NEW CASTLE, Del. The Delaware River and Bay Authority (DRBA) invites those seeking employment to its third annual Community Job Fair on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The event will be held at the Route 9 Library & Innovation Center, located at 3022 New Castle Avenue, New Castle, DE 19720.

The DRBA is proud to partner with New Castle County and New Castle County Libraries for this annual event, which connects local talent with a variety of employment opportunities at the bi-state agency.  Potential candidates can speak with DRBA representatives directly to explore the wide range of available full-time and part-time positions at all DRBA facilities.

"The partnership between the Route 9 library and the Delaware River and Bay Authority reflects our shared commitment to uplifting the community through meaningful access, opportunity and connection,” said Sherita Copeland, Senior HR Specialist for the DRBA. “Together, we’re not only enhancing recruitment efforts-we're helping local residents envision new career pathways and build brighter futures.”

Representatives from various departments throughout the DRBA, including human resources, will be available for personal discussions. Attendees can also learn about the agency's collaborative work environment and extensive benefits packages. 

The Route 9 Library & Innovation Center provides free access to computers for interested candidates to apply online during the event to streamline on-site applications.  Career opportunities include, but are not limited, to the following:

Full-time Positions

• Police Officers (Non-certified/Certified)
• Sr. Maintenance Journeyman - Plumber
• Sr. Maintenance Journeyman - Electrician (New Castle, DE & Lewes, DE)
• Sr. Maintenance Journeyman – HVAC
• Police Dispatcher  
• Custodial Service Supervisor

Part-time/Casual Positions

• Casual Maintenance Technician
• Casual Airport Operations Aide

Job seekers are encouraged to stop by to learn more about a career with the DRBA. For those unable to attend, all current employment opportunities can be explored and applied for online by visiting www.drba.net/jobs.

About the Delaware River and Bay Authority 
The DRBA, a bi-state governmental agency created by Compact in 1962, owns and operates the Delaware Memorial Bridge, the Cape May- Lewes Ferry, and the Forts Ferry Crossing.  The DRBA also manages two airports in New Jersey (Millville Executive Airport and Cape May Airport) and three in Delaware (Wilmington Airport, Civil Air Terminal and Delaware Airpark). All DRBA operating revenues are generated through the bridge, ferry and airport facilities.  For more information, visit www.drba.net.