Hey guys, I hate to even ask this on a fishing forum but some guys from this site have helped me before so I was hoping for more generosity. I have been in the Jax area for a little over a year now. I recently graduated the police academy, and if you have been watching the news you know we are not having an easy time getting employed anywhere near here. I was wondering if anyone knew of people and/or companies in the area that may be hiring. I am open to anything and everything. If you want to PM me instead of replying on this thread feel free. Again, thanks for everyone's time and attention. Good luck out there and stay safe on the water.

Look in to being an insurance adjuster, not a public adjuster. I have recommended this to many of my friends coming out of school unable to find jobs. Many of them have secured jobs and are loving it. With you police background you would be considered to have investigation experience and you may want to enter in to the SIU area of insurance adjusting. I work for an insurance restoration company that works directly with insurance carriers to make the necessary repairs and restoration of homes and businesses that have suffered from water, fire, mold, and wind damage. It's about $300 to get your adjusting license (which is required at first with carriers but it has helps my friends get hired).

Just start throwing me some referrals once you get in the field and that's all the thanks I need.

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Malibu Stealth 12 - Blue

YOU CAN APPLY AT NEIGHBORING COUNTIES. AT LEAST ITS A STEPPING STONE & GETS THE EXPERIENCE YOUR LOOKING FOR.

What nicky said

Sign up for Peoples First to apply for a state job.
They are always looking for FHP, FWC, MCCO, DEP, Etc.
I work for the FDOT as an area inspector. Little pay no overtime, but an honest job that is pretty secure for now.
The FHP can work off duty using their vehicles for a small fee to cover the insurance and fuel.
Their off duty pay is greater than their regular pay sometimes.

Sign up what have you got to lose.

https://peoplefirst.myflorida.com/peopl ... /logon.htm

These are some great suggestions guys. I appreciate the ideas and will definitely look into the insurance and people's first. Unfortunately neighboring counties within my range are not hiring either at this time. Thanks again and Nick can I PM you if I have any questions about insurance adjusting?

The link posted above for PeoplesFirst did not work for me, but there is another one in this sample. I got this in 2009 and wanted you to know that your law enforcement training "might" help you land something as a Park Ranger or FWC officer!! What a great combo for you....

This is old stuff, but check it out and logon PeoplesFirst and set up a profile and job agent!!
Good Luck!!
JohnYaksJax



Dear John,
Based on the career profile you created at the State of Florida job site, you might be interested in the following position(s). If you are interested, click the link below to start the application process.

37000617-51210181-20091005141942 -- PARK NATURALISTS

Agency: DEP - Environmental Protection

OCCUPATION PROFILE
Working Title: PARK SERVICES SPECIALIST
Broadband/Class Level: PARK NATURALISTS - Level 1
Broadband/Class Code: 19-1031-01 Pay Grade/Pay Band: BB005
Position Number: 37000617 Closing Date: 10/14/2009
Location: NEWBE! RRY County: North Region

Annual Salary Range: $2,327.17/month $27,926.08/year
Announcement Type: Open Competitive
Facility:

DESCRIPTION:
DIVISION OF RECREATION AND PARKS

ANTICIPATED JOB VACANCY
OPEN COMPETITIVE

CLASS TITLE: Park Service Specialist

POSITION NUMBER: 37000617

BASE SALARY: $2,327.17 monthly $27,926.08 yearly

LOCATION & Dudley Farm Historic State Park

CONTACT INFORMATION: 18730 West Newberry Road

Newberry, FL 32669

Morgan Tyrone, Park Manager

352-454-4201

CLOSING DATE: 10/14/2009

ADVERTISING METHOD: XX INTERNAL EMAIL
NEWSPAPER

XX PEOPLE FIRST SYSTEM

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Dudley Farm HSP is located between Gainesville and Newberry Florida on 325 acres. It is a third generation 1870’s historic homestead composing of 18 historic structures focusing on interpreting the post-Civil War to 1920’s time period as well as being an example of a working Florida farm. The Park service Specialist position is to direct the operations of the farm as a satellite of O’Leno Administration under the Park Manager II and Assistant Park Manager. These duties would include historic interpretation, historic maintenance of structures, farming, livestock care, research, landscaping, volunteer management and recruitment, prescribed burning, exotic plant removal, collection management, and prioritizing of projects at the park.

THIS IS A RESIDENT POSITION.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED FOR THE POSITION:

Knowledge Of – Principles and techniques of effective verbal and written communications; administrative principles and practices; methods of data collection and analysis; natural and cultural resource preservation and restoration techniques; the principles, methods and techniques of training; good public relation techniques.

Skill In – Working with volunteers; computer operation and applications.

Ability To – Plan, coordinate and oversee special events; evaluate and analyze data; prepare reports on a variety of programs; understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures; plan and oversee schedules; develop and organize data into logical format for presentation in reports, proposals and other written documents; utilize problem solving techniques; work independently; coordinate and conduct meetings, information and orientation programs; recruit and screen volunteers; research topics and write articles and prepare environmental education and other information for dissemination; monitor, evaluate and asses programs for effectiveness; prepare and maintain records; effectively speak in public formats; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; work rotating shifts including evenings, weekends and holidays; reside on the property; to perform prescribed burning; maintain a vali! d driver’s license; successfully complete background and fingerprint check.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES FOR THE POSITION:

Historic building maintenance by the use of modern and historic tools, historic interpretation, farming knowledge, computer operations, tractor experience, prioritization of work projects, ability to communicate to others verbally and in writing, good interpersonal skills, and an understanding of natural and cultural restoration techniques.

HOW TO APPLY:

If advertised with an internal email or newspaper advertisement, please apply as follows: submit a paper application directly to the address listed in the advertisement by the closing date. If advertised through PeopleFirst, please apply online at the following website address: https://peoplefirst.myflorida.com/logon.htm. If submitting a paper application, you will need to have it faxed to PeopleFirst at fax #1/904/636-2627 by the closing date listed on the vacancy, they will then scan your application into the applicant pool for that particular vacancy.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or the People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. Veterans' preference will be given to eligible veterans and their spouses in accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes.