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Job Description

Benefits:

• Free Lunch
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

• Free Lunch - Daily
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

• Monday - Friday 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM (+/-1 hour depending on production volume)
• Rotating Weekend Shifts - Every other Sunday. Currently Sunday shift is from 7AM - 12 PM

• Able to work on their feet the entire shift.
• Able to work in a refrigerated environment, 37 - 40 F.
• Must be able to lift 50# (not continuously).
• Has reliable transportation to and from work.
• Dependable, shows up on time for each shift.
• A self-starter, able to stay organized, work as a part of a team, take direction well, and work on their own when necessary.
• Able to keep processing area, equipment and other work areas clean and organized.
• Slicer experience, prior work in production / assembly style environment, including food handling is a bonus.
• Must be okay with working in an environment where day-to-day operations are routine, and follow all government regulations and/or company set rules.
• A current ServSafe or Food Manager Certification Exam is very desirable.
• Bonus points if you enjoy Pop Culture and Movies or can tell a really good joke.

• After 90 days of employment all new hires are eligible for medical (including prescription coverage), vision, and dental insurance. The company pays 50% and the employee pays the other 50%.
• Free lunch - EVERY DAY!
• Paid Time off & Earned Sick Time (In accordance Michigan Earned Sick Time Act (ESTA)).
• 401(k) with employer sponsored match (after one year of employment) Full Time Employees
• No direct interaction with the general public or customers, at all.

Research Project :  This research opportunity will be part of the MaizeGDB. Under the guidance of a mentor and in collaboration with scientists and support staff, the participant will have the opportunity to gain experience and learn about the challenges of using machine learning approaches to gain structural and functional insights into genes at a pan-genome level, including identifying genes associated with climate adaptability, using predicted protein structures to assess gene annotation quality, predicting trait-based protein-protein interaction and regulatory networks, and explore the genomes of wild progenitors or closely related species to identify novel target genes. 

Learning Objectives : The participant will learn HPC computing technologies and will help develop and co-lead ARS-wide workshops, resulting in a community of scientific practice on the relationships between protein structure, function, and phenotype; recent advances in machine learning; and pan-genomic applications of machine learning. The participant will have the opportunity to collaborate with multiple USDA-ARS scientists on using machine learning and comparative genomic approaches with the maize genome and to write scientific papers.

Preferred 1 or more of the following skills :

• Experience in computer science, bioinformatics or computational biology
• Experience with working with genetics and genomic data
• Experience working with large, diverse datasets and data mining approaches
• Proficiency in Linux and computational programming
• Enjoy working with the Maize research community

Appointment Length : The appointment is full-time. Appointments for 1-2 years with possible 3rd year extension.

Appointment Location : Ames, Iowa or remote options are available.

Participant Stipend : The participant will receive a monthly stipend commensurate with experience. Stipends range from $70,000 to $5,000 per year (plus benefits). Annual travel budget up to 9,000. Health and dental insurance allowance.

Citizenship Requirements : This opportunity is available to U.S. citizens, Lawful Permanent Residents, and foreign nationals.

Interested in a career with both meaning and growth? Whether your abilities are in direct patient care or one of the many other areas of healthcare administration and support, everyone at Parkland works together to fulfill our mission: the health and well-being of individuals and communities entrusted to our care. By joining Parkland, you become part of a diverse healthcare legacy that's served our community for more than 125 years. Put your skills to work with us, seek opportunities to learn and join a talented team where patient care is more than a job. It's our passion.

PRIMARY PURPOSE

Patrols, monitors, and provides simple security services consistent with departmental policy, while assisting patients, visitors, and staff to help ensure that Dallas County Hospital District's buildings, campuses and assets are safe and secure.

MINIMUM SPECIFICATIONS

Education

High School Diploma or GED.

Experience

None.

Equivalent Education and/or Experience

None.

Certification/Registration/Licensure

Must have a valid Texas Class C Driver License.

Required Tests for Placement

Employees in this job who were hired on or before 03/29/14 are exempt from requirement to take/pass the typing test and physical agility assessment.

Skills or Special Abilities - Must be able to pass typing test with a minimum of 20 words per minute, with no more than three errors.

Must successfully pass a physical agility assessment.

Must successfully pass a pre-employment polygraph test prior to employment.

Must have effective verbal and written communication skills.

Must be able to deal with the public in a tactful and diplomatic manner.

Must be able to handle stressful and possible crisis situations.

May be subject to further written and/or oral pre-assignment testing.

Responsibilities

1. Monitors traffic and limits access to restricted area(s), while following established policies and procedures.

2. Monitors high-risk patients in the Emergency room or other assigned area(s).

3. Drives an escort shuttle to and from parking lots and escorts patients in order to ensure the safe passage of the public and employees.

4. Maintains a positive working relationship with patients, visitors and staff to promote customer satisfaction while performing security assignments.

5. Provides instructions, and/or physical help, and performs other duties as needed to support a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors.

6. Patrols assigned area(s) to discover and report safety and security hazards, while adhering to established policies and procedures.

7. Ensures vehicle and pedestrian traffic moves smoothly within the campus.

8. Responds to service calls by following established policies and procedures.

9. Prepares accurate and timely reports consistent with internal practice and as required by law.

10. Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve customer satisfaction. Makes recommendations to supervisor in support of the overall goals and mission of the District.

11. Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements and trends in the security field by attending seminars/workshops and reading professional journals. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices.

12. Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws, and guidelines that impact or govern the department. Develops effective internal controls that promote adherence to applicable state/federal laws. Seeks advice and guidance as necessary to ensure proper understanding.

13. Provides assistance in related areas and other assigned duties to maintain a safe and secure environment. Provides assistance in related areas and other assigned duties to maintain a safe and secure environment.

14. Responds to violent physical encounters using the appropriate force necessary to achieve a lawful objective at the same time maintaining professionalism.

15. Actively participates in Department training showing proficiency in defensive tactics, SAMA, ALERRT and other training as required by the department.

Parkland Health and Hospital System prohibits discrimination based on age (40 or over), race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, national origin, marital status, political belief, or veteran status. As part of our commitment to our patients and employees' wellness, Parkland Health is a tobacco and smoke-free campus.

Interested in a career with both meaning and growth? Whether your abilities are in direct patient care or one of the many other areas of healthcare administration and support, everyone at Parkland works together to fulfill our mission: the health and well-being of individuals and communities entrusted to our care. By joining Parkland, you become part of a diverse healthcare legacy that's served our community for more than 125 years. Put your skills to work with us, seek opportunities to learn and join a talented team where patient care is more than a job. It's our passion.

PRIMARY PURPOSE

Patrols, monitors, and provides simple security services consistent with departmental policy, while assisting patients, visitors, and staff to help ensure that Dallas County Hospital District's buildings, campuses and assets are safe and secure.

MINIMUM SPECIFICATIONS

Education

High School Diploma or GED.

Experience

None.

Equivalent Education and/or Experience

None.

Certification/Registration/Licensure

Must have a valid Texas Class C Driver License.

Required Tests for Placement

Employees in this job who were hired on or before 03/29/14 are exempt from requirement to take/pass the typing test and physical agility assessment.

Skills or Special Abilities - Must be able to pass typing test with a minimum of 20 words per minute, with no more than three errors.

Must successfully pass a physical agility assessment.

Must successfully pass a pre-employment polygraph test prior to employment.

Must have effective verbal and written communication skills.

Must be able to deal with the public in a tactful and diplomatic manner.

Must be able to handle stressful and possible crisis situations.

May be subject to further written and/or oral pre-assignment testing.

Responsibilities

1. Monitors traffic and limits access to restricted area(s), while following established policies and procedures.

2. Monitors high-risk patients in the Emergency room or other assigned area(s).

3. Drives an escort shuttle to and from parking lots and escorts patients in order to ensure the safe passage of the public and employees.

4. Maintains a positive working relationship with patients, visitors and staff to promote customer satisfaction while performing security assignments.

5. Provides instructions, and/or physical help, and performs other duties as needed to support a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors.

6. Patrols assigned area(s) to discover and report safety and security hazards, while adhering to established policies and procedures.

7. Ensures vehicle and pedestrian traffic moves smoothly within the campus.

8. Responds to service calls by following established policies and procedures.

9. Prepares accurate and timely reports consistent with internal practice and as required by law.

10. Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve customer satisfaction. Makes recommendations to supervisor in support of the overall goals and mission of the District.

11. Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements and trends in the security field by attending seminars/workshops and reading professional journals. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices.

12. Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws, and guidelines that impact or govern the department. Develops effective internal controls that promote adherence to applicable state/federal laws. Seeks advice and guidance as necessary to ensure proper understanding.

13. Provides assistance in related areas and other assigned duties to maintain a safe and secure environment. Provides assistance in related areas and other assigned duties to maintain a safe and secure environment.

14. Responds to violent physical encounters using the appropriate force necessary to achieve a lawful objective at the same time maintaining professionalism.

15. Actively participates in Department training showing proficiency in defensive tactics, SAMA, ALERRT and other training as required by the department.

Parkland Health and Hospital System prohibits discrimination based on age (40 or over), race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, national origin, marital status, political belief, or veteran status.As part of our commitment to our patients and employees' wellness, Parkland Health is a tobacco and smoke-free campus.

• A doctorate degree or terminal degree is preferred.
• The faculty member needs to have a strong knowledge of and extensive experience (at least 10 years) in leadership development, organization development, or conflict resolution to build a distinguished record in developing and managing programs that provide services and assistance to individuals and communities.

• Knowledge of the Institute's mission, goals, services, and range of expertise.
• Ability to consistently secure external contracts and build capacity to meet contract obligations.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously, competing priorities, project resources, and budgets.
• Prior success in and the ability to work with clients of different backgrounds.
• Commitment and ability to interact in a positive and supportive manner with Institute colleagues, agency leaders, elected and appointed officials, and agency staff and service providers.
• Flexibility and willingness to work toward solutions.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Understanding of the complexities involved in the Institute's mission and a willingness to work through complexities to deliver solutions.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

• Proactively seek funding for work that aligns with the mission and vision of the Fanning Institute, especially federally funded grant opportunities. Faculty are expected to secure funding to cover salary and related operating expenses.
• Developing and supporting client relationships that result in collaborative efforts from the Fanning Institute and other UGA public service and academic partners.
• Coordinating and collaborating with key Fanning Institute partners to identify and respond appropriately, developing innovative programs and services to meet the needs of clients of different backgrounds. Depending on programmatic needs, faculty typically will have specific areas of concentration and focus but also operate in an interdisciplinary and collaborative manner.
• Developing collaborative linkages within Fanning Institute, Public Service and Outreach, and UGA units that result in increased service to clients by staying abreast of the broad range of Fanning Institute capabilities, expertise, and projects.
• Providing group and individual instruction, facilitation, data gathering sessions, mediation, technical assistance, etc., both on and off campus.
• Conducting effective project management by working collaboratively with other Fanning Institute personnel. This includes following policy, procedures, and processes to develop budgets, agreements, and work products; identifying additional client support needs; and ensuring that workflows are consistent.
• Ensuring all contractual deliverables are met.

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. Unofficial Letters of Recommendation

The essential functions of the job are not limited to those listed in the job description. The City retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.

When Assigned to Public Works:

• Loads and unloads gravel, asphalt, dirt, timber, chemicals and other materials, tools and equipment;
• Cuts grass and trees, rakes leaves;
• Digs trenches and ditches;
• Cleans catch basins, manholes and sewer lines;
• Performs various custodial duties; Picks up paper, leaves and debris on public property and streets; Collects leaves, brush, debris and other materials;
• Performs various street maintenance duties such as cleaning gutters and patching holes;
• Assists with the fabrication and installation of traffic signs;
• Assists with painting and measuring traffic lines and markings; Removes and refurbishes damaged or non-legible signs; Removes and replaces damaged poles;
• Places and removes street barricades and other warning devices; picks up and delivers supplies and materials;

• Maintains utilities by preparing the work site; loading and unloading pipe and other materials; stocking the truck with parts/materials based on supervisor's direction; digging trenches and ditches; providing work site protection, when necessary; handing tools and materials to other crew members; and cleaning up the work site.
• Provides courier services by delivering and picking up a variety of materials; and running errands.
• Provides emergency response/clean up.
• Provides customer service by answering citizens' questions; and referring complaints to supervisors.
• Participates in training by attending monthly division and crew training sessions.

• Maintains parks by collecting trash and cleaning buildings; directing inmates in trash collection; hauling trash to dumpsters; mowing and removing limbs and leaves; operating mowers and weed cutters; installing landscape beds; and removing debris.
• Provides courier services by delivering and picking up a variety of materials; and running errands.
• Provides emergency response/clean up.
• Provides customer service by answering citizens' questions; and referring complaints to supervisors.
• Participates in training by attending monthly division and crew training sessions.

• Supports special events.
• Provides emergency response during severe weather (snow, floods, storms, etc.).
• Performs additional duties to support operational requirements as assigned.

Education and Experience
High School Diploma or GED and basic computer skills (when assigned to Utilities). No job experience required.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of the specific requirements listed above

Certifications/Licenses

• Valid Driver's License with acceptable driving record according to City Criteria
• Based on assignment, the following may be required:
  • Confined Space Certificate
  • Flagger Certification
  • Registered Technical Pesticide Application

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Work requires heavy physical effort, exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs. constantly.
• Adequate vision, hearing and talking to drive, use computer, and communicate effectively with others.
• Constant standing.
• Frequent walking, lifting and carrying
• Occasional sitting, pushing/pulling, reaching, bending, twisting, climbing, and balancing.

• Responsible for appropriate use and maintenance of City equipment, tools and other resources, including work time.
• Regular and predictable attendance is expected.
• When assigned to Utilities, may experience frequent time pressure, emergency situations, irregular work schedule/overtime, performing multiple tasks simultaneously, working closely with others as part of a team, and noisy/distracting environment.

• Full range of benefits including Health/Teledoc, Dental, Vision, Disability, and $10K of Life Insurance at no cost to the employee
• 2:1 match in our TMRS Retirement Plan
• 11 paid holidays
• Generous paid time off
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Supplemental life insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Award-winning Infants at Work Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Ongoing professional development

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