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I need help and advice
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Posted about 1 month ago I hope someone can help me or give me some advice. I am living in Mexico because I was in a VERY abusive relationship and sick. Now, 3 and some months later, I want to go back home to the US. Preferably to either Florida or San Diego. I am sending resumes to all the jobs online I know I am qualified to work in. The thing is that I need (or prefer) to have a job before I get there so that I won't have to live at anyone's home (even if it is a friend's or family member's home) for a long time, rather stay for about a month and then move into a studio. Will someone help me or give me some advice, please? Thank you! |
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| Posted about 1 month ago Why don't you post your experience and qualifications in this forum? Then someone viewing this forum, who knows of openings, may be able to help or refer. Blessings, |
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| Posted about 1 month ago Depending on where you are in Mexico may be effecting your job hunt. If I was an employer and saw that you were in Mexico looking for a job in the US, I would wonder. Does she need help with a visa ? Is she authorized to work in the US? Does she expect relocation assistance ? If your answer is no to all of these I would list that on your resume especially if your address or phone number are in Mexico as this may detour someone from hiring you. Do your friends have any leads, you must network, network, network? Or like changing lifestyles said, network here ! What about a temp agency? My friend used to live in San Diego and she used Robert Half & Associates or Account temps (not that i am promoting either). This may land you some temporary work or even a permanent job prior to moving. Keep us posted on how things are going. Good Luck ! |
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| Posted about 1 month ago Thank you so much for your quick reply and advice. I have been sending my resume and cover letter to many companies. I do mention that I am a US citizen just wanting to return back home to the US. As for showing my qualifications on this forum, here is part of my resume:
SOFTWARE
MS Office, APS (expenses), IDX, Blackbaud/Raiser's Edge, Kintera (Databases), Dentaclinic, Word, Excel, Windows and Outlook. Knowledge of Power Point.
EXPERIENCE • Managed professional and personal calendars, appointments and schedules
• Organized travel arrangements in great detail
• Helped plan and coordinate special personal and business events
• Prepared Power Point presentations when needed
• Personal and professional mail and email correspondence
• General administrative duties including filing, faxing, photocopying, etc.
• Creating processes and systems for improved efficiencies and ease of operations
· Ordered all stationery and office supplies
· Organization, planning, prioritizing and problem-solving
· A minimum of 10 years of related experience
· Work under minimal or no supervision
· Filter telephone calls
· Native bilingual English and Spanish, written and oral
· Excellent interpersonal, research skills and team player
· Follow-up on bank, insurance and other customer documentation
WORK HISTORY
12/2003 - 05/2006 Data Base Specialist, Best Buddies International, Miami, FL (305)374-2233 – Reported to and assisted Special Events Director
03/2003 - 10/2003 Administrative Assistant, Diversified Investment Advisors, Miami, FL (305) 374-4222
08/23/2002 - 03/2003 Administrative Assistant, Act 1 Personnel - Sempra-SDG&E), San Diego, CA (619) 696-2180 (Natural Resources Department) – Reported directly to the Director of Natural Resources and gave Administrative support to 6 department managers.
01/01 - 04/15/2002 Executive Assistant to the VP Communication and External Affairs - Act 1 Personnel (Sempra), San Diego, CA (619) 696-2180. Reported directly to the Vice President.
02/98 - 05/00 Administrative Assistant, Vice President for Venezuela, Colombia, y Mexico – Citibank Private Banking (Manpower) Miami, Fl (954) 981-8112 Reported directly to the Regional Vice Presidents of Latin America.
02/94-06/97 Administrative Assistant to the Chief Financial Officer/Customer Service Representative, Community Health Group, Chula Vista, CA91910 (619) 422-0422
As far as relocation expenses, I will be responsible for my trip. Maybe I should mention that in the cover letter also?
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| Posted 28 days ago Yes, in your cover letter I would definitely mention you are relocating and paying for that cost. This way it does not detour people from your resume. Something will bit eventually. Good Luck ! |
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| Posted 28 days ago Please read the article, "15 Companies Hiring Now". It may be helpful. It actually gives names of companies and positions available. The very best to you! Blessings,
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| Posted 28 days ago With your qualifications, you should not have any problems finding a job somewhere! |
