Recruiters Push Relocation on Him

David, recruiters are paid by employers for placement, not by the job-seeker. So, while you may be looking for employment in Oklahoma City, the recruiters you’ve talked with may have clients elsewhere with needs that match your qualifications. Since I don’t know the type of job you’re looking for, your background, or current employment conditions in Oklahoma City for you’re a person of your talents and skills, it’s hard for me to offer any better answer.

But here are a few broad suggestions. First, how many recruiters have you spoken with? Are you talking to generalists or specialists to your industry/profession? I’ve worked with some great recruiters and then others who seemed more suited for selling cars, so you may be on a stretch of bad luck … or there are simply better opportunities for someone such as yourself outside your area.

Check out Oya’s Recruiter Directory for some new leads on recruiters. Second, I would suggest going the networking route — either through a professional organization or civic organization — or your existing network of friends and associates; surely, these networks are a great place to get some help in finding a better job.

Finally, check out some of the general job sites, such as the one on Quintessential Careers, or any of the many others — both general and industry-specific — listed for you at Quint Careers.