Two online assessments then interview with a store manager. I thought all went well and then I got a call a week later from a HR rep out of Chicago. She said the position was withdrawn (not filled). She asked if I would be interested in a position in a couple of nearby towns and I responded affirmatively but I never heard another word.

Forty minute interview with Hardline Manager (former) and Human Resource Manager. Each asked questions relevant to position applied for, knowledge and length of time with the company, positions and areas held and worked within the company. What my goals within the company are (were) locations of previous stores. Educational and Military background, marital and family status, also what precipitated my relocation to Pennsylvania. I was informed that the position I applied for was selected and determined by K Mart's Corporate Office .However, it was stated; not in writing, of course, by both interviewers, if I accepted an associate position the opportunity for advancement would be easier to obtain. Hence, I have been past over twice, Department Lead and Customer Service Desk positions; the former, candidate was chosen due to a personal acquaintance with a member of Upper Level Management, the latter the reason was not disclosed. In hindsight, the interview and process was positive, the results and fruition of advancement were (are) negative . Primarily since both members of management had foreknowledge that the position was not a store-level decision, which should have been addressed prior to commencement of the interview and ascertaining employment and personal information.