Portsmouth At Work

06/08/2026

On May 8, 2026, after the mayor's State of the City address, there was a Topping Off Ceremony for The Landing Hotel At Rivers Casino Portsmouth.

The Landing Hotel at Rivers Casino is another major development in the city of Portsmouth. The Landing Hotel at Rivers Casino Portsmouth will create wonderful opportunities for the residents needing good paying jobs and lasting careers in Hospitality and Tourism industry.

Use the link below to see more about how the city of Portsmouth is working to support your dreams.

The Topping Off Ceremony For The Landing Hotel At Rivers Casino Por...

05/29/2026

Celebrating Our Mariners’ Bootcamp High Achievers!
The month of May has been one with many memorable accomplishments. Portsmouth residents continue to shine in many occupations. Portsmouth@Work sponsored several Portsmouth residents in Mariners Bootcamp training provided by Maritime Institute.
Among other skills, graduates of this 1-month great program:
• Learned essential safety protocols and emergency procedures on board.
• Gained proficiency in navigation skills using charts and GPS technology.
• Understood the basics of seamanship, including knot tying and boat handling.
• Completed training in firefighting and damage control techniques.
• Became familiar with maritime laws and regulations.
• Participated in physical fitness training to meet maritime job requirements.

Because of their achievement,
• ALEXIS SHARPE
• JOVONNE ODOM
• ISAAC BARROW
Will earn…
Transportation Worker’s Identification Card (TWIC)
Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) with STCW
Basic Training, Crowd Management and VPDSD endorsements.
Most importantly, they are ready to start their careers in this high-paying occupation.

Please join us to congratulate these amazing mariners!
For additional information, please use the link below:
https://marinerbootcamp.com/

05/21/2026

Portsmouth Got Talent!

The 3rd Portsmouth Public Art's Wall St Mural Festival took place on May 9, 2026. This year's festival showcased the work of many Portsmouth residents.

These talented artists educated and entertained everyone. Join us in congratulating Portsmouth's own for the show they put on. We are so proud of them.

ENJOY!

https://youtu.be/KDkKDV318xE

05/19/2026

THE BIG CHALLENGE!

Share one positive WORD about your city!

Why FIND YOUR WAY HERE?

Check out the link below for more positive VIBE!

This is the Live Event Video of State of the City 2026 in Portsmouth, Virginia with Mayor Shannon Glover. Filmed at Rivers Casino on May 8, 2026

05/10/2026

Friday, May 8, was a indeed a great day in the city of Portsmouth. The mayor shared the great things happening in the great city of Portsmouth.

In his "State of the City" address, Mayor Shannon Glover shined light on the wonderful progress the city of Portsmouth has made and continues to make to improve the quality of the lives of ALL the residents of the city.

The credit belongs to everyone, especially YOU, the residents who continue to contribute to the growth and development of the city through your selfless acts and love for the city.

Again, Portsmouth@Work will continue to work with you to...
FIND YOUR WAY HERE!
Find Your Purpose Here!
Find Success Here!

One of the highlights of the afternoon was the wonderful performance of your students and members of the Churchland High School dancing team, who entertained the audience and showcased their talents.

Check it out and join us congratulate these wonderful future artists.

05/07/2026

The Hampton Roads Workforce Council will be hosting its 5th Annual Regional Job Fair on Thursday, June 11 from 10 AM to 3 PM. This event offers great opportunities for job seekers of ALL experience levels, interests, and career paths. Be prepared to meet and speak to employers from all career and occupational sectors.

Don’t wait until the last minute to start preparing for this event.

If you need to prepare your employment documents including your resume, cover letter, brush up on your interview skills, or simply need to find out more about how to approach employers in particular industries, contact Portsmouth@Work staff for an appointment by calling our number: 757-393-8832.

For specific information about this job fair, please use the link below:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hampton-roads-workforce-council-5th-annual-regional-job-fair-tickets-1987324381723?aff=oddtdtcreator

For additional information about Hampton Roads Workforce Council, use the go directly to: https://www.theworkforcecouncil.org/

Please select the “CONTACT US” option from the “Pull-Down” menu to complete a simple 5-minute or less ONLINE Orientation.

Moving Forward! Building Up! Opening Doors!

05/03/2026

Ribbon Cutting & Opening Doors to Advanced Manufacturing Opportunities to Portsmouth Residents. Radian Forge is now leading the way in the new age of manufacturing parts in support of the NAVY using technology--all done here in our great City of Portsmouth.

Stay tuned to Portsmouth@Work to explore how you can become part of this movement.

We will continue to provide you with the best training programs to prepare you for the opportunities to work in this wonderful and exciting field of advanced manufacturing.

Explore! Learn! Engage! Check out how this company is changing the world of Advanced Manufacturing and how you can join its team...

https://linkprotect.cudasvc.com/url?a=https%3a%2f%2fradianforge.com%2f&c=E,1,5Kc6XuDlOMg7AHDnX1e5jGWGyVax3twI1rzGq68jYAKZUSO2Gtjmz6nBubAIXcPyPzDzvA2frnxwJZ_ixBu4QUURQFgJ7wJfn7ZjRDoQAaZDN6b1pv-_02djRw,,&typo=1

05/01/2026

PORTSMOUTH’S OWN!

Finally, A Home-Grown School of Cosmetology to Serve Your Needs!

Please check out the link below to learn more about this great "New School" started, operated, and owned by Portsmouth young business leader and role model to our youth.

https://youtu.be/QC2M6i9_2LI

04/28/2026

REMINDER! The City of Portsmouth, VA's Department of Social Services Job Fair is around the corner. Tomorrow, from 10AM to 3PM at 1701 High Street, Suite 101, 4th Floor.

We have added a brief guide provided by CareerOneStop, sponsored by the United States Department of Labor to help you make the most of this great opportunity: https://www.careeronestop.org/JobSearch/FindJobs/job-fairs.aspx?secondaryNavPanels=BA%3D%3D

04/22/2026

The City of Portsmouth, VA's Department of Social Services will be hosting a job fair on April 29 from 10 AM to 3 PM. Opportunities will be available for ALL experience levels.