Employment Opportunities in the Surrounding Area


Assistant Manager, Giftworks (POSTED 6/2010)
Giftworks is looking for an Assistant Manager to oversee daily operations. A gift basket company located in Cornwall-on-Hudson, just five miles north of West Point, Giftworks began as a cadet care package company more than twenty years ago. Owned by a military wife and having numerous ties to the academy, it has expanded its services to meet the needs of the local business community.

Tasks of the Assistant Manager include planning, marketing, order processing, customer service. The ideal candidate will possess:
• Solid organizational skills with the ability to plan, organize, and prioritize workload.
• Friendly demeanor and customer service experience
• Strong computer background with experience in Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher, Internet, Email, photo editing software, database maintenance
• Basic understanding of digital photography

Normal schedule is M-F, 9:45-5:00, with occasional weekend hours.
Starting pay is $10-$12, commensurate with experience.

If you possess the above qualities, and you are interested in joining a unique, fun business, reply to Giftworks by email or phone 845-534-0506.



Staff Recruter (POSTED 3/2010)
Orange County AHRC is a $30 million-a-year network of schools, group homes and other programs.  We serve over 1,700 children and adults with developmental disabilities.  We are seeking a talented individual who will be responsible for sourcing and screening candidates for non-exempt and exempt level positions with a focus on direct support positions.  This position will also be responsible for collaborating with teams on recruitment strategies, creating tools and systems, and developing an effective pipeline of key talent.  This position reports to the Director of HR.

This professional must have demonstrated knowledge of EEO, Affirmative Action and legal implications surrounding all recruitment, selection, and hiring activities, as well as current and innovative recruiting techniques .  Organized, superior written and verbal communication skills, PC skills.  BS or BA preferred with minimum 2 years of professional recruiting experience in an HR department or search firm.  Previous experience in direct support recruiting desired.

Orange County AHRC is committed to creating an environment that supports and advocates for people of all ages with unique abilities and challenges to they can live as respected, valued members of the community.  We offer competitive benefits and a supportive work environment.  Please submit cover letter and resume, including salary history and requirements to hr@orangeahrc.org, or fax 845-565-9406, or mail 249 Broadway, Newburgh, NY 12550.  EEO/M/F/D/V.



Advertising Account Executive (POSTED 3/2010)
Great Opportunity! Top advertising agency in New Jersey seeks an Account Executive to knock on doors all day long. The potential to earn a substantial income & commission is available to a young, disciplined, aggressive, energetic & personable individual who can turn leads into clients. You must possess the ability to aggressively pursue prospects, develop new accounts & generate new revenues. Previous sales experience is preferred but not required. Send resume to: jobs@giovatto.com.



Occupations Inc. and Family Empowerment
Locations all throughout New Windsor, Newburgh, Monroe, etc. To view a list of current job openings please click on the following links: www.familyempowerment.org and www.occupations.org . 



BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT EXECUTIVE RECRUITER
Academy Associates is an Executive Recruiting and Consulting firm that is owned and operated 
by Service Academy Graduates and other former military officers.
The President is looking for a "stay-at-home" spouse interested in assisting us in identifying new business development opportunities. 
Position Title: Location: Home Base Location
Compensation: Commission + Expenses
Responsibilities
(1) Researching Company & Contact Information (Internet)
(2) Contacting Companies (email or phone or mail)
(3) Providing business lead information to the President for his follow up
Qualifications:
High energy and dynamic individual
Home Office & Internet
Excellent phone voice
Excellent Internet Skills
Must be able to devote 4+ hours daily
Compensation: Commission structure to be discussed with candidate
To Apply: Please send resume & email to Ken Williams, President, at KenWilliams@Academy-Associates.com For additional information visit www.Academy-Associates.net or call (203) 798-6029. 


Looking for a job with the Air National Guard? For more information, visit their website at www.GoANG.com. 

Job Vacancies at State University of NY (SUNY) at New Paltz, please visit their website at www.newpaltz.edu/hr.

For career opportunities in Transportation Retailing (mostly at airports in NYC) please visit www.Hudsongroup.com.

Job Vacancies in the Unified Court System, State of New York, Ninth Judicial District – for a complete list of current vacancies, please go to www.courts.state.ny.us and click careers, then click on current opportunities, then jobs by county, and then # 9 Judicial District.

Other Employment Related Information

New York State Department of Labor (NYDOL)
You may be eligible for unemployment.  If you are a military spouse who had to quit your job to follow a military member on a PCS move to West Point , you may be eligible to collect unemployment benefits. If you are arriving here from another state, you can contact the NYDOL at 845 568-5373..  Be sure to have a copy of the military members’ PCS orders. When you leave West Point for another duty location, if you have worked in NY State and move as a result of the military members PCS, you will probably be eligible to receive benefits from New York State , although each situation is handled on a case by case basis. To contact New York State Dept. of Labors local Unemployment Office in Newburgh , call (845 )568-5373.     The toll free number to file an unemployment claim in New York State is 1-888-209-8124.  Note:  Spouses may also be eligible for unemployment if they quit their jobs due to the retirement and relocation of the military sponsor.  

For a listing of current NYS civil service exams Click here .

Recruitment/Personnel Agencies

Remedy Intelligent Staffing is a leader in delivering staffing services and innovative workforce technology solutions in a variety of industries.  If you are seeking employment, Remedy's holistic approach to temporary, temp-to-hire and direct hire staffing will make it easier for you to achieve your goals.  There are more than 238 offices throughout North America .  Remedy's commitment to consistently exceed the industry's highest standards has earned them the reward of currently servicing more than 11,000 clients- many of them Fortune 500 companies. If you are interested and have a background/education/experience  in Accounting and Finance, Human Resources, Executive Assistants, Administrative Assistants, Receptionists, Word Processing, Spreadsheet and Data Base, please visit Remedy's website at http://www.remedystaff.com/ or begin the application process at http://appentryremedystaff.com/forms/logon.aspx . 

Local Personnel Agencies (Temporary and Permanent Assignments)

Knapp Consultants, Inc.
Belle Knapp-Rainey
276 Route 17K, Newburgh, NY   12550
Phone (845) 564-2348
Knapp Consultants

The Hobart West Group
Brandy Holmbert
356 Meadow Hill Plaza, Newburgh, NY 12550
(845) 566-4390
Hobart West

The Premier Group  (Hire administrative contract positions for KACH)
245 Main Street , 5th Fl., White Plains , NY   10601
(914) 428-5547

Adecco - A Partner in Army Spouse Employment
754 Broadway, Newburgh , New York   12550
(845) 562-7448
Adecco

Build Your Skills

The Career Center of Orange County at NYDOL offers MS Word/Basic Computer Instruction classes. If you are interested, contact the Career Center at (845) 568-5090 for more information. Classes are by appointment only.

Free monthly Personal Care Aide and Home Health Aide Trainings offered through New York State Health Workforce retraining Initiative Grant. Must be at least 18 years of age and have prior work experience in health care setting functioning in any job capacity. Priority given to laid off health care workers, those looking to re-enter the healthcare field, and those looking to enhance care giving skills. Upon completion of training, assistance will be provided towards job placement. Training offered by Saint Francis Home Care Services, Inc. Call (845)453-5000 ext. 13796, Fax 845-483-5053. Email homecarejobs@sfhhc.org. 

Looking for Work in the Private Sector/Off Post?

Social Service Agencies in the Hudson Valley-   for a comprehensive listing of agencies (and their addresses) providing a variety of social services in the Hudson Valley Click here .

Teaching in NY State

If you are interested in a teaching position in NY State some of the local school districts are the following (all area codes are 845):

If you are interested in employment at a local hospital and would like information and some basic facts about the hospital, you may access it through http://www.ahd.com/.  Once you are in the site, select FREE SERVICES and then NY state.  You may select any hospital.  The following is a list of hospitals within the commuting area:

Military Spouse Career Center http://www.military.com/spouse is a comprehensive site for military spouses.

Army Spouse Employment Partnership (ASEP) - Interested in more information about who the Employment Readiness Program is partnering with to help spouses achieve their career/employment goals?  Click on http://www.myarmylifetoo.com/

Self Employment/Franchise - If you are interested in starting your own business, The Small Business Development Center and the Small Business Admin. provide free assistance to individuals starting up a business.  You can access the Small Business Development Ctr. by contacting Pat LaSusa at 845 687-0768.  For information on the Small Business Administration's web site Click here

Local Colleges
Contact the  Army Education Center for the names of the local colleges that offer undergraduate and graduate degree programs on Post.  Other local institutions are as follows:
Orange County Community College
SUNY Rockland County
Marist College
Purchase College
SUNY New Paltz
Vasar College
Bard College
Pace University

Are you a military spouse seeking either information about scholarships or translation of your foreign college transcripts.  Check out Military Once Source for help 24/7 Click here

FMWR facilities are for eligible personnel only.
Active duty and retired military personnel, Air National Guard and Reserve personnel, family members of the above, DoD and retired civilian employees, and cadets are eligible to use FMWR facilities. Proper identification may be requested by staff.