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Last Updated: May 17, 2009 - 12:42:55 PM |
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Number of job openings at new low
On the last business day of March, job openings in the U.S. numbered 2.7 million — the lowest job openings level since the BLS began measuring job openings over 8 years ago.
May 13, 2009 - 10:52:19 AM
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Employment, trends, and training in information technology
Like most industries, information technology has had job gains and losses. This article discusses IT workers; their employment, both past and projected; and ways to prepare for these occupations.
Apr 19, 2009 - 2:01:03 PM
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Making the news: Jobs in TV journalism
To engage a television audience, the news must be interesting as well as timely and accurate. Find out about some of the workers whose decisions affect the way TV news is presented.
Apr 19, 2009 - 1:54:37 PM
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MSHA seeks to hire mine inspectors in New Hampshire, New York, Pennsylvania and Virginia
The U.S. Department of Labor's Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) will conduct an employment screening for general and electrical mine inspector jobs in Manchester, N.H., Albany, N.Y., Geneva, N.Y., Warrendale, Pa., Wyomissing, Pa., and Staunton, Va., on April 18 and 19 as part of a nationwide hiring effort.
Apr 9, 2009 - 7:49:56 AM
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Government Jobs: MSHA seeks to hire mine inspectors in Kentucky
The U.S. Department of Labor's Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) will conduct an employment screening for underground, surface and electrical mine inspector jobs in Madisonville and Morganfield, Ky., on April 18 and 19 as part of a nationwide hiring effort. The screening will be held at Madisonville Community College, John H. Gray Building, 2000 College Drive in Madisonville. Registration for walk-in candidates will begin at 7 a.m. CDT and end when testing begins at 8 a.m. CDT.
Apr 9, 2009 - 7:41:42 AM
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Unemployment rate in March 2009
In March, the number of unemployed persons increased by 694,000 to 13.2 million, and the unemployment rate rose to 8.5 percent. Over the past 12 months, the number of unemployed persons has grown by about 5.3 million
Apr 6, 2009 - 9:23:15 AM
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Finding a Job in Tough Times
Sadly, the prospect of being unemployed or getting laid off these days is higher than it’s been in decades. If you are out of work, or know someone who is, the following tips can help.
Apr 2, 2009 - 5:21:59 AM
Announcements
EEOC: Workplace Discrimination Hits Record High
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) today announced that workplace discrimination charge filings with the federal agency nationwide soared to an unprecedented level of 95,402 during Fiscal Year (FY) 2008, which ended Sept. 30.
Mar 13, 2009 - 12:45:42 AM
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Mass layoffs by industry in January 2009
The manufacturing sector accounted for 38 percent of all mass layoff events
and 44 percent of initial claims for unemployment insurance due to mass layoffs
filed in January 2009.
Feb 26, 2009 - 10:05:33 AM
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IRS Jobs: A Career at the IRS Adds Up
If you are looking for a new job or a career change, consider the IRS. No matter what your professional specialty, the IRS offers a variety of full-time careers or seasonal job opportunities in many U.S. cities.
Feb 18, 2009 - 10:30:04 AM
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FBI Job Recruitment
The FBI is
only as good as its employees—and my job lets me play a part in choosing quality
people to lead us into the future.”
Feb 17, 2009 - 6:58:48 PM
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Now Hiring: U.S. Customs and Border Protection launches a national recruitment campaign
U.
S. Customs and Border Protection Saturday launched a national recruitment campaign aimed at hiring approximately 11,000 law enforcement and support positions during 2009.
Feb 15, 2009 - 6:06:36 AM
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Unemployment in December 2008
In December, the number of unemployed persons increased by 632,000 to 11.1 million and the unemployment rate rose to 7.2 percent. Since the start of the recession in December 2007, the number of unemployed persons has grown by 3.6 million, and the unemployment rate has risen by 2.3 percentage points.
Jan 13, 2009 - 12:03:48 PM
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Job Fair: U.S. Border Patrol to Hold Recruiting Event in Bay City, Mich
The U.S. Border Patrol will hold a recruiting and hiring event in Bay City, Michigan Saturday, January 10, at the Double Tree Hotel at 600 Saginaw St. from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m
Jan 9, 2009 - 2:42:46 AM
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California Jobs: Information for Those Hit Hard in the Economic Slowdown
We have pulled together information on jobs currently available statewide that require a variety of skills, as well as training opportunities for those of you looking to prepare for the high-growth jobs of tomorrow. Even in the midst of this economic downturn, there are numerous opportunities that you can take advantage of right now.
Nov 14, 2008 - 9:51:32 AM
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U.S. Customs Job Fair held in El Centro California: Nov 7
U.S. Customs and Border Protection will host a CBP officer recruiting event on November 7, at the One Stop Employment Center located at 2695 South 4th Street, Building D, in El Centro, Calif. The event will run from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m
Nov 7, 2008 - 10:19:37 AM
Education Related News
More Schools Make Air Traffic Controller Training Available
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has selected eight additional colleges or universities to participate in the Air Traffic Collegiate Training Initiative (CTI) program. Approved colleges and universities in the program prepare and train students interested in a career as an air traffic controller.
Oct 10, 2008 - 6:17:48 AM
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U.S. Customs is Hiring: Recruitment Fair October 4
U.S. Customs and Border Protection recruiters will look to California with four simultaneous Border Patrol agent recruiting events. On Saturday, October 4, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Oct 2, 2008 - 4:15:41 PM
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Student Law Extern Positions Available
The Fair Employment and Housing Commission (FEHC) is seeking applicants for a Fair Employment and Housing law student extern position (full or part-time) for Spring 2009. For information regarding position, qualifications, and how to apply, please check the link below.
Sep 17, 2008 - 10:09:07 PM
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Four-Day Federal Hiring Event in Four Kentucky Cities
U.S. Border Patrol Minority Recruitment Strike Team agents will conduct an intensive four-day recruiting event throughout Kentucky from Wednesday, July 16, to Saturday, July 20, in the cities of Hopkinsville, Louisville, Lexington, and Owensboro.
Jul 12, 2008 - 9:45:56 AM
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Green Jobs and Industries – a digest of studies and reports
What is a "Green" industry or occupation? There are many aspects of work that could be considered green, such as new materials, methods, products, and services.
Jul 8, 2008 - 9:57:46 AM
Announcements
Temporary RN, LVN, PT Staff Contract Opportunity
Contract services to provide temporary/Relief RN(s), LVN(s), and PT(s) are to provide medical, surgical, and specialty services such as emergency medicine, psychiatric or nursing care, etc. to the Department of Mental Health (DMH) for the care of patients at Coalinga State Hospital (CSH). Temporary/Relief RN, LVN, PT services shall be used only when patient acuity levels or appropriate staffing levels cannot be maintained with civil services staff.
Jun 16, 2008 - 9:32:14 AM
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Government Jobs: U.S. Border Patrol Recruitment Day May 17th
U.S. Border Patrol national recruiters are conducting an intensive recruiting event on Saturday, May 17 at the Chicago Marriott O’Hare, 8535 West Higgins Road, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The Border Patrol is searching for qualified men and women in the Edinburg area to join their ranks in U.S. Customs and Border Protection, the largest law enforcement agency in the country.
May 16, 2008 - 7:38:16 PM
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Government Jobs: Technical School Graduates Targeted for National Security Jobs by CBD
U.S. Customs and Border Protection sent letters to over 100 technical schools around the country, encouraging graduating students to consider pursuing a federal career in a host of available jobs. CBP’s rapid growth has brought thousands of entry-level opportunities in mission support and operational support positions.
May 2, 2008 - 6:35:20 AM
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U.S. Government Student Internship Opportunties
This is the annual publication of internship opportunities within the federal government for undergraduate, graduate and law students.
Apr 23, 2008 - 11:49:40 AM
