Tax Season is Here!

Faster than that famous cartoon character, the Roadrunner, tax season has emerged on the scene!  Two of my clients have hired seasonal help from me this week and I stand ready to find you clerical support, tax preparers, accountants or anyone else you might need to help you survive until April 15 (and possibly beyond). Contact me at harold@smartstaff.jobs or via LinkedIn or a phone call to 908-508-0300.  Whatever your need might be, I am here to assist you!

Career Services

Colleges and universities are very quick about sending fund raising letters to recent graduates.  Career Services offices at many colleges and universities (based on numerous conversations) are not so efficient at partnering with recent grads to guide them through the job search process.  No school should ever promise placement to anyone but they should provide high quality coaching and direction to their alumni such as interview skills, networking, and a simple list of places who have hired recent alums in their field of study.

Industrial Job Available

Industrial manufacturer of quarry products in Lake Hopatcong, NJ, seeks temp-to-perm individual to receive incoming calls, assist customers in proper selection of products (gravel, sand, etc), provide price quotes, process purchase orders, and schedule deliveries. Computer literacy, strong phone skills, willingness to work in a highly industrial setting needed. This job contains full time hours with definite potential to convert to permanent status. Pay rate $18 hourly to start. Resumes to harold@smartstaff.jobs or call Harold Levin at 908-508-0300.

Part-time Position

One of my clients, an attorney in Berkeley Heights, needs a temporary office support position initially for 10-12 flexible hours weekly. They are in the process of automating their office including converting outstanding billing from paper documents into QuickBooks, scanning and storing files, etc.  This role could grow into a larger position over time for someone with strong internet skills as well as a desire to learn about the legal field.Starting pay rate is $14-15 hourly.  Send resumes to harold@smartstaff.jobs or call Harold Levin at 908-508-0300, ext. 104.

Temporary Work Available in NJ

Our client, in the Madison NJ area, seeks a Receptionist/Clerical Support from 2/10/20 until mid April on a temp basis. Duties will include (but not limited to) answering phones, scheduling appointments, logging returns into the system, filing, etc. Candidates must have pleasant and professional phone skills, be extremely discreet and reliable, and have at least 2-3 years of related exp. Hours of work: Monday – Friday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (one hour unpaid lunch). Pay rate $15 to $16 hourly. Resumes to Harold@smartstaff.jobs or call Harold Levin at 908-508-0300, ext. 104. Please note: candidates must be available for the entire length of the project!

Pet Peeve

A pet peeve reappeared this afternoon.  My phone rang and the caller was responding to a job I posted earlier today. I quickly determined they were not a good fit but I usually allow candidates to ask me a few questions since they took the time to seek employment.  What I do not appreciate is being asked a question then am interrupted the moment I begin replying.  If a recruiter is kind enough to chat, please treat them with respect! Enough said! #jobsearch #jobseekers #employment #recruitment #candidates 

HR Administrator

We are seeking an HR Administrator to become a part of our client's team in Saddle brook NJ! You will be responsible for managing HR activities for the organization.
Responsibilities:

• Process new hire background checks and related materials.
• Coordinate projects focused on employee recognition and dedication; engagement; and  learning..
• Communicate with outside benefits vendors.
• Oversee data entry and maintenance of employee records.
• Create reports based on HR metrics.
• Provide updated employee information to payroll department as needed. 

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in Human Resources (1-2 years) or a combination of work exp and internships.
• Exp. w/ HRIS / HRMS, and all MS Office tools.
• Fundamental knowledge of labor and employment laws. 
• BS in Human Resources or similar discipline is necessary.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work with others while maintaining a professional yet welcoming persona.. 

PLEASE NOTE: This is NOT a senior level opportunity!
Submit resumes to harold@smartstaff.jobs or call Harold Levin at 908-508-0300, ext. 104.

Upcoming Workshop

Foundations of Success Workshops and Jewish Family Service of Somerset, Hunterdon, and Warren Counties invites all women to a program on Friday, January 17, 2020 from 10:00 am-12:00 noon at JFS, 150-A West High Street, Somerville, NJ. “Resilience” will be presented by Jeanne Rohach, Coordinator & Facilitator, Foundations of Success Workshops, Dress for Success Northern NJ - 10 Counties

A state of well-being is needed every day in order to withstand the pressures of raising a family, experiencing transitions, working at a job, dealing with health problems, navigating relationships, healing and surviving through all types of trials and tribulations. In this workshop we will explore some of the key concepts provided in the book Resilient – How to Grow an Unshakable Core of Calm, Strength, and Happiness by Rick Hanson, Ph.D.  Experiential practices will be shared with an emphasis on exercises for developing the inner strengths of calm, courage, and self-compassion.

Please contact JFS at 908-725-7799 X108 or eprezant@jewishfamilysvc.org to register.            These groups are offered free of charge and is open to the entire community.  Funding for this program is provided by grants from The Arnold A. Schwartz Foundation, Affinity Federal Credit Union and Magyar Bank. To register or for information about Career Counseling Services, please contact Elise Prezant at 908-725-7799 X108 or eprezant@JewishFamilySvc.org.

Tax Season Help Needed

 3+ month assignment (w/potential to convert to perm) available for the current tax season w/our client in the Clark NJ area. Duties to include receiving incoming tax docs and scanning them into the system, receiving completed returns from preparers and also scanning them, emailing completed tax returns to clients.  Other tasks to include answering phones, directing inquiries to the proper parties, scheduling appointments, and other work as assigned. Please submit resumes, indicating any computerized training successfully completed, to harold@smartstaff.jobs or call Harold Levin, SmarftStaff Personnel, at 908-508-0300 ext. 104.