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IDES Freeport/Sterling Job Listing (3/26/2013)

Highland Community College Job Fair April 4, 9-3:00

In preparation for the job fair HCC offers resume assistance at the Student Center H209:
March 26 1:30-4:00
March 27 9-12:00 & 1-4:00
March 28 9-12:00 & 1-4:00
March 29 9-11:00 & 2-5:00

"What Do I Wear?  Attire for Making a Good Impression" Workshops in HCC H210
March 28 6-7:00 and April 1 1-2:00
Speakers include Jody Gowin of Berner Food, Larry Williams of HACF and Kay Brooks of FHN


What: This team will join together to facilitate an interactive
discussion to understand the importance of professional dress when making first
impressions, and how to prepare a work wardrobe on a budget using local
resources.


Tips on preparing for the big day!
You can only make one first impression; learn to  make the right one!
What does your dress cost…a few dollars or a few opportunities-you decide.

Learn about affordable wardrobe options right here in Freeport!

 

RAMP Youth Services Coordinator (3/26/13)   Rockford Office - Job Description

Ironworkers Local 63 Fence Apprenticeship (3/11/13)  Accepting applications for Apprentices

April 15-19 and April 22-26, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

2523 W Lexington St, Broadview, IL 60155 

View Flyer for more details.

Heritage Woods (2/25/13)

Office Manager. You can apply at:

http://www.bma-mgmt.com/employment_app.aspx?guid=e2102eda-b175-4128-87b8-d4ec1a5c9b76

Position : 

Summary :

Description :

For questions or more information please contact :  

Learn How to Use Illinois JobLink 

Wednesday, April 17, 2013 at 2:30 pm

Freeport Public Library, 100 E Douglas St, 2nd Floor, Learning Lab  Topics Covered:  Creating an IJL registration, Searching for Jobs, Building a Resume, Employer Resume search.  Space is Limited, contact Colleen Neary at 815-625-7055 or email colleen.neary@illinois.gov for any questions.

Chicago Detective Services (1/29/2013) - View Flyer

Honeywell, Freeport, IL (1/29/2013) 

Machinist II-3rd shift
Apply at: https://honeywell.taleo.net/careersection/9/jobdetail.ftl

Interested in Honeywell but this isn’t the right job for you? Join Honeywell’s Talent Network to receive updates on other Honeywell employment opportunities, news and more. Click here to sign up: http://careersathoneywell.com/en/Newsletternew.aspx.

City of Freeport Police Department Police Officer (1/29/2013)  - View Flyer Ad

The Freeport Board of Fire and Police Commission is currently accepting applications for the position of Police Officer.  Police applications and information packets will be distributed January 23-February 26, 2013.  Police applications may be picked up in person at 320 W Exchange St, Freeport, IL 61032.  Orientation, Physical Agility and Written exam held 3/23/2013.  Online application and information at www.ci.freeport.il.us.  Questions:  contact Janet Weber 815-235-8222.

(1/29/2013) The Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge seeks a Park Ranger (Visitor Service). You must apply for this vacancy through the Office of Personnel Management (OPM). Applications are available on OPM’s website: http://www.usajobs.opm.gov and are preferably completed via email on their website. If you do not have Internet access, you can call the Refuge office at 815-273-2732 to obtain a copy of the announcement and then mail the completed application to OPM’s office in San Antonio, TX in accordance with instructions provided. Applications must be received by 02-01-2013.

Stephenson County Farm Bureau’s Computer Classes. This is an annual event. There is a small fee for these classes, $10.00 per session or $15.00 for both sessions. If your client has their own lap top, they are strongly encouraged to bring it. Direct any further questions to the Farm Bureau at 815-232-3186.
We have scheduled another round of our popular computer training classes with veteran instructor Mary Nagel, to be held here at the Farm Bureau in early March. These classes are introductory level and walk you patiently through the fundamental elements of the various topics. We’ll be holding an Internet Basics class on Tuesday March 5 at 7 p.m., with a Basic Word & Excel class (Microsoft’s word processing and spreadsheet programs) planned for Thursday March 7 at 7 p.m. We have provisional dates on hold in the event these classes fill up, as space will be limited and classes always fill up quickly. We’ll have laptop computers available, but we encourage participants who have a laptop of their own to being it for familiarity. Call the FB office at (815) 232-3186 to reserve your spot! 

Farm Bureau 2013 Summer Program Assistant (1/22/2013)

The Stephenson County Farm Bureau also has an opening for a 2013 Summer Program Assistant. A complete job description is attached and can be found at http://www.stephensoncfb.org/.  SEE ATTACHED
  
Good Samaritan has a C.N.A. and nursing position available (1/22/2013)

Freeport Park District 2013 Seasonal Employment- View Information - visit www.freeportparkdistrict.org

Senior Resource Center Executive Director - View Position Description

Regional Education Vacancy Positions (8/24/2012)

Freeport School District #145 - Open Positions Posted Online

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Resources

Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES)
IDES Veteran Services Flyer
Weekly IDES Hotline (3/22/2013)
Illinois WorkNet 
IDES Newsletter (March)
The How-To on Job Fairs
Job fairs, we’ve all been to one, right? Wrong; there are many people who have never been to a job fair and others who have been but don’t know how to make the most out of the experience. That’s what Illinois workNet is here to help you!

Job fairs are an opportunity for people in any situation to network and potentially find new employment. This is a time where you can find Professionals, Students, Unemployed Individuals, Veterans, and others all gathered together with one goal in mind: SUCCESS!

Some people have no problems making great connections and showing off their talents at a job fair, but others may lack the social skills or knowledge of how job fairs work to fully take advantage of the benefits. There are many resources out there that can help, but it’s hard to target those that are actually helpful and reliable.

Here are tips that can help anyone make the most out of their job fair experience.

Job Fair Preparation:
  1. Pre-Register – Some job fairs require you to register, check out the event website or flyer to find out if you need to and how.
  2. Dress for Success – You will be meeting people who could be potential employers, make a good first impression by dressing business casual or business professional.
  3. Bring Copies of your Updated Resume – Many employers will ask to see your resume, make sure you bring enough copies to go around. Be prepared that some employers cannot accept hard copies of your resume.
  4. Research Employers – Get a list of employers that are going to be at the job fair, research their company so you know a little about them beforehand. Prepare questions to ask them beforehand.
  5. VETERANS – Use Illinois workNet Resources to translate your Military Skills to Civilian Skills so you can let employers will understand what skills you have that could benefit their company.
  6. Create your 30-Second Elevator Speech – This is your opening statement to employers that gives them an idea of where you’ve worked, what skills you have, and how you can benefit their company as an employee.
Tips to stand out:
  1. Time Management – Make sure you allot yourself enough time to make it to all of the booths, or at least those you know you’d like to visit.
  2. Network – Mingle with the other people at the event, not just the employers. Networking includes potential employers, past employers and co-workers.
  3. Get Business Cards – Following up with Potential Employers is your job, make sure you get their business card so you have contact information.
  4. Act Professional – Watch how you act and behave, stand up straight, don’t fidget, do not chew gum, and speak clearly.
  5. Stay Positive – Being with so many others that are also job-searching can be overwhelming, but keeping a positive attitude when engaging with others and the employers will show confidence.
  6. Carry a Folder or Portfolio – Having a folder or portfolio will keep your resume easily accessible while also giving you something to store employer handouts and literature in.
After the Job Fair:
  1. Take Notes – Write down notes about conversations you had, who you spoke to, opportunities you encountered, and anything else you don’t want to forget.
  2. Follow-Up – Now that you’ve made some connections, follow-up with them via email or LinkedIn with a ‘Thank You’ letter. This will ensure employers will remember you while building a relationship with them.
  3. Keep Track – Create a system or spreadsheet that you can use to keep track of employers you’ve contacted, potential job leads, when and how and to who you sent your resume, etc.
Next time you’re at a job fair, make sure to remember these tips so you can put your best foot forward and make the most of it!

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