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Welcome to the August edition of the Alumni Career Newsletter!
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Employer Perspective
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Word Choices during Interview
By Jillian Gibboney '11M
Everyone can list basic job descriptions and emphasize various accomplishments. What employers want to hear is how you present information about yourself and experiences. It is a matter of word choices, including selected information, and overall approach that makes for a successful interview. The words you chose during an interview can help hook the attention of a prospective employer. It is important to use examples about how you took action when you saw an issue that needed to be fixed or how you resolved a conflict with a supervisor. Instead of using phrases such as "team player" or "hard worker" use actual stories. Additionally, phrases such as "highly qualified" and "people person" do not give employers the information they are looking for. Employers want to hear concrete examples and by doing so, it will allow you to highlight the skills they are seeking. It is impressive when they hear specific experiences rather than a short phrase. Employers remember stories and examples. Practice using your experiences in place of phrases during interviews.
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| Highlighted Job Postings |
These companies are looking to hire SHIP alumni. You can find out more about these opportunities as well as other opportunities on Ship Career Connection.
Learn how to access SHIP Career Connection at
http://www.ship.edu/Alumni/ACES/Job_Postings/
Temporary Multi-Media Communications Assistant, Shippensburg University
Reports to Director for Marketing and Publications and assists in meeting the university communication and marketing needs. Assists with the development and execution of a monthly social media plan including research and photo collection. Monitors university social media including Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Assists with news release research, writing, and distribution. Writes and prepares for print the bi-weekly internal newsletter to faculty and staff. Coordinates university student video interviews including scheduling photos and interviews, conducting interviews, editing videos, and posting videos to the university You Tube channel. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism or related field preferred. Knowledge of and experience with Adobe Creative Cloud. Apply at www.ship.edu
Multiple Positions at EASi
The following are all permanent positions with EASi, an engineering solutions company that provides resources on-site, near-site, and off-shore. These current openings with EASi are working on-site with a leading, global manufacturer.
TACTICAL BUYER -
Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Supply Chain, Manufacturing or related field. Responsible for ensuring on-time delivery and communications between suppliers and manufacturing.
STRATEGIC BUYER -
Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Supply Chain, Manufacturing or related field AND Internship or related work experience. Responsible for the procurement of goods and services from a class or family of suppliers in direct support of manufacturing operations, and strategic metrics. Primary contact with suppliers in the areas of supplier performance, engineering change implementation, flow of material, inventory control, and disposition of non-conforming goods on a given commodity team.
Send resume/cover letter to Danielle Roxby, Recruiter at
[email protected]
Member Recruitment, Harrisburg Area Chamber of Commerce and CREDC
Recruitment of new members and retention of existing members is a critical function at the Harrisburg Regional Chamber & CREDC. The Membership Services Manager is a position of considerable responsibility within the organization and one that requires a self-motivated and goal-orientated person. An understanding of the regional business community and the ability to communicate articulately the mission of the Chamber & CREDC and the advantages of membership is a must.
Responsibilities- Sells Chamber & CREDC memberships using proven sales strategies and a defined plan of action for prospecting, follow-up and closing. Documents all contacts with prospective members in Weblink - the Chamber & CREDC's membership database. Develops and updates membership marketing materials in partnership with VP of Chamber Operations and Director of Communications and Outreach. Attends community based events regularly for the purpose of networking and gaining membership leads. Coordinates with Customer Service Manager to insure all new member profiles are correctly entered into Weblink and billing information is accurate based on the membership level selected. Oversees the new member engagement process and insures appropriate staff outreach is made in accordance with the schedule. Develops and implement strategies for member retention in cooperation with the VP of Chamber Operations and the President & CEO. Monitors the past due membership dues reports; coordinates an outreach plan for collecting delinquent membership dues and involves staff as appropriate. Serves as a customer service contact for membership to solve issues and problems within the organization and in the larger business community as they arise. Creates the monthly membership report for staff, committees, and Board of Directors meetings. Assists at Chamber and CREDC events including Business After Hours, Leads Over Lunch and other events as assigned.
Qualifications- Sales or Business Development experience is required. Previous experience in B2B sales, chamber of commerce, association work or a related field is desirable. Ideally, the candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in direct sales, sales management, or nonprofit development. Strong candidates will have experience with customer service, cold calling, prospecting, meeting sales goals, and lead generation. This position requires exceptional people skills, self-management and initiative, an outgoing personality, high energy, team spirit and creativity. A four-year college degree is required.
Please email or mail your resume, cover letter and references to
[email protected] - Harrisburg Regional Chamber & CREDC, Attn: Patricia Bucek, 3211 N. Front St. Suite 201, Harrisburg, PA 17110.
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Interviewing
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Have an interview coming up? Not sure how to answer certain questions or need examples of questions that might be asked? Contact alumni at
[email protected] for assistance.
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Upcoming in September
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Watch for the September edition of the alumni career newsletter for all of the fall and spring dates for career events for alumni.
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University Relations
Shippensburg University Alumni Association
717-477-1218
717-477-4071 (Fax)
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