Blog: Theresa Maher

It’s hard to believe February is already here! We are starting the month off with a great list of job opportunities you can find right here in the Valley from this morning’s CBS 5 Who’s Hiring segment. If you missed it, tune in next week at 6:20am! 

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Direct Alliance

Direct Alliance is a business process outsourcing company that handles everything from sales channels, to financial services and direct marketing. They have quite a few positions available, but if you’re in sales, they are currently looking for 100 Inside Sales Professionals for sell for Hewlett Packard, so apply today!

•    Inside Sales Professionals
•    Outbound Sales Representative
•    Training Specialist
•    Campaign Marketing Manager
•    Program Sales Manager
•    Database Marketing Manager

La-Z-Boy Furniture Galleries

La-Z-Boy Furniture Galleries is looking for customer-oriented sales consultants to add to their team, you don’t need previous retail sales experience just the desire to grow a great career. La-Z-Boy Furniture Galleries offers great benefits and stylish, fun products. Apply today! 

•    Sales Consultants - Position Filled

Christian Family Care Agency

Christian Family Care Agency is a private, non-profit, social services agency that serves children through foster care, child and family counseling, pregnancy counseling, and adoption. They are looking for motivated candidates who share their values. 

•    Bilingual Counseling Department Assistant
•    Ongoing Licensing Foster Care Specialist
•    Foster Care Home Development Specialist


Yavapai College

Yavapai College is a five campus community college in northern Arizona that serves over 11,000 students from high school age to seniors. They are looking for a Radiology Clinical Coordinator to manage the clinical education component for the radiology program, which includes development, goal setting, assessment, and evaluation.

•    Radiology Clinical Coordinator

As you prepare for your next job interview, take a moment to familiarize yourself with the different interview styles you may run into. In a traditional interview, which is the style we tend to be most familiar with, you will be asked about your skills, your interest in the organization and position, and your overall professional history.  Preparing for a traditional interview requires researching the organization and becoming comfortable explaining why you feel you are the best candidate for the job.

There is another interview style that is becoming more and more common; the behavioral interview. This style is focused on using past experience to predict future behavior. So, the employer is trying to get a sense of how you would handle certain situations if you were hired. Here's an example: the interviewer may say, "Tell me about a passed work situation that involves a conflict you had to solve between two parties. How were you able to do so?" Here, the interviewer is interested in learning about a real life situation you experienced to see how you handle conflict resolution. When asked a behavioral interview question, you should always respond with real experience, not one you've made up. One of the worst things that can happen in your job search is ruining your credibility, which will most likely ruin your chance of landing a job.

You can never be sure what sort of situation the employer will ask about, so preparing for a behavioral interview can be a little difficult. Before any interview take some time to think back on situations where you have truly showcased your talents as a professional. This can be focused around leadership, conflict management, your ability to keep your cool under pressure, or any variety of traits you feel showcase your strengths as a candidate. Many times employers want to see how you will handle situations as part of a team, so be sure you are not only prepared to discuss situations where you worked individually. Thinking of past experience you can share with the recruiter ahead of time will take the pressure off of having to think on the spot.

With job interviews, regardless of the style you encounter, preparation is the key. Walk in with examples and experiences you can offer that will help position you as the best candidate for the job. You have a lot of great experience, don't be afraid to share it. 

Here is this week’s list of job opportunities featured on the CBS 5 Who’s Hiring segment this morning. If you missed it, tune in next Wednesday at 6:20am to see the latest list of featured companies!

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Freedom Financial Network

Freedom Financial Network looks to help people attain financial freedom by working with customers to cut the total amount of unsecured debt they owe. They are looking for an Administrative Reports Agent to focus on the reporting functions and tasks for activities within their customer service department.

•    Administrative Reports Agent

Maricopa County 

Maricopa County is a complex, dynamic organization that delivers a vast array of critical services to its citizens.  Approximately 50 departments serve the public with 13,000 employees in the areas of public health and health care, transportation, infrastructure construction and maintenance, flood control, law enforcement, social and legal services, courts, education, parks and recreation facilities, libraries, animal control, economic and community development and elections.

•    Spanish Speaking Translator 
•    Spanish Speaking Court Interpreter
•    Assistant Director Education Division
•    Medical Director – HCH
•    Intell Transportation System Specialist
•    Benefits Call Center Supervisor
•    Programmer Analyst - POSITION FILLED

Nationwide Credit

Nationwide Credit provides industry-leading asset recovery and customer service management services dedicated to helping clients maximize value through effective call center and collections strategy and execution. The company offers a track record of proven performance servicing more than fifty different products.

•    Experienced Collectors
•    Sr. Sales Portfolio Manager

Synergy Physical Therapy and Performance Health

Synergy Physical Therapy and Performance Health maintains a great atmosphere for healing and learning with music, a high energy level and enthusiasm. They have established a reputation in the area for one-on-one, hands on care. If you are willing to work one-on-one with patients and provide manual therapy and corrective exercises this is the clinic for you. No boring clinical setting here. They are the new generation of rehabilitation.

•    Physical Therapist

Whether you have recently chosen to re-enter the workforce after taking time away, or your job search has simply taken longer than you expected, many of you are faced with the issue of handling a gap in your resume. Luckily, gaps in work experience are not the scarlet letter many people perceive; as we are finding more and more legitimate reasons why people have taken a hiatus from the workforce. It's also no secret that the current economy has played a part in the delay of employment for many candidates.

So, now that you know it's acceptable to have a gap or two in your work history, what do you do about it? My first piece of advice, and this resonates to every piece of your job search, is to be honest. Do not attempt to lie the gap away. Information is very accessible in today's world and you can't afford to ruin your credibility as job seeker. You also want to avoid ignoring the gap all together. Let's face it, employers are going to wonder what you did during this time. Not addressing it can provide the perfect setting for recruiters or hiring managers to create negative perceptions about what occurred during that time period. They may assume you had a previous employer you don't want them following-up with.

So, what do you write about that time period? Start by explaining what you did; even if it is not employment-related. For example, let's say you took a year or two off to be a stay-at-home mom or dad. Add that to your resume and list the skills gained that you feel make you a better candidate. This could include the ability to multi-task or make important decisions under pressure.  If you spent a period of time traveling, discuss what you learned, such as the ability to adapt to new environments or quickly build rapport with new people. Now, maybe your job search has just taken longer than you expected. Don't sell yourself short by overlooking everything this experience has taught you. Include any associations you joined or volunteer opportunities you completed (if you don't have any, this is a gentle hint to seek some out).

Regardless of the reason, a gap in your resume should not keep you from positioning yourself as a great candidate. Look at the relevant skills and experience you gained during that time and be prepared to meet questions about this head on. Continue to focus on how you can benefit the organization you are applying to with the experience you do have, rather than focusing on times you were not employed.

Here is the list from this week’s CBS 5 Who’s Hiring Segment. We have another great list of diverse companies and positions. If you missed it this morning, be sure to tune in next Wednesday at 6:20am for more opportunities!

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Farmers Insurance District 25

Farmers Insurance District 25 is looking for Insurance Sales Producers who want the opportunity to run their own business. Candidates would be responsible for the day-to-day operations of their own agency and would provide clients with a full risk management program, taking care of everything from auto, home, life and commercial insurance and financial services.

•    Insurance Sales Producer

Phoenix Ophthalmologists

Phoenix Ophthalmologists is an eye care and laser center who is focused on providing the best patient care. They are looking for ophthalmology technicians who are COT or COA certified to work closely with their physicians.

•    Ophthalmology Tech

Summit Healthcare Regional Medical Center

Summit Healthcare Regional Medical Center is located in the White Mountains of northeastern Arizona. They offer an 81 bed not-for-profit hospital and have just built a new tower focused on patient and family centered care design. They are looking for great candidates to join their team today.

•    Medical Technologist
•    Pharmacist
•    Labor and Delivery Nurse

Discount Cab

Discount Cab provides safe and courteous on-time transportation to the general public in a variety of mass transit vehicles. They are looking for independent contract drivers to join their team. Drivers only need one day of training with over the road certification and can work when they want for as long as they want!

•    Independent Contract Drivers

AmTrust Bank

Amtrust Bank, one of the top 20 mortgage lenders in the U.S., is looking for candidates who will enjoy a fast-paced financial service environment. They have multiple locations across the Valley and offer employees many discounts and free products and services.

•    Bank Teller
•    Personal Banking Specialist
•    Customer Service Supervisor
•    Branch Sales Manager

With 2009 a thing of the past, it's the perfect time to look ahead and focus on your job search goals for 2010. As we know, your resume is one of the main building blocks for a successful job search; so let's look at how you can improve the way you position your previous experience to get 2010 started off right.

Most resumes are relatively similar. You may format things differently, but for the most part you have your contact information, your previous work experience or history, your educational background, and any additional involvement or skills you feel would be of interest to an employer. While this seems pretty straightforward, you would be surprised at the impact a few small changes in your wording can make. (Check out our new JResume tool to help you reformat, reorganize and share your resume). One standard rule I always follow when revising resumes is to quantify as much information as possible. Adding numbers and measurements will not only help make your resume more professional (and a bit more impactful, in my opinion), it also gives employers a very clear idea of how you can benefit their business. I'll give you a few examples:

* Rather than, "Provided customer service to a variety of clients and customers", say, "Averaged a 90% year-over-year client retention rate for over 500 clients and customers".

* Change, "Was a top sales representative in the organization", to "Increased new business by 25% (or X dollars)".

* Instead of, "Handled office supplies and mail duties", try "Managed office logistics for 35 employees and maintained a 24hr turnaround time for all outbound marketing material".

* You can even quantify any projects you completed that saved your previous employer money


These are just a few examples, remember it's crucial that you keep your numbers accurate. You should be able to quantify most sections of your previous job experience regardless of the industry you are in. If you do not have the information you need to quantify your resume, and you are not able to retrieve it from you previous employer, it is never appropriate to make it up. The important thing to focus on is how to communicate your worth to potential employers. And let's be realistic, employers want candidates who can increase their bottom line. If you are able to show how you have improved other businesses you have worked for, it will be easier for potential employers to understand how you can do the same for them.

This morning's CBS 5 Who's Hiring segment was full of great opportunities; especially for those interested in the healthcare industry! If you missed it, be sure to tune in next Wednesday at 6:20am for more job openings! If you have an industry that you would like featured in an upcoming segment, I'd love to hear it!


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Dish Network

    * Inside Sales Managers
    * Inside Sales Associates

Banner Boswell Medical Center

    * Experienced Nurses
    * Nurse Managers
    * Licensed Therapists

Banner Del Webb Medical Center

    * Experienced Nurses
    * Nurse Managers
    * Licensed Therapists

National Veterinary Associates - Stone Crest Animal Hospital

    * Experienced Veterinary Technician


Horizon Home Health
    * Community Liaison/Sales & Marketing Rep - Home Care
    * Full or Part-time Nurses

I'd like to wish everyone in our Jobing Community a Happy New Year! This year we look forward to bringing you more resources than ever before to help improve your job search. I'm sure you've noticed the fresh, new look of our site; and I'd like to introduce you to some of the new resources that have come along with it. I am incredibly excited about Jobing's new resume builder and resume sharing tool - JResume. This free resource allows you to reformat and reorganize your resume using customized themes we've created just for you. Once you create a brand new look for your resume, you can create a personalized resume website that allows you share your information quickly and easily with your personalized URL (don't worry, you control the privacy settings to reach only the audience you want). You can share this URL through email, social media outlets, or however you'd like to connect with your professional network. If you prefer a more traditional format, you can also download your JResume to a PDF file.

Now, if you're like me, you continuously find more and more great things you can do with your mobile phone. At Jobing we are committed to being everywhere you are, so we have created a new mobile version of our job board to allow you to take your job search on the go. From our Jobing.com Mobile version you can search for, and apply to, jobs all in the palm of your hand. You can also access great blogs and videos directly from your mobile phone, allowing you to manage your job search more effectively than ever.

We are so excited to bring you the new version of Jobing.com and hope you enjoy the new resources we have created just for you. From all of us here at Jobing we wish you a Happy New Year and good luck in your job search!

I'd like to wish everyone in our Jobing Community a Happy New Year! This year we look forward to bringing you more resources than ever before to help improve your job search. I'm sure you've noticed the fresh, new look of our site; and I'd like to introduce you to some of the new resources that have come along with it. I am incredibly excited about Jobing's new resume builder and resume sharing tool - JResume. This free resource allows you to reformat and reorganize your resume using customized themes we've created just for you. Once you create a brand new look for your resume, you can create a personalized resume website that allows you share your information quickly and easily with your personalized URL (don't worry, you control the privacy settings to reach only the audience you want). You can share this URL through email, social media outlets, or however you'd like to connect with your professional network. If you prefer a more traditional format, you can also download your JResume to a PDF file.

Now, if you're like me, you continuously find more and more great things you can do with your mobile phone. At Jobing we are committed to being everywhere you are, so we have created a new mobile version of our job board to allow you to take your job search on the go. From our Jobing.com Mobile version you can search for, and apply to, jobs all in the palm of your hand. You can also access great blogs and videos directly from your mobile phone, allowing you to manage your job search more effectively than ever.

We are so excited to bring you the new version of Jobing.com and hope you enjoy the new resources we have created just for you. From all of us here at Jobing we wish you a Happy New Year and good luck in your job search!

This morning's CBS 5 Who's Hiring segment has an extra long list of positions! If you missed it, be sure to tune in next Wednesday at 6:20am for more great opportunities!

Cox Communications

As the leading telecommunications provider in Arizona, Cox Communications has built quite a name here in the Valley. Here are a few of the many positions they are currently hiring for on both the part-time and full-time level.


    * Bilingual CSR - Part Time
    * Manager, Business Intelligence
    * Manager, Customer Retention
    * Sales Operation Support Team  
    * Digital Store Rep
    * Inbound Sales Rep
    * Outbound Sales Rep

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Auralog

Auralog is the publisher the award winning language software, Tell Me More. They are looking for candidates who are passionate about language and who will enjoy their great benefits package which includes reimbursement for qualified job-related trainings and certifications, as a well as free language learning for employee's families.


    * Business Developer
    * Trainer - FILLED


Southwest Ambulance

Southwest Ambulance is a premier private ambulance learning provider and on of the nation's largest medical transport providers. They are looking for heathcare professionals with a variety of specialties to join their team today.


    * Customer Service Rep
    * Paramedic - Part-Time 
    * Paramedic - Full -Time
    * Reserve Firefighter
    * Dispatcher/Communications
    * Registered Nurse

Promise Healthcare

Promise Healthcare is one of the largest long-term acute care hopsital organizations in the country. They specialize in the treatment of complex, acute and chrinic conditions due to catastrophic illness or severe injury. They are expanding their team with candidates who have a true passion for helping people. 


    * Physical Therapy Assistant
    * Physical Therapist
    * Registered Nurse
    *  RN ICU
    * Occupational Therapist
    * Certified Nursing Assistant

 

I am so thankful for these Valley companies who are making an effort to fill their positions among the candidates in our Phoenix community. I am also thankful for our partners at CBS 5 for helping us get the word out about these great opportunities. If you missed this morning’s Who’s Hiring segment on CBS 5, join us next Wednesday at 6:25am!

Arizona Key Magazine

Arizona Key Magazine boasts the title of Arizona’s best statewide travel guide and offer a monthly publication, annual cactus league spring training special edition, online presence and much more. They are currently looking for outside sales reps interested in controlling their own financial destiny.  A reliable means of transportation is required.   

•    Outside Sales

Charles Schwab

A well known leader in Financial Services, Charles Schwab focuses on Investor Services, Advisor Services, Corporate and Retirement Services. They have a variety of positions available from senior management to entry – level. Be sure to check the Campus Recruits post if you are graduating from a college degree program this academic year!

•    Sr. Finance Manager
•    Campus Recruits - Technical Associate    
•    Brokerage Services Representative
•    Broker Trainee Program

Norwegian Cruise Line

They are innovators of the cruise industry; growing fast and constantly looking to improve their services. Norwegian Cruise Line is looking for candidates who are customer service and sales oriented who are interested in building relationships and selling cruise vacation products. These positions offer a base salary plus commission at their east Mesa location.

•    Personal Cruise Consultants
•    Personal Vacation Planners

Visiting Angels

Visiting Angels is a family alternative to assisted living facilities and nursing homes, dedicated to the best in-home care. They have an immediate need for live-in caregivers and CNAs who are looking for full-time, part-time, or weekend shifts. Experience and a passion for providing one-on-one care are required. 

•    Live-in Caregivers and CNAs

Some interesting opportunities can present themselves if you are unemployed in today’s economy. For instance, you have the ability to switch over to a brand new industry without anyone so much as batting an eye.  Think back to a few years ago. It would have been difficult for someone to simply change professional courses without prior experience or a really, really, really, good connection.  Today, the world has taken an unexpected turn and there are many highly qualified candidates who are not able to find work as quickly as they expected. It’s not uncommon for some of these fine job seekers to venture out and try something completely different; or do I dare say, something they have always wanted to do. If you find yourself in this position and are ready to dive head first into a new field, I have a few words of advice.  First, be sure you are highlighting your transferable skills on your resume (these are the skills that you have learned from previous positions that are not industry specific, (think conflict resolution, relationship building, etc). Second, use your time to gain whatever experience you can. Here are a few ways you can go about doing so:

Join an Association
 Non-profit, industry specific associations usually hold regular meetings and events that allow you to keep up with the latest information and trends in a new field. These events are also great places to connect with some new professional contacts. As an added bonus, association membership also looks great on your resume.

Volunteer
Volunteering in your new field of interest allows you to gain hands-on experience in a new industry while working side-by-side with professionals in that industry. These new skills will be a great addition to your resume and if you’re lucky, you may be able to gain a new reference.  

Informational Interviews
Informational interviews can be very valuable. They are not about directly getting a job, but about gathering information that can help you get a job. Reach out to a professional in the field you are interested in and ask for a few moments of their time.  These interviews can offer an inside look at what it’s really like to work in that industry. And again, you can expand your network with a professional in that field.

Temp Work/Seasonal Employment
Temporary work is a great way to gain hands-on experience and gain skills to add to your resume.  This also lets you dip your toe in the water without completely jumping in. As with the other examples, you can meet some valuable contacts. One of the great things about temporary work is the opportunity for it to turn into full-time employment; either with the company you are temporarily working for or with someone that employer refers you to.

Regardless of how you choose to prepare yourself, go into your job search with your head held high. Of the many employers I’ve spoken to, one message is always very clear.  Employers will almost always hire for attitude and train for skill. Take you transferable skills and your new found experience and confidently sell your ability as the best candidate for the position.

 

This week's CBS 5 Who's Hiring segment is filled with a variety of great opportunities! If you missed it, be sure to tune in to CBS 5 next Wednesday at 6:30am for more Valley jobs!

American Alarm

American Alarm offers protection to their clients through security systems and 24 hour monitoring. They are interested in adding outgoing, self-motivated candidates to their sales team. Interviews will be set immediately, so don’t wait for this great opportunity!

•    Sales Representatives/Consultants

Foundation for Senior Living

Foundation for Senior Living work with residents ages 18 and up who need assistance for a number of reasons including traumatic brain injuries, stroke survivors, or seniors who cannot be home alone during the day. They have a wide variety of positions open for candidates who are passionate about helping others. 

•    Clinical Manager of Professional Services
•    Occupational Therapist
•    Home Health Aide
•    Service Technician
•    House Manager/Team Supervisor

Yelp

Yelp.com can be described as one part community, one part city guide, with an opinion on everything. This company has a vibrant, hip company culture that supports a website dedicated to informing the public about personal experiences with local businesses. They are looking for candidates with a four-year degree who are passionate about local businesses and online advertising. 

•    Account Executives

Liberty Transport

Liberty Transport provides their drivers with outstanding back office support and only offers dedicated runs. They are looking for drivers who have a class A CDL and OTR experience and are at least 23 years of age. As an added bonus, they offer weekly pay.

•    Drivers - (Owner Operators and Teams)

Here is this week’s list from this morning’s CBS 5 Who’s Hiring segment. As always, we have some great companies being featured, but today’s list has a huge number of job openings. If you missed it, tune in next Wednesday morning for more!! 

Farm Bureau Financial Services

Farm Bureau Financial Services provide a variety of life insurance, annuities and property/casualty insurance products. They are looking for agents who are interested in managing their own businesses while being part of the Farm Bureau team. You do not have to have insurance experience, just a great attitude!! 

•    Farm Bureau Financial Services Agent

 

 

 

Vangent Phoenix Paper Data Capture Center

Big opportunity here! Vangent Phoenix Paper Data Capture Center needs 3500 people to help process the US Census paperwork. These roles will be temporary, but will run into mid-late 2010. They have an immediate need for 150 Team Leads who have 2 years supervisory experience in any field.

•    Team Leader
•    Team Leader - Translation
•    Team Leader - Imaging
•    Team Leader - Data Entry

 

 

FlipChip International

FlipChip International is a high volume wafer bumping resource in the semiconductor industry. They need a Reliability Engineer with 1-2 years hands-on process engineering experience in wafer bumping, wafer fabrication, R&D laboratory or advanced packaging. They are also looking for a Senior Equipment Engineer with experience in troubleshooting RF, vacuum, electronics, and mechanical problems.

•    Reliability Engineer
•    Senior Equipment Engineer

 

Jest Enterprises

Jest Enterprises is the parent company of Arriba Mexican Grill who is looking for Restaurant Managers for their locations valley wide as well as their newest location opening soon in the west valley.

•    Restaurant Managers

It is not uncommon for job seekers to expand their job search past positions they would normally consider. This could mean you're looking into a new field or considering taking a position a little lower on the totem pole to get on board with a desired company. While these may seem like logical moves to you, employers may be concerned. For example, you're in a job interview and you think it’s going pretty well. Then you hear it....the dreaded, “I think you may be overqualified for this position”.

Let's take a look at what this really means and the best way to handle that situation. The top two reasons recruiter are concerned with an overqualified candidate are:

 

   1. The recruiter may feel you'll become bored with the position because you already have extensive experience in this area; which could affect your longevity with the company.
   2. Your expereince warrants a salary that is higher than the recruiter is prepared to offer.

So, if you have been labeled as overqualified, the first thing you should do is simply ask the recruiter why he or she feels that way. If it is a salary issue and you’re not prepared to come down on your salary request, this may not be the job for you. However, if your salary is negotiable let the recruiter know and open a discussion about other options; such as bonuses or perks that would be attractive to you.

If you learn that the recruiter is worried about the your extensive experience, you can address this a few ways:

 

   1. Inquire about other positions within the organization, putting emphasis on how you feel you are a great fit for their company culture and mission and really believe you can do great things there.
   2. Explain how you are excited about the opportunity to turn this position into something bigger and better than it’s ever been. Many employers are concerned that overqualified candidates will not stay with the organization very long. Explain your investment in their organization and how you are viewing this role as a stepping stone in your career there.
   3. If you are interested in a position that is held by multiple people in the organization, focus on how you’d be a great person to set the standard for excellence. Your previous experience can be very valuable to others.
   4. Explain how you are looking forward to learning how their company works within that department/area of expertise. While you have a hefty amount of experience; you will be learning so much from the new people and practices this organization has in place.

It is important to avoid "dumbing down" your resume or removing a lot of your experience to appear less qualified. Having said that, you should only include relevant experience on your resume as you do not want to overwhelm the recruiter. It may be tempting to customize your resume so much so that you do not appear overqualified. This can be damaging because a position that better suits you within the same organization may come up at a later time, and you will not be taken as serious candidate. Remember, there are many systems available to employers for tracking applicants for open positions.

It is up to you to show an employer why you are a valuable asset to their company. Turn being overqualified into a positive.