Cherokee County Unemployment Rate Falls to 6.9%
The Georgia Department of Labor says the jobless rate dropped two-tenths of a percent in February
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Thursday, March 28, 2013
Cherokee County Unemployment Rate Falls to 6.9%
The Georgia Department of Labor says the jobless rate dropped two-tenths of a percent in February.
Cherokee County's unemployment rate continued its downward trend last month. The rate in February dropped to 6.9 percent, down a hair from 7.1 percent in January and 7.8 in February 2012. Out of the county's 115,182 workers, 7,914 went without jobs last month, which is less than were counted as unemployed in January and February 2012. Cherokee's rate is the second lowest in the region, just behind Forsyth's rate of 6.4 percent. Other surrounding counties in the metro Atlanta area include: County Rate Bartow 9.0% Cherokee 6.9 Cobb 7.4 Douglas 8.8 Forsyth 6.4 Fulton 8.9 Paulding 7.8 Metro Atlanta 8.3 …
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Friday, March 8, 2013
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Cherokee Family Violence Center Searching for Help
Do you want to make an impact with women and children in need? This job is for you.
More people leave Cherokee for work than any other county in metro Atlanta. Do you want to work closer to home? The Cherokee Family Violence Center is looking for part-time workers to help out around the facility. Workers will interact with women and children, and will work overnights and weekends. Workers must be willing to clean their assigned areas. To apply for this position, fax your resume to (770) 479-2738. To peruse the Canton-Sixes Patch classifieds, click here. Don’t miss any of the local news you care about. Subscribe to Canton-Sixes Patch’s free newsletter, like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter.
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Tuesday, February 26, 2013
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Job Alert: Product Support Analyst
Can you troubleshoot software in your sleep? This Canton job may be for you.
More people leave Cherokee for work than any other county in metro Atlanta. Do you want to work closer to home? Insight Global is placing a product support analyist with a company in Canton. The analyst would be responsible for resolving problems with customer software and addressing customer's concerns about the software. Candidates must have an associate's degree, while a bachelor's degree is preferred. Candidates must also have two to three years of troubleshooting experience by phone, e-mail, or online portals. Candidates with experience with the SQL database are preferred. To apply for this job, click here. To peruse the Canton-Sixes Patch classifieds, click here. Don’t miss any of the local news you care about. Subscribe to Canton-…
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Monday, February 25, 2013
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Job Alert: Automotive Service Technician
Can you fix a car? A Canton car dealer is looking to expand its service department.
More people leave Cherokee for work than any other county in metro Atlanta. Do you want to work closer to home? Cherokee County Toyota is hiring an automotive service technician to work in its service department in Canton. The technician will be responsible for maintenance and repairs of Toyota vehicles. Candidates for this position must have a minimum of two years of experience in an automotive repair facility and must supply their own tools. Candidates must be able to pass a background check and supply a three year MVR. Candidates with ASE certifications are preferred. To apply for this position, click here. To peruse the Canton-Sixes Patch classifieds, click here. Don’t miss any of the local news you care about. Subscribe to Canton-…
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Friday, February 22, 2013
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Job Alert: Teller
The Bank of North Georgia is hiring in Canton.
More people leave Cherokee for work than any other county in metro Atlanta. Do you want to work closer to home? The Bank of North Georgia is hiring a teller for its Canton branch. The teller will be responsible for handling customer transactions, performing excellent customer service, and understanding bank security procedures. Candidates for this position must have six months of cash handling experience and a high school diploma or equivalent. Candidates must also be proficient with computers and possess an entry level knowledge of banking or customer service. To apply for this position, click here. To peruse the Canton-Sixes Patch classifieds, click here. Don’t miss any of the local news you care about. Subscribe to Canton-Sixes Patch’s …
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Thursday, February 21, 2013
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Job Alert: Sales Specialist
Can you close the deal? This Canton job opportunity is for you.
More people leave Cherokee for work than any other county in metro Atlanta. Do you want to work closer to home? Lowe's is hiring a sales specialist for its Canton store on Cumming Highway. The specialist will work in the inside lawn and garden section and be responsible for overall sales and merchandise maintenance of the department. Candidates must be able to perform basic math and respond appropriately to customer questions. Candidates must also be able to operate any equipment present in their work department. To apply for this position, click here. To peruse the Canton-Sixes Patch classifieds, click here. Don’t miss any of the local news you care about. Subscribe to Canton-Sixes Patch’s free newsletter, like us on Facebook and follow …
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Wednesday, February 20, 2013
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Job Alert: Medical Biller
A Canton billing company is providing this job opportunity.
More people leave Cherokee for work than any other county in metro Atlanta. Do you want to work closer to home? A growing billing company is hiring a medical billing specialist to work in Canton. The specialist will be responsible for providing excellent customer service, resolving past due claims, and be able to verify billing and insurance information. Candidates must be able to submit 40 to 60 clean and accurate claims. Candidates must also use modifiers and pointers correctly. Candidates with knowledge of the Eclipse billing system and Gateway Clearinghouse are preferred. To apply for this position, click here. To peruse the Canton-Sixes Patch classifieds, click here. Don’t miss any of the local news you care about. Subscribe to Canton…
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Tuesday, February 19, 2013
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Job Alert: Membership/Marketing Director
The Pruett YMCA in Canton is providing this job opportunity.
More people leave Cherokee for work than any other county in metro Atlanta. Do you want to work closer to home? The G. Cecil Pruett YMCA is hiring a membership/marketing director for its Canton headquarters. The director will be responsible for marketing the YMCA to prospective new members and shaping the overall member experience. Candidates must have a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and must have exceptional human relations and problem solving skills. Candidates must also have at least three years of experience as a membership director or a related field such as public relations or human resource management. To apply for this job, click here. To peruse the Canton-Sixes Patch classifieds, click here. Don’t miss any of the …
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Monday, February 18, 2013
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Job Alert: Information Systems Coordinator
Northside Hospital-Cherokee has expanded its Health Information Systems department and is looking for IT professionals.
More people leave Cherokee for work than any other county in metro Atlanta. Do you want to work closer to home? Northside Hospital-Cherokee is hiring an information systems coordinator to work in the Health Information Systems department. The coordinator will be responsible for overseeing a team of IT professionals and will allow you to implement cutting-edge technologies. Candidates for this position must have strong communications skills and the ability to manage multiple projects at the same time. Experience with McKesson Hospital Software products like STAR and Horizon Clinicals is a plus. To apply for this position, click here. To peruse the Canton-Sixes Patch classifieds, click here. Don’t miss any of the local news you care about. …
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