Saturday, December 19, 2009

[itroundtable] Digest Number 1999

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Messages

1.

LEAD:  Hd IT Infrastructure - CT - to 200k

Posted by: "john sampson" jcsspike@yahoo.com   jcsspike

Fri Dec 18, 2009 6:23 am (PST)



Subject: Infrastructure Manager Position in Wilton, CT
From: Paul Diamond <pd@eslny.com>

Hi Bill,
I have a Full Time IT Infrastructure Manager position that can pay
roughly 200K in Wilton, CT. Please let me know if you or someone you
know would be interested. The description is below, I hope all is well!
Happy Holidays!

Head of IT Infrastructure

*Description*
The Head of IT Infrastructure' s role is to plan, organize, and manage
staff and overall operations to ensure the stable operation of the
organization' s IT infrastructure. This includes developing, maintaining,
supporting, and optimizing key functional areas, particularly network
infrastructure, server infrastructure, data communications,
telecommunications and messaging systems. The Infrastructure Manager
will also schedule and direct activities to resolve hardware and
software problems in a timely and accurate fashion. The Head of IT
Infrastructure will report to the CTO and manage a team of about 15-20
people. The position is currently based in Wilton, CT but could be based
in Houston, TX for the ideal candidate.

*Responsibilities*

*Strategy & Planning*
· Design and implement short- and long-term strategic plans to ensure
infrastructure design & capacity meets existing and future requirements.
· Develop, implement, and maintain policies, procedures, and associated
training plans for infrastructure administration and project management.
· Participate in the development of IT strategies in collaboration with
other senior IT team members.
· Conduct research and make recommendations on products, services,
protocols, and standards in support of all infrastructure procurement
and development efforts.
· Establish service level agreements with business units & software
developers.
· Review & improve IT disaster recovery/business continuity plans.

*Acquisition & Deployment*
· Negotiate with vendors, outsourcers, and contractors to secure
infrastructure- specific products and services.
· Assist with the planning and deployment of infrastructure security
measures.
· Prepare RFPs, bid proposals, contracts, scope of work reports, and
other documentation for infrastructure projects and associated efforts.

*Operational Management*
· Manage and set priorities for the design, maintenance, development,
and evaluation of all infrastructure systems, including LANs, WANs,
Internet, intranet, security, wireless implementations, messaging, IP &
TDM telecommunications, and so on.
· Conduct feasibility studies for various upgrade projects,
improvements, and other conversions.
· Define hardware and software standards in conjunction with owners and
stakeholders.
· Test network performance and provide network performance statistics
and reports; develop strategies for maintaining network infrastructure.
· Test server performance and provide network performance statistics and
reports; develop strategies for maintaining server infrastructure.
· Manage operational costs; conduct near- and long-term financial
forecasts for expanded functionality/ user base.
· Establish and maintain regular written and in-person communications
with the organization' s executives, decision-makers, stakeholders,
department heads, and end users regarding pertinent infrastructure
activities.
· Practice IT asset management, including maintenance of component
inventory and related documentation.
· Direct and administrate a contingent of network analysts and
technicians, and where necessary, conduct performance reviews and
corrective action.

*Position Requirements*
*Formal Education & Certification*
· Four-year university degree or college diploma in the field of
computer science and/or 12 years equivalent work experience.

*Knowledge & Experience*
· 12 years experience managing and delivering infrastructure design and
operational excellence.
· 5 years successful leadership of an infrastructure team for hedge
fund, energy or financial trading firm with multiple trading offices.
· Exceptional knowledge of service and application delivery, as well as
successful service level agreement accomplishments.
· Hands-on experience in troubleshooting hardware.
· Knowledge of current protocols and standards, including MLPS & VPN.
· Application support experience with Lotus Notes, Microsoft Exchange,
Citrix.
· Experience in interpreting the applicability of local and federal
laws/regulations to company operations.

*Personal Attributes*
· Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure
environment and make sound decisions in emergency situations.
· Demonstrated ability to enhance team performance.
· Strong customer service orientation.
· Experience working in a professional, team-oriented, collaborative
environment.
· Ability to make sound and logical judgments.
· Demonstrated leadership and personnel/project management skills.
· Good understanding of the organization' s goals and objectives.
· Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
· Able to conduct research into issues and products as required.
· Ability to present ideas in a user-friendly language.
· Highly self-motivated and directed.
· Keen attention to detail.
· Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.
· Ability to perform general mathematical calculations for the purpose
of creating needs assessments, budgets, and so on.

*Work Conditions*
· On-call availability for as required.
· Occasional travel to Houston will be required. Travel to other offices
(San Francisco, Calgary, Lausanne) may be required.

Thanks & Regards

*/Paul Diamond
Execu-Sys LTD
Sr SAP Recruiter
ph 800-423-1964 ext 303
ph 212-967-0505 ext 303
fax 212-947-8593/ *
http://www.linkedin .com/pub/ 1/767/a4
* *

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2.

Fw: National Accounts Manager- Healthcare

Posted by: "Scott Sommer" sommer@frontiernet.net   sommerscott

Fri Dec 18, 2009 12:38 pm (PST)




----- Original Message -----
From: Mark London
To: scott.sommer@ieee.org
Sent: Friday, December 18, 2009 3:27 PM
Subject: National Accounts Manager- Healthcare

Hello Scott,

Hope all is well.

A colleague asked for my help in developing candidates for a National Account Manager´s position with an expanding, international, multi-billion dollar medical device manufacturer.

We are seeking a special person that has strong business development skills along with current relationships with the senior level executives at the major IDNs, GPOs, IHNs and other buying groups within the medical community. Candidates should have experience with the following groups: Premier, Novation, Broadlane, Amerinet, Medassets, CHCA, Consorta, PRIME, Provista, Innovatix, Medbuy, Ascension Health and similar organizations.

It is anticipate the position will be based out of a home office and will involve 50-60% overnight travel. Preference is for someone in the western US but client will consider all solid candidates regardless of their location. Compensation will be in the $160-170K range along with an $800/ month car allowance + a nice benefit package plus ample upward mobility.

I understand this might not be your skill set but we all know folks that have been "downsized" or "right sized" during these economic times. It is in this spirit that I encourage you to pass this opportunity to friends in your network. All inquires will be held in strict confidence.

BTW- there is a little extra holiday cheer ($500.00 )when your referral starts his/her new job!

If I can be of any assistance please feel free to contact me.

Best wishes for a safe and Happy Holiday Season.

Warm regards from West Palm Beach :-)

Mark

Recruiting and Placing Healthcare Professionals since 1981!

Click here to view Healthcare Sales Exec Positions (over $100,000)

Click here to view Senior Healthcare Positions (over $120,000)

Mark London o President (About Me)
Command Consultants, Inc.
834 Sanctuary Cove Drive o West Palm Beach o FL o 33410
Phone: (561) 627-1745 o Email: mlondon@staffing.net

475 West 57th Street o Suite 5A2 o New York, NY 10019
Phone: (917) 804-5966

Web: http://www.commandconsultants.com
http://www.linkedin.com/in/marklondon

3.

DIRECTOR, Computer Operations - Horizon BCBS

Posted by: "Alicja Lisnow" a_lisnow@yahoo.com   a_lisnow

Sat Dec 19, 2009 2:31 am (PST)



Saw this on Monster......
 
http://jobview.monster.com/GetJob.aspx?JobID=84720760&aid=84872298&WT.mc_n=JSAHG10
 
DIRECTOR, Computer Operations - Horizon BCBS
In this highly visible role you will be accountable for the management and development of short and long term infrastructure strategies for our 3 Data Centers.  This will include aligning these strategies with Horizon´s overall enterprise strategy and translating them into tactical plans to assure optimal utilization.

Responsibilities will include:
o Managing the development and delivery of cost-effective technical solutions/operations
o Developing/managing a team of 40-60 professionals providing highly reliable service on a 24 x 7 basis
o Supporting, maintaining and administering all of Horizon´s SQL & Lotus Notes 8.0 infrastructure systems
o Managing the overall Disaster Recovery & High Availability plans to meet business, legal and regulatory requirements
o Providing guidance and support to the e-business service desk
o Performing risk analysis and developing risk mitigation plans
o Establishing strategic vendor relationships that affect the delivery of IT services
o Developing metrics associated with performance, availability, reliability and recovery
o Managing outsourcing agreements

Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor´s Degree in Computer Science or Engineering, along with 10+ years IT management experience, preferably in Infrastructure Management.  Proven knowledge of the following a must: Data Center Change & Desktop Management, EDI Files, Wintel, Clustered Intel Servers, IBM P5 & P6, IBM mainframe, Brocade, SAN Storage, management of outsourced agreement, DRA, Risk/Gap Analysis and Internal/External Audit Processes.  Exceptional analytical skills and strong oral and written communication skills will also be expected, as will the ability to effectively lead a team. ITIL and PMP Certifications a plus.

We are conveniently located next to Penn Station, Newark, and are easily accessible by train, bus or car. We also offer highly competitive salaries, a dynamic work environment, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes an on-site fitness and day care center.

 

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Leadership / Training / Sales Operations / Client Services
A_Lisnow@Yahoo.com / 201.519.0545
LinkedIn / BCNC / NNJASTD Career Transition 
MSET Portfolio 
 

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[itroundtable] DIRECTOR, Computer Operations - Horizon BCBS

 

Saw this on Monster......
 
 
DIRECTOR, Computer Operations - Horizon BCBS
In this highly visible role you will be accountable for the management and development of short and long term infrastructure strategies for our 3 Data Centers.  This will include aligning these strategies with Horizon's overall enterprise strategy and translating them into tactical plans to assure optimal utilization.

Responsibilities will include:
• Managing the development and delivery of cost-effective technical solutions/operations
• Developing/managing a team of 40-60 professionals providing highly reliable service on a 24 x 7 basis
• Supporting, maintaining and administering all of Horizon's SQL & Lotus Notes 8.0 infrastructure systems
• Managing the overall Disaster Recovery & High Availability plans to meet business, legal and regulatory requirements
• Providing guidance and support to the e-business service desk
• Performing risk analysis and developing risk mitigation plans
• Establishing strategic vendor relationships that affect the delivery of IT services
• Developing metrics associated with performance, availability, reliability and recovery
• Managing outsourcing agreements


Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Engineering, along with 10+ years IT management experience, preferably in Infrastructure Management.  Proven knowledge of the following a must: Data Center Change & Desktop Management, EDI Files, Wintel, Clustered Intel Servers, IBM P5 & P6, IBM mainframe, Brocade, SAN Storage, management of outsourced agreement, DRA, Risk/Gap Analysis and Internal/External Audit Processes.  Exceptional analytical skills and strong oral and written communication skills will also be expected, as will the ability to effectively lead a team. ITIL and PMP Certifications a plus.

We are conveniently located next to Penn Station, Newark, and are easily accessible by train, bus or car. We also offer highly competitive salaries, a dynamic work environment, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes an on-site fitness and day care center.



 

Alicja Lisnow, MSET

Leadership / Training / Sales Operations / Client Services

A_Lisnow@Yahoo.com / 201.519.0545

LinkedIn / BCNC / NNJASTD Career Transition 

MSET Portfolio 

 

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Friday, December 18, 2009

[itroundtable] Fw: National Accounts Manager- Healthcare

 



 
----- Original Message -----
Sent: Friday, December 18, 2009 3:27 PM
Subject: National Accounts Manager- Healthcare

Hello Scott,

 

Hope all is well.

 

A colleague asked for my help in developing candidates for a National Account Manager's position with an expanding, international, multi-billion dollar medical device manufacturer.

 

We are seeking a special person that has strong business development skills along with current relationships with the senior level executives at the major IDNs, GPOs, IHNs and other buying groups within the medical community. Candidates should have experience with the following groups: Premier, Novation, Broadlane, Amerinet, Medassets, CHCA, Consorta, PRIME, Provista, Innovatix, Medbuy, Ascension Health and similar organizations.

 

It is anticipate the position will be based out of a home office and will involve 50-60% overnight travel. Preference is for someone in the western US but client will consider all solid candidates regardless of their location. Compensation will be in the $160-170K range along with an $800/ month car allowance + a nice benefit package plus ample upward mobility.

 

I understand this might not be your skill set but we all know folks that have been "downsized" or "right sized" during these economic times. It is in this spirit that I encourage you to pass this opportunity to friends in your network. All inquires will be held in strict confidence.

 

BTW- there is a little extra holiday cheer ($500.00 )when your referral starts his/her new job!

 

If I can be of any assistance please feel free to contact me.

 

Best wishes for a safe and Happy Holiday Season.

 

Warm regards from West Palm Beach :-)

 

Mark

 


 

Recruiting and Placing Healthcare Professionals since 1981!


Command Consultants, Inc.
834 Sanctuary Cove Drive • West Palm Beach • FL • 33410
Phone: (561) 627-1745 • Email: mlondon@staffing.net
 
475 West 57th Street • Suite 5A2 • New York, NY 10019
Phone: (917) 804-5966
 

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[itroundtable] LEAD: Hd IT Infrastructure - CT - to 200k

 

Subject: Infrastructure Manager Position in Wilton, CT
From: Paul Diamond <pd@eslny.com>

Hi Bill,
I have a Full Time IT Infrastructure Manager position that can pay
roughly 200K in Wilton, CT. Please let me know if you or someone you
know would be interested. The description is below, I hope all is well!
Happy Holidays!

Head of IT Infrastructure

*Description*
The Head of IT Infrastructure' s role is to plan, organize, and manage
staff and overall operations to ensure the stable operation of the
organization' s IT infrastructure. This includes developing, maintaining,
supporting, and optimizing key functional areas, particularly network
infrastructure, server infrastructure, data communications,
telecommunications and messaging systems. The Infrastructure Manager
will also schedule and direct activities to resolve hardware and
software problems in a timely and accurate fashion. The Head of IT
Infrastructure will report to the CTO and manage a team of about 15-20
people. The position is currently based in Wilton, CT but could be based
in Houston, TX for the ideal candidate.

*Responsibilities*

*Strategy & Planning*
· Design and implement short- and long-term strategic plans to ensure
infrastructure design & capacity meets existing and future requirements.
· Develop, implement, and maintain policies, procedures, and associated
training plans for infrastructure administration and project management.
· Participate in the development of IT strategies in collaboration with
other senior IT team members.
· Conduct research and make recommendations on products, services,
protocols, and standards in support of all infrastructure procurement
and development efforts.
· Establish service level agreements with business units & software
developers.
· Review & improve IT disaster recovery/business continuity plans.

*Acquisition & Deployment*
· Negotiate with vendors, outsourcers, and contractors to secure
infrastructure- specific products and services.
· Assist with the planning and deployment of infrastructure security
measures
.
· Prepare RFPs, bid proposals, contracts, scope of work reports, and
other documentation for infrastructure projects and associated efforts.

*Operational Management*
· Manage and set priorities for the design, maintenance, development,
and evaluation of all infrastructure systems, including LANs, WANs,
Internet, intranet, security, wireless implementations, messaging, IP &
TDM telecommunications, and so on.
· Conduct feasibility studies for various upgrade projects,
improvements, and other conversions.
· Define hardware and software standards in conjunction with owners and
stakeholders.
· Test network performance and provide network performance statistics
and reports; develop strategies for maintaining network infrastructure.
· Test server performance and provide network performance statistics and
reports; develop strategies for maintaining server infrastructure.
· Manage operational costs; conduct near- and long-term financial
forecasts
for expanded functionality/ user base.
· Establish and maintain regular written and in-person communications
with the organization' s executives, decision-makers, stakeholders,
department heads, and end users regarding pertinent infrastructure
activities.
· Practice IT asset management, including maintenance of component
inventory and related documentation.
· Direct and administrate a contingent of network analysts and
technicians, and where necessary, conduct performance reviews and
corrective action.

*Position Requirements*
*Formal Education & Certification*
· Four-year university degree or college diploma in the field of
computer science and/or 12 years equivalent work experience.

*Knowledge & Experience*
· 12 years experience managing and delivering infrastructure design and
operational excellence.
· 5 years successful leadership of an infrastructure team for hedge
fund, energy or financial trading firm with multiple trading offices.
· Exceptional knowledge of service and application delivery, as well as
successful service level agreement accomplishments.
· Hands-on experience in troubleshooting hardware.
· Knowledge of current protocols and standards, including MLPS & VPN.
· Application support experience with Lotus Notes, Microsoft Exchange,
Citrix.
· Experience in interpreting the applicability of local and federal
laws/regulations to company operations.

*Personal Attributes*
· Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure
environment and make sound decisions in emergency situations.
· Demonstrated ability to enhance team performance.
· Strong customer service orientation.
· Experience working in a professional, team-oriented, collaborative
environment.
· Ability to make sound and logical judgments.
· Demonstrated leadership and personnel/project management skills.
· Good understanding of the organization' s goals and objectives.
· Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
· Able to conduct research into issues and products as required.
· Ability to present ideas in a user-friendly language.
· Highly self-motivated and directed.
· Keen attention to detail.
· Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.
· Ability to perform general mathematical calculations for the purpose
of creating needs assessments, budgets, and so on.

*Work Conditions*
· On-call availability for as required.
· Occasional travel to Houston will be required. Travel to other offices
(San Francisco, Calgary, Lausanne) may be required.

Thanks & Regards

*/Paul Diamond
Execu-Sys LTD
Sr SAP Recruiter
ph 800-423-1964 ext 303
ph 212-967-0505 ext 303
fax 212-947-8593/ *
http://www.linkedin .com/pub/ 1/767/a4
* *



Dec 15th Next Reg mtg - Tues - Using Twitter For Prof Development - Jacob Alonzo - 6 pm - Carnevale Center 10 Lenox Ave Pompton Lakes 07442 Rm 009
Dec 22nd & 29th No Mtg - Holidays
Jan 12th - Recruiter Night Out - Dinner Mtg - Abby Kohut Moderator - Ralph Cetrulo FYI Systems - Janelle Razzino Razzino Associates
Feb 9th Combined Dinner Mtg AWC - Rod Colon - Empowering Today's Professionals (ETP) Network

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[itroundtable] Digest Number 1998

Messages In This Digest (3 Messages)

Messages

1.

Fw: Pearson Education -Mastering Product Manager

Posted by: "Alicja Lisnow" a_lisnow@yahoo.com   a_lisnow

Thu Dec 17, 2009 11:04 am (PST)



Title: Mastering Product Manager
Req Number: ncs-00029604
Job Type: Regular Full Time
Location(s): Upper Saddle River NJ        

Pearson is an international media company with market-leading businesses in education, business information and consumer publishing. Pearson's education business represents about two-thirds of the company, and Penguin publishing and the Financial Times make up the balance. With more than 30,000 employees based in 60 countries, we are a family of businesses that draws on common assets, processes and shares a common purpose: to help our customers live and learn.

Pearson is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D, and a member of E-Verify.
Product Manager, Mastering Engineering: The Mastering product line represents the most advanced, educationally, effective and widely used homework and tutorial system for higher-education science and engineering in the world. We are currently seeking a product manager to focus on MasteringEngineering. As a member of the product development team, the product manager will be responsible for: gathering and prioritizing requirements, developing and testing prototypes of new functionality, writing functional and user-interface specifications and working with development, QA and documentation to ensure delivery of high value product enhancements.
Develop expertise with respect to our customers needs and our competitors capabilities. Track and prioritize product requirements by conducting market research supported by on-going dialog with customers and editorial teams. For assigned requirements, drive a solution set from conception to implementation by developing a business case, use cases, visual prototypes and functional & design specifications. Monitor and review the development of specific features including software engineering, QA and documentation.
Bachelor's degree in a quantitative science discipline, preferably Engineering or Mathematics. Must be comfortable working with technical/mathematical content. 3 + years experience in a software product management, UI design, business analysis or similar role. Excellent teamwork, communication and organizational skills. Experience in teaching, educational publishing or educational technology is a plus. This position requires occasional travel to sites in North America.

Apply online at www.pearsoned.com/careers

Pearson is an international media company with market-leading businesses in education, business information and consumer publishing. Pearson's education business represents about two-thirds of the company, and Penguin publishing and the Financial Times make up the balance. With more than 30,000 employees based in 60 countries, we are a family of businesses that draws on common assets, processes and shares a common purpose: to help our customers live and learn.

Pearson is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D, and a member of E-Verify.
Product Manager, Mastering Engineering: The Mastering product line represents the most advanced, educationally, effective and widely used homework and tutorial system for higher-education science and engineering in the world. We are currently seeking a product manager to focus on MasteringEngineering. As a member of the product development team, the product manager will be responsible for: gathering and prioritizing requirements, developing and testing prototypes of new functionality, writing functional and user-interface specifications and working with development, QA and documentation to ensure delivery of high value product enhancements.
Develop expertise with respect to our customers needs and our competitors capabilities. Track and prioritize product requirements by conducting market research supported by on-going dialog with customers and editorial teams. For assigned requirements, drive a solution set from conception to implementation by developing a business case, use cases, visual prototypes and functional & design specifications. Monitor and review the development of specific features including software engineering, QA and documentation.
Bachelor's degree in a quantitative science discipline, preferably Engineering or Mathematics. Must be comfortable working with technical/mathematical content. 3 + years experience in a software product management, UI design, business analysis or similar role. Excellent teamwork, communication and organizational skills. Experience in teaching, educational publishing or educational technology is a plus. This position requires occasional travel to sites in North America.

Apply online at www.pearsoned.com/careers

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Alicja Lisnow, MSET
Leadership / Training / Sales Operations / Client Services
A_Lisnow@Yahoo.com / 201.519.0545
LinkedIn / BCNC / NNJASTD Career Transition 
MSET Portfolio 

2.

Fw: Support Tech Needed in Bethel CT

Posted by: "Scott Sommer" sommer@frontiernet.net   sommerscott

Thu Dec 17, 2009 1:49 pm (PST)




----- Original Message -----
From: "Staff I.T" <sseidler@StaffITInfo.com>
To: "SCOTT SOMMER" <scott.sommer@ieee.org>
Sent: Thursday, December 17, 2009 4:43 PM
Subject: Support Tech Needed in Bethel CT

> Hi SCOTT,
>
> A client of ours in Bethel CT is looking for a Support Tech for a 2-4 week
> consulting project. The position is 50% Phone Support and 50% Deskside
> support. The candidate would need to be experienced with Cisco Routers.
> If you are interested please respond to this e-mail with a word version of
> your resume and your desired hourly rate. Upon Receipt we will give you
> more information about the project.
>
> The rate for this project is aprox 20.00 per hour. We apologize if this
> rate is not right for you or the position is not geographically accessible
> for you.
>
> Regards,
>
> The StaffIT Team
>
> PS If you would like to be removed from our database, please respond to
> this e-mail with "eliminate" in the subject line. Please allow 7-10
> business days for the change to take effect.
>
>
> Job Reference Number=211500
>
>
>

3.

Fwd: [SMCNG] 12 Eye-Catching Resume Tips

Posted by: "Peter Lutz" lutzpf@gmail.com   peter_f_lutz

Thu Dec 17, 2009 7:17 pm (PST)



---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: Rich Pettus <richpettus@gmail.com>
Date: Thu, Dec 17, 2009 at 2:24 PM
Subject: [SMCNG] 12 Eye-Catching Resume Tips
To:

http://newgradlife.blogspot.com/2009/12/get-job-career-job-hunt.html

12 Eye-Catching Resume
Tips<http://newgradlife.blogspot.com/2009/12/get-job-career-job-hunt.html>
Posted by: Angela Astley | Posted at: 12:58 AM | Filed Under:
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|
Gone are the days of simply mailing your resume, receiving a call, shaking
hands at the interview and agreeing on a start date for that new job. The
Internet has taken over the recruiting landscape and everyone is required to
submit a resume online. While that brings greater efficiency to the process
for employers, it can be awfully maddening for job seekers. But it doesn't
have to be that way if you know how to navigate the system.

Consider these 12 tips before pressing "submit:"

1) *Search job boards and the websites of employers that appeal to you.* Print
out the job postings that you're interested in pursuing before you apply.

2) *Use a highlighter to mark the keywords and industry language* used to
describe the requirements and responsibilities of each position.

3) *Compare those words and phrases* to the language that appears in your
current resume.

4) *Figure out how and where to add the most relevant keywords to your
resume*, assuming you have the specific knowledge, skills and experience.
Applicant tracking systems will search for keyword matches – the more
matches, the better, which often determines if a recruiter opts to view your
resume.

*5)* Once you're confident that your resume reflects a strong match, go
ahead and*submit that targeted resume online*.

*6)* *If the system requests a cover letter, write a short one* that
expresses why you're a strong match and why you'd like to join the
organization. This is a chance to tout your research on the role.

*7)* *Never submit a generic, one-size-fits-all resume or cover letter.* If
you really want the position, you'll customize all documents for each job.

*8)* *Once you apply, get to work to find an internal referral to make a
personal introduction.* Here's how:

a) *Make a list of 50 people you know* and ask each one if they know someone
who works (or has worked) at that employer.
b) *Attend job fairs* to meet face-to-face with employers and other
professionals.
c) *Create a free profile and become active on LinkedIn.com or Facebook.com*,
which boast a combined 60 million users. Surely you can find someone who
knows someone to make that connection.
d) *Create a free Twitter.com account and "follow" friends and post requests
for help*. (You can follow Tory Johnson at Twitter.com/ToryJohnson where she
posts job leads and where fellow followers can help with contacts.
e) *Join an association in your field and network* with like-minded peers.
f) *Connect with your high school and college alumni groups*. Old pals could
be new connectors.
g) *Talk to your unlikely network.* For example, look at the class list of
the parents of your kids' friends. Anytime my kids hear about a friend's mom
or dad who's lost a job, they tell them to call me. Even though we don't
know each other, we have a common connection that can sometimes lead to a
contact.
*9)* *Follow up with a call or email to the recruiter responsible for
filling the position.*Never say, "Did you get my resume?" Instead be ready
to reiterate your strong qualifications and interest in the role. You'll
have just a brief moment to sell yourself, so rehearse before making the
call or sending the email.

*10)* *Don't know the name of the right person? Cold-call the company* and
ask an operator to put you through. If that doesn't work, Google the term
"recruiter" or "human resource director" along with the name of your
employer of choice. The results may reveal the name you're trying to find.
LinkedIn is another resource to find the correct name.

*11)* *Stay top of mind. Every recruiter is different, which makes this a
challenge.*Some say you're welcome to follow up weekly. Others say every
other week is enough. And then there are some who'll tell you to never call.
Find the right balance so you're politely persistent without crossing over
to a pest.

12) *Ask directly for advice on how and when to follow up.* A simple
question, "What's the best way to keep in touch?" will give you the details
you need to stay ahead of the pack.
<http://newgradlife.blogspot.com/2009/12/get-job-career-job-hunt.html>

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