"A Proud Partner of the American Job Center Network"   

 

 January 6, 2014

Mobile Works, Inc.

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FREE computer classes available 
 
The Career Center- Mobile Office recently announced that computer classes are available to job seekers.  If you need to brush up on your skills, take advantage of this opportunity. Space is limited. Contact 
Bobby Heaton in the Resource Room to learn more about the classes and/or to register. The class schedule is as follows:
 
Computer Basics
January 17
9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
 
January 17
2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
 
January 24
2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
 
Internet/Job Search Basics
January 24
9:30 a.m.- 10:30 a.m.
 
Microsoft Word Basics
January 31
9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

 

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Aramark
 
Aramark is hiring for kitchen and dining staff for the USA  campus. See and Employment Service Representative for more details at the Career Center-Mobile Office at 515 Springhilll Plaza Court, Mobile, AL 36608.

Alabama JobLink: Keys to your future  
  
  • build a resume
  • research career information
  • create a job seeker account
  • search for jobs online
  • Joblink has over 11 alternate language translations 
  • establish a free e-mail account
  • register with job service
  • receive  e-mail alerts on job openings
  • link to Alabama Job Spider -gives access to other internet job banks  

1,265 job listings for Mobile and surrounding counties.

 
14,475  job listings available in Alabama.

 

108,585 resumes
available to employers .   

Unemployment Statistics 

 

Mobile 6.5%  

Alabama  6.2 %* 

United States 7 %

 

 

         

 Federal Minimum Wage

$7.25 per hour

 

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Sources: 

U.S. Department of Labor-

Bureau of Labor Statistics

 

Alabama Labor Market Services   

 

 

 
Alabama Career Center
515 Springhill Plaza Court
Mobile, AL 36608
251/461-4146
 
 
 
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January 6
Monday
No job fairs scheduled.
  
January 7
Tuesday
No job fairs schedueld.
  
January 8
No job fairs scheduled.
  
January  9
Thursday 
No job fairs scheduled.
  

January 10

Friday

No job fairs scheduled.

 

 

 

 

Mobile County Personnel Board

 

 

Check out the latest job postings from the

Mobile County Personnel Board. In order to apply,  please visit www.personnelboard.org  

 

Only online applications are accepted.  

 

  • Jailer/Dispatcher
  • Carpenter

 

 

 

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     Happy New Year! It's a new year of possibilities for job seekers. New businesses are locating to the area and expansions of current businesses have positioned Mobile to become an economic powerhouse. Now is the time to take advantage of training programs through Mobile Works and job opportunities through the Alabama Career Center located at 515 Springhill Plaza Court.  

 

     Job seekers have access to a range of services under one roof.   Services include training opportunities in aviation, healthcare, manufacturing, etc. through Mobile Works. Get the skills and position yourself to get the job. Also, employment search assistance is available through the Alabama Department of Industrial Relations. Bishop State's Adult Basic Education and seasonal worker transition services for migrant workers with Telamon are also available at the Career Center. 
 
     Furthermore, workers with disabilities can receive specialized job-related training and assistance through the Department of Vocational Rehabilitation Services and veterans can receive employment search assistance from veterans employment service representatives on site.  Additional services available to job seekers include:

  • access to the Alabama JobLink website found at www.joblink.alabama.gov
  • job readiness classes on resume preparation, interviewing, dressing for success and financial literacy 
  • computers with internet access for a self-directed job search
  • computers with Microsoft Office software
  • access to a telephone, e-mail  and fax machine to communicate with prospective employers
  • copy machine
  • unemployment compensation information
  • weekly job fairs
  • businesses have access to on-site conference rooms for interviewing, free internet listings services for job openings, free recruitment and screening of job applicants
  • access to labor market information
  • printed job resource materials

To learn more about the services available, please call  251/461-4146 or visit www.mobile-works.org. 

 

 
 

 

The Alabama Career Center System, the North Baldwin Chamber of Commerce and the City of Bay Minette are proud to host a Veteran Job Expo on January 16  from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the John F. Rhodes Civic Center located at 301 D'Olive Street, Bay Minette, AL.

 

This event is at no charge to job seekers.  The event is focused on veterans from 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM and open to the public from 11:30 AM to 2:00 PM.  Those seeking jobs can apply for available positions and learn about training opportunities, veteran support organizations, and agencies that are able to assist with overcoming barriers to employment.The following will be in attendance:

 

Ace Hardware Distribution, Advantage Staffing, Alabama Career Center System*,  Alabama Department of Rehabilitative Services,  Alliance Mechanical Solutions, Alta Pointe, Alto Products, Inc.,  American Legion (District 33), Austal USA, Azek Building Products, BAE Systems, Business Information Solutions, City of Bay Minette*,  Clark Personnel Services, Clean Tide Container, Inc., Columbia Southern University, C.R. England Trucking, Disabled American Veterans (Chapter 53), Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve, ESD Truck Driving School, LLC,  Express Employment Services, Faulkner State Community College, Gulf Packaging, G4S Security Solutions, Housing First, Huntington-Ingalls Ship Builders, Huntingdon College, Hydratech-Industries, International Marine, International Paper, Life South Community Blood Center, Longs Human Resource Services,  Lowe's Home Improvement, Marriott Grand Hotel - Point Clear,  Masland Carpets, Inc., Meyer Services, Mobile Infirmary, Mobile Lumber, North Baldwin Chamber of Commerce *, North Baldwin Utilities, Pepsi Cola Bottling *, Perdido Beach Resort, PCI Gaming, Premier Truck Driving Academy, Quality Filters, Quincy Compressor, Regions Bank, South Alabama Regional Planning Commission, ST Aerospace, Starr Textile, United Bank, U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs, U.S. Small Business Administration, UTC Aerospace, V.A. Health Care Systems, V.A. Veteran Services Officers, Veterans of Foreign Wars (Post 3568), Walmart , Westminster Village, William F. Green Veterans Home

*Denotes a sponsor of the event.

 

Please contact the Bay Minette Career Center by telephone at (251) 937-4161, fax (251) 937-2859, email Bayminette@alcc.alabama.gov, or our facebook page at BayMinetteCareerCenter@facebook.com for more information.

 

 

 

Hot Jobs from Alabama JobLink

updated 1/6/14 

 

To apply for these and other jobs, please visit  

www.joblink.alabama.gov   

 

The Joblink website will provide COMPLETE job descriptions, instructions on applying for jobs, information on salary, benefits and other requirements. In order to apply for listed jobs please refer to the JOB ORDER NUMBER. You must create an account using a password and e-mail address in order to apply for jobs listed on the JobLink website

 

  

 

  

 

Driver (CDL Required)-US Lumber is a wholesale building materials distributor looking for drivers with the ability to safely operate a flat-bed tractor-trailer to transport building materials to our customers. A valid CDL-Class A license, ability to pass DOT medical examination, as well as 3 years of verifiable tractor/t... Refer to job order #1201095.

 

Medical Assistant-Medical assistant needed for a busy medical practice. Must have EXCELLENT communication skills! One of two MA's working with physician. This position is responsible for assisting physician by placing patient in exam room, and preparing for examination. Some of the chief duties includes gathering med... Refer to job order #1201042.

 

Patient Care Technician-MAINTENANCE/TECHNICAL: * Maintain environmental integrity and aesthetics - ensure all areas are safe and clean. * Clean and disinfect dialysis machine surface, chair, equipment, and surrounding area between treatments according to facility policy. * Conduct all tasks necessary for preparation for... Refer to job order #1201113.

 

Road Mechanic-Position Objective: The prime function of the Road Mechanic is to correct and prevent equipment malfunctions at the customer job site. Refer to job order #1200985.

 

Substance Abuse Counselor-Colonial Management Group, LP, is currently searching for a Full-time Counselor. Candidates must be able to work early morning hours and available to work some weekends. Candidates must be able to pass a credit check, background check and drug screening. Refer to job order #1201016.

 

HR Administrator-Description: Accountability: Consistent maintenance of favorable and effective payroll process for all employees. Accurate tracking of information, organized and easy retrieval of files and records. Must maintain the highly confidential nature of payroll, human resources and finance. E... Refer to job order #1200707.

 

Receptionist / Billing Clerk-Job Description Full Time Temp To hire Position Located in Mobile, AL Job Purpose: Maintains records of financial transactions by establishing accounts posting transactions. Bookkeeper Job Duties: · Develops system to account for financial transactions by establishing a chart of accounts def... Refer to job order #1200715.

 

Food Service Workers-Will work as a Food Service Worker on the University of South Alabama Campus. Apply in person on January 6, 2014 at 251 Delta Loop Room 213, on the University of South Alabama Campus.Refer to job order #1200990.

 

 

 

 


       Mobile Public Library presents...

 

 

Financial Literacy Workshop

 Tuesday, January 7 

pam ware  10:00 AM-11:00 AM

 

Learn the basics of spending, saving and starting from scratch. Learn basic money management techniques and strategies to get you on the road to success.  


 

Resume Writing

Thursday, January 9

10:00 AM-11:00 PM

 

Making a first impression with employers takes on a new meaning in today's job market. Oftentimes, the first point of contact is your resume.Learn strategies to making a great first impression by writing a winning resume and cover letter that appeals to potential employers and get the phones to ringing.

Facilitator is Pamela G. Ware, Director of Marketing and Public Relations at Mobile Works.Registration is required. For more information or to register please call 251-208-7079 or 251-208-7085. 

 

Location of Workshops

Ben May Main Library

700 Government St.

 Mobile AL 36602