ëLocal Government Channel Jobsí - a Monster hit for the Public Sector

Local Government Channel has launched a new online public sector job search facility on www.localgovernmentchannel.com. The interactive job search function, which is powered by Monster.co.uk, will not only be a resource for those looking for a job in the public sector, but will enable prospective employees to get career advice in the form of online articles and videos.

According to research released by the Office for National Statistics last month, 80,000 jobs in the public sector have been cut since June 2005 and pay is rising at the slowest rate for almost a decade. Therefore, it is more important than ever for potential candidates to have access to the right advice and resources to both find and secure their next position.

The website will enable users to browse and apply for public sector jobs and also let them post their CV which can then be searched by thousands of employers. After a user has registered, personal emails will be sent to them informing them of relevant jobs. Employers too can make use of the site, as they are able to post jobs online. There is also an extensive range of council videos that Local Government Channel has already produced which will give good insight to those interested in associated roles.

Stephen Horn, CEO of the Local Government Channel, said of the project: ìFor the first time, seekers of a job in the public sector will have an online job portal where they can not only find a new job, but find all the advice and resources they need to ensure they are one step ahead of other candidates.î

Julian Acquari, Managing Director Monster UK and Ireland commented, ìWe are delighted to be launching this alliance with The Local Government Channel - a key relationship that will allow visitors to localgovernmentchannel.com to benefit from access to Monster's wide range of Public Sector job opportunities, career information and interview advice. We look forward to building on the strength of this alliance to further support the job seeking requirements of localgovernmentchannel.com visitors.