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Local Job Seekers Urged to Apply Early for Seasonal Positions

According to the Better Business Bureau, competition for seasonal jobs will likely be fierce, so applicants are urged to apply early.

Many retailers are prepping for increased business holiday shoppers will bring and that means seasonal jobs are popping up in and around Barrow.

According to the Better Business Bureau, competition for these jobs will likely be fierce, so apply early.

“The holiday season will boost the number of job openings, particularly in the retail and restaurant industry,” Fred Elsberry Jr., president and CEO of the Better Business Bureau, said in a news release. “While the jobs are usually temporary, this is great news for struggling families and others who have had problems finding work.”

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The following are three seasonal jobs posted in our Daily Jobs column, a resource for those searching for employment.

  • PictureMe! Portrait Studios inside the Athens Walmart on Lexington Road is hiring for a
  • UPS in Bogart/Athens is hiring .
  • The Macy's location in the Georgia Square Mall, is looking for holiday retail sales associates.

The Better Business Bureau offers the following advice for job hunters this holiday season.

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  • Start your job search earlier rather than later. Retail, shipping, restaurants and catering companies are common sources of seasonal employment. This is the time for job hunters to determine which job suits them best, identify companies they’d like to work for and then begin submitting applications and resumes.
  • Work where you shop. Try to identify seasonal employment opportunities at businesses where you shop. You will already be familiar with the company and its products, and discounts available to employees can mean significant savings when shopping for gifts. Discounts can range from 20 to 40 percent for seasonal employees.
  • Put your best foot forward. Even if you are just picking up applications at stores in the mall, dress neatly and be prepared for an interview. This includes being familiar with the company’s brand and products. Retail job hunters need to focus on impressing potential employers with their customer service skills because they may be dealing with stressed-out shoppers, long check-out lines and holiday returns.
  • Be flexible. Full-time employees usually have first choice on preferred hours and shifts. As a seasonal employee, you can expect to work long, sometimes inconvenient hours, possibly including Thanksgiving and Christmas Eve. If this is a second job in addition to your day job, be up front and clear with your new employer about your available hours.

Are you looking for a seasonal job? If so, why? 


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