CELEBRATING
10
YEARS
JOB FAIR Norfolk Airport Hilton, Job Fair on Thursday, October 22nd For Details See Page 6
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October 19 - October 25, 2009 • Vol. 10 No. 45 CALL CENTER QUICK HIRE!
“ Who says Talk is Cheap?” turn to page 8
Index On Page 2
HREW Job Fair Hiring for Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing, Supervisors, Collections, Customer Service, Planners, National Guard and more !
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COLLECTIONS
DIRECTORY HAMPTON ROADS EMPLOYMENT WEEKLY VOLUME 10 ■ ISSUE 45 OCTOBER 19 - OCTOBER 25, 2009
Call Center
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Classifieds . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Collections Education
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General . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Job Fair . . . . . . . . 3,4,6-7,9 Sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
We are a Winning Team! We believe we will succeed only as a team and that the full participation of all is essential to the fulfillment of our mission. We have an environment of mutual respect, candor and trust; where all can reach their fullest potential; where individual initiative and performance are recognized and rewarded; and where a winning attitude prevails.
PLEASE JOIN US FOR OUR OPEN HOUSE EVERY WEDNESDAY. DOORS OPEN AT 5:30 PM. PRESENTATION BEGINS PROMPTLY AT 6:00 PM
• Medical/Dental/Vision • Competitive Pay • Great Benefits • Paid Time Off • 401K Plan
120 Corporate Blvd. Suite 100 Norfolk, VA 23502
CONTACT US GENERAL SALES MANAGER Ski Miller ■ 757.222.3993 ski.miller@pilotonline.com ACCOUNT EXECUTIVES Rob McWilliams ■ 757.222.3152 rob.mcwilliams@pilotonline.com Elizabeth Query ■ 757.222.3150 elizabeth.query@pilotonline.com CREATIVE COORDINATOR Jordan Richley ■ 757.222.5338 jordan.richley@pilotonline.com
Advertising Information: 757.222.5454 Toll Free: 1.800.446.2004.ext.5454 Fax: 757.222.3158 143 Granby St., Norfolk, VA 23510
If you would like to become part of our team, we invite you to apply. For more information, please visit us at www.portfoliorecovery.com
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EDUCATION/JOB FAIR
Changing careers? Search our listings!
Advanced Technology Institute MARITIME WELDING TECHNOLOGY • Structural & Combination • Earn Your American Welding Society Certificate (AWS) • Skyscrapers, Satellites, Ships and Trucks are all WELDED!
222-5454 ■ WWW.HREW.COM • Bumper-To-Bumper Training Covering Every System • NATEF/ASE Master Certified Auto Tech Training • ASE / Ford-Plus Training • School of High Performance
DIESEL / HEAVY VEHICLE • Marine Diesels/Ship & Boats • Farm Tractors & Equipment • Road Construction/Bulldozers/Graders • Aircraft Support Equipment HVAC / REFRIGERATION • All Heating Systems/Pumps • Air-Conditioning • Refrigeration Systems • Commercial & Residential • Exclusive ESCO Institute HVAC EXCELLENCE Testing Site
LOCAL, REGIONAL & OVER THE ROAD DRIVING CLASSES • Twice the “Wheel Time” as many other schools. • Assurance that you will get the training you need to pass your CDL and secure Professional Employment. • No long term obligation to just one employer Quick, Hands-on Training • Graduate Employment Services • Approved for VA/TA • Day & Evening Classes • Financial Aid if Qualified
Advanced Technology Institute 5700 Southern Blvd., Virginia Beach, VA 23462
757-490-1241 • www.auto.edu/hrew Please stop by our booth at the H.R.E.W. Career & Education Expo this Thursday October 22nd from 10am - 3pm @ the Norfolk Airport Hilton Advanced Technology Institute has been certified by SCHEV, the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia, to operate in Virginia. 5700 Southern Boulevard • Virginia Beach, VA 23462
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EDUCATION/JOB FAIR
Jobs. Careers. Advice. Education.
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EDUCATION
There’s No Mountain High Enough to keep you from reaching your career goal! Network with Hampton Roads Top Employers Make plans to attend our Fall Career Fair Wednesday, October 21st, 3 pm - 6:30 pm
Bryant & Stratton College 301 Centre Pointe Drive, Virginia Beach, 23462 • Explore full & part time positions, volunteer and internship opportunities • Open to the public • Bring plenty of resumes and dress professionally
Meet employers such as: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
To Place An Ad Call Our Ad Hotline at 757-222-5454 or visit www.hrew.com
Accountemps/Office Team Albritton & Associates, LLC. - Primerica Beach Center for Infertility Cambridge College City of Chesapeake Cox Communications Goodwill Industries International Association of Administrative Professionals Kool Smiles Liberty Tax Mary Kay Cosmetics Portsmouth Police Department Sears Portrait Studio Targeted Publication/Hampton Roads Employment Weekly United States Army United States Marines Virginia Beach Parks and Recreation Virginia State Police and more!
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GENERAL
C& AREER F AIR E E DUCATION
XPO
Norfolk Airport Hilton 1500 North Military Highway
Thursday, October 22nd 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
At This Event Companies Will Be Hiring For: Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing & Production Supervisors, Sales Associate, Financial Planner, Retirement Planner, Medicare Specialist, Long Term Care Planner, Collection Representatives, National Guard, Customer Service & Sales, Business and Executive Sales Consultants
AraiAmericas,Inc.
Education Opportunities ATI, ECPI, Virginia Culinary Institute, Centura College, & Averett University
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757-222-5464
Providing Affordable Health Care Plans
If your company would like to participate, contact Ski Miller at 757-222-5464. Monday, October 19, 2009
JOB FAIR
PRODUCT LEADERSHIP As a pioneer in the senior market, Bankers Life and Casualty Company’s comprehensive product suite offers real-life solutions. Our Portfolio includes: Longer-Term Care, Short-term Care and Home Health Care As a leading provider of long-term care plans based on earned premium, Bankers’ plans help our policyholders receive the right care, at the right time and in the right setting. We also offer flexible short-term care and home health care options that enable seniors to receive care at home whenever possible.
Medicare Supplement A market leader for 40 years, Bankers’ supplemental products offer assurance to retirees concerned about rising health care cost. Our plans assist policyholders manage unexpected medical bills by helping pay the difference between traditional Medicare payments and out-of-pocket expenses.
Providing Virginia Employers, Individuals And Families Innovative Health Plans. Better Health. Easy to Use. A Great Value. For more information come see us at the Norfolk Airport Hilton this Thursday October 22nd from 10am – 3pm
Toll-free: 877-552-7401 optimahealth.com
Optima Health is a trade name for Optima Health Plan, Optima Health Insurance Company and Sentara Health Plans, Inc.
Life Insurance Whether seniors are looking for final expense, whole, universal or equity indexed life insurance, Bankers’ products fit the bill.
Annuities Our portfolio of traditional fixed and annuities is designed with seniors’ unique concerns and financial planning goals in mind.
Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Coverage* With Medicare Part D prescription drug coverage, seniors can complete their health care insurance package by selecting from a variety of plans designed specially to help people with Medicare save money on their everyday prescription medications.
Medicare Advantage Plans** When it comes to health care plans, one size doesn’t fit all. That’s why Bankers expanded our product portfolio to include Medicare Advantage Plans. Now, retirees have more choices when deciding how to receive their Medicare benefits. *Offered through Conventry Health Care. **Offered through other carriers. (Coverage available in most states.)
“Whether you’re 5 or 25 years away from retirement or already retired, we understand that your needs are unique. That’s why Bankers offers a full suite of products designed just for the mature market that can help you plan for your future and achieve your dreams.” - Margaret Audet, Vice President of Marketing
We are hiring for Sales Associates, Financial Planner, Retirement Planner, Medicare Specialist and a Long Term Care Planner. Come visit our booth at the HREW Job Fair on October 22nd or call (757) 455-6009 for more information.
Technology.MadeBetter. ARAI Americas, Inc. is a small automotive parts manufacturing company located in Virginia Beach, which supplies several major auto manufacturers such as Honda and Toyota. Our home office is in Japan.
We are hiring for the following positions: Sales, Engineering, various areas of Production and Production Supervisors.
Full time employees enjoy the following benefits: • Vacation time • Sick days • Medical • Dental • Legal coverage • Life Insurance • Short term disability • AFLAC & paid holidays in a 40 hour week.
To Place An Ad Call Our Ad Hotline at 757-222-5454 or visit www.hrew.com
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To apply, email your resume to b_johnson@arsmfg.com or come visit our booth at the HREW job fair at the Norfolk Airport Hilton on Thurs.10/22 from 10am - 3pm.
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CALL CENTER
CALLCENTER QUICKHIRE! Who says talk is cheap? Our Call Center Associates earn $7, $10 and $12 per hour & up!
DAYS (9a.m.-3p.m.) or EVENINGS(5-10:30p.m.) Mon. -Fri. and every other Sat. 9a.m.-4pm. GUARANTEED HOURLY BASE + GENEROUS COMMISSIONS & BENEFITS: Health, Life, Dental, 401K, Childcare assistance & just a Great place to work! NO EXPERIENCE/PAID TRAINING Perfect for college students. Full Time College (min. 12 credit hrs) or those currently employed. Full Time (min. 40 hrs), ask about our “PM Flex Schedule” Also...immediate openings for full time CLOSERS & COLLECTORS with sales and Call Center experience. Guaranteed Base + Commissions. $600-$800 wkly & up! Company Benefits & Real Chance to Advance!
CALL TO DAY & TRAIN RI G HT AWAY!
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Changing careers?…Need a new career?…WE
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Interested in computers?…We have many options… Check us out at ecpi.edu or call to set up a free career planning session… Check out YOUR options, including new HYBRID-WEEKEND SCHEDULE
START TODAY! CALL 757.490.9090 ecpi.edu • Virginia Beach Campus 5555 Greenwich Rd. Please stop by our booth at the H.R.E.W. Career & Education Expo this Thursday, October 22nd from 10am - 3pm at the Norfolk Airport Hilton To Place An Ad Call Our Ad Hotline at 757-222-5454 or visit www.hrew.com
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GENERAL
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CLASSIFIEDS
Need help satisfying your recruitment goals?
MORE GREAT JOBS Accounting/ Finance Payroll Clerk Needed for Gov’t Contractor in Hampton. 2 yrs GC payroll exp req’d, Deltek pref’d, and intermediate skills in Excel. Fax resume and salary req by 10/21 to: 757-722-4728, Attn: Payroll. EO/AAP Employer.
Tax Preparers & Receptionist Experienced or Will Train. Must successfully complete training. Call 480-2000.
Drivers/ Transportation/ Shipping
HWY MAINT. NIGHT SHIFT MANAGER
is the resource you need!
Mechanics & Helpers od. l &Refinish
Valid driver’s lic. Apply Mon-Fri 9-4. Bring DMV record. 1109 S. Military Suite B. Chesapeake
Underground Utility Co. needs payloader operator. Exp’d in sewer water and storm drain. Excellent benefits. Call 461-0700 EOE & drug-free workplace.
You get total market coverage, Southside & Peninsula with one ad! • FARM FRESH • FOOD LION • WAWA • ALL MILITARY BASES • ALL VIRGINIA EMPLOYMENT COMMISSION OFFICES • UNIVERSITIES
• LIBRARIES • COLLEGES • TECHNICAL & TRADE SCHOOLS • ALL HIGH SCHOOLS • SHOPPING MALLS • FAST FOOD RESTAURANTS • FREESTANDING BOXES & RACKS
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Computers/IT/Technology Network Installer Position # 73650 Position is responsible for performing installation of data network and media infrastructure and the maintenance of the associated components. Qualifications include in-depth working knowledge of Ethernet networks; cabling plants including CAT 5E, fiber, and wireless infrastructure; and associated peripherals and IEEE standards. The demonstrated ability to troubleshoot using digital wire testers and other test equipment; understand video data projectors and associated cabling; work independently with minimum supervision; establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of Department of Technology staff; and work within and follow established guidelines and procedures is required. Position closes October 29, 2009. Apply via the CCPS web site at www.chesterfield.k12.va.us. On-line applications accepted only. Resumes may be forwarded, in addition to the on-line application, to Human Resources, Chesterfield County Public Schools, P.O. Box 10, Chesterfield, VA 23832-9990. EOE/M/F/D
Customer Service/ Call Center Customer Service
• DURING WEEK OF PURCHASED PRINT AD
FREE creative consultation • FREE AD DESIGN & PRODUCTION • SHORT TURN AROUND TIME • PROOFS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
Seasonal Work From Home Opportunity Work from the comfort of your own home for one of America's favorite companies! 1-800-flowers.com seeks indiv's w/strong communication skills to provide customer support from their homes. Must have own PC w/high-speed internet connection, w/ability to work a F/T flex schedule of 20-50 hrs/wk depending on business needs. Competitive hrly rate. To apply visit: www.1800flowers.com Click employment link at bottom of pg, click Customer Service - Work From Home Oppty. EOE
Maintenance Janitorial Help Needed Seeking PT and FT cleaning crews to work in large retail stores in Va Beach ref# 4410, Chesapeake ref# 4485, & Norfolk ref# 4445. Cleaning &/or floor care exp. is a plus. Please call 1-800-860-8057,
EARN $$$$$$ & SAVE LIVES IBR Plasma Center 1935 S. Military Hwy. Chesapeake, VA 23320 Call for Appt. 757-543-3401 Tuesday-Saturday 10:00 am-4:00 pm
Short on cash? Come visit us!
Payloader and Excavator Operator
Real Estate Attorney needed. New graduates welcome. Will train. Send resume to sshaffer@shaffertitle.com
General/Other
Carpenter - Residential framing & trim exp. Tools & vehicle req’d. Call M-F 9am-4pm 986-3441 Knowledge of road maintenance and drainage req’d. Must have the ability to schedule and document work activities. Basic comp. skills req’d. Needs to be self-starter. Good DMV. 757-531-4906
for Chesapeake law firm. Exp’d. Fax resume to 757-819-6985.
Oil Truck Driver Must have CDL haz mat. endorsement. 1 year experience good driving record. Please call 545-9225.
Carpet Cleaning Tech/Helper
Building & Construction/ Skilled Trades
Law Legal Paralegal/ Real Estate
Make sure you eat a good meal, bring your ID & proof of Social Security #.
Maintenance Supervisor Immediate opening for 400+ townhome community. Must have maintenance supervisory experience. Experience with cost control, renovations, scheduling, unit inspections and basic computer use a plus. Excellent pay and benefits. Please fax resume and salary request to 757-564-8960 or e-mail to: pmopportunities@hotmail.com. EOE
$30 Paid Today! $10 Referral Bonus!
Healthcare/ Medical Emergency Medical Tech Must be HS grad ages 17-34. No exp needed. Paid training, benefits, vacation, regular raises. Call Mon-Fri 1800-533-1657
Front Desk
Real Estate/ Property Management Maintenance Supervisor Exp’d leader needed for Hampton Roads area. Responsible for maintenance operations, turnover & capital projects. Salary based on exp. Email resume & refs. to hrobinson@prgrealestate.com
GI Office. Medical office experience only. 9-5 M-F Benefits. Fax 757-483-2203
Medical Billing Auth/Verification Specialist Must have prior exp obtaining authorizations and verifications in a busy medical setting. Infusion billing exp a plus. Strong verbal and written communication skills are a must. Send resume to: careers@homechoicepartners.com, or via fax to 757.855.8675.
Medical Office Assistant/ Front Desk Secretary needed highly motivated, Exp’d min. 3 -5yrs. skilled in medical billing, medical transcription, insurance authorization etc. for a busy specialist practice. Fax resume 757-460-6081.
Insurance INSURANCE Downtown Norfolk commercial P&C agency seeks an exp’d lic. P & C Acct Mgr/Exec. Full benefits. Sal. neg. Excellent workplace environment. Email resume to mmoore@lnorfolk.com.
REALTORS WANTED who are self motivated & committed to making a difference in our community. Call Judy at Judy Boone Realty for a confidential interview 757-587-2800 or 757-718-9191 or email: jbr@judyboonerealty.com
Ship Building Ship Repair Experienced Scheduler/Planner Retired or soon to retire? Are you an experienced SCHEDULER/PLANNER and well versed in Micorsoft Excel and Project? Want to enjoy good pay and benefits along with a flexible work schedule? If your answer is "yes" to all of these questions than please forward your resume to Romulus , LLC via email or fax. Fax: 757-495-6108 Email: Jobs@romulusllc.com Phone: 757-420-7293
Marine Coatings Contractor hiring:
Law Enforcement/ Security Part Time Armed Security
Sand blasters, riggers, cleaners, spray painters, and Marine Coatings Inspectors (NBPI cerified or NACE Lvl I req’d). Background investigation & drug screen req’d. Apply at 3505 Business Center Dr. Chesapeake 9-4 M-F
Wanted Immediately. Call 757-287-8297.
Changing careers? Search our listings!
TO GET YOUR RECRUITMENT MESSAGE PLACED IN HAMPTON ROADS’ ONLY WEEKLY EMPLOYMENT MAGAZINE, SERVING BOTH THE SOUTHSIDE AND THE PENINSULA, CONTACT SKI MILLER AT 757-222-5454
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EDUCATION/SALES
Want a career in a professional environment?
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COLLEGE 6300 Center Drive, #22 Norfolk, VA 23502
The Medical Assisting diploma program designed to provide you with knowledge and skills necessary for entry-level employment as a medical assistant in a medical office or clinic, with skills in office administration, computer, and clinical areas. Fortis College is certified by SCHEV to operate in the state of Virginia.
The Court Reporting program offers a complete but streamlined academic curriculum, providing a sound theory background and machine shorthand speeds up to 225 words per minute, incorporating all of the basics necessary for quality reporting and follows the standards prescribed by the National Court Reporters Association.
MASSAGE THERAPY The Massage Therapy diploma program is designed to prepare the graduate for employment as a massage therapist. Graduates will be able to give therapeutic massage and bodywork treatments. The techniques are based in anatomy and physiology and , dues to extensive training, graduates will be able to perform massage therapy safely and with the most beneficial results.
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PRACTICAL NURSING Practical Nursing program provides the theory, laboratory and clinical experiences to prepare the student for an entry-level position in Practical Nursing. The clinical portion of the program provides students with hands-on experience; providing nursing care.
We’ll help you get started to advance your career in the right direction.
MEDICAL OFFICE SPECIALIST The Medical Office Specialist diploma program prepares graduates for entry-level employment as a medical office billing specialist by providing training in the knowledge, skills and techniques needed to function in the medical front office, hospital of medical clinic. Students will learn to set up patient records, computerized practice management and other functions essential to the medical office environment.
DENTAL ASSISTING The Dental Assistant diploma program is designed to provide students with high-quality academic and clinical instruction. The education provides the knowledge and skills needed to function as an entry level dental assistant in a dental office or clinic setting and function effectively as an integral member of the dental health team.
Day and Evening Classes * Classes meet Monday - Thursday • VA & Tuition Assistance * Financial Aid For Those Qualified * Employment Assistance. * Not all classes offered in evening. Fortis College is certified by SCHEV to operate in the state of Virginia.
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