Douglasville Unemployment Rate Rises, While County Rate Drops

The city's jobless rate reached 11 percent in February, much higher than the county rate of 8.8 percent.

Douglasville beat out Atlanta's unemployment rate, with the Douglas County seat recording an 11 percent jobless rate in Feburary. That was two-tenths of a percent better than the state capital. But the city's unemployment rate jumped almost one percent in a month, rising from 10.1 percent in January according to figures released today by the Georgia Department of Labor. And the jobless rate is just three-tenths of a percent better than a year ago. Out of the 15,487 people in the labor force, 1,701 of them were unemployed in February. Douglas County's unemployment rate was considerably better, with 8.8 percent of the workforce counted as jobless. The jobless rate dropped four-tenths of a percent from January. But that was scant comfort for …

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Local companies around Douglasville are currently hiring.

Gas prices are soaring and commuting is becoming more expensive. We want to help. Count on Douglasville Patch columnist Julie Paulk to provide you with local job leads. Job interview tip of the week: “Have goals. Maybe you don't have any idea where you want to be in a few years professionally but figure out something to say. If you don't and you're asked, you appear un-ambitious, which leads an interviewer to think you'd be a lazy employee,” according to howtonailaninterview.com. Store Manager Rite Aid is looking for a Store Manager with at least one year management experience. Candidates must be of age to legally sell alcohol and tobacco. If you are a team leader able to maintain vendor relationships, merchandise standards and able …

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Local businesses around Douglasville are currently hiring.

Gas prices are soaring and commuting is becoming more expensive. We want to help. Count on Douglasville Patch columnist Julie Paulk to provide you with local job leads. Job interview tip of the week: “Schedule the interview at a time that will not conflict with your working hours. Most interviewers will understand you not wanting to take off work at your current position to interview for other jobs,” according to www.jobinterviewquestions.org. Da Ke American Chinese Culture Center is looking for a Mandarin Teacher to teach kids and adults part time at their Hwy 5 location. Candidates must have at least one year teaching experience and be able to read and write Chinese and English. Apply online.  Olan Mills Portrait Studio is looking …

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Local businesses around Douglasville are hiring.

Gas prices are soaring and commuting is becoming more expensive. We want to help. Count on Douglasville Patch columnist Julie Paulk to provide you with local job leads. Job interview tip of the week: “As you arrive for you job interview, turn off your cell phone. Now you are completely focused on the interview and at no point will you be interrupted by a ringing phone! Using gadgets such as ipods or MP3 players while you wait for your interview gives the impression of a lack of interest and an unprofessional attitude,” according to Best-Job-Interview.com. Food Lion is looking for a Deli/Bakery Sales Manager. Candidates must be able to move items up to 1350 pounds with a pallet jack, be able to prepare all areas of the bakery and deli…

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Douglasville businesses are looking for new employees.

Gas prices are soaring and commuting is becoming more expensive. We want to help. Count on Douglasville Patch columnist Julie Paulk to provide you with local job leads. Job interview tip of the week:  “Assemble all necessary papers such as resume or personal data sheet (Know your resume well enough that you can discuss every line if necessary), licenses, Social Security card and/or military records, samples of work if relevant, list of questions you want to ask the interviewer about the job,” according to jobinterviewquestions.org. A Customer Service Associate is needed FedEx on Chapel Hill Rd. Candidates must pass a background check, be able to lift 55 pounds, and be able to work under pressure. Apply for this position online. A …

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Douglasville businesses are looking for new employees.

Gas prices are soaring and commuting is becoming more expensive. We want to help. Count on Douglasville Patch columnist Julie Paulk to provide you with local job leads. Job interview tip of the week: “Interviewers may ask their assistants for an opinion of the candidate. Make sure you are professional and polite to any support staff. View each contact you make in the company as a part of your job interview process,” according to Best-Job-Interview.com. Babies ‘R ‘Us is looking for a Sales Team Member to work at their Douglasville Blvd location. Part time and full time positions are available. Candidates must be friendly, motivated, and be able to work various shifts including weekends and early mornings. Apply for this position …

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Gas prices are soaring and commuting is becoming more expensive. We want to help. Count on Douglasville Patch columnist Julie Paulk to provide you with local job leads. Job interview tip of the week: “Go through the recommended interview questions to ask about the job itself, the management, the organization and, very importantly, what questions not to ask during the interview” according to BEST-JOB-INTERVEW.com. Old Navy is currently seeking a Logistics Associate to help with receiving inventory, maintaining cleanliness, and replenishing stock. Candidates must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and work evenings and weekend. Apply online.  T-Mobile is looking to hire a Retail Sales Associate. Candidates must enjoy working with …

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Local jobs around Douglasville.

Gas prices are soaring and commuting is becoming more expensive. We want to help. Count on Douglasville Patch columnist Julie Paulk to provide you with local job leads.  Job Tip of the Week: “One of the most essential tips for interviews is to make sure you know where you are going, how long it will take you to get to the company and who to ask for once you get there!” Read more tips online. Pizza Hut is looking for a Restaurant Manager for it’s Ridge Rd location. Candidates must be friendly and enjoy helping customers. Apply for this job online. Panda Express is looking for a Restaurant Manager in Douglasville. Benefits include 401K, medical insurance, discounts and more. Apply for this job online. Advance Auto Parts is ready to …

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Murray Jr

1:43 pm on Wednesday, January 12, 2011

Thanks. I was hoping you guys would start doing something like this.   more ›

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Gas prices are soaring and commuting is becoming more expensive. We want to help. Count on Douglasville Patch columnist Julie Paulk to provide you with local job leads. 1)Store Manager for Big Lots  Duties: Requirements: Contact: http://jobview.monster.com/Apply/Apply.aspx?JobID=94848774  or call 614-278-1767 2)Cabinet Shop Helper Requirements: Duties: Good entry level position for someone who wants to learn the cabinet business. Compensation: Pay based on experience.  Contact: job-e76gy-2130743164@craigslist.org Requirements: Requirements: This position may go full time depending on work but it is part time to start. Contact: job-tskes-2130735828@craigslist.org Requirements:  Benefits:  Contact: send resume to  job-3fmvm-2129721022@…

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