Archive for March, 2009
NAFjobs.com Review
A website for jobs on Oahu Military Bases
If your looking for a job on one of the many military bases or facilities around Oahu then your going to want to check out NAFjobs.com. The site lists jobs for MWR or (Morale Welfare & Recreation) which supports golf courses, clubs, bowling lanes, hobby shops, craft shops, automotive shops, lodging facilities, day care, youth programs, food service and much more. Our review of the site is favorable simply because it is easy to use allowing you to choose where and what you want to look for with ease.
It also allows you to select all which will show you everything. They have plenty of jobs available and since the military is not as impacted as the private sector is by the recession, they are hiring. When you find the job you want to apply for it lists everything from qualifications and requirements to pay as well. In some cases a COLA, or (Cost of Living Allowance) may be included, more pay! The application process is simple and also shows the closing date. The one drawback of course with any military or goverment job is the lengthy interview process. It could be weeks if not months after the closing date before you finish the interview process and get the job. It will be well worth the wait though because their retention is high and it provides a stable secure career with excellent benefits and future advancement. NAFjobs.com is a great site if your looking to get a job on the base so check them out today and see if they have something for you.
Aloha
Mike Nale, Founder, Helpwantedhawaii.info
The Fight to get a Job!
Feeling the squeeze yet?
It is every man or woman for themselves right now, or at least it seems that way. The competition for a job in Hawaii has went up dramatically since this time last year. I can remember getting at least one or two calls a month from recruiters before and now my phone is silent, sound familiar? One thing you have to remember is that we have over 40,000 (documented) unemployed professionals in the state. If you are feeling the squeeze right now it might be time to start looking at other types of employment, I am. As I type this post I am reminded of what one of my friends, a recruiter told me, ” I am getting at least 20-30 resumes a day, I can’t keep up”. If your looking for a job in your industry or occupation then consider some alternate industries or skillsets as possible solution. It is a fight to get a job right now. I just interviewed for a position last week and I was certain I was going to get the job. I walked away feeling great and my interviewer gave me the impression that I was going to get hired. I found out they offered the job to someone else, sound familiar again? It is very competitive right now so as I always say, be persistent, be patient, and be understanding. Things will happen, eventually.
The fight though is not just here in Hawaii it is nationwide. This is an employers market and they can be picky. Alot of employers have started implementing testing over the years in order to measure competency and skill level of the candidates they are interested in so if your facing a skills test, be prepared. The recession has affected salaries as well just last week the State proposed salary reductions in order to save jobs. If the range being offered seems low it is probably due to cutbacks. Employers can get top talent for a bargain right now. The fight for jobs right now is real so you need to be prepared.
Aloha
Aloha, Mike Nale, Founder, Helpwantedhawaii.info
The Unemployment Trap, Watch your Step!
Advice to Keep the Unemployed Healthy & Happy
As the economy gets worse and unemployment goes up a rash of other problems are on the rise. I know because I have experienced some of those problems already. It is 3:56 pm and after 5 hours on the internet searching for jobs, 1 trip to Taco Bell, 2 cups of coffee, and 1 catnap, I woke up thinking about writing this post. I ran a google search and came across a really good article from CV Tips.com called Bad Habits When Unemployed, the article discusses some really bad habits or problems that arise from being unemployed. In Hawaii with an even smaller search area for jobs and little hope for paid relocation to the mainland some of these problems may already seem familar to you. In today’s post I would like to point out some of these potential problem areas and how you can identify them now and take action, before it becomes a big problem.
1. Health, it is easy to get lazy and sit at home and this can be damaging to your health, even your mental health. Go out and exercise, swim, jog, or something that will keep you physically fit, and keep your wits about you.
2. Watch your Finances, Lifestyle is important to all of us but you may have to cut back on things that you indulged in before you were unemployed. It is going to take awhile to find work so dont listen to that little voice telling you “Go Ahead” you may be unemployed for some time.
3. Relationships, Yes, relationships can suffer from unemployment. If you or your significant other are unemployed than it can become very stressful on your relationship, communicate, plan, and prepare for the worst.
4. Demoralizing, unemployment can throw your whole lifestyle into disarray it is important to remain focused and not get depressed. I have often found myself second guessing or asking the question, what is wrong with me? It is not you, we have record unemployment in Hawaii as well as the nation. I have talked to recruiters and hiring managers all over the nation and they are getting hundreds if not thousands of applicants, be persistant, be patient, and be understanding.
5. Rountine, Did you get up at 6am before? Set your alarm for 6am tomorow. Look for a job as if it was your full time job. When you break from your routine because your unemployed it is easy to develop bad habits. If unemployment was not on your schedule then why change your routine? Finding a job is your job, at least for now.
Finally remember to be honest with yourself. It is not going to be easy but with patience and a positive attitude you will find a job. I tell myself that everyday and I also try to follow the steps above. Sure I may not give up my coffee or a trip to Taco Bell now and then, but I have to keep busy, keep fit, and stay focused. Give it a try.
Aloha
Mike Nale, Founder, www.helpwantedhawaii.info
( To view a recent story on KITV4 Island Television News about Mike and Helpwantedhawaii.info go to the link below)
http://www.kitv.com/video/18912258/index.html
New Online Job Boards (Update)
If you have been watching our growing online job board list we added four more new sites. These job boards do post positions here in Hawaii. Make sure to check back from time to time, we are always on the lookout for new online resources for job seekers to find work in Hawaii. If you know of an online job board or resource we are not listing make sure to contact us at support@helpwantedhawaii.info
CareerJet.com ( large online employment search engine )
InovaHire.com ( New online Job Board, Webcam Friendly)
NationJob.com (Community Based Job Board )
SolPowerJobs.com ( Green Jobs, Green Careers, Environmental Jobs )
Aloha
JOB FAIR Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard, March 28th
How many positions? 120 Apprentice slots & 40 Engineering billets
Skills needed? Mechanical, structural, electrical, plumbing, metal, crane maintenance, and rigging.
When do you start work if selected? January 19th 2010.
Where and what time? It is at Honolulu Community College, 847 Dillingham Blvd, (4B & 5 Courtyard) from 8:30am to 12 Noon.
If selected this is a tremendous opportunity! Apprentice selectees will receive a tutition free education with an associates degree from Honolulu Community College and ending with a Journeyman Certificate from the Department of Labor. Starting pay is $18.30 per hour and can go up to $27 per hour. Starting pay for Engineers range from $54,000 to $91,000 per year. For more details click here
You can apply online starting March 28, 2009 by visiting https://acep.hawaii.navy.mil the Deadline to apply is April 11, 2009
Recruiters will be on hand at the job fair for further assistance you may call (808) 474-9216
Where the Jobs are in Hawaii
The Top Ten List of Industries and Occupations that have Promise.
Hawaii has promising industries and occupations that will provide you with stability, security, and a future. We do have jobs, so where are they? A recession does not neccesarily mean that every sector and every occupation is in jeporady. We have compiled a top ten list of industries and occupations that will grow or sustain in this riddled economy.
We compiled this list by looking at what was posted by the local Department of Labor and what we have seen posted online, and the number of postings. If you would like to view the Top 50 List for Hawaii that was released by the Department of Labor you can view it here. The biggest opportunity is in Healthcare and Education which has always had a shortage of talent in Hawaii. If you are a Healthcare Professional or a Teacher you may find a wealth of opportunity here.
Top Ten Industries
1. Natural Resources and Construction
2. Education
3. Healthcare
4. Transportation
5. Utilities
6. Business Services
7. Hospitality
8. Financial
9. Government
10. Information Technology
Top Ten Occupations
1. Registered Nurses
2. Secondary School Teachers
3. Elementary School Teachers
4. Operations Managers (General)
5. Customer Service Representatives
6. Bookkeeper, Accountant, Auditor
7. Fast Food Works
8. Maids, Housecleaners
9. Retail Sales Persons
10. Waiters / Waitresses
Helpwantedhawaii.info Featured on KITV4 News
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Hawaii’s Unemployment Jumps to 6.1%
Well you knew it was going to go up and with the national unemployment rate at 8.1% the future may seem alot dimmer in Hawaii right now. The Oahu unemployment rate is at 5.2% and the state lost 17,000 jobs. The biggest danger here is that with close to 40,000 people unemployed in our state we stand to lose alot of our local talent to mainland jobs, our workforce will shrink in other words. It is tough to find certain jobs in Hawaii right now but we are going to post an article next week which will show where the jobs are right now in Hawaii, stay tuned! Mike Nale
10 Recession Job Search Tips
Give your Job Search a Makeover with 10 Simple Tips
Finding a job these days seems like a full time job and with fewer jobs posted the competition to get those jobs goes up. Here are some simple tips that you can use to invigorate your job search.
1. Have at least 3 different resume formats, Long, short, and specific.
2. Make sure to write your cover letter to each employer personally. A copy & paste format may be the quickest but not the best.
3.Try to indentify the source. Who posted that job? Contact them directly, use sites like LinkedIn to find out who works in Human Resources or who the hiring manager is.
4. Expand your search. Moving may provide you with more alternatives.
5. Be flexible , I.E., I will pay for my own relocation, I will accept a lower level position.
6.Search other websites and company site career sections, Monster.com and CareerBuilder are great sites but not the only ones with jobs, try other smaller job boards and the company website directly.
7.Sometimes old tricks do work! Mail your resume on quality resume paper along with your online application, make phone calls, apply twice, be persistent.
8. Social Networking can get you a job, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and ZoomInfo all provide you with access to recruiters and company executives directly.
9. Ask for help, If things are stale talk to friends,colleagues, and hiring managers it is ok to ask for help and get a second opinion on your resume or search tactics.
10. Send a video resume or “Vesume” take a look at this article for tips.
It is a challenge to find a job these days and as the unemployment rate goes up so does the competition. The only thing you can do right now is to continue to refresh your search with difference, optimism, and a whole lot of patience. Try these tips above and see if they work for you. If you need help you can contact us at support and we will try to help you get on track. Good Luck
Aloha,
Mike Nale, Founder, www.helpwantedhawaii.info
8.1% or 12.5 Million Unemployed in the U.S.
A grim jobs report was released by the U.S. Department of Labor today announcing the unemployment rate at 8.1%. The total number of unemployed over the last six months is over 3.3 million the highest level in 25 years. The unemployment rate is expected to rise to 9% over the next few months can anyone say “double digits”?
Hawaii will most certainly see some more job losses to raise the last total released in December which was at 5.1%. All we can say here at helpwantedhawaii.info is buckle up it is going to be a bumpy 2009. Our suggestion is to consider career changes, industry moves, and two part time positions if a full time job is hard to find. We are committed here at helpwantedhawaii.info to helping in any way we can. If you are having trouble finding a job or need help with a resume or even some advice let us know. We are all in this together. Aloha
Mike Nale
support@helpwantedhawaii.info
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