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Six Flags New England
Six Flags New England has many openings for the 2009 season. Positions include Admissions Host/Hostess, Costume Character, Food Services Host/Hostess, Lifeguard, Loss Prevention Field Agent, Park Services Host/Hostess, Marketing Research Host/Hostess, Security Officer Host/Hostess. For job descriptions and to apply for any of these positions please go to the Six Flags web site.

Wilbraham Parks & Recreation
Wilbraham Parks & Recreation Department has openings for Camp Counselors, Lifeguards, Concession Workers at Spec Pond and Concession Workers and Sport-O-Rama Director/Counselors at Fenway Golf in East Longmeadow. Must be reliable with good customer service skills. For more information and to obtain an application please contact Bryan Litz at the Wilbraham Parks & Recreation Department.

Camp Kingsmont
Camp Kingsmont, Amherst, MA has openings for the Summer 2009 season. Camp Kingsmont offers a perfect summer job for teachers and college students who want to make a meaningful difference in young lives. For more information and to complete an application, go to the Camp Kingsmont web site.

Upward Bound Program
Fitchburg State College has multiple positions open for dynamic, versatile and committed Counselor/Tutors for the summer residential program. The seven-week position includes one training week, and six weeks of 24 hr. supervision of 68 high school youth in a residential setting within an academic and recreational pre-college program. Applicants must have 45 college credit hours (minimum), GPA 2.8, strong leadership abilities, and tutoring abilities in Math/Science/English/Spanish a plus. Education, Math, Science and Human Service Majors are encouraged to apply. To apply send CL, R, T and 3LR to Director, Upward Bound Program, Fitchburg, State College, 160 Pearl St., Fitchburg, MA 01420-2697, Fax: 978-665-4086.

Goodrich
Goodrich, West Hartford, CT has summer jobs in Mechanical, Electrical, Electrical with Computer Engineering, and Computer Science. For more information contact Loris Epps at 782-1563 or email your R to Loris. To learn more go to the Goodrich web site.

FedEx Ground
FedEx Ground, Chicopee, MA is looking to hire Package Handlers for the summer and possibly longer. The starting salary is $9.00 - $9.50/hr working 15-20 hrs/wk. If you live in the area and are interested in this position, please apply in person at 140 Lonczak Drive, Chicopee, MA, Mon. - Fri., 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Program Supervisor
The Carson Center for Human Services, Inc., Westfield, MA has re-opened the search for a partial-year program supervisor to oversee summer internships for college students. Ability to work with diverse populations, good interpersonal and communication skills required. Send R and CL to The Carson Center, Attention HR, PO Box 219, Westfield, MA 01086 or email W Wright. Applicants will be considered until position is filled.

Camp Atwater
Camp Atwater is owned and operated by the Urban League of Springfield. The Camp seeks bright, talented young men and women who have an interest in developing youth, particularly African American youth. Since Atwater is a cultural, recreational, educational and leadership experience, we welcome students from a variety of disciplines. Key positions available include: Lifeguards, Tennis Instructor, Dance and/or Step Instructor, Performing Arts Instructors, Arts and Crafts Instructors, Computer Science Instructors, Senior Counselors, Boating instructors and Food Service and Grounds Staff. Applications may be submitted online through the Camp Atwater web site.

Massachusetts Turnpike Convenience Store
Gulf Oil is now accepting applications for summer help at our turnpike Convenience Store Locations. We provide a wonderful work environment; flexible schedules and competitive wages. To apply, please visit the Massachusetts Turnpike locations or call Amy on our recruiting hotline at 1-800-682-3013.

Westover Air Reserve Base
Westover Air Reserve Base, Chicopee, MA 01013 has open positions in their Summer Hire Program. Positions include: 1. Clerk (Vacancy ID # 248013) - primary duties are to perform routine, miscellaneous clerical work, receive telephone calls and visitors, and operate office machines such as office copying and fax machines. 2. Laborer (Vacancy ID # 246524) involves performing simple, manual tasks and the use of simple hand tools; lifts and carries light to medium weight packages, materials and tools; loads, unloads, moves and stacks materials, opens and unpacks cardboard cartons by hand and removes contents or uses hand trucks or dollies to move bulky, but light loads. 3. Office Automation Clerk (Vacancy ID # 248013)- This position includes word processing and requires knowledge of general office automation software, practices, and procedures, competitive level proficiency in typing (40 wpm) and ability to apply knowledge and skills in the performance of general office support work. 4. Recreation Aid (Vacancy ID # 246727) - these positions require practical knowledge of one or more recreational activities such as child care and youth center activities, senior citizens recreation activities, outdoor recreation activities, recreation craft centers and hobby shops, sports centers, music and theater centers. To apply for these positions go to USA Jobs and create an account and your resume; find the appropriate vacancy announcement; scroll to the bottom of the page and click on the "Apply Online" button. The expected start date for Summer 2009 is June 8 and not to exceed August 28. Most positions work from 7:30 a.m. - 4:15 p.m.

Town of Agawam
The Town of Agawam, MA is looking to hire seasonal laborers - highway and grounds, street maintenance, paving work, drainage repair, mowing, general grounds maintenance, raking, grounds repair work, care of athletic fields. Candidates must be at least 18 years old. Hours 7:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. DPW Seasonal Golf Course Work to start mid May - seasonal laborer positions needed, hours 6:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Experience with operating large mowers, string trimmers, utility vehicles and perform daily gold course set-up. Please apply to the Town of Agawam, Personnel Office, 36 Main St., Agawam, MA 01001.

Youth Corps Coordinator
The Trustees of Reservations has an opening for a Youth Corps Coordinator in Fall River, MA. The Youth Corps Coordinator works with the Regional Education Coordinator to provide training, supervision, and mentoring for 4-6 high school students during the summer. The ideal candidate would have experience working with and mentoring urban youth, at least two years of college in ecology, biology, education, urban studies, history or related field, strong background in natural history, youth development, or land management, must be at least 21 years of age and CPR and First Aid certification is highly desirable. Please submit CL and R to Linton Harrington.

Summer Teller Positions (Seasonal/Float)
Freedom Credit Union seeks college students to fill summer teller positions. Successful candidates must have prior cash handling experience, will enjoy working with the public and have excellent customer service/communication skills. The position is 37.5 hrs/wk. The salary is $10 - $11 per/hr. These positions are for returning students (not recent graduates). Qualified individuals may submit letter of application and resume to: Julia M. Beaudoin, Freedom Credit Union, Director of Human Resources, PO Box 3009, Springfield, MA 01101-3009 or email J Beaudoin.

Dragonfly Special Events
Dragonfly Special Events, a local party and tent rental company is looking for one or two local people to work full/part time, beginning May through October. Must be neat in appearance, a self-starter, able to follow detailed instructions and carry out and complete daily tasks. Must have own transportation. Work weeks vary, some weekday and most weekends and holidays required. Good starting pay. To apply call 413-525-2458 Mon. - Fri. between 3:00 and 5:00 p.m.

Public Health and Careers Instructor
The City of Springfield has an opening for a Public Health and Careers Instructor. The successful applicant will have a Bachelors Degree, teaching experience, knowledge of public health principles and practices, knowledge in public health careers and experience working with youth and staff of various cultures and linguistic backgrounds. The Public Health and Careers Instructor will be responsible for the development and implementation of a 4-week (7/6-7/31/09) Introduction to Public Health & Careers course/curriculum designed for high school students in a pre-health enrichment program - Recruitment and Educational Assistance for Careers in Health (REACH) of the Pioneer Valley Area Health Education Center. Interested candidates should submit CL and R via email to Brenda Evans.

Oral Health and Careers Instructor
The City of Springfield has an opening for a Oral Health and Careers Instructor. The successful applicant will have an Associates/Bachelors Degree, teaching experience, knowledge of oral health principles and practices, knowledge in oral health careers and experience working with youth and staff of various cultures and linguistic backgrounds. The Oral Health and Careers Instructor will be responsible for the development and implementation of a 4-week (7/6-7/31/09) Introduction to Oral Health & Careers course/curriculum designed for high school students in a pre-health enrichment program - Recruitment and Educational Assistance for Careers in Health (REACH) of the Pioneer Valley Area Health Education Center. Interested candidates should submit CL and R via email to Brenda Evans.

Academic Enrichment Instructor
The City of Springfield has openings for two Academic Enrichment Instructors who will be responsible for the delivery of a 4-week (7/6-7/31/09) summer curriculum for high school students participating in a pre-health enrichment program (REACH). The applicant must have a Bachelors Degree, Masters preferred; teaching experience in Math and/or Science; must have knowledge about allied health careers and experience working effectively with students and staff of various cultures and linguistic backgrounds. Interested candidates should submit CL and R via email to Brenda Evans.

Lifeguards
Georgetown Condos, Springfield, MA is looking for certified Lifeguards from May 25 - September 7, 2009. Call for an appointment 413-737-3528 weekdays between
9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Holyoke Youth Conservation Corps Supervision
The Trustees of Reservations/Holyoke Youth Conservation Corps is a work and educational experience for Holyoke youth during the summer, focusing on the care and management of natural areas, the development of cooperation and leadership skills, and education about the natural and cultural resources of Holyoke and the surrounding area. The HYCC Supervisor is a member of The Trustees Pioneer Valley Regional Staff and has the responsibility for the on-the-ground management of the HYCC program and the oversight of the HYCC members. This seasonal position is from June 15 - Aug. 21, 2009. For further information or to apply, contact or send R, CL and 3LR to Josh Knox, CTRVU Superintendent, The Trustees of Reservations, 80 Race Street, Holyoke, MA 01040 or email J Knox.

Seasonal Weekend Warehouse Worker
Yankee Candle Company, South Deerfield, MA has an opening for a Weekend Warehouse Worker. Flexibility in work schedule is required including the ability to work extended hours. Applicant must have demonstrated strong attention to detail, ability to read and write in the English language, familiarity with computers and prior warehousing experience preferred. Email R to BBean or telephone 413-665-8306 x 2087.

Seasonal Warehouse Worker 1st and 2nd Shift
Yankee Candle Company, South Deerfield, MA seeks Seasonal Warehouse Workers for the 1st and 2nd shifts. The hours are Mon. - Fri. 6:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. or Mon. - Fri. 2:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Prior warehousing experience strongly preferred. Duties include but are not limited to: Operating electric and motorized material handling equipment in a safe, accurate and efficient manner; loading and unloading trailers; taking inventory; documenting and invoicing orders and product movement; using RF scanning equipment; retrieving and stocking materials and product; counting, comparing, checking and inspecting quantities of materials and product; and similar duties in support of the order fulfillment and distribution of company goods in the YCM warehouse. Email R to BBean or telephone 413-665-8306 x 2087.

Seasonal Warehouse Worker 3rd Shift
Yankee Candle Company, South Deerfield, MA is looking for Seasonal Warehouse Workers for the 3rd Shift ( Sun. - Thurs. 10:00 p.m. - 6:00 a.m.). The applicant must have demonstrated arithmetic skills. Prior warehouse experience strongly preferred and experience using RF scanning equipment a definite plus. Email R to BBean or telephone 413-665-8306 x 2087.

Seasonal Weekend Order Processor/Packer/Picker
Yankee Candle Company, South Deerfield, MA has openings in the Order Fulfillment Department. The Order Fulfillment Department uses their Standard Operating Procedures to ensure accurate order fulfillment processing while maintaining a safe, healthy and productive work environment. Responsibilities include: Order Picking, Auditing, Ticketing, Checking and Packing of standard orders. Previous distribution, and/or warehouse experience is strongly preferred. Must have the ability to read and write in the English language; must be able to perform basic math skills with attention to detail and experience using electronic scanning equipment is helpful. The hours are Sat. and/or Sun. 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Email R to BBean or telephone 413-665-8306 x 2087.

Machine Operators
Avery Dennison, Chicopee, MA has positions available for 2nd and 3rd shift machine operators. You must be flexible and adaptable in a manufacturing environment. Must have reliable and dependable transportation. Machine operation experience a plus but not necessary - will train. Apply on the Adecco web site or call 413-593-3963 x 6114 ask for Katie, Dave or Gail.

Seasonal Laborers
Petricca Industries, Pittsfield, Ma has positions available for seasonal laborers. Seeking candidates with experience in carpentry, bridge building, concrete formwork and blueprint reading. Travel is required in Berkshire and Hampden Counties. Please email R to Judy Condron.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Key to Application Procedures & Qualifications

L- Letter of Application
LR- Letters of Recommendation
A- Application
NR- Name, Address, Phone # of References
R-Resume
T-Transcript
V-Vitae
CL-Cover Letter

Each listing is a brief summary of the complete job vacancy announcement given to us by the employer. Please visit Chris in the CareerCenter to obtain the complete job announcement, including specific application requirements, further applications and position responsibilities.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NEWSLETTER #43, August 10, 2009