Is this a Craigslist scam

Answer 1

So I sent my resume to two different Craigslist ads. Seemed kind of strange that both guys traveled a lot and they were both out of town, plus the fact that they kind of seem too good to be true!!

The first one I got this response:

Danny Diamond 10:58 AM (10 hours ago)

to me

Your interest about the job has been received. This might seem a little different from the position placed on Craigslist, However it is due to the need for an urgent replacement for my Personal Assistant. I really need someone urgently to take up the position as my personal assistant I am looking for a friendly, simple & trustworthy personal office assistant, You can take it as a full time or part time job depending on your choice.

The hours will be between 4 to 5 hours daily, which can be increased if you want and this will give you free time to go on with your regular job, Below are job Descriptions.

Your Duties:

*General work

*process mails

*Data entry

*Receive calls

*Book appointments & Flight reservation

*shopping, E.t.c or any other reasonable duty will be allocated to you.

My name is Danny Diamond, I am an Artist and i travel a lot to do and sell art works, I also buy ideas, Artifacts, antics and materials from ancient cities and I have got so many clients as companies, individuals and governmental institutions and private museums. I have been pretty successful in my businesses, I get involved in several art businesses in United States & Canada. I'm most very often get my hands occupied, so it is imperative for me to have a worthy personal assistant.

Due to the nature of my job, It requires frequent traveling so i need someone to handle my schedule when I'm not in town, Every instructions will be given to you via email and phone for now until i'm back, I travel a lot so that is the main reason why i need you to be my personal assistant and i want you to begin work immediately.

Kindly Let me know if you're still interested and I'm willing to offer you $25 hourly with a reasonable sign on bonus, I want you to answer this brief questionnaire below, Please answer them to the best of your knowledge.

* Have you ever worked as an personal assistant before?

* Are you taking this as a primary Job?

* If you want to make this your secondary job ( How many Hours does your primary Job Takes? )

* Do you have Professional Reference?

* How Many Hours are you wiling to Devote to work for me?

* What do you Understand by Privacy & Code of Conduct?

* Explain Petty Cash Transactions?

* Describe yourself?

* Are you willing to give your best shot at working with me?

I will be expecting your prompt response.

Sincerely,

Danny Diamond

Then, I got this response from a second ad:

Hello

Thanks for your response. Unfortunately the post you applied for has been taken but I have a position which may interest you.

Detailed Job Description:

My name is Philip Martinez ,I am 51 years old, married with children.I am a relatively successful entrepreneur with huge investor in the real estate market and Health Sector which tends to be my main source of income. I am looking for a trustworthy and reliable individual who works well and understand orders.

I have been a financial planner and a lawyer for over 25 years now and am also a private researcher. I travel often within and outside of the United States working on various independent projects. This is why I need someone who can help keep me up to date with all of my activities, especially while I am away and amidst my busy schedule. My previous personal assistant/book keeper is currently unavailable due to health reasons and I am keen on finding an efficient, motivated, organized individual who can communicate well and is able to multi-task under pressure.

This position is home-based for now and it is a flexible job, Working for me is a test of following instructions,someone who is able to meet up with me at irregular times. you will be working 3 to 4 hours daily in any of the three days of the week that is convenient for you, i need you to work for me As a book keepr/ personal assistant, your activities amongst others will include:Running personal errands,Handling and monitoring some of my financial activities,Basic wage is $520 weekly

I am sure you understand how busy my schedule is on a daily basis. Currently, I will be out of the state with partners. I will be back in two to three weeks to arrange a formal interview with you but i will like to secure your services before my arrival so that you can run some little errands for me while i am away, I think you are the right person for this position. Please note that this position is home-based for now, pay stays constant.

All I need from you is total honesty and sincerity. I know you will be committed to the work, You will also have a nice period of time working with me.

I will be waiting to hear from you.

Philip Martinez..

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Regards

Matthew 28:19-20 Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.