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BUSINESS (INCLUDES MANAGEMENT/HUMAN RESOURCES/ACCOUNTING)

Store Manager: Rent a Center Financial Services in Indianola is now hiring a full-time manager, with great starting pay and full benefits. To apply: Visit Rentacenter.com, keyword: Indianola. 10/30/09

Transportation Sales Representative: C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc. in Coralville is looking for fill an entry-level position on their transportation sales team. Position responsibilities include managing shipping and carrier relationships, negotiating rates, sourcing carriers, and generating business leads. Applicant must have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent industry experience, good communication and customer service skills, and be able to multi-task. C.H. Robinson offers excellent benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus paid holidays and vacation. To apply: Visit www.chrobinson.com and check out their job posting. 10/12/09

 

COMMUNICATIONS (INCLUDES MARKETING/PUBLIC RELATIONS/MULTIMEDIA)

New Media Newsletter Support: Meredith Corporation is looking for someone to support their New Media Newsletter Managers with a variety of tasks including setup, testing, and deployment of email newsletters using html code and UI from email service provider. Applicants should be detail-oriented, have excellent communication skills, and have prior experience with Microsoft Office products and web content management systems including html. To apply: Send your resume to Andrea Reynolds, Associate E-Commerce Director, Meredith Corporation, 1716 Locust St LN102, Des Moines, IA 50309 via email at andrea.reynolds@meredith.com. 10/16/09

Sales Representative: Clear Channel Radio is looking for someone to join their sales team. Applicants need to have a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver's license, basic business knowledge, media experience preferred, good follow-up performance, excellent communication skills, and a strong desire to see clients succeed. Srandard working hours would be M-F, 8-5 and evenings and weekends as needed. To apply: Forward your cover letter and resume to: Hiring Manager, Clear Channel, 1600 Utica Avenue South, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55416 or email it to: minneapolisemployment@ClearChannel.com. No calls please. 10/12/09

 

COMPUTER SCIENCE

Computer-related jobs with IBM: IBM is opening a new technology service delivery center in Dubuque, Iowa, creating up to 1,300 jobs. They will be staffing Technical Support Specialists, Dispatchers, and Audit/Compliance, and Shared Services roles. Check out all the jobs at http://www-03.ibm.com/employement/us/iowajobs OR visit with recruiters at the DMACC Conference Center on the Ankeny Campus, Building 7, on Wednesday, November 4th. There will be a presentation from 9-9:30am and a time to meet managers from 9:30-12:00pm. Don't miss this chance to meet with IBM managers directly. 10/16/09

 

EDUCATION

Community School Para-educator: The Boys & Girls Club of Central Iowa needs educators to assist teachers and staff in the instruction, supervision, and care of students in a variety of instructional and applied learning settings, including general education and afterschool programs. Applicants should have at least a high school diploma/GED, oral and written communication skills, and desired supervisory experience with school age children. Hours are from 12pm-6pm at the Ellis I. Levitt Club Unit. To apply: Contact the Boys & Girls Home of Central Iowa, 1350 E. Washington Ave., Des Moines, IA 50316. Phone: 515-262-5695 Fax: 515-262-0904 10/16/09

Early childhood teachers/childcare providers: Bright Horizons Family Solutions currently has several full time/part time positions available. If interested, please check out job postings and apply online at www.brighthorizons.com/careers. (open)

Teach in China: Have you ever wondered what life would be like in a new country? If the answer to this question is YES then teaching in a Chinese University or Public School would be the experience of a lifetime for you!! You would teach in Wuhan, primarily, and a variety of locations throughout mainland China. The major requirements are: University degree or Associates Degree/College Diploma in any discipline. Hours are 14 -18 hours per week from Monday - Friday. Salary range is from RMB 5000 - 6500 (630 - 775 US). Free furnished apartment with utilities and round-trip airfare provided. Includes paid 2-week winter vacation and all national holidays. Medical insurance is provided. Contract length is one year (extendable if mutually agreed upon by both parties). If interested, e-mail: davidson@iandrs.com or visit http://www.iandrs.com/. (open)

Teach in Japan: Ever wonder what it is like to live in, not just visit, a different country? Are you a flexible, trustworthy individual with a university degree (or about to get one)? If the answer to all these questions is YES then teaching in Japan as an Assistant Language Teacher (ALT) within the public school system for six months or a full year would be the experience of a lifetime for you!! Salary is 144,334.00 Yen (1427.00 CDN/ 1216.00 US) per month (with a paid apartment and AFTER taxes of 8000.00 Yen) for teaching Monday to Friday on a regular school schedule. If you do not want company housing, your salary would be 204,334.00 Yen (2020.00 CDN/1722.00 US) per month. Includes end of contract bonus of 5,000 yen for each month with a perfect attendance record. Comprehensive training included. The bulk of their positions begin in September and March where you can work one, six month contract and then begin another or take a new job. Additionally, they also have positions beginning each month! Contact Ian via e-mail at davidson@iandrs.com for further information. (open)

Teach in South Korea: Currently looking for participants to teach K-9 with YBM-ECC schools in South Korea for twelve months. Salary is 2510 - 2760 CAD (2140 - 2353 US) per month or 2.0 - 2.2 million won in Korea for teaching 30 hours a week from Monday to Friday (Saturday = optional OT). Includes: free airfare to and from Korea, Rent-free, fully furnished private and shared apartments, Paid Training and Orientation provided upon arrival, Severance payment of one months salary upon completion of contract, Medical insurance split 50/50, and Scheduled holiday time & numerous other financial benefits NOT found at other schools in Korea. To apply you need a university degree, resume, and passport. Teaching experience is a plus but having good people skills is just as important! For further information visit: http://www.iandrs.com/ or contact Ian at davidson@iandrs.com. (open)

Teach in Thailand: Currently looking for people to teach in Thailand as an English teacher for Super Language School for a year. To apply, you must have a university degree and be eligible for a passport. Salary is 250 Baht per hour. The average salary is over 23,500 Baht per month or 630 US dollars. 18-25 teaching hours per week (Saturdays and Sundays off). One year contract & all one year visas provided by school. Includes free accommodation in a private, furnished house within walking distance of the school, full training, 10 paid holidays in the first contract year, 20,000 Baht contract completion bonus, 5,000 Baht end of contract performance bonus, monthly internet bonus, comprehensive orientation about Surat Thani and the nearby islands, free Muay Thai classes at the Surat Thani Martial Arts Academy, free Thai cooking classes, and opportunity for a two month break to thoroughly explore Thailand and the surrounding areas. If interested, contact Ian via e-mail at davidson@iandrs.com for further information. (open)

Teach in Vietnam: Currently looking for people to teach in ILA schools in Vietnam for twelve months. Highly competitive monthly salary (1400 US per month net). Visa and work permits organized and paid for by ILA. Relocation allowance (750 US) & Paid national holidays (approximately 10 days per annum). Other benefits include: World-class facilities and teaching resources, dedicated academic management team support and on-going professional development, opportunities to get involved in ILA's charitable network, option to transfer between their training centers and to progress into senior positions, initial accommodation and airport pickup provided free of charge upon arrival, free Vietnamese language lessons, great social network including quarterly and annual social events, paid by the school, and option to take one of our Cambridge Teacher Training Courses; CELTA (Certificate in English Language Training to Adults), CELTYL (Certificate in Teaching English to Young Learners) and DELTA (Diploma in English Language Teaching to Adults). If interested, visit http://www.iandrs.com/ or e-mail Ian at davidson@iandrs.com. (open)

Teach English in Korea: Travel and Teach is looking for individuals who are looking for an adventure! This is a fantastic experience that opens doors to many opportunities! Teaching English in Korea to students from beginner to advanced levels, children to adults. No teaching experience required. Job locations include: Daegu, Seoul, Ulsan, Cheonan, and other cities around South Korea. Applicant must have a Bachelor's Degree. For more information go to www.travelandteachrecruiting.com. (open)

 

GENERAL

Police Officer: The Indianola Police Department is taking applications for the position of police officers. The Indianola Police Dept. endeavors to maintain a safe and secure community through assertive, progressive and professional service. Applications can be obtained by calling 515-961-9400 or by visiting www.cityofindianola.com/departments/police. Application deadline is 12/1/09.

Internal Revenue Service: A new IRS Des Moines call center is opening in West Des Moines. The IRS plans to hire 200 employees for the center, with 100 employees on board when the center opens July 1. The jobs will pay $30,000 to $56,000. For details, go to www.jobs.irs.gov/USAJOBS/index.html and search under Des Moines. 10/28/09

Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Callers: The American Cancer Society is looking for two people to support their event manager with a major fundraising walk to fight breast cancer. Duties include phone recruitment of team leaders, relationship management, and other duties as assigned. Majority of work is on the phone and computer. These are full-time, temporary positions working from Jan-May of 2010, 8am-4pm. Applicants should have excellent phone skills and be willing to make cold calls to local businesses, as well as be computer literate and have reliable transportation. To apply: Visit www.cancer.org/jobs and search for job id# 4933 to route your resume to the hiring department. Closing date is 11/27/09.

 

 

HEALTH / WELLNESS

Human Resources Specialist: Alegant Health is looking for someone to educate their employees about Human Resource policies, process new hires, process requests, run daily audits, obtain required new hire information, respond to requests associated with performance management, and more. Applicants should have a bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience and a current driver's license. Applicant must be able to type 30-50 wpm, have computer, PC, and email skills, have knowledge of Office software, and excellent interpersonal and telephone usage skills. Hours would be Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm. To apply: Visit www.Alegent.com/jobs. For more information or questions, contact Mary Pierce at 402-717-1823 or email her at Mary.Pierce@alegent.org. 10/12/09

Seasonal & Year-Round Staff Needed: Camp Courageous of Iowa in Monticello, IA. has volunteer positions, internships, and paid positions available. Camp Courageous is a year-round recreational and respite care facility for individuals withdisabilities. Campers with mental and physical disabilities, brain injuries, hearing or visual impairment, autism, ADD and other specialneeds are served.Qualifications: must be a non-smoker. To apply, go to http://www.campcourageous.org/. Positions Include: Counselors, adventure specialist, canoeing specialist, crafts specialist, swimming specialist, nature specialist, recreation specialist, outdoor living skills specialist, kitchen staff, health staff assistant. (open)

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Resident Treatment Worker: Provides para-professional nursing or therapeutic work in the treatments of residents at a state institution for the elderly, mentally retarded, or mentally ill. No education or experience required. To find out more about any of these positions and and to apply, go to: http://das.hre.iowa.gov/state_jobs.html. Click on "About Continuous Open Jobs" link. (open)

Homestead: The Homestead has two living and learning residential facilities for children and adults with autism. Visit its website at www.thehomestead.org for more information about The Homestead, to see open job postings, and download an application. (open)

 

 

Last Updated: 11/6/09