Would you hire me?
As an Entry-level IT Specialist, I have 1 year of IT experience, and 3 years of Customer Service experience coupled with a BBA in Computer Information Systems. I have the ability to design and implement computer information systems or to work as a System Analyst, Network Analyst, or IT Technician. My last position was at XYZ where I held the position of Admin/Tech Support (IT Specialist). I performed routine IT functions including basic system and network administration, troubleshooting peripherals, loading software, and running routine jobs. My prior work experience includes 1 year of IT experience gained from my position as an IT Specialist at XYZ; 3 years of Customer Service experienced gained from my position as a furniture Customer Service Adjuster for ABC; and over 15 years of personal IT experience gained from personal hands on experience, books, and educational coursework. A week after my Supervisor and Mentor at XYZ left, our email address got blacklisted due to a virus in one of our users system. I worked with our third party network administrator to come up with a quick fix so we could restore the email system asap; then we worked on a permanent solution which we had implemented within 2.5 days. I hold a BBA in Computer Information Systems I left XYZ to pursue better IT opportunities and because the last six months of my employment were not conducive to my career goals within the organization. I am looking for a challenging, responsible, and rewarding entry-level IT position that provides an opportunity for advancement and professional growth.
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Hi! Is this a career change? I don\'t think you should make a big mystery about what you were doing for the last 20 years. Lots of people start new things...it\'s not a problem, just put the employer at ease...be positive (you know yourself and what you want), not apologetic. I would also probably mention how much you like helping people who have trouble working with computers. Best Wishes!
thanks for your comment!
it is kind of a career change...in 2006 i was laid off from a company where i had been for 11 years....i was at that company when i got my degree, but i never had a chance to work in the area of my degree...i love your suggestion to mention how i like helping people who have trouble working with computers...i was the unofficial techie at that company...helping people with various computer issues...thanks for reminding me...
-DR-