Aaron Garcia is a recruiter for the U.S. Census Bureau. He said, "We're hiring in every city, everywhere. We need people counted." He was hoping 400 people would show up to apply and take the short test but only about 100 came in. Garcia said, "I think it's a great opportunity for the community that we're offering these jobs."
Garcia said most of the 2010 census jobs pay competitively, $15.50 an hour, but he's having a hard time filling the openings in the South Valley. In Fresno and the North Valley, the census jobs are going quickly. Garcia added, "Because of the current state of the economy a lot of people are looking for work and they're very happy we have these jobs even though they're temporary anything can help." As for those rare "now hiring" signs, we found a couple in Fresno. The new CVS store on Peach and Kings Canyon opens in March. And at the Taco Bell on Jensen near Highway 99, managers say they're always accepting applications. The number of open positions at either don't rival the whopping 1 million the government needs to fill for next year's census but they could provide more long-term employment.
If you would like to apply for a census job there is still plenty of time and openings. You can call the Bureau's toll free number for more information, 866-861-2010.
Related Links:
U.S. Census Bureau Homepage
The U.S. Census Bureau is recruiting temporary part-time census takers for the 2010 Census. The pay is good, the hours are flexible, and the work is close to home. Census taker jobs are excellent for retirees, college students, persons who want to work part-time, persons who are between jobs, or just about anyone who wants to earn extra money while performing an important service for their community.
Census Employment Application
Complete the application, print it, and bring it along with you to your scheduled testing session.
Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification
Complete this form, print it, and bring it along with you to your scheduled testing session. Note the approved forms of identification you are required to bring with you to the testing session.
Census Practice Test
This booklet contains a practice test which is designed similar to the actual test, to measure skills, abilities, and knowledge required to perform a variety of census jobs.
Prueba de Práctica del Censo
Este folleto contiene una prueba de práctica semejante en su diseño al examen verdadero, para medir destrezas, habilidades y conocimientos requeridos para desempeñar una variedad de trabajos en el censo.
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