Re: Considering relocating to Austin/San Antonio, TX - looking for

Dave wrote:

> Hi all,
>
> I am a senior systems analyst (8 years of experience on zSeries (mainframe
)
> and iSeries (as/400)) in Iowa.  Although I like my job, I am beginning to
> tire of the winters, etc.  I have been impressed with the Austin/San
> Marcos/San Antonio area and would like to hear some opinions on the area a
nd
> the companies located there, as well as general relocation/job hunting
> advice (I started as an intern with this company and am still here).
>
> What shops in the area are using a mainframe (prefer MVS/zOS) or iSeries?
> Which have a good reputation?  Which don't?  Searching on the internet wil
l
> tell me what companies are currently posting openings, but not all of the
> possibilities.
>
> Where are the better schools/areas to live?  Again, internet searches real
ly
> aren't providing me with much information.
>
> What experiences have people had with technical recruiters (head hunters)?
> Which firms in the area have good reputations?
>
> What style/format of resume seems to be most effective (I am looking for a
> permanent position, not contract)?  Does posting your resume to sites like
> monster or justcoboljobs really do any good?  Any tips?
>
> Where can I find the equivalent(s) for my job title?  It seems like every
> company seems to have their own set of titles and I am having some
> difficulty translating them.
>
> Well, I think that I have taken enough of everyone's time  :-)
>
> I appreciate your time and any feedback/ideas/thoughts/opinions/etc. that
> you may wish to share with me.

I'd suggest contacting a reputable recruiting firm for
the first part of your inquiry, and if you get as far
as entertaining a job offer, then contact an Austin or
San Antonio area real estate agent to answer the second
part.