Sara's Career Tips & Tools

Audit Letter Clerk and Human Resources Assistant positions available at Law Firm

By Sara's Career Tips & Tools on May 15, 2012 3:53 PM

Audit letter Clerk:
Communicate with attorneys and their assistants, and coordinate with the Compliance/Audit Letter Assistant and Compliance/Audit Letter Attorney.

  Create and review accounting related reports.

  Review audit inquiry letter to determine parameters of requested information that needs to be compiled (e.g., fiscal year end dates, client and related entity identification).

Review financial system data to compile list of related clients and all corresponding client matters.

  Review financial systems data; verify report totals.

  Compile cross entity totals to ensure accurate reporting.

  Compile complete audit information request after reviewing all pertinent information.

Human Resources Assistant:

* Prepare, file and maintain all personnel/benefits files and related materials on a daily basis and maintenance of the HR file room.
* Responsible for ensuring that all information on New Hire Checklist is obtained from all new employees.
* Assist with postings and announcements to staff.
* Assist Chief Human Resources Officer with scheduling appointments.
* Answer telephone and receive visitors to HR.
* Order materials needed for HR department.
* Assist with annual evaluation process.
* Assist with seminar program activities as needed; scheduling events/seminars/appointments, greeting guest speakers and attending meetings.
* Provide back up for other Human Resources Department responsibilities as needed.

Interested - apply through RamsRecruiting today!

You can find out more by logging into your RamsRecruiting account. Use our One-Click Searches for "New Opportunities Posted by VCU's RamsRecruiting". Then, if desired, you can Narrow Your Results feature on the left hand side of your search results.

Make sure that your resume has been approved before you apply for this position. You can do so by contacting your Career Consultant or by utilizing our walk-in hours:

·University Career Center Career Consultants by Major: http://www.students.vcu.edu/careers/meet_us/career_consultants.html

·Walk-in hours (Spring and Fall) are Tuesday through Thursday from 11 am to 1 pm.

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Don't have a RamsRecruiting account?

It is easy to get one! Stop by the Career Center in the University Student Commons (across from the Chick-Fil-A) and request an account or email us at mailto:careers@vcu.edu

Etiquette Tip of the Week: The Great Thing About Interviewing...

By Sara's Career Tips & Tools on May 15, 2012 10:34 AM

The great thing about interviewing is it is the one time you can tell people how wonderful you are and they are actually willing to listen.

Be honest about your qualifications and experience. If an interviewer asks, "What is your biggest weakness?" Do not try to disguise a positive as a negative with a canned baloney answer like, "I work too hard" or "I am a perfectionist."

Instead, give an honest answer about a time that you really goofed and put it in the context of what you learned from the experience. A wise CEO once told me that a person who learns from mistakes is more valuable than a replacement employee.

Culture and Manners Institute at http://www.cultureandmanners.com/

Bilingual Outreach and Training Specialist

By Sara's Career Tips & Tools on May 11, 2012 11:15 AM

(part-time beginning June 1)
Will be responsible for assisting Program Manager; tasks include:

1. Provide ongoing training, technical assistance, establish and maintain rapport with Virginia birthing facilities, child support offices, social service agencies, local offices of the Department of Health, day care providers, and other stakeholders in the most populated Hispanic regions of Virginia (Northern VA, Northwestern VA, Central Virginia and other areas as requested);
2. Coordinate and administer specialized support for low performing hospitals;
3 .Identify additional targets for outreach efforts and deliver educational presentations to those target audiences;
4. Assist and participate in coordination of regional trainings and hospital recognition programs;
5. Develop and deliver outreach and marketing materials for hospital visits, trainings, conferences and community programs;
6. Create written materials to assist with quarterly newsletters, newspaper articles and other print materials for distribution and Web site viewing;
7. Prepare regular reports of outreach activities and statistical reports as required;
8. Assist the Quality Assurance/Technical Assistance Specialist with customer service calls from hospital staff and the general public.

Interested - apply through RamsRecruiting today!

You can find out more by logging into your RamsRecruiting account. Use our One-Click Searches for "New Opportunities Posted by VCU's RamsRecruiting". Then, if desired, you can Narrow Your Results feature on the left hand side of your search results.

Make sure that your resume has been approved before you apply for this position. You can do so by contacting your Career Consultant or by utilizing our walk-in hours:

·University Career Center Career Consultants by Major: http://www.students.vcu.edu/careers/meet_us/career_consultants.html

·Walk-in hours (Spring and Fall) are Tuesday through Thursday from 11 am to 1 pm.

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Don't have a RamsRecruiting account?

It is easy to get one! Stop by the Career Center in the University Student Commons (across from the Chick-Fil-A) and request an account or email us at mailto:careers@vcu.edu

Microbial Consulting/Environmental Microbiology Analyst

By Sara's Career Tips & Tools on May 11, 2012 11:13 AM

Description:
Midlothian area environmental laboratory is currently seeking a Microbiology Analyst for a full time position.

Education:  Minimum of a bachelors degree in microbiology, biology or environmental science.

Experience:  A basic knowledge of isolation and identification of fungi and bacteria. Previous experience in a microbiology laboratory with daily use of microscope preferred. Work with direct microscopic identification of mold (spore trap, tapes, swab samples) preferred.

Responsibilities:  Analysis of air (spore trap and agar plates), swab and bulk samples for fungi and bacteria. Perform quality control procedures. Participate in proficiency testing. Help with development of new testing procedures and protocols. Provide customer service to our clients by helping with proper collection of samples and help with interpretation of laboratory reports.

Interested - apply through RamsRecruiting today!

You can find out more by logging into your RamsRecruiting account. Use our One-Click Searches for "New Opportunities Posted by VCU's RamsRecruiting". Then, if desired, you can Narrow Your Results feature on the left hand side of your search results.

Make sure that your resume has been approved before you apply for this position. You can do so by contacting your Career Consultant or by utilizing our walk-in hours:

·University Career Center Career Consultants by Major: http://www.students.vcu.edu/careers/meet_us/career_consultants.html

·Walk-in hours (Spring and Fall) are Tuesday through Thursday from 11 am to 1 pm.

Don't have a RamsRecruiting account?

It is easy to get one! Stop by the Career Center in the University Student Commons (across from the Chick-Fil-A) and request an account or email us at mailto:careers@vcu.edu

Etiquette Tip of the Week: Only the Lonely

By Sara's Career Tips & Tools on May 8, 2012 2:42 PM

Here is the person I really don't get: the person dressed for business on the airplane or in the airport, playing Solitaire on a laptop or other computing device.

What a waste of time and battery power. Not to mention if you are spotted playing Solitaire or any other game by someone from your own company, someone from the organization you are about to meet with, or a representative from another organization with which you do business, you will look thick as a brick.

Feed your brain. If you are still on company time, read a business book, a literary classic, a magazine or a newspaper. Get some writing done or shut your eyes and recharge your own batteries. When on business, always project a professional image. You never know if the person sitting next to you will be your next big client, investor or employer.

The no-Solitaire rule also applies to those lunching at their desk.

Culture and Manners Institute at http://www.cultureandmanners.com/

Bi-Lingual (French) Customer Service Representative TEMP (Full-Time & Part-Time)

By Sara's Career Tips & Tools on May 8, 2012 8:11 AM

Essential responsibilities as follows:

Make collection calls to French-speaking customers
Provide phone support for customers and sales reps in Quebec
Create bilingual invoices using template
Translate e-mails and other documents as needed

Interested - apply through RamsRecruiting today!

You can find out more by logging into your RamsRecruiting account. Use our One-Click Searches for "New Opportunities Posted by VCU's RamsRecruiting". Then, if desired, you can Narrow Your Results feature on the left hand side of your search results.

Make sure that your resume has been approved before you apply for this position. You can do so by contacting your Career Consultant or by utilizing our walk-in hours:

·University Career Center Career Consultants by Major: http://www.students.vcu.edu/careers/meet_us/career_consultants.html

·Walk-in hours (Spring and Fall) are Tuesday through Thursday from 11 am to 1 pm.

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Don't have a RamsRecruiting account?

It is easy to get one! Stop by the Career Center in the University Student Commons (across from the Chick-Fil-A) and request an account or email us at mailto:careers@vcu.edu

Retail Intern Summer Position

By Sara's Career Tips & Tools on May 4, 2012 8:28 AM

Qualifications: This Internship Program is for rising college juniors and seniors and gives students an opportunity to experience and contribute to our overall success. Students must maintain a GPA of 2.50/4.00 or above and be currently enrolled and attending a four year university. The program offers competitive pay and will extend for 10 consecutive weeks; 40 hours per week.

PURPOSE OF POSITION: To provide an opportunity for learning and engagement in various functional areas within the Retail system. Position will serve in various capacities within each functional area which will allow for on-the-job training. The program allows for the opportunity to develop specialized knowledge, skills and operational experience for the intern while assisting the location in meeting its operations objectives.

Interested - apply through RamsRecruiting today!

You can find out more by logging into your RamsRecruiting account. Use our One-Click Searches for "New Opportunities Posted by VCU's RamsRecruiting". Then, if desired, you can Narrow Your Results feature on the left hand side of your search results.

Make sure that your resume has been approved before you apply for this position. You can do so by contacting your Career Consultant or by utilizing our walk-in hours:

·University Career Center Career Consultants by Major: http://www.students.vcu.edu/careers/meet_us/career_consultants.html

·Walk-in hours (Spring and Fall) are Tuesday through Thursday from 11 am to 1 pm.

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Don't have a RamsRecruiting account?

It is easy to get one! Stop by the Career Center in the University Student Commons (across from the Chick-Fil-A) and request an account or email us at mailto:careers@vcu.edu

Office of Multicultural Student Affairs - Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender (LGBT) Resources and Women's Services Graduate Assistant

By Sara's Career Tips & Tools on May 2, 2012 9:33 AM

POSITION:

The Graduate Assistant supports the Office of Multicultural Student Affairs (OMSA). This position will provide assistance for the LGBT student community and Women students, including programs and services that promote well-being and success for these students and that assist with a broader understanding and sensitivity within the University community. The Graduate Assistant will be asked to participate in staff meetings, trainings and projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Serve as a mentor and referral agent to LGBT and women students.
Assist the Queer Action student organization with programs, i.e. National Coming Out Week, etc.
Collaborate with the University Counseling Services' Safe Zone Program and Subcommittee on LGBT Issues of the University Equity and Diversity Committee.
Develop and implement two multicultural student programs each semester pertaining to LGBT and women's issues.
Facilitate a weekly student discussion group for LGBT students.
Maintain the community resource guide and appropriate LGBT and women books, magazines, and other resources for the office library.
Collaborate with queer and feminist student organizations at biweekly meetings at the Women's Studies Department
Assist student organizations and University departments (Voices for Planned Parenthood (VOX), Sexual Assault and dating Violence Education by Students (SAVES), The Wellness Resource Center, sororities, and others) with the implementation of LGBT and women's awareness events, i.e., National Eating Disorders Week (February 23 - March 1), Women's History Month (March) Domestic Violence Awareness Month (October), LGBT History Month (October) and Sexual Assault Awareness Month (April).
Facilitation and presentation skills are needed.
Represent OMSA at meetings and other functions (i.e., class presentations, conducting orientation, training and/or other presentations; University Open House) as needed.
Provide Residential Assistant Training and Dorm Floor Programming as needed.
Evening and weekend hours as needed.
Additional duties will be assigned as necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must be enrolled in graduate level courses at VCU full time (9 hrs or more), have experience in paraprofessional counseling or in counseling related program and/or work experience in LGBT related organizations, experience working directly with LGBT students and women, knowledge of student development, demonstrated commitment and experience working with culturally diverse student bodies, and can work some evenings per semester. Extensive knowledge on issues revolving around sexism/gender inequality, homophobia/heterosexism, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation is expected. Applicants must also provide evidence of effective leadership and communication skills, show the ability to handle various administrative details, customer service experience, public speaking skills, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel and Access, and experience in compiling, preparing and analyzing data for reports is preferred.

COMPENSATION: This is a 9-month Graduate Position with compensation of

$12-$15.00/hour. THIS IS NOT AN ASSISTANTSHIP POSITION - TUITION ASSISTANCE is NOT AVAILABLE! Position is renewable for one additional year, upon satisfactory performance and evaluation. A typical workweek is estimated at 20 hours per week.

ANTICIPATED START DATE: August 15, 2012 or possibly sooner.

CONTACT: If interested, please send resume and cover letter by June 13, 2012:

If sending email - please indicate - OMSA LGBT & Women's Services Grad Position in subject line for easier reference.

Office of Multicultural Student Affairs

Virginia Commonwealth University

P.O. Box 843080

Richmond, VA 23284

Email: omsa@vcu.edu

Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women, minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

For additional information about Virginia Commonwealth University, visit our Web site at www.vcu.edu.

Office of Multicultural Student Affairs - 3 Graduate Assistant Positions

By Sara's Career Tips & Tools on May 2, 2012 9:32 AM

POSITION:

The Graduate Assistant supports the Office of Multicultural Student Affairs (OMSA). This position will assist with advising student organizations, coordinate programs, motivate, lead, and learn how to foster and develop our students' co-curricular experiences. The Graduate Assistant will be asked to participate in staff meetings, trainings and projects. Facilitation and presentation skills are needed.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Advise multicultural student organizations advised by OMSA.
Attend assigned student organizations meetings/programs.
Coordinate Leadership Development programs and community outreach.
Assist with the planning and implementation of OMSA programs that includes but is not limited to: Cultural Cafe, Cultural Exploration, Cultural Excursion, Taste of Culture, Multicultural Speaker Series, Dollars and Sense Personal Finance Series, Book Club, Diversity Film Series, Brown Bag Luncheons, Discussion Groups, and any other OMSA event.
Develop and implement multicultural student programs each semester.
Represent OMSA at meetings and other functions (i.e., class presentations, conducting orientation, training and/or other presentations; University Open House) as needed.
Evening and weekend hours as needed.
Additional duties will be assigned as necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must be enrolled in graduate level courses at VCU full time (9 hrs or more), have a solid programming and major event planning background and experience working in a multicultural environment. Applicants must also provide evidence of effective leadership and communication skills, customer service experience, public speaking skills, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel and Access, and experience in compiling, preparing and analyzing data for reports is preferred.

COMPENSATION: This is a 9-month Graduate Position with compensation of $12-$15.00/hour. THIS IS NOT AN ASSISTANTSHIP POSITION - TUITION ASSISTANCE is NOT AVAILABLE! Position is renewable for one additional year, upon satisfactory performance and evaluation. A typical workweek is estimated at 20 hours per week.

AVAILABLE POSITIONS: Three positions (Please indicate if you have been awarded Work-Study.)

ANTICIPATED START DATE: August 15, 2012 or possibly sooner.

CONTACT: If interested, please send resume and cover letter by June 13, 2012 to:

If sending email - please indicate - OMSA Grad Position in subject line for easier reference.

Office of Multicultural Student Affairs

Virginia Commonwealth University

P.O. Box 843080

Richmond, VA 23284

Email: omsa@vcu.edu

Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women, minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

For additional information about Virginia Commonwealth University, visit our Web site at www.vcu.edu.

Etiquette Tip of the Week: A Stirring Issue

By Sara's Career Tips & Tools on May 1, 2012 4:04 PM

If you stir your iced tea with an iced tea spoon, the spoon stays in the glass while you drink the tea. To do this, trap the spoon against the side of the glass with your index finger, while you wrap your other fingers around the glass.

If there is a lemon wedge with your iced tea, you may squeeze it. A lemon slice is a garnish and it is just there to look pretty. Do not squeeze the lemon slice, nor grind nor pound it into the bottom of your glass with your ice tea spoon (no matter what kind of day you have had so far.) You may put either the wedge or slice in your tea or leave it out on a plate underneath your iced tea, a salad plate or dinner plate.

Culture and Manners Institute at http://www.cultureandmanners.com/