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Why is it that? Just a vent!

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Bellaocchi
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Why is it that? Just a vent!

Most places are looking for entry level employees? It seems like there is nothing else out there on a higher level!

Posted 7/2/10 10:16 PM
 
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Jencee73
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Re: Why is it that? Just a vent!

Probably because of money. If you hire someone entry level, they might not have much experience so they'll get less money than someone with more experience.

Posted 7/2/10 10:44 PM
 

MorningCuppaCoffee
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Re: Why is it that? Just a vent!

Not only that, but often entry-level positions are the ones usually most in need.

Probably because there's such a high turnover due to things like low pay and sometimes difficult work.

Posted 7/3/10 9:57 AM
 

MrsFrizzle
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Re: Why is it that? Just a vent!

I had the opposite problem in my field, everyone was looking for experience and while I'm not entry level I dont have 5+ years yet.

Posted 7/3/10 10:05 AM
 

hazeleyes33
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Re: Why is it that? Just a vent!

Yes, because they don't want to pay. I have seen so many jobs offering $7-$8/hour!!! Chat Icon

Posted 7/3/10 7:30 PM
 

MorningCuppaCoffee
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Re: Why is it that? Just a vent!

Posted by jkfris09

I had the opposite problem in my field, everyone was looking for experience and while I'm not entry level I dont have 5+ years yet.



Actually I am seeing this more and more in my field. A lot of MSW grads are competing for Bachelor level positions. I think a lot of it has to do with funding cuts and less time available to supervise staff.

A lot of the problems being dealt with require a higher level of experience + education, yet, the pay often remains in the
"starting out" range.

Salaries are also a lot worse on LI.

Posted 7/5/10 7:40 AM
 

HeatherRose
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Re: Why is it that? Just a vent!

I've seen a lot of it too, yet the work they list is not entry level. I swear they list it that way just so they can pay you entry levelChat Icon

Posted 7/6/10 4:55 PM
 

Bellaocchi
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Re: Why is it that? Just a vent!

Posted by HeatherRose

I've seen a lot of it too, yet the work they list is not entry level. I swear they list it that way just so they can pay you entry levelChat Icon



I know! I agree totally.

I saw recently an ad for a Senior Level Executive Admin Assistant they were offering $32k? That is not an entry level job. Are you kidding me?

I was making WAY more than that before I was laid off. It really is so discouraging. I still can't find work. At this point, I may HAVE to look into an entry level position just to take something. Even that is a daunting task. If you want to apply at lowes, petsmart and costco, I have gone in person and they will direct me to their websites.

The websites have 85 questions for entry level positions.. You would think I was applying for a job at NASA.

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Posted 7/7/10 1:30 AM
 

LINewbie
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Re: Why is it that? Just a vent!

Hey i'll take them!
I just want a full time job! It seems like everything is part time, and even at low pay (what I am currently making) a full time job would be suuuuch a step up!!!

Posted 7/12/10 8:58 PM
 
 

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