ATEC gears up for Sept 19thThe last group of learners just graduated from the Work Readiness program with many of them already working after successful job practicums.

ATEC gears up for a new session that starts September 19th. Linda Fritz the Essential Skills Coordinator, has been working at break neck speeds reviewing, tweaking and adding new material for her training sessions. Linda says she is preparing new material that will be suitable for people looking for employment with CN Rail and Horizon North, not to mention other tools needed for the employment sectors in Kamloops.

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Georgina lands new job at ATEC

After graduating from the Work Readiness program at ATEC, Georgina now prepares for work daily at the ATEC office. As part of the team Georgina is keeping busy as an office administration support person. Georgina is from Hazelton in Gitksan territory. She is the first child to Rupert and Stella Jeffrey and sister to her two younger brothers. Georgina moved to Kamloops in 1994 and is raising to children of her own. “Both of my children display a lot of determination and have really grown into their own” she says with pride as she talks about their personalities. When Georgina is away from work she often spends her time reading the latest John Grisham novel or spending family time camping at Tranquille Creek. Georgina hopes to put her talents to use working as a community & school support worker. “Being part of the Work Readiness program helped me identify the essential skills I need to pursue my occupation. Serving as a support worker certainly has a wide range

of options for me to explore” says a beaming Georgina. Team members around the ATEC office are often heard commenting that Georgina is a great addition to the office. She is open to learn new things and she is friendly and fun to be around.

Georgina Jeffrey - will be dusting off her books as summer comes to a close

Conductor Jobs at CN RailConductors are responsible for safe operations of trains and moving cars in a safe and timely manner that responds to the customers’ needs.

They are also responsible for tasks such as:• Building trains according to rules and client• Switching and inspection of cars• Working within company operating rules and safety procedures• Knowing their territories Other Job Requirements include:• Good teamwork skills• Some public relations skill, for example waving to people by

tracks• Being physically fit for the job

• Knowing signals or referring to the signals book for correct information

• Good reading skills• Technology and computer skills that apply to job• Ability to correctly analyze a situation and respond appropriately• Working shifts, sometimes away from home in excess of 24 hours

For more information on qualifications and how to apply contact the ATEC office at 250-554-4556

Andrea is receiving praise from Rochelle at recent grad ceremonies

Camp & Catering Job Positions

Guidelines for applying to Horizon North Camps & Catering:• Include a cover letter that states your name, phone number and full address.• Send cover letters and resumes to Aboriginal Training & Employment Centre

and include all supporting documents that may apply such as First Aid, Food Safe, WHMIS tickets, etc.• Only selected candidates will be contacted.

Horizon North Camps & Catering Positions: • Managers• Chefs• Head Cooks• 2nd Cooks• Breakfast Cooks• Bakers• Sandwich Makers• Housekeepers• General Helpers• Clerks

Aboriginal applicants, please submit Cover Letters and Resumes by appointment to:

Aboriginal Training and Employment Centre 144 Briar Ave. Kamloops BC V2B 1C1

To book an appointment, please call (250) 554-4556.

Aboriginal Training & Employment Centre will be assisting the initial recruitment for Aboriginal people wanting employment at Mica project north of Revelstoke. Please provide your cover letter and resume as soon as possible.

Employment OpportunityThe New Mica Dam Construction Camp

140 km north of Revelstoke, BC

Jenna  Charlton  Aug  9,  2011    www.workopolis.comI was recently having coffee with a friend who was in the process of hiring. He was telling me about resumes he’d reviewed.  It was interesting to hear someone discuss the hiring process from the other side – I’ve always been on the applying end. This was his first hiring experience and he seemed amazed at the resumes that had piled up on his desk, and not always in a good way. Some rather interesting resumes included attached photos of friends and family, irrelevant information such as their sexual preference and declarations that should go without saying, like: "I like to work hard; or I like to try to do a good job". These statements should be evident from your past experience. Your resume should highlight your achievements, so there is no need to blatantly tell someone you work hard and try to do good work.While it’s terrific to switch careers, or move to a position that requires less responsibility, be prepared to explain yourself. It might be worth acknowledging this in your cover letter and briefly provide some reasons. You want people to ask questions for the right reasons. Answer any questions in your cover letter that might be red flags to a prospective employer, and make them want to know more about you – in person.Here are few other items to leave off the resume:1. Social Insurance Number (SIN):  Perhaps this is an obvious exclusion, but it does happen. Your SIN is the key to all of your personal information. When sending out your resume you never know who might receive a copy.2. Physical descriptions: Your resume isn't a classified ad. No one reading your CV needs to know what you look like. Your experience should be judged on its own merits. 3. Jobs that you held a decade ago - or that have no relevance to the position you're applying for. 4. Spelling and grammar mistakes: Probably another obvious point, but it’s truly amazing how many resumes are sent out that clearly haven’t been spell checked. A spelling mistake

may take your resume from the top of the pile straight to the trashcan. 5. "References available upon request." - It's assumed that you will provide references when a

potential employer requests them, so this statement isn't necessary on your resume.

What not to include in your resume

Interior Indian Friendship SocietyCultural Education Coordinator

POSITION: Cultural Education CoordinatorSUPERVISOR: Christopher Phillips, Executive DirectorMAIN FUNCTIONS:To produce culturally relevant programs, services and resources for First Nations/Aboriginal Students of School District #73 and to enhance First Nations students success in schoolDuties:

• To promote the Interior Indian Friendship Society Cultural Education programs in School District #73. Ensure communication with Principals, First Nations Education Workers, Counselors, School District #73 Support Staff and First Nations student

• To participate on School District # 73 First Nations project committees e.g. First Nations Grad, Aboriginal Day and cultural events held at District schools

• To attend District First Nations Advisory Committee meetings as the Interior Indian Friendship Society (IIFS) representative

• To assist with and participate in District-wide cultural awareness activities• To provide cultural education support to the Four Directions Storefront School; the

type of support will be determined by the stakeholders in the Program, the Program administration and the IIFS staff

• To assist in developing and implementing goals and objectives of the First Nations Education Council Strategic Plan

• To work in conjunction with the District Principal of Aboriginal Education and the Administrator of the First Nations Education Council and implement cultural education programs that complement and support the school curriculum and meet the needs of the students

• To actively participate on the District First Nations Cultural Resource TeamActivities: Including but not limited to:

• Cultural crafts• Story telling• Cultural teachings• Tee Pee setup displays

Administrative Duties:• Monthly and quarterly reports submitted to the Executive Director• Documentation / Filing• Attend all meetings

Employment Requirements:• 3 years experience working with Aboriginal youth• Post-secondary education or equivalency in work experience• Knowledge of Aboriginal cultural values & beliefs• Own vehicle and valid Driver’s License

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm (may work some flex hours)Wage: TBD – Hourly plus benefitsReply to:Human Resources125 Palm StreetKamloops, BCFax: 250-376-2275Email: jobs@iifs.caClosing date: September 8, 2011 at 4:00 pm

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Good news for job seekers: According to a recent nationwide survey of managers, most Canadian companies will be hiring in the coming months, which means it’s time to update the resume, press your power suit and do your best to stand out in a sea of equally qualified, equally eager applicants. Here are some tips on how to be memorable for the right reasons.Follow the 15-second ruleJob interviews are a lot like first dates. Admit it: Before you’ve even ordered a drink, you can usually tell if you’re sitting across from Mr. or Mrs. Right. Interviews are no different. “A good portion of the impression has already been made within the first 15 seconds,” says Jeff Hauswirth, a recruiter at Spencer Stuart, one of the world’s leading executive search firms. So make sure you don’t mess up the first-impression factors you can control, like wardrobe, handshake and direct eye contact, Mr. Hauswirth advises. “It drives me crazy when a guy will show up for a job interview in scuffed shoes,” he says.Make sure your body language isn’t saying the wrong thing“People don’t realize the importance of the non-verbal aspect of the interview,” says Mr. Hauswirth. For example, if candidates are squirming in their seats or crossing their arms, the

interviewer is likely to assume they are not being totally upfront. Slouching suggests laziness and a limp handshake betrays a lack of confidence. These assumptions may not be accurate, but recruiters don’t have time to over-analyze, so it’s best to follow grandma’s golden rule of good behaviour – sit up straight.Ask the right questions to get the right answer“When I give an interview, I’m more interested in the questions the candidate asks than the answers he or she might offer,” says Mr. Hauswirth. In general, asking insightful questions shows you have done your homework. It’s also a good way to adjust the power dynamic. “You don’t want to be groveling for a job,” says Shirin Khamisa, founder of Careers By Design. “If you remember that you are there not just to impress the interviewer, but also to determine if the position is right for you, your desirability is likely to go up.” So it’s okay to play hard-to-get, but be very careful. “There is a fine line between confidence and arrogance,” says Mr. Hauswirth. “There is nothing worse than arrogance.”It ain’t over ‘til it’s overPeople tend to assume that an interview is over when you leave the room, but the truth is, you can easily undermine a great impression. The easiest thing any prospective employee can do to increase their chances post-interview: Compose a handwritten note. Some will argue snail mail implies a lack of technological

savvy, but Mr. Hauswirth stands firm: “I get 250 e-mails a day,” he says. “A handwritten note stands out.” To ensure maximum impact, be sure the note is somehow personalized. If you discussed a mutual interest – be it baseball or the Chinese economy – find a way to fit that into a brief thank-you card. The general rule is asap, so rather than rely on the post office, Ms. Khamiso recommends going for a coffee after the interview, write your note on a card and slipping back to the office to deliver it by hand.Job hunting is a marathon, not a sprintRemember, this isn’t simply about the position at hand. “Finding a job often comes down to relationships,” says Ms. Khamiso, adding that it’s important to keep detailed records of the people you have met with – if your kids go to the same summer camp, jot that down as a talking point for next time. Mr. Hauswirth says that a stellar candidate will stick out, even when the job doesn’t come through. Remember that while you have one job search, a recruiter is working on dozens of projects.Don’t do this: Behave like Lloyd Dobler (the character from Say Anything). Phoning every day doesn’t show enthusiasm, it shows poor judgment and desperation.

How to ace a job interview

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Get that job by standing straight up and looking the boss in the eye By Laura Stone, Postmedia news

Much like a first date, successful job interviews rely on first impressions.So, it should come as no surprise to potential employees that lack of eye contact is the biggest professional turnoff, according to a survey of Canadian hiring managers.At 68 per cent, the affliction commonly known as "shifty eyes" took the top spot on the survey of behaviours that would make a manager less likely to hire someone.Other common mistakes made by job-seekers are failure to smile, at 45 per cent, and bad posture, at 37 per cent, says the

survey from job website CareerBuilder Canada.The faux-pas don't stop there. Crossing your arms, fidgeting, a weak handshake, playing with an object on the table and touching your hair or face all made the list of employment buzz kills."When you're meeting someone for the first time, you want to make sure you're conveying all your strengths, and that you're conveying the positive parts of your personality. And so, paying attention to your body language is part of that, in addition to having a great resume and being able to answer questions correctly," said Allison Nawoj, a career adviser at CareerBuilder."It is a very highly competitive job market, and so people are going on a lot of interviews. Sometimes that can cause some pressure and some

nervousness and that can lead to some body language mistakes."The survey also asked the 228 managers what future employees can do to capture hearts in an interview.The recommendations include keeping calm by giving yourself enough time and taking deep breaths; preparing for the interview and practising with family and friends; and answering questions in front of a mirror to see what body language, if any, needs some work."While it is a lot of pressure, at the same time, there are a lot of opportunities that are out there and it's a matter of being positive,going in confidently and doing your best in every situation," said Nawoj.

EXTRAS CASTING CALL FOR “KING DAVID” TV MINI-SERIES

RecordTV from Brazil in association with Means of Production from Vancouver will be filming exterior scenes for their TV mini-series "King David".

The production is currently planning to film in Ashcroft, Cache Creek and Kamloops areas starting in mid September. The production company is looking for extras to work as background in various exterior scenes.

Description

Mediterranean-looking persons or dark hair, dark skinned persons of all ages and sexes to play townsfolk and soldiers. Also looking for men with dark beards or who would be willing to grow one. The ability to ride a horse is a benefit for those applying as soldiers.

• Rate of pay at approximately $80-$100 per day plus overtime• Must be willing to travel to Ashcroft, Cache Creek or Kamloops• Transportation costs are own responsibility• Must legally be able to work in Canada• Minors must be accompanied by parent or designated guardian during filming• Filming will take place during week days and possibly weekends in September and October

Date & TimeFriday, September 2, 20114:00pm - 8:00pm Plaza Hotel Blackwell Room405 Victoria StreetKamloops, BC

As a side note from ATEC; these types of jobs are fun and low stress. You get to wear costumes too. Expect to be waiting a lot until needed for a scene shot. Encourage friends to audition and arrange a car pool to get the location.

Spotlight on Clorinda Sasakamoose - Program Manager at Shuswap Training & Employment Program

Clorinda can often be found working hard in her office providing benefits to the Shuswap Nation Tribal Council. Clo has notched fourteen years of enjoyable and meaningful service to SNTC. She started doing contract work, worked as the financial clerk then over to the natural resources department before finally landing at Shuswap Training & Employment Program. Clo enjoys living her life in a rural setting as she most always has. Only once she lived in the city and she soon discovered it was not for her. Too busy and noisy. Her rural lifestyle provides her comfort and balance. She likes to recall her childhood memories, growing up living a ranch lifestyle. Her family had a variety of livestock that included cattle, horses and even sheep. Clo says the sheep were fun as lambs and very playful. She used to watch over the lambs, looking out for animals or birds that would prey on them. Presently she is without livestock and really doesn’t think she will have any soon. No livestock, but the good news is, she will be called Grandma again after the first week in October. It will be her second grandchild.She spends her summer months tending her vegetable garden and looking after her flowers. The vegetable garden is easier to look after this year. Somehow we made an error when applying chemical to the potatoes and tomatoes. They died.

Where are you from?For me, my life began in Kansas. My dad was a trucker who traveled all over. He really liked his trips to Canada. In the mid sixties our family made the move. I am the middle child of four. I have two older brothers and one that is younger. We all moved to Burns Lake BC. We stayed until the early seventies and then settled in Cache Creek. After Graduating from high school in Ashcroft, I moved to Kamloops. Counting back the years. I have been here for thirty three years.

What is one your proudest moments?Raising my three girls has made me the proudest. They are all grown up and are very successful in their careers. One is working in Vancouver, one working as a care aid in Kamloops and one teaching in Egypt. My daughters have also helped get me more interested in travel. Last year I went to Columbia and this March I plan on visiting Egypt.

What hobbies do you have?Gardening would be my first pick. Flower gardening is for me. Year round, I like to read. Just give me a good true crime book and I’m happy. I probably read Ann Rule’s true crime books most of all. Her stories are about mysterious murders that have taken place in Washington. Like the Ted Bundy story. Getting close to home isn’t it?

What was your first job?My first job was as a bus girl at the Wander Inn in Cache Creek. I worked for the Marr family at their Chinese restaurant. I eventually worked my way up to waitress.

What skills from that job do you use today?Counting back change, she said with a snicker. I learned how to do it from my Dad. I learned how to do it right. I also worked hard on my people skills. I’m always cheerful. When I narrow it down, it’s my people skills.

What interested you in becoming a SNTC staff member?Before starting here I knew other people working at SNTC. When I got my chance I started on a contract basis fourteen years ago. I moved to STEP around 2001 and after fourteen years I still enjoy my work.

What advice do you provide most? I have talked with a lot of people that complain about their jobs. My

advice is, “Don’t quit your job till you have another one”.

What challenges do you have at work?The biggest challenge is getting people to think differently. We are always changing and that requires being creative and thinking outside the box. I always try to find a way to make things work and it usually does.

What is your favourite tv program?It’s Survivor. I look forward to each season. I even participate in our office Survivor pool. Sometimes I even think I’d like to be a Survivor contestant.

Tell us something not many know about you?When I was a teenager, I won the cow riding competition at the Clinton rodeo. I didn’t win a buckle, but I got a nice blue trophy that I keep in a not so honorable place.

“Even though the tomatoes and potatoes have died we still have lots of zucchini”

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Peter Harris - workopolis.com Candidates are often convinced that they could be great in a particular job for which they have little or no experience if only a potential employer would give them a chance. That may or may not be true, but we're unlikely to find out, because employers aren't in the business of giving people chances.In fact, giving chances is bad for business.Employers can however, take a chance on you. Actually, every time a company hires anyone, they are taking chances. They try to mitigate the risks as much as possible by surveying resumes for the most qualified people, interviewing those people to find the best fit, and then conducting background checks to check for red flags.

Still, when employers sign that contract, they're taking a gamble. Resumes can be exaggerated, people who are great in interviews aren't always great on the job, and background screens miss things. Hiring the wrong person is messy and expensive.

So your job as a candidate is not to get employers to give you a chance, thereby asking them to make a poor business decision as a favour to you. Your challenge is to give potential employers as reason to take that chance on you. You have to show that you have the skills, the passion and the willingness to work hard and be an asset to their team.

How can you do that? The keys to landing a job in an industry where you have no experience:

Demonstrate your skills and accomplishments Take a look at everything you've done so far, on the job, at school and in your personal life. List the accomplishments that you have made and see if you can find a way to tailor them to the industry that you're targeting. Think about your skills that can apply across industries, such as project management, communication, research, and relationship-building. Are you a skilled and effective writer or public speaker? Have you lead a successful team or taken a project from plan to fruition? Can you manage a budget or schedule multiple tasks for a team of

people? All of these skills and experiences can be applicable across industries.   Get some more experience If you really don't have enough skills and accomplishments to land an interview, then you're going to have to go out and get some. Look for internship opportunities, volunteer work or short term contacts where you can pitch in on complex projects, develop your skills (especially the transferable ones mentioned above) and accomplish demonstrable success. You can also use these opportunities to increase your personal network. Show passion Do whatever you can to land an interview. When it comes, dress professionally and make the right impression. Use this occasion to demonstrate your passion for the industry, the company and the role. People like to hire those who are enthusiastic about the particulars rather that someone who's just looking for a job. Be upbeat, positive and as charming

as possible. People also want to hire someone whose company they enjoy, since once they hire you, you become a part of their daily life.

Take any job, and do it well If you're offered any role at all - even one that is a step down from your past work or what you were hoping for - take it. It's easier to prove your value and work your way up from the inside. Come in early, stay late. Take any opportunity to work on projects for other departments so that you can network internally and learn as much as possible about the company. Hard work, enthusiasm and a positive attitude go a long way.   Everything that you do well will convince your employer that they made the right decision in taking a chance on you - and every connection and skill that you learn along the way makes getting your next, bigger and better chance easier. And you've earned it; nobody had to give you anything.

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