The appealing thing about the Indiana Job Bank is that it includes all types and all levels of jobs. It is not unusual to log in and see a lifeguard job for a state pool on one page, and a chief pharmacist position at a state hospital on the next page. There are comprehensive search and filtering functions, so you will not see jobs that do not interest you if you search correctly.

The Job Bank is also centralized in terms of the application process. Job seekers only have to fill out one main application that details all of their qualifications, experience, and references. Once that profile is created, applications can be submitted with a few clicks.

Once you are comfortable with the State of Indiana Job Bank, it can be a complement to your other job searching activities. If you know there is a particular state government office in your area, you can check in periodically for those specific types of jobs. Overall, the state has put together a streamlined system for checking jobs, so Indiana residents should take advantage and they could end up with a stable government position.

Licensing

There are three main types of Indiana Educator Licenses, and the one for teachers is the instructional license. The requirements can be met and applied for by applicants with different backgrounds, including out of state teachers and new in state teachers. Depending on your background, testing might be involved including the Pre Professional Skills Test (PPST) and the Praxis 2 test for specific subject areas. Check the Indiana Department of Education website for the exact requirements you might need.

The second type of educator license is an Administration License for those seeking to be involved with the day to day running of schools. Finally, job seekers might want to look into a school services license, which can apply to jobs such as being a school nurse, school counselor, school social worker, or school psychologist.

Standards

Indiana is known for having some of the highest teaching standards in the country, and there is an expectation for teachers and those working in education to understand them and seek to implement them. There are constant updates made by The Professional Standards Advisory Board, and new information on standards can be found on the Indiana Department of Education website.

Whether it is a teaching or other school related position you are seeking, these few steps should be examined before searching for jobs. There might be a possibility of using past experience or certifications towards your licenses, and sometimes you only might need to fill out an application. Either way, it is worth it to gain access to an in demand job market that you can feel good about.

Here are some of the types of jobs to look for in a college town:

• Administration. Working directly for the schools themselves can offer stability. There are many offices involved in running a school, and they often need support. Particularly, many schools hire telephone reps to call alumni and ask for donations.
• Maintenance and Construction. For those with handyman or construction experience, be on the lookout for these jobs in college towns. Dorms are constantly in need of repair, and schools expand with new construction projects all the time.
• Transportation. Almost any school of a decent size has shuttle buses running throughout campus, and they are often in need of drivers. In addition, third party transportation such as private buses and taxi services are more common in college towns.
• Food Services. One thing students do best is eat. College towns often have a main strip of bars and restaurants that you can go to in person and apply. It is a good way to get a lot of applications in at once and make a personal impression.

If you live near a college, there could be many opportunities right in your town. Grab school newspapers and other local publications at college hangouts and check for job listings. If you are willing to work in various types of jobs, it can give you some traction on your search.

Indiana Employment Statistics

There are various places on the Internet where a person can look up Indiana employment statistics. These include the websites of the Indiana Department of Workforce Development and the Bureau of Labor Statistics of the Unites States Department of Labor. Information on employment in Indiana is important for job seekers, employers, educators, and economic developers.

For job seekers, data on employment statistics in Indiana are important for information on career assistance, the occupations, the labor force, and Indiana Career Connect. For employers, employment statistics data are vital with regards to demographics, area profiles, income and wages, employer’s services, and education. For economic developers, the data on employment are essential with regards to education, economic indicators, demographics, area profiles, industry, income and wages, labor force, and occupations.

And important source of information on employment statistics in Indiana is the Local Area Unemployment Statistics (LAUS) program of the Bureau of Labor Statistics. LAUS is a statistical program that computes the annual and monthly average estimates for employment, labor force, unemployment and unemployment rate for several areas. Labor force is the sum of the employed and the unemployed. These areas include states, census regions and divisions, metropolitan divisions, metropolitan areas, combined areas, micropolitan areas, counties, small labor market areas, cities, and county equivalents.

Projections on employment and the unemployment rate are also important for federal programs that provide certain benefits. These include the Emergency Food and Shelter Program, Workforce Investment Act, Public Works Program, Food Stamp limitation waivers, Labor Surplus Area Designation Program, and the Temporary Emergency Food Assistance Program.

The projected increase in job creation has been in the lower level job arena.  These include retail sales, customer service representatives, fast food, cashiers, and custodians.  These jobs require few or no skills at the time of application and are well suited for those who are just getting out of high school and don’t intend to go on to college.

For those who do plan to attend college, these stepping stone jobs are a good way to make additional income during the college years, but focus should be on receiving a doctoral degree.  The fastest growing jobs available are as postsecondary teachers, which is at the top of 30 other positions that will require the same degree.

According to the US Bureau of Labor, the 10 fastest growing jobs available that require a bachelor degree are:

• Network Systems and Data Communications,
  
• Analyst
• Computer Applications Software Engineer
• Personal Financial Advisor
• Substance Abuse and Behavioral Disorder Counselor
• Financial Analyst
• Forensic Science Technician
• Computer Systems Analyst
• Database Administrator
• Computer Systems Software Engineer
• Network and Computer Systems Administrator.

Indiana is going digital and the best jobs available are reflecting this.  Even in this arena the best jobs include starting out at entry level, going to school part time and receiving an associates or bachelor degree and moving up within the company. Many companies are willing to pay for this additional education, especially if you prove to be valued employee at the entry level.

When performing the job search, an ex-felon needs to keep in mind that he or she will need to work in a place where they can prove that they are reformed.  This is accomplished most often when working side by side with the owner or general manager of the business.  Thus it would make sense to seek out small companies.

You will also want to look for employment in jobs where your felony conviction has no bearing on the type of work involved.  For instance, if you were convicted of neglect of a dependent, you should not apply for  work in a daycare, nursing home, or school.  Likewise, you will be hard pressed to find work in a convenience store, or retail establishment if you were convicted of robbery.

One of the best bets for the male felon, and many females as well, are jobs that involve construction.  Not only will the ex-felon be able to prove that they are worthy of the job, they can and will progressively gain skills in the field that may assist them in future jobs.  Perhaps eventually the ex-felon will then be in a position to start and run their own company using the skills they have acquired.

This series of posts will deal with the Indiana jobs that are available and how that relates to you. The jobs can be out there, but if you’re not prepared to get a good job, you’re not ready to go the distance and improve your life.

If you follow the news, you know that jobs are scarce all over the country. The good news is that there are good Indiana jobs available, quite a few actually. Sometimes it’s all about knowing how to look for them, and more importantly how to land them.

This blog will help you (step by step) to find the best of the Indiana jobs available. If you’re ready to take hold of your career and move forward in life, now’s the time to take action. You won’t get anywhere sitting down and doing nothing.

The fact that you’re here reading this blog is a good sign, though. It means you have initiative. And that’s important when you want to find a good job – in Indiana or anywhere else in the country for that matter.

If you have questions or concerns about finding a job in Indiana, leave a comment below. It’s free and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible to see if we can help you land the job of your dreams right here in Indiana.