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Looking for a new job? Need to polish your resume?
Do you need to promote a vacancy at your company?
WE HAVE YOUR
CAREER SOLUTIONS! |
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Greetings!
In a recent edition of a magazine produced by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE), making use of the services and programs at your career center was identified as being a critical component in the overall success of a student in locating a job after attending college.
Other key components included suceeding in the classroom, starting your job search early in your collegiate career, working and growing your network, doing research into industries and employers, taking on campus leadership positions, sharpening your resume, honing your interview skills, and taking part in internships or co-ops.
Use the resources at your disposal. The people working in your career center are a wealth of knowledge and experience. They qualify as part of your network. Use them accordingly.
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). |
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Job of the Week
Homeland Security Coordinator
AACOG
This full-time position pays $1,738.40 bi-weekly, but you must apply by 12/3/2010 online in order to be considered. - Prefer Bachelor's degree and 2 years experience in EMO
- Reliable transportation required
- Must be a non-smoker
- This is a supervisory position
- Must be able to communicate effectively
- Must understand the grant process
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Psychiatric Nursing Assistant
San Antonio State Hospital
- No uniform requirement
- Excellent new employee orientation program
- Direct deposit of pay with a 40-hour work week
- Paid sick leave, vacation and holidays
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San Antonio Housing Authority
- Salary starts at $41,392 per year
- Requires a Bachelors Degree with 8 years experience
- Able to use word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentation software
- Prefer ability to communicate in English and Spanish
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EMPLOYMENT TIP #1
Become a master of the social media to help network for your next job. Ask a friend to help you learn the rules. Take classes at a community college to learn new social media skills. In a tight market, networking could be what helps you land a job. |
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Law Enforcement/Security
Border Patrol Agent and Officers
US Customs and Border Patrol
- 1,250 people will be hired
- Provide security along America's border
- Perform specialized duties
- Training and equipment provided
Go to the CBP public wed site to apply at www.CBP.gov. |
Transportation
Bus Operator
VIA Metropolitan Transit
- Full time position starting at $14.56 per hour ($13.66 during training)
- Regular step raises to a current maximum of $17.54 per hour
- Wide range of flexible benefits including family medical, defined benefit pension plan, on-site child development center and more
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Austin, TX Fire Department
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Have a high school diploma or GED and an SSAN
- Must have a valid driver's license
- Must be a US Citizen or have a valid Work Visa
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 EMPLOYMENT TIP #2
Have you gone to a career fair lately? Did you get a list of employers in advance and do some background checking on the internet? Did you develop questions to ask employers in advance? Did you have extra copies of a current resume ready? Did you arrive early? Did you dress professionally? Did you follow-up? |
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Accountant II
San Antonio Housing Authority
- Pay starts at $41,392 per year for this position
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting
- 3 years of strong general ledger experience
- Texas class "C" license and insurability
- Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principals
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Assistant Early Childhood Specialist (#20100505)
UTSA Child Development Center
Pay is $20,708 annually
Must have a CDA, 1 year certificate in CHD/ECE, CCA certificate, or 12 college credit hours in CHD/ECE and 1 year in a classroom
Security-sensitive position
Must have pediatric first aid and CPR
Background check will be conducted
To apply: Go to www.utsajobs.com |
IT
Help Desk Technician - Level 1 Support
Internet Contrasts Company
- Technician will analyze, configure, repair, maintain, and upgrade IT systems
- Provide quick responses to help desk tickets
- Experience with Windows 2003, MS Office and Windows Operating Systems
- Understands servers and workstation hardware
- Willing to work flexible hours
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EMPLOYMENT TIP #3
Here is what a survey said employers want in their new employees: Written and oral communication skills, strong work ethic, initiative, interpersonal skills, problem-solving skills, analytical skills, teamwork skills, technical skills, flexibility/adaptability, and relevant
work experience (gained through an internship or co-op). |
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Human Resources
Employee Relations Coordinator (P/T)
University Health System
- Assist managers and employees in interpreting policy
- Bachelor's Degree required
- 3 years of related experience required
- Knowledge in employee relations
- Knowledge of applicable regulations required
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Kinesiology
Personal Trainer
Gold's Gym
- Conduct service appointments with members which include body fat analysis, nutritional counseling, and proper use of fitness equipment
- Demonstrate proper form of exercises to members
- Consults with members to determine needs
- Must have current CPR and AED cetifications
- College degree in fitness related field with pracical work is preferred
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Customer Service
Tax Preparer
Mendiola Tax Service
- Earn $9 - $10 per hour
- Hours will vary
- Perform data entry with good keyboarding skills
- Some bookkeeping work available
- Bilingual (English-Spanish) needed
- 8 positions available
To apply: Fax resume to 210-977-9472. |
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| Upcoming Events |
Resume Writing Class
*Tuesday, January 25
*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. |
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Holiday Giving:
The Little Palomino Gift Tree
95 Little Palomino names
remain on our tree!!
Pick a child's name from the tree today and
return a wrapped gift by
Thursday, December 9
Families will be pick up gifts
Friday, December 10 beginning at 9 am
Don't have time to go shopping?
Monetary donations accepted!!
The Gift Tree is located in the PAC Student Center Room 100
Call 210.486.3125 for more information | |
| Career Contact Information | |
Larry Carter, Job Placement Program Specialist
lcarter32@alamo.edu / 210.486.3118
Nora Esparza, Education Support Specialist
Danielle Espinoza, Scholarship & Alumni Coordinator
Denise De La Rosa, Career Intern |
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