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Global Village Communications, Inc. (Global Village), develops communications software for PC and Macintosh platforms, both for stand-alone and networked environments. Its products, such as FaxWorks, FaxWorks Pro, and FaxWorks ProLAN, allow any PC to be a facsimile (fax) machine. In a network environment, this means any PC or Macintosh can send a fax without a fax/modem card since only the server relays the fax. The company’s newest product, FOCALPOINT, combines fax, e-mail, voice mail, paging, and Internet access into one interface for stand-alone platforms.
Founded in 1989, Global Village is a publicly-held corporation based in Sunnyvale,, California with revenues of $144 million. The company employs 300 people, including 70 in Marietta, Georgia.
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Culture
Computer professionals work in cubicles and offices in a nonsmoking environment. There is a limited need for travel. Staff members may work from 40 hours to 80 hours a week. The need for overtime is cyclical, depending on product releases. There is no overtime pay. Global Village offers computer professionals the opportunity to work in a fast-changing segment of the computer industry: communications.
Global Village observes 10 holidays. The company offers two weeks of vacation. The company pays for medical, disability, dental, and life insurance as well as tuition reimbursement. It also funds a retirement plan. Employees are eligible for stock options and a stock purchase plan. There have been no layoffs, although some employees have been transferred between Georgia and California.
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Candidates
Candidates should have experience developing software applications for PCs. Current staff members have an average of six years of experience and Bachelor’s degrees. The company does hire entry-level computer professionals.
Global Village typically hires up to 15 computer professionals a year, finding candidates through employment agencies and contacts within the industry.
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Contact
Letters are preferred.
Human Resources
Global Village Communications, Inc.
1090 N. Chase Parkway, Suite 350
Marietta, Georgia 30067
(770) 984-8088
www.globalvillage.com
Copyright 1998 Carol L. Covin. Covin’s Southeast Computer Job Guide
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