I am applying for a job that's posted as being based in Portland, ME. But, it doesn't list in the job descrption that the person must live in portland. it's for a bank that's in the ny area as well, so I want to apply because it's perfect for me and I am hoping that I can do it from a local office. PLUS, I am moving to the portland area in 9 months or so. Should I say anything about any of this in the cover letter? Should I mention we are moving? Should I ask if the job can be performed from home or another office, or should I just apply and see if they call?
emomma17
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I would just apply and see when they call, feel them out.
MCA1180
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those logistics can be worked out at a later date... I would just apply and see if they call too...
futuremrsfab
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I dont see a downside to mentioning that you are planning on moving there soon- that way if they need someone local they can consider that.
I am thinking about it and most of my company's job posts dont say that you must be local, yet, we toss anyone out of state's resume- unless of course they are willing to move hth
TrueLoveIn2008
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Thanks girls. I just wrote that I have plans to relocate to the area -- didn't say when. I just didn't want them to toss the resume like you said MB. It's a long shot but the description is perfect for me and my skills and I have to try!
MCA1180
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Good luck!
MrsHtobe
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Good luck Jenn! I would mention it in the letter
bonch20
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i agree, no harm in saying you'll be closer....shows you are open to change
TrueLoveIn2008
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Thanks girls!
marriedinmontauk
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you are moving to Maine!!!! Crazy... I lived there for a year. Portland has a lot of nice things about it. Great food.But is is very different!
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Posted by marriedinmontauk
you are moving to Maine!!!! Crazy... I lived there for a year. Portland has a lot of nice things about it. Great food.But is is very different!
We are actually planning to move to New Hampshire, on the Maine border. We are looking in the Dover / Rochester area, which is just north of Portsmouth. Where did you live? We loooooved Portland.
