Budget, Economics, Politics Will Play Role In Unemployment Numbers In Central Valley

More and more people are moving from expensive coastal towns and cities in California to the more affordable Central Valley regions - where homes and other amenities can be had at a fraction of the price of what it cost to live in the Bay Area. Just parking your car alone is hundreds in a large city.

The majority of the California State Budget is directed towards Education and Low-Income Aide ... both worthy things to spend money on. Those are where you see a majority of cuts when the gap to balance the budget is so wide. California has tried to pocket huge sums of money through Marijuana legislation - and possibly Online Poker for California residence. Both, if allowed to flourish,  would bring multiple millions of dollars in tax revenue - but at a high price in terms of morality and public image.

Chances are the state is going to have to rely on the Federal Government (or your tax dollar) to continue to loan money to the State and be extremely liberal on payback of that debt. Furthermore, the state will have to rely on long term, sustainable growth that helped develop the information age we all have been enjoying for the last 20 years.

If the state can manage to stay afloat and not tax businesses, students and YOU - to the point that you would want to leave this great state ... as even the 'cheapest' parts of California are quite expensive compared to most other places in the country. Hopefully we can all make it through this together, and make California a great place to live and raise a family.

The key cities in the central valley that would benefit the most from economic recovery would be Modesto, Stockton, Tracy and the surrounding area. Stockton has sports facilities that are some of the newest in the area and have had acts like Bob Dylan and Snoop Dogg perform. There are many jobs available in Stockton - but always be prepared to compete with many other applicants for the time being.

Tracy and the outlying area is one of the most popular places to live for people that work in Livermore, San Jose, San Francisco and the Bay Area. Home prices were extremely high during the peak years, but now they are back into the levels where it makes sense for a Bay Area Family to move to Tracy ... especially larger families where cost of living is high even for 6-Figure earners. Jobs in Tracy, CA tend to be more serviced based or educational - as most of the technical jobs are in the Bay Area.

Modesto, CA is in a great location for those that work in nearby areas. The city has grown much like Stockton has over the years, however - there is still a strong agricultural presence in the area thanks to successful companies like Gallo Wines and Foster Farms. There is a 'nightlife' in Modesto that helps high margin liquor sales going all year. Bartending, waiting tables and other gratuity type jobs are always a good option. From experience, a great place to work is Del Rio Country Club in North Modesto. Stop by and put in your application - they have many positions that come available during the year. For more, try this list of jobs in Modesto California.

There will be financial and political gridlock in California over the next few years, however if the people keep doing there best to survive - the best days are coming for California residences, especially the unemployed.

Real Estate Jobs Still A Good Option For Valley Job Hunters

Flashback 4 or 5 years ago and the Real Estate business was flourishing in the valley. Not only was selling homes profitable commissions - contracting, construction, furniture, and insurance were other industries that benefited from lots of homes trading hands.

Then it all seemed to come to an end.

Barring any outside forces, it appears as if the home market in the Central Valley has reached its lows. We are now seeing Real Estate agents and related businesses hiring more employees to handle some of the increasing demand. The industry is now less desirable than it was in years past, making it easier to find a position compared to hotter job trends. Competition to sell homes is still high and fierce - but a good agent should be able to make money in any environment.

PMZ Real Estate, among others, regularly hire in the Central Valley - often referred to as the 'Foreclosure Capitol of the World'

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Applebee's Restaurant Manager Job - Tracy, CA

The Applebee's Resturants I've been to in and around Northern California have always been rocking, and to be honest, I think they would be a fun place to work. The company currently has a Restaurant Manager position available in Tracy, CA. Keep in mind that you must have a minimum of two years restaurant management experience (preferably casual dining) to join the Applebee's management team.

According to the job description, they offer a competitive salary, but they don't disclose the amount. Applebee's does spell out a very nice benefits package which includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, Disability insurance, Monthly bonus program, 401(k), and - the best of all Vacation. What I really like about the job is the 5 day work week, which might also mean you won't have to work over 40 hours a week. You will also see jobs available from Applebee's on the web under their company name, Apple by the Bay.


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Summer Employment in the Central Valley Region

As school takes a break for the summer many students and graduates will be looking for a job this summer. Many are only looking for temporary positions as they will return to school a few months from now and some are looking to start a career.

It happens to be at a time when the entire worlds economy is making a comeback from the recession that was lead by high gasoline prices and home values. California plays a vital role in not only the United States economy, but the entire world .. as the wealth of this state is larger than most countries. This state will play a large role in bringing wealth back to the entire world, not just California.

With that, employers are starting to see the more positive attitude of consumers in the Valley. If you walk through the Weberstown Mall or Sherwood Mall in Stockton, CA - you notice far more shoppers with bags of goodies than 12 months ago. Stores have closed, but the ones that survived are quality establishments or new ones that want to make a name for themselves in the community. What does this mean for you?

Jobs.

When customers have to tighten their belts and spend less, they don't mind standing in line a little longer and getting top notch customer service - they just want to save money. But imagine if money wasn't the top priority in your decision making! You want the cleanest store, the nicest staff and you don't want to wait in long lines because there are only 2 people working the store. Businesses know this, both old and new - and they are starting to hire more people. Which is good news for you!

Pacific University, Delta College, Stanislaus State, UC Merced and the high schools and colleges in the valley will be getting out soon for the summer. If you are currently looking for a job, now is the time to aggressively start applying for open positions!! These students are worried about final exams and tests ... not getting a job yet, and they will be entering the job market soon - making it even tougher to get a job.

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