FAQs
FOR JOB SEEKERS 1. I am not a Jamaican - How do I go about obtaining a work permit to work in Jamaica FOR EMPLOYERS 1. How long does it take for jobs I post to be listed on the site? FOR JOB SEEKERS I am not a Jamaican - How do I go about obtaining a work permit to work in Jamaica? <<BACK The Work Permit Section of the Ministry of Labour and Social Security is responsible for the administration of the Foreign Nationals and Commonwealth Citizens (Employment) Act and the Caribbean Community Free Movement of Skilled Persons Act (Copies of the acts are available at the Jamaica Printing Services. These Office of the Prime Minister on the Laws and Regulation Website) - http://www.mlss.gov.jm/pub/index.php?artid=17What are the requirements for registerig with EJAM? <<BACK Online Registration - requires an updated resume and a headshot photograph (video resume optional) - http://www.employmentjamaica.com/jbkseeker/RegisterJobseeker.php.In office registration requires:
Do I have to pay to register with EJAM? <<BACK Online - it is FREE to create an account and post your resume/photograph on our website – www.employmentjamaica.com.In Office – registration fee JA$1,500 (US$20.00) to cover some of the pre-screening costs (skills testing, critiquing of resumes, copying and scanning of documents). We also offer an optional Preferred Member Registration Service - http://www.employmentjamaica.com/membership.html. How do I upload, or create my resume on employmentjamaica.com? <<BACK First you will need to fill in the “New Jobseeker Sign up form; next create a profile by filling in “Create New Resume” form; then upload your resume in a Text or Word document format. You also have the option to upload your photograph and a video resume.Will my skills be tested? <<BACK To ensure that you're the right candidate for a specific job, we may assess your skills and characteristics in order to place you in an environment in which you'll be successful.How long will it take to place me in a position? <<BACK It depends on the needs of our clients as well as your marketability, including your skills, availability and flexibility.How will I find the job I need online? <<BACK When employers post jobs, they are requested to place their job opening under a specified category. The jobseeker is able to use the search tool within that category to locate a particular job title.What overseas programs do you offer? <<BACK Currently the majority of our placements are in the U.S. We offer seasonal employment for skilled and unskilled workers on an H2B work Visa; the Summer Work/Travel and Training/Intern Program for college students on the J1 Visa. We also place candidates in United Kingdom and Canada.What are the requirements for the H2B Visa? <<BACK You qualify for an H-2B visa if you are going to the United States to accept a temporary or seasonal non-agricultural job from an U.S. employer. You may apply if you have the correct background, skills or natural abilities needed by the employer. H-2B visas are targeted at skilled and unskilled workers. http://www.usimmigrationsupport.org/visa_h2b.htmlWhat are the requirements for the J1 Visa? <<BACK You meet the criteria for a J-1 exchange visitor visa if you are going to the United States as a student, scholar, trainee, teacher, professor, research assistant, medical graduate or international visitor who is participating in a program of studies, training research or cultural enrichment specifically designed for such individuals by the United States Department of State, through its Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs http://www.usimmigrationsupport.org/visa_j1.htmlWhat is a "Cap"? <<BACK The word "Cap" refers to annual numerical limitations set by Congress on the numbers of workers authorized to be admitted on different types of visas or authorized to change status if already in the United States. For FY 2006, the total annual numerical limit or cap is 66,000 - 33,000 for the Summer and 33,000 for the Winter Season. http://www.uscis.gov/graphics/services/tempbenefits/cap.htmWhat is the age limit for the overseas Work Program? <<BACK The age limit is generally 18-45, for the H2B Visa program and 18-30 for the J1 Program.When should you register for the U.S. H2B Work Program? <<BACK Due to the length of time it takes to process the H2B visa, we would suggest applying seven months in advance of the approximate work date arranged by the Employers. The J1 Visa takes less time to process.What is EJAM's cost for getting me a job under the H2B Visa? <<BACK For the H2B Program - We do not charge any placement fees - In January 2009, the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the US Department of Labor (DOL) released new rules governing the H-2B program. One of the major changes initiated is the inability for any recruiter, agent, attorney, or employer to charge an H2B worker a placement fee.Is it definite that I will be granted a Visa? <<BACK The H-2B is subject to INS and consulate approval, this is not a guaranteed visa.Am I able to work a second job? <<BACK No. The employer you will be working for is stamped on your visa documentation and therefore it is illegal to work for another employer.Do I have to find my own housing? <<BACK We arrange with employers to provide affordable housing, in close proximity to the job site.How long does it take for jobs I post to be listed on the site? <<BACK Once you are finished posting your job, it is sent to us for approval. After we approve your job posting, it is posted live on the site. The entire process is usually completed within two hours. If you do not see your posting live on the site within four hours, please contact us and we will check on the status of your posting.Will my company's name and contact information be seen by applicants when they view the job posting? <<BACK You can check a box to avoid applicants seeing the name and contact information of the company. When applicants respond to your job offer, they are directed to click on a link to apply to your posting. Once they do this, all of their contact information and resume are saved in your account mail box. You can access the information when you login to our site and click jobs on the menu bar.Why is some resume information hidden from view? <<BACK The reason why some of a candidate's resume information is hidden from view is that you have not purchased resume searching. If you have already purchased resume viewing and are still unable to view entire resume information please contact us at info@employmentjamaica.What is the cost to place a banner ad on your website? <<BACK Please click http://www.employmentjamaica.com/advertise.html to find out the current fee for advertising on our website.Is your site secure? <<BACK We do not sell your information. We have made the site as secure as possible. However, anytime you post personal information on the Internet you take a risk of having your information seen. We are not responsible for any information that is posted on our site.What is an H-2A and H-2B visa? <<BACK These are visas issued to non-immigrant workers allowing them to be employed in the United States for a period of less than 11 months. The H-2A visa is issued to temporary agriculture workers. The H-2B visa is issued to temporary non-agricultural workers such as housekeepers, food servers, kitchen helpers, landscapers, construction workers, etc.What steps are involved in applying for an H2B Petition? <<BACK Step 1: An application must be filed with the state labor office. The application must include proof that the employer's need for workers is temporary.Step 2: A labor certification must be obtained from the Regional Department of Labor stating that no U.S. workers are available to the employer. This step requires advertising in the local area newspaper. Step 3: A petition with the labor certification attached is filed with the USCIS. Step 4: The USCIS issues the Petition Approval and notifies the appropriate U.S. Consulate. Once I am assigned an overseas job, can I go ahead and make plans to travel? <<BACK Job offers are made prior to the completion of the visa approval process. A job offer does not guarantee visa approval; we highly recommend that you do not make travel arrangements, quit your job, and sell your car, etc. until you receive final approval. |