Thursday, December 27, 2012
Here are a few jobs we've found locally this week. Send available positions to christine.foster@patch.com for free posting.
Account Service Coordinator - American International Group - Alpharetta The coordinator would be a first point of contact on particular accounts and are responsible for set-up and servicing of them. Candidates should have a strong eye for detail, great problem solving skills, excellent communication skills and a high school diploma. For more information on this position or to apply, visit the website. Retail Stock Supervisor - Home Decorators Collection - Alpharetta The supervisor will oversee the stockroom and its employees. Applicants must be 18, have a high school diploma or the equivalent, six months of stocking experience and the ability to lift 75 pounds.For more information on this position or to apply, visit the website. Customer …
Wednesday, December 26, 2012
Do you have a small business? Answer a few questions and we'll help introduce you to your neighbors.
A Roswell couple, Charles and Linda Purcell, tell us a little bit about their local specialty body care company, Body Essentials. Q: What is Body Essentials? A: We make handcrafted soap and body care products. Our natural products are made right here in Roswell. We have soap, lotion, body butters, natural dog soap in bar form and liquid form, lip balm and are working on stick lotions, bath fizzies and bath truffles. Q: Who's involved with the company? A: Charles Purcell is the President. He is a Food Chemist. I'm [Linda Purcell] a retired teacher and bring the creativity component to the business. Q: What do you do to help ensure you keep the business rooted locally? A: We are members of the Roswell Business Alliance and try to keep …
Friday, December 21, 2012
The next event will be held Monday, Feb. 11 at Roswell United Methodist Church.
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Friday, December 21, 2012
More than 275 job seekers and volunteers took part in a "Mini Job Fair" on Dec. 10 that was a joint effort by Roswell United Methodist Church and the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce. Almost 500 different job opportunities offered by 19 different employers in the metro Atlanta area were discussed in the job networking event. Job seekers had one-on-one conversations with employers who sought to fill the open positions. This newly formed collaborative partnership was announced Nov. 27 at the chamber's monthly Eggs and Enterprise breakfast, with prospective employer representatives hearing a presentation given by Jay Litton, founder of the RUMC Job Networking program, and Katherine Simons, volunteer leader. “Never before has a …
Tuesday, December 18, 2012
Here are some jobs we've found locally this week. Send available positions to christine.foster@patch.com for free posting.
Part-Time Security Officer - Covenant Services Worldwide - Roswell The officer hired will help control entry, patrol the facility and handle crisis management. Applicants must be at least 18 year old, a U.S. citizen, and have obtained their GED. For more information, visit the website. Branch Manager Trainee - Hertz - Roswell The branch manager would be trained in all aspects of operations, including sales, revenue management and fleet management. Candidates should have held a prior leadership role, have an Associates degree and great ability to multitask. For more information on this position, visit the website. Assistant Community Director - Johns Creek The assistant director would be responsible for the collection of rent and supporting…
Wednesday, December 12, 2012
The learning center opens Dec. 17 on Crossville Road.
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Wednesday, December 12, 2012
Appleton Learning is helping the world "Learn Differently" with an individualized approach to learning and the company is coming to Roswell. Appleton branches, both company and franchise owned, serve individual students with Academic Memberships, Academic Coaching and ACT®, SAT® and PSAT® test prep. Appleton is among the first in the education arena to introduce a membership platform providing full service academic support in the form of homework help, workshops, and academic advising. One of the most unique attributes of Appleton is their proprietary individualized learning program, geniuStyle™, that helps teachers and instructors efficiently and effectively differentiate instruction in the classroom and in one-on-one environments. Glenn …
Tuesday, December 11, 2012
Here are some jobs we've found this week. Send available positions to christine.foster@patch.com for free posting.
Various Position - North Fulton Hospital - Roswell/Alpharetta The local healthcare team works every day to make lives better - and healthier - for our community and they're currently filling various positions. North Fulton Hospital distinguishes itself as a leader redefining health care delivery and recognizes the passion of its people and partners in providing quality, innovative care to the patients it serves in our community. For career opportunities visit the "Careers" page on the website. Reading Tutor - Orton-Gillingham - Metro Atlanta A reading tutor is needed to help elementary aged students learn to read. Sessions typically take place in a client's home from 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in education, be …
Monday, December 10, 2012
'Mini' Job Fair on Monday, Dec. 10 is the first event in which the Roswell United Methodist Church Job Networking Program and the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce are partnered.
A grassroots, volunteer job networking program is forming an alliance with a group of businesses to lower unemployment and help North Fulton job seekers find work. The Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce is partnering with the nationally acclaimed Roswell United Methodist Church (RUMC) Job Networking Program, said chamber CEO Brandon Beach. In forming this strategic alliance, the chamber will work with the RUMC in its mission to lower unemployment and match job seekers to openings in North Fulton. The RUMC Job Networking Program – a grassroots, volunteer-led program – has a long history of success. RUMC Job Networking and its stellar lineup of sponsors, including Roswell Rotary, have been providing the resources and volunteers to help…
Sunday, December 9, 2012
The clinic will open at 540 East Crossville Road, Suite 210 in Roswell.
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Sunday, December 9, 2012
SmartCare Urgent Care recently announced the groundbreaking of their newest location in Roswell. “We are very proud of what we have accomplished at our Brookhaven location, we worked extremely hard to create a destination where our community members could seek exceptional medical care in a comfortable and relaxing environment seven days a week without ever needing an appointment. In doing so, I know that we have become a valued asset to our community and will continue to add services that our patients need and ask for,” said Chief of Operations Dr. Zobair Nagamia. SmartCare will now offer the same outstanding urgent care services to the Roswell community come January 2013. When open, the Roswell branch of SmartCare Urgent Care, a free …
Wednesday, December 5, 2012
More trainings set for women throughout the country.
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Wednesday, December 5, 2012
The Powerhouse Self-Defense Program of Roswell has begun to empower and educate hundreds of girls and women across the United States. The Girl Scouts of USA has consistently used the Powerhouse Self-Defense Program, which was established in November of 2011, as their number one source for education on awareness and self defense techniques. The Powerhouse self-defense curriculum coincides with the Girl Scout mission of building girls of courage, confidence, and character. The program has held workshops for local girl scouts over the past year, mostly in the Atlanta area. However, after providing workshops for girl scouts from around the country at the Girl Scouts Centennial Camporee held this year in Savannah, GA, Powerhouse Self-Defense …
Here are some of the latest businesses and organizations to open their doors in Roswell recently. Have you stopped by any of them yet? Tell us your thoughts in the comments below.
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Wednesday, December 5, 2012
