In the Columbus job market, many factors are playing a role in whether or not individuals can find jobs. One of the keys to improving the conditions in the city is to see a reduction in the number of companies cutting jobs and slicing into their staff. However, this week additional news broke that will lead to 40 to 80 lost jobs in the Columbus area with two Kmart locations closing.

Retail Job Outlook

Columbus, like in other areas of the country, will likely see a drop in the number of retail positions available in the area. After the holidays, it is almost always the case that individuals will see a reduction in employment within the retail sector. However, the news this week of the two Kmart locations closing is not a good thing. It will mean additional retail jobs cut at a time of the year where most employers are already cutting back temporary or seasonal jobs.

If you are in the retail industry, will you be looking for a job in the first quarter of the year? If you are like many people here, you know the importance of finding a position quickly, but it may be hard.

What Are Your Options?

For those in the Columbus job market looking for retail positions, there are a few things to keep in mind.

·         You can go back to school to get additional training to enter into a new career path. Local community colleges offer training for nursing and other health care positions that will be important moving forward.

·         You may wish to enter into administrative positions. The financial industry in the area is likely to see an increase in demand as well.

As the economy improves, the Columbus job market will see improvements in the retail sector, but finding a job quickly may be difficult for those who are out of work.