<html><head><meta http-equiv="content-type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8"></head><body dir="auto"><div><span></span></div><div><meta http-equiv="content-type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8"><div><span></span></div><div><meta http-equiv="content-type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8"><div>Hello Everyone,<div><div><br></div><div>The Polar Express train event runs out of the Saratoga Springs train station (26 Station Lane, Saratoga Springs, NY) mid November thru December. The ride mimics the story portrayed in the Polar Express book/movie. (Please see additional info from the Polar Express Event Coordinator via an attachment or link below.) </div><div><br></div><div>The event hires <b>lots</b> of local talent to participate in this fantastic seasonal job opportunity, in which you can earn great money AND have tons of fun while doing it!!! There is NO experience necessary to apply, however, applicants <b>MUST</b> be enthusiastic, friendly, outgoing AND energetic!!</div><div><br></div><div><div><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">The application process is new this year. If interested in employment, you will go on-line to apply. The site is as follows:</span></div><div><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div><a href="https://workforcenow.adp.com/jobs/apply/posting.html?client=iowapac&ccId=19000101_000001&type=MP&lang=en_US" style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><font color="#000000">https://workforcenow.adp.com/jobs/apply/posting.html?client=iowapac&ccId=19000101_000001&type=MP&lang=en_US</font></a></div></div><div><br></div><div><u>Below is some additional info you might find helpful:</u></div><div>*ALL individuals age 14 and UP are encouraged to apply as there's something fun for everyone! </div><div> Please note, however, that the NYS Dept of Labor has restrictions on the number of hours a </div><div> day 14 & 15 year olds can work.</div><div>*Salary depends on the job you are hired to do. In past years, starting salary has run $10 to</div><div> $12/hr and upward.</div><div>*This is a seasonal, part-time job for approximately 6 weeks.</div><div>*Train runs November 13 thru December 27, 2015. Orientation and training for employees will </div><div> begin approx a week prior to opening night.</div><div>*Train runs Tuesdays thru Sundays; closed Mondays.</div><div>*There are 2 runs a night - 5:30 pm and 7:30 pm.</div><div>*A run (from the Saratoga Springs train station to the North Pole, and back to Saratoga) is one</div><div> hour long.</div><div>*Positions are available <u>both</u> <b>on</b> and <b>off</b> the train. Some include:</div><div> +Characters from the Polar Express story: Chefs & Waiters</div><div> Conductors</div><div> Hobos</div><div> Elves</div><div> Santa </div><div> +Audio/Sound Technical Staff</div><div> +Cleaning/Maintenance </div><div> +On-board Kitchen Staff/Hot Cocoa Makers</div><div> +Ticket Sales/Will-Call Window</div><div> +Gift Shop</div><div> +Parking Attendants</div><div>*Time of arrival at work will depend on which job you are hired to do. Characters/actors may </div><div> need to arrive 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm, while other positions may need to be there by early/mid </div><div> afternoon. Most, if not all jobs will conclude around 9:00 pm.</div><div>*In order to put on a <b>GREAT</b> live show <b>EVERY</b> night, this event needs sufficient staffing <b>EVERY</b> </div><div> night! Applicants do not need to be available the entire time/duration of the event, </div><div> HOWEVER, it is <b>ONLY</b> a 6 week event, so the <b>GREATER</b> your availability the <b>BETTER</b>!!</div><div>*Please be aware there is a background check AND mandatory drug test. </div><div><br></div><div><i><u>Attention Specifically College/Grad Students:</u></i></div><div><b>DO</b> <b>NOT</b> discount this job opportunity! You are still encouraged to apply, even if you are only available (select) weekends and school recesses. COMPLETE the application process <b>EARLY</b> so that you are all set to begin work as soon as you are done with school. </div><div><br></div><div><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">I <b><u>CANNOT</u></b> stress this enough.......if you are interested, <b><u>APPLY</u></b> <b><u>EARLY</u></b>!!! It could take several weeks for the hiring process to be complete. This is a <b>huge</b> event! Make sure YOU stay on top of things and take a <b>PROACTIVE</b> approach!!</span></div><div><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div>In past years, for some reason it seems the later an applicant waits to apply and submit their paperwork, the longer it can take for a response. And in some instances, some people don't seem to hear back at all. I do not know why this occasionally happens. If you are not contacted within 2 weeks of submitting your application, <b>please </b>feel free to get a hold of me and I will do my best to follow thru for you.</div><div><br></div><div>Any concerns and/or questions, please <u>feel</u> <u>free</u> to contact me. My info is as follows:</div><div>Melanie Hartman</div><div>(email) <a href="mailto:rmzthartman@aol.com">rmzthartman@aol.com</a></div><div>(cell) 518-848-1604</div><div><br></div><div>Or you may contact the Polar Express Event Coordinator:</div><div>Mark Salis</div><div>(email) <a href="mailto:salism@iowapacific.com">salism@iowapacific.com</a></div><div>(cell) 518-683-4628</div><div><br></div><div>Remember, be sure to share this with <b>ALL</b> your friends, family/relatives, classmates, co-workers, church (youth) groups, etc... And please feel free to post this sensational seasonal job opportunity on your Facebook page!</div><div><br></div><div> <b>GREAT STAFF = GREAT SHOWS!!!</b></div><div><b><br></b></div></div></div><div><br><br><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">FW: Greetings all!!<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><o:p style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">The Saratoga & North Creek Railway is now hiring for The Polar Express.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><o:p style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">The following positions are available;<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><o:p style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Elf<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Chef/Waiter<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Conductor<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Santa<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Hobo<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Galley Crew<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Parking Crew<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Janitorial/Set up Crew<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Train Supervisor (Assistant to the boss)<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Gift Shop Supervisor<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Parking Supervisor<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Gift Shop Clerk<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Will Call Clerk<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Ticket Agent<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Shuttle Bus Driver (Requires CDL)<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><o:p style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">The hiring process is a bit different this year. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><o:p style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Step 1 will happen online. You’ll need to go to <a href="https://workforcenow.adp.com/jobs/apply/posting.html?client=iowapac&ccId=19000101_000001&type=MP&lang=en_US">https://workforcenow.adp.com/jobs/apply/posting.html?client=iowapac&ccId=19000101_000001&type=MP&lang=en_US</a> to apply. This will be your application and background check.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Once this step is complete, I will notify you and set up dates to come to the Saratoga Station and complete the remaining paperwork.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">I’m looking to hire 118 people this year so spread the word.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Look forward to seeing all your smiling faces again.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Thanks,<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">M-<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><o:p style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><o:p style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><img border="0" width="51" height="61" id="Picture_x0020_1" src="cid:56DB0E80-6156-4F71-B020-DEC060A29D83" alt="image004"><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Mark A. Salis<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><b style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Manager of Passenger Services<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><b style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Saratoga & North Creek Railway<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><b style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a href="x-apple-data-detectors://3/0" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="address" x-apple-data-detectors-result="3/0">3 Railroad Place</a><o:p></o:p></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><b style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a href="x-apple-data-detectors://3/0" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="address" x-apple-data-detectors-result="3/0">North Creek, NY 12853</a><o:p></o:p></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><b style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Fax <a href="tel:(518)251-3926" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="telephone" x-apple-data-detectors-result="3/1">(518)251-3926</a><o:p></o:p></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><b style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a href="tel:(518)683-4628" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="telephone" x-apple-data-detectors-result="3/2">(518)683-4628</a><o:p></o:p></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></p></div></div></div></body></html>