Youth Development Specialist - Relocation to Hershey, PA Required
Senior Technician Specialist Job 23 miles from Westport
Milton Hershey School (MHS) is one of the world's best private schools, where students in pre-K through 12th grade from disadvantaged backgrounds receive an exceptional career-focused education with housing, meals, and more-and all costs are covered.
Thanks to the generosity of Milton and Catherine Hershey, who founded the school in 1909, the school is fully endowed and has the resources to ensure both students and staff are provided everything they need to thrive.
MHS is hiring married couples to become flex houseparents. Flex houseparents are couples who reside in on-campus student homes, guiding and nurturing a group of approximately 8-12 students. Flex houseparents provide a consistent family-like structure for students and handle responsibilities such as driving, administering medication, budgeting, reporting, etc. When initially hired, flex houseparents cover different student homes before being assigned to one specific home.
Benefits
· Salary of $43,825 per person (a total compensation package of approx. $150,000 per couple which includes free housing, meals while on duty, utilities, and more)
· Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance; health savings and flexible spending accounts; life insurance; disability options; retirement savings
· Relocation assistance and paid training provided
· Schedule of nine days on followed by three days off. Workdays include a period of personal time while students are at school
· Three-week paid summer vacation
Qualifications:
· Experience working or volunteering with youth, preferably from under-served settings
· This is a two-person job for couples who have been legally married for at least two years
· Both spouses should be age 27 or older
· No more than three dependent children may reside in the student home
· Abide by a smoke-free and weapon-free campus. No alcohol is permitted while on duty
· Limitations on pets. Only fish and one dog of approved breeds is permitted
· Valid driver's license; ability to become certified to drive student home vans
· Couples must be comfortable leading students in daily devotions and take students to Judeo-Christian Sunday chapel services (Note: Proselytizing is prohibited)
· High school diploma or GED required
· Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
· Candidates must demonstrate a high degree of integrity as all staff are role models for students.
· Both spouses must complete an individual employment application
This is a unique career path that takes consideration and commitment from both spouses. If you have any specific questions before or after applying, please reach out to our recruitment team at *********************************.
Cloud Technical Lead
Senior Technician Specialist Job 30 miles from Westport
We are a trusted Digital Engineering and Enterprise Modernization partner, combining deep technical expertise and industry experience to help our clients anticipate what's next. Our offerings and proven solutions create a unique competitive advantage for our clients by giving them the power to see beyond and rise above. We work with many industry-leading organizations across the world including 14 of the 30 most innovative US companies, 80% of the largest banks in the US and India, and numerous innovators across the healthcare ecosystem.
Our disruptor's mindset, commitment to client success, and agility to thrive in the dynamic environment have enabled us to sustain our growth momentum by reporting $291.71M revenue in Q2FY24, delivering 14.1% Y-o-Y growth. Our 22,800+ global team members, located in 21 countries, have been instrumental in helping the market leaders transform their industries. We're also pleased to share that Persistent won the 2023 Golden Peacock Award for Excellence in Corporate Governance within the IT sector. Acknowledging our cloud expertise, we were named a Challenger in the 2023 Gartner Magic Quadrant™ for Public Cloud IT Transformation Services. Throughout this market-leading growth, we've maintained strong employee satisfaction - over 94% of our employees approve of the CEO, and 89% would recommend working at Persistent to a friend.
Position: Cloud Tech Lead
Location: New York, NY (Hybrid)
Hire Type : Full time
Position Overview
The primary goal of Cloud Tech Lead is to ensure excellent services and support for Cloud systems with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and lead the offshore Cloud ProdOps Support team. This role is critical for Cloud Support Center success. Expected to perform activities including but not limited to Cloud Operations, AWS and GCP cloud services etc.
Technical Knowledge
Proficient in Service Management tools (Opsgenie, Jira, ServiceNow etc.) and leading support projects
Excellent hands on experience in Cloud platforms in AWS (and GCP)
Expertise in Cloud Services - EC2, Auto Scaling, and Load Balancing, AWS LightSail, ASG, Launch Template, Launch Configuration, AZ, HA, BCP/DR
Experience on Terraform - IaC Automation, Managing Terraform State Files
Experience on Cloud Infrastructure Automation, Configuration Management tools like Chef, Ansible, PagerDuty
Good knowledge of Kubernetes Containerization and Orchestration, AWS EKS, GCP GKE, Amazon ECS
Experience with Cloud Observability like ServiceNow Lightstep, NewRelic, AWS CloudWatch, AWS Personal Health Dashboard (PHD), AWS SNS Notifications, GCP Cloud Logging and GCP Cloud Monitoring etc.
Experience with observability platforms, setting up ELK, Kibana and Grafana Dashboards, PowerBI etc.
Hands on knowledge of Jenkins CI/CD Pipeline Management
Nice to have:
Experience working on Cloud FinOps for Cloud Cost Optimization
Experience in enabling and maintaining Cloud Security, SecOps
Circle CI/CD
JIRA eazy BI
Key Responsibilities
Lead the offshore ProdOps team and independently front face customer interactions and represent the team
Facilitate onshore offshore handshake and streamline execution
Provision, configure, and maintain cloud resources (VMs, storage, networks) and services
Manage multi-cloud environments (AWS and GCP) and hybrid cloud setups
Seamless collaboration with other groups within the team CloudOps, SecOps, FinOps, DBOps, InfraOps, engineering and L1 customer support teams
Improve system reliability and uptime
Optimize cloud costs, resource utilization and implement best cloud management practices
Automate CloudOps management through scripting, deployments and routine maintenance tasks
Optimize workload and resource configurations to achieve good performance
Maintain a detailed inventory of cloud assets and configurations
Identify trends and patterns to suggest process improvements
Manage incidents, including detection, escalation, troubleshooting and resolution
Monitoring and Dashboard Creation
Conduct root case analysis for recuring issues and adhere problem management process.
Ensure alignment and adherence with SLAs and KPIs
Implement corrective actions when service levels fall below targets
Required Qualifications
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in computer science, IT, or related field
8+ years of total experience with at least 4+ years of Cloud Ops experience
ITIL certification (preferably ITIL 4 Expert)
Preferably should have at least 1 Cloud Certification with hands on experience
Skills and Competencies
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Ability to directly handle client communication
Advanced problem-solving and analytical capabilities
Expert knowledge of service management frameworks and best practices
Let's unleash your full potential at Persistent - persistent.com/careers
“Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.”
Senior Technical Specialist, General Liability
Senior Technician Specialist Job 33 miles from Westport
As a leading provider of insurance and reinsurance with worldwide operations and employees in Bermuda, U.S., U.K., Continental Europe and Asia, we recognize that our success is derived directly from those who matter the most: our people. At Sompo International, our values of integrity, collaboration, agility, execution and excellence underpin our culture and our commitment to providing an employee experience that attracts and engages the best talent in the industry. As we continue to grow, we strive to find diverse, innovative and driven professionals to join our teams and offer a broad range of career and development opportunities at all levels, in multiple business areas, in each of our locations throughout the world. Our compensation and benefits programs are market driven and competitive, with excellent family friendly policies and flexible working provisions.
Job Description
Are you looking for your next opportunity?
Sompo has a unique opportunity for a Senior Technical Specialist, General Liability on our Casualty Claims team.
As a Senior Technical Specialist, you will provide insight and analysis on a variety of General Liability Primary Casualty claims, as well as act as a liaison between underwriting, claims, and our Third-Party Administrators.
Location: This position will be based out of our New York, NY, Garden City, NY, Purchase, NY, Morristown, NJ, Miami, FL, Charlotte, NC or Alpharetta, GA office. We strive for collaboration which is why we offer a work environment where our employees thrive and develop long lasting careers.
Our business, your impact, our opportunity:
What you'll be doing:
* Handle Sompo Casualty claims (primary and/or excess) and related systems and processes
* Provide technical oversight and guidance to TPA claim handlers and supervisors
* Adherence to client-specific claim handling guidelines, providing coverage and analytical analysis of potential exposures
* Communicate appropriate responses to management and underwriters on new losses
* Manage counsel where assigned; develop and execute strategy to control expenses and resolve litigated claims
* Establish appropriate reserves; Analyze loss and expense trends on a portfolio of claims and assist in the development and implementation of plans to improve results
* Provide written assessments on loss trends and high exposure cases
* Ensure that all claim information is reviewed and accurately and timely recorded; proactively manage correspondence and claim files and maintain a current diary in compliance with company standards
* Effectively represent the company's interests in meetings and negotiations; maintain a high level of claim and industry related expertise in order to assure technical competency and communicate to team members regarding significant issues and relevant changes
* Support underwriters and actuaries during the renewal process, communicating with and supporting underwriting and other functional groups within the organization
* Consult on policy and endorsement drafting where necessary
* Evaluate exposures and make substantive claim decisions for Sompo claims
* Attend various industry conferences, possibly as a speaker/presenter, publishing on current claim trends and issues and assisting other offices on complex claims
What you'll bring:
* Minimum 7-10 plus years' experience required in general liability claims handling with a career history of increasing responsibility with at least 3-5+ years handling excess claims, including large limit and high exposure claims
* Strong preference for candidate who has pursued or is in the process of pursuing an insurance related designation (e.g. RPLU, CPCU IIA, AMIM)
* Direct handling of a wide variety of general liability exposure claims with an emphasis on evaluating, handling, negotiating and settling litigated and non-litigated matters with typical exposure up to $2M USD
* Meaningful legal review experience and/or policy drafting experience
* Demonstrated ability to establish close working relationship with other departments including underwriting & actuarial
* Strong negotiating, analytical, written and organizational skills
* Effective communication with a wide spectrum of people both internally and externally
* Advanced relationship management skills with internal staff and external partners are required
* Strong computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Outlook and various in-house claims systems -Guidewire, Genius, ImageRight is a plus)
* Multiple state adjuster licenses a plus. Successful candidate may be required to obtain licenses or additional state licenses
* Bachelor's Degree required, with a JD preferred
Salary Range: $80,000 - $120,000 Actual compensation for this role will depend on several factors including the cost of living associated with your work location, your qualifications, skills, competencies, and relevant experience.
At Sompo, we recognize that the talent, skills, and commitment of our employees drive our success. This is why we offer competitive, high-quality compensation and benefit programs to eligible employees.
Our compensation program is built on a foundation that promotes a pay-for-performance culture, resulting in higher incentive awards, on average, when the Company does well and lower incentive awards when the Company underperforms. The total compensation opportunity for all regular, full-time employees is a combination of base salary and incentives that gets adjusted upfront based on overall Company performance with final awards based on individual performance.
We continuously evaluate and update our benefit programs to ensure that our plans remain competitive and meet the needs of our employees and their dependents. Below is a summary of our current comprehensive U.S. benefit programs:
* Two medical plans to choose from, including a Traditional PPO & a Consumer Driven Health Plan with a Health Savings account providing a competitive employer contribution
* Pharmacy benefits with mail order options
* Dental benefits including orthodontia benefits for adults and children
* Vision benefits
* Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
* Company-paid Life & AD&D benefits, including the option to purchase Supplemental life coverage for employee, spouse & children
* Company-paid Disability benefits with very competitive salary continuation payments
* 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with competitive employer contributions
* Competitive paid-time-off programs, including company-paid holidays
* Competitive Parental Leave Benefits & Adoption Assistance program
* Employee Assistance Program
* Tax-Free Commuter Benefit
* Tuition Reimbursement & Professional Qualification benefits
In today's world, what do we stand for?
Ethics and integrity are the foundation of delivering on our commitment to you. We believe that core values drive success, and that when relationships are held in the highest regard, there is nothing that cannot be accomplished. At Sompo, our ring is more than a logo, it is a symbol of our promise. Click here to learn more about life at Sompo.
Sompo is an equal opportunity employer and we intentionally value inclusion and diversity. Above all, we want you to work in an environment that respects everyone's unique contributions - we are passionately committed to equal opportunities. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex orientation, national origin, or age.
Senior Technical Specialist, General Liability
Senior Technician Specialist Job 33 miles from Westport
As a leading provider of insurance and reinsurance with worldwide operations and employees in Bermuda, U.S., U.K., Continental Europe and Asia, we recognize that our success is derived directly from those who matter the most: our people. At Sompo International, our values of integrity, collaboration, agility, execution and excellence underpin our culture and our commitment to providing an employee experience that attracts and engages the best talent in the industry. As we continue to grow, we strive to find diverse, innovative and driven professionals to join our teams and offer a broad range of career and development opportunities at all levels, in multiple business areas, in each of our locations throughout the world. Our compensation and benefits programs are market driven and competitive, with excellent family friendly policies and flexible working provisions.Job Description
Are you looking for your next opportunity?
Sompo has a unique opportunity for a Senior Technical Specialist, General Liability on our Casualty Claims team.
As a Senior Technical Specialist, you will provide insight and analysis on a variety of General Liability Primary Casualty claims, as well as act as a liaison between underwriting, claims, and our Third-Party Administrators.
Location: This position will be based out of our New York, NY, Garden City, NY, Purchase, NY, Morristown, NJ, Miami, FL, Charlotte, NC or Alpharetta, GA office. We strive for collaboration which is why we offer a work environment where our employees thrive and develop long lasting careers.
Our business, your impact, our opportunity:
What you'll be doing:
Handle Sompo Casualty claims (primary and/or excess) and related systems and processes
Provide technical oversight and guidance to TPA claim handlers and supervisors
Adherence to client-specific claim handling guidelines, providing coverage and analytical analysis of potential exposures
Communicate appropriate responses to management and underwriters on new losses
Manage counsel where assigned; develop and execute strategy to control expenses and resolve litigated claims
Establish appropriate reserves; Analyze loss and expense trends on a portfolio of claims and assist in the development and implementation of plans to improve results
Provide written assessments on loss trends and high exposure cases
Ensure that all claim information is reviewed and accurately and timely recorded; proactively manage correspondence and claim files and maintain a current diary in compliance with company standards
Effectively represent the company's interests in meetings and negotiations; maintain a high level of claim and industry related expertise in order to assure technical competency and communicate to team members regarding significant issues and relevant changes
Support underwriters and actuaries during the renewal process, communicating with and supporting underwriting and other functional groups within the organization
Consult on policy and endorsement drafting where necessary
Evaluate exposures and make substantive claim decisions for Sompo claims
Attend various industry conferences, possibly as a speaker/presenter, publishing on current claim trends and issues and assisting other offices on complex claims
What you'll bring:
Minimum 7-10 plus years' experience required in general liability claims handling with a career history of increasing responsibility with at least 3-5+ years handling excess claims, including large limit and high exposure claims
Strong preference for candidate who has pursued or is in the process of pursuing an insurance related designation (e.g. RPLU, CPCU IIA, AMIM)
Direct handling of a wide variety of general liability exposure claims with an emphasis on evaluating, handling, negotiating and settling litigated and non-litigated matters with typical exposure up to $2M USD
Meaningful legal review experience and/or policy drafting experience
Demonstrated ability to establish close working relationship with other departments including underwriting & actuarial
Strong negotiating, analytical, written and organizational skills
Effective communication with a wide spectrum of people both internally and externally
Advanced relationship management skills with internal staff and external partners are required
Strong computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Outlook and various in-house claims systems -Guidewire, Genius, ImageRight is a plus)
Multiple state adjuster licenses a plus. Successful candidate may be required to obtain licenses or additional state licenses
Bachelor's Degree required, with a JD preferred
Salary Range: $80,000 - $120,000 Actual compensation for this role will depend on several factors including the cost of living associated with your work location, your qualifications, skills, competencies, and relevant experience.
At Sompo, we recognize that the talent, skills, and commitment of our employees drive our success. This is why we offer competitive, high-quality compensation and benefit programs to eligible employees.
Our compensation program is built on a foundation that promotes a pay-for-performance culture, resulting in higher incentive awards, on average, when the Company does well and lower incentive awards when the Company underperforms. The total compensation opportunity for all regular, full-time employees is a combination of base salary and incentives that gets adjusted upfront based on overall Company performance with final awards based on individual performance.
We continuously evaluate and update our benefit programs to ensure that our plans remain competitive and meet the needs of our employees and their dependents. Below is a summary of our current comprehensive U.S. benefit programs:
Two medical plans to choose from, including a Traditional PPO & a Consumer Driven Health Plan with a Health Savings account providing a competitive employer contribution
Pharmacy benefits with mail order options
Dental benefits including orthodontia benefits for adults and children
Vision benefits
Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Company-paid Life & AD&D benefits, including the option to purchase Supplemental life coverage for employee, spouse & children
Company-paid Disability benefits with very competitive salary continuation payments
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with competitive employer contributions
Competitive paid-time-off programs, including company-paid holidays
Competitive Parental Leave Benefits & Adoption Assistance program
Employee Assistance Program
Tax-Free Commuter Benefit
Tuition Reimbursement & Professional Qualification benefits
In today's world, what do we stand for?
Ethics and integrity are the foundation of delivering on our commitment to you. We believe that core values drive success, and that when relationships are held in the highest regard, there is nothing that cannot be accomplished. At Sompo, our ring is more than a logo, it is a symbol of our promise. Click here to learn more about life at Sompo.
Sompo is an equal opportunity employer and we intentionally value inclusion and diversity. Above all, we want you to work in an environment that respects everyone's unique contributions - we are passionately committed to equal opportunities. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex orientation, national origin, or age.
Professional Learning Specialist
Senior Technician Specialist Job 28 miles from Westport
Job Details Staff Development Building - Hamden, CT Full Time 4 Year Degree $68,685.00 - $117,467.00 Salary Day Professional ServicesJob Posting Date(s) 04/19/2025Description
Job Brief: A professional learning specialist in this cutting-edge position supports ACES member district initiatives through training, coaching, facilitating workshops, and modeling a variety of educational best practices. A proven capacity to effectively work and collaborate with adult learners is essential, as are strong skills with educational technology tools and programs. The ability to take initiative, manage multiple priorities, and remain flexible in a fast-paced environment is a must.
Qualifications
Qualifications: Minimum of 7 years as educator; CT teacher certification in the appropriate area(s); Intermediate administrator (092) is preferred by not required
Duties and Responsibilities:
Design and provide innovative professional learning experiences for educators, administrators, and school leaders across a variety of grade bands, including PreK-3, K-5, K-8, 6-12, and/or K-12
Collaborate with ACES member districts to support initiatives through training, facilitating, coaching, and modeling best practices in education.
Deliver professional development aligned with adult learning theory and research-based instructional strategies.
Create customized professional learning experiences based on district-specific needs.
Integrate educational technology into professional learning sessions to enhance teacher and administrator skillsets.
Maintain flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.
Take initiative in managing multiple responsibilities and meeting deadlines.
Provide ongoing support through classroom observations, feedback, and coaching sessions.
Travel as needed to various district locations throughout Connecticut and with the potential to travel nationwide to provide professional learning and support.
Knowledge of:
Adult learning theory and principles of professional learning design.
Deep knowledge of Connecticut state curriculum standards and frameworks, in a variety of content areas and grade levels
Understanding of research-based best practices in early childhood, elementary, secondary, multilingual learners and/or special education, as well as effective integration of educational technology to support diverse learners.
Data-driven instructional practices and their role in professional learning.
Educational technology tools and programs that enhance teaching and learning.
Skills in:
Effectively training and coaching adult learners, with proven ability to engage diverse groups of educators.
Using a variety of educational technology platforms and tools to design and deliver professional development.
Managing multiple projects and priorities within tight deadlines.
Communicating clearly and articulately with educators, administrators, and school leaders.
Collaborating within a team and across departments to ensure program success.
Adapting learning experiences to meet the needs of different learner groups and district initiatives.
Using data to inform instructional practice and adjust professional learning programs accordingly.
Ability to:
Act as liaison.
Problem-solve as issues arise and communicate forwardly.
Work well within time constraints.
Synthesize and respond to needs as they arise.
Learning Designer, School of Nursing
Senior Technician Specialist Job 31 miles from Westport
Quinnipiac University seeks applications for a Learning Designer for the School of Nursing. This position plays a crucial role in developing healthcare-focused learning experiences that prepare nursing students for the evolving demands of clinical practice. In this position, the Learning Designer collaborates with nursing faculty, clinicians, staff from Faculty Advancement in Teaching Excellence, and instructional technology professionals to design and deliver high-quality online, blended, and in-person courses. By integrating instructional design best practices, healthcare-specific technologies, and active learning strategies, this role ensures that nursing education at Quinnipiac is both innovative and aligned with industry standards. The Learning Designer is also a key participant in and contributor to Quinnipiac Innovations in Learning and Teaching (QILT), including broader QILT initiatives, sharing insights and innovations from nursing education with the university community.
With a direct relationship to QILT and under the direction of the Assistant Provost for Innovations in Learning, Teaching, and Technology, the Learning Designer will collaborate with the Quinnipiac University community to envision and create the future of teaching and learning.
The QILT team is dedicated to integrating cutting-edge pedagogy and technology into dynamic, student-centered learning environments. QILT supports faculty across disciplines in developing innovative learning experiences that drive academic excellence and align with Quinnipiac's strategic vision. QILT is a collaborative, cross-functional team of learning designers, technologists, and faculty development experts, all working to enhance teaching and learning throughout the university.
About Quinnipiac:
Quinnipiac University is a private, coeducational institution located 90 minutes north of New York City and two hours from Boston. The university currently has an enrollment of 9,000 students in more than 130 degree programs through its Schools of Business, Communications, Education, Computing, and Engineering, Health Sciences, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and the College of Arts and Sciences. Our 21 Division I teams have achieved remarkable success, boasting multiple conference titles. This includes a 2023 NCAA National Championship win in ice hockey, a three-time defending national champion women's rugby team, and a trip to the Sweet 16 for our women's basketball team. The Quinnipiac University Poll is nationally recognized as a leader in public opinion research, and the university is consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report and Princeton Review's "The Best 388 Colleges." The university is in the midst of program expansion and renewal for both traditional and adult learners, attraction of diverse communities, development of innovative corporate partnerships, and construction of an ambitious set of capital projects. For more information, please visit qu.edu. Connect with Quinnipiac on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok and X.
Responsibilities:
Learning Design and Instructional Development (50%)
Partner with School of faculty, clinicians, and subject matter experts (SMEs) on course design, development, and reflection through consultation, with a specific focus on nursing education at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
Collaborate with faculty in the School of Nursing to ensure online, blended, and in-person courses meet both pedagogical standards and nursing education accreditation and regulatory needs.
Collaborate on the design and integration of clinical simulations, case-based learning, and healthcare-specific tools into courses to prepare nursing students for real-world practice.
Build and support courses in a range of Learning Management Systems (e.g., Canvas), with a focus on nursing education technologies and accessibility.
Collaborate with nursing faculty in building robust electronic course assessments (e.g., exams, rubrics) using an online testing platform.
Training, Programs, and Faculty Development (30%)
Provide workshops on instructional design, nursing simulations, and educational technologies for nursing faculty and staff.
Create tailored materials (including on-demand training) to support nursing faculty in using technology for didactic, clinical and laboratory instruction.
Assist nursing faculty in identifying learning needs, ensuring course designs include appropriate nursing program accessibility practices (e.g., ADA, 508 compliance).
Participate in training and support for Quinnipiac's educational technology stack, with a special focus on tools used in nursing education (e.g., telehealth platforms, virtual simulations, high fidelity simulation).
Project Management (5%)
Assist in the creation of project management plans specific to nursing education projects, tracking project tasks and ensuring alignment with nursing accreditation and regulatory standards.
Work directly with project leadership on healthcare-related projects, offering management input for emerging technologies and innovative pedagogical practices in nursing education.
Demonstrate ability to manage nursing-related projects and events within tight deadlines and maintain high quality standards.
Leadership (10%)
Share knowledge and expertise in nursing instructional design with other QILT colleagues and team members to foster innovation across the university.
Stay informed on the latest research and trends in nursing education, instructional design, and learning sciences, applying this knowledge to nursing and clinical teaching practices.
Build and maintain strong relationships across the School of Nursing, as well as within the QILT network, facilitating cross-team collaboration and interdisciplinary innovations.
Other (5%)
Perform other duties as assigned, particularly those that align with the intersection of the School of Nursing strategic plan, nursing education, learning design, and QILT teams.
Education Requirements:
Bachelor's degree required
Master's degree preferred
Qualifications:
3-5 years of experience in instructional design tailored to nursing education, including the development of competency-based learning and assessments.
Preferred experience in learning design within nursing and healthcare programs.
Strong understanding of the science of how people learn, with the ability to apply evidence-based strategies for diverse learners, including adult and college-aged students.
Expertise in designing courses across multiple modalities (online, blended, in-person) and supporting graduate, undergraduate, and lifelong learning programs to ensure engagement and effective learning outcomes across all educational levels.
Proficient in integrating educational technologies to create interactive, engaging, and effective learning experiences. Skilled in selecting and implementing a variety of tools for course development, multimedia content creation, and learner assessment, ensuring alignment with pedagogical goals and accessibility standards.
Strong knowledge of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and inclusive teaching practices, ensuring that course materials are accessible to all learners and promote a supportive, equitable learning environment.
Extensive experience with LMS platforms, with a preference for Canvas, to create well-structured, user-friendly courses that support both faculty and student needs.
Knowledge of relevant laws, including HIPAA, FERPA, ADA compliance, and Section 508, ensuring course content meets necessary regulations for confidentiality and accessibility.
Project management skills, capable of organizing course development processes, meeting deadlines, and collaborating with faculty to ensure high-quality outcomes.
Collaborative expertise working with faculty, academic staff, and administrators in the School of Nursing to design and implement learning experiences.
Skilled in developing faculty workshops and providing instructional support to promote the adoption of effective teaching practices and technologies.
Ability to design competency-based assessments and clinical practice integrations that support hands-on learning for healthcare students.
Familiarity with nursing accreditation standards (e.g., CCNE) to ensure courses align with nursing education requirements.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively and present ideas clearly to a range of stakeholders.
Commitment to continuous learning, staying current with emerging trends in instructional design, healthcare education, and learning technologies.
Data-driven design expertise, using analytics to inform course design decisions and evaluate learner progress.
Demonstrated ability to work with diverse populations and a commitment to diversity and inclusion
Special Instructions to Applicants:
TO APPLY:
Applications must be submitted electronically and include a resume, cover letter addressing how your experience supports the requirements of this position and Quinnipiac' commitment to diversity and inclusion, and contact information for three references on the application form.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time faculty and staff which includes tuition remission and a culture that is inclusive and driven by excellence.
Quinnipiac University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Clinical Affairs Training Specialist (CTS) III
Senior Technician Specialist Job 25 miles from Westport
Full-time Description
RxSight is an ophthalmic medical technology corporation headquartered in Aliso Viejo, California that has commercialized the world's first and only adjustable intraocular lens (IOL) that is customized after cataract surgery. The company's mission is to revolutionize the premium cataract surgery experience by allowing surgeons to partner with their patients to achieve optimized results for every unique eye.
OVERVIEW:
The CTS III is responsible for providing world class training and support for physicians and staff on the use and integration of RxSight products and technology. Position will support clinical efforts at Customer site(s) via clinical support and monitoring surgery, supporting clinical evaluations and LDD treatments, reviewing post-operative visits and patient follow-ups and supporting clinical data collection for completion and compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP). Position will provide consistent, high-level support to Customer sites, fostering full integration of RxSight products and device-related clinical methods into their clinical practice. Position will support commercial customer sites as well as investigational study sites in a highly regulated environment, providing timely data feedback and reporting as needed. Position will interact heavily with Customers as well as internal RxSight departments to maintain a well-developed, transparent communication path to ensure the voice of the customer is clearly and consistently heard.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Train Physicians and staff on RxSight technology and best practices.
Communicate with sites to identify key on-site personnel, set proper expectations to ensure full site readiness to accept RxSight technology prior to customer onboarding.
Ensure staff supporting physicians are fully educated and trained on RxSight technology to full competence, enabling Rapid Adoption of RxSight technology within the customer site.
Oversee and manage Customer introduction, onboarding and ongoing training/educational activities to ensure full operational competence in compliance with current Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as directed.
Ensure continuous procedure and training adherence for trained staff and physicians by conducting periodic audits of the effectiveness of the Clinical Training program.
Assist with customer complaint-handling and management, as applicable.
Support and manage Clinical Study sites to include: monitoring and maintaining compliance to clinical protocols, data integrity, data collection, documentation and transfer practices.
Assist with On-the-Job Training (OJT) of new RxSight clinical applications personnel to ensure training effectiveness and competence to training standards.
Provide consistent clinical support to set expectations and properly educate and train customers with regards to patient evaluation/selection, RxLAL implantation as well as postoperative evaluation and LDD treatments with a focus on patient safety, customer support and continuous improvement of the Clinical Training program.
Provide strategies and feedback for implementing clinical methodology to optimize results of RxSight technology.
Assist and/or lead troubleshooting efforts regarding unexpected clinically-relevant incidents; involving other members of the company for support and/or expertise as deemed appropriate.
Monitor and update the Training Portal regularly to ensure accurate reflection of CTS/customer activity as well as training readiness of each customer site.
Provide excellent Customer support for customers assigned within your geographical region as measured by periodic Customer Satisfaction Surveys.
Monitor and analyze trends within your specific region and ensure communication to the Director, Global Clinical Operations, Associate Director, Global Clinical Education, RD&E and other departments as appropriate for continued process improvement.
Attend and support global trade shows, meetings and conferences when required.
Assist with clinical data collection, analysis and presentation as needed.
Requirements
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Demonstrable ability to liaise with individuals of all levels, to include surgeons, clinical staff and facility administrators.
Significant clinical experience including planning of cataract surgery, refractions/biometry and associated device operations.
Strong knowledge of the cataract patient diagnostic and evaluative process at the clinic level, including patient flow.
Strong understanding and OR experience related to Cataract Surgery.
Proven and excellent communication skills, written and verbal.
Ability to travel up to ~75% of the time.
6+ years Clinical experience in ophthalmic industry.
Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle and travel without restriction in the applicable region of the world.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Although this position will not have supervisory requirements it is expected that this position will lead the clinical activities and efforts within individual customer sites. We expect this position will lead new customer onboarding activities as well as practice role model behavior through their interaction with RxSight customers and fellow employees as well as potential future customers.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, and TRAINING:
BSc Optometry, Master of Optometry, and/or BA/BS (preferred)
Three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Strong experience with manifest refractions
Training to be completed per the training plan for this position as maintained in the document control system
The training requirements on TRN-10007 Insider Trading Policy, TRN-10008 Global Anti-Bribery and Anti-Corruption Policy and TRN-10009 Code of Business Conducts and Ethics must be diligently completed within 30 days from the hiring date and on an annual basis
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
Formal training in vision sciences, such as at a recognized optometry program or industry training. OD/COT/COA/COMT/CCOA/ROUB highly desirable.
COMPUTER SKILLS:
MS Office Products
Salary Description $90,000 To $120,000
PT - Learning Specialist (66497)
Senior Technician Specialist Job 27 miles from Westport
Job Details Position Type: Part Time Education Level: Masters Degree Salary Range: $30.00 - $33.00 Hourly Travel Percentage: No Travel Required Job Shift: Day Description The Comprehensive Assistance Program (CAP) at Iona University is an optional, fee-based program that offers comprehensive support and services for students with diagnosed learning disabilities, AD/HD, traumatic brain injuries or are on the autism spectrum.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
* Engage, mentor and support students in their academic and personal goals
* Help students to develop compensatory learning and study skills and to problem solve
* Teach organizational strategies, study strategies, time management, test-taking skills and critical reasoning, reading and writing skills
* Work collaboratively with the team to support students
* Conduct individual outreach to students as needed
* Participate in occasional meetings with students and their Instructors to clarify assignments or other course related matters
* Maintain an electronic summary of all work done with students
* Participate in weekly staff meetings
* Participate in professional development workshops and training
* Maintain a working knowledge of learning strategies, attend trainings on topics pertaining to academic coaching/mentoring and engage in best practice
* Participate in all aspects of the Summer Transition Program
* Attend the University events associated with recruitment for the program
Qualifications
Job Requirements
* Master's Degree or higher in Psychology, Counseling or similar field
* Experience teaching students with disabilities in High School or at the Post-Secondary Level
* Must be able to take the initiative to assist students with problem solving and helping students to communicate with their Instructors.
* Must be willing to work with a structured team and be flexible
* Experience tutoring or coaching students with disabilities a plus
About Iona University/EEO language
Founded in 1940, Iona University is a master's-granting private, Catholic, coeducational institution of learning in the tradition of the Edmund Rice Christian Brothers. Iona's 45-acre New Rochelle campus and 28-acre Bronxville campus are just 20 miles north of Midtown Manhattan. With a total enrollment of nearly 4,000 students and an alumni base of more than 50,000 around the world, Iona is a diverse community of learners and scholars dedicated to academic excellence and the values of justice, peace and service. Iona is highly accredited, offering undergraduate degrees in liberal arts, science and business administration, as well as Master of Arts, Master of Science and Master of Business Administration degrees and numerous advanced certificate programs. Iona students enjoy small class sizes, engaged professors and a wide array of academic programs across the School of Arts & Science; LaPenta School of Business; NewYork-Presbyterian Iona School of Health Sciences; and Hynes Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation. Iona also continues to be recognized in prestigious national rankings. Most recently for 2025, Iona has been named one of the nation's best colleges by The Princeton Review, The Wall Street Journal, Forbes and others. Additionally, U.S. News & World Report recognized Iona as one of top colleges for social mobility in the country, while Georgetown University's Center on Education and the Workforce (CEW) ranked an Iona degree in the top 5 percent nationally for long-term return on investment. Iona's LaPenta School of Business, meanwhile, is also accredited by AACSB International, a recognition awarded to just 6 percent of business schools worldwide.
Iona offers a comprehensive benefits package to all full-time employees that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; life insurance; short and long-term disability; employee assistance program (EAP); tuition remission; and generous time off. For more information on our benefits and working at Iona visit the Human Resources section of our website.
Iona University values and celebrates diversity and is committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for all of our employees and does not tolerate discrimination based on any legally protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local laws. As an equal opportunity employer, Iona University encourages applications from qualified candidates who reflect the wider world in which we live.
Teaching and Learning Specialist
Senior Technician Specialist Job 28 miles from Westport
Job Title: Early Childhood Lead Childcare Teacher (Preschool Program) Reports: To: Program Facilitator of Overbrook Early Learning Center Hours: Full Time- 40 hours per week/ 12 month position The salary range is $41,200 - $45,000 (DOE) with full benefits.
Description: The East Haven Preschool Program is seeking a seasoned, energetic, and team oriented individual with a desire to positively impact the Overbrook Early Learning Center school community.
Primary Role & Responsibilities:
Provide safe and nurturing environments for children that encourage their social/emotional, physical, cognitive, and creative development. Design and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum according to guidelines established by the State of Connecticut Department of Education and the Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). Review important decisions with his or her supervisor, and maintain a positive relationship with parents, children, and co-workers.
Qualifications:
* Associate or Bachelor's Degree, or higher in any field and at least 12 Early Childhood Credits.
* Demonstrate knowledge of developmentally appropriate early childhood practices.
* Excellent oral and communication skills.
* Ability to work in a variety of settings with a culturally diverse population.
* Able to address the needs of the program as they arise.
* Familiarity with NAEYC Standards, School Readiness program requirements.
* Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Office of Early Childhood/ East Haven Local Governance Council may find appropriate and acceptable.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
* Work in collaboration with other classroom teachers to provide a quality developmentally appropriate program for 3 and 4 year-old children.
* Conduct assessment of child progress and facilitate parent conferences.
* Co-create weekly lesson plans using the OEC Learning Plan.
* Maintain clear open communication with all staff, administrator and parents.
* Foster positive self-concept by supporting individuality, independence and the ability to make choices
* Engage and communicate constructively with individual children during activities and routines.
* Be available and responsive to children's needs, questions and requests
* Respect and observe children's interests. Intervene when needed to maintain safety.
Physical Environment, Health, Safety and Nutrition (Follow all safety/health rules of the program):
* Supervise children at all times. Demonstrate awareness of entire group while working with a small group or individuals
* Know the number of children in your group and maintain ratios at all times. Maintain accurate attendance records throughout the day.
* Complete appropriate paperwork (i.e. accident, medication, allergies).
* Encourage children to utilize appropriate health, safety, and nutritional practices.
* Keep the environment and equipment safe, clean, and attractive. Encourage respect for classroom materials. Notify designated individuals in advance when supplies are needed.
* Arrange space in clearly defined, well-organized activity areas. Organize a variety of materials on low, open shelves for children to use independently. Be able to lift 40 pounds
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility that is included in the Staff Handbook.
Sr. Specialist, Threat Intelligence Editor
Senior Technician Specialist Job 21 miles from Westport
Our Purpose Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we're helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential.
Title and Summary
Sr. Specialist, Threat Intelligence Editor
Sr. Specialist, Threat Intelligence Editor, Payment Threat Intelligence
Location: Purchase
Overview:
Mastercard's Services team is responsible for safeguarding trust in payments, both now and in the future. We ensure that transactions and interactions are safe, simple and smart. The Card & Payment Ecosystem Security organization within Services is responsible for developing and managing cybersecurity solutions that help build trust in the Mastercard ecosystem while increasing Mastercard's posture as a leader in the cybersecurity industry.
About the Role:
Mastercard is using global threat intelligence to secure today's digital economy - in the payment ecosystem and beyond. We are looking for a detail-oriented Sr. Specialist, Threat Intelligence Editor to write objective, evidence-based payment threat reports and deliverables for non-technical audiences. The Sr. Specialist will be responsible for producing high-quality, fact-based, and objective threat intelligence reports focused on payment threats and trends catering to non-technical audiences.
Role & Responsibilities
* Write clear, fact-based payment threat intelligence reports tailored for non-technical audiences, ensuring comprehensive yet easy-to-understand content.
* Assist in preparing detailed, well-structured documents to support legal or compliance teams in investigations or responses.
* Ensure all reports are properly cited, grounded in reliable sources, and uphold objectivity, using factual evidence to support conclusions.
* Collaborate with cybersecurity teams, legal advisors, and business leaders to validate intelligence and ensure report accuracy.
* Help prepare materials for internal stakeholders, keeping leadership informed of payment security trends and emerging risks.
* Review and refine report templates and writing processes to ensure efficiency and maintain high-quality output.
* Updates and edits key product materials such as user guides and FAQ
All About You
* Strong writing and editing skills with a focus on clarity and precision.
* Experience in legal writing or analysis, journalism, grant writing, or similar fields.
* Ability to synthesize complex data into understandable, evidence-based content.
* Ability to accurately translate technical information for a general audience
* Experience with research and citing credible sources.
Mastercard is a merit-based, inclusive, equal opportunity employer that considers applicants without regard to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We hire the most qualified candidate for the role. In the US or Canada, if you require accommodations or assistance to complete the online application process or during the recruitment process, please contact reasonable_accommodation@mastercard.com and identify the type of accommodation or assistance you are requesting. Do not include any medical or health information in this email. The Reasonable Accommodations team will respond to your email promptly.
Corporate Security Responsibility
All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must:
* Abide by Mastercard's security policies and practices;
* Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed;
* Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and
* Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard's guidelines.
In line with Mastercard's total compensation philosophy and assuming that the job will be performed in the US, the successful candidate will be offered a competitive base salary based on location, experience and other qualifications for the role and may be eligible for an annual bonus or commissions depending on the role. Mastercard benefits for full time (and certain part time) employees generally include: insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance), flexible spending account and health savings account, paid leaves (including 16 weeks new parent leave, up to 20 paid days bereavement leave), 10 annual paid sick days, 10 or more annual paid vacation days based on level, 5 personal days, 10 annual paid U.S. observed holidays, 401k with a best-in-class company match, deferred compensation for eligible roles, fitness reimbursement or on-site fitness facilities, eligibility for tuition reimbursement, gender-inclusive benefits and many more.
Pay Ranges
Purchase, New York: $114,000 - $182,000 USD
Client Engagement Training Specialist
Senior Technician Specialist Job 16 miles from Westport
We are a technology-driven company. We built our business with the purpose of empowering people and improving their organizations, one payment at a time.
We started our journey by providing smart and simple payment processing tools and products but haven't stopped there. We are backed by a team of world-class experts and the best technology talent, and we are committed to helping more new businesses get started, increase the revenues of our customers, and bridge the gap between online merchants and payment solutions.
Our mission is to give companies the tools they need to change the future of their business.
Requirements
Job Summary
We are looking for a highly experienced Trainer with a wealth of knowledge in payment processing to take the helm in designing and executing training programs tailored for both internal and external departments. This pivotal role calls for a dynamic and engaging individual who can deliver impactful in-person training sessions as well as interactive remote workshops. The Trainer will be responsible for creating detailed training programs from the ground up, meticulously managing all training materials/reporting, and curating a comprehensive knowledge base that serves as a vital resource for learners.
The ideal candidate will possess exceptional expertise in hands-on training methods and effective learning evaluation techniques. They will be tasked with establishing a structured and systematic training process that incorporates a variety of interactive approaches, including role-playing exercises, shadowing opportunities, quizzes, and other engaging learning activities. This multifaceted training strategy will ensure employees not only acquire profound industry knowledge but also develop practical skills and expertise that can be readily applied in their day-to-day roles.
Responsibilities & Duties
Capable of traveling outside of the country to host in person trainings 30% to 35%
Design and deliver engaging training sessions for internal teams and external partners in both in-person and virtual settings.
Develop and implement structured training programs, including role-play exercises, shadowing opportunities, and assessments.
Facilitate training to be deployed on a weekly basis to ensure teams are kept up to speed on updates and changes happening within the department.
Continuously evaluate and improve training effectiveness based on feedback and business needs.
Build comprehensive training programs from scratch, covering industry best practices, company processes, compliance, and product knowledge.
Create, update, and maintain training materials, knowledge base articles, manuals, and e-learning content to ensure accuracy and relevance.
Develop assessments, quizzes, and certification programs to measure learning retention and effectiveness.
Ensure all training materials and knowledge base content remain current, accurate, and aligned with evolving industry regulations and company policies.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Onboarding, Risk, Activations, QA, and ACH, to integrate updates into training programs.
Capable of developing an onboarding training curriculum for new hires, ensuring a smooth transition into their role.
Train employees on fraud prevention, risk management, chargebacks, and dispute resolution.
Develop training on payment technologies, merchant services, and key industry players.
Skills/Competencies
Excellent presentation skills
Curriculum development
Amazing customer service awareness
Data analysis & reporting
Collaboration & teamwork
Qualifications/Experience Required
5+ years of experience in training and instructional design, preferably within the payment processing or financial services industry.
Proven track record of building training programs from scratch and implementing structured training methodologies.
Experience in delivering training both in-person and remotely using various learning platforms.
Strong knowledge of payment processing, merchant services, chargebacks, risk management, and compliance requirements.
Proficiency in LMS platforms, e-learning tools, and knowledge management systems.
Excellent presentation, facilitation, and coaching skills.
Strong organizational and project management abilities.
Ability to analyze training effectiveness and adjust programs accordingly.
Education Requirements
Bachelor's degree required
Client Engagement Training Specialist
Senior Technician Specialist Job 16 miles from Westport
Requirements
We are looking for a highly experienced Trainer with a wealth of knowledge in payment processing to take the helm in designing and executing training programs tailored for both internal and external departments. This pivotal role calls for a dynamic and engaging individual who can deliver impactful in-person training sessions as well as interactive remote workshops. The Trainer will be responsible for creating detailed training programs from the ground up, meticulously managing all training materials/reporting, and curating a comprehensive knowledge base that serves as a vital resource for learners.
The ideal candidate will possess exceptional expertise in hands-on training methods and effective learning evaluation techniques. They will be tasked with establishing a structured and systematic training process that incorporates a variety of interactive approaches, including role-playing exercises, shadowing opportunities, quizzes, and other engaging learning activities. This multifaceted training strategy will ensure employees not only acquire profound industry knowledge but also develop practical skills and expertise that can be readily applied in their day-to-day roles.
Responsibilities & Duties
Capable of traveling outside of the country to host in person trainings 30% to 35%
Design and deliver engaging training sessions for internal teams and external partners in both in-person and virtual settings.
Develop and implement structured training programs, including role-play exercises, shadowing opportunities, and assessments.
Facilitate training to be deployed on a weekly basis to ensure teams are kept up to speed on updates and changes happening within the department.
Continuously evaluate and improve training effectiveness based on feedback and business needs.
Build comprehensive training programs from scratch, covering industry best practices, company processes, compliance, and product knowledge.
Create, update, and maintain training materials, knowledge base articles, manuals, and e-learning content to ensure accuracy and relevance.
Develop assessments, quizzes, and certification programs to measure learning retention and effectiveness.
Ensure all training materials and knowledge base content remain current, accurate, and aligned with evolving industry regulations and company policies.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Onboarding, Risk, Activations, QA, and ACH, to integrate updates into training programs.
Capable of developing an onboarding training curriculum for new hires, ensuring a smooth transition into their role.
Train employees on fraud prevention, risk management, chargebacks, and dispute resolution.
Develop training on payment technologies, merchant services, and key industry players.
Skills/Competencies
Excellent presentation skills
Curriculum development
Amazing customer service awareness
Data analysis & reporting
Collaboration & teamwork
Qualifications/Experience Required
5+ years of experience in training and instructional design, preferably within the payment processing or financial services industry.
Proven track record of building training programs from scratch and implementing structured training methodologies.
Experience in delivering training both in-person and remotely using various learning platforms.
Strong knowledge of payment processing, merchant services, chargebacks, risk management, and compliance requirements.
Proficiency in LMS platforms, e-learning tools, and knowledge management systems.
Excellent presentation, facilitation, and coaching skills.
Strong organizational and project management abilities.
Ability to analyze training effectiveness and adjust programs accordingly.
Education Requirements
Bachelor's degree required
Work-Based Learning Specialist
Senior Technician Specialist Job 25 miles from Westport
Dynamic Diversity - Caring Collaboration - Individual Integrity - Community Connection
Work-Based Learning Specialist
Full Time
New Haven, CT, US
Salary Range: $23/Hourly
Schedule: 40 hours/wk., M-F 8 am - 4 pm
Chapel Haven Schleifer Center is an award-winning nonprofit company devoted to empowering adults with disabilities to live independent and self-determined lives. We believe self-advocacy supports the growth of our individuals and collaborate with them to create services that foster independence. In 2022, we celebrated 50 years of excellence in the field of disabilities and continue our dedication to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you share our core values of dynamic diversity, caring collaboration, individual integrity, and community connection, we want to hear from you!
Why consider a career at CHSC?
Comprehensive benefits : Full-time employees receive a complete benefits package, including paid time off and tuition reimbursement.
Flexible Opportunities: Part- time employees enjoy a flexible schedule, valuable hands-on experience, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of the individuals we support. Select Benefits may also be available.
Room for growth: We offer a professional yet warm and welcoming workplace with opportunities for career advancement
Staff longevity and Development: over 50% of our staff have been with us for 5+ plus years, many of whom started in entry-level roles and have grown into fulfilling, long-term careers spanning 10 plus years.
A culture of Community and Compassion: We take pride in our strong sense of community, teamwork, and dedication to making a difference in the lives of those we serve.
Join us and become part of the team that values professional growth, meaningful work, and a culture of care!
The Role:
Under the oversight of the Work-Based Learning & Training Supervisor, the Work Based Learning Specialist will support the training and personal/career development of each student within work-based learning and training programs. Students in Work Based Learning typically participate in a 10-month internship to build real-world employment skills on site at a business in the community. Past internship sites have included Yale New Haven Health, JCC of Greater New Haven, and CVS. The Work-Based Learning Specialist will primarily be responsible for providing job coaching at these community work sites, classroom instruction on basic employment skills, and reporting on student progress. The focus of the Work Based Learning Specialist will be supporting each student to achieve their goals, as well as maintaining a positive relationship with key stakeholders such as students, employers, employer partners, families, and Chapel Haven Schleifer Center (CHSC) staff.
Essential Responsibilities:
Provide instruction and coaching in classroom and at work sites
Together with the rest of the Work Based Learning team, establish and follow program calendar to ensure work-based learning is executed within the required timeframes
Instruct students on content such as communication skills, problem solving, interview skills, and self-advocacy
Together with the rest of the Work Based Learning team, regularly update curriculum to ensure all instruction is relevant
Provides regular feedback on student work performance to other team members, such as teachers, families, outside program staff, etc.
Help build and maintain relationships with employers to identify new on-site learning opportunities, provide education about Chapel Haven's mission and typical student profile, and improve program results. This may include site development of new WBL sites and developing new vocational or training opportunities within new or existing partnerships.
Works with students to measure and improve their progress, learn on-the-job tasks, and develop professional relationships with coworkers and supervisors on site.
Attend internal meetings as necessary to report on students' progress within WBL programming. Communicate regularly with CHSC staff about each student's progress.
Complete daily documentation of student progress in online platform
Provide travel training through public transportation or teach students to be able to access private transportation independently. Students complete travel training at the start of each new placement.
Support students to create professional portfolios including updated resumes, letters of recommendations from work sites, etc.
Transport students to work sites as needed
Perform other duties as assigned
PREFFERED EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's degree in special education, ABA, Disability Studies, Counseling, Vocational Rehabilitation, or related field
Experience working with people with cognitive disabilities and autism spectrum disorders
Experience working in retail or food service settings
Some experience with classroom instruction
MINIMUM EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE REQUIRED :
Bachelor's degree OR equivalent experience (4-5 years) in related field
Valid Connecticut driver's license
Regular use of personal vehicles and willingness to transport students when needed
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with employers, clients, families, staff, and the public
Ability and willingness to adapt to a flexible schedule as the position requires
Ability to stand, sit and walk for extended periods of time
Do not meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women, LGBTQ+, and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align perfectly, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles at Chapel Haven!
Dynamic Diversity - Caring Collaboration - Individual Integrity - Community Connection
Work-Based Learning Specialist
Senior Technician Specialist Job 25 miles from Westport
Dynamic Diversity - Caring Collaboration - Individual Integrity - Community Connection
Work-Based Learning Specialist
Full Time
New Haven, CT, US
R
equisition ID: 1577
Salary Range: $23/Hourly
Schedule: 40 hours/wk., M-F 8 am - 4 pm
Chapel Haven Schleifer Center is an award-winning nonprofit company devoted to empowering adults with disabilities to live independent and self-determined lives. We believe self-advocacy supports the growth of our individuals and collaborate with them to create services that foster independence. In 2022, we celebrated 50 years of excellence in the field of disabilities and continue our dedication to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you share our core values of dynamic diversity, caring collaboration, individual integrity, and community connection, we want to hear from you!
Why consider a career at CHSC?
Comprehensive benefits: Full-time employees receive a complete benefits package, including paid time off and tuition reimbursement.
Flexible Opportunities: Part- time employees enjoy a flexible schedule, valuable hands-on experience, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of the individuals we support. Select Benefits may also be available.
Room for growth: We offer a professional yet warm and welcoming workplace with opportunities for career advancement
Staff longevity and Development: over 50% of our staff have been with us for 5+ plus years, many of whom started in entry-level roles and have grown into fulfilling, long-term careers spanning 10 plus years.
A culture of Community and Compassion: We take pride in our strong sense of community, teamwork, and dedication to making a difference in the lives of those we serve.
Join us and become part of the team that values professional growth, meaningful work, and a culture of care!
The Role:
Under the oversight of the Work-Based Learning & Training Supervisor, the Work Based Learning Specialist will support the training and personal/career development of each student within work-based learning and training programs. Students in Work Based Learning typically participate in a 10-month internship to build real-world employment skills on site at a business in the community. Past internship sites have included Yale New Haven Health, JCC of Greater New Haven, and CVS. The Work-Based Learning Specialist will primarily be responsible for providing job coaching at these community work sites, classroom instruction on basic employment skills, and reporting on student progress. The focus of the Work Based Learning Specialist will be supporting each student to achieve their goals, as well as maintaining a positive relationship with key stakeholders such as students, employers, employer partners, families, and Chapel Haven Schleifer Center (CHSC) staff.
Essential Responsibilities:
Provide instruction and coaching in classroom and at work sites
Together with the rest of the Work Based Learning team, establish and follow program calendar to ensure work-based learning is executed within the required timeframes
Instruct students on content such as communication skills, problem solving, interview skills, and self-advocacy
Together with the rest of the Work Based Learning team, regularly update curriculum to ensure all instruction is relevant
Provides regular feedback on student work performance to other team members, such as teachers, families, outside program staff, etc.
Help build and maintain relationships with employers to identify new on-site learning opportunities, provide education about Chapel Haven's mission and typical student profile, and improve program results. This may include site development of new WBL sites and developing new vocational or training opportunities within new or existing partnerships.
Works with students to measure and improve their progress, learn on-the-job tasks, and develop professional relationships with coworkers and supervisors on site.
Attend internal meetings as necessary to report on students' progress within WBL programming. Communicate regularly with CHSC staff about each student's progress.
Complete daily documentation of student progress in online platform
Provide travel training through public transportation or teach students to be able to access private transportation independently. Students complete travel training at the start of each new placement.
Support students to create professional portfolios including updated resumes, letters of recommendations from work sites, etc.
Transport students to work sites as needed
Perform other duties as assigned
PREFFERED EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's degree in special education, ABA, Disability Studies, Counseling, Vocational Rehabilitation, or related field
Experience working with people with cognitive disabilities and autism spectrum disorders
Experience working in retail or food service settings
Some experience with classroom instruction
MINIMUM EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Bachelor's degree OR equivalent experience (4-5 years) in related field
Valid Connecticut driver's license
Regular use of personal vehicles and willingness to transport students when needed
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with employers, clients, families, staff, and the public
Ability and willingness to adapt to a flexible schedule as the position requires
Ability to stand, sit and walk for extended periods of time
Do not meet every single requirement?
Studies have shown that women, LGBTQ+, and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align perfectly, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles at Chapel Haven!
Dynamic Diversity - Caring Collaboration - Individual Integrity - Community Connection
Tech Accessory Training Specialist
Senior Technician Specialist Job 29 miles from Westport
At a Glance
Earn weekly pay with BDS! If you're engaging, motivated, tech-savvy, and enjoy working in the field, we have the perfect side gig for you! As a Brand Influencer, you'll visit assigned retail stores in your market to provide training on our Client's portable chargers and headphones to empower retail associates and management, ultimately driving increased sales. Your additional responsibilities will include verifying available inventory in each department and working with store associates to bring out merchandise from the warehouse. To set you up for success in your role, you will complete 3-4 hours of paid self-guided online training.
This is a part-time, ongoing opportunity conducting monthly 1 hour trainings at retailers in your territory. You will have the flexibility and autonomy to build your own schedule of planned visits during available store hours. Please note there is a specific retailer that require visits to be completed between Tuesday-Thursday before 5pm.
Take a look at our video showcasing Why You Belong at BDS. Apply today and embark on a new career journey!
Compensation
$21.00-$23.00 an hour
Overview
WHAT WE OFFER
Competitive pay
Weekly pay schedule and early wage access-get paid when you need it!
Paid virtual training
Paid sick time
Employee Assistance Program
Employee discounts
Referral bonus
Opportunity to work with a growing company that actively rewards and promotes its employees
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Visit assigned retail stores in your designated market
Increase consumer sales and brand awareness through proactive in-store engagement and demonstrations of our clients' innovative products
Achieve KPI's (Key Performance Indicators) and strive to consistently meet sales goals and program objectives
Convert product benefits to sales; fully understand the features and benefits of our client's product(s) to effectively share that knowledge with consumers
Display a professional and positive demeanor while representing BDS and our Client(s); build lasting partnerships and relationships with store personnel
Engage and educate retail sales associates while creating excitement to increase the rate of recommendation of our client's product(s)
Before leaving the store, utilize your personal smartphone device to gather, summarize, and report via our reporting tool daily on field and channel feedback and activities, as well as inform your BDS team of competitive insights
Periodically coordinate and execute special awareness and sales events in-store as needed
Complete 3+ hours of virtual/online BDS and product training before activating in-store
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
Experience and Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Background in consumer electronics, the retail environment, and/or field/experiential marketing
Proven experience in sales, demos, and/or customer service, preferably in a retail or experiential setting
Skills and Attributes:
Interest in technology and the ability to quickly learn new products and features
Self-starter with a strong commitment to driving results and achievement
Enthusiastic, self-motivated, outgoing, and comfortable in a competitive, consumer-facing environment
High level of initiative with a continued drive to learn
Strong sales negotiation and persuasion skills
Professional demeanor with excellent verbal and written communication skills
Organized and detail-oriented
Strong problem-solving and customer service skills
Access to either a personal iPhone or Android smartphone for on-site reporting prior to leaving the store
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:
Regularly sit, stand, walk, bend over, grasp, talk and/or hear, and drive
Continuous hand/eye coordination and fine manipulation
Important Information
We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
BDS Connected Solutions. (“BDS”) is an equal opportunity employer in every aspect of employment, including but not limited to; selection, training, development and promotion of the most qualified candidates and employees without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by state or local law. BDS is committed to equal employment opportunity in all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment that may not be covered in this statement. BDS is an at-will employer.
BDS Connected Solutions offers a complete suite of Connected Commerce solutions that blend Advocacy, Training, Retail, Virtual, Experiential, and Digital environments to influence the modern buyer, regardless of where they are on their shopping journey. Since 1985, BDS has been inspired by innovation; as we continue to evolve as a trendsetter in today's disruptive market, we enable our clients to do the same. Our industry-leading experts never stop working to discover, design, and deploy custom buying solutions that empower brands to achieve and exceed their unique sales goals. BDS is headquartered in Irvine, California with a regional office in New York City, New York. Visit us at ******************** for more information.
Tech Accessory Training Specialist
Senior Technician Specialist Job 29 miles from Westport
At a Glance
Earn weekly pay with BDS! If you're engaging, motivated, tech-savvy, and enjoy working in the field, we have the perfect side gig for you! As a Brand Influencer, you'll visit assigned retail stores in your market to provide training on our Client's portable chargers and headphones to empower retail associates and management, ultimately driving increased sales. Your additional responsibilities will include verifying available inventory in each department and working with store associates to bring out merchandise from the warehouse. To set you up for success in your role, you will complete 3-4 hours of paid self-guided online training.
This is a part-time, ongoing opportunity conducting monthly 1 hour trainings at retailers in your territory. You will have the flexibility and autonomy to build your own schedule of planned visits during available store hours. Please note there is a specific retailer that require visits to be completed between Tuesday-Thursday before 5pm.
Take a look at our video showcasing Why You Belong at BDS. Apply today and embark on a new career journey!
Compensation
$21.00-$23.00 an hour
Overview
WHAT WE OFFER
Competitive pay
Weekly pay schedule and early wage access-get paid when you need it!
Paid virtual training
Paid sick time
Employee Assistance Program
Employee discounts
Referral bonus
Opportunity to work with a growing company that actively rewards and promotes its employees
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Visit assigned retail stores in your designated market
Increase consumer sales and brand awareness through proactive in-store engagement and demonstrations of our clients' innovative products
Achieve KPI's (Key Performance Indicators) and strive to consistently meet sales goals and program objectives
Convert product benefits to sales; fully understand the features and benefits of our client's product(s) to effectively share that knowledge with consumers
Display a professional and positive demeanor while representing BDS and our Client(s); build lasting partnerships and relationships with store personnel
Engage and educate retail sales associates while creating excitement to increase the rate of recommendation of our client's product(s)
Before leaving the store, utilize your personal smartphone device to gather, summarize, and report via our reporting tool daily on field and channel feedback and activities, as well as inform your BDS team of competitive insights
Periodically coordinate and execute special awareness and sales events in-store as needed
Complete 3+ hours of virtual/online BDS and product training before activating in-store
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
Experience and Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Background in consumer electronics, the retail environment, and/or field/experiential marketing
Proven experience in sales, demos, and/or customer service, preferably in a retail or experiential setting
Skills and Attributes:
Interest in technology and the ability to quickly learn new products and features
Self-starter with a strong commitment to driving results and achievement
Enthusiastic, self-motivated, outgoing, and comfortable in a competitive, consumer-facing environment
High level of initiative with a continued drive to learn
Strong sales negotiation and persuasion skills
Professional demeanor with excellent verbal and written communication skills
Organized and detail-oriented
Strong problem-solving and customer service skills
Access to either a personal iPhone or Android smartphone for on-site reporting prior to leaving the store
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:
Regularly sit, stand, walk, bend over, grasp, talk and/or hear, and drive
Continuous hand/eye coordination and fine manipulation
Important Information
We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
BDS Connected Solutions. (“BDS”) is an equal opportunity employer in every aspect of employment, including but not limited to; selection, training, development and promotion of the most qualified candidates and employees without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by state or local law. BDS is committed to equal employment opportunity in all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment that may not be covered in this statement. BDS is an at-will employer.
BDS Connected Solutions offers a complete suite of Connected Commerce solutions that blend Advocacy, Training, Retail, Virtual, Experiential, and Digital environments to influence the modern buyer, regardless of where they are on their shopping journey. Since 1985, BDS has been inspired by innovation; as we continue to evolve as a trendsetter in today's disruptive market, we enable our clients to do the same. Our industry-leading experts never stop working to discover, design, and deploy custom buying solutions that empower brands to achieve and exceed their unique sales goals. BDS is headquartered in Irvine, California with a regional office in New York City, New York. Visit us at ******************** for more information.
Don't leave without submitting a resume! Join our Talent Community if we do not have an open position that fits your interests.
Lead Order Fulfillment Technician
Senior Technician Specialist Job 23 miles from Westport
The Role
As an Order Fulfillment Technician Lead, you are responsible for the final stage of the product's lifecycle in our manufacturing facility. This position's main function is pulling sales orders and preparing them for delivery, verifying accuracy of product type and quantity. Additionally, the Order Fulfillment Technician is quality checking to ensure compliant labeling as they prepare orders and creating manifests. This role is also responsible for tracking product electronically on the State traceability system to ensure compliance with state laws and program regulations.
Safety
Follow all department specific safety practices including the use of PPE
Responsible for maintaining the organization and cleanliness of the designated work area, including supporting all 5S requirements
Remain compliant with all safety training requirements
Promptly report safety concerns, including near miss situations
Production
Pulling sales orders and preparing them for delivery; labeling in accordance with DoA rules & regulations
Creating and managing excel spreadsheets
Tracking product through state traceability program
Picking finished goods from vault storage for individual dispensaries
Confirming packaging and marketing labels are correct on finished goods
Applying compliance labels to all products
Creating and printing manifests
Confirming products' unit counts and compliance labels match dispensary manifests, ensuring no rejections nor complaints from customers
Toting and sealing all finished orders for delivery
Quality & Compliance
Follow all department specific SOP's to ensure accurate inventory reporting and product movement
Ensure unit counts are accurate and returning additional product back to correct stock locations
Monitor and maintain quality control measures in accordance with state and local laws.
Working Conditions
Work involves daily exposure to allergens (such as cannabis, tree nuts, and coconut oil).
Qualifications
Basic math skills required.
Must be able to interpret readings from machinery.
Must be able to stand for at least 6 hours per day and lift up to 25 pounds.
Effectively follow state and company compliance requirements
Excellent customer service, time management and organization skills
Additional Requirements
Must pass any and all required background checks
Must be and remain compliant with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry
Must possess valid driver's license
Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
Must be approved by state badging agency to work in cannabis industry
Full Time Learning Specialist
Senior Technician Specialist Job 27 miles from Westport
Job Details New Rochelle - New Rochelle, NY Full Time 4 Year Degree $29.67 - $31.32 Hourly DayDescription
The primary duties of the full time Learning Specialist is to provide comprehensive support and services to students with learning disabilities. The position will also contribute to the daily operation of the Comprehensive Assistance Program.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Engage, mentor and support students in their academic and personal goals
Evaluate student academic skills development through diagnostic interviews, individual assessment of academic strengths and deficits.
Help students to develop compensatory learning and study skills
Teach organizational strategies, study strategies, time management, test-taking skills and critical reasoning, reading and writing skills
Work collaboratively with the team to support students
Conduct individual outreach to students as needed
Conduct workshops and/or study groups related to academic success
Maintain an electronic summary of all work done with students
Participate in weekly staff meetings
Maintain a working knowledge of learning strategies, attend trainings on topics pertaining to academic coaching/mentoring and engage in best practice
Other Duties and Responsibilities
Participates in planning and execution of the Summer Transition Program
Provide ongoing engagement with incoming freshmen throughout the summer
Assist students on academic recovery to plan for a successful semester
Plan and organize workshops and semester calendar of events
Coordinate with Learning Specialists to implement interventions to assist students
Assist with CAP admission process - communicating with families, reviewing documentation and scheduling and participating in interviews
Assist the Director in assessing the effectiveness of tutoring services, including conducting student surveys, usage and progress reports, and impact analyses.
Help to manage student interventions, troubleshooting and connecting to campus resources, as needed
Compile grade reports and other data for use by staff
Assist with department initiatives and other duties as assigned by Director
Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
Master's Degree or higher in Psychology, Counseling or similar field
Experience tutoring or coaching students with disabilities
Understanding of the unique learning needs of students with disabilities and able to adapt to those individual needs
A preference for collaborative approaches to problem solving
Willingness to work both autonomously and as a key member of a vibrant team
Comfortable using online resources and technology to assist students
Able to effectively prioritize and manage multiple projects and timelines
Comfortable taking the initiative and contributing to all aspects of the program
About Iona University/EEO language
Founded in 1940, Iona University is a master's-granting private, Catholic, coeducational institution of learning in the tradition of the Edmund Rice Christian Brothers. Iona's 45-acre New Rochelle campus and 28-acre Bronxville campus are just 20 miles north of Midtown Manhattan. With a total enrollment of nearly 4,000 students and an alumni base of more than 50,000 around the world, Iona is a diverse community of learners and scholars dedicated to academic excellence and the values of justice, peace and service. Iona is highly accredited, offering undergraduate degrees in liberal arts, science and business administration, as well as Master of Arts, Master of Science and Master of Business Administration degrees and numerous advanced certificate programs. Iona students enjoy small class sizes, engaged professors and a wide array of academic programs across the School of Arts & Science; LaPenta School of Business; NewYork-Presbyterian Iona School of Health Sciences; and Hynes Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation. Iona also continues to be recognized in prestigious national rankings. Most recently for 2025, Iona has been named one of the nation's best colleges by The Princeton Review, The Wall Street Journal, Forbes and others. Additionally, U.S. News & World Report recognized Iona as one of top colleges for social mobility in the country, while Georgetown University's Center on Education and the Workforce (CEW) ranked an Iona degree in the top 5 percent nationally for long-term return on investment. Iona's LaPenta School of Business, meanwhile, is also accredited by AACSB International, a recognition awarded to just 6 percent of business schools worldwide.
Iona offers a comprehensive benefits package to all full-time employees that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; life insurance; short and long-term disability; employee assistance program (EAP); tuition remission; and generous time off. For more information on our benefits and working at Iona visit the Human Resources section of our website.
Iona University values and celebrates diversity and is committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for all of our employees and does not tolerate discrimination based on any legally protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local laws. As an equal opportunity employer, Iona University encourages applications from qualified candidates who reflect the wider world in which we live.
Tech Accessory Training Specialist
Senior Technician Specialist Job 29 miles from Westport
At a Glance Earn weekly pay with BDS! If you're engaging, motivated, tech-savvy, and enjoy working in the field, we have the perfect side gig for you! As a Brand Influencer, you'll visit assigned retail stores in your market to provide training on our Client's portable chargers and headphones to empower retail associates and management, ultimately driving increased sales. Your additional responsibilities will include verifying available inventory in each department and working with store associates to bring out merchandise from the warehouse. To set you up for success in your role, you will complete 3-4 hours of paid self-guided online training.
This is a part-time, ongoing opportunity conducting monthly 1 hour trainings at retailers in your territory. You will have the flexibility and autonomy to build your own schedule of planned visits during available store hours. Please note there is a specific retailer that require visits to be completed between Tuesday-Thursday before 5pm.
Take a look at our video showcasing Why You Belong at BDS. Apply today and embark on a new career journey!
Compensation
$21.00-$23.00 an hour
Overview
WHAT WE OFFER
* Competitive pay
* Weekly pay schedule and early wage access-get paid when you need it!
* Paid virtual training
* Paid sick time
* Employee Assistance Program
* Employee discounts
* Referral bonus
* Opportunity to work with a growing company that actively rewards and promotes its employees
WHAT YOU'LL DO
* Visit assigned retail stores in your designated market
* Increase consumer sales and brand awareness through proactive in-store engagement and demonstrations of our clients' innovative products
* Achieve KPI's (Key Performance Indicators) and strive to consistently meet sales goals and program objectives
* Convert product benefits to sales; fully understand the features and benefits of our client's product(s) to effectively share that knowledge with consumers
* Display a professional and positive demeanor while representing BDS and our Client(s); build lasting partnerships and relationships with store personnel
* Engage and educate retail sales associates while creating excitement to increase the rate of recommendation of our client's product(s)
* Before leaving the store, utilize your personal smartphone device to gather, summarize, and report via our reporting tool daily on field and channel feedback and activities, as well as inform your BDS team of competitive insights
* Periodically coordinate and execute special awareness and sales events in-store as needed
* Complete 3+ hours of virtual/online BDS and product training before activating in-store
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
Experience and Education:
* High School Diploma or equivalent
* Background in consumer electronics, the retail environment, and/or field/experiential marketing
* Proven experience in sales, demos, and/or customer service, preferably in a retail or experiential setting
Skills and Attributes:
* Interest in technology and the ability to quickly learn new products and features
* Self-starter with a strong commitment to driving results and achievement
* Enthusiastic, self-motivated, outgoing, and comfortable in a competitive, consumer-facing environment
* High level of initiative with a continued drive to learn
* Strong sales negotiation and persuasion skills
* Professional demeanor with excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Organized and detail-oriented
* Strong problem-solving and customer service skills
* Access to either a personal iPhone or Android smartphone for on-site reporting prior to leaving the store
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:
* Regularly sit, stand, walk, bend over, grasp, talk and/or hear, and drive
* Continuous hand/eye coordination and fine manipulation
Important Information
We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
BDS Connected Solutions. ("BDS") is an equal opportunity employer in every aspect of employment, including but not limited to; selection, training, development and promotion of the most qualified candidates and employees without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by state or local law. BDS is committed to equal employment opportunity in all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment that may not be covered in this statement. BDS is an at-will employer.
BDS Connected Solutions offers a complete suite of Connected Commerce solutions that blend Advocacy, Training, Retail, Virtual, Experiential, and Digital environments to influence the modern buyer, regardless of where they are on their shopping journey. Since 1985, BDS has been inspired by innovation; as we continue to evolve as a trendsetter in today's disruptive market, we enable our clients to do the same. Our industry-leading experts never stop working to discover, design, and deploy custom buying solutions that empower brands to achieve and exceed their unique sales goals. BDS is headquartered in Irvine, California with a regional office in New York City, New York. Visit us at ******************** for more information.
Weekend Demo and Training Specialist
Senior Technician Specialist Job 30 miles from Westport
At a Glance
Are you a coffee and kitchen gadget enthusiast who enjoys communicating with others? We are looking for a self-motivated, energetic individual to join our team visiting various specialty retail locations representing Philips Domestic Appliances, a leader of small appliances. As a Weekend Demo and Training Specialist you will engage with consumers conducting demonstrations and you will bring genuine excitement for the brand by sharing the features and benefits of the products with store associates, training in both a 1-on-1 and group setting. Find your inspiration with Philips!
This is a part-time opportunity working up to 10 hours per week. This position is a combination of weekend demonstrations and flexible monthly training visits. This role requires in-market travel for store visits (up to a 30-mile radius).
Take a look at our video showcasing Why You Belong at BDS! Apply today and embark on a new career journey!
Compensation
$21.00 - $24.00 an hour based on experience
Overview
WHAT WE OFFER
Competitive weekly pay with bonus potential
Early wage access - get paid when you need it
401(k) with employer match
Paid training
Paid mileage and drive-time
Employee assistance plan
Paid sick time
Referral bonus opportunities
Opportunity to work with a growing company that actively rewards and promotes its employees
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Build brand loyalty and creditability with in-store retail sales associates
Engage customers during high-traffic times at select demo day events to drive sales
Travel within an assigned market to visit all stores in the territory according to the designated frequency
Facilitate informal, formal, and group trainings to retail associates and managers
Report industry intelligence regarding the program and marketing environment strategically for each tactic
Provide merchandising services for display compliance verification and competitive details by maintaining product displays and product functionality while in-store
Respond to supervisor requests and correspondence in a timely fashion
Other tasks as requested by your supervisor
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
Experience and Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent
1+ years of Retail, Marketing, or Agency experience; field representative experience is helpful, but not mandatory
Experience in training and communications
Skills and Attributes:
Must obtain ServSafe certification before starting this position - trained upon hiring
Strong communication skills
Detail oriented
Strong presentation skills
Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint applications
Ability to travel within assigned territory and approved out-of-scope assignments as needed
Ability to drive on behalf of the company in compliance with company guidelines with reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and proof of auto insurance
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:
Regularly sit, stand, walk, bend over, grasp, talk and/or hear, and drive
Occasionally lift and carry supplies up to 20 lbs.
Continuous hand/eye coordination and fine manipulation
Important Information
We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
CCPA Privacy Policy for CA Residents
BDS Connected Solutions. (“BDS”) is an equal opportunity employer in every aspect of employment, including but not limited to; selection, training, development and promotion of the most qualified candidates and employees without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by state or local law. BDS is committed to equal employment opportunity in all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment that may not be covered in this statement. BDS is an at-will employer.
BDS Connected Solutions offers a complete suite of Connected Commerce solutions that blend Advocacy, Training, Retail, Virtual, Experiential, and Digital environments to influence the modern buyer, regardless of where they are on their shopping journey. Since 1985, BDS has been inspired by innovation; as we continue to evolve as a trendsetter in today's disruptive market, we enable our clients to do the same. Our industry-leading experts never stop working to discover, design, and deploy custom buying solutions that empower brands to achieve and exceed their unique sales goals. BDS is headquartered in Irvine, California with a regional office in New York City, New York. Visit us at ******************** for more information.
Don't leave without submitting a resume! Join our Talent Community if we do not have an open position that fits your interests.