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"Be always at war with your vices, at peace with your neighbors,
and let each new year find you a better man."
~Benjamin Franklin
John Rossheim, Monster Senior Contributing Writer, states,"When it comes to connecting with the right job opportunity, timing isn't everything, but it's certainly something. Tuning into industries' and employers' annual recruitment cycles just might give you a decisive edge."
First Quarter: A New Year's Wave of Hiring
Sometimes peaks of hiring correspond with workplace factors that are only loosely related, like when people take vacation. "Hiring seems to be done by consensus more than any other decision," says Scott Testa, chief operating officer of Mindbridge Software in Norristown, Pennsylvania. "So most hiring decisions have to be made when people are in the office."
Major hiring initiatives may follow close on the heels of the holidays and summer. "The big months for hiring are January and February, and late September and October," says Testa. "Job seekers who make contact right at the start of these cycles have the best chance of being hired."
Strong hiring periods like the first quarter, when demand for talent may outweigh the supply of qualified candidates, may be a good time to go for a job with more responsibility or higher pay. "If you're currently employed and looking to improve your status, you'll want to look during the peak hiring season," says Glenn Smith, president of search firm Precise Strategies in O'Fallon, Illinois.
To read more in depth about hiring cycles Click Here.
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Job of the Month
- Receive/review all hearing requests and assess the nature of each situation to decide how to proceed with each individual request. Coordinate scheduling of informal hearing dates and times with informal hearing Officers and SAHA witnesses to ensure their attendance.
- Work with various advocacy groups representing the participant as well as the internal legal department in rescheduling hearings or providing access to case information.
- Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university.
- Three years work experience in an office setting requiring organizational scheduling, research and adherence to multiple deadlines
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Logistics
Dairy Team Leader I
HEB
- Executes production schedule to ensure on-time delivery in an efficient & effective manner.
- Provide detailed shift summaries to other leaders.
- Monitor and adjust labor requirements to balance staffing levels and overtime costs.
- Bachelor's Degree OR 1-3 years related experience or comparable experience.
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 IT
Network Analyst
PEER 1 Hosting
- Provide first level network and system support to PEER 1's co-location and network customers.
- Analyze network traffic patterns and respond to security issues.
- Coordinate maintenance with vendors and remote PEER 1 technicians.
- Strong grasp of TCP/IP, routing, switching, cabling, internet protocols, firewalls.
- Degree or diploma in computer science, or equivalent education and experience.
- Certifications with Cisco and/or Juniper (CCNA/JNCIA) or equivalent experience preferred.
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EMPLOYMENT TIP #1
If you build it, they can come. Instead of simply posting your résumé on a Web site, take it one step further and design an easily-navigable Web site or online portfolio where recruiters can view your body of work, read about your goals and obtain contact information.
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 Health & Human Services
Community Manager - Health Initiatives
American Cancer Society
- Uses sound community development principles to increase awareness of and utilization of ACS programs and services with the ultimate outcome being reduction in community cancer mortality and incidence and measurable improvement in quality of life for cancer patients and caregivers.
- Collaborates in a team effort to help achieve the goals of volunteer recruitment, advocacy, and income development, including interfacing health initiatives programs with local fundraising events.
- Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
- At least one relevant year of experience. Prior experience with volunteers preferred.
To Apply: Click Here.
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Financial
Financial Analyst I
USAA
- Develops financial forecasts/plans for a major business area or expense category; with little or no supervision, develops and implements. forecasting/planning process, and model improvement initiatives.
- Responsible for product assignment, product pricing, product profitability and ad hoc analysis. Acts as a valued business partner by providing informed, proactive analysis to enable effective decision making and efficient resource utilization.
- Bachelors degree or equivalent experience ( 6 years.
- 4+ years Bank/Finance work experience.
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Art Preparator/Collections Technician
San Antonio Museum of Art
- Assists in gallery preparation, clean-up, and art handling for installation and de-installation of permanent collection loans, and temporary exhibitions.
- Assists in the care and maintenance of the gallery hygrothermographs for environmental monitoring.
- Bachelor's degree in fine art, art history, or related field.
- Minimum of 2 years of art handling experience.
To Apply: Click Here.
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 EMPLOYMENT TIP #2
Find your niche with industry Web sites. Refine your search even more by visiting your industry's national or regional Web site, where you can find jobs in your field that might not appear on a national job board. More and more employers are advertising jobs on these sites in hopes of getting a bigger pool of qualified applicants.
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 Law Enforcement
Park Police Officer
City of San Antonio
- Locates, contacts,, and if necessary arrests individuals with outstanding San Antonio Municipal Court warrants to facilitate case closure.
- Provides security services including but not limited to bailiff duties, security equipment operations, detention center defendant processing and prisoner transport.
- Associates Degree from an accredited college or university with preferable coursework in Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement or a related field.
- Two years as a certified peace officer including experience with serving court documents, making arrests, and transferring prisoners.
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 Legal
Legal Assistant
Clear Channel Communications
- Assistant to Business Operations and Government Affairs practice areas.
- Maintain and update corporate files for assigned attorneys.
- Draft correspondence and documents as requested.
- Experience with in-house counsel in the Business Operations practice area.
- Minimum 4 years experience working as a legal assistant in a corporate or law firm environment.
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EMPLOYMENT TIP #3 Go directly to the source. Instead of just applying for the posted job opening, one of the best strategies to finding a job is to first figure out where you want to work, target that company or industry and then contact the hiring manager. Also, many employers' career pages invite visitors to fill out candidate profiles, describing their background, jobs of interest, salary requirements and other preferences. |
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Landscape/Horticulture
Customer Service Representative
TruGreen
- Resolves customer service concerns through the use of good listening skills, probing questions to determine root cause of the concern, and paraphrasing to check for understanding. Regularly seeks assistance to handle calls requiring extensive problem solving.
- Uses agronomic knowledge/database to solve customer concerns. Use save training and current save offers to retain customers at every opportunity.
- Maintains customer database through accurate and timely data entry. Updates may include customer contact information, service related updates, and financial data.
- Identify opportunities and present additional services to existing customers based on customer needs and agronomic conditions.
- High school diploma or GED, or up to one year related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Associate degree from a two-year college or technical school preferred
To Apply: Click Here. |
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 Accounting
Staff Accountant
San Antonio Water Systems
- Researches and reconciles general ledger accounts to sub-ledgers and financial reports. Analyzes and interprets accounting transactions, resolves accounting issues and discrepancies, and performs general ledger maintenance.
- Develops financial reports for all levels of management in order to facilitate financial analysis, budget, and forecasting decisions.
- Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Finance, or Accounting, or related field from an institution accredited by a nationally recognized accrediting agency.
- Three years experience performing professional level accounting work.
To Apply: Click Here. |
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 Education/Kinesiology
Head Coach-Boys' Track
San Antonio Independent School District
- To implement and maintain an athletic program that will foster competition, good sportsmanship, and community pride and to achieve maximum results in all areas of UIL athletic competition.
- Maintain high visibility within the school and community, and develop a positive rapport with students, parents, staff and the community.
- Valid Secondary or All Level Texas teaching certificate; Bachelor's degree.
- Valid CDL required, drives school bus to transport students as needed.
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 Administrative
Field Office Clerk I
Zachry Construction Corporation
- Administrative tasks include, but are not limited to: accounts payable preparation and processing; certified payroll collection, tracking and verification; ordering office supplies; answering phones; making copies; taking and distributing meeting minutes; contacting subcontractors and/or team members and requesting various documents and information; supporting the administrative requirements of the controlled insurance program; and assisting with project close-out.
- Must be proficient at Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), must be able to operate general office equipment: copier, scanner, fax, etc., must have good organizational skills and able to multi-task and prioritize.
- 1-2 years previous administrative experience related to construction, preferred but not required. Previous experience in regards to records retention processes both electric and paper files. Previous experience processing payroll a plus.
To Apply:Click Here. |
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Veterinary Technology
Surgery Coordinator
San Antonio Humane Society
- Monitor the daily routine and performance of surgery technicians in sterile procedure, cleaning, and maintenance of necessary paperwork.
- Trains, evaluates, and deploys clinic staff as to provide for their growth and to maximize their potential for the good of the shelter.
- Position requires 6 months - 1 year previous experience in animal handling, with at least 6 months of that being in a veterinary facility interacting with the Veterinarian. Position also requires at least 3 months supervisory experience.
- Requires basic education in animal health including TPR normals, qualities of a crashing patient, and basic animal surgical techniques including but not limited to: incubating dogs and cats, intravenous injection, intramuscular infection, safe animal handling and restraint, and sterile surgical prep or the ability to master these techniques in the first 3 months.
To Apply: Click Here. |
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Army & Air Force Exchange Services - Ft Sam Houston
Internship - Fort Sam Houston (Services)
Duration: Spring 2012 (Start Date: February 2012 / End Date: May 2012)
Hours per week: Part-time
Wage/Salary: $13.65/hour
Qualifications
Preferred 6 months of progressively responsible work experience. Must be a college junior or senior at an accredited university. Masters program candidates are also eligible.
Energetic and outgoing personality is preferred.
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Artpace
Semester Internship
Duration: Offered for Spring, Summer, and Fall sessions
(Minimum of 8 week commitment)
Hours per week: 10+ hrs/wk
Wage/Salary: Unpaid (potential to obtain course credit)
Qualifications
College or university student
To Apply: Click Here.
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Generations Federal Credit Union
Hours per week: Part-time
Wage/Salary: Paid
Qualifications:
Intern candidate must have strong written, verbal, spelling, and proofreading skills. Self-starter, attention to details, ability to follow-up and prioritize tasks, handle a variety of assignments concurrently, and work under pressure. Meeting deadlines and following plans is critical. Must be available to support after-hours and weekend activities.
Must be familiar with blog management and be a user of social medial tools such as Facebook and Twitter. Must be fluent in Microsoft Office programs.
It is required that the intern candidate be a student currently pursing a degree in Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, or Communications or closely related field. Must have completed at least 12 hours of college credit at an accredited institution.
Internship Opportunities
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Job Fairs
What: Nationwide Insurance Job Fair
Where: Marriott Courtyard Hotel on Hwy 151 in the Westover Hills Area
When: January 24, 10:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Description:
Representatives from various areas within the company will be there to share their open positions and to accept candidate resumes. This is a great opportunity to learn more about Nationwide!
What: The Opportunity Fair
Where: Student Center Annex
When: February 8, 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Description:
Looking to start the year off right? Don't be afraid to expand your horizons by participating in our Spring 2012 Fair showing opportunities in the areas of: Scholarships, Internships, and Volunteerism
Useful Resources
Looking for a career in the Insurance field?
Palo Alto College Insurance Sales & Service Representative Program
Palo Alto College is partnering with State Farm agents to find and train individuals prepared to help customers obtain the insurance coverage that is best suited for them.
Palo Alto College Courses Include:
Property & Casualty General Lines
This course will teach you to recognize the most appropriate policy choices for your customers. Included will be instruction in customer service, ethics, and communication skills - all essential for leading insurance agents and their team members in this competitive industry. Although completion of the course does not guarantee employment, it can help prepare you to competitively interview for a team member position with a State Farm Independent Contractor Agent. Evening classes are offered regularly. Register now!
For more information contact:
Stephen Colley, AIA, LEED AP
Program Manager
210.486.3409
scolley@alamo.edu
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Useful Resources
READY. SET. GO!
It's not too late to register for the Start II semester! If you are looking to come back to take some courses then here is your chance! Palo Alto College Start II Semester enrollment is open until Jan. 21, 2012.
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FREE one-on-one help filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid! PAC is offereing one-on-one help with filling out the FAFSA so come on in and recieve what you may be eligible for!
Date, Times and Locations are Listed Below:
9am-1pm, January 28, Ouzuna Building Rm. 114
9am-1pm, February 4, Palomino Center
9am-1pm, February 18, Ozuna Building Rm. 114
9am-1pm, February 25, Ozuna Building Rm. 114
9am-1pm, March 3, Palomino Center
9am-1pm, March 10, Ouzuna Building Rm. 114
9am-1pm, March 17, Ozuna Building Rm. 114
9am-1pm, May 5, Palomino Center
What do I need to bring with me?
-Student's and parents' 2011 IRS tax forms and W2s or web link into IRS
-Student's and parents' social security numbers
-Student's alien registration number if applicable
-Student's and parents' untaxed income information (e.g. child support)
-Student's and parents' other financial information (e.g. net worth of business, farm asssets, etc.)
-Student's and parents' exact dates of birth
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Rosie Castro, Director of Center for Academic Transitions
Jonathon Gonzales, Education Support Specialist
Nora Esparza, Education Support Specialist
Katherine Beaumont, Coordinator- Scholarship & Alumni
kbeaumont@alamo.edu / 210-486-3120 |
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