Thursday, January 27, 2011

You Do Not Meet The Requirements Of The Position

So, J's mom offered to watch Sam a few days a week if I was interested in getting a part-time job.  I thought this would be a great opportunity to get out of the house a few days a week and also bring in some money since we just got all of our MASSIVE hospital bills from having Sam.

Anyway...I completed an online application at Kohls and JCPenney.  The JCPenney application requires you to answer a 50 question skill assessment quiz.  I asked J to help me since he has worked in retail for a gazillion years.  No problemo, right?  I mean, not to sound conceited but I have a college degree and worked in a corporate environment for 8 plus years.  I've done customer service and coached and developed associates. I'm a fast learner and am good at taking direction.  I don't think I'd have a problem working as a "Replenishment Associate". 

J and I answer the questions one by one.  We talk them through.  We made informed choices.  We finally get through all 50.  I click submit and...JCPenney tells me that based on my answers I do NOT meet the requirements of the position.  I failed the test!  I FAILED!  J couldn't stop laughing.  I wanted to drive to the store with my resume and speak to the manager.  JCPenney says I can apply again in 180 days...as if I'd be more qualified at that time.

I'm not holding my breath on a call back from Kohls...

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