[manaboutown]

I would not continue to seek work from an outfit that did not want me nor would I pursue an answer as to why not.

Over the years in various capacities I interviewed many job seekers. Those turned down never got a "why". Nor did I when I was turned down. It boils down to not being a good fit for one or more reasons. Companies have cultures and seek job candidates who they believe will be a good fit.

[Keefelane66]

Originally Posted by Jeffk1023

I wanted to see if anybody has had the same experience with the Villages human resources department that I have had. I have been trying to get a job through them for the past six months, applying for positions that I am well qualified for. They say that they are not going to move forward with my application, and when I ask them why, the only answer they give me is, I am not a good fit. When I press them further, and ask them what they meant by that, all they told me was that it’s not doing my case any good to keep on calling and harassing them if I ever wanted to be employed by The Villages in the future. I’m not calling to harass them. they at least owe me an explanation as to why I can’t be employed by The Villages.

More likely one or more of your references may not have helped or background check or social media posts.

[margaretmattson]

Originally Posted by Keefelane66

More likely one or more of your references may not have helped or background check or social media posts.

Sometimes it is something simple like the amount of hours you are seeking or your availability. Businesses do not work around an employee's preferences. They also will not hire full time when part timers suit their needs.

[kcrazorbackfan]

Originally Posted by Jeffk1023

I wanted to see if anybody has had the same experience with the Villages human resources department that I have had. I have been trying to get a job through them for the past six months, applying for positions that I am well qualified for. They say that they are not going to move forward with my application, and when I ask them why, the only answer they give me is, I am not a good fit. When I press them further, and ask them what they meant by that, all they told me was that it’s not doing my case any good to keep on calling and harassing them if I ever wanted to be employed by The Villages in the future. I’m not calling to harass them. they at least owe me an explanation as to why I can’t be employed by The Villages.

The Villages does not owe you an explanation. Look for something outside the Villages, if you don’t get something there, you have an issue.

[kcrazorbackfan]

Originally Posted by ThirdOfFive

I'm not sure any applicant is owed an explanation that goes into any more detail than that. It all depends on what is being applied for.

What the OP MIGHT want to do is to take the bull by the horns, so to speak, and apply in person at places that need help. Very few businesses in and around TV are NOT looking for workers. The Villages HR Dept. supplies (I assume) workers only for positions that are directly related to TV--gate guards, Community Watch and the like. But (again, assuming) there are vastly more opportunities in and around TV than there are positions working FOR TV.

All applications are done online thru the District or the Villages. You’re wasting peoples time to show up at a business with the Villages or the District to inquire about a job.

[BrianL99]

Originally Posted by Jeffk1023

I wanted to see if anybody has had the same experience with the Villages human resources department that I have had. I have been trying to get a job through them for the past six months, applying for positions that I am well qualified for. They say that they are not going to move forward with my application, and when I ask them why, the only answer they give me is, I am not a good fit. When I press them further, and ask them what they meant by that, all they told me was that it’s not doing my case any good to keep on calling and harassing them if I ever wanted to be employed by The Villages in the future. I’m not calling to harass them. they at least owe me an explanation as to why I can’t be employed by The Villages.

Perhaps reading the original post again, will shed some light on why the fit isn't right?

Folks who read resumes for a living, usually develop a knack for reading between the lines.

[margaretmattson]

Originally Posted by mrf0151

They can tell a lot in your credit report. Poor score=unreliable.

Unfortunate, if this is the case. You can have bad credit because you have not used credit for many years. I would think there are many elderly folks who have paid off their loans long ago. They have enough cash and do not need to buy on credit.

[lvshworles]

Does anyone know where to get a current resident phone book?

Also, regarding job applications, when did it become legal to ask your birthdate???

[shaw8700@outlook.com]

The bottom line is you don’t need to work there if they don’t want you. Apply at some other places, it probably won’t be long before you have a job.

[frayedends]

Well, interesting thread. Jeff, sorry you are getting some hostile responses and a lot of assumptions made.

People are correct that sometimes the easiest answer for a hiring manager is that you aren't a good fit. When I reject someone I try to explain a bit more, such as, "We've had many applicants and unfortunately you weren't chosen because we were looking for someone with more experience...a different degree...with experience in such and such."

When I say someone is not a good fit, it often is a personality trait. That doesn't mean they have a bad personality. It just means that based on the team dynamic I would expect a clash with other employees.

You mentioned trolley driver and caretaker. Is the caretaker a job in a rec center? Anyhow, seems these jobs rely heavily on a bright and happy personality with the public. You know, the type that is overly happy and non-confrontational. That may or may not be you, but how you portray yourself in an interview is important and the best advice I can give is tailor your resume and your interviewing style to the job. Also watch YouTube videos on interviewing. I learned a lot from the vids and they helped me land a much higher paying job within my company, a job I had been rejected for a few times.

Sometimes you gotta just play the game until your foot is in the door. Good luck.

[jimdecastro]

I had this experience. You got a rejection email (I never did - I was in a perpetual limbo). I have 40 years of customer service experience. My advise is change your resume. When they ask about salary say $13. This cancels a lot of people and if it pays $15 you get that anyway.

[jparsoneau@aol.com]

As many have already said, an employer does not need to give you an explanation of not hiring you.
And people cannot pull a credit report on somebody just to see your credit unless you’ve signed off on that. But I’ve never known anybody to run a credit report for a basic job.
I do believe they probably looked you up on social media. What kind of person do you look like on social media or maybe even a criminal history. Bottom line who cares move on go get a different job. there’s lots of people hiring. Obviously you’re taking this very personal, it’s just a job. Move on

[Girlcopper]

Originally Posted by Jeffk1023

I wanted to see if anybody has had the same experience with the Villages human resources department that I have had. I have been trying to get a job through them for the past six months, applying for positions that I am well qualified for. They say that they are not going to move forward with my application, and when I ask them why, the only answer they give me is, I am not a good fit. When I press them further, and ask them what they meant by that, all they told me was that it’s not doing my case any good to keep on calling and harassing them if I ever wanted to be employed by The Villages in the future. I’m not calling to harass them. they at least owe me an explanation as to why I can’t be employed by The Villages.

They owe you no explanation. Obviously there is something in your background which is raising red flags and they don’t want to employ you. There’s plenty of other jobs so why harrass them for an explanation you won’t like anyway. Move on.

[msilagy]

They owe you NO explanation.

[TomPerry]

You will only get a vague answer like you did. If they give anyone the true answer why they rejected anyone, they would have a law suit on their hands. That the way it is these days!