Victim Location 14607
Total money lost $5,606
Type of a scam Fake Check/Money Order
I went onto the popular job board, ZipRecruiter, and applied for a position listed as ‘Administrative/Executive Assistant’ for an organization called RDR Incorporation. Shortly after, I recieved a response to my resume from someone claiming to be "Michelle Younger, the HR Director of RDR, Inc." I was offered the opportunity to earn $400.00, up front, if a ran some trial tasks while she was out of town. If I proved that I could do the job, she would set up an in-person interview when she was back in the area. Long story short, I was overnighted (via FedEx) a certified check, in the amount of $5606.00. I was then instructed to deposit the check into my personal bank account, keep $400 and then to follow up with her in order to receive the task instructions. The task would have something to do with sending funds to a foster home, on the behalf of RDR. Inc.
I knew something didn’t seem right. I did some research and was quickly able to confirm that the check was fraudulent. Had I not done my research, I would have wound up depositing a bad check into my account, sending money to someone else’s account and then been "none the wiser" until the check bounced. Had I fallen for the scam, I would have lost $5606.00 plus whatever I was charged for the bad check.
Below is a copy and paste of the first email that I received in regards to the position.
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Re: New Candidate: for ‘Administrative/Executive Assistant’
Michelle Younger
Jan 10 at 12:18 PM
Hello Applicant,
I am replying back to your message concerning the job posted on ZipRecruiter in which you’re interested in ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Position.
We are looking for someone that can be trusted, reliable, and ready to work with with good understanding as an Administrative Assistant Personnel. You will be needed to perform assigned tasks in a timely manner so we need someone who is able to execute those tasks promptly.
I am constantly out of town and presently in Calgary Alberta, Canada. I will return to the states next two weeks so this process will be on going till then. If you don’t mind, I will meet up with you and arrange a formal interview.
As an Administrative Assistant Personnel, your activities among other things will include;
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Sort and verify bank transactions.
• Verify keying of data and correct errors.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Running personal errands.
• Work independently without much supervision.
To perform this job successfully, you must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
** Sign Up Bonus: $400.00
** $18.59 per Hour
** 6 – 8 Hours daily
** Monday Through Friday, Some Saturdays once in a while
You will undergo an immediate trial/test on honesty and your integrity as you will be handling both financial and personal effects, so if you are interested kindly get back to me. As I have been checking files and schedules and would need someone urgently to run some tasks for me this week/next week.
If you are interested in this arrangement,
Kindly RE-CONFIRM your contact details as shown on your resume to enable us proceed to next step.
Full Names:
Correct Mailing Address (include apartment numbers}:
City:
State:
Zip Code:
Mobile Number :
The employee acknowledged the Trial and Detailed Job Description
and signed _____________________________
(First Name and Last Name of Employee)
Thanks in anticipation of your prompt response
Kind Regards,
Michelle Younger
HR Director
RDR, Inc
Job Title:
Administrative/Executive Assistant
Job Location:
Rochester, NY
Hiring Company:
RDR incorporation
Source:
ZipRecruiter Job Boards