Arizona $2K Return To Work Bonus: See Who's Hiring Right Now

PHOENIX, AZ — It's been nearly a week since Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey ended the state's $300 boosted unemployment, choosing to set aside $300 million for one-time, $2,000 bonuses for those that reenter the workforce full-time.

The announcement, which also will pay out a one-time, $1,000 bonus to those that reenter the workforce on a part-time basis, is aimed at driving people back into the workforce in the 48th State.

"In Arizona, we're going to use federal money to encourage people to work…instead of paying people not to work," Governor Ducey said in a statement.

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A handful of national companies have announced major hiring sprees in the state over the last month.

Here's a list of companies looking to hire employees in Arizona right now:

• Fidelity Investments: National investment company, Fidelity, announced in mid-April that it would add more than 1,000 licensed financial planners in more than 20 markets, including Phoenix. The financial services company said its decision to increase its workforce by 10 percent stemmed from wanting to increase the reach of its investor centers. "Growing our U.S. footprint and expanding our technology teams will allow us to source diverse and innovative talent to meet our customers' changing financial needs today and, in the future," said Mark Barlow, general manager of Personal Investing, Fidelity Investments, in a statement. To apply for the openings, visit Fidelity's jobs website.
• Amazon: The E-commerce giant announced last week that it would add 5,00 full and part-time employees in the Phoenix area. The openings, which are part and full-time, are centered in Amazon's fulfillment and logistics network, with the roles offering an average starting salary of $17 an hour, the company said."We look forward to hiring 75,000 associates across our fulfillment and transportation network," said Alicia Boler Davis, Vice President of Global Customer Fulfillment at Amazon in a statement. "Working at Amazon also comes with an unwavering commitment to safety, especially as we continue to navigate a global pandemic. In addition to the great pay and robust benefits available to new hires starting on their first day, we're offering a $100 benefit to any new hire who comes to Amazon already vaccinated for COVID-19."
  Hiring for the positions is already underway, with interested applicants advised to visit Amazon's employment site.
• State Farm: Insurance giant State Farm announced last week that it would add more than 1,500 claims positions at the company's Tempe location. The positions, which are located in Tempe, as well as at State Farm's headquarters in Bloomington, Ill.; Richardson, Texas and Atlanta, the company said.
  "Our employees are the key to ensuring our continued success," said State Farm HR&D Director Jill Lacy Green in a statement. "Our virtual career fair will allow potential applicants to engage with our recruiters to learn more about our career opportunities, interviewing and resume tips, as well as our benefits before applying." To sign up for the virtual job fair, visit State Farm's careers page.
• CVS Health: CVS Health announced Monday that it would hire 500 service and clinical professional positions at its Chandler Aetna One Advocate office. The company is looking to hire 500 service and clinical professional positions over the next 12-to-24 months at its Aetna One Advocate office, located on South Spectrum Boulevard in Chandler. The openings include customer service advocates, nurse care managers, care manager advocates, health provider advocates, customer service managers and supervisors and clinical health services supervisors, the company said. Most of the 500 job openings are new to the Valley, with the Chandler office specializing in providing premier members service. "Working for the Aetna One Advocate program provides colleagues the opportunity to make a positive difference in people's lives and their health," said Jason Clement, Vice President, Aetna Clinical Services, CVS Health, in a statement. "We care about our members and don't rush them off the phone. Plus, it's a fun work environment with great benefits, including discounts at all CVS Health stores." Those interested in applying for a position with CVS in Chandler can do so here.
• We-Ko-Pa Casino Resort: The Valley’s newest casino, the We-Ko-Pa Casino Resort is hiring multiple high-paying hotel, security and food & beverage positions. The smoke-free facility is looking for more than 40 positive and passionate team members, and offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, employee meals and an opportunity to grow in a luxurious AAA Four Diamond property. Owned and operated by the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation, the 166,341-square-foot We-Ko-Pa Casino Resort boasts state-of-the-art gaming, a variety of specialty fine and casual dining restaurants, and live entertainment. The attached hotel offers 246 spacious guestrooms and suites; 25,000 square feet of meeting space; and two resort-style outdoor pools. To apply, visit wekopacasinoresort.com and click on the Careers tab.
• West Pharmaceuticals Services Inc.: National injectable solutions company, West Pharmaceuticals Services Inc., is hiring 120 full-time employees, split between the company's Scottsdale and Tempe sites, at job fairs this week. The first fair will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., on Tuesday at 14677 N. 74th St. in Scottsdale, while the second will be held at 405 W. Guadalupe Rd. in Tempe on Wednesday. Visit West Pharmaceuticals Services' website for more information on the openings.