A view from Ediz Hook

A view from Ediz Hook
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North Coast Hot Jobs Jan. 30

Hello job seekers. If you find any links that don't send you where they should, then let me know. Here is the link to this week's North Coast Hot Jobs listing, https://www.scribd.com/document/337868595/North-Coast-Hot-Jobs-Jan-30

So for those of you who have been wondering what has been going on with the Navy Pier Project on the Coast Guard Station, the pier part of the construction has been delayed until July. The construction of the on land facilities has recently started though. Contact the Laborer's Union for more info on that, 360-457-6929. The latest article is at this link, https://www.peninsuladailynews.com/news/navy-pier-construction-in-port-angeles-set-for-july/

As you may have heard by now, there is now a federal job freeze. This means there will be a very limited amount of available federal jobs. Here is one article on that, http://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/federal-hiring-freeze-leaves-570-jobs-open-at-local-va/

If you know of any Alaskan Native or Native American that has physical or mental disabilities and is having a hard time looking for work, ask them to contact me at 360-460-7549. We have two counselors that could help you.

Jim Allen, MBA, Vet
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe

North Coast Hot Jobs Jan. 23

Hello job seekers. If you find any links that don't send you where they should, then let me know. Here is the link to this week's North Coast Hot Jobs listing, https://www.scribd.com/document/337253577/North-Coast-Hot-Jobs-Jan-23

Work Opportunity Tax Credit is a federal tax credit providing incentives to employers for hiring groups facing high rates of unemployment, such as veterans, youths and others. So, if you are applying for a job and they ask you questions about if you are currently on food stamps, receiving welfare, are unemployed or are a veteran, then answer accurately. An employer will receive a tax credit if they hire someone within this criteria.

If you know of any Alaskan Native or Native American that has physical or mental disabilities and is having a hard time looking for work, ask them to contact me at 360-460-7549. We have two counselors that could help you.

Jim Allen, MBA, Vet
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe

North Coast Hot Jobs Jan. 16

Hello job seekers. If you find any links that don't send you where they should, then let me know. Here is the link to this week's North Coast Hot Jobs listing, https://www.scribd.com/document/336738401/North-Coast-Hot-Jobs-Jan-16

This is a controversial subject. Does an employer hire someone who has invested in advanced education or the person that has a wealth of experience? Employer preferences do have an impact on this decision. To find out more info on this touchy subject, it is best to google the phrase "Education versus Experience." As an employer, this could give you an idea what other hiring managers do in this situation. For any potential employees, this info could help provide answers so you can know what to expect during your job search. Other considerations are 1) does the job require education? 2) the type of job 3) the value of the experience or education and 4) is the experience or education relevant to the job?

If you know of any Alaskan Native or Native American that has physical or mental disabilities and is having a hard time looking for work, ask them to contact me at 360-460-7549. We have two counselors that could help you.

Jim Allen, MBA, Vet
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe

North Coast Hot Jobs Jan. 9

Hello job seekers. If you find any links that don't send you where they should, then let me know. Here is the link to this week's North Coast Hot Jobs listing, https://www.scribd.com/document/336030608/North-Coast-Hot-Jobs-Jan-9

These two counties on the north coast of Washington have relatively high unemployment rates compared to neighboring counties such as Kitsap, Pierce, King and Snohomish counties. It is very tempting to just get up and move to these locations since commuting may be just too far to go and back five days a week. Here is a list of things to consider when making a move to that job in a different locale.

1) Cost to move (moving van, rent, deposits, moving helpers, gas, etc)
2) Brand new (where are the schools, shopping areas, no friends or relatives)
3) New area characteristics (crime, neighborhood atmosphere, weather)

Making a move for a job may be a good career move, but it will result in you starting over again. Military members and dependents live this life. So do some people whose jobs involve a lot of displacement. Others prefer to stay in one area, even though this might hurt them financially. They prefer setting down roots, no matter the cost. Make your choice wisely.

If you know of any Alaskan Native or Native American that has physical or mental disabilities and is having a hard time looking for work, ask them to contact me at 360-460-7549. We have two counselors that could help you.

Jim Allen, MBA, Vet
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe

North Coast Hot Jobs Jan. 4

Hello job seekers. If you find any links that don't send you where they should, then let me know. Here is the link to this week's North Coast Hot Jobs listing, https://www.scribd.com/document/335726256/North-Coast-Hot-Jobs-Jan-3

If you experienced problems with your unemployment claims recently, here is an article on that, http://www.king5.com/news/local/unemployment-benefits-delayed-after-technical-difficulty/381768318

If you want to see the latest unemployment rates in our state by county, then follow this link, https://fortress.wa.gov/esd/employmentdata/reports-publications/economic-reports/monthly-employment-report/map-of-county-unemployment-rates

If you know of any Alaskan Native or Native American that has physical or mental disabilities and is having a hard time looking for work, ask them to contact me at 360-460-7549. We have two counselors that could help you.

Jim Allen, MBA, Vet
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe