Now Hiring: Job Openings in Merrick

Unemployment in both Nassau County and the Town of Hempstead increased slightly in November, according to statistics recently released by the state Department of Labor.

The town unemployment rate for the month was 7.3 percent, up from 7.1 percent in October. It was also 7.0 percent in November 2009. In Nassau, the unemployment rate rose to 7 percent, up from 6.8 percent in October and 6.7 percent in November 2009.

Those numbers aren't too pretty, but there are jobs out there–several right here in Merrick. Here are a few openings around town:

The Vine-Wine Bar

• Position: Barback/Janitorial Work
• Employee type: Part-time
• Requirements: Strong communication skills, ability to get along with others.
• Source: craigslist.org

Restaurant

• Position: Food Prep
• Employee type: TBA
• Requirements: Transportation, Nassau County Food Manager's Certificate. 
• Source: craigslist.org

Xtreme Gym

• Position: Front Desk
• Employee type: TBA
• Source: craigslist.org

AT&T

• Position: Assistant Store Manager
• Employee type: Full-time
• Requirements: Two years sales/customer service experience in the telecommunications or related industry, two years progressive sales experience in the telecommunications and/or retail industry, ability to work extended hours, including evenings and weekends and holidays.
• Source: att.com

Advance Auto Parts

• Position:  Commercial Account Manager 
• Employee type: TBA
• Requirements: 3-5 years outside business to business sales experience, 4 year degree preferred, or combination of additional sales experience and education, proficient in MS Office and CRM softwares. 
• Source: careers.peopleclick.com

Waldbaums

• Position: Pharmacy Clerk
• Employee type: Part-time
• Requirements:  Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Source: snagajob.com

TD Bank

• Position: Assistant Head Teller
• Employee type: Full-time
• Requirements: Prior experience in banking, prior supervisory experience, superior Customer Service and communication skills, sound judgement in decision making and problem solving, flexibility with your work availability.
• Source: jobsinnewyork.com