How do I go about finding a good job as a paralegal in the fort worth area?
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Get your resume in with legal recruiters.  Check out www.rwr.com for one in particular.  They contacted me for a national search, but they are located in your area.
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I apologize for not knowing more about the Dallas/Ft Worth area hiring situation.  However, I do know that one good way to network is to apply to districts that she might like to work in as a substitute teacher as well as having submitted her regular application.  Substituting is hard work, but it would give her a chance to network and let her skills be known by those who may have an influence.  This is especially true if she accepts a long term substitute position for someone who is out on maternity leave or sabbatical.  Good luck.
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Just walk into various places that you go to and ask if theyre hiring. If they are, ask them for an application.
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I too am will be looking for a federal job once I graduate school. I suggest the first thing you do is decide with what agency you want to work with. There's ATF, FBI, DEA, ICE, and more. But go to www.usajobs.gov. An agent from the DEA gave me the website when he came and spoke to my law class. Good luck!
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Two great online sites you can use are:\n\nhttp://www.monster.com/\n\nOr;\n\nhttp://www.hotjobs.yahoo.com\n\nOr;\n\nhttp://www.careerbuilder.com/Default.aspx\n\nCareerbuilder and Monster are the most popular online job search sites for both employees and employers.\n\nOther than those check the work needed section of the paper, or some of the green sheets that many stores have available. However I would consider Monster or Careerbuilder, they can probably help you in your search and even screen poor applications out.\n\nGood Luck in your search for a couple of good employees!
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Check out www.craigslist.com for job listings in the Dallas area. They have some really good opportunities that are not widely known.
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Try posting it on www.tampa.craigslist.org  Also call up some businesses from the yellow pages and call them to find out if you can fax over your resume and to who's attention. Then call that person in 3-4 days. If they don't have an opening, ask them who does. Also try https://jobs.myflorida.com/index.html
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go to a website like Careerbuilder.com, Monster.com, Yahoojobs.com, hotjobs.com, or just go places and look for help wanted signs, read your paper for listings...ask friends if they know anyone that is hiring
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As with any job-seeking venture, you must do more than just fax a resume and expect a response. As unattractive as it seems, sometimes you must do everything but badger a prospective employer. This lets him/her know that you are not only willing to do the job, but you want the job -- especially if it involves relocation to another state. Before you even give you landlord notice, be sure you have a job lined up in the new city. This means for at least two months in advance of moving you should have created an honest, thorough and well-written resume. If you embelish and can't at least be a quick-learner when the time comes to prove your skills, you could wind up broke and possibly homeless in a new city. Once your resume is its best, look for companies in the new city that both best suit your relocation/employment needs and will benefit from your expertise. In line with this, you also have to look at housing situations in the the new city. While it's ideal to find somewhere close to the new job, sometimes that luxury is not available. And, if Florida is your new destination, you may want to consider the recent weather and economic situations in that state. Not suggesting you reconsider moving, just prepare yourself for the worst-possible scenario. Once you've narrowed your job search to several employers (this is assuming you've concurrently looked at housing prices, amenities, etc.), prepare to make a preliminary visit for an interview. You will have to have enough time and money at your disposal to visit each of the prospective employers, as well as enough to stay in town and look at apartments, houses, shopping conveniences, etc. However, your first step is being applicant-ready. Besides looking good, your resume (and application) must reflect that you are a dependable employee and that you are completely certain about relocation. But, avoid appearing as if you will move from town to town at the drop of a hat. That's an immediate turn-off. And, remember, call them after you've faxed them. Continue to maintain frequent contact with them before and after you have faxed your resume and/or met in person. This keeps your name on the tips of their tongues and works in your favor. Be sure, though, that during the interview process, you get an idea whether or not the employer will pay for your relocation. Some do; some don't. Wait until you get the job to ask outright, but you can always tread the water during an interview to get an understanding of what moving expenses you will incur. One way this is used is when applying for an out-of-state affiliate/office of the company where you currently work. This takes the hassle out of filling out new 401(k), insurance and other paperwork, since, essentially, it's the same company. If you get the job, make sure to let them know when you can start. Give yourself enough time to settle matters (financial and other) in your current home state to make your relocation go as smoothly as possible. Once you have the job, get an apartment or living situation established before you move. You will have to budget your funds, giving yourself wiggle room, before you even start your car -- or the rental van. Without preparation, you will be begging for problems.
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Dear Fery,\nNow that the job market is finally looking up, it's the perfect time to seek out new opportunities. This spring you need to shake off that "lucky I even have a job" mentality, polish up your resume, and explore your career options! There are fun, flexible, fantastic jobs out there just waiting for someone like you!\nNow, get out there and pound the pavement. Beat on some doors until you latch onto that incredible dream job you always wanted! \n(I heard the Texarkana area is a great place to promote tourism?)\n-Justin
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i'm going to school right now for paralegal. you will be involved in cases, know the law, and be the attorney's right hand person. make sure you get an associates' degree rather than a certificate.....more job options for you. this career will give you plenty of opportunity for growth. good luck!!!
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The State of Florida has the Florida Employment Guide avaliable online - http://www.stateofflorida.com/Portal/DesktopDefault.aspx?tabid=10\n\nHope this helps!
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In Washington D.C., a good paralegal earns as much as an associate attorney, and there is a demand for them there.\n\nI work in the legal profession, and an attorney colleague of mine told me this about eight months ago.  Good luck!
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Find your Employment Office website and begin searching the jobs within your local area daily.\n\nFind your State's Job Bank and also search and apply for State job openings.\n\nFor Federal Job Openings http://www.usajobs.opm.gov/\n\nHotJobs listing http://hotjobs.yahoo.com/\n\nMonster.com http://www.monster.com/\n\nThose are all online ways of searching daily for a job.\n\nAlso, go in person to your local employment office and discuss your other options. \n\nIf you are in college, search for internship opportunities or work/study programs.\n\nCheck into Volunteer opportunities. Many companies may use volunteers to start out with and then hire the most qualified ones.\n\nTemp to Perm Agencies...look in the phone book and find one near you. They will test your skills and help place you in positions on a temp basis. Many companies use temp to perm agencies to evaluate employees prior to hiring on a permanent basis and some companies, this is the only way of being hired.\n\nMany companies have employment information on their website. As you are surfing the net, click on these links to see what they offer. Many times you can apply by submitting an online application.\n\nNetwork. Talk to people. Let everyone and anyone know that you are looking for work and if they see something to let you know. Sometimes you can be the first to hear about a position before it's advertised.\n\nContact the Human Resource and Personnel Offices of major business' in your area. Hospitals, Manufacturing plants, Resorts, and etc. All of the big ones have personnel departments.\n\nKeep your resume with you at all times. Have printed copies in your car. Have a folder with all your references and employment information handy so that when you do go about your normal day, if you enter a business where you might want to work, you can ask for an application. If they aren't hiring right now, someday they will be. Just ask them to keep it on file until an opening is available. Then if you hear about an opening later on, call them to touch base. This will put your application or resume on the top of the pile again.\n\nKey thing is to be consistent. Every day, set time aside to look for work. Either online or in person. Keep at it until you get some interviews. That is what I'm doing and although I don't have a job yet...I do have an interview on Wednesday.\n\nGood Luck!
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Go to this website and search and it will tell you if they are hiring in Arlington, Texas if you are looking for a professional job:\n"http://www.gm.com/company/careers/job/professional.html"
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When I lived in Memphis, a lot of the casinos hired paralegals.  Check the Sunday Commercial Appeal or www.commercialappeal.com.  Good luck!
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Rather than going for what your good at, consider going for something that will provide a living for you that you could enjoy.\n\nIt has been said, “If you find a job you love to do, you will not have to work another day in your life.”  Get a book like “What Color is Your Parachute” and do the formula in the back to see what might be a good fit.\n\nThen find out what need there is in the market place for the skills and definition of a job you could love.\n\nThen find a institution that can best get you trained for the market place. Remember, you will be changing careers in your life time. What will enable you to continue to grow as a person. You may want or need to transfer credits for an advance degree in the future. \n\nDon't limit your self now.\n\nWho knows, some classes if your very knowledgeable in them, you may be able to challenge them, saving money, time, and get into the market sooner.