Best Buy Job Fair at Southwest Florida Works
on Friday, May 17, 2013
11:00 am to 3:00 pm. 

• Apply at 4150 Ford Street Ext., Ft. Myers, FL 33916
• Must be dressed for an interview
• Pay rate will be based on the position and experience.

  Seeking individuals with minimum of High School Diploma or Equivalent plus 1 year of experience for Sales Consultant positions.
  Candidates for Customer Sevice Agents/Geek Squad  must have 1 year experience repairing or diagnosing PCs or electronics and must have an Associates Degree.

Governor Rick Scott today issued a challenge to Florida businesses, workforce and education leaders to connect graduating college students to job interviews and employment opportunities as the state’s economy continues to grow. Workforce Florida Inc., the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity and regional workforce boards across the state today announced the launch of the HireFloridaGrads.com web portal to enhance the job search efforts of work-ready graduates seeking employment in Florida.  For the full press release, click here.

Best Buy is Holding a Job Fair at Southwest Florida Works on Friday, May 17, 2013 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Apply at 4150 Ford Street Ext. in Ft. Myers.  You must be dressed for an interview and should have a resume.  Company is hiring for Sales Consultants – must have 1 year of experience and at least a HS Diploma or equivalent.  Company is also hiring for Customer Service Agents/Geek Squad – must have 1 year experience repairing or diagnosing PC’s or electronics and at least an Associate’s Degree.
Pay rate: Depends on position and experience

Center Consultant:  Job Order # 9776967
Responsible for providing customer expertise in printing, signs, graphics, and shipping.  Will assemble parcels, prepare packages for shipping and process transactions.  Must have 6 months sales experience and a least a High School diploma.
Pay rate: Depends on experience

Mobile Service Engineer:  Job Order # 9779225
Responsible for the efficient operation and maintenance of mechanical and/or electrical equipment and other general maintenance-related activities for assigned properties.  Will perform all plumbing, electrical or HVAC requirements of the building(s).  Must have 3 years of experience, licenses or certification for trade, and experience with hand-held devices.
Pay rate: Depends on experience

Veterinary Front Office Receptionist & Assistant:  Job Order# 9779567
Responsible for handling front office duties as well as assisting at a veterinary office.  Will work from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and will work two Saturday’s a month.  Must have 2 to 3 years of experience in a veterinary office.
Pay rate: $10 an hour

Helpline Counselor:  Job Order # 9777456
Responsible for providing crisis counseling in response to inbound and outbound contacts     Will communicate by phone, email, chat, text or other electronic formats.  Will be working with youth – must have previous intervention or hotline experience and a Bachelor’s Degree and also prefer experience in social or behavioral sciences.
Pay rate: Depends on experience

Located on 20 acres on U.S. 41 in Bonita Springs, the $70 million community will start welcoming residents in July to its 144 independent living condos, 48 assisted living and 40 skilled nursing apartments and 18 memory support residences.

For the entire article by News Press reporter Christina Cepero, click here.

A successful 2 days of over 400 candidates - Many to receive offer of employment - Employer very happy with  recruitment services by Southwest Florida Works staff   !

But if you’re looking for a job, Southwest Florida isn’t a bad place to search.  For the full interview of Southwest Florida Works Director of Communications Jim Wall by NBC-2 reporter Laura Roberts, click here.

This event will be then open to the public from 12pm-2pm.
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The Terraces, a new premier retirement communit, is opening soon.  A two-day Job Fair/Recruitment Event will be held on Friday, May 10th from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and on Saturday, May 11th from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.  These sessions will be held at the Alico Arena on the campus of Florida Gulf Coast University.  The company will be recruiting for many positions, including nursing care, dining services, housekeeping, security, etc.  Educational and experience requirements will vary.  Recruiters and Department Heads will be in attendance to conduct individual interviews.  Job seekers are invited and are encouraged to come with resumes and be prepared for an interview.

Social Events Director:  Job Order #9777046
Responsible for driving fund-raising growth for annual social events for a non-profit organization.  Will also direct volunteer recruitment, management, and marketing sponsorship solicitations.  Must have a Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of experience in special event fundraising or sales.
Pay rate: Depends on experience

Center Consultant:  Job Order # 9776967
Responsible for providing customer expertise in printing, signs, graphics, and shipping.  Will assemble parcels, prepare packages for shipping, and process transactions.  Must have 6 months sales experience and a high school diploma
Pay rate: Depends on experience

Reimbursement Assistant:   Job Order#9775144
Responsible for administering the reimbursement for School Readiness and Voluntary Pre-K.  Will handle the reimbursement for contracted child care providers.  Must have 1 year of experience in accounts payable, bookkeeping, or related field.
Pay range: $14.42 to $16.75 an hour

Lead Customer Service Representative/Teller:  Job Order # 9771941
Responsible for daily banking transactions, addressing inquiries and problem resolution.  Will also refer customers to business partners for products and services.  Must have a high school diploma and prefer experience in customer service.
Pay rate: $9 to $10 an hour