Hawaii’s Hiring Hot Spots
Finding a job these days is tougher than ever, maybe you think the internet is the only way to find a job, think again! Hawaii has plenty of jobs but only if your willing to get out and meet people, take a walk, and network. If your looking for some hiring hot spots then consider taking a stroll in Waikiki, Ala Moana, or one of the malls on any one of the islands. Since the flood of candidates this year due to record unemployment some companies have reverted back to the way people used to find employees, a HELP WANTED sign. You can hardly walk a block these days in Waikiki without seeing one, “Inquire Within” it says. These jobs are for the taking and with some confidence, proper attire, and a resume you may find yourself with a job yet. Since opening up the “Help Wanted Hawaii Sign Spotter” in our forum Helpwantedhawaii.info encourages users to let everyone know when you spot a sign, let our users know. It is just one more way for you to find employment, and fast.
Aloha, Mike Nale, Founder, www.helpwantedhawaii.info
Governor Lingle or the Unions What do you think?
It is coming down to the wire and Governor Lingle said that pink slips will be going out soon if an agreement cannot be reached. It really isnt that complicated the Governor wanted furloughs and the unions wanted something else, and the court ruled against the furloughs. What is your opinion? Is the Governor right? Are the unions right? Is the court getting involved a problem? Helpwantedhawaii.info wants to know your thoughts on the situation. As many as 2,500 state workers could be given notice but union negotiators remain optimistic. Helpwantedhawaii.info hopes that all parties can come to a quick resolution for all.
Aloha, Mike Nale, Founder, http://helpwantedhawaii.info/
A Local Staffing Agency or Search Firm can Help you find a Job.
If you have been applying for jobs online with no end in site you may want to look into one of Hawaii’s staffing agencies or search firms for your next job. Some companies in Hawaii prefer to use a staffing agency or search firm instead of posting jobs online. The largest and most well know staffing agencies or search firms are listed in our directory, Altres, Inkinen & Associates, and Olsten Hawaii are familar names around Oahu. If your looking for a job on Maui you may have heard of Aloha International Employment. Hawaii has over 45 different staffing agencies or search firms. We also have industry specific placement agencies such as Kahu Malama Nurses for Healthcare professionals. All of the agencies listed have professionals recruiters on hand to help you locate a job. These jobs range from temporary to permanent, contract, and direct hire. The service is free for job seekers and companies pay these agencies to find you.
To learn more about each agency and the jobs they have posted please visit our directory to right of this article under “Hawaii Staffing Agencies”, your next job may be something that is not posted on the online job boards.
Aloha, Mike Nale, Founder, www.helpwantedhawaii.info
3 Misunderstandings about Job Websites
Commom Assumptions about Job Websites
1. Websites like Monster.com and Careerbuilder.com list all available jobs in my area, (This is probably the biggest misunderstanding because employers have to pay to have their jobs listed on these sites. If you are only using Monster, Careerbuilder, Yahoo Hot Jobs, or other job websites you are missing alot of other jobs that are posted) Some companies prefer other websites, newspapers, social networks, or referral candidates. Make sure that you do not limit your search.
2. If I post my resume someone will see it and hire me, (Another common misunderstanding because with unemployment at record highs it is either stand out or step aside. Some recruiters and hiring managers are literally overwhelmed with responses and very few actually get screened properly. If you think you are the best candidate for the job you better prove it with your resume first and an interview as well. Resumes do not get you hired, they get you an interview.
3. If I pay for an extra service like a resume upgrade, background checks, or other paid assistance your chances of getting the job are better, not necessarily because if you know how to get your resume to the right person it will not cost you alot of extra time or money. The ability to source your profile correctly is a big plus, as well as a personally written resume that compliments your abilities. An extra service is not bad and the folks who provide these services are professionals, but you can still get the same results without spending extra money with a little effort.
Mike Nale, Founder, Helpwantedhawaii.info
Hawaii Education has Jobs!
If your looking for a job in Education this article is all you need
As a follow up from “Hawaii’s Healthcare System has Jobs “I wanted to do a post on Hawaii Education has Jobs. As I mentioned previously healthcare and education remain strong industries during this recession. If you are a teacher or administrative support professional you may want to look into Hawaii’s educational system for work. Hawaii has plenty of opportunities in education and a shortage of qualified professionals has exsited for some time. I am listing links below to school employment opportunity webpages that have jobs available here in Hawaii. I would also encourage you to look into organizations like HAIS, (Hawaii Association of Independent Schools) and the Hawaii Department of Education for additional information. You can even find information on local blogs such as Hawaii High Schools, “A blog about Hawaii High Schools” as well.
Private Elementary, Middle, & High Schools in Hawaii (All Islands), this is a list of all of the employment pages to all the private schools in Hawaii. If you want to view employment opportunities simply click on a school name.
Kamehameha Schools, Punahou School, Iolani School, Mid-Pacific Insititute, Sacred Hearts Academy, Maryknoll School, Saint Louis School, Damien Memorial School, Hawaii Baptist Academy, Saint Francis School, St. Andrews Priory School, Word of Life Academy, Le Jardin Academy, Hanalani Schools, La Pietra-Hawaii School for Girls, Lutheran High School of Hawaii, Assets School, Academy of the Pacific, Lanakila Baptist Junior & Senior High School, Honolulu Waldorf School, Christian Academy, Pacific Buddhist Academy, Island Pacific Academy, Koolau Baptist Academy, Hoala School, Holy Family Catholic Academy, St. Ann’s Schools, St. Anthony School, St. Joseph School, Hongwanji Mission School, Hawaii Preparatory Academy, Seabury Hall, Island School, Christian Liberty Academy, Haleakala Waldorf School, Hualalai Academy, Montessori School of Maui, Maui Preparatory Academy, Christ the King School, Doris Todd Memorial Christian School, Makua Lani Christian School, Malamalama Waldorf School, Hawaii Montessori School at Kona, Montessori Hale O Keiki Inc.
Public High Schools (All Islands), if you click on the link below it will take you to the Hawaii Department of Education list of Hawaii Public Schools and you will be able to view each school and opportunities available.
Detailed list and links of Hawaii Public Schools can be found here
Hawaii Department of Education ” Teaching in Hawaii”
Hawaii Colleges (All Islands), the list below is the employment pages for Hawaii Colleges
University of Hawaii, Hawaii Pacific University, BYU Hawaii, Kapiolani Community College, Honolulu Community College, University of Phoenix (Hawaii Campus), Shidler College of Business UH, Leeward Community College, University of Hawaii Community Colleges Career Connections Website, Maui Community College Molokai, Kauai Community College, Maui Community College, Remington College Honolulu Campus, Heald College
These links should provide you with a good starting point in locating a job at one of Hawaii’s public or private schools. If you have any questions please contact us here at support@helpwantedhawaii.info
ALOHA! Mike Nale, Founder, Helpwantedhawaii.info
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Marine Corps Base Hawaii Jobs
Plenty of Jobs available on Marine Corps Base Hawaii
Are you interested in working on Marine Corps Base Kaneohe or Camp Smith Hawaii? If so then you need to visit the Marine Corps Base Jobs website located here. A job on the base can be very rewarding with excellent pay, benefits, and in some cases COLA or cost of living allowance, more pay! They have alot of jobs in trades, recreation, food service, and retail. You do not have to be associated with the military to apply for these jobs, although preference is given to spouses of active or reserve military or veteran applicants. We have tracked this website for over a year now and we see new postings all the time. So what are you waiting for, you could be working with a few good men, and women! You can also call their Job Vacancy Line at 808-254-7619 for more information.
Aloha, Mike Nale, founder, Helpwantedhawaii.info
Is Your Resume Trash or Treasure?
Your resume will be considered a Treasure, if an employer realizes your value in the first, one-third of the page; or first, ten to fifteen seconds. If the employer is unable to discover enough value, your resume could end up in their Trash. I have some resume basics I believe are crucial:
An Objective provides no value if you:
- State that your goal is the position for which you are applying – this is obvious
- State that your goal is to find new challenges, utilize your knowledge and skills, contribute to the company, etc. – these are hollow words that provide no proof of your value
A Professional Statement is best and presented just after your contact information (no heading). Ease of reading can be achieved in paragraph or bulleted formats; however, they must both be:
- Rich in keywords and facts that can be verified in the balance of your resume.
- Limited in fill words, such as: the, that, and, a, etc.
- Short and to the point, with details in the content of the resume.
- No personal pronouns, such as: I, me, my (as with the entire document).
If you are applying for positions in more than one job type or industry, multiple resumes with varied Professional Statements should be created. I recommend study of the job description to draw key words and phrases from your resume and create your Professional Statement.
Showcase accomplishments and quantify as much as possible, rather than list duties and responsibilities. Employers are looking for results you can bring to their company.
Keep the employer’s focus on text that spotlights You – not the formatting tools. Use lines of separation, bold and underlined text, and bullets to compliment your content – not overpower it. Hold your resume at arm’s length; if you see lines, headings, or bullets that jump out, pull and detain your eyes from the rest of the content, revisit your formatting options. For example, a heading should not be capitalized and underlined and bolded, since using one or two of those options would draw the eye and make your point. If your headings are clear, separation lines are not needed; your readers will understand the section has changed.
Education placement is controversial, but I consult the job description for my guideline. If specific education is required, the degree(s) you earned should be near the top of your resume, or noted in the Professional Statement. If the hiring manager or company have ties to the school/university, prominent placement of education could be beneficial. If you have earned college credit, do not list high school, unless the name of the school or recent accomplishments could be beneficial.
Stating “References provided upon request” is a waste of ink – it is a given that you will provide them if asked. If you are asked to include references with your cover letter and resume, provide them in a separate document. This allows you to send references only when needed, and your two-page (max) resume can accommodate valid accomplishments, education, and experience.
Lee Anne Brownfield, Career Waves – http://www.leeannebrownfield.com/
LinkedIn profile – http://www.linkedin.com/in/leeannebrownfield
Are you a Freelancer/Consultant? Try GURU.com
If your a freelancer or consultant you may want to showcase your skills on Guru.com.A website that caters strictly to those who are looking for this type of work. As outsourcing has grown in popularity for some companies so has contract work and Guru.com is the worlds largest online marketplace. Guru.com gives you the opportunity to create a profile, post portfolios of work, search projects, bid on projects, be rated, and also get paid through the service. The site has grown in popularity and was recently mentioned with high marks on CNN. If your a freelancer, consultant, or you would like to get into this kind of work Guru.com is the place to go. On the flip side of that employers can also post jobs, review profiles, and portfolios. If your still looking for work in Hawaii and your a Guru at something this may be the website for you to find work.
Mike Nale, Founder, Helpwantedhawaii.info
