Dec. 20th Another OMG Moment!

Okay, okay!  I haven't posted in a while.  I do have a "second" interview tomorrow, so at least one company was impressed enough to call me back. Not my typical "thanks but no thanks" email response -- and that is even before they meet me.  After the interview --- silence!  I guess companies are afraid to contact a candidate because they might catch whatever disease the candidate has that have put them on unemployment.

HELLO FOLKS ... unemployment is not a contagious disease.  Well, hmmm, maybe it is contagious.  I mean, really, where there is one case you'll usually find five more ready to follow quickly.

Anyway, I digress.  Even though I have a second interview scheduled, I still need to continue my active job search in order to keep my unemployment benefits flowing....well, they are more like a trickle, but I still want to get the payments.  I can't even say check because you are paid on a "prepaid debit card" basis.  As long as you file your continued claim, they drop a little money on your card and you can use it pay for things anywhere VISA is accepted.  Cool, huh?  Not so cool I want to keep on it for the long term, but for now, it's kinda nice.  Actually, I had a nurse at my daughter's pediatricians office say how much she liked the picture on the card.  So much better than the ugly card her bank had given her.  I told her, "lose your job; it's the unemployment card."  She quickly retracted the comment and said she liked it but not enough to get her own.  Agreed!

So, while searching the job posting today, I came across this doosey.  It is for a Director of Marketing. Director mind you.  I believe that is a pretty high level position, usually above manager.  So, I was intrigued and read the entire post.

Wow, this is great ... they want 10+ years experience, so the competition won't be so bad.  Plus they want all kinds of marketing program knowledge, so I won't be up against all the college grads for this one.  Cool.
So, here is the entire posting direct from Craigslist:

Due to tremendous and dynamic growth, EDGAR Online, Inc. is currently searching for a Director of Marketing/Communications. The ideal individual will possess a high level of energy, hands-on marketing and communications experience with at least 10 years of experience. This position is responsible for the execution of EDGAR Online marketing programs including online and traditional marketing campaigns, external presence including website, social media and sales collateral, and online and physical events. This position requires experience with both direct and partner marketing programs. The individual in this role will be responsible for the following:
* Develop and manage all external aspects of EDGAR Online brand - website, collateral, social media, campaigns and events
* Manage marketing activities with partners
* Develop and execute marketing programs and campaigns that drive awareness and revenue from conception through reporting and analysis
* Optimize campaign and program performance through continuous testing and monitoring
* Work closely with product groups to develop collateral and presentation materials
* Work closely with sales to define revenue-generating campaigns and programs
* Manage outside vendor relationships
* Work within defined budgets

Job Requirements:
The ideal candidate will possess the following background and skill-set: * 10+ years experience, preferably in one of the following areas: financial services; data products; or enterprise software
* Minimum Bachelor's degree or equivalent
* Experience in managing partner marketing programs
* Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
* Experience in online marketing including social media
* Experience working in collaborative sales processes and product development
* Experience managing a diverse set of vendors
* Collaborative nature, customer-service-oriented, can-do attitude, sense of both urgency and humor
* Comfort working across a diverse organization and on cross-disciplinary teams
* Ability to adapt to changing dynamics in the marketplace
* Proficiency in Microsoft suite, including Excel and Power Point
We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits including matching 401(k), medical, dental and life insurance, both short and long term disability, and many more.

AND NOW FOR THE OMG MOMENT YOU'VE ALL BEEN WAITING FOR ....

·         Location: Baltimore

·         Compensation: 12.50 hour

·         Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster.

·         Please, no phone calls about this job!

·         Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.

THAT'S RIGHT $12.50 AN HOUR FOR 10+ YEARS EXPERIENCE!  THAT'S A WHOPPING $1.25 AN HOUR FOR EACH YEAR OF EXPERIENCE -- IF YOU ONLY HAVE 10 YEARS.  IF YOU HAVE 12-1/2 YEARS EXPERIENCE -- THAT'S $1 FOR EACH YEAR!!!!!

You'd be better of asking, "Do you want fries with that?" because it will be a lot less headaches and you won't be held responsible for sales fall.

Remember, as I always say, "better me that you" especially in this crazy job market.  Yikes, $12.50- for 10 years experience, I can't hardly believe it.  I actually read and reread the posting to make sure I wasn't seeing things.  I looks like companies are using the economy as an excuse to rip off employees!

Alert!!!  Company owners and hiring managers, just because the economy is bad doesn't mean that prospective employees don't need to make a decent living.  PLEASE, PLEASE STOP TRYING TO GET SOMETHING FOR NOTHING.  It is totally frustrating to those of us willing to put in an honest day's work.  In exchange, we would like an honest day's pay.  Not what you would pay the 14 year old down he street to babysit your dog while you go have an expensive dinner!!