While Fort Knox offers a wealth of jobs in Information Technology, Human Resources, Administrative professions and numerous other career fields, the region surrounding Fort Knox boasts a diverse economy with a variety of employment opportunities.

Banks, schools, colleges, restaurants and more continue to expand to meet the demand that Fort Knox growth brings. In fact, a recent economic impact study predicted that for every two new jobs coming to Fort Knox, one job would be created outside the gate. So for spouses and dependents, finding a job in the Heartland should not be a problem. Click here for employment information from our Resource Database. And, check out www.kix.com a web portal focused on job opportunities throughout the region surrounding Fort Knox.

The regional economy is fueled by a strong entrepreneurial spirit, a thriving healthcare industry, and a growing knowledge-based economy with strong ties to numerous exemplary post-secondary institutions. Additionally the area has a robust manufacturing base with Ford, General Electric and numerous other factories including smaller manufacturing plants offering employment options in every county. Examples include Dow Corning, Dana Corporation, and Nationwide Uniform Corp. And since we're located on the "Bourbon Trail" it's no surprise that major distilleries like Heaven Hill, Barton Brands Ltd. and Jim Beam Brands Co., employ hundreds of workers.

The Heartland is also a major distribution hub, and the presence of the UPS World Port means logistics and distribution are key factors in the economic makeup of the region. Besides employing thousands themselves, UPS creates a regional climate for large companies, such as UPS Supply Chain Solutions, Zappos.com and the Geek Squad, who rely on quick, convenient shipping options. And this means lots of jobs.

If you're in the medical profession, few areas offer as many career opportunities as the Heartland. Major employers like Humana, Kosair Children's Hospital and Jewish Hospital are within an easy drive, and smaller regional hospitals and medical facilities dot the landscape. Cardinal Health, employing several hundred workers, is located in Radcliff within minutes of Fort Knox.