Suspicious Job Ad

Date: Wednesday, January 06, 2010 4:21 AM

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For years I have covered job ads that have the appearance of excluding
American workers. This one by Susan Russo & Associates on Monster definitely
qualifies. [all links below]

An employer is looking for a contractor that will have the title of "Global
Form Designer". It s an odd title that has little to do with the skills
required. Computer programmers often use the term "global" but in that context
it has nothing to do with globalization -- or immigration.

Most of the requirements are typical for somebody with database and web design
experience: XML, Visual Basic, SQL, HTML, and other computer skills such as
knowing how to use Word and Adobe Acrobat. These are skills that are fairly
generic and commonplace, so it s no surprise that the education required is
for a Bachelor s or Associate s degree or some other type of technical degree.
It would be difficult to argue that there are shortages of these types of
workers in the Bay area, especially considering there are probably plenty of
kids out of high school that could probably do this job.

There are only a few specific requirements that grab the eye -- like this one
in bold letters: "ONLY LOCAL SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA CANDIDATES WILL BE
CONSIDERED". So, either they love San Francisco people or they don t want to
pay for moving expenses. You pick the reason!

The following requirement might sound tough but actually requires only average
programming and language skills to perform. Designing forms depends very
little on the subject if the specifications are adequately defined, which is
always the case with low level programming positions. The use of the word
"immigration" raises some flags:

Candidate s primary task will be to create and maintain
immigration-related forms and questionnaires (for US
and many other countries) using proprietary
methodologies and established protocols.

In case American applicants haven t gotten the hint yet, near the end of the
ad the the hammer is dropped with code words that appear to be telling
applicants that Americans need not apply:

Familiarity with U.S. and / or global immigration a big plus.

So, just what kind of people live in the SF Bay area that have technical
skills, and that have any familiarity with immigration? Certainly not the few
American programmers that are still living there!

LINKS:

web version of newsletter:
http://blog.vdare.com/archives/2010/01/06/suspicious-job-ad

http://jobview.monster.com/Database-Global-Form-Designer-Job-San-Francisco-CA-US-83570367.aspx
Database - Global Form Designer

http://www.srajobs.com/
Susan Russo and Associates Website

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Global_variable
Global variable

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http://jobview.monster.com/Database-Global-Form-Designer-Job-San-Francisco-CA-US-83570367.aspx

Database - Global Form Designer
About the Job

PLEASE NOTE: ONLY LOCAL SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA CANDIDATES WILL BE CONSIDERED

Job Summary

Company

Susan Russo & Associates

Location

San Francisco, CA 94105

Industries

Computer Software
Legal Services
Computer/IT Services

Job Type

Full Time
Employee

Years of Experience

2+ to 5 Years

Education Level

Associate Degree

Career Level

Experienced (Non-Manager)

Salary

Competitive hourly compensation DOE

Look no further!! Come check this company out!! This small software company,
with a national clientele, continues to grow and seeks a talented GLOBAL FORM
DESIGNER to join their team. The company, located in San Francisco, offers an
energetic, dynamic and fun business casual work environment. It is close to
BART and close to the Ferry Building and Muni.

The individual chosen will work with a skilled, experienced and respected team
and become an integral part of their success. This position includes an
outstanding benefits package and the opportunity for continued education,
additional certifications and strong career growth. Non-exempt position -
eligible for overtime. Ready to hire NOW!!

TO APPLY: Please email your cover letter and resume as a WORD document
attachment and your target hourly salary requirements. Interviews will take
place in our client s San Francisco office. SF Bay area candidates only.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The ideal candidate will be motivated, enthusiastic and ready for new
challenges and opportunities. Candidate s primary task will be to create and
maintain immigration-related forms and questionnaires (for US and many other
countries) using proprietary methodologies and established protocols.

Candidate will map data between database and specific form and questionnaire

fields using SQL stored procedures. A critical eye for formatting and layout
is required, as well as meticulous attention to detail. Candidate will test
his or her work, identify possible issues, and document solutions for bugs &
fixes.

In addition, candidate will participate on project teams for new and revised
product interfaces, complete special projects involving online government
forms, test new database and application software prior to release, and will
optimally draft and proof tutorials and quick reference guides for end-users.

REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor's or Associate s degree with a preference for Computer Science,

Information Technology or a related technical degree.

Intermediate knowledge of Adobe Acrobat Pro 8.0 and Adobe LifeCycle Designer

a plus.

Familiarity with XML desired.

Familiarity with Visual Basic formatting functions desired.

Familiarity with HTML and Visual Studio desired.

Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word (2003 and newer) desired.
Requires excellent oral and written interpersonal communication skills with a

strong positive team-oriented attitude. Must be able to speak effectively with
both non-technical end-users as well as IT professionals.

Demonstrated experience in problem resolution and technical problem

identification.

Help-desk and / or technical customer support representative ( CSR / TSR

) experience a strong plus.

SQL experience - intermediate skill level required. The right candidate must

be comfortable working in Management Studio in SQL 2005 / SQL 2008, writing
queries, and writing stored procedures.

Must understand database structures and relationships.
Requires strong attention to detail, outstanding resourcefulness,

flexibility, and the ability to work independently as well as within a team
setting.

Comfortable with working in a large shared office space with individual work-

stations.

Typical work hours are 8:30 5:00, Monday- Friday. Some OT required.

Familiarity with U.S. and / or global immigration a big plus.

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