What Would YOU Do?

G'morning!
We interrupt this Saturday to beg your thoughts. (Please-and-thank-you.)

As part of my 'on-again, off-again' job search ... 

Last Tuesday, I was mildly intrigued -- and responded to -- a new pop-up, soliciting for a part-time office assistant to a Montgomery CPA.  (Key: new pop-up ad.)

Wednesday, an acknowledgement and request to forward my resume and salary requirements to 'G' @xxxxx for review.  (First jangle: But you already have my resume.)  Okie-dokey.

Yesterday morning, the following response from 'G' -- who, for all appearances, has nothing to do with a CPA firm,

I've yellow-highlighted 'jangle' points; my thoughts in red.

Thank you for your email indicating your interest. You were referred to me based on your resume and my urgent need for an Executive Assistant. The position you initially applied for has been filled (After only 48 hours?), however, the Executive Assistant position is available. This is intended to be a long term/permanent job depending on how the first few months go. 

There is also a very sensitive issue on trust and accountability which I believe will resolve itself as time goes on. I need someone who will be able to meet up with executing assigned tasks in a timely manner.

Your duties will include but are not limited to:

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This position is flexible and you can be at any location, working with me is basically about instructions and following them.  

Benefits: AD&D Insurance, 401(k), Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Bonuses and Commissions

The first month of this position will not be office-based while you have an option to work from home or office after the first month, the pay remains consistent. Pay is $962/wk. Payment will be bi-weekly.

I'm 51 years old. (Need to know?)  I travel a lot and get my hands occupied working in and out of the country, so it is imperative for me to have a worthy Executive Assistant who can monitor and keep me up to date with my activities. I am a member of the board of directors of several companies and charity foundations, one of which is the xxxxxxxxxx.Evangel Charity Foundation.

 XXXn maintains operations in 3 countries and employs over 120 people worldwide which includes …………… (ya-da-dah-dah-da)new offices all across the United States and Canada. Our goal is to improve their qualified organizations, individuals and family. 

I am currently in Hong Kong meeting with partners, therefore, I will be unable to conduct an interview in person right away but I will be back in 2 weeks to arrange a formal interview with you so you can sign your employment paperwork.  (So, let me get this straight. You want to hire me and pay me almost $1k a week, and you’ve not even met me?)

Please provide the following information to get started and confirm acceptance of this position:  (Um. Not so fast, Kemosabe.)

Full Name:

Address (P.O box Not allowed):

Apt #:

City, State Zip Code:

Mobile (For SMS):

Current Occupation: (Um, my first paragraph states, 'retired.')

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Maybe I'm just Old-and-Suspicious. Am I the only one who feels something's 'off' about this?

Tom thinks a) I should respond, "What's your game?", or b) delete the e-mail.  I'm more inclined to a polite response, "Thank you, but I don't feel this is a good fit."

What would you do?

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Yippee, it's Saturday!  Stay safe, friends!

Hugs, Myra