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Recreation Aide (Regular Part-Time) (Grade 7)

City Of Huntsville, AL Huntsville AL, 35801

Nature of Work This is specialized work in organizing, leading and instructing recreation and sporting activities at a recreati...

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Nature of Work This is specialized work in organizing, leading and instructing recreation and sporting activities at a recreation facility or community center. Work involves responsibility for organizing and leading a variety of recreation and sports activities for diversified age groups. Work also involves setting up equipment and facilities for sports, recreation and special events and instructing participants. Work requires the use of tact and skill in dealing with patrons and in maintaining order and discipline. Work is performed under general supervision and is reviewed by a supervisor through conferences, activity reports and observation of performance. Assist in planning, implementing, scheduling, coordinating and promoting a variety of sports and recreation activities and programs for various age groups; assists in planning and scheduling special events and social activities; assists in conducting camps, clinics and workshops. Organizes, leads and coordinates sports and recreation activities for youth, young adult, and adult groups; teaches and instructs participants; meets and confers with youth athletic league representatives, oversees and monitors youth and adult athletic activities; promotes good conduct, sportsmanship and safety; maintains order and discipline; issues and collects sports and recreation equipment. Organizes and schedules arts and crafts and health and fitness activities. Schedules usage of the facilities; makes reservations, collects fees and issues receipts; sets up equipment for regular activities and special events; takes down and stores equipment; keeps the facilities clean and orderly; performs minor maintenance duties. Assists in recruiting, training, monitoring and evaluating volunteer workers, under the supervision of a Neighborhood Services Programmer. Prepares activity and attendance reports. Promotes and maintains a cooperative relationship with public and private agencies in the neighborhood. Requires regular and prompt attendance plus the ability to work well with others and work well as a team. Officiates for sports and games; teaches classes in absence of instructors; serves on youth councils; operates a van and transports participants to and from events; performs clerical tasks. Performs related work as required and other duties as assigned. Physical and Environmental Factors Work is performed both indoors and outdoors. Work exposes employee to potential communicable diseases and blood borne pathogens, inclement weather, physical hazards, and chemical hazards. Work requires frequent physical effort such as sitting, standing, walking, running, bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing and lifting light to moderately heavy objects. Work also requires physical dexterity in the frequent use of hand-eye coordination and manipulative skills using fingers, limbs or body in leading athletic activities and operating vehicles and equipment. Applicants May Obtain a Copy of the City of Huntsville's EEOP Short Form Upon Request Minimum Education, Training and Experience High school diploma from a school accredited by a regional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or GED certificate issued by the appropriate state agency and some experience in an organized recreation program; or any combination of education, training and experience that demonstrates the following listed knowledge, skills and abilities: Knowledge of group recreational planning and supervision, and the rules and regulations governing various competitive athletic games. Some knowledge of public recreation philosophy and objectives. Ability to assist in planning, organizing and scheduling diversified recreation activities for all age groups. Ability to organize, schedule, lead and instruct a recreational and social activities. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, and to keep records and prepare reports. Ability to meet and deal tactfully with the public, and to establish and maintain effective relationships with superiors, other employees and volunteers. Necessary Special Requirements Valid Driver's License.

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Part-Time Groundskeeper - Parks & Recreation

City Of Murfreesboro Murfreesboro TN, 37130

DESCRIPTION The purpose of this class within the organization is to conduct unskilled to semi-skilled work in the maintenance a...

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DESCRIPTION The purpose of this class within the organization is to conduct unskilled to semi-skilled work in the maintenance and upkeep of the public parks, grounds, buildings, athletic fields and related facilities within the Recreation Department. This class works under close supervision according to set procedures. As Safety Sensitive, the employee is subject to pre-employment, reasonable suspicion, post-accident (incident), random, promotion and transfer, return-to-duty and follow-up drug and alcohol testing. The employee is subject to a pre-employment physical examination with a written statement from the physician as to the employee's ability to meet the physical strength and dexterity requirements required in the ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS ADDENDUM. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES Duties and Responsibilities: The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary. Essential Functions: Mows/cuts grass with power equipment, commercial riding mowers and weed eaters. Opens and closes park gates and restrooms; prepares fields for use. Loads and unloads dirt, gravel, and other debris. Cleans, maintains and services equipment and tools. Picks up trash in the parks areas and disposes of it properly. Cleans and restocks restrooms and cleans picnic pavilions and prepares them for reservations. Maintains and conducts light repair work on equipment, building and grounds; repairs irrigation systems. Moves and sets up for park functions requiring moving tables, bleachers, and chairs for concerts and special events. Cuts down and removes limbs, branches, and trees that have been damaged by adverse weather conditions. Trims and sprays weeds with herbicide; spreads fertilizer. Installs mulch and trims landscape. Additional Duties: Performs other work as assigned. TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Education and Experience Requirements: Must be 18 years of age. Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent. Experience in landscaping or closely related experience preferred Special Certifications and Licenses: Must possess a driver's license valid in the State of Tennessee. Note: Some positions in this classification may require that candidates pass a Physical Ability Test designed to verify specific strength/endurance requirements. Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance The City of Murfreesboro is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the City of Murfreesboro to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS ADDENDUM PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT GROUNDSKEEPER/SEASONAL GROUNDSKEEPER Full-Time employees in this area work 7.5 hour days and Seasonal employees may work 7.5 hour days. Part-Time will work 29 hours/wk or less year round.. A Groundskeeper is an unskilled to semi-skilled position requiring heavy manual labor in the maintenance and upkeep of the public parks, grounds, buildings, athletic fields and related facilities. The employee cuts grass, maintains ball fields, loads and unloads dirt, gravel, trash and other debris including the collection and disposal of refuse at the park areas. Duties also include the unaided operation of vehicles and equipment in a variety of maintenance, construction and/or utility tasks. Work is performed indoors and outdoors and some tasks may be performed regardless of weather conditions. Work is characterized by the necessity for considerable physical exertion, and by working under varying weather conditions while exposed to dampness, fumes, odors, dust, dirt, rain, sleet, snow, heat, chemicals, and foul odors. This position also requires, but is not limited to, the use of light duty vehicles, tractors, riding mowers, backhoes, push mowers, weed eaters, chain saws, rakes shovels, blowers, sprayers, hand saws, hydraulic booms, machinery with small tools, and other small hand tools. Physical Demands: Rarely – suggests the employee is required to perform tasks less than 8 repetitions per hour, or less than 33% of the day. Occasional – suggests the employee is required to perform tasks 8-15 repetitions per hour, or 33% of the day. Frequent – suggests the employee is required to perform tasks 16-32 repetitions per hour, or 34-65% of the workday. Constant – suggests the employee is required to perform tasks 33 or more repetitions per hour, or 66% or higher of a workday. Lift Rarely Occasional Frequent Constant <20# X</p> 20-50# X 50-75# X 75-100# X >100# X Push/Pull Rarely Occasional Frequent Constant <50# X</p> 50-100# X 100-150# X >150# X Depending on the job duties assigned for the day, the employees may be performing lifting and pulling on a more frequent basis. However, job duties may change throughout the week depending on the needs of the Parks and Recreation Department. Bending/Squatting/Twisting – Required constantly when emptying trash, shoveling different materials, and performing maintenance or repair duties. Required occasionally to frequently when using saws, weed eaters, blowers, mowers, drills, etc. Pushing/Pulling – Required constantly while working on jobs for landscaping (i.e. weeding, maneuvering a mulching fork, and pushing mowers). Required occasionally for other jobs while moving heavy equipment. Lifting/Carrying – Is required constantly in lifting hand tools, carrying a weed eater, shoveling of materials, using a chain saw, lifting trash bags out of trash cans, and picking up debris. Also required occasionally lifting generators, bags of chemicals, pressure sprayers, grills, bleachers, paint, limbs, etc. The following items were weighed and can be lifted, carried, pushed, pulled or manipulated in a fashion using all four (4) components: Item Weight Picnic tables 220# 232# 238# Generator 105# 32-gallon trash bags 48# 56# 45# Limb/branch 64# Bags of fertilizer 50# Bags of concrete 50# 80# Bags of chalk 50# Screen on back of tractor 45# Back blower 30# Backpack sprayer 50# 5-gallon gas can 48# Tire 42# Box of trash bags 32# Melt away 90# Empty 55-gallon trash can 48# Pressure sprayer 123# 5-gallon floor finish 50# Grill 40# Propane tank 50# Pool table 300# Park bench 130# 5-gallon paint bucket 55# Trash receptacles 108# Floor track 99# Oxygen and acetylene tank on dolly 263# Employees are able to get help with lifting heavy objects, but must be able to lift up to one hundred pounds (100#). Standing/Walking – Can be required constantly throughout the day depending on the job. Sitting – Can be required constantly throughout the day depending on the job. Reaching – Is required constantly using landscaping equipment, painting, shoveling, using a mulch fork, and in the repair, maintenance and upkeep of certain park equipment. Manual Dexterity/Gripping – Performed constantly. Fine Motor Control – Can be performed constantly when using small hand tools. Climbing ladders – Required occasionally with painting, and the construction, repair, and maintenance of park equipment. Overhead activity – Required frequently when painting. Driving – Can be performed constantly depending on the job for the day. Includes driving a truck, automobile, commercial riding mowers and tractors. Tools handled: Wrenches Screw drivers Drills Weed eaters Mowers Tractors Rotary mowers Backpack sprayers Backpack blowers Shovels Mulch fork Ball field liner Paint sprayer Generators Sockets Hammer drills All types of skill saws Hammers Work Conditions Exposed to: Hot temperatures Cold temperatures Sudden changes in temperatures Noise Slippery surfaces Rain Snow Dust/Dirt Fumes Need physical ability for: Squatting Bending/Crouching Stooping Hand gripping Fine motor control Twisting Hand/Eye coordination Pushing/Pulling Lifting/Carrying Reaching Overhead activity Climbing Driving Foot control Addendum September 8, 2004

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Forestry Technician (Recreation)

Department Of Agriculture Double Springs AL, 35553

* Videos * Duties HelpDuties Summary This position is located on a Forest Service unit. This position is located on a Forest...

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* Videos * Duties HelpDuties Summary This position is located on a Forest Service unit. This position is located on a Forest Service unit. Incumbent carries out a variety of project plans in support of the unit recreation program. Learn more about this agency Responsibilities Assures recreation sites and areas with one or two major uses are operated and maintained in accordance with operation and maintenance plans. Schedules daily activities, establishes maintenance schedules, and inspects cleanup operations based on recreation operation and maintenance plans. Reports on conditions and use of sites and areas. Serves as inspector for recreation area cleanup and/or maintenance contracts. Maintains contact with and provides support to Campground Host(s). Serves as a unit fee collection officer. Inspects recreation areas, areas of concentrated public use, and special use permits for compliance with the permit and the management plans, public health, and safety. Performs safety hazard analyses of public recreation use areas and takes or recommends corrective action. Patrols wilderness to ensure areas are operated, used and maintained in accordance with Wilderness Management Plan. Cleans both roadside and/or backcountry dispersed sites. Naturalizes sites where necessary in order to control use and prevent resource damage. Installs and maintains information boards, travel signs, regulatory signs and other signs associated with recreation sites, travel management and safety. Provides detailed information about recreation opportunities to Forest visitors and explains the Forest Service rules and regulations. Provides information on resource management practices, regulations and current conditions. Collects, compiles and summarizes information for recreation data management systems. Provides input for programming and planning. Oversees the construction and maintenance of trails. Monitors the condition and use of trails. May perform law enforcement responsibilities using all terrain vehicles (ATVs), watercrafts, and/or snowmobiles to patrol unit roads, trails, or waterways ensuring position of forest property/land and or visitors. Travel Required Not required Supervisory status No Promotion Potential 05 * Job family (Series) 0462 Forestry Technician * Requirements HelpRequirements Conditions of Employment * You must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. National * Males born after 12/31/59 must be Selective Service registered or exempt * Satisfactory background investigation and/or fingerprint check BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION AND FINGERPRINT CHECK: Selection and retention in this position is contingent on a successfully adjudicated FBI National Criminal History Check (fingerprint check) and a background investigation. Direct Deposit - Per Public Law 104-134 all Federal employees are required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of your choosing. E-Verify: Federal law requires agencies to use the E-Verify system to confirm the employment eligibility of all new hires. If you are selected as a newly hired employee, the documentation you present for purposes of completing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Form I-9 on your entry-on-duty date will be verified through the DHS E-VERIFY' system. Under the system, the new hire is required to resolve any identified discrepancies as a condition of continued employment. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: No additional requirements. Qualifications You must possess the Basic Requirements identified below to be considered eligible for this position. Transcripts must be provided for qualifications based on education. Your application or resume must clearly show that you possess the appropriate experience requirements. GS-05: One year of specialized experience equivalent to a GS-04 level. Specialized experience is defined as: Inspected recreation area clean-up operations and performed safety hazard analysis of public recreation use areas; patrolled wilderness to ensure that areas were operated, used, and maintained in accordance with wilderness management plans; performed site maintenance, including cleanup and naturalizing at widely dispersed sites; gathered, compiled, and reported recreation program data for use in monitoring and assessment activities and summarized data for use in recreation data management systems. -OR Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree (a) with major study in forestry, range management, agriculture, or a subject-matter field directly related to the position, or (b) that included at least 24 semester hours in any combination of courses such as forestry, agriculture, crop or plant science, range management or conservation, wildlife management, watershed management, soil science, natural resources (except marine fisheries and oceanography), outdoor recreation management, civil or forest engineering, or wildland fire science. No more than 6 semester hours in mathematics is creditable.-OR A combination of education and experience listed above. To receive consideration for this position, you must meet all qualification requirements on the closing date of this announcement. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education

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Lead Industrial Specialist (General)

Department Of Defense Huntsville AL, 35801

* Videos * Duties HelpDuties Summary The area enjoys a favorable cost of living and quality of life. Mountains, lakes, woodl...

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* Videos * Duties HelpDuties Summary The area enjoys a favorable cost of living and quality of life. Mountains, lakes, woodlands and the Tennessee River accommodate numerous recreational activities. A temperate climate enhances the season for outdoor sports, including world-class golf, hiking, biking, and fishing. Major concerts, Broadway and symphony performances, extensive permanent collections and traveling exhibitions contribute to a wonderful way of life. It's a great place to work, live, and play, with tons of amenities. Learn more about this agency Responsibilities * Assigns work with timeframes for completion; provides instruction and explanation of assignments and job techniques; checks progress of work; and, reviews, accepts, modifies or rejects work of team members. * Provides the supervisor input to the team members performance appraisals. * Represents the team in dealing with the supervisor for the purpose of obtaining resources and in securing needed information or decisions from the supervisor on major work problems. * Leads the team in assessing its strengths and weaknesses and provides leadership to the team in exploring alternatives and determining what improvements can be made. * Review contract requirements along with any other customer-negotiated requirements to gain a clear understanding of contractual requirements. * Conduct contract database integrity reviews of assigned contracts to ensure accurate information with shipments and delinquencies, places of acceptances, cancellations, terminations, completion of line items and performance histories. Travel Required Occasional travel - Business travel is required 10% of the time. Supervisory status No Promotion Potential 12 * Job family (Series) 1150 Industrial Specialist * Requirements HelpRequirements Conditions of Employment * Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. * Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance. * Must file an annual financial statement. Qualifications Who May Apply: * Current Department of Defense Employee QUALIFICATIONS: In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Experience required: To qualify based on your work experience, your resume must describe at least one year of experience which prepared you to do the work in this job. To qualify, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade/level GS-11. Specialized experience is defined as: Experience planning, evaluating and maintaining surveillance over manufacturing and production operations; experience developing surveillance plans based on the contractor's risk assessment; and experience assessing the contractor's capability to produce and deliver products or services in accordance with the contract schedule. Education cannot be substituted for experience. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: * Contracting/Procurement * Legal, Government, and Jurisprudence * Oral Communication * Production and Processing * Written Communication Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-11). Applicants must meet basic eligibility requirements such as minimum qualifications, and other regulatory requirements by the closing date of the announcement. Education FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.

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PT Member Services

Centers Jacksonville AL, 36265

Overview CENTERS is a management company that specializes in campus recreation. We partner with universities to manage their de...

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Overview CENTERS is a management company that specializes in campus recreation. We partner with universities to manage their departments, facilities, finances, and deliver exceptional customer service. Since 1998, Centers remains the first and only mission centric organization committed to student development and departmental excellence on behalf of its clients. Centers is currently operating campus recreation centers at ten universities within the United States. Responsibilities Job Function: This position is responsible for operating the Member Services Desk including the Pro Shop within the Recreation Center. Membership Specialists handle a high volume of a variety of requests and are expected to be an information resource to all patrons regarding facilities, programs and services. Job Responsibilities: Customer Experience * Produce high levels of customer experience to all members and guests regarding memberships, facility operations, programs, classes, rules and regulations. * Respond to customer phone calls and in-person questions regarding the Recreation Center. * Greet members and guests in a cheerful and welcoming manner to create and maintain an atmosphere that cultivates long-term participation. * Provide educational and entertaining tours to inquiring members and guests, highlighting the facility's features and offered programs. Sales * Perform financial transactions for the selling of memberships, guest passes, lockers rentals, programs, services, pro shop merchandise and facility rentals. * Accurately complete and process all necessary paperwork for memberships, guest passes, facility rentals and programs. * Manage inventory and maintain merchandise to ensure quality, safety and security within the pro shop. * Understand and be able to suggestive sell features and options of all membership types, programs and services. * Create, run and review all cash drawer reports at the end of each shift. * Prepare shift cash drawer report at the beginning and end of each day. Recreation * Enforce University Recreation policies and procedures to promote participant safety and satisfaction. * Respond to all emergency situations and adhere to established protocol including pre and post incident procedures. * Assist with locker clean out on a semesterly basis, including cleaning, processing content, resetting combinations, and reporting maintenance issues. * Troubleshoot facility access issues by verifying member access and appropriate member status. Qualifications Job Expectations: * Currently enrolled as a student of Jacksonville State University. * Current certification in CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer or ability to complete training within 2-4 weeks after hiring date. * Prior experience as a (customer experience ambassador) for at least a semester. * Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0. * Utilize SubItUp to communicate work availability to supervisors and co-workers. * Ability to handle several tasks at once with frequent interruptions. * Attend all position specific trainings and meetings throughout each semester. * Demonstrate ability to work with staff, members and guests. * Ability to follow directions in the moment and with a smile. * Maintain professionalism and discretion when dealing with departmental information. * Ability to work throughout all hours of facility operation including nights and weekends. * Arrive promptly for shifts and presenting a professional appearance. Competencies: Technical Competencies * Basic computer competency. Human Relations: * Interaction with patrons, faculty, staff. Work Environment and Physical Demands Work Environment and Physical Demands: Work Environment * Office environment/fitness center environment. * Moderate to loud noise. Physical Demands * Standing or walking for at least 50% of the work day. * Occasional bending, stooping.

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Child Development Director-Assistant Child Development Director

Department Of The Air Force Huntsville AL, 35801

* Videos * Duties HelpDuties Summary These positions are being filled under the Temporary Direct-Hire Authority (DHA) for Ch...

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* Videos * Duties HelpDuties Summary These positions are being filled under the Temporary Direct-Hire Authority (DHA) for Childcare Services Providers for Department Child Development Centers (CDCs) authorized under Section 559 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year (FY) 2018. Learn more about this agency Responsibilities * Plans develops and executes an ongoing program of individuals and group developmental, recreational, occupational and educational activities that stimulate and sustain the social, cognitive, physical, and emotional growth of infants and children ages six weeks through five year. * Prepares and justifies budget requirements. * Manages the child development center work force. * Manages the nutrition program. * Administers the health and safety program. * Identifies training needs. * Represents the CDC with a variety of installation and functional area organizations Additional Information: This announcement may be used to fill one or more vacancies. Duties and responsibilities vary and may increase according to grade level. This public notice may be used to fill target grades (e.g. GS-05 Target GS-11) Positions covered under this DHA are qualified childcare services providers, which is defined as individuals who directly provide childcare services for dependent children of members of the Armed Forces and civilian employees of the DoD in CDCs on Department Installations, in the 1701 and 1702 Occupational Series at GS-2 through GS-11 (or equivalent pay grades), in the competitive service. Appointments under this authority may not be made after 30 September 2021 unless extended by future legislation. Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position. Supervisory status No Promotion Potential 11 * Job family (Series) 1701 General Education And Training * Requirements HelpRequirements Conditions of Employment * Please read this Public Notice in its entirety prior to submitting your application for consideration. * U.S. Citizenship is required * Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov * Total salary varies depending on location of position * PCS expenses if authorized will be paid IAW JTR and Air Force Regulations * Recruitment incentives may be authorized * Position may be subject to random drug testing * Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays * Shift work and emergency overtime may be required * Employee must maintain current certifications * A security clearance may be required * Disclosure of Political Appointments Qualifications BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: GS-05: I have a degree: that included or was supplemented by major study in education or in a subject matter field appropriate to the position. For the Child Development Director and/or Assistant Director position with the Department of the Air Force, the education MUST have been in child development, early childhood, home economics (early childhood emphasis), elementary education, special education, or other fields appropriate to the position to be filled. OR I have one year of experience in the field of education equivalent to least GS-04 position which demonstrates the knowledge of principles, concepts and practices in the area of child development programs to include education, physical development and recreational programs. GS-07: I have successfully completed one full academic year of graduate level education in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position; OR I have a bachelor's degree in education or a subject area related to the position and am claiming Superior Academic Achievement. OR I have one year of specialized experience. Examples of specialized experience such as professional knowledge of a wide range of principles, concepts and practices in the area of child development education, such as would be gained through extended graduate study or experience, and skill in applying this knowledge to difficult and complex work assignments. GS-08: I have two years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a master's degree or master's degree or master's or equivalent graduate degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position. OR I have one year of specialized experience. Examples of specialized experience such as professional knowledge of a wide range of principles, concepts and practices in the area of child development education, such as would be gained through extended graduate study or experience, and skill in applying this knowledge to difficult and complex work assignments. GS-09: I have two years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a master's degree or master's degree or master's or equivalent graduate degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position. OR I have one year of specialized experience. Examples of specialized experience such as professional knowledge of a wide range of principles, concepts and practices in the area of child development education, such as would be gained through extended graduate study or experience, and skill in applying this knowledge to difficult and complex work assignments. GS-10: I have three (3) years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or Ph.D or equivalent doctoral degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work of the position. OR I have one year of specialized experience which includes professional knowledge of theories, principles and practices of personnel management to include safety, security, health, and equal employment opportunity. GS-11: I have three (3) years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or Ph.D or equivalent doctoral degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work of the position. OR I have one year of specialized experience which includes professional knowledge of theories, principles and practices of personnel management to include safety, security, health, and equal employment opportunity. OR To view qualifying educational requirements and/or combination of education and specialized experience click on the following link: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1700/general-education-and-training-series-1701/ KNOWLEDGE; SKILLS AND ABILITIES: * Knowledge of principles, concepts and practices in the area of child development programs to include education, physical development and recreational program. * Knowledge of the goals, principles, methods and techniques of child care and sound understanding of the interests, needs and motivations of infants and children. * Knowledge of USDA programs and requirements and child care food programs. * Knowledge of theories, principles and practices of personnel management to include safety, security, health and equal employment opportunity. * Knowledge of budgetary requirements to properly plan and execute a budget to cover supplies, training, equipment, travel, contracted services and capital expenditures. * Ability to administer a health and safety program to include first aid, poisoning treatment, dispense approved prescribed oral medications, child abuse, ground safety and fire prevention. * Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing including a variety of audience (customers, other agencies, high level officials). PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: You MUST provide transcripts to support your educational claims. Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

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Child Development Director-Assistant Direct Child Develpment Director

Department Of The Air Force Huntsville AL, 35801

* Videos * Duties HelpDuties Summary These positions are being filled under the Temporary Direct-Hire Authority (DHA) for Ch...

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* Videos * Duties HelpDuties Summary These positions are being filled under the Temporary Direct-Hire Authority (DHA) for Childcare Services Providers for Department Child Development Centers (CDCs) authorized under Section 559 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year (FY) 2018. Learn more about this agency Responsibilities * Plans develops and executes an ongoing program of individuals and group developmental, recreational, occupational and educational activities that stimulate and sustain the social, cognitive, physical, and emotional growth of infants and children ages six weeks through five year. * Prepares and justifies budget requirements. * Manages the child development center work force. * Manages the nutrition program. * Administers the health and safety program. * Identifies training needs. * Represents the CDC with a variety of installation and functional area organizations Additional Information: This announcement may be used to fill one or more vacancies. Duties and responsibilities vary and may increase according to grade level. This public notice may be used to fill target grades (e.g. GS-05 Target GS-11) Positions covered under this DHA are qualified childcare services providers, which is defined as individuals who directly provide childcare services for dependent children of members of the Armed Forces and civilian employees of the DoD in CDCs on Department Installations, in the 1701 and 1702 Occupational Series at GS-2 through GS-11 (or equivalent pay grades), in the competitive service. Appointments under this authority may not be made after 30 September 2021 unless extended by future legislation. Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position. Supervisory status No Promotion Potential 11 * Job family (Series) 1701 General Education And Training * Requirements HelpRequirements Conditions of Employment * Please read this Public Notice in its entirety prior to submitting your application for consideration. * U.S. Citizenship is required * Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov * Total salary varies depending on location of position * PCS expenses if authorized will be paid IAW JTR and Air Force Regulations * Recruitment incentives may be authorized * Position may be subject to random drug testing * Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays * Shift work and emergency overtime may be required * Employee must maintain current certifications * A security clearance may be required * Disclosure of Political Appointments Qualifications BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: GS-05: I have a degree: that included or was supplemented by major study in education or in a subject matter field appropriate to the position. For the Child Development Director and/or Assistant Director position with the Department of the Air Force, the education MUST have been in child development, early childhood, home economics (early childhood emphasis), elementary education, special education, or other fields appropriate to the position to be filled. OR I have one year of experience in the field of education equivalent to least GS-04 position which demonstrates the knowledge of principles, concepts and practices in the area of child development programs to include education, physical development and recreational programs. GS-07: I have successfully completed one full academic year of graduate level education in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position; OR I have a bachelor's degree in education or a subject area related to the position and am claiming Superior Academic Achievement. OR I have one year of specialized experience. Examples of specialized experience such as professional knowledge of a wide range of principles, concepts and practices in the area of child development education, such as would be gained through extended graduate study or experience, and skill in applying this knowledge to difficult and complex work assignments. GS-08: I have two years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a master's degree or master's degree or master's or equivalent graduate degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position. OR I have one year of specialized experience. Examples of specialized experience such as professional knowledge of a wide range of principles, concepts and practices in the area of child development education, such as would be gained through extended graduate study or experience, and skill in applying this knowledge to difficult and complex work assignments. GS-09: I have two years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a master's degree or master's degree or master's or equivalent graduate degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position. OR I have one year of specialized experience. Examples of specialized experience such as professional knowledge of a wide range of principles, concepts and practices in the area of child development education, such as would be gained through extended graduate study or experience, and skill in applying this knowledge to difficult and complex work assignments. GS-10: I have three (3) years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or Ph.D or equivalent doctoral degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work of the position. OR I have one year of specialized experience which includes professional knowledge of theories, principles and practices of personnel management to include safety, security, health, and equal employment opportunity. GS-11: I have three (3) years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or Ph.D or equivalent doctoral degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work of the position. OR I have one year of specialized experience which includes professional knowledge of theories, principles and practices of personnel management to include safety, security, health, and equal employment opportunity. OR To view qualifying educational requirements and/or combination of education and specialized experience click on the following link: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1700/general-education-and-training-series-1701/ KNOWLEDGE; SKILLS AND ABILITIES: * Knowledge of principles, concepts and practices in the area of child development programs to include education, physical development and recreational program. * Knowledge of the goals, principles, methods and techniques of child care and sound understanding of the interests, needs and motivations of infants and children. * Knowledge of USDA programs and requirements and child care food programs. * Knowledge of theories, principles and practices of personnel management to include safety, security, health and equal employment opportunity. * Knowledge of budgetary requirements to properly plan and execute a budget to cover supplies, training, equipment, travel, contracted services and capital expenditures. * Ability to administer a health and safety program to include first aid, poisoning treatment, dispense approved prescribed oral medications, child abuse, ground safety and fire prevention. * Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing including a variety of audience (customers, other agencies, high level officials). PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: You MUST provide transcripts to support your educational claims. Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

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Sr Quality Assurance Analyst

Premise Health Brentwood TN, 37024

We have an opening for a Full-Time Sr Quality Assurance Analyst to work at our corporate headquarters in Brentwood, TN! Premise...

Posted Yesterday

We have an opening for a Full-Time Sr Quality Assurance Analyst to work at our corporate headquarters in Brentwood, TN! Premise Health is a leading worksite health and patient engagement company dedicated to improving the cost and quality of employee healthcare. We believe healthcare should be about helping people get, stay and be well. That's our mission and it's the foundation of everything we do. With more than 40 years of experience, Premise Health manages more than 500 worksite-based health and wellness centers across the country. The company serves more than 200 of the nation's leading employers, including a significant number of the Fortune 1000 Summary: The Sr QA Analyst will focus primarily on ensuring product quality. The Sr QA Analyst is responsible for validating production features and functionality against requirements documents and functional specifications, while implementing and adhering to SDLC and QA best practices, therefore playing a key role in the software development lifecycle. Essential Functions: * Lead and drive the definition, preparation, and execution of testing strategies for client project engagements including Functional, System Integration, Performance, and User Acceptance test phases according to the defined QA framework * Facilitate communication within the Project team around test activities * Educate team members on testing best practices and tools * Review and provide input on project schedule tasks, levels of effort, durations, testing risks, and dependencies * Conduct test matrix reviews with business analyst and technical development staff to ensure understanding of business requirements and complete test case coverage * Manage daily testing, defect tracking and resolution progress reporting * Actively monitor and prioritize testing workload of matrixed team to ensure quality results are delivered on time and within budget * Mentor QA Analysts, either as direct or indirect reports * Conduct testing post-mortems to define and document lessons learned and translate them into improvements to the QA framework * Conduct operational quality audits to ensure compliance with best practices * Create Test Matrices, Test Cases/Steps, and Test Scripts for Integration Testing, Functional Testing, and UAT * Generate test data * Execute test cases/steps; update documentation accordingly with results * Detail documentation of defects to facilitate the recreation of the defect by the development team * Escalate risks and issues to project leadership in accordance with best practices * Create and maintain automated regression testing suite Preferred Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree in technology related field including but not limited to: Computer Science, Management Information Systems, and Engineering * A minimum of 6 years of direct experience in Quality Assurance testing for IT projects. * A proven track record managing testing activity following the SDLC methodologies and must be an expert in development of formal test documentation and following QA and software/systems testing best practices. * Hands-on experience conducting business process quality assurance analysis to improve efficiency and quality of ongoing operations. * Confidently communicate and demonstrate quality assurance subject matter expertise at all levels of the organization (peers, client team management, sr. management, etc.) * Work cooperatively with diverse groups to address and come to resolution on difficult situations * Manage fluctuating and multiple priorities * Work in a fast-paced work environment that is frequently changing * Learn quickly and take ownership of responsibilities. Level: Proficient * Understanding of and hands-on experience with automated testing tools; in Selenium, Visual Studio; specifically, formulas and macros for Excel and Access * Knowledge of QA Methodologies, tools, related techniques, and ability to document & implement * Defect tracking tools such as Microsoft\s Team Foundation Server (TFS), SharePoint, Issue Net, etc. * Test Data Editors such as UNIX VI Editor, Notepad, WordPad, Ultra Edit, Text Pad, Aqua Data * Hands-on working knowledge of Epic Suite of Products * Written and verbal communications skills * Influencing without authority * Detail-oriented, able to multi-task, prioritize and able to quickly change priorities * SQL (WinSQL, PL/SQL, SQLNav), .net, SOA/Soap UI Level: Working * Relational Database Management Systems * Web Technologies (e.g., HTML, XML, Web Services) * Microsoft Visio * Microsoft Project Level: Familiarity * Agile Scrum, Kanban and ITIL experience

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Procurement Technician

Department Of Defense Huntsville AL, 35801

* Videos * Duties HelpDuties Summary The area enjoys a favorable cost of living and quality of life. Mountains, lakes, woodl...

Posted 1 week ago

* Videos * Duties HelpDuties Summary The area enjoys a favorable cost of living and quality of life. Mountains, lakes, woodlands and the Tennessee River accommodate numerous recreational activities. A temperate climate enhances the season for outdoor sports, including world-class golf, hiking, biking, and fishing. Major concerts, Broadway and symphony performances, extensive permanent collections and traveling exhibitions contribute to a wonderful way of life. The region is a great place to work, live, and, also, play. Learn more about this agency Responsibilities * Notifies the Administrative Contracting Officer (ACO) of input forms and procedures required to affect action, contracts production, and quality assurance elements to verify or secure required input data. * Assists other contracts personnel in resolving problems with Trusted Agent function workload, progress payments, and contract closings. * Processes contract closing actions for contracts administered by the team. * Plays an integral role in influencing the achievement of Agency Level Performance Indicators that are associated with the Contract Closeout and Canceling Funds. * Maintains contact with customer and contractors under established contracts in order to discuss and attempt to resolve difficulties related to scheduling deliveries, availability of goods and meeting terms of purchase agreements, etc. * Provides advice to contractor personnel and Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) regarding compliance with payment terms and conditions of the contract. Travel Required Occasional travel - Business travel is required 10% of the time. Supervisory status No Promotion Potential 7 * Job family (Series) 1106 Procurement Clerical And Technician * Requirements HelpRequirements Conditions of Employment * Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. * Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance. Qualifications Who May Apply: * Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) Eligible * All U.S. Citizens and Nationals with allegiance to the United States QUALIFICATIONS: In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Experience required: To qualify based on your work experience, your resume must describe at least one year of experience which prepared you to do the work in this job. To qualify, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade/level GS-06. Specialized experience is defined as: Experience performing technical and administrative contracting support by updating, maintaining and verifying contract documents; experience resolving routine or reoccurring contract content, formatting issues, and discrepancies to support contract close out actions; experience inputting data to an automated procurement database to compile and extract data for statistical reports; and experience communicating with customers and contractors under established contracts to discuss changes in scheduling deliveries, availability of goods and meeting contractual terms. Education can be substituted for experience. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: * Applies Technology to Tasks * Organizational Awareness * Written Communication Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-06). Applicants must meet basic eligibility requirements such as minimum qualifications, and other regulatory requirements by the closing date of the announcement. Education FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.

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Insurance Sales Agent, Retail (2760)

National General Lawrenceburg TN, 38464

Primary Purpose: Responsible for the profitable growth and the attainment of business goals by marketing and servicing Nati...

Posted 3 days ago

Job Description Primary Purpose: Responsible for the profitable growth and the attainment of business goals by marketing and servicing National General products including but not limited to Auto, Life, Auto Club, and Roadside Assistance to new and existing customers. Assist walk-in customers, support office operations and market our products outside of the office via marketing calls and visits. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time. * Meet and exceed sale's goals through new product sales, cross selling and retention of current customers * Implement marketing programs and initiatives which further the National General brand in the local market (car dealerships, local events, etc.) * Build and maintain relationships with community organizations and local business * Develop and manage customer relationships and serve as a resource to customers and potential customers on all National General products and services * Responsible for monitoring key competitors in the local market area and making suggestions on initiatives that could improve National General's position in the marketplace * Receive customer payments, issue receipts and verify balance/daily reports of receipts for cash drawers * Understand, promote and remain current on company underwriting guidelines, announcements, and memos related to changes in company policies and procedures * Responsible for sales administration and reporting activities Minimum Skills and Competencies: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. * High school diploma or general education degree (GED) * 1+ years of successful business-to-consumer sales experience * Active Property/Casualty and Life Insurance licensure * Strong demonstrated ability to market and sell in multi-product environment where cross selling and customer retention is essential to sales budget attainment * Excellent interpersonal skills including written, verbal and presentation delivery with ability to clearly communicate the features and benefits of insurance and other ancillary products to customers * Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain customer relationships and provide excellent customer service * Experience or strong willingness to develop key relationships and market our products within community organizations and the local business community * Must have current valid driver's license and consistent access to a personal vehicle which can be utilized to complete business marketing activities in the local community * Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) Desired Skills: * Insurance industry experience Job Requirements - About National General Holdings: National General Holdings Corp. is headquartered in New York City. National General traces its roots to 1939, has a financial strength rating of A– (excellent) from A.M. Best, and provides personal and commercial automobile, homeowners, umbrella, recreational vehicle, motorcycle, supplemental health, and other niche insurance products. We are a specialty personal lines insurance holding company. Through our subsidiaries, we provide a variety of insurance products, including personal and commercial automobile, homeowners, umbrella, recreational vehicle, supplemental health, lender-placed and other niche insurance products. National General is a fast paced, dynamic, and entrepreneurial organization. Our team members live by and exemplify what we call the 4Es. At National General, we are Energized, Engaged, Empowered, and we Execute every day in order to provide an exceptional experience for our customers! We are passionate about our organization and the value that we add every day. A successful candidate with National General will embody the 4Es. Our team is poised to outperform the competition. We are National General Insurance and with us you can be extraordinary! Come join our team! Companies and Partners Direct General Auto & Life, Personal Express Insurance, Century-National Insurance, ABC Insurance Agencies, NatGen Preferred, NatGen Premier, Seattle Specialty, National General Lender Services, ARS, RAC Insurance Partners, Mountain Valley Indemnity, New Jersey Skylands, Adirondack Insurance Exchange, VelaPoint, Quotit, HealthCompare, AHCP, NHIC, Healthcare Solutions Team, North Star Marketing, Euro Accident. In addition to a phenomenal career opportunity, National General Insurance offers an excellent benefits package including: * Paid Training * Medical, Dental, Vision benefits * Wellness Programs * Life and Short/Long Term Disability Insurance * 401k w/ Company Match * Company Paid Holidays & Generous Time-off policy * Employee Discount Program * Career Advancement and Development Opportunities * On-site Healthcare Clinic (Winston-Salem and Cleveland offices) * On-site Fitness Center (Cleveland and Dallas offices) * Subsidized parking (Cleveland office) National General Holdings Corp. is an Equal Opportunity (EO) employer – Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of any characteristic protected by law. Candidates must possess authorization to work in the United States, as it is not our practice to sponsor individuals for work visas. In the event you need assistance or accommodation in completing your online application, please contact NGIC main office by phone at (336) 435-2000. *

Recreation Aide (Regular Part-Time) (Grade 7)

Part-Time Groundskeeper - Parks & Recreation