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Editor's Note — ARE YOU UNEMPLOYED? HAVE YOU RECENTLY BEEN LAID OFF? Let The Frederick News-Post help with your job search by being featured in our “Work Wanted” series. The series will profile unemployed people in the community and showcase their skills and talents. It will be printed Sundays on the front page of the Business section. Contact Peter McCarthy at pmccarthy@newspost.com or call 240-215-8628.

Navy vet looks to share knowledge during next job After 20 years in the U.S. Navy, Thomas Frazier of Frederick had a long career in the information systems industry. New Market scientist is ready for fresh start Cathy Flanagan moved to Frederick County in August with a confidence the right job is out there. Woman ready to start 'new life' Kim L. Williams has been unemployed since March, but looking for a job wasn't exactly the first thing on her mind until recently. IT professional looking for director-level position David Baldwin hasn't been out of work long, but his last few jobs have been contract positions that have had short life spans. Clinical research associate in search of new position Doug Bushnell started his career in information technology, but after transitioning to a clinical research associate in 2003, he decided that's the career he should pursue. Economist with international experience seeks position Originally from Trinidad and Tobago, Natasha Pierre has worked in 11 countries throughout her career as an economist. Former accountant looks for a fresh start After eight years as a senior staff accountant with HMSHost International, Frederick resident Ferdinand Barou was laid off in April 2010 when the company scaled back his department. Middletown resident in search of corporate training position Middletown resident John McLister has been a teacher for much of his life following an honorable discharge from the Maryland Army National Guard after 13 years. Frederick resident looks for position in IT field During his tenure as an information technology project manager with the federal government, Frank Barr could complete a nine-month project two weeks ahead of schedule and under budget. Scientist hopes to return to lab work Charles Austin gets a kick out of making things, be it a chemical synthesis of drugs or a robust glass of wine. Jefferson man looks for position in sales or customer service Jefferson resident Joseph Brodell has been in customer service all of his adult life. Frederick man searches for new management job Frederick resident Allen O'Hara wants a fresh start. Frederick woman searches for administrative position Tiona Wood-Gacutan of Frederick enjoys helping others. Frederick resident searches for accounting position Frederick resident Jamie Cunningham's full-time job is trying to find a job. Frederick man searches for field research position Recent college graduate Andrew Belair isn't afraid to get his hands dirty. Scientist searches for lab work Frederick resident Jordan Hazelwood wants to devote the rest of his life to improving health care, but he's struggling to find even temporary work in his field. Frederick man searches for accounting position Since his last temporary job eight months ago, Curtis Osborne, a father of three, has struggled to find part-time work. Teacher looks for her own classroom Frederick resident Bethany Stevenson has boxes full of books, posters and other decorations sitting in her basement waiting for the day she gets her own classroom. Former secretary looks to return to the office After retiring in November 2007, Susan Simerly expected to pick up a part-time job to stay busy, but when her 1990 Chevrolet Camaro clocked its last mile, a new car payment forced her back into the full-time workforce. Journalist looks for a position closer to home After working for five years as a municipal law attorney in Michigan, David Hansen was tired of representing people in divorce cases. 'Work Wanted' has 42 percent success rate For close to seven months The Frederick News-Post has profiled unemployed county residents. Of the 26 people featured, 11 are no longer unemployed. Soon-to-be college graduate looking for jump-start on career Despite being only a senior in college, Kayla Murphy believes she is prepared to enter the full-time workforce. Union Bridge EMT looking for work After working as an emergency medical technician for 15 years and as a nursing assistant at R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center in Baltimore, John Hobble can't figure out why he's unemployed.		Paralegal looks to re-enter workforce Sandra Smith has been out of work for six years raising her children, but it won't take her long to get back into the rhythm of a workweek. Project manager looks for fresh start Losing her job of 10 years in September when her department was downsized wasn't easy for Megan Marcheterre. Lewistown resident looks for position in network administration After a 20-year career in technical sales, Lewistown resident Don Swanson is reinventing himself. Single mom looking to relocate to Frederick Compared to other job seekers, Tanika Lee believes it is her drive and passion that separates her from the rest. Accomplished government contractor looking for work Don't be fooled by the long name. You can just call him Albert. New to Frederick, looking for start in legal field Even though Melissa Lee has three college degrees, she is still unemployed. Carpenter looking for work During the week, Bill Hanger can be found at open mic events in Frederick, Hagerstown and Charles Town, W.Va., usually performing "Rainy Night in Georgia" on his guitar. Frederick man only wants an opportunity After 11 months of unemployment, Frederick resident Keith Nelson has picked up a temporary position, but for only three months. Eight decades in, Frederick resident has no plans to retire Olive Engle may be past retirement age, but she has no plans to hang it up in the near future. Customer service specialist looking for work Bill Brown is all about customer service. Unemployed carpenter specializes in historic preservation There really isn't anything that Eric Leppanen can't fix. Former instructor looking to become medical office manager Earlier this year Tiffany Toms was a medical assistance instructor at Kaplan University before the school decided to close at the end of the year. Frederick woman looks for a local opportunity Amber Haldis thought she would be set in a career path by the time she turned 25. Frederick resident temporarily employed Unlike some people who are unemployed, Hayden Duke doesn't find comfort in knowing that many other Americans find themselves in tough situations. Recent college grad struggles to find a start As a 2009 college graduate, Mary Rice isn't comforted by knowing that many of her fellow recent college graduates are also unemployed. Brunswick mom piecing it all together Since being laid off from her last full-time job in the summer of 2000, Beth Johnson has been picking up part-time jobs wherever she can find them just to get by. Unemployed Urbana mother trying to raise a family Kristy Crawford's last job was with the Frederick County Mental Health Association as a resource and referral counselor. Frederick man looks for a fresh start Over the last year, Brian Blough has put out three applications a day, Monday through Friday. Relocated, pursuing retail career After Kent Swanson lost his job in Detroit as an Ace Hardware store manager, he and his wife decided to pack their bags and escape the city's high unemployment rate. Life after the dream job After losing her dream job, it took Diana Halleman a few weeks to get herself together. Laid off, again Rich Tomlinson has a Master of Science degree in information systems from Strayer University, but no job. Put your product in good hands Scott Rosenfeld is a licensed massage therapist looking to get back into the car business as a service advisor. Still searching for work Despite being unemployed, Susan Goldberg still wakes up at 5 a.m. every day to stay disciplined.