Career News

Keeping your job search a secret from the boss BOSTON, MA -- Q. I'm applying for a new position, but don't want my boss to know. Is there such a thing as a confidential job search? A. You're wise to be concerned about confidentiality when it comes to job hunting. Looking for a new opportunity while employed can put your current position at risk. As cautious as you may be, you need to be prepared for your search to be exposed. Develop the response you would use if your boss was to find out.

Many people want to tell their office colleagues they are starting a search for a new job. But sharing such information can put them in a difficult position if they are approached by an inquisitive manager. Decide whether it's in your best interest, or theirs, for you to go public about your situation prior to accepting an outside offer. When you update your resume, use a personal e-mail address and your cell or home phone number. Complete this work on your own time and don't make copies of your resume at the office.

LinkedIn can be used effectively for people with jobs who are looking for jobs. So make sure to update your LinkedIn profile. Use "confidential" in the subject line of any e-mails related to a job search. Make sure to you use the confidentiality feature when posting your resume on career sites and job boards.

Jones Career Development

Career Development provides career employment assistance to its students and alumni as well as employee candidate assistance for employers seeking to hire College students and alumni.

For Students and Alumni:

Career development assistance is a free, lifetime service available to students and alumni of the College.

Available services include, but may not necessarily be limited to:

identification of career options and opportunities
preparation of cover letters and resumes
locating potential employers
preparation of employment interviews

Students and alumni in need of career development assistance should register with Career Development. Registration can be accomplished online by clicking here; or calling 904-743-1122, extension 143, if in the greater Jacksonville, Florida area; or 1-800-331-0176, extension 143 if located outside of the Jacksonville, Florida geographical area.

Appointments are encouraged but walk-ins are accepted at both of the on-ground Campuses.

For Employers:

Career development assistance is a free service available to employers wishing to hire students and alumni of the College.

Available services include, but may not necessarily be limited to:

making employment position openings available to students and alumni
participation in on-ground campus Career Fairs

Employers should register with Career Development. Registration can be accomplished online by clicking here; or calling 904-743-1122, extension 143, if in the greater Jacksonville, Florida area; or 1-800-331-0176, extension 143 if located outside of the Jacksonville, Florida geographical area.

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