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PAC Career Link has arrived!
 
Employers are posting jobs and managing applications, managing interview schedules, registering for employer-related career events, and accessing student resumes. Faculty are viewing job listings, viewing active student profiles, viewing career events, and providing placement information. This is just the tip of the iceberg! Stay tuned! 
 
Are you a Palo Alto Alumni or Friend looking to advance in your career?  Are you searching for your dream job?  Let us help you in your search for the right job! Go to www.myinterfase.com/pac/student to register. It's free! 
 
For more information on our Career Link newsletter please contact Danielle Espinoza
(despinoza66@alamo.edu), Larry Carter (lcarter32@alamo.edu), or Nora Esparza (nesparza@alamo.edu).
Job of the Week 
  Information Technology Analyst
M.O.T. & Associates
 
 
Provide primary support for MST information system. MST has an in-house inventory tracking system called OTE and utilizes WEB FOCUS report caster. Integrate IT, hardware, software, and steel processes and procedures to provide comprehensive business solutions.
  • Associates degree or technical degree in a related field
  • Ability to read and interpret general business literature
  • Ability to calculate figures and amounts
  • Working knowledge of various computer programming languages
  • Position can be assigned to general or split shifts for coverage
To apply or receive additional information: Email your resume to Tess White at Tess.White@mot-associates.com or go to www.mot-associates.com
Communications
Communications Specialist
Rackspace Hosting
 
Rackspace, a world leader in hosting delivers enterprise-level managed hosting, cloud hosting, and e-mail hosting services to businesses of all types and sizes globally.
  • Bachelor's degree required; preferred degree in business, marketing or communications
  • Requires 4-5 years of experience in communications and client relations
  • Intermediate knowledge of communications principles and practices
  • Excellent time management, decision-making, interpersonal, presentation, and organizational skills
  • Experience executing communication strategies and programs
Administrative
Accounting Clerk
WebHead
 
This part-time position is responsible for executing all day-to-day financial transactions.
 
Associates degree or equivalent from a 2 year college or technical school 
  • 2 or more years experience with Quick Books or other accounting or payroll software 
  • Manage invoices and deposits 
  • Manage employee and accounting files
  • May prepare report of earnings
Go to www.webhead.com to apply. 
Job Tips
EMPLOYMENT TIP #1 

 Experts say that you should always send a cover letter with a resume. The cover letter should be no more than 3 paragraphs and fewer than 150 words. Use critical buzzwords that focus on your industry knowledge and skill set. Format in business-letter style using a font size of 10 or 12. Use Arial or Times New Roman as your font style.
Television/News
Front Line News Anchor
KAVU-TV 25 Victoria
 
The Victoria Television Group is looking for a front line news anchor. The successful applicant will work with our female anchor to produce and anchor our Monday through Friday half hour 6pm and 10pm newscasts.
  • Degree in journalism or a related field
  • 2 years experience as an anchor or a reporter who has filled in for an anchor
  • 3 year contract required
Send a DVD, resume and cover letter to Don Bradley, News director, KAVU-TV, Code 6NA-15, 3808 N. Navarro, Victoria, TX 77901. 
Sales
Customer Service Representative
West
 
More than 350 full-time Customer Service Representatives are needed now to support a new contract with a new client!
  • Advancement opportunities
  • Training classes begin the first week of October
  • Training hours are 7AM-3:30PM or 3:30PM-12Midnight
  • Hourly pay will start at $10.00
  • Must work a Saturday or Sunday shift
  • After training, qualify for a $100.00 monthly bonus
To apply: Go to www.westemployment.com. Click on the Apply Now icon, then select the Universal City, TX location. Click on the Apply For Jobs icon and complete the online application. After you have completed the online application, come to the West HR office and let the receptionlist know you have completed the online application. Be ready for an immediate interview. 
Criminal Justice
Criminal Justice Planning Manager
Alamo Area Council of Governments (AACOG)
 
This is a responsible, supervisory position. Prefer knowledge and experience with federal and state grant rules and regulations and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with public and private sectors.
  •  Prefer bachelor's degree in criminal justice, public administration or a related field
  • 3 years experience in grant management and budgets in criminal justice, public safety, or related social service program or agency
  • Non-smoker
Submit an electronic application at www.aacog.com/employment.
 
 
Job TipsEMPLOYMENT TIP #2
 
When applying for a job online, remember to delete any inappropriate content on your social networking programs such as MySpace or Facebook. Potential employers can check your site. Make sure your email address is generically professional and does not contain anything that might be considered offensive.  
Agricultural/Horticultural
Agricultural Program Technician
Bexar County Civil Service Commission
 
This position coordinates agriculture and horticulture project activities with County departments and outside agencies and organizations.  
  •  High School graduate or G.E.D., supplemented by college coursework in Agriculture or Horticulture Science
  • Must have a valid driver's license, motor vehicle liability insurance, personal injury protection insurance, and a personal vehicle
  • Requires knowledge of program administration, and knowledge of teaching techniques
  • Must have communicative skills and the ability to manage youth, adults and volunteers
Call 210-335-2545 for more information. You can apply in person at the Heritage Plaza Building, 400 S. Main, San Antonio, TX 78204. 
 
Education
Director of Learning and Development
USAA
 
This position leads a team of Development and Performance Advisors in the assessment of business issues, problem identification and root cause analysis.
 
  •  Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience
  • Operational or staff leadership experience
  • Demonstrated ability to isolate key business problems and influence clients to take appropriate action
  • Prefer 3 years experience with leading and motivating
  • Prefer experience in performance consulting, process improvement, and HR, Training and/or Development
To apply: Go to www.usaa.apply2jobs.com
Marketing
Receptionist
Border Media
 
Border Media has an immediate opening for a full-time Receptionist. This person will greet and attend to visitors and manage inquiries on the phone and face to face.
 
  • Bilingual (Spanish) is a must
  • Excellent phone etiquette needed
  • Good communication skills required
  • Good computer skills needed
  • Experience using a multi-line telephone system with intercom and paging
To apply: Email your resume to careers@bordermedia.com. 
Job TipsEMPLOYMENT TIP #3 
 
 Avoid "red flags" on your resume by making sure that your resume is clear and clean, there are no spelling or grammatical errors, employment dates are listed and don't overlap without an explanation, there is not too much information, and there is not too little information.
Adult Daycare/Childcare
Activity Director
Agape Adult Daycare Center
 
 
Are you ready to develop and lead the activities of adult residents?
  • Discuss current events with residents
  • Create outings and recreational events
  • Immediate openings available
  • Spanish language preferred
 
Kinesiology
Personal Trainer, Group Exercise Instructor, Manager 
Gold's Gym
   
Help improve the fitness and lives of members!
  • College degree in fitness-related field preferred
  • Experience in designing and implementing fitness regimens
  • Current certification from a nationally recognized organization
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills
  • Current CPR and AED certification
Apply at www.goldsgym.com
Firefighting
Certified Firefighter I 
Corpus Christi, TX Fire Rescue
 
   
Help save lives on a full-time basis on the Texas coastline.
  • Must be certified as a firefighter by the TX Commission on Fire Protection 
  • Must possess a current Paramedic Certification
  • Must be at least 19 years of age by exam date
  • Must have a valid Texas Driver's license
  • Must be a citizen of the United States
  • Starting pay is $3,965.00 per month
To apply: Go to www.cctexasjobs.com
Questions: Call James Brown at 361-826-8423 
In This Issue
Job of the Week
Communications
Administrative
Employment Tip #1
Television/News
Sales
Criminal Justice
Employment Tip #2
Agricultural/Horticultural
Education
Education
Employment Tip #3
Adult Daycare/Childcare
Kinesiology
Kinesiology
Local Job Fairs
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Upcoming Events
(RSVP to Larry Carter lcarter32@alamo.edu or Nora Esparza nesparza@alamo.edu)
   
Scholarship Fair
*Wednesday, October 6scholarship
*10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
*Student Center Annex - located in the cafeteria
Looking for funds to continue your education?  Look no further! 
This is an excellent opportunity to meet scholarship providers and learn more about upcoming scholarship opportunities.
Participating companies include; La Prensa, Adelante!, UTSA, University of the Incarnate Word, San Antonio Youth Literacy,
and Say Yes Foundation. 
For more info. contact: Carmen Velasquez 210-486-3121 or cvelasquez@alamo.edu
 
 
Resume Writing Class Resume Rescue
*Wednesday, October 27 
*11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
*CAT Center Conference Room
Join our FREE resume writing class and learn how to create a professional resume today!  Employers view resumes as first impressions. Let us assist you in creating a resume employers will place on the top of their list! 
 
 
Palo Alto College Job Fair
*Wednesday, November 3Jobs with world
*9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
*Student Center Annex - located in the cafeteria
Dress for success and bring copies of your resume! Companies from all over San Antonio will be on campus to provide employment opportunities to our Alumni and Students.  If you need a job come over to our job fair!  
 
If you're an employer looking to promote openings at your company, contact Larry Carter, Job Placement Program Specialist, for more information.  210.486.3118
 
 
Interview Skills Workshop
*Tuesday, November 9Hands Shake
*11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
*CAT Center Conference Room
Nervous about what to say in an interview?  We are here to help!  We will provide with you with the appropriate tools to interview with confidence through information and mock interviews.  Learn the do's and don'ts of interviewing and land your next job with great success.
 
 
 
Credit CardsCredit Workshop
*Tuesday, November 16
*12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
*CAT Center
Learn how to stay out of debt and maintain a good credit score.
In today's economy everyone is on a budget, and people tend to use
their credit cards when they are in a bind.  Learn how to manage your credit properly and how to stay out of debt.   
 
 
Resume Writing Class
*Tuesday, January 25Resume Rescue
*11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
*CAT Center Conference Room
Join our FREE resume writing class and learn how to create a professional resume today!  Let us assist you in creating a resume employers will place on the top of their list! 
 
 
Internship Fair
*Thursday, January 27
*9:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m.
*Student Center Annex - located in the cafeteria
Looking for an internship?  Looking for qualified interns for your company?  We can help!  Join us for our annual internship fair, meet companies and students looking for opportunities to enhance their career.  Everything from general business to science and everything in between. 
 
If you're a company searching for interns look no further!  Contact Larry Carter at 210-486-3118 for more information on obtaining an employer's table. 
Local Job Fairs! 
Check out these upcoming local job fairs:
(Call 210-486-3131 to add your company's job fair.)
 
IT Employment Event
Friday, October 1, 2010
9 AM - 12 Noon
San Antonio College Koehler Cultural Center
 
Houston Astros 2010 Sports & Entertainment Fair
Friday, October 1, 2010
1 PM - 4 PM
Union Station Lobby at Minute Maid Park
Houston, TX
 
San Antonio Job Fair
Tuesday, October 12, 2010
10 AM - 2 PM
Norris Conference Center (Old Crossroads Mall)
 
Texas A&M University-San Antonio Fall Career Fair
Thursday, October 14, 2010
2 PM - 5 PM
Campus Gym (1450 Gillette Blvd.)
 
San Antonio College Career Services Fall 2010 Job Fair
Friday, October 22, 2010
9 AM - 1 PM
San Antonio College Loftin Student Center
 
Career Contact Information
Larry Carter, Job Placement Program Specialist
lcarter32@alamo.edu / 210.486.3118
 
Nora Esparza, Education Supports Specialist
nesparza@alamo.edu / 210.486.3123
 
Danielle Espinoza, Alumni & Friends Coordinator
despinoza66@alamo.edu / 210.486.3132
 
Denise De La Rosa, Career Intern