes. In addition, participants should visit KANSASWORKS.com prior to attending the job fair for the latest list of companies attending and positions available. The KANSASWORKS mobile center will be on site to help with resume building and career counseling.

WHAT: 2011 Kansas Statewide Career Fair.

WHEN: 2:30-6:30 p.m., Tuesday, March 8.

WHERE: Bicentennial Center, 800 The Midway, Salina, Kan. 67401

WHO: Recruiters from 103 companies across Kansas, many conducting on-site interviews. Private interview rooms will be available.

DIRECTIONS/TRANSPORTATION: From I-70, take the Ohio Street exit. Proceed south three miles to The Midway. Turn right on The Midway to reach the Bicentennial Center. From I-135, take the Crawford Street exit. Proceed east about two-and-a-half-miles to Ohio Street. Turn left and proceed three-quarters-of-a-mile to The Midway. Turn left on The Midway to reach the Bicentennial Center.

CityGo, a bus service managed by OCCK Transportation, will provide free rides within Salina for those attending the job fair. For schedules and routes, call (800) 526-9731 or go to www.salinacitygo.com.

MORE INFORMATION: Go to KANSASWORKS.com and click on the “Job Fairs” link and then click the “NC Kansas” link.