Unemployed U.S. Jobseekers Ages 50 and Older Totaled More Than 1.3 Million* in October, According to the U.S. Department of Labors Bureau of Labor Statistics Report Released Nov. 7
MIAMI, FL (PRWEB) November 7, 2003 -- Responding to the trends of rising retirement age among Americans, national unemployment figures for older workers, and U.S. companies needs for experienced workers, Retiree Services LLC launched the RetireeCareers.com online job board (www.RetireeCareers.com) to bring together jobseekers ages 50 and older and businesses seeking seasoned employees. According to the unemployment report released Nov. 7 by the U.S. Department of Labors Bureau of Labor Statistics, approximately 1.35 million* U.S. citizens ages 50 and older were unemployed and actively seeking jobs this October. The 50+" age group of unemployed jobseekers in October 2003 represents about 16.5%* of the total number of unemployed persons in the U.S. last month, up from 16.44%* in October 2002. RetireeCareers.com offers 50+" jobseekers free resume postings, job searches, and other services; and, the site offers free job postings and resume searches for employers seeking mature professionals.
RetireeCareers.com is the only public online job board focusing on the burgeoning 50+" age group that allows companies and recruiters to list job openings free of charge. It is also one of only a few online job boards focused on jobseekers ages 50 and older, a group that currently represents about 27% of the U.S. population, or 77 million people, according to the U.S. Census Bureaus Census 2000.
We created RetireeCareers.com to serve as a clearinghouse that connects experienced professionals with employers seeking senior-level workers," said the sites co-founder Chip Simmons. We saw the need for RetireeCareers.coms services because Americans are retiring later in life," he continued, additionally, the ‘50+ age group of unemployed U.S. jobseekers is substantial and U.S. companies are starting to see the value of employing seasoned workers."
RetireeCareers.coms free jobseeker services include the ability to search jobs and company listings; post resumes and be included in employer resume searches; store cover letters; and, access job search articles, advice columns, and other resources relevant to 50+" jobseekers. Jobseekers also have the option of subscribing to the sites members-only services, via a one-time fee of $79, providing specialized tools designed to help jobseekers more effectively market themselves. Subscription services include the following: a resume critique by 1stResumes.com, a professional resume-writing service; a higher rank in employer resume searches; the ability to create job search agents and track job applications; exclusive access to the sites JobIntel" messages from employers and recruiters, imparting company-specific insight regarding resumes and cover letters; a career coaching session from a Certified Coaching Network professional career coach; and, discounts on affiliated services -- from resume and cover-letter writing, to additional coaching sessions, to aptitude tests and professional certifications -- provided through sites alliances with some of nations top jobseeker service firms.
RetireeCareers.com estimates that approximately 1000 new job listings and about 100 new resume postings will be added to its site on a daily basis. Current job opportunities posted on RetireeCareers.com include openings in a variety of categories at several blue-chip firms such as Bank One Corporation, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Boston Scientific, Household International, Lockheed Martin, Millennium Pharmaceuticals, PriceWaterhouseCoopers, SBC Communications, and Sun Microsystems, among others. While RetireeCareers.coms content is geared to the 50+" jobseeker, people of all ages are welcome to use the sites services.
More Americans are living longer and healthier," said Simmons. He added, As a result of this trend, our traditional notions of ‘retirement are changing as we continue to work later in life, either due to choice or financial need. Additionally, our research shows that employers are now beginning to recognize the merit of hiring mature workers and, as the U.S. economy grows, older workers must fill increased labor demands. We believe that all of these factors make RetireeCareers a needed and valuable service for employers and jobseekers alike."
RetireeCareers.com is the premiere online source of U.S. jobs and career advice for jobseekers ages 50 and older. Based in Miami, FL, RetireeCareers.com will generate its revenues solely from jobseeker subscriptions to the sites members-only services. Retiree Services LLC, a limited liability company formed earlier this year, wholly owns RetireeCareers.com. For more information, media are welcome to visit www.RetireeCareers.com, or call or email the listed contacts.
*Not seasonally adjusted; SOURCE: Marisa DiNatale, Economist, Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, (202) 691-6453
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