How to Apply to a Suffolk County Civil Service Position

Because of the popularity of prior posts regarding Civil Service Positions, The Brentwood CDC has created a handy primer on applying to Suffolk County Civil Service Positions.

Step 1: The Current Openings for Civil Service Positions are found on the Suffolk County Government web site, which is http://www.suffolkcountyny.gov.

Step 2: Hover your mouse over the Government Tab, which will open up a new frame. There’s no need to click on the tab, it should open automatically.

If you see this frame, click on “Civil Service” (It’s been highlighted for your convenience.)

Step 3: Now that you’ve clicked on the Civil Service Link, you should be on the Civil Service Page. You would also be able to reach this link by typing in http://www.suffolkcountyny.gov/Departments/civilservice.aspx.
Step 4: Once you’ve reached this page, click on the Green Button Titled “Current List of Exams”. This will give you a listing of all the open Suffolk County Government Civil Service Positions.
Tip: It’s always good to check back regularly, as postings are added every few weeks.
Tip: Check the FAQ’s section on the Civil Service page because it contains important information on what an Open-Competitve Exam is, a Promotional Exam, how long lists are open, and how to subscribe to Automatic County Examination Announcements.

Webinar for college seniors, young workers to address managing student loans, saving for a secure financial future

Photo by Flickr User: Tax Credits

WASHINGTON — An April 30 webinar will provide tips and tools to help college seniors and young workers learn to budget for today’s needs and tomorrow’s goals. “Start Early to Take Charge of Your Financial Future” will be held from 3-4 p.m. EDT on Tuesday, April 30. Participants will receive practical guidance and resources to assist with budgeting, managing debt from student loans and credit cards, saving and investing for short and long-term goals, making the most of employer-sponsored retirement and health benefits, and other aspects of personal finance management.

“For those just starting their careers, there are a lot of demands on their income and retirement seems far away,” said Assistant Secretary of Labor for Employee Benefits Security Phyllis C. Borzi. “However, by starting early and taking advantage of employer-sponsored benefits, young workers can take charge of their finances and begin to build retirement savings at a time in their lives when it will have the greatest impact.”

The U.S. Department of Labor’s Employee Benefits Security Administration will co-host the webinar with the U.S. Department of Education’s Federal Student Aid office and the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards as part of the Financial Literacy and Education Commission’s Starting Early Campaign.

Members of the public can register at http://s.dol.gov/ZJ.

Slight Changes to the CDC Site

I’ve made some slight changes to the CDC site to highlight some important databases and sites you may want to visit.

The “Computer Resources” Page has now been replaced with a “Learn the Computer” Link on the right hand on this page. They include videos on how to learn to use your computer, as well as important information on how to avoid malicious software and recognize scams.

The “Log In to your E-Mail” Section has now been moved up to the top of the page, letting users quickly log-in to their e-mail from the website without having to scroll down. The Brentwood Job/Study Databases are also now towards the top of the page.

Questions? Comments? Let us know in the comments!

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He hecho algunos pequeños cambios en el sitio del CDC para poner en cuenta algunas importantes bases de datos y sitios que puede visitar.

La pagina “Recursos Informáticos” ha sido sustituido por “Learn the Computer” que aparece en la parte derecha de esta página. Incluyen videos de como aprender a usar el ordenador, así como información importante sobre cómo evitar el software malicioso y reconocer las estafas.

El “Sign-In to your E-Mail” sección se ha trasladado a la parte superior de la página, permitiendo a los usuarios a acceder a su correo electrónico desde la pagina sin tener que desplazarse hacia abajo. Los Brentwood Job/ Study Databases también están en la parte superior de la página.

¿Preguntas? ¿Comentarios? Háganos saber en los comentarios!

7 tips for the perfect boomer résumé – Andrea Coombes’ Working Retirement – MarketWatch

For job seekers these days, crafting the perfect résumé may matter less than making key connections with the right people and ensuring a stellar online presence. But you still need your résumé to shine.

 7 tips for the perfect boomer résumé – Andrea Coombes’ Working Retirement – MarketWatch.

6 Things Really Productive People Do

Aside from writing two columns every week, I speak regularly, travel, create videos, manage my business, write books, consult with five companies, network, socialize, cycle, run, read, cook, sleep six to seven hours a night and have dates with my wife. Oh yeah, I watch a lot of television while hanging out with my dog as well….I have the same 24 hours in a day that you do, but I have made specific choices that allow me to make the most of every day, and still feel happy and relaxed. Perhaps these tips will help you make the most of your time as well.

-Kevin Daum, 6 Things Really Productive People Do, Inc.com

Entrepreneur Kevin Daum has made over a billion dollars in sales through marketing yet his tips to manage his productivity are simple and straightforward. If you manage yourself to follow these 6 simple tips, you’ll see your productivity increase as well as your focus.

Positions in Various Civil Service Divisons

• An Assistant Conductor Position is available from the MTA. The position opened November 19th and will close on December 3rd. The 100% hourly rate of pay is 32.753 per hour. A civil service exam is required to qualify for this position. Under MTA employment opportunities, click on Long Island Railroad and follow the prompts. When asked to search, click on advanced search. Then in the Job ID field, use the Job ID to find the position. (Job ID #: 75647)
• The New York State Department of Civil Service is hiring for a Institution Safety Officer with a starting salary of $33,541 at the GS-9 level. Appointees working in New York City, Rockland, Westchester, Nassau or Suffolk would receive a $1,200 downstate adjustment. Applicants will be required to take a written exam. Exam guides have been developed by the State to help applicants prepare for the exam. Applications must be submitted by December 24th. (Exam number: 25-545)
• DCAS has openings for Chemical, Civil, Electrical, Environmental and Mechanical Engineers. These positions are open-competitive and close on the 4th of December.

New Jobs in Brentwood Link – Job Openings by Region, NY Department of Labor

There’s been a new link added to the “Jobs in Brentwood” listing of job sites. By searching the Job Openings by Region, you can find jobs in the Long Island Region categorized by industry. Take a look!

New Link – Veteran’s Affairs Primer

A new link has been added to the Link Rolls, called Veterans Affairs Topic Guides. This is a one-stop guide for Veterans and includes lots of different information in one handy area.

Veterans Affairs – Live-Brary.com

Rising Cost for Higher Education

The Rising Price of Higher Education
By William Trombley

State spending for public colleges and universities dropped sharply last year, as the state-by-state numbers contained in this special report from the National Center for Public Policy and Higher Education demonstrate. At the same time, tuition and required fee charges rose significantly in many states, and some states reduced their student financial aid programs.

The result was the worst fiscal news for public higher education institutions and their students in at least a decade, as the economic recession struck almost every state. So far this year, the picture looks even bleaker, with states continuing to cut higher education appropriations and campuses responding by raising tuition even higher, imposing new fees and reducing student financial assistance.

Click “Here” to learn more how the system works and how you can save money for school.

There was a major breach of security thi

There was a major breach of security this week with Linkedin and Eharmony accounts being hacked. Passwords have been compromised as well. Please follow these steps to secure your accounts. http://ow.ly/bsEyF