The District of Columbia’s Department of Human Resources (DCHR) announces the Winter Hiring & Resource Fair on Monday, December 8, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the University of the District of Columbia (UDC) located at 4200 Connecticut Ave. NW Washington, DC 20008. On-the-spot registration will not be accepted for this event.
The event is free, and registration is required. During registration, candidates will choose up to two positions for consideration. Upon entry candidates are encouraged to visit all participating agencies with roles that are aligned to their skillset. Agencies will review resumes and may preschedule interviews for candidates whose qualifications match the positions. Please note that an interview is not guaranteed for all participants.
District Government agencies may offer immediate job positions to qualified candidates. If immediate offers are not extended, agency representatives may reconnect within a few weeks, pending necessary suitability prescreening. Some agencies have specific security requirements, so on-the-spot offers may not be possible at the hiring event. Please refer to the list below for agencies with additional requirements:
Registration begins Friday, November 21, 2025, 12:00 pm – Sunday, November 30, 2025, 11:59 pm.
Interview Prep Conversation
Thursday, December 4th, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Join us for an interactive Resume Writing Workshop designed to help you craft a standout resume that captures the attention of recruiters and hiring managers. This session will provide you with the tools and techniques to effectively showcase your skills, experiences, and accomplishments.
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Meeting ID: 219 775 936 490 16
Passcode: E8om2TJ3
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+1 202-594-9550,,246359240# United States, Washington
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Applicants will have the option to claim an additional preference(s); see below for a comprehensive list. Verification of the preference will be confirmed by the hiring agency. For a list of acceptable documents, please visit the District of Columbia Department of Human Resources website.
1. A District resident, for additional details on qualifications click here.
- Anyone claiming District residency preference at the time of application should bring a DC government-issued form of identification and/or a combination of four substitute proofs of residency. For more information on how to prove residency please refer to the District’s Personnel Manual.
2. A Veteran, Spouse of a Veteran, or eligible Survivor. For additional details on qualifications click here.
3. 18 to 21 years of age and is currently or was a Child and Family Services (CFSA) foster care recipient within the last five years. For additional details on qualifications click here.
- Applicants claiming a foster care preference will need a letter or other documentation from CFSA or the Family Court of D.C. Superior Court to validate a current foster care status or showing the date court supervision ended.
