Veterans Among Several Work Groups Facing Unique Challenges When it Comes to Employment

While the national unemployment rate remained unchanged last month, several sectors of the labor market did not fare as well, including veterans, persons with disabilities, minorities and young adults. This month we take a look at each of these groups, looking at jobless stats for each as well as opportunities. We begin with veterans.  Continue reading

Labor Department Capitalizes on Mobile Apps to Make Job Search Easier

Labor Department Capitalizes on Mobile Apps to Make Job Search Easier
Taking its cue from the widespread adoption of mobile Apps, the U.S Department of Labor announced the launch of five new Applications that can be used to access jobs and information through its CareerOneStop Website. Using mobile Apps via smartphones, tablets such as iPads®, and other mobile devices can now leverage these DOL App downloads to conduct the following jobs-related searches: Continue reading

USAA Financial Services Career Fair

USAA is looking to hire top talent for their Addison, Texas location. Meet members of their management team who are looking to hire financial professionals ready to make their mark with a great place, for great people, to do great work. They are currently seeking talented individuals with the following qualifications:

- FINRA Licenses 7, 63

- Experience selling investment and insurance products

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Working after Retirement – Reinvent Your Career

After decades of hard work, retirement may be a welcome respite from the day-to-day grind of the 9 to 5 routine. However, for some, not having a full plate of interesting activities may come as an unwelcome feeling after the wave of relief slowly fades during the first few months of retirement. Work, as contradictory as it may sound, suddenly seems like a good alternative. Here are some options you may want to consider. Continue reading