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Table of Contents
Ten Reasons Why Veterans Make Great Employees
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Careers in Transportation & Logistics Page 6 How Becoming a Problem Solver Can Aid Your Job Search
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Interview with A Cybersecurity Consultant
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Diversity & Inclusion: An Ongoing Challenge for Tech Industry
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5 Highest-Paying Jobs in Finance
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Engineers: Employment, Pay, and Outlook
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Leaders in Diversity & Inclusion: 5 Lessons from Top Global Companies Page 16 What Experiential Designers Do
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Persons with Disabilities: Working For Our Federal Government
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Choices in Nursing Careers
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Top 6 Signs a Medical Career Is Right for You
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Mid-life Career Change — How to Ace That Job Interview
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Ten Reasons Why Veterans Make Great Employees by Julie Rains
Over the past few years, I have had the privilege of working with military veterans and active duty personnel who anticipate, are in the process, or have already transitioned to the civilian world. Some job descriptions line up with their military credentials: a helicopter pilot making evacuations in Baghdad might find similar work with a law enforcement agency stateside; ditto for a technician who is searching for a
mechanic’s position. But others may have incredibly valuable skills that aren’t recognized in the private sector. And, like many job seekers, the language of their current or most recent employers may be misinterpreted by those who screen candidates and make hiring decisions. Based on my experiences with military personnel, here are attributes that veterans often have and that make them great employees.
1. U nderstanding that actions and behaviors reflect on the organization
opportunities for improving processes and results. In some cases, being in the field requires adapting to uncertain or changing circumstances, not being able to receive assistance from back-up teams, which further develops innovative thinking.
Military personnel, like other public servants, are always under scrutiny whether on a mission, back at the base, or on leave. They seem to understand that everything they do and say reflects on the integrity and reputation of the organization.
4. A bility to create something where nothing existed before
2. Cross-cultural skills
It took a while for one of my clients to explain to Our military personnel have me what implementing “life the opportunity to interact support” systems in a prewith people of many counviously undeveloped area tries. They might supervise meant. I finally realized local contract employees on that he directed the develOur veterans have shown that they have put themselves in base, conduct medical evacuopment of an infrastructure ations, or provide resources danger to protect our freedom. Being able to sacrifice personal to house, feed, and take in humanitarian missions. Our care of the basic needs of reward for greater, collective good is often a valuable asset. veterans also have had the thousands of people. And, opportunity to work alongside at some point, I understood others from all over the United States, providing them with knowledge of that his logistical skills consisted not only of accessing supply chain diverse cultures within our own country. resources but, more significantly, creating the supply chain.
3. Innovation
I get the impression that many hiring managers may not always grasp 5. Presentation skills that veterans may actually be more, rather than less, innovative in their Many veterans, especially those who became officers, have excellent thinking than non-veterans. Just as in the private sector, there are many presentation skills. Some have fielded inquiries from Congressional
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representatives; others have spoken before senior executives (such as a Four-Star General). Delivering accurate information and being clear in meaning are both critical.
6. Quick Thinking
Missions and field exercises require leaders to quickly analyze situations, continuously process new and changing information, and make sound decisions. They have often received training on certain techniques, such as maneuvering a helicopter in a dust storm with no visibility, but real-world scenarios with life-or-death consequences can help hone focused thinking aligned with quick action under pressure.
7. Desire to re-use and recycle
More than one of my clients has mentioned that he or she was able to conserve resources by sharing inventory (equipment, supplies) with other facilities. In one case, he redistributed parts to sites worldwide; in another, she claimed serviceable but unneeded equipment from a nearby site.
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Readiness for deployments or impromptu operations plays a central role in many military job descriptions. Making sure that equipment is operating correctly and that supplies are ready allows responsiveness to organizational needs. And, understanding that uncertainty is the norm yields flexible employees.
9. Insight into how their actions impact other people
Doing a good job doesn’t mean just getting a good performance review, it means that fellow soldiers are as safe as possible and that critical missions are successful: the cargo plane with military troops is loaded properly; the helicopter that is transporting the critically wounded will respond to pilot controls, etc.
10. Demonstrated commitment to the greater good
Our veterans have shown that they have put themselves in danger to protect our freedom. Being able to sacrifice personal reward for greater, collective good is often a valuable asset. There are even more skills, such as project management, purchasing, and team leadership skills, that our veterans possess. I have listed 10 that made the deepest impression on me. Note: I have provided résumé services for veterans and learned about their roles through discussions of their job duties. I am not a veteran. This article was contributed by Julie Rains of Wise Bread, where you can find more helpful financial and credit card advice for military families.
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Eight Careers in Transportation and Logistics G raduating with a degree in transportation and logistics will leave you with no shortage of career paths. Not only are logistics utilized by a wide variety of institutions (everything from global corporations to city governments), the transportation and logistics industry is made up of many different parts that perform very different functions. These are just eight of the possible careers you could pursue with a degree in transportation and logistics:
Analyst
Analyst is the most common entrylevel logistics position. Analysts are Graduating with a degree in transportation and logistics will leave responsible for gathering and analyzyou with no shortage of career paths. ing data to look for problems. Good math and computer skills are generally The tasks of an engineer are related to those of an analyst: engineers evalrequired for these positions; thriving in a team setting is also important, uate the supply chain and logistics systems for trends or problems using as analysts are expected to recommend solutions to their supervisors. computer systems and mathematics. While analysts make recommendaAlthough it is an entry-level position, an analyst’s tasks become more tions, however, engineers are responsible for implementing solutions. varied and complex as he or she accumulates experience. The basic They manage their own projects as well as those of analysts, and must be understanding of logistics planning that one acquires as an analyst is able to write technical proposals for their plans. Management becomes an useful in many more-advanced positions. important part of many transportation and logistics careers.
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logistics solutions for specific problems. Not only are logistics utilized International Logistics This often requires the consultant to be a free agent of sorts, moving from city by a wide variety of institutions, Manager to city solving problems; many consulWhile international logistics managers aren’t the transportation and logistics tants, however, find this challenge to be responsible for acquiring materials, they are responrewarding. Project management is a key industry is made up of many sible for maintaining relationships with international part of consulting work; consultants must different parts that perform very partners. International logistics requires a familiarity manage data to find solutions, oversee with ever-changing international customs, laws, and different functions. the implementation of those solutions, regulations. Such managers often start off working and ensure that clients understand basic as importer-exporters and are expected to collaborate supply-chain needs for independence moving forward. with manufacturing, marketing, and purchasing to build and manage supply chains. Knowledge of both logistics and international business are Customer Service essential to the successful international logistics manager. Customer service specialists are not required to have college degrees or entry-level knowledge of logistics, but the best customer service usu- Inventory Manager Inventory managers oversee the accumulation of resources and material ally features both. Whether acting as a sales team or managing existing clients, customer service acts as an intermediary between clients and the goods, and examine data for trends. They are responsible for identifying rest of the logistics team. A client’s needs and concerns must be relayed problems with inventory and implementing solutions by managing data to engineers or managers; likewise, if there is a problem of logistics, the and computer systems. Inventory managers coordinate with purchasing and logistics managers to optimize order and distribution schedules. They problem and its solution must be communicated to the client. Therefore, a generally have experience with logistics and importing/exporting. knowledge of logistics offers both clients and customer service representatives a greater grasp of the situation. As with other positions, successful Supply-Chain Manager customer service eventually leads to a management position responsible If transportation and logistics is the study of distribution systems, you for establishing procedures for the entire customer service team. might expect the supply chain manager to be the king of all managers. This is not quite true, but they are very important. Supply-chain managPurchasing Manager ers oversee the entire supply chain (including purchasing, warehousing, Not every company that employs logistics professionals will employ inventory, and production) and seek to streamline the system in order a purchasing manager. Carriers such as UPS, FedEx, and USPS, for to reduce cost and optimize productivity. Supply-chain managers are instance, distribute goods or products that are ready to be sold, or already expected to understand logistics planning in order to forecast long-term have been. Manufacturers, however, must acquire resources and materi- financial needs. Again, the ability to communicate, collaborate, and manals and have them delivered for production. Purchasing managers find age is key; if the supply-chain manager recognizes a problem, he must materials suppliers across the world, sign them to contracts, and manage ensure its implementation by many other managers and departments. relationships with them. They must also communicate with inventory and 8240_eoe_Journal_vertical.pdf 1 1/5/17 9:55 AM Article provided by www.internationalstudent.com. InternationalStudent.com warehouse managers to coordinate the delivery of materials. provides information for all students interested in international education.
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CYBERSECURITY CONSULTANT
What do you do?
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What draws people to cybersecurity?
I deal with businesses to identify ways of securing their IT (inforI think it’s the morality of the mation technology) systems. I work that attracts a lot of us who also mentor staff and make sure are in it. A lot of us just want to the company meets its regulatory save the company and to do the requirements. right thing. We’re looking to save Businesses don’t understand the world. what they don’t know. That’s Tell me about your where I can help, by working with career path. them to identify their requireEarly in my career, I was workments—and to protect their inforing for a computer company when mation according to the law and someone stole the source code for according to risk. You can be 100 our software. The company formed percent compliant with the reguan information security team and lations but still be at risk. developed a tool to identify when From a risk perspective, you need to know how hackers work so you systems were misconfigured or when they were broken into. I had been can protect against them. A lot of organizations have penetration tests: teaching people how to use software and computers, so I taught people they hire a “good guy” to hack in and act like a “bad guy.” Then they how to work the security tool. build their security around that. After that, I became the security guru for the computer room. And since Are there different specialties then, I’ve done everything and anything when it comes to IT security.
within information security?
Yes. At first you need to learn the basic principles, but you’ll eventually identify a specialty area. Two big areas with opportunities are computer forensics, figuring out how someone hacked in and retracing those steps, and application security, identifying and fixing software vulnerabilities. There’s also governance, risk, and compliance. This is my area of expertise. I help set policies and oversee the security programs. I’m in a strategic role, not a tactical one.
How can prospective cybersecurity specialists prepare for this work?
It can be extremely difficult at the entry level, because many job openings require 1 to 3 years of experience. What I usually tell people is to get as much knowledge as you can, and then network. Step 1 is to get your knowledge. There are all kinds of information security training classes online. One site that offers free training is
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Cybrary.it, although you do pay to take the certification exams after completing a class. Another opportunity for picking up knowledge is to watch online videos. For example, I might search how to hack something to learn how it happens. And once I learn how to hack it, I can learn how to prevent it. Step 2 is networking. Go to meet-ups, or join user groups or professional associations to meet others in the cybersecurity field. Latch on to those who are able to help and answer questions. Start talking to people, and get your name out there; let them know that you’re looking to get started. It’s amazing how many people are willing to help if only you ask.
Are IT certifications usually required to work in this field?
Yes. The CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional), the oldest certification for IT security, is the gold standard. It’s good for identifying whether people have a baseline. An industry association survey asked IT workers to list the certifications they had, and there were 71 different certifications listed. But CISSP was the most common.
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Diversity and Inclusion: An Ongoing Challenge for Tech Industry
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iversity within the tech industry continues to be an issue high on The leading global tech corporations are also prioritising the issue and the agenda for leading companies around the world. Diversity, in the U.S, Silicon Valley has seen encouraging developments emerging inclusion and retention of women and minority groups is now from tech companies including Intel, Google and Netflix who are all strivseen as one of the biggest challenges facing the tech industry today. ing to implement necessary changes. Intel took a huge step in early 2015, In an interview for The Australian, announcing a $300 million incentive “We have seen a huge increase in our corporate engagement to tackle diversity and inclusion within Ben Pfisterer, Country Manager for tech company Square, stated, “If the technology and gaming spaces – as with tech companies and game developers in recent years. we allow ourselves to become too well as the online harassment that many Our partnerships with companies such as Intel, Twitter homogenous, we lose the outsider women and minority groups experience. and Riot Games play an important part in developing perspective — the voice who speaks Diversity and inclusion issues are holistic solution-based strategies as well as helping large up against a bad idea, or the hidden widespread throughout all areas of the corporate organizations to see these problems from an talent who comes up with the next technology sector with social media and game-changing product. The fact internet communities also facing chalend user perspective.” is, when our businesses are made lenges – many have turned to non-profit – Dan Raisbeck, Co Founder, The Cybersmile Foundation up of people who look the same, organisations such as Cybersmile to help we tend to think the same as well. address the growing problem of online That means diverse ideas, perspectives and considerations are left by the misogyny and hate campaigns aimed at females and minority groups. wayside.” Most recently, Cybersmile have announced Fifth Harmony star, A recent survey targeting UK based tech companies found a worrying Normani Kordei as their Official Diversity Ambassador after she experitrend in attitudes, with 46% of companies doubting that diversity was enced horrific racial hatred on social media. If you are concerned about necessary to improve the growth of their business. Maggie Philbin, CEO any diversity related issues on or offline we have trained advisors offering of Teen Tech commented, “We need to face up to the fact that we have a support 24/7 wherever you are in the world! Email – help@cybersmile. serious issue with diversity in the technology industry.” org and a trained advisor will be in touch. For further information about In Asia the issue is being taken seriously at the highest level in an effort Cybersmile and the work we do, please explore the following suggestions. to change long established norms that are seen as holding back innovaCybersmile And ESL Announce Official Charity Partnership tions and growth in the technology sector. New models of structuring and Exciting Online Abuse App Developed Through Hack Harassment HR management are seen as key to making the changes needed. Lim Chin Norton/Symantec Survey Of Australian Women Returns Alarming Results Han, MD of Tower Watson Malaysia states, “An inclusive culture occurs Cybersmile To Form Part Of New Twitter Trust And Safety Council when differences are valued, people are treated fairly and feel accepted What are your thoughts regarding diversity within the technology and respected, and opportunities are open to all.” sector? Tweet us @CybersmileHQ.
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According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the typical personal financial adviser earns $108,090 per year. Personal financial advisers usually need at least a bachelor's degree in finance, business, economics, or a similar field of study, and they must pass relevant licensure and certification examinations in their state. These professionals work with individuals and families and provide them with advice regarding investments, retirement planning, taxes, and insurance. They also research investments and monitor the stock market so they can make informed recommendations to clients. Financial advisers are responsible for assisting their clients with investing their money, and they provide regular updates regarding the performance of investments.
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Salaries are above the six-figure mark for actuaries, who earn an average of $110,090 annually, per the BLS. You can enter this field with a bachelor's degree in mathematics or statistics; some colleges even offer a program specifically in actuarial science. Actuaries are also required to pass a series of professional examinations. Most work in the insurance industry, performing statistical calculations to determine the risks of and costs associated with events such as illnesses, accidents, and death. Actuaries use their calculations to design and monitor insurance programs, and they may also be responsible for determining the costs of insurance policies.
College Professors
Professors who teach finance courses within the business department at a college or university can expect to earn $88,740 per year, as reported by the BLS. Most collegiate level instructors have a doctoral
degree in their field of study. In addition to preparing for and giving lectures, finance professors assign and grade papers and projects, score exams, and meet with students outside of class for consultation. They may also perform research for the college or university that employs them.
Financial Managers
Per BLS reports, financial managers are some of the highest-paid professionals in the finance industry, with average annual earnings of $130,230. Financial managers need a bachelor's degree in a field such as business or finance, as well as several years of career experience. Job prospects are better for those with a master's degree in business administration (MBA). Once employed, financial managers provide supervision to other employees in the finance department, compile and review an organization's financial reports, design and monitor the organization's budget, and ensure that the organization complies with laws and meets its financial goals. Financial managers may also develop plans for increasing profits and revenue.
Economists
Economists can expect to earn slightly over six figures, with an average yearly salary of $105,290, per the BLS. Job prospects are best for those with a master's or doctoral degree in economics. Economists are usually employed by government agencies, research institutions, and major corporations. They perform research, collect data, and carry out surveys regarding economic topics such as unemployment, wages, productivity, and consumer demand. Economists use survey and research results to produce reports and to provide guidance to governments and corporations. They may also publish articles in newspapers and academic journals. Economists are just one of several types of finance professionals who enjoy aboveaverage earnings. Those who choose to enter the finance field will be presented with ample high-paying job opportunities, in fields such as actuarial science and financial management. With the proper education and valuable work experience, finance professionals are sure to advance their careers and earn a lucrative salary. Article provided Constant-Content.com
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Engineers: Employment, Pay, and Outlook
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ngineers have a role in creating a variety of structures and products, from airports to zippers. If that sounds intriguing, consider a career in engineering. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) projects employment growth for these workers, with nearly 140,000 new jobs expected for engineers over the 2016–26 decade. And in 2016, engineers had a median annual wage of $91,010—more than twice the median wage for all workers. Read on to see which engineering occupations are projected to have the most new jobs from 2016 to 2026 and which had the highest wages in 2016. You’ll also learn about the industries that employ engineers and the typical requirements for entering engineering.
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Projected new jobs
BLS prepares employment projections for 18 engineering occupations. Table 1 shows how many of the 139,300 jobs for engineers are expected to be added in each of these occupations from 2016 to 2026. About 23 percent of new jobs for engineers are projected to be for civil engineers, the largest engineering occupation. Mechanical and industrial engineers are second and third in projected job growth among engineers. Together, these two occupations accounted for about 36 percent of new jobs for engineers.
Engineer wages
As table 1 also shows, median annual wages for engineers vary. A median wage is the 50th percentile: half of workers in the occupation made less than that amount, and half made more.
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Percentiles show wage ranges within an occupation. For example, entry-level engineers, like entry-level workers in most occupations, usually earn less than the median; engineers with experience are likely to earn more. As the illustration shows, engineers at even the 10th percentile make $55,670—meaning that more than 90 percent of engineers have wages that are higher than the $37,040 median for all workers Chart 1 shows percentile wages for the top-paying engineering occupations in 2016. Petroleum engineers earned a median wage of $128,230 per year, the highest of all engineers. At the 90th percentile, these workers had an annual wage that was equal to or greater than $208,000, the top percentile wage for 2016 published by the BLS Occupational Employment Statistics program.
Employment by industry
Manufacturing employed more than 578,000 engineers in 2016, the most of any industry. (See chart 2.) Within manufacturing, the largest number of jobs for engineers were related to the production of computer and electronic products, transportation equipment, and machinery.
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All of the industries in the chart are projected to add jobs for engineers from 2016 to 2026. Of the industries shown, engineering services is projected to have the most new jobs—more than 54,000—over the decade. Different industries employ different types of engineers. For example, the construction industry employs civil, electrical, and health and safety engineers to ensure that structures and systems are built correctly.
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Typical education required
For entry-level engineering jobs, you typically must have a bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline that’s related to the type of work you plan to do. Additional education or licensure, or both, may be needed for advancing in the occupation. Getting practical experience while in college, such as by completing an internship or participating in a cooperative engineering program, also is recommended. But you can start to prepare for an engineering career as early as high school by taking classes such as trigonometry, calculus, and physics.
Engineering-related occupations
Other occupations might require—or benefit from—a background in engineering. Of the occupations in chart 3, all but one typically require a bachelor’s degree or more education at the entry level. Chart 3 shows that the median annual wages for these engineering-related occupations, like wages for engineers, were higher than the median for all workers in 2016. Together, Join a dynamic team that encourages growth, diversity, opportunity and excellence. ICMA-RC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. 777 North Capitol Street NE Washington, DC 20002
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the occupations in the chart are projected to add 41,500 jobs over the 2016–26 decade.
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avid is in charge of workplace diversity management at a global manufacturing company. He was recently assigned a seemingly basic task. “Focus on minorities,” the executive sponsor of the initiative told him. “I’d like to see our numbers climb from 25 to 45 percent,” he said. Minorities are largely underrepresented at the company, but David knew that was only a small part of a larger problem. Women are also grossly underrepresented, especially among senior employees. Additionally, there are no current initiatives to hire people with disabilities, nor is there a policy in place that promotes diverse ways of thinking. Frustrated at the narrowed focus of his duty, David immediately felt discouraged. Through his experiences, he has learned that to achieve greater diversity and inclusion (D&I), organizational efforts will need to focus beyond just the numbers. To effect positive and measurable change within an organization, David knows it is imperative to focus efforts on a collective and multidimensional solution. Later that day, David chatted with a team of his coworkers in different countries during a conference call. Some of them echoed something he has heard plenty of times in the past. Jason, a colleague in Singapore, stated, “Simply focusing on hiring minorities isn’t enough. The offices here, for example, employ a huge number of minorities, but they aren’t included as key decision makers, and they’re rarely promoted to executive positions.” David and Jason both agree that their company should continue to hire more people from underrepresented groups, but that a single focus will not do much to solve any of the larger problems. They understand that companies with gender, ethnic and racial diversity are at least 15 percent more likely to experience above-average financial returns. They also know that companies within the top quartile for racial and ethnic diversity are 35 percent more likely to do the same. These statistics imply a significant relationship between competitive profit gains and diversity, so why, exactly, is focusing on minorities not enough for a global company? Why are members of the global workforce — such as David and Jason — frustrated with one-way initiatives that do nothing more than single out certain groups of people? And most importantly: what can we learn from top companies successfully globalizing workplace diversity and inclusion? Managing diversity and inclusion in the global workplace is, in many ways, an unmapped territory. As such, we share five lessons from the following top global companies:
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thinking about D&I focuses on meete individual and not so much on an ve. Today, it is not only about having ompany but leveraging that diversity to ucts and services. re and maintain a diverse workforce, al/ethnic initiatives will be launched the foreseeable future. There is much rs in diversity and inclusion, but it is ber that every company’s D&I initiarent. You should tailor your initiatives ecific industry and your company’s Furthermore, global strategies should d locally.
Through his experiences, David has learned that to achieve greater diversity and inclusion (D&I), organizational efforts will need to focus beyond just the numbers. It is wise to remember that diversity means different things to different people, and organizations will apply those definitions to their companies respectively. For example, the percentage of workers of European ancestry in the UK decreased by almost 10 percentage points over the last ten years. This presents an area of focus unique to the UK workforce. Another example is the focus on people with disabilities in India, where many people suffer from polio or other diseases because medicine was not available to treat them. Because of this, Deutsche Bank works with a non-governmental organization to train people with disabilities to work at the company. It’s clear that the shift in D&I still includes, but stretches beyond, race and gender. We are in need of a collective push toward recognizing the need for diverse thinkers coming from a variety of different backgrounds, but companies are only slowly moving in this direction. Take the story of Todd Sears as an example. He began his career as a Wall Street investment banker in an environment that was not accepting of homosexuality. He eventually found a position in a more welcoming environment, where he flourished and eventually went on to pursue his own firm in a new market: private banking focusing on LGBT clients. Sears’ statement is a testament to the changing forecast of D&I: “For me, it’s business first, and business as a vehicle to achieve social justice and civil rights.” His statement provokes further thoughts about for-profit organizations and their dedication to advancing society on a global level. We all know intuitively that D&I initiatives are morally right, but realistically speaking, businesses are going to do what is best for the bottom line. This fact rouses sentiments about social responsibility, and part of this view naturally considers supplier diversity. Few companies are as successful as Ford when it comes to supplier diversity. In November of 2014, The National Minority Supplier Development Council named Carla Preston of Ford Motor Company a Minority Supplier Development Leader. In 2013, Preston’s efforts led to Ford adding 16 new Tier 1 diverse suppliers to its network, accounting for $4.8 million in spend. That year, Ford granted $1.08 billion of new business to diverse suppliers. This example proves that a global entity can indeed leverage diversity in many ways and see extremely positive results. This is proof that what is morally right can also be the best business decision. There are aspects of running a global business that are the same across the board, such as making a profit and putting forth efforts into D&I. There are also unique concerns that come with operating through different cultures and regions.
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progress, and it should be maintained and nurtured to be effective. According to a 2014 HUDSON Research & Consulting study that Studies show that diversity and inclusion efforts are worthwhile, espe- interviewed six D&I leaders from leading non-U.S.-based companies, cially on a global level. In the United Kingdom, senior executive teams there is a need for multiple initiatives and many sources of feedback. Instead of looking at turnover rates and other numbers, there is a need proved a 3.5 percent increase in earnings before interest and taxes with for measuring ROI based on different indicators and granular informaevery 10 percent increase in gender diversity. This implies that global business leaders should strive to create an tion, such as employee responses and consistent feedback about policies. Chemistry giant BASF employs a talent dashboard that allows leaders atmosphere where multiple voices are heard, and their opinions are valued and considered. This fact should be engrained in the company culture. to gauge D&I progress by asking comprehensive questions about their thoughts on the hiring process and retenIn the example scenario, David and Jason tion trends. This ensures that multiple realized the importance of an inclusive voices are heard and encourages employglobal workplace, but were frustrated with ees to voice their opinions. Strategies like the focus on a single group of workers – this give a voice to employees who might and frustrated that the company culture not otherwise express their opinions. lacked a focus on global talent. Another example of a successful global Few senior executives have realized the • Ethnicity company utilizing multiple practices and importance of a diverse workforce powmeasures is the German chemical and ered with voices of people from different • Gender pharmaceutical company Bayer. It uses backgrounds, personalities and thinking • Religion eLearning modules as a way of providstyles across the global workplace. It has • Disability ing ongoing education to employees. This become important to create environments type of resource provides employees with where all people are encouraged to draw • Thinking Style consistent reminders of the company’s upon their unique experiences, perspecvalues and expectations. tives and backgrounds to advance business David and Jason at the global manufacgoals. To achieve this in a global work turing company would likely appreciate setting, it’s crucial to employ effective such efforts. A talent dashboard would global communication and training efforts. allow them to voice their concerns in a Healthcare provider Johnson & Johnson, safe atmosphere, as well as show them that for example, realized that to be successful in leadership cares about their concerns. The global diversity, it needed culturally approeLearning modules would serve as a way priate efforts launched for every region. to educate employees across the globe, The company was struggling to combine placing emphasis on things that matter its diversity efforts in the United States and beyond racial and gender diversity. Europe, so it conducted its first-ever live The takeaway is that your global comvideo conference on mutual perceptions, pany should have solutions in place to diversity and respect. Clients and employmonitor and retain a talented and diverse ees reported increased productivity, and workforce, such as any of the following: over 100 survey participants reported the conference was the most valuable training Global mentoring programs they had ever experienced. Employee resource groups Another example of a global company Multicultural talent management realizing the depth and scope of inclusive Strategic partnership development environments is Deutsche Bank, a signatory e-Learning modules and founding member of diversity charters in Germany, Spain and Luxembourg. This new way of thinking about Lesson 4: Ensure About 42 percent of its employees D&I focuses on meeting the Leaders Model Diversity are female. Eileen Taylor of Deutsche needs of the individual; today, it's explained, “We are in 75 countries and and Inclusion we hire the best talent in each locale. not only about having diversity It is critical that senior leadership model Diverse teams and companies make better within a company but leveraging diversity and inclusion. When senior leaddecisions.” ers own D&I and make themselves a part that diversity to produce better Considering these examples, it’s clear of the diversity and inclusion management products and services. that some of the top organizations around process, it sets the tone for the rest of the the world have set an example for diverse organization to follow suit. “I have to be and inclusive global work environments. the champion of diversity and inclusion,” As these organizations continue their said L’Oréal USA CEO Frédéric Rozé. efforts and others follow, how do they “It is my job to be a role model and show how important this is to our continuously improve? And, more importantly, what areas of D&I are company.” companies still falling short? BASF is an excellent example of a global company that introduces Sixty-five percent of 321 executives of large global companies surveyed D&I training programs to senior executives to promote diversity throughby Forbes Insights claimed to have a plan in place to recruit a diverse out the organization. BASF’s Ambassador Network includes over 500 workforce — but only 44 percent employ retention programs. This employees worldwide and encourages the creation of an “open corporate signifies a gap in collective progress when it comes to retaining diversity culture that values every individual.” and inclusion in the workplace. In other words, you cannot simply have Is there a secret formula to learning how to manage workplace diversity, diversity; you must learn to leverage and nurture it so that it can thrive. especially considering the breadth of differences between global companies? Here are three steps imperative to obtaining inclusive leadership. Lesson 3: Use Multiple 1. Seek diversity Practices and Measures Companies must pull applicants from a diverse pool using the best Diversity and inclusion should not be treated as a ‘one-off’ initia- techniques. Most global companies understand this fact, but it is not tive. Many leaders struggle with how to manage workplace diversity. enough. Best practices include training hiring managers to ensure the Promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace is a constant work in hiring criteria and process is inclusive.
Lesson 2: Build an Inclusive Environment
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2. Create inclusion It is not enough to only hire a diverse workforce. It is crucial to leverage diverse perspectives for the benefit of the business as a whole. It is important to bring awareness to unconscious bias and discuss it in terms of the organization. In doing so, multiple perspectives are shared and considered. 3. Drive accountability Leaders in diversity and inclusion should make it clear that your global environment promotes free speaking. Encourage employees to speak out against biases. If necessary, launch a culture change in which every employee is involved. This process can be slow and intimidating, but your efforts will pay off when employees feel empowered to take individual accountability and let you know when they notice a bias. Diversity and inclusion activities in the workplace are not always a simple process. In fact, sometimes they can be quite messy. But it is often in these situations—in which employees step outside of their comfort zones and are faced with new situations and ideas— that tremendous growth occurs. A global organization catching on to this need for inclusive leadership is Ford Motor Company, which recognizes the need for leveraging different skills and perspectives, and for “respecting each other, and, in doing so, achieving profitable growth for all.” Kiersten Robinson, Vice President of Human
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Resources, Asia Pacific and Africa at Ford, was born in Ireland and immigrated to Australia as a child. She experienced cultural differences and was always well aware of her own as an immigrant. She learned at a young age the positive outcomes born from leveraging diversity and integrated that knowledge into her career. Robinson believes that organizations should use varying insights and perspectives as opportunities to increase customer satisfaction.
ple, it included leveraging cognitive diversity to drive innovation as a D&I principle. According to the global enterprise, diversity and inclusion increase innovation and reduce business risk. The enterprise focused its efforts on three areas in 2014: • Nomination programs. It hosted training for 350 employees in nine countries representing the enterprise’s every region. The efforts focused on women and under-represented groups. • Training programs. A global initiative was launched in over 20 countries to address general diversity and also train managers in cultural competence, generation diversity and unconscious bias. Leaders in diversity and • Employee resource groups. The inclusion should make it clear that enterprise’s employee resource groups your global environment experienced a growth rate of 76 percent promotes free speaking. in one year. It expanded to 10 different dimensions of diversity, added to 36 Encourage employees to speak existing chapters and launched 37 new out against biases. If necessary, groups. launch a culture change in which This new trend among top global comevery employee is involved. panies fostering innovation in the workplace encourages other global businesses to do the same. If you want to begin exploring the concept of cognitive diversity in the workplace, know that it focuses on diversity of thinkLesson 5: Recognize ing and is composed of four dimensions: the Connection Between • Perspectives. People represent situations Innovation and D&I in different ways. In the global workplace, it Perhaps the most significant lesson is that will help to have multiple perspectives when it diversity and inclusion spark innovation. In comes to representing a problem, as they will AIG’s 2014 corporate citizen report, for exam- see different possible solutions.
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The Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia believes that diversity and inclusion among our employees is critical to our success as an organization, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. The Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
SavaSeniorCare The SavaSeniorCare affiliated facilities believe that successful careers are built upon RESPECT, and positive resident and patient experiences begin with positive employee experiences. We realize our employees chose a career where taking care of others is their main goal. We believe that creating an environment where everyone knows his or her value and importance is key.
We focus on people.
Whether it's a thank you from a resident, a smile from a family member or a pat on the back from a fellow employee, your overall employee experience is important to us.
Their lives.
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Our residents.
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No person employed by or admitted to any of the company’s affiliated facilities shall on the grounds of race, color, religion, age, sex, natural origin, ancestry, or disability, be excluded from participation in, be denied benefits of, or otherwise be subject to discrimination in the provision of any care, service, or admission.
Brooke Glen Behavioral Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a corporate culture which promotes integrity as a fundamental basis for all decisions by its employees and those with whom the company deals. To find out about employee opportunities, please visit:
www.brookeglenhospital.com Brooke Glen Behavioral Hospital 7170 Lafayette Avenue • Fort Washington, PA 19034
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• Interpretations. Employees interpret situations, problems and other people in different ways, classifying them accordingly. Through diverse interpretations, teams can discover multiple resolutions. • Heuristics. People resolve issues in different ways, proving there are multiple ways to arrive at a conclusion. • Predictive models. To make predictions, some people analyze, and others look for a story. Both are useful to discovering workplace solutions. Cognitive diversity breeds high performance while completing complex tasks. Global workforces powered with diverse thinkers hold the ability to foster innovation. It is important to note that there are two possible roadblocks to this innovation: • Unconscious bias • A corporate culture that doesn’t promote sharing any and all opinions Unconscious bias is difficult to overcome, but there are steps you can take to overcome it in the global workplace: • Realize your tendencies and natural reactions to people different from you in some way. • Expand your support network and go to different people for advice. • Invite more people to make important decisions. World leader in quality-of-life services Sodexo is well known for its forward thinking and ability to recognize all work together to identify bias. The company was recognized with one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers awards for two years in a row. President of Sodexo Canada Barry Telford explained, “Diversity is not just about each group getting their moment. We must and make a commitment at all levels of the organization not to overlook our most talented and resilient team members.” Leaders in diversity and inclusion should reward employees who are not afraid to voice an unpopular opinion or suggest something different than what’s expected. Dr. Rohini Anand of Sodexo USA said, “Inclusive leadership starts with self-awareness, being introspective, knowing your blind spots and possessing the ability to listen and learn.” The ability to listen and learn can only be valuable if employees are encouraged to speak their minds, even when they are expressing an unpopular opinion or suggesting a new idea. Smart, successful global teams understand that differing opinions spark innovation — and that it is a crucial part of high performance. Without recognizing bias and considering different viewpoints, growth will likely be slow moving. David and Jason’s global manufacturing company would likely benefit from an amended corporate culture that promotes diverse thinkers and promotes recognizing unconscious bias. They would likely experience fewer workplace frustrations as employees are encouraged to voice their opinions and multiple solutions are considered. With so many considerations, it can be difficult to know where to start or where to focus your efforts. Learning to leverage global workplace diversity is far from simple, and learning to manage, maintain and measure your efforts will take time. Leaders in diversity and inclusion have taught us that it is an ongoing process, and it might require the help of an outside source — one that specializes in global diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Visit www.AperianGlobal.com for more information on putting diversity and inclusion into practice in your workplace.
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Oscar G. Johnson Veterans Affairs Medical Center is located in the Upper
Peninsula of Michigan. The organization provides primary care at the VA Medical Center in Iron Mountain, as well as at six outpatient clinics. At Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center, we strive to hire only the best! Working with and for America’s Veterans is a privilege, and we pride ourselves on the quality of care we provide. If you have what it takes, please consider applying for one of our available positions.
Human Resources Management Service Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center 325 East H Street • Iron Mountain, MI 49801 Phone: 906-774-3300 ext.32281/ext.32280
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MCH is a 25-bed Critical Access Hospital offering Medical, Surgical and Intensive Care; Obstetrics; Pediatrics; and Mental Health services. In addition, a wide variety of outpatient services are available, including Pulmonary, Cardiac and Physical Rehabilitation; 24-hour Emergency Care; a fully equipped laboratory; and an extensive Radiology department. At Monadnock our values are deeply rooted in the shared experience of community within Peterborough, NH and the surrounding towns. We are committed to providing excellence in health care. We invite you to learn more and to apply on-line:
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mch.recruiter@mchmail.org • www.monadnockhospital.org • An Equal Opportunity Employer
Children’s National is the leading provider of pediatric care in the Washington, DC, area. Our team of 6,000+ employees provide worldclass care in a warm and caring environment designed with kids in mind. Children’s National is a Magnet® designated hospital and is consistently ranked among the best pediatric hospitals in America by U.S. News and World Report.
Our employees are the heart and soul of our mission. One of our greatest assets is the diversity of our workforce, which adds to the richness of our culture. Teamwork, dedication, and professionalism are essential values and characteristics that make our employees unique. Visit www.childrensnational.org for career opportunities.
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Mt. San Antonio Gardens, fondly known as "The Gardens", is a nationally recognized Life Care community in southern California. With a pleasant work environment and attractive benefits, we offer a wide variety of opportunities in the following areas: • Dining Services • Life Enrichment • Facilities Maintenance • Nursing • Housekeeping • Personal Care
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www.msagardens.org 900 East Harrison Avenue Pomona, CA 91767 Mt. San Antonio Gardens is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Medela provides the most technologically advanced, superiorquality breastpumps and breastfeeding accessories to nursing mothers around the world. A longtime champion of breastfeeding, Medela is the only company to develop products based on research by the world’s leading lactation experts. As leaders in the industry for more than 30 years, the US team at Medela is passionate and dedicated to helping more moms provide breast milk to their baby. Medela employs about 800 people in the US, and more than 1,200 around the world, including clinicians, researchers, designers, engineers – and parents, too.
For more information visit our website at:
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Veteran Proud It is with a deep sense of pride and dignity that we proudly support and honor all of America’s sons and daughters that have served. We are an equal opportunity employer devoted to diversity, inclusion, and veterans succeeding in the workforce. Veterans and individuals with disabilities encouraged to apply. Billings Clinic is a community-owned, not-for-profit health care organization with more than 4,000 employees, including over 400 physicians and advanced practitioners offering more than 50 specialties. Our organization is the community’s largest employer and serves patients in Montana, Wyoming and the Western Dakotas. For more information, please visit billingsclinic.org/careers
The experiential designer works with the architect to come up with design elements in the space. Once we establish the design elements, we determine how the elements will look and function. Interview with Jill Ayers —
What is experiential design?
Experiential design is communicating through graphic design for the built environment, whether it’s the interior of a building or outside. It’s for the people in a space, to help them find their way; or it could be to delight the senses. It all points back to communicating information.
What do experiential designers do?
What we provide ranges from important educational or informational graphics to something that celebrates or enhances a brand. A project begins with architects and interior designers laying out the framework of the space. Then, experiential designers, who understand the flow of the foot traffic, determine opportunities where they can tell a story in that space. For example, people sometimes need help finding their way through a space and getting oriented—called “wayfinding.” The architect might suggest a location inside a building where he or she thinks the major foot traffic will be and might help determine where the design element will be. Then, experiential designers will be responsible for what the design element, such as a directional sign, will look like: the scale of it and, if it incorporates text, the colors and the typeface. All of that is informed by our research as it relates to the client.
Describe the design process, from idea to installation.
elements, we determine how the elements will look and function. Then, it’s on to the development phase. In development, experiential designers outline the plan and how the project will be built. Next, we estimate how much the project is going to cost, and the client decides whether to proceed based on pricing. From there, we see that the project gets built correctly by reviewing samples and shop drawings. And then we oversee the installation. Throughout this process, we’re collaborating with the client or architect—or with the landscape architect if the project is for a park. Experiential design is a highly collaborative field.
How do you get projects?
Getting involved in a project can happen in many ways. For example, we could be approached by a client with a problem, such as a need to orient staff or visitors through a space. Sometimes, we’re approached by an architect to work as a consultant. The designer may come on board as a specialist and deal with a specific need: to help users find their way, for example.
What sorts of projects do you work on?
My company generally focuses on interior spaces, which could include retail stores, corporate offices, or residential buildings. But experiential design can also be in places like a park or an airport.
Talk about some of the qualities The experiential designer works with the experiential designers need.
Creativity and a sense of discovery are architect to come up with design elements in the space. Once we establish the design essential. We may come up with solutions
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that are practical, but having an imagination, really pushing and playing with an idea, is important because there’s no limit to what we can envision. Also, you need communication skills because designers have to be able to articulate to someone on the team what we are doing and why we are doing it.
What’s your educational background?
I have a bachelor of fine arts degree, with a double major in industrial design and graphic design. I completed both tracks so that I’d have a working knowledge of industrial design with a focus on product design and I’d have a formal graphics education, too. In my case, when I graduated twenty some years ago, I was not aware of a program that specially trained you for experiential design. So I went to school for graphic and industrial design.
How did graphic design and industrial design lead to this career?
Toward the end of my college years, I was trying to figure out how to blend my interest in product design and ergonomics with communications and typography. For independent study, my professor suggested I do a signage and wayfinding study for the art school, where I was taking classes. He introduced me to environmental graphic design through a project. He said, “With your interest in architecture and materials and your love for typography and graphic design, this might be an interesting way for you to combine the two.” Out of college, I ended up getting a job in a company that is known for signage and wayfinding for cities, hospitals, and cultural institutions. And that’s how I got my start. It really piqued my interest in graphic design, architecture, and materials.
Do you have any advice for prospective experiential design students?
Because there aren’t a lot of experiential design programs, look into a school that has a graphic design program that allows you to take an independent study course. Or maybe there’s a particular class that focuses on experiential design. Even if there aren’t formal degree programs in experiential design, there are schools where you can get a graphic design or communications degree. You can take courses in learning how to put together a project and in learning how to take a company’s identity and bring that into a branded environment.
What do you like least about your job?
There are times when you have to go after the work. We are always looking for partners, which we have to put energy into, and then balance that task against delivering the product to clients we are currently working with. It’s a challenge. You can’t just sit back and twiddle your thumbs, because then the work runs out.
What do you like best?
It’s a pretty great field. We get to work with a wide range of clients. Sometimes, the projects have a really quick turnaround; other times, they take a year or more to do. And we get to help people, whether it’s just making their day more pleasant, informing them, or making sense of a space. It’s also really exciting to be creative and have your work out there. Our work has to have the ability to survive. So you can have something up for 3 or 4 or 20 years. That’s neat, because it’s woven into the architectural content. There’s something satisfying about that. Article provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Domingo Angeles is an economist in the Office of Occupational Statistics and Employment Projections, BLS.
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2749 Lockport Road • Niagara Falls, NY 14305
Sevenson Environmental Services, Inc. provides a comprehensive range of services for the cleanup of sites and facilities contaminated by hazardous materials. Sevenson is an equal opportunity employer. For current employment opportunities please visit us at www.sevenson.com. EOE MIN/FEM/VET/IWD The Agricultural Division of Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations, L.L.C. is located in Des Moines, Iowa, stands on almost 120 acres and has 1,200 teammates. Our company offers a competitive benefits package and many development opportunities for our teammates, including leadership training and technical training. To view current openings or to apply online visit www.bebridgestone.com. Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations, L.L.C. Agricultural Division 4600 N.W. 2nd Avenue | Des Moines, IA 50313 | EOE
Brooke Grove Foundation’s mission is to “Touch People’s Lives”® by providing excellent service, showing respect and radiating kindness. If you are interested in a rewarding job experience that will make a positive difference in the lives of others, we have a position for you! Our employment opportunities are listed on our website at: www.bgf.org Brooke Grove Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in admissions, employment, contracting with consultants or acceptance of volunteers on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, sexual orientation, or national origin. 18100 SLADE SCHOOL ROAD • SANDY SPRING, MARYLAND 20860
6339 Mill Street Rhinebeck, NY 12572
www.astorservices.org Astor Services for Children & Families is a community based, non-profit organization that provides children's mental health services, child welfare services, and early childhood development programs. Astor serves children and families in New York State's Mid-Hudson Valley region and the Bronx. Job opportunities are available in the following areas: early childhood, social work, psychology, education, nursing and more. Astor Services does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, or age in its programs, activities, or employment.
One Thousand Caregivers. One Job. Your Health. The Charlotte Hungerford Hospital is a 109-bed, general acute care hospital located in Torrington, Connecticut, that serves as a regional healthcare resource for 100,000 residents of Litchfield County and Northwest Connecticut. CHH offers personalized attention from an expert team of caregivers and physicians that utilize advanced technology and clinical partnerships in a convenient, safe and comfortable patient environment.
For a complete listing of all open positions, please visit:
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The Charlotte Hungerford Hospital (CHH) is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition, physical or mental disability in any of its employment practices.
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U.S. NAVAL RESEARCH LABORATORY advancing your career
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The U.S. Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) provides the advanced scientific capabilities required to bolster our country’s position of global naval leadership. Here, in an environment where the nation’s best scientists and engineers are inspired to pursue their passion, everyone is focused on research that yields immediate and long-range applications in the defense of the United States. NRL seeks seasoned professionals, as well as recent college graduates, in the areas of Chemistry; Computer Science; Materials Science; Meteorology; Oceanography; Physics; and Aerospace, Chemical, Computer, Electronics, Materials, and Mechanical Engineering.
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Apply TodAy NRL’s main site is located in Washington, DC, with remote sites located at the Stennis Space Center, MS, and Monterey, CA. Visit www.nrl.navy.mil/careers/ to view opportunities. U.S. NAVAL RESEARCH LABORATORY 4555 Overlook Ave., SW • Washington, DC 20375
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Persons with Disabilities: Find Your Fit Working in Our Federal Government
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a result of Executive relevant authorities, such as the Order 13548, the agency’s Selective Placement federal government coordinator. Procedures to is actively increasing efforts to request accommodation may be recruit and hire individuals with posted on an agency's website disabilities for all levels and or included in employee handoccupations. As an individubooks. al with a disability, you have WORKFORCE access to specific programs RECRUITMENT and hiring authorities that can PROGRAM FOR assist you in securing federal STUDENTS employment. The Workforce Recruitment SCHEDULE A Program (WRP) connects federHIRING AUTHORITY al employers nationwide to eliFOR PERSONS WITH gible students and recent graduDISABILITIES ates with disabilities. Managed Schedule A is a hiring authoriby the U.S. Department of ty that enables agencies to speed Labor's Office of Disability up the process of hiring individEmployment Policy (ODEP), uals with disabilities. Schedule this program provides numerA helps qualified individuals ous advantages to jobseekers with disabilities to secure jobs with disabilities. Contact your Once you find a job opportunity that you are eligible for that are matched to their skills school's disability services or and interested in, you should get your resume and references and abilities. By utilizing this career services coordinator to authority to fill a position, an in order and obtain proof of your disability before you apply. arrange an interview with a agency can opt out of using participating federal employer your resume and any other documents required the traditional—and sometimes or ask him or her to contact the lengthy—competitive hiring process. It is to in the job announcement. WRP Coordinator at wrp@dol.gov for more your advantage to ensure the hiring agency is information about the program. The WRP works DISCLOSURES BY PERSONS aware that you are eligible; however, Schedule directly with college coordinators and cannot WITH DISABILITIES A appointment does not guarantee employment. Disclosure, or sharing information about your respond to inquiries from individual students. disability with others, by law, is a personal Eligibility for Schedule A Article provided by www.gogovernment.org. Go Government is your one-stop shop for how to find and apply In order to receive a Schedule A appointment, decision that individuals must make for themfor federal government jobs. selves. An interviewer is prohibited you must: • Be qualified for the job you are applying to from asking you questions about your We provide a range of services to (have the necessary knowledge, skills and disability that are not relevant to meet adult and family needs in mental job responsibilities. An interviewer abilities to perform the required duties) health, substance abuse, vocational should ask questions about your qual• Demonstrate proof of disability training, education and restorative • Proof of disability can be satisfied with a ifications and how you can perform justice. We are committed to being the simple letter stating that you have a dis- the essential functions of the job. We are dedicated to the principles employer of choice. To that end, of equal employment opportunity in ability from your doctor, a licensed medical During a job interview , you should we offer a comprehensive benefits any term, condition, or privilege of employment. We do not discriminate professional, a licensed rehabilitation present yourself in a positive manner, program in order to attract and retain against applicants or employees on the basis of age, race, sex, color, professional, or any entity that issues or emphasizing your abilities and assets. the best employees. Learn more religion, national origin, disability, about us and open positions at: provides disability benefits. The letter does You are not required to talk about veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by www.aspenpointe.org your disability during an interview. not need to detail your medical history, or state or local law. your need for an accommodation. ACCOMMODATIONS Agencies are required to provide Applying with Schedule A reasonable accommodations to qualiAs an individual with a disability, you may apply online through USAJOBS.gov or an agen- fied applicants and employees with 6801 Airport Boulevard cy’s website. Once you find a job opportunity disabilities. Types of accommodaMobile, AL 36685 that you are eligible for and interested in, you tions include assistance during an should get your resume and references in order interview, modifications of position Providence Hospital is a full service, 349-bed and obtain proof of your disability before you responsibilities or work environment, medical/surgical facility. apply. In addition, you should reach out to opportunities to telework and other Providence Health System is committed to competitive wages the appropriate person within the agency for adjustments to ensure you enjoy all and benefits, a safe and supportive work environment, and nonassistance in applying, typically the agency’s benefits of employment. discriminatory practices. We invite you to join our team. Selective Placement or Disability Employment To receive accommodations at View and apply online for current open positions at coordinator. Finally, to ensure your application work or in the application process, www.providencehospital.org is considered under Schedule A, include your information about your disability Providence Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. Schedule A proof of disability letter along with must be disclosed and shared with the
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Milestone is a great place to work! We have caring and compassionate employees who are dedicated to helping extraordinary people live ordinary lives. If you are looking for a career in the behavioral health or intellectual & developmental disabilities field, you’ve come to the right place.
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712 South Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15221 412-243-3400
Why is Unity Health where you want to be? Because we are who you are…dedicated, stable, and loyal to our community. For job opportunities, please visit us online at: www.unity-health.org
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The employee work environment is fast-paced, challenging and offers opportunities for personal growth and career advancement. TBI employees are focused on the collective vision of providing quality products and services through innovation. For information regarding job openings at TBI, or to submit an application, please visit the Tosoh Jobs Portal online at: www.tosoh.iapplicants.com Learn more about us at: www.tosohbioscience.com 6000 Shoreline Court • Suite 101 • South San Francisco, CA 94080
VA Long Beach Healthcare System 5901 East 7th Street • Long Beach, CA 90822 The VA Long Beach Healthcare System is one of the most diversified tertiary health care providers in the VA. It is a teaching hospital, providing a full range of patient care services, with state-of-the-art technology as well as education and research. Whatever the job title, every position in VA will give you a chance to make a meaningful and personal contribution to the lives of truly special and deserving people - our Veterans. VA offers generous paid time off and a variety of predictable and flexible scheduling opportunities. For more information about us and our current vacancies, please visit: www.longbeach.va.gov EOE
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We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
Tosoh Bioscience, Inc. (TBI) provides highly sophisticated diagnostic systems to doctor’s offices, hospitals and reference laboratories.
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ne of the great things about the field of nursing is that there are so many career options available to experienced nurses. When you think of a nursing career, you probably picture busy professionals running around a hospital ward or helping patients in a medical clinic, but there is much more to nursing than that. Nurses work for insurance companies reviewing claims. They work in nursing homes helping patients maintain their independence while enhancing their safety. Nurses work in healthcare administration, making decisions that help hospitals and medical facilities be more effective and more cost-efficient. Nurses even work in education, giving the next generation of medical professionals the tools they need to succeed in an ever-changing world. No matter where you end up in your nursing career, chances are you will start in one of three places. There are three main ways to enter the field of nursing, including: • Aides - including nursing aides, attendants and orderlies • Licensed nurses - including licensed practical nurse (LPN) and licensed vocational nurse (LVN) • Registered nurse (RN) The wide variety of options available, and the equally wide variety of educational requirements and monetary commitments, makes nursing a particularly good field for the adult learner. While many people enter nursing school right out of high school, others take a more nuanced path. Some people start out as nursing aides at a local hospital or nursing home, working their way up and attending school in the evening. Others work jobs in other fields and attend nursing school in the evenings and on weekends. Still others save up money until they can go to nursing school full time. No matter which path you choose, a career in nursing can be very rewarding. While there is no one right path to a nursing career, many adults like to try the field out before they commit the time and money required to get that coveted RN credential. They might work as an orderly at the local hospital or a nursing aide at a medical clinic. Once they have decided that a career in health care is a good fit, they may go back to college and pursue an LPN or RN degree. They may work toward those goals on a part-time basis, even attending some classes online. In fact, the nursing field is amenable to distance learning, and many nursing aides and other medical professionals take advantage of this option. When hands-on labs are required, students can use the facilities of local hospitals and clinics to get the experience they need. Others may prefer the interaction of a live classroom. For those adult learners, a local nursing school is an excellent choice. Many communities with large hospitals offer nursing programs, and most universities have some sort of nursing curriculum available. If you are unsure how to get started, just talk to the nurses at your doctor's office or the staff at the local hospital. You will get a lot of opinions, and some excellent advice on how to pursue your own nursing career. Article provided by Constant-Content.com
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Top 6 Signs a Medical Career Is Right for You
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Mediacom Communications is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local law.
Mediacom has an immediate need for Direct Sales Representatives, Customer Sales & Service Representatives and Broadband Specialists. To view a complete listing of available vacancies, please visit our Career Center online: mediacomcable.com/careers 1533 S. Enterprise Avenue • Springfield, MO 65804
ave you been mulling over the possibility of pursuing a career in medicine? Luckily it’s never too late to pursue a new career. Before doing so, however, you need to consider several factors. Your finances, lifestyle, and family life are all important considerations. You also have to make sure that you’re suitable to a career in healthcare. Do you like science and helping people? Are you willing to spend a few months to a few years getting more education and training? Medicine is one of the most common fields that career changers pursue. This is primarily because such a wide variety of job roles exist in this industry. Among the most well known are obviously doctors and nurses. That’s just the tip of the iceberg though. You can also be a medical assistant, neurodiagnostic technologist, X-ray tech, EKG technician, surgical tech, dietitian, MRI tech, sonographer or embryologist, among others. Jobs in this field not only pay well (some fields can earn close to $100,000 annually), but employment is also set to grow in the coming years.
Berk-Tek, a Nexans Company is hiring! Employing team members for over 50 years, Berk-Tek has become one of America’s leading manufacturers of high speed data communications cable.
Apply online today for current job opportunities.
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To help you decide whether or not a healthcare career is right for you, we’ve created the list below. Here are the top 6 signs that you should consider a career in the medical field:
#1 You Enjoy Caring for Others
If you are empathetic and truly enjoy helping others, then you might be a good fit for a medical career. The majority of healthcare positions involve some form of patient care. Therefore this is an extremely important trait to have. As a healthcare professional, you have to be empathetic toward your patients. You should be able to let them know that you genuinely care for them and truly understand how they feel. Believe it or not, empathy is an essential tool for all healthcare professionals. The desire to help is a powerful motivation to pursue a medical career. People working in the healthcare field interact with patients who come from all walks of life, and this is on a daily basis. You should then be capable of dealing with various personalities and attitudes. Patience is a virtue in this field. You should also be able to demonstrate good communication skills. You may need to explain certain procedures and/or medical conditions to patients and their families. You should also be a good listener. Listening and understanding a patient’s problems and concerns are a necessity.
#2 You Want to Work With People
Since healthcare is very people oriented, you must feel comfortable not only helping patients but also working with others. Teamwork is a central component of all health-
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We are looking for high energy, dedicated employees to serve the students of Houston County Schools. For employment information or to apply online visit our website: www.hcbe.net 1100 Main Street — Perry, GA 31069 Houston County Schools stands in support of equality for and advancement of all people based on their qualifications and actions alone without regard to color, gender, age, religion, genetics, national origin or disability.
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care facilities. Regardless of which career you choose, other healthcare workers will be depending on you and you will be depending on others. You should then be capable of dealing with various personalities and attitudes. If you’re already a people person, this shouldn’t be a problem. Share your joy of communicating with others by putting yourself in a place where this skill can be most beneficial.
#3 You Have Nerves of Steel
Working in the medical field can often be stressful. Emergency situations are frequent, even outside the ER. The sight of people suffering from their illnesses is common, and you may even witness deaths. Emotional stability and excellent stress management skills are therefore necessary if you’re considering shifting from your current job to a career in medicine. You shouldn’t be the first to freak out. Healthcare professionals have to learn to remain calm and composed in tough situations.
Tucson’s largest and most diverse school district is now hiring talented and amazing teachers.
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NECC comprises dedicated individuals who serve in a number of capacities. We offer competitive salaries, outstanding benefits, and a career development program second to none. NECC employs more than 1,200 professionals, and we believe that workplace diversity is a valuable asset. Our firm commitment to diversity stems from our belief in the benefits of incorporating different backgrounds, perspectives, cultures, and life situations within our organization.
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We stand in support of equality for and advancement of all people based on their qualifications and actions alone without regard to color, gender, age, religion, national origin, or disability.
The New England Center for Children 33 Turnpike Rd. Southborough, MA 01772
You have to be interested in human anatomy. Most healthcare jobs include dealing with the human body in one way or another, whether you’re dealing with blood as a phlebotomist, scanning patients as an MRI tech, or keeping a practice running smoothly as a medical assistant.
#4 You’re Curious About How the Human Body Works Has science always been one of your interests? If yes, healthcare education and training will be right up your alley. In particular, you have to be interested in human anatomy. Most healthcare jobs include dealing with the human body in one way or another, whether you’re dealing with blood as a phlebotomist, scanning patients as an MRI tech, or keeping a practice running smoothly as a medical assistant. The experience is often exciting but it can sometimes be unpleasant. In any case, keep in mind that having a good understanding of how the body works is fundamental to every medical job.
#5 You Are Passionate About Learning Continuously Holy Redeemer’s holistic approach to healing is unique among healthcare providers. Caring for the total person goes beyond the act of delivering excellent medical care. It involves meeting the emotional, spiritual and social services needs of those we serve.
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If you enjoy reading, doing extensive research, memorizing tons of medical terms and peeping through microscopes, pursuing a medical career might be just for you. Just keep in mind, this is just when you’re beginning to take the medical career path. A career in the medical field requires continuous education though. The field of medicine is constantly changing. Just because you completed training or graduated from a medical school doesn’t mean you know everything. With new discoveries and technological advances, continuing education is the only way to stay current.
#6 You’re Motivated and You Work Hard
Imagine the repercussions if doctors and nurses were satisfied with mediocrity — it’s going to be a disaster. People’s lives are at stake! To be successful in the healthcare industry, you must be detailed-oriented, organized and committed to doing your best all the time. Internal motivation is key. Healthcare professionals pour out their energy, time and strength into their jobs. If you pursue a medical career, you will need to ready yourself for a demanding profession. Pursuing any new career requires a lot of hard work, so you should go in fully prepared. More importantly, though, make sure you are not pursuing a medical career for the wrong reasons. If you’re looking for some inspiration, check out these testimonials by successful healthcare professionals. Article provided by American Institute of Medical Sciences & Education. Visit www.aimseducation.edu.
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Mid-life Career Change – How To Ace That Job Interview by Elise Stevens
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to be a top quality international center of scholarship, teaching and research. This involves retaining and attracting outstanding faculty who are leaders in their fields, encouraging them to create programs that draw outstanding students, and providing an intellectually rich environment. NYU seeks to take academic and cultural advantage of its location and to embrace diversity among faculty, staff and students to ensure a wide range of perspectives, including international perspectives, in the educational experience.
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id-life jobseekers face even greater challenges than their younger counterparts when preparing for interviews. But with the right preparation, age doesn’t have to be a barrier of career success. Surviving and passing the job interview is an important part of any role/ career change. There is no doubt that older workers have to overcome a number of agerelated stereotypes to win the job. These may include: • Unable/unmotivated to keep up with changes in technology • More resistant to change • Less willing to continue skill development It’s important to address the questions asked during the interview. It is also important to ensure that your answers highlight how you keep pace with technology changes, embrace and champion change within the workplace, and how you are continuing to grow your skills. My 3 tips for mid-life career change interview success:
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1: R ecognise what skills and experience you have to offer
Your depth of life and professional experience gives you a great advantage. It’s easy to take your hard-earned skills and qualities for granted. You need to focus and tell yourself why YOU are the best person for the job. Believe in your abilities to do the job. If you don’t believe in yourself and your ability to successfully do the job, then it is unlikely that the interviewers will. Having a positive attitude and practicing self belief is critical to your own success. Having an attitude that you are not worthy of the role, will reflect in your body language, responses and engagement during the interview. Stand in front of mirror regularly and say your skills out loud. Tell yourself why you are perfect for the role. Get used to hearing these facts out loud and really believe in them. If the first time you’re hearing how great you are is during the interview, you may not sound as confident. Come up with a few affirmations and say these out loud to yourself regularly. For example: I am highly qualified for this role. I am a confident, independent woman who deserves great things. I believe in myself and can achieve anything that I set out to do. Think about your achievements. List all your major achievements in the workplace (and outside if relevant). For each achievement, identify: • What was achieved.
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• How you contributed to the achievement. • What you learned from the experience. • How this achievement has contributed to who you are today. Go in search of all public evidence of your success. Pull out your past references, news clippings, awards – anything that reminds you that you do have recognizable skills and experience to offer. Ask the people who know you. The older we get, the more likely we are to focus less on our traits that others value. Send out an email, put a call-out on social media, phone – whatever. You may be both surprised and reassured at the common strengths others appreciate in you.
2. Acknowledge what transferrable skills you have
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These days most employers are interested in the full range of skills you can bring to their workplace. Brainstorm all the different ways you have demonstrated: • Communication skills. • Embracing change and being a change leader. • How you have kept pace with technology. • How you have mentored people within a team. • ‘Getting things done’ skills. • Leadership skills. • Interpersonal, ‘getting on with others’ skills. You have more skills than you might think. Sit down, brainstorm and match these ‘soft’ skills against the criteria. Spending time understanding your transferrable skills will increase your self confidence and your ability to be successful at the interview.
Spending time understanding your transferrable skills will increase your self confidence and your ability to be successful at the interview. 3. Go into your interview fully prepared
The more prepared you feel, the easier it will be to respond confidently. Here are a few suggestions to help you feel prepared: Find out as much as you can about the job, the organization and who will be conducting the interview. Read through their website, including any media releases or annual reports. Check out their social media presence on Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn. Get a feel for the workplace culture and the role itself. Do you know anybody who has experience with the organization? Ask your own network, particularly any professional friends or associates. Use all the information you’ve gathered to brainstorm possible interview questions – and how you’d respond to them. You might like to use the following scaffold to help you plan and role-play interview questions with a friend: “I demonstrated _________ (skill), when I _________ (what you did: work or personal) and this resulted in _________ (the value of your achievement).” If you can afford it, invest in professional interview coaching. This service is a great way to refine your interview technique and to feel confident for an upcoming interview, and any interview-type situations in the future. Ultimately, the most important thing you can do to boost your confidence in a job interview is to believe in yourself. We all have valuable skills and life experience to offer. Prepare by doing some strategic background research, audit your skills and practice your interview responses. Take this approach and you’ll handle any job interview with confidence! Remember: you are fabulous, you are perfect for the role, you are highly skilled and experienced. Article written by Elise Stevens, founder of Age Defying Careers. Elise is a mentor, speaker, writer and podcaster who is passionate about empowering women in the workplace, and helping them to see how fabulous they truly are for success throughout their personal and professional life endeavours. Join Elise for an informal afternoon of much needed self care with like-minded women in the upcoming Brisbane workshop. In this fun, interactive session, we will celebrate your achievements and identify what makes you fabulous. It’s time to believe in yourself and see amazing change! Learn more + grab your ticket here.
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TAKING YOUR CAREER TO NEW HEIGHTS.
Pratt & Whitney is an equal employment opportunity, affirmative action employer dedicated to matching talent and technology. To see our current openings and to learn more about our benefits, connect with us at our Careers website. Learn more at https://jobs.pw.utc.com/
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The U.S. Secret Service is seeking qualified individuals with diverse skills and backgrounds who are interested in a challenging career with our federal law enforcement agency.
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