Teens Preparing for Summer Jobs

Add comment June 12th, 2008

I think the Human Service Department’s program summer job program for teens is a huge step towards preparing our youth for the world of work (zhttp://www.rrstar.com/homepage/x513606232/Rockfords-human-services-department-has-jobs-for-teens).

By teaching them the skills now, they will be ready for full time work when they complete their education. What do you think? Do you remember your first job?

What It Takes - Megan Nilson

Add comment June 12th, 2008

Our first submission for What it Takes comes from Megan Nilson, who is a Administrative Assistant/Five Star Coordinator at Jack Wolf Chrysler Jeep.

Title: Administrative Assistant/ Five Star Coordinator

Description: My job contiunally changes. Duties include answering and
directing all incoming calls as well greeting customers and directing them
to the appropriate department. Through out my years of employement I hav
been allowed the flexability to create an excel based sales and service
customer follow up program. I designed and implemented follow-up postcards
for the sales and service department resulting in a higher percentage of
repeat customers. My job also includes scheduling all five start classes
for the entire dealership. I also have created a monthly news letter
distributed to over 130 employees to promote empoyee unity and team
spirit.

Skills: The skills required to be successful in the administrative field
include the ability to successfully multi-task and priorities duties.
This is a position that requires strong organizational and personal
skills.

Advice: Advice for others seeking to enter this field would be to
continue to take computer classes to keep you up to date on the latest
programs and internet abilities. Learn how to manage your time
effectively.

Thanks to Megan for providing her information. Remember, we are looking for input from others who are willing to share their jobs and what it took to get them there. This is a great resource to our youth who are looking for a map to get from where they are to where they want to be. Submissions can be made at http://rockford.ja.org.