Administrative Assistant to the Director of Risk Management

Details: Administrative Assistant to the Director of Risk Management – Knoxville, TN.  OPPORTUNITY:  We are recruiting for an experienced Administrative Assistant to support the Director of Risk Management in our Knoxville office.  Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:  Manages director’s calendar and schedules appointments Screens incoming calls and correspondence and responds when possible or as needed Prepares memos outlining and explaining administrative procedures and policies to the Company Directs preparation of records such as agenda, notices, minutes, and resolutions for meetings Monitors and directs Policy and Loss History, safety report, etc. Acts as custodian of Company documents, records, benchmarks, policies, etc. Creates and maintains database and spreadsheet files Assists with preparation of policy renewals, claims documents, issuance of certs, and loss runs Takes and transcribes dictation, and composes and prepares confidential correspondence, reports, and other complex documents Arranges complex and detailed travel plans and itineraries, complies documents for travel-related meetings, and accompanies director when needed  COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: This position includes a competitive hourly wage, paid time off, paid holidays and a comprehensive benefits package that includes 401(k).COMPANY DESCRIPTION:  The Service Provider Group is headquartered in Knoxville, TN, with additional offices throughout Tennessee, Florida and Alabama.  SPG is a strong, financially stable company that has tripled in size over the last two years and expects to quadruple in size within the next five years.  Through the combined resources of our preferred providers, we currently service over 9,000 business clients throughout the U.S. and process over $1 Billion of annual payroll.  SPG is a full-service company offering access to payroll services, large group insurance, employee benefit plans, human resource consulting, risk management and more.  The company is expanding services and locations providing qualified professionals with an outstanding opportunity to grow along with us.

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Assistant Director of Education

Details: POSITION DESCRIPTION   Position Title: Asst Director of Education Reports to: Director of EducationFunctional Area: Academics- Administrative (3001)                            HOURS are Monday-Thursday 1:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., Friday 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Synopsis: The Assistant Director of Education is responsible for assisting in the oversight of the day and evening divisions of the academic department and ensuring academic integrity within the guidelines of institutional, accreditation, state, and federal policy and regulation. The Assistant Director of Education works under the direct supervision of the Director of Education and assists as needed in supervising the Registrar, Department Chair, faculty members, and other academic support staff, and provides guidance to students. The Assistant Director of Education also provides leadership for faculty, staff, and students in meeting the academic mission of the school. Duty 1: Student Services - Responsibilities:a.                  Coordinate and participate in each term’s New Student Orientation Program. b.                  Be accessible to students on a regular basis for questions and/or concerns.c.                  Provide student academic advising/counseling as needed in conjunction with Department Chairs. Ensure that all probationary students are counseled at least once each term. Assist students to develop problem-solving and decision-making abilities. Provide referrals to outside resources when counseling needs go beyond the scope of the school.d.                  Provide instructors and/or peers for tutoring when required.e.                  Ensure that accommodations are available for students with disabilities.f.                    Assist with the Retention Program. Plan, implement, and direct an effective student retention program. Monitor instructors’ telephone calls to students absent from class and use of Contact Manager in CampusVue. Review Contact forms, mail Excessive Absence Notices, and monitor Weekly Retention Report. g.                  Interview to resolve student disciplinary problems. Complete and maintain necessary documentation. When required, refer dispute resolution to Campus Director.h.                  Interview non-returning students to determine and document cause.i.                     Interview re-entering students to determine readiness and dedication to pursuit of academic goals.      Duty 2: Assist with the Creation/Maintenance of Schedules of Classes -   Responsibilities:a.                  Ensure effectiveness and efficiency of course offerings and the utilization of faculty and facilities by maximizing overall student-teacher ratios.b.                  Assist in scheduling all full- and part-time faculty members for maximum class loads.c.                  Meet with faculty individually to discuss teaching assignments, textbooks, course syllabi, and weekly lesson plans at least one month prior to class start.d.                  Assist with quarterly registration of students. With Registrar and Department Chair, schedule new, continuing, and re-entering students. e.                  Assist in ensuring all continuing students receive class schedules for the next term prior to week 11 for the current term. f.                    Assist to ensure that all classes are conducted as scheduled. Monitor classroom activities by walking about the hallways and observing daily.g.                  Maintain a file of substitute teachers who may be called to fill in on a temporary basis as needed. Duty 3: Instructional Materials, Equipment, and Facilities - Responsibilities:a.                  Ensure Instructors’ use of appropriate instructional methods, materials, and equipment.b.                  Review instructional materials and aids on an on-going basis.c.                  Assist in maintaining a record of all guest speakers and topics. Duty 4: Academic Administration/Record Keeping - Responsibilities:a.                  Monitor daily attendance sheets for evening classes.b.                  Assist in auditing student records to ensure documentation in file is complete.c.                  Ensure Instructors maintain accurate grade records and other records. Duty 5: Management/Oversight/Professional Development/Training - Responsibilities:a.                  Assist in the hiring, training, supervision, and retention of a qualified faculty and staff in accordance with institution, state, accrediting, and other regulatory and policy guidelines. Coach as needed.b.                  Assist in providing quarterly in-service training programs for day and evening faculty members each year. c.                  Collect documentation of professional development activities from evening faculty quarterly and ensure submission of appropriate documentation. d.                  Assist in conducting pre-service orientation programs for all new Instructors prior to the start of each term. Provide each new Instructor with a mentor during the first term of employment.e.                  Maintain regular office hours each week and help ensure consistency between day and evening policies, procedures, and instruction.f.                    Participate in professional development and in-service activities.g.                  Adhere to the Employee Handbook, Faculty Handbook, Catalog, and other school policy and procedures and any amendments thereto.h.                  Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by Campus Director. Duty 6: Communication/Decision-Making - Responsibilities:a.                  Participate in regular meetings with academic faculty and staff to ensure continuity of communications between day and evening divisions. Prepare and maintain minutes of these meetings including agenda and attendance.b.                  Visit, observe, and evaluate new evening Instructors’ performance during the first three weeks of class and complete a written evaluation followed by a discussion of the evaluation with the Instructor; maintain copies of evaluations in personnel files. This is to be done with the Director of Education.c.                  Visit, observe, and evaluate all continuing evening Instructors’ (both full- and part-time) performance as directed by the Director of Education followed by a discussion of the evaluation with the Instructor; maintain copies of evaluations in personnel files. Observe and evaluate more frequently if warranted.d.                  Conduct on-going evening faculty coaching as indicated by evaluation results. e.                  Act as a liaison between faculty and students and the Director of Education. Ensure timely follow-up and review for any delegated duties.

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Student Services Assistant I

Details: Student Services Assistant I Ventura County Community College DistrictThis selection process is being conducted to establish an eligibility list that will be used to fill full-time, part-time, and temporary positions in this classification throughout the District for up to one year.The immediate need is to fill a 10 month, 40% position located at Ventura College pending Board approval.Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, a Student Services Assistant I performs specialized clerical and technical duties in a student services area which involves assignments such as admissions, registration, records maintenance, financial assistance and community services. Job Duties: Provide technical assistance and information to students, staff and the public regarding assigned area of student services in an effective and courteous manner. EInstruct students in correct procedures for completion of forms and applications; explain applications, requirements and restrictions; review completed forms for accuracy and completeness. EProcess applications and forms; review records for changes in status; request transcripts, records and other information needed to determine status of applications and forms; collect and account for student fees. EAnalyze and determine status of application and forms; refer problems to supervisor for assistance and resolutions; notify students of determination of need for additional information. ESchedule appointments for students and staff members; answer telephones and provide information and assistance. EPrepare and transmit correspondence for students, verifying student status and other information; respond to requests for other educational institutions and agencies involving the verification of student status and records. EOperate computer terminal to register students, update student records, general reports and verify student information. ECompile and prepare statistical and other reports and records; prepare and type letters, requisitions and other correspondence; prepare certificates of completion and other documents as assigned. EEstablish and maintain appropriate files and records; audit records to assure accuracy. EPrepare, coordinate, schedule and generate all data processing reports as assigned. EProvide information and assistance to instructors, other staff members and the public. ETrain and provide work direction to student aides and hourly assistants. EPerform related duties as assigned.E = Essential Duties Minimum Qualifications Any combination equivalent to graduation from high school and two years of clerical experience involving frequent public contact. Knowledge Of: Rules, regulations, procedures and policies of assigned program.Modern office practices, procedures and equipment.Record keeping techniques.Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.Oral and written communications skills.District organization, operations, policies and objectives.Applicable sections of State Education Code and other applicable laws.Technical aspects of field of specialty.Basic math.Public relations techniques. Ability To: Perform clerical duties of average difficulty.Learn and interpret laws, rules, regulations and policies regarding assigned Student Services area.Operate office equipment including a computer terminal.Keyboard/type at 45 net words per minute from clear copy.Make simple arithmetic calculations.Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.Work independently with little direction.Understand and follow oral and written directions.Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.Meet schedules and time lines.Plan and organize work.Work accurately, effective and courteously under pressure.Train and provide work direction to others.Maintain records and prepare reports.Collect and account for student fees. Physical Abilities Hearing and speaking to communicate with others.Seeing to observe and assure accurate completionof documents.Dexterity of hands and fingers to prepare documents and operate a computer keyboard.Sitting and standing for extended periods of time.Reaching to retrieve and file records. Posting Number: 0601855 Position: Part Time Percent Position: 40 Months: 10 Employee Type: Classified Job Category: Classified Requested Start Date: TBD Work Week/Hours: Monday- Friday/8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. or as determined by the department. Closing Date: 08-02-2012Required Applicant Documents:Documents not to exceed 2mb maximum Resume Required Selection Process: ELIGIBILITY LIST:Upon completion of the examination, the open / promotional eligibility list will be compiled by combining the final examination score with applicable seniority and veteran's credits, if any. The candidates will be ranked according to their total score on the eligibility list. Certification will be made from the highest three ranks of the eligibility list. This eligibility list will be used to fill the current vacancies up to one year from the date of the technical interview.PROBATIONARY PERIOD:All appointments made from eligibility lists for initial appointment or for promotion shall be probationary for a period of six (6) months or one hundred thirty (130) days of paid service whichever is longer.ACCOMMODATIONS:Individuals with disabilities requiring reasonable accommodation in the selection process must inform the Ventura County Community College District Human Resources Department in writing no later than the filing date stated on the announcement. Those applicants needing such accommodations should document this request including an explanation as to the type and extent of accommodation needed to participate in the selection process. Salary Range: $2,879 - $3,981 - Salary will be prorated for positions that are less than 100% Starting Salary: $2,879 - $3,210 - New employees may request salary placement above step one based on directly related experience which exceeds the minimum qualifications for the classification. Advanced salary placement must be requested at the time of offer and is subject to verification of qualifying experience and applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements and/or Personnel Commission Rules. Special Instructions to Applicants EXAMINATION AND SELECTION PROCESS:This is an examination open to the public and current district employees seeking a promotional opportunity. To ensure consideration, please submit your application materials by August 2, 2012.The examination process will consist of the following components:A) Written Examination = 20%B) *Keyboarding Examination, 45 nwpm = Pass/FailC) Structured Interview = 80%*Candidates may bring in a keyboarding/typing certificate issued within the past year at the time of the keyboarding examination to indicate typing proficiency. If valid, this certificate will be accepted in lieu of the keyboarding examination.For information on typing test locations and contact information, please copy this link (as a single line) into your browser address bar. Appointment instructions and cost (if any) are also included.https://jobs.vcccd.edu/applicants/static/customers/320/TypingCertLocations.pdfThe date range and location of the written and keyboarding examination are listed below. Candidates invited to the examination will be assigned to one day within this time frame.Date range: Monday, August 13 to Friday, August 17Location: Ventura County Community College District255 W. Stanley Avenue, Suite 150Ventura, CA 93001The structured interview will be held at the same location listed above. The date range is listed below.Date range: Monday, August 27 to Friday, August 31The above dates are subject to change. Applicants will be notified of any scheduling changes via email.Applicants will be invited to each exam component via email. Applicants must meet minimum qualifications stated by the filing deadline to move forward in the testing process.For more information and to apply, visit http://jobs.vcccd.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=53612The Ventura County Community College District is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity. It is the District's policy to ensure that all qualified applicants for employment and employees have full and equal access to employment opportunities and are not subjected to discrimination in any program or activity of the District on the basis of ethnic group identification, race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, physical disability, mental disability, ancestry, sexual orientation, language, accent, citizenship status, transgender status, parental status, marital status, economic status, veteran status, medical condition, or on the basis of these perceived characteristics, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. Copyright ©2012 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agencyjeid-61438c90b71954029f9a27b1b8446c85

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MEDICAL ASSISTANT INSTRUCTORS

Details: FLORIDA CAREER COLLEGE is seeking qualified individuals to become full time at Lauderdale Lakes and Boynton Beach campuses or part-time faculty members at Margate or West Palm Beach campuses. Faculty members work during a four (4) day work week, Monday through Thursday. Classes are conducted 9am-1pm and 6pm-10pm. JOB DESCRIPTION: Promotes and nurtures the education of students by planning and tailoring courses of study; monitoring, assisting with, and correcting academic efforts, providing a safe environment conducive to learning.

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ECE - Teacher Assistant

Details: Community Renewal Team, Inc.  is a non-profit, Anti-poverty agency serving people and families throughout Greater Hartford and the state of Connecticut. CRT's Mission is, "Preparing our Community to Meet Life's Challenges", which is what we do by providing  a variety of programs and services including but not limited to; Head Start Early Care and Education, Shelters and Supportive Housing, Energy and Weatherization, Alternative to Incarceration programs , Assisted Living and Behavioral Health services. CRT staff provide intense case management to help ensure that our customers receive the best possible support to help them reach self-suffienceny through our Steps-to-Success process. At this time, we are seeking Teacher Assistants to work in our Early Care and Education program. The following is a brief summary of the duties and minimum requirements. CRT is an Affirmative Action Employer and we encourage all qualified individuals to apply. Teacher Assistants will be responsible to provide developmentally appropriate care and education for a group of Infant, Toddler or Preschool children daily, in accordance with established principles of early childhood education, Head Start performance standards and CT state licensing regulations. Understanding of DPH licensing requirements is recommended.  Multiple positions currently available for 39 and 52 week openings! Openings in our Hartford locations!Salary Range:Assistant Teacher w/CDA $11.11Assistant Teacher w/Associates $11.67Assistant Teacher w/Bachelors $12.72Assistant Teacher w/Masters  $13.82

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Assistant Professor of Accounting

Details: Northern Kentucky University's Haile/US Bank College of Business, located in Highland Heights, Kentucky, seeks to fill a full-time, tenure-track position of assistant professor of accounting.  Teaching financial accounting courses at the undergraduate and graduate level. An interest in non-profit and consolidations preferred.  Perform quality research and engagement service to the department and college.

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Full time Medical Assistant

Details: Education Affiliates provides educational programs that deliver real-life career skills in high demand occupations that lead to employment upon graduation and a lifetime of personal growth.Fortis Institute, a leading provider in post-secondary education, located in Lawrenceville, NJ seeks full-time and part-time Medical Assisting instructors for our growing school.  The successful candidate will be responsible for all aspects of the program and will be accountable for:*  Teaching courses in the Medical Assisting Department, including all clinical and Administrative Medical Assistant procedures.*  Preparation of education and program materials to ensure effective delivery and continuing improvement of the curriculum.*  Designing and ensuring the upkeep of classrooms, laboratories, and equipment/supplies.*  Ensuring a high level of student satisfaction, certification, and job placement.Medical Assisting instructors must possess current licenses, certifications, or other designations required to work in the field; graduate from a program in the Medical Assisting (or related) field; minimum of 3 years occupational experience in the subject field, or closely related to same; previous teaching experience a plus.

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Assistant to the Dean - CCOM

Details: Summary The Assistant to the Dean is a non-tenured position responsible for assisting the Dean of CCOM with administration of Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Advise students on residency application process. Oversee the Medical Student Performance Evaluation program. Monitor and update the college catalog, policies and manuals to remain current. Oversee the appointment process for new faculty. Contribute to strategic plan. Prepare reports for all such agencies and bodies as assigned. Supervise the office in the absence of the Deans. Coordinate special projects independently (orientation, white coat ceremony, bridging ceremony, freshman welcome dance, graduation banquet, graduation ceremony, health fairs, Dean’s Advisory Board, and other projects as developed. Oversee accurate transcript records. Assist in hiring and training support personnel. Assist the Deans in advising student of University/College policies and procedures. Assist the Dean in revising the official catalog, brochures, and handbook for the College annually. Maintain records necessary for proper oversight. Promote good working relationships with other colleges at MWU. Serve on college committees. All other duties as assigned by the Dean Supervisory Responsibilities                                               The Assistant to the Dean has supervisory responsibilities over appropriate departments and support staff.   Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other Qualifications Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents. Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints. Ability to write speeches, letters and articles using original or innovative techniques or style. Ability to manage the timeline for all functions of the CCOM Dean’s Office so all tasks and events are completed in a quality, professional manner.   Education and/or Experience                                              The Assistant to the Dean is completing or has completed a master’s degree in an education-related field.  This position requires 5 years administrative experience. Computer Skills                                            Computer proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) required. Proficiency in New Innovation system and MS PowerPoint desired.   Language Skills                                             Intermediate skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.   Reasoning Ability Intermediate skills: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.   Mathematical Ability Basic skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to interpret bar graphs.     Physical Demands 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 regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel; and talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.   Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and regularly exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

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Program Director, Physician Assistant

Details: West Coast University is currently seeking a Physician Assistant Program Director in the Southern California area. This is an outstanding opportunity for a dynamic professional to lead the creation of our Physician Assistant program and join a growing university as we expand our academic programs in health care and related fields. Job Summary: The Program Director for the Master of Physician Assistant Program oversees the development, management and administration of the program, including planning, development, delivery, evaluation, budgeting, selection of faculty and staff, maintenance of accreditation, and commitment to strategies for professional development.  Ensures program compliance according to Regional as well as programmatic accreditation requirements.  Responsible for the development and appropriate management of all experiential learning sites, relationships, policies and procedures.  Participates in fiscal administration, curriculum development and coordination, determination of teaching assignments, supervision and evaluation of faculty, design and operation of program facilities, and selection/coordination of program specific external facilities and instruction.  Provides professional leadership and support for teaching faculty; serves as a mentor and facilitator for faculty assigned; and enables an environment which fosters creativity, responsiveness, and self-responsibility. Qualifications: Doctorate degree required in related field by an institution that is accredited by a USDE recognized national or regional accrediting body Credentialed physician assistant, licensed to practice Must have a minimum of five (5) administrative experience including program planning and implementation, evaluation and budgeting Minimum of five (5) years in the field of physician assistant, including documented clinical practice as an physical therapist Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a full-time academic appointment with teaching responsibilities at the post-secondary level Evidence of scholarship (e.g. scholarship of application, practice or engagement, scholarship of teaching and learning) required Knowledge and evidence of strong supervisory and management skills as applicable to specialized program area Knowledge in technological support and delivery of program area and services Knowledge of state, federal and local laws/regulations relating to programs, governmental compliance and other regulatory standards such as Title IV, WASC, ARC-PA, and other accreditation standards  Proficient skills and experience in Microsoft Office computer software systems that includes word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software Your daily reward will be the personal satisfaction of having a chance to make a difference to yourself, your team, and to a group of students who expect an outstanding education. Full-time associates are eligible for an exceptional benefits package which includes: Health, dental and vision plan Vacation, sick and holiday schedule Tuition Reimbursement 401(k) Plan with employer match Flexible Spending Account Long/short term disability and more To learn more about West Coast University and to apply for this exciting opportunity please visit our website www.westcoastuniversity.edu. West Coast University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we seek candidates who desire to work in and serve an ethnically-diverse population.

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Admissions Assistant

Details: Job Classification: Contract Communicate effectively with customers to resolve customer admissions issues and ensure exceptional customer service and data integrity.-Work with facility admissions representatives to collect and review resident information and other relevant information to ensure accurate admissions and re-admissions -Work closely with all insurance company processors or state Medicaid to verify and complete accurate pay status to ensure timely resolve of outstanding receivables -Process changes received from facility personnel or responsible parties to ensure accurate and timely billing -Monitor residents in Medicaid pending status and make timely changes to secure financial responsibility -Work closely with PharMerica Collections Associates department to verify insurance information and if appropriate, refill charges to appropriate payor -Working with PharMerica Associates, review and analyze relevant admissions reports in order to provide accurate information as needed -Work Experience 6 mo. to 1 year of related experience in long term care, retail, hospital or mail deliveryMonday-Friday8-5Join Aerotek Professional Services&174. Our customized employment solutions and personalized approach give job seekers access to great opportunities with competitive salaries. Aerotek offers comprehensive benefits that can include medical, dental, optical, and optional 401k. Don't put your career in the hands of just anyone; put it in the hands of a specialist. Launch or rejuvenate your career today with Aerotek Professional Services! Allegis Group and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and will consider all applications without regard to race, marital status, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.

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