Saturday, December 11, 2010

It's been a while - how about some new job leads?

At Home Mac Experts w/Apple Worldwide Online Store

At Apple, we believe that hard work, a fun environment, creativity and innovation fuel the ultimate customer experience. We believe each customer interaction is an opportunity to delight, engage, and inspire – and that by focusing on the smallest of details, we can make big impacts with our customers. Building this environment starts with YOU!

The Worldwide Apple Online Store Sales Team is looking for motivated, outgoing, and tech-savvy individuals who want to offer Apple customers an unparalleled customer experience over the phone. At-Home Mac Experts will work out of their homes.

Responsibilities:
•Sell Mac and accessories to customers who call Apple to learn more during their purchasing process;
•Provide consultative solutions to customers based on their needs, following the Online Store Customer Engagement model ;
•Learn about Mac and become an expert on the Mac product features and related accessories;
•Understand Apple’s Digital Lifestyle strategy and how Mac fits into it;
•Leverage multiple sources of information to stay current on product features and technology changes;
•Ensure a favorable purchase experience by appropriately setting customers’ expectations after they have placed their order, e.g., “what happens next”;
•Enter new sales orders accurately;
•Be comfortable in a fast-paced, performance-based environment where calls are monitored, recorded, and assessed;
•Have a flexible schedule, including the ability to work nights and weekends.

Desired Qualities, Behaviors and Skills:
•Customer-focused, detailed-oriented individual;
•Creative problem solver;
•Comfortable working with ambiguity;
•Previous experience excelling in a customer-facing environment;
•Can translate ‘tech speak’ into everyday, understandable terms;
•Strong listening skills (adaptive communication, active listening);
•Drive for results, demonstrating high degree of drive and determination;
•Adaptive and flexible to changing technologies, process and environments;
•Ability to work and make decisions with minimal supervision;
•Strong organizational skills;
•Team Player
•Experience with a PC as well as a Mac;
•Ability to troubleshoot basic issues related to home-office technology (the kind of person who cycles power to equipment before calling a helpdesk for assistance).

Education and Experience:
•Degree preferred plus 1-2 years proven experience in a sales or customer service environment;
•Ideal candidate will have experience using a Mac and an iOS device;
•Technical experience in digital media (music, video, photography) a plus;
•Professional verbal and written communication skills;
•Technical aptitude (computer literate, able to quickly learn new applications).

Is being an At-Home Mac Expert a great fit for you? Consider the following questions:
•Do you have a private workspace in your house with a door, where ambient noise can be minimized during work hours?
•Do you have a workspace with a desk and chair? Does this workspace allow for the proper installation of your technical equipment?
•Do you have, or are you able to get, an analog phone line that can be dedicated to sales calls? (Monthly allowance provided by Apple.)
•Do you have, or are you able to get, high-speed internet service meeting minimum bandwidth requirements of 2mbps downstream and 384kbps upstream? (Monthly allowance provided by Apple.)
•Are you a self-starter who is comfortable in an environment remote from co-workers and managers?

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Hertz Reservation Agents (Onsite training in Mobile, AL area) 60 Agents needed!!

FT -- $12.25 hour

General Responsibilities:
Are you sales driven????

If this is you then we need you as a Domestic Reservations Agent for HERTZ - A leader in the Travel Industry.

Full time positions - must be flexible to work shifts that range from 6:00am to 2:30am which include days, evenings, weekends and holidays!!!


Hertz, the leader in the car rental industry, is seeking candidates to join our Reservations team. As the world's largest car rental company
, we offer competitive salaries, great benefits and a pleasant work environment. The Hertz Reservations Center is located in Mobile, Alabama; but these positions are for home based agents!!

Responsibilities include:

Managing and upselling for Hertz car rental reservations for Hertz locations in the United States and Canada.
Provide accurate rate and customer rental qualification information requested through the Hertz toll-free number.
Handle all calls with the highest quality and courtesy.

Mandatory Requirements:
Must be able to type 25WPM (test will be given)
Must have High School Diploma or GED equivalent
The willingness to work any assigned full-time (40-hour) shift between 6:00 a.m. and 2:30 a.m., including weekends and holidays.
Excellent customer service, sales and verbal communication skills
Must provide a dedicated phone line and high speed internet connection.
Must be able to maintain a professional, quiet, safe office environment. Computer and Phone equipment will be provided.
Onsite training required at the Reservations Center in Mobile, Alabama
Starting pay for this position is $10.25 per hour
You must be within a reasonable commuting distance from Mobile, AL to apply.

Preferred Requirements:
Hertz is a Drug-Free Workplace. All employment is contingent on successful completion of drug and background screening.

EOE M/F/D/V

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Carebuzz is in the senior care industry providing online marketing services to providers of elder care. They are seeking an Admin Assistant for research, organizing and publishing content on our blog(s) platform, social media engagement through commenting on “senior related” blogs and articles. Applicants must have a home office with Internet connectivity, have some experience in caring for an aging relative or friend, and motivated to learn new tasks. To apply, please send your resume and salary requirements to carol@carebuzz.com.

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Web Designer Depot is looking for authors to provide us with original and well researched articles as well as exciting web round ups. Payments will be made via PayPal only. Article requirements: 1200-2000 words. Average payment is $150-$200 and Web Round Ups: $75-$100. These positions are only available to experienced writers with similar published content on other blogs. Interested parties should Email info@webdesignerdepot.com with links to published content on similar sites.

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American Express is seeking a full-time Specialized Travel Counselor . Responsible for the timely and accurate servicing of American Express Business Travel arrangements for corporate clients. Duties include: arrange complex domestic and international business travel services for air/rail/car/hotel transportation needs; counsel clients on efficient, multi-country routings for lowest available fares, and preferred carrier usage; ensure optimum customer service while coordinating interdepartmental responsibilities; effective use of computer systems and exceptional telephone service techniques. Must be located within a 50 mile radius from an American Express Business Travel Service Center (Houston TX, Allentown PA, Bloomington MN, Omaha NE, Hartford CT, Dearborn MI, Phoenix AZ, Tampa FL, Rolling Meadows IL, San Antonio TX & Miami, FL.). To apply please see the American Express website.

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The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society is seeking a part-time telecommuting Special Events Coordinator in Chicago, IL. Basic Function: Fundraiser, Campaign Assistance This is a part-time position (25 hours a week) 8:00 am -1:00 pm through April. After April, some after-hours and weekend work for event support is also required. Salary is $15/hour. To learn more and apply, please see The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.

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Social Media Specialist

At Pacific Dental Services ® . The quest for excellence inspires everything that defines us. We focus on everyone's distinctive talents and strengths. Our passion for the business and the future drives us to be the best.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function at a high degree of proficient execution with little or no accommodation. The requirements listed below are representative, but not all inclusive, of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.


1. A passion for transparency online is a major requirement, as well as customer service and building online relationships.
2. Coordinate social media engagement within all levels of the company and its multiple brands (SmileGeneration.com, Pacden.com, etc)
3. Manages social media web pages and applications, including Facebook, Yelp, Twitter, Foursquare, LinkedIn, blogs, vlogs, YouTube, forums, etc.
4. Participates in social media conversations as the eyes, ears, and voice of the PDS brands. Monitor and assist offices in regards to online reputation management.
5. Monitors social media emerging trends/best practices and provides proactive recommendations.
6. Provide day-to-day supervision and execution of campaigns including (and not limited to) social media channel and community management, content creation, digital public relations, promotions, blogger and influencer outreach initiatives, online events, etc.
7. Utilize and adapt new media to compliment online branding, customer service/engagement and direct response goals.
8. Evaluates and implements social media policies and strategies for the company by working with selected social media agencies and corporate/distribution staff.
9. Manage multiple projects relating to the effective use of social media. Provide updates and reviews to management at various levels to educate and inform about social media activities, policies, competition, and achievements.
10. Actively participate in social media networking; external peer connections for example.
11. Coordinate implementation and execution of a social media training program and the accreditation of official social media engagers.
12. Create monthly/weekly social media program status reports detailing key insights, popular content topics, community quotes (verbatims) and monitoring results; work with analytics team and oversee preparation of metrics, tracking and activity reports as based on reporting needs.
13. Create social programming plans and research audits including (and not limited to) content strategy plans, competition research briefs and digital audits.
14. Train and assist office managers, through an integrated approach, in engaging with patients online channels such as social media and reputation sites like Yelp.com. To maximize the potential of booking patients through such mediums while also spreading positive word of mouth.
15. Develop marketing strategy for leveraging social media externally and internally
16. Coordinate, edit, and proof, with high attention to detail, all marketing media content placed on behalf of PDS affiliated offices through the social media channel, to ensure consistency of messages across multiple networks.
17. Evaluate potential vendors to fulfill social media requirements and advance PDS social initiatives.
18. Performs other duties as assigned by management or as may be necessary.



Note: Do you live out of the Orange County area? If you possess outstanding knowlege, skills & abilities we may consider a telecommute position.

We offer a competitive compensation package which includes the following benefits:


* Healthcare Benefits (Medical, Dental and Vision)
* 401K Savings Plan
* Company Paid Holidays
* Paid Personal/Vacation Time
* Training courses with CE units available


We believe that joining the PDS team will provide the opportunity for you to maximize your individual and professional potential.


Job Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

REQUIRED: 2-to-4 years of dedicated digital experience or relevant education in social media. Must have previous experience working on social media marketing programs as well as executing word-of-mouth campaigns (including blogger/influencer outreach programs).

DESIRABLE: 4 year college degree in Marketing, Communications or related discipline, or work related experience. 4 -6 years of related business experience in marketing or social media marketing.

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G5LIVE - Looking for Work from Home Chat Operators and Sales Agents

G5LIVE, an online text chat operator service for businesses, is looking to contract experienced text chat operators to grow with our company. Contracted operators will work from home and are required to have a laptop or desktop with a reliable and secure connection. Operators will be responding through text and possibly through phone, to customers’ inquiries and guiding customers through clients’ website. Operators are required to work on a one month weekend rotational shift. Hours and shifts may change according to management and client’s needs.


The starting commission is $0.25 per chat session with measureless potential and earning growth. Plans are in place for performance bonuses and other additional rewards. G5LIVE hires contractors in advance and may not start contractors until 1-2 months out.

Candidates who do not meet these requirements below need not apply.

Requirements:

*2-3 years experience and currently working from home

*Familiarity with chat software

*Must have phone, desktop/laptop with secure connection

*Must have 1-2 years text chat operator and call center experience

*2-3 years of excellent customer service

*Must be able to type accurately at least 35-40 words per minute

*Handle multiple chats session with quality service

*Must be able to work under minimal supervision

*Ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing environments

*Must be able to multi-task effectively and efficiently

*Must be able to thrive under time constraints and pressure

*Strong analytical and logical skills

*Must be able to take on other duties not listed

Please indicate your availability of weekday and weekend shifts: 8:00am-4pm EST, 4pm-12am EST, 12am-8am EST.

Since the company is operating at 24/7, hours and shifts may change according to clients needs. Ideal candidates are those who are currently working from home and looking to supplement their income. Candidate is willing and able to be on call and take on shifts as needed.

Due to the high volume of expected incoming resumes, G5LIVE will only respond to those qualified for an interview. Please e-mail resume to operators@g5live.com along with weekday and weekend shift coverage first and second choice.

For those who feel that sales is more of their expertise, please submit resume or inquires to sales@g5live.com

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Telecommute Science Proofreader

A scientific publisher involved in nutritional
strategies and dietaary supplements seeks a medical/science proofreader for book chapters. Work from home. Requirements: Bachelor's in English or relaed Scientific proofreading experience strongly preferred Location: Anywhere

Telecommute Science Proofreader - Virtual Vocations

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Content Writer- telecommute

Mahalo.com is looking for freelance and professional writers to write informative and entertaining articles within the topic of "Parenting." Similar to other high-traffic article/answer sites, we need writers to submit encyclopedic-style articles that are from a non-biased and third-person point of view. (Also: Bonus points for those with some knowledge of SEO writing-style and previous experience using an online publishing platform.)

Mahalo.com is a top 200 Internet company in the United States producing original content that is read by millions of people each month. We do this through our informative topic pages, how to articles, videos, and our Q&A platform. Our writers complete a paid training session in order to become a part of the Mahalo Guide writing team.

Once you're writing for Mahalo as a "Guide" you'll earn $8.50 for each 300-word article you write. It's that simple. You control exactly how much you earn each week by deciding how much you write. Mahalo Guides have no minimum and can write up to 35 articles per week. We regularly reward our writers each month for producing and maintaining more than 10 pages of high-quality writing a week.

If you would like to join the Mahalo Team of writers, please reply with:

Your writing resume
Writing samples that pertain to parenting topics (links, actual text, etc...)

Content Writer- telecommute - Los Angeles - part-time - Barefoot Student

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