Jobs in Blythe Riverside County Ca Remote

ABOUT THE COLLEGE & THE ROLE

Palo Verde College (PVC) is a publicly supported two-year community college serving approximately 7,000 students annually through in-person, online, correspondence, and hybrid modalities. Located in Southeastern California, PVC is designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and is deeply committed to equity, access, and student success.

As part of this cluster hire, Palo Verde College seeks dedicated, equity-minded faculty to provide primary face-to-face instruction for incarcerated students at Ironwood State Prison (a level 2 facility). Additionally, faculty may also teach incarcerated learners across five additional CDCR sites through correspondence and Canvas-based instruction.

These positions are full-time, tenure-track faculty roles intentionally designed for the Incarcerated Education Program, reflecting PVC?s long-standing leadership in this space and its commitment to strengthening the Rising Scholars program, which PVC helped initiate and continues to proudly advance.

WHAT FACULTY CAN EXPECT

Faculty hired through this cluster will:

• Have a primary teaching assignment at Ironwood State Prison, delivering face-to-face instruction in a secure institutional setting.
• Teach additional CDCR sites statewide through correspondence and Canvas-based instruction, or main campus students, as program needs require.
• Work within CDCR protocols, including clearance requirements, safety procedures, restricted materials, and technology limitations.
• Participate in specialized onboarding, including CDCR clearance, institutional orientation, and Rising Scholars program support.
• Collaborate closely with Instruction, Rising Scholars staff, and CDCR partners to ensure instructional continuity and student success.

PVC is committed to transparency and preparation. Faculty selected for these roles will receive structured onboarding, training, and ongoing institutional support to help them succeed in this unique and rewarding teaching environment.

• Psychology
• Earth Science (with lab)
• Communication Studies

OUR COMMITMENT TO RISING SCHOLARS & EQUITY

Palo Verde College is deeply committed to expanding access to higher education for justice impacted students. Through the Rising Scholars framework, PVC works to ensure that incarcerated and formerly incarcerated students experience:

• High academic expectations paired with meaningful instructional support
• Culturally responsive and trauma-informed pedagogy
• Respect, dignity, and belief in their academic potential

Faculty in this cluster are expected to embrace the PVC values of equity-minded teaching practices, demonstrate cultural humility, and contribute to an educational environment that affirms students? lived experiences while maintaining academic rigor.

WHO SHOULD APPLY

This opportunity is best suited for faculty who:

• Are motivated by social justice, educational equity, and access
• Are prepared for the realities of teaching in a correctional setting
• Value transparency, structure, collaboration, and mission-driven work
• Believe in the transformative power of education for incarcerated learners
• Are committed to ongoing learning in culturally responsive pedagogy

NATURE OF THE POSITION

The instructor will teach classes within the approved discipline(s).  In addition, the instructor shall be responsible for creating, maintaining and updating curricula relevant to the assigned instructional area. Further, the instructor will participate in all appropriate faculty functions, including non-teaching assignments, office hours, and committee meetings. This position may require day, evening, weekend, correspondence and on-line assignments.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Provides instruction in all areas of the assigned discipline(s)
2. Develops college curricula and associated course materials.
3. Prepares, evaluates, and revises course outlines and syllabi.
4. Participates producing, assessing, and evaluating student learning outcomes.
5. Participates in student recruitment activities.
6. Maintains organized sets of course and student records.
7. Serves on appropriate college and faculty committees.
8. Maintains campus office and duty hours, submits grades and reports on or before deadlines, attends faculty meetings, and participates in student activities.
9. Performs other duties associated with full-time employment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. The instructor shall meet the minimum qualifications required for the discipline, consisting of: Master's in psychology; OR Bachelor's in psychology AND Master's in counseling, sociology, statistics, neuroscience or social work; OR the equivalent
2. Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, ethnic, racial, age, national origin, religious, gender, sexual orientation, disabilities, and socio-economic backgrounds.
3. Must be able to satisfy CDCR clearance requirements.

PLEASE NOTE: Generally, a Master's degree is a minimum requirement for academic areas of instruction.  Applicants who feel they meet the equivalent to the above-stated minimum qualifications must complete the Supplemental Questionnaire for Equivalency in order to be considered.  The Supplemental Questionnaire application must be submitted in conjunction with the applicant?s application.  When completing the application, be sure to explain in detail how your qualifications are equivalent to the required minimum qualifications. All course work must be from an accredited college or university.

To obtain the Supplemental Questionnaire application please contact:
 
Vicky Lujano
Human Resources Technician II

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Teaching experience, preferably at the community college level.
2. A firm commitment to the needs of students with diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds and levels of ability with multi-cultural teaching experience.
3. Additional academic preparation enabling instructor to teach in an additional discipline.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

1. The physical demands and work environment are typical of an instructional job in a classroom   and office environment.
2. The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, as listed above, with or without a reasonable accommodation.

CLASSIFICATION & SALARY

1. Full-time, tenure track academic position.  (177-day academic year)
2. Placement on the academic salary schedule will be determined by education and experience.
3. The college offers an attractive package of fringe benefits including medical, prescription, dental, vision and life insurance.

APPLICATION PROCESS
Our employment online application process is designed to assist the search committee in evaluating whether or not you possess the required knowledge and skills for the position for which you are applying. Job-related information from all applicants will be evaluated to identify those best qualified.  Only the best-qualified applicants will be selected for testing and further consideration.  Therefore, the online application must be completed to allow a comprehensive review and evaluation.  Failure to complete the online application (and supplemental material, when required) will constitute failure to comply with the selection process and the application will be rejected.
 

1. To guarantee consideration, a completed application and any other required material listed, must be submitted with the online application by the published closing date.
2. Applications are only accepted for positions currently open for recruitment.
3. Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee you an interview.
4. Current employees who are applying for a position should be aware that material from their personnel files will not be included as part of the application packet, and they should provide information on past and present employment in the same degree of detail as any other candidate.
5. Applicants wishing to apply for more than one position must submit a separate application and required materials for each position.
6. Legible photocopies of documents will only be accepted.
7. Travel costs related to the interview process will be borne solely by the candidate.
8. Please read the job announcement/description carefully to ensure your background and education meet the requirements of the position
9. The selection process may also include practical exercise (i.e., training demonstration and/or other written, technical manipulative, or simulation exercises), or skilled testing to evaluate candidates? qualifications.
10. Applicants with foreign transcripts must be evaluated by an Accredited United States Institution, please see the approved organizations listed in the following link: ?sfvrsn=bb4f6e6a_6  or the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services link: 

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Cover Letter

Resume

Diversity Statement

Copies of Transcripts (Must show all work completed and the conferral date of the degree. If hired original transcripts must be submitted)

Six References (3 Professional and 3 Personal)

Professional Licenses (If applicable)

LOCATION

Palo Verde College is located in the City of Blythe at one of the busiest entrance points to California.  The college is located in a desert oasis adjacent to the beautiful Colorado River and the Palo Verde Valley.  Blythe, and the fertile Palo Verde Valley, is primarily a farming and ranching area.   Boating, fishing and hunting attract many tourists.  The Palo Verde Valley is centrally located between Phoenix and Los Angeles, Las Vegas and the Mexican border.  The valley?s great climate, with more than 350 days of sunshine and mild winters, attracts thousands of winter visitors every year.

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ABOUT THE COLLEGE 

Palo Verde College is a publicly supported2-year college located in the beautiful Southeastern California desert.  Yearly enrollment is approximately 7,000 students (full and part-time).

Palo Verde Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing an educational environment which affirms and supports diversity in its faculty, staff, and administration, and promoting an environment of inclusion. At Palo Verde College, we value every team member?s contribution in achieving the mission of providing excellent educational programs and services that contribute to the success of our students and the vitality of the community we serve. We are looking for individuals who enjoy working collaboratively in an environment of diversity, culture, thinking, and learning.  

Palo Verde College is designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and proudly offers many programs to serve and support our diverse student body. College faculty are expected to be willing to utilize different learning and teaching methods appropriate to the students they serve. Palo Verde College expands access to higher education and learning opportunities by providing education via  in person, online,  correspondence education, hybrid classes, and interactive television (ITV) modalities. Further information on the College's distance education programs can be found in the College Catalog. In addition, Palo Verde College is committed to serving students who have been impacted by the criminal justice system through education. Resources for teaching classes for incarcerated or formerly incarcerated students are available through the Rising Scholar Network.

LOCATION

Palo Verde College is located in the City of Blythe at one of the busiest entrance points to California.  The college is located in a desert oasis adjacent to the beautiful Colorado River and the Palo Verde Valley.  Blythe, and the fertile Palo Verde Valley, is primarily a farming and ranching area.   Boating, fishing and hunting attract many tourists.  The Palo Verde Valley is centrally located between Phoenix and Los Angeles, Las Vegas and the Mexican border.  The valley?s great climate, with more than 350 days of sunshine and mild winters, attracts thousands of winter visitors every year.

NATURE OF THE POSITION

Under the direction of the Vice President of Instruction and Student Services or a Designee, the Curriculum and Catalog Specialist performs a variety of specialized work related to the operations and functions of the District?s curriculum services and the development and publishing of the college catalog.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Coordinate the District curriculum process. Maintain the accuracy and integrity of the District curriculum records of instructional programs and course documents. 
2. Maintain and update records related to District curriculum files and related data according to established procedures. Assist faculty with course and program codes, and provide divisions with listings of course and program data for review purposes.  Serve as liaison to the Chancellor?s Office for curriculum matters.
3. Coordinate with Admissions and Records and Articulation to ensure course and program data integrity.
4. Serve as liaison and technical resource to the Curriculum Committee; assist in the preparation of the agenda and materials; develop and recommend timelines; update curriculum and academic program websites; attend meetings and take minutes.  Submit curriculum changes to the District governing board for approval.
5. Review and edit curriculum documents and course outlines as appropriate; review new and modified programs of study and make recommendations as necessary; assure compliance of District Board policies and Title V regulations; train and assist faculty and staff in completing on-line course outline forms.  Train and support faculty in use of curriculum management system.
6. Assist administrators, faculty, and others with research of course and program data, State and local rules, and regulations and policies as directed.  
7. Plan, organize and coordinate the preparation of the college catalog; establish and meet timelines; maintain currency of information in the catalog.   Serve as editor for the college catalog.
8. Provide updates on Title V regulations to divisions, administrators, faculty, and staff; compare and contrast changes to Title V regulations and make appropriate adjustments to materials and other resources as required. Maintain files of District Course Outlines of Record: provide copies to students, faculty, and staff as requested. 
9. Provide technical assistance to faculty and staff for programs including student learning outcomes and program review.
10. Prepare various reports as required by state agencies, administrators, faculty, and others regarding courses and classes offered by the District.
11. Assist Instructional Services Manager in the development and maintenance of class schedule; serve as primary backup for this responsibility.
12. Serve on committees as assigned.  Attend regional meetings and other workshops related to curriculum and articulation.
13. Perform related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS 

1. Associate?s Degree from an accredited institution. 
2. Knowledge of and proficiency in the utilization of standard office productivity software programs (e.g., MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), personal computers, and the internet.
3. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
4. Type at 50 wpm.
5. Passage of the College's clerical skills tests.
6. Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, social, economic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Bachelor?s degree from an accredited institution. 
2. Two years working with information systems used to support curricular functions and instructional programs.
3. Knowledge of California Education Code, Title V and Chancellor?s Office procedures.
4. Knowledge of the Chancellor?s Office Curriculum Inventory system, the Program and Course Approval Handbook, Title V Regulations and related District policies and procedures. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

1. The physical demands and work environment are typical of an administrative job in an office environment. 
2. The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without a reasonable accommodation.

CLASSIFICATION/SALARY

1. This is a 12-month full time classified position.  May include evening and weekend duty.

1. Row 13 on the classified salary schedule.
2. The college offers an attractive package of fringe benefits including medical, prescription, dental, vision and life insurance as accorded per CSEA agreement.

APPLICATION PROCESS
Our employment online application process is designed to assist the search committee in evaluating whether or not you possess the required knowledge and skills for the position for which you are applying. Job-related information from all applicants will be evaluated to identify those best qualified.  Only the best-qualified applicants will be selected for testing and further consideration.  Therefore, the online application must be completed to allow a comprehensive review and evaluation.  Failure to complete the online application (and supplemental material, when required) will constitute failure to comply with the selection process and the application will be rejected.

1. To guarantee consideration, a completed application and any other required material listed, must be submitted with the online application by the published closing date.
2. Applications are only accepted for positions currently open for recruitment.
3. Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee you an interview.
4. Current employees who are applying for a position should be aware that material from their personnel files will not be included as part of the application packet, and they should provide information on past and present employment in the same degree of detail as any other candidate.
5. Applicants wishing to apply for more than one position must submit a separate application and required materials for each position.
6. Legible photocopies of documents will only be accepted.
7. Travel costs related to the interview process will be borne solely by the candidate.
8. Please read the job announcement/description carefully to ensure your background and education meet the requirements of the position
9. The selection process may also include practical exercise (i.e., training demonstration and/or other written, technical manipulative, or simulation exercises), or skilled testing to evaluate candidates? qualifications.
10. Applicants with foreign transcripts must be evaluated by an Accredited United States Institution, please see the approved organizations listed in the following link: ?sfvrsn=bb4f6e6a_6  or the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services link: 

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Cover Letter

Resume

Diversity Statement

Copies of Transcripts (Must show all work completed and the conferral date of the degree. If hired original transcripts must be submitted)

Six References (3 Professional and 3 Personal)

Professional Licenses (If applicable)

Recommended: Typing Certificate

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ABOUT THE COLLEGE 

Palo Verde College is a publicly supported 2-year college located in the beautiful Southeastern California desert. Yearly enrollment is approximately 7,000 students (full and part-time).

Palo Verde Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing an educational environment which affirms and supports diversity in its faculty, staff, and administration, and promoting an environment of inclusion. At Palo Verde College, we value every team member?s contribution in achieving the mission of providing excellent educational programs and services that contribute to the success of our students and the vitality of the community we serve. We are looking for individuals who enjoy working collaboratively in an environment of diversity, culture, thinking, and learning.  

Palo Verde College is designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and proudly offers many programs to serve and support our diverse student body. College faculty are expected to be willing to utilize different learning and teaching methods appropriate to the students they serve. Palo Verde College expands access to higher education and learning opportunities by providing education via  in person, online,  correspondence education, hybrid classes, and interactive television (ITV) modalities. Further information on the College's distance education programs can be found in the College Catalog. In addition, Palo Verde College is committed to serving students who have been impacted by the criminal justice system through education. Resources for teaching classes for incarcerated or formerly incarcerated students are available through the Rising Scholar Network.

LOCATION

Palo Verde College is located in the City of Blythe at one of the busiest entrance points to California. The college is located in a desert oasis adjacent to the beautiful Colorado River and the Palo Verde Valley.  Blythe, and the fertile Palo Verde Valley, is primarily a farming and ranching area. Boating, fishing and hunting attract many tourists.  The Palo Verde Valley is centrally located between Phoenix and Los Angeles, Las Vegas and the Mexican border. The valley?s great climate, with more than 350 days of sunshine and mild winters, attracts thousands of winter visitors every year.

Under the supervision of the Director of Marketing and Advancement Services, or designee, the Advancement Services Specialist provides creative, logistical, and technical support for marketing campaigns, fundraising activities, donor relations, graphic design, event coordination, and scholarship programming. The Advancement Services Specialist provides specialized support in promoting the College and the PVC Foundation?s mission, advancing equity and inclusion, and enhancing institutional visibility through creative content development, data integrity, and community engagement.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Develops and supports inclusive marketing and fundraising efforts that celebrate student diversity, promotes access to scholarships, and build authentic engagement with donors, alumni, and the broader community, 
2. Provides logistical and creative support for advancement efforts such as fundraising, annual giving, alumni engagement, grant support, and planned giving communications. 
3. Responsible for logging gifts, preparing donor receipts and acknowledgment letters, validating submitted donor records, creating pledges, and reminders.
4. Assists with annual solicitations and tracking of scholarship renewals; communicates scholarship deadlines, criteria, and award information clearly to students, families, and campus partners; coordinates and tracks scholarship applications and awards.
5. Coordinates Foundation presence at annual ceremonies; serves as a liaison with the PVC Foundation; assists in the preparation of agenda items for the Foundation Board of Directors meetings; attends Foundation meetings and serves as official recorder.
6. Creates and implement innovative marketing strategies that resonate with the college?s core vision, mission and values; conceptualizes and creates original and innovative components of design projects; design marketing materials and visual content using graphic design tools. 
7. Assists in providing technical information concerning the college?s brand identity and conducting publication reviews for spelling, grammar and appropriate application of graphic elements; supports the development and implementation of branding strategies and templates for district wide marketing.
8. Designs trademarks, logos, and illustrations; advises stakeholders regarding the application and use of graphics and exhibits.
9. Coordinates with other departments for timely updates to the District?s College Foundation, scholarship, and alumni website; assists in editing District wide content for accuracy and brand consistency.
10. Maintains department files, forms, and records; proofreads, edits, provides feedback, content and creative direction for material including college publications, special event marketing, photos, videos, and branding guides. 
11. Provides information to students, staff, faculty, donors, external constituencies, alumni, other public and regulatory agencies, community groups, the business community, and the general public.
12. Provides graphic design assistance to other departments as requested by the assigned administrator.
13. Coordinates the development of videos, testimonials, and stories that highlight student success,
14. Responsible for the District?s social media accounts; researches industry trends and pitches new content ideas; assists with monitoring campaign performance and tracking essential metrics. 
15. Supports crisis communication efforts.
16. Assists in taking photographs for district activities and events.
17. Assists in coordinating and supporting annual Foundation financial audit; provides lists of requested transactions, report back-ups and balance queries.
18. Handles confidential and sensitive issues with discretion.
19. Proofreads and verifies Foundation, scholarships, and budgetary data from all sources, including content for solicitations, marketing, and web materials.
20. Conducts thorough market research to identify trends, opportunities, and target audiences; processes and prepares a variety of documents, materials, and records according to established procedures and practices.
21. Responsible for district mascot program, including recruiting and training student performers, scheduling appearances, and maintaining costume.
22. Coordinates related special projects as assigned.
23. Reviews budget and projections with assigned administrator; processes marketing and advancement-related purchase requests; monitors and maintains inventory of office supplies, promotional items and advancement materials.
24. Attends meeting and trainings workshops as required; presents at orientations, workshops, and meetings. 
25. Represents the college and programs at regional and statewide meetings, workshops, and professional development activities
26. Exhibits an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to support an inclusive learning environment.  
27. Demonstrates a strong commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility principles in all aspects of job performance; actively promotes and creates a welcoming and inclusive environment. 
28. Participates in professional development activities, and other related committees or workgroups.
29. Performs other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

1. Principles and practices of fundraising, donor stewardship, and scholarship management.
2. Marketing principles, techniques, and best practices in higher education.
3. Graphic design principles and software tools.
4. Social media platforms and digital content strategies.
5. Website content management systems
6. Office productivity software (MS Office Suite: Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
7. Marketing and branding best practices in higher education.
8. Web and social media content creation and management.
9. Communication strategies for diverse and multilingual communities.
10. Database management and CRM systems.
11. Scholarship programs and financial aid processes.
12. Event planning and logistics coordination.

1. Understand District organization, operations, policies, and objectives
2. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with diverse audiences
3. Manage multiple projects and deadlines with attention to detail.
4. Work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
5. Exercise discretion in handling sensitive and confidential information.
6. Provide excellent customer service to internal and external stakeholders.
7. Represent the District positively in community and donor-facing settings.
8. Create inclusive, visually engaging marketing material
9. Interpret and apply college policies, procedures, and regulations.
10. Support and promote the mission of the College and Foundation through culturally responsive practices.
11. Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
12. Operate modern office equipment including specialized software applications.

1. Associate?s Degree from an accredited institution or the equivalent.
2. Two (2) years related work experience in fundraising, marketing, communications, graphic design or related field. 
3. Type at 40 wpm.
4. Passage of the District?s clerical skills test.
5. Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, ethnic, racial, age, national origin, religious, gender, sexual orientation, socio-economic, disabilities, and cultural backgrounds of community college students.

SUBSTITUTION POLICY 

Substitutions for meeting the minimum qualifications are allowed for this job posting. Substitutions are allowed for education and professional experience.  Substitutions will be processed as follows:
Education:

1. 24 semester units equates to one (1) year of college level course work; OR
   • One (1) year of professional experience
2. 48 semester units equates to two (2) years of college level course work; OR
   • An Associate?s degree; OR
   • Two (2) years of professional experience
3. 96 semester units equates to four (4) years of college level course work; OR
   • A Bachelor?s degree; OR
   • Four (4) years of professional experience

Professional Experience:

1. One (1) year of professional experience equates to 24 semester units of college level course work
2. Two (2) years of professional experience equates to 48 semester units of college level course work; OR
   • An Associate?s degree
3. Four (4) years of professional experience equates to 96 semester units of college level course work; OR
   • A Bachelor?s degree

1. Bachelor?s Degree from an accredited institution.
2. Experience in community development and grant management.
3. Demonstrated experience with Adobe Creative Cloud Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), Canva, and other tools used for professional marketing and graphic design.

1. The physical demands and work environment are typical of an administrative job in an onsite, remote, or hybrid office environment.
2. The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or with out a reasonable accommodation.
3. This position may conduct routine visits to all service locations, including California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) facilities, local high schools, and PVC?s Needles Center and Child Development Center.

1. This is a 12-month full time classified position. May include evening and weekend duty.
2. Row 13 on the classified salary schedule.
3. The District offers an attractive package of fringe benefits including medical, prescription,dental, vision and life insurance as accorded per CSEA agreement.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Our employment online application process is designed to assist the search committee in evaluating whether or not you possess the required knowledge and skills for the position for which you are applying. Job-related information from all applicants will be evaluated to identify those best qualified.  Only the best-qualified applicants will be selected for testing and further consideration.  Therefore, the online application must be completed to allow a comprehensive review and evaluation.  Failure to complete the online application (and supplemental material, when required) will constitute failure to comply with the selection process and the application will be rejected.

1. To guarantee consideration, a completed application and any other required material listed, must be submitted with the online application by the published closing date.
2. Applications are only accepted for positions currently open for recruitment.
3. Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee you an interview.
4. Current employees who are applying for a position should be aware that material from their personnel files will not be included as part of the application packet, and they should provide information on past and present employment in the same degree of detail as any other candidate.
5. Applicants wishing to apply for more than one position must submit a separate application and required materials for each position.
6. Legible photocopies of documents will only be accepted.
7. Travel costs related to the interview process will be borne solely by the candidate.
8. Please read the job announcement/description carefully to ensure your background and education meet the requirements of the position
9. The selection process may also include practical exercise (i.e., training demonstration and/or other written, technical manipulative, or simulation exercises), or skilled testing to evaluate candidates? qualifications.
10. Applicants with foreign transcripts must be evaluated by an Accredited United States Institution, please see the approved organizations listed in the following link: ?sfvrsn=bb4f6e6a_6  or the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services link: 

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Cover Letter

Resume

Diversity Statement

Copies of Transcripts (Must show all work completed and the conferral date of the degree. If hired original transcripts must be submitted)

Six References (3 Professional and 3 Personal)

Professional Licenses (If applicable)

Recommended: Typing Certificate

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Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) NEW RECRUITMENT INCENTIVES! U.S.

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) offers those interested in a career in law enforcement an exceptional opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission of protecting America.

You will be part of the Department of Homeland Security workforce, protecting American interests and securing our nation.

If you are looking for a rewarding career with great pay, benefits, and job stability, now is the time to make your move.

DON'T FORGET TO CHECK OUT THE INCENTIVES – SEE SALARY SECTION BELOW As a Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) , you will be part of our 60,000 workforce that strives to protect the American people by safeguarding our borders, deterring illicit activity, and enhancing the nation's economic prosperity.

Being a CBPO makes you a valuable member of the Federal Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) profession.

Typical assignments include: Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.

Facilitating the flow of legitimate trade and travel.

Conducting inspections of individuals and conveyances.

Determining the admissibility of individuals for entry into the United States.

Preventing the illegal entry of individuals and prohibited goods and the smuggling of illegal drugs and other contraband.

Duty Locations – Incentives available for some locations You will be asked to provide your preference for one of the following mission-critical locations: Anchorage, AK; Douglas, Lukeville, Nogales and San Luis, AZ; Calexico, Otay Mesa, San Francisco, San Ysidro, and Tecate, CA; Washington, D.C.; Key West, Miami, and Orlando FL; Honolulu, HI; Chicago, IL; Calais, Eastport, Houlton, Jackman, Madawaska, Van Buren, and Vanceboro, ME; Detroit, Port Huron, and Sault Ste Marie, MI; Grand Portage and International Falls, MN; Raymond, Roosville, Sweetgrass, and Wild Horse, MT; Columbus and Santa Teresa, NM; Alexandria Bay, Champlain, Massena, Trout River, and Buffalo NY; Dunseith, Pembina, and Portal, ND; Brownsville, Dallas, Del Rio, El Paso, Hidalgo, Laredo, Presidio, Progreso and Houston, TX; Beecher Falls, Derby Line, Highgate Springs, Norton, and Richford, VT; Blaine, Oroville, and Sumas, WA.

The preference locations listed above are expected to have vacancies available in the future, however, if the duty locations do not have vacancies at the time of your final offer, you may be offered a duty location in another geographic location within the United States.

Locations offered are based on operational and mission requirements and critical agency hiring needs for entry-level CBPOs as determined by the CBP Office of Field Operations (OFO).

Salary – and Duty Location Recruitment Incentives – and Benefits Recruitment Incentive Newly appointed Customs and Border Protection Officers (as defined in 5 CFR 575.102 ) will be offered up to a $15,000 incentive per year, for a three-year service contract, in the following locations: Arizona: Douglas, Lukeville, Nogales, San Luis California: Calexico Hawaii: Honolulu Maine: Calais, Eastport, Houlton, Jackman, Madawaska, Van Buren, Vanceboro Michigan: Detroit, Port Huron, Sault Sainte Marie Minnesota: Grand Portage, International Falls Montana: Raymond, Sweetgrass New York: Alexandria Bay, Champlain, Massena, Trout River North Dakota: Dunseith, Portal Vermont: Beecher Falls, Derby Line, Highgate Springs, Norton, Richford Washington: Blaine, Oroville Recruitment Incentive Newly appointed Customs and Border Protection Officers (as defined in 5 CFR 575.102 ) will be offered up to a $15,000 incentive per year, for a four-year service contract, in the following locations: California: Otay Mesa, San Francisco, San Ysidro, Tecate Florida: Key West North Dakota: Pembina Annual Base Salary for newly appointed CBPOs varies as follows: GS-5 and GS-7 $40,332
- $109,952 per year Locality pay varies by duty location.

Note: A fully trained CBPO is eligible for up to $45,000 in overtime pay in addition to the starting salary.

Grade level eligibility and salaries vary depending upon background, including experience and education, and duty location of the opportunity.

This is a career ladder position with a grade level progression of GS-5, GS-7, GS-9, GS-11, and GS-12.

You will be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level (without re-applying) once you successfully complete 52 weeks in each grade level.

Promotions are at the discretion of the agency.

Officers are eligible to select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health, dental and other insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan akin to a traditional and ROTH 401(k) offering.

Qualifications: You qualify for the GS-5 grade level if you possess one of the following: Experience: A minimum of three (3) years full-time general work experience that demonstrates the ability to meet and deal with people and the ability to learn and be able to apply a body of facts; OR Education Substitution: A bachelor's degree or successful completion of a full four (4)-year course of study in any field leading to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; OR Combination of Experience and Education: A combination of successfully completed college education AND general work experience.

This will be calculated using your resume and official or unofficial college transcripts submitted with your application.

You qualify for the GS-7 grade level if you possess one of the following: Experience: A minimum of one (1) year of specialized full-time work experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level that includes: Performing physical inspections of people, documents or goods for criminal activity, fraud, and/or illegal operations.

Utilizing observational techniques, evaluating facts, and reviewing documentation while applying Federal, State, or local laws and regulations.

Making determinations in compliance with laws and regulations that may lead to arrests, seizure of property, fines, and/or penalties based on findings.

OR for the GS-7 grade level: Education Substitution: A bachelor's degree with Superior Academic Achievement based on (1) class standing, (2) grade-point average (3.0 or higher), or (3) honor society membership; OR one (1) full year of graduate-level education.

This education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work; OR Combination of Experience and Education: A combination of specialized work experience equivalent to the next lower grade level AND graduate level education from an accredited college or university.

This will be calculated using your resume and official or unofficial transcripts submitted with your application.

If you have previous or current law enforcement or military law enforcement experience , you may qualify at the GS-9 grade level.

See the GS-9 Job Opportunity Announcement (JOAs) at USAJOBS, the federal government's official employment site to determine if you qualify.

Other Requirements: Citizenship : You must be a U.S.

Citizen to apply for this position.

Residency : You must have had primary U.S.

residency (includes protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three (3) of the last five (5) years.

Age Restriction : In accordance with Public Law 100-238, this position is covered under law enforcement retirement provisions.

Candidates must be referred for selection to the Customs and Border Protection Officer position before reaching their 40th birthday in accordance with Department of Homeland Security Directive 251-03.

The age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving or have previously served in a federal civilian law enforcement (non-military) position covered by Title 5 U.S.C.

8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C.

8412(d).

Veterans' Preference : You may also be eligible for an excepted service Veterans Recruitment Appointment (VRA).

The age restriction does not apply if you are Veterans' Preference eligible.

Formal Training : You will be required to complete a paid pre-academy orientation for approximately two (2) weeks at your home port.

You will then attend a 101-day training program – CBP Field Operations Academy – conducted at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) located in Glynco, GA.

This training consists of basic law enforcement skills, immigration laws, firearms training, examination of cargo/bags/merchandise, physical fitness, etc.

Candidates assigned to the southern border, Miami, or Puerto Rico duty locations must attend and pass an online Spanish training program, which will be completed at their home port.

Successful completion of the Academy is required for this position .

How to Apply: Click the Apply button on this site.

You will be linked to the CBP Talent Network page.

For Position of Interest , select Customs and Border Protection Officer.

You'll then receive a link(s) to the CBPO JOA(s) on USAJOBS to complete your application.

Be certain to review ALL details of the job opportunity announcement and follow all instructions in the application process, including items (resume, transcripts, etc.) to submit.

You will be evaluated based on your resume, supporting documents, and the CBPO Entrance Exam.

As a subscriber to the CBP Talent Network, you'll receive monthly emails with information about webinars, career expos, and future opportunities with OFO and CBP.

¿Por qué entregar con DoorDash?

DoorDash es el líder número uno de la categoría en entregas de comida, retiro de comida y entregas de tiendas de conveniencia en EE. UU., con la confianza de millones de clientes todos los días. Como Dasher, tendrás múltiples oportunidades de ganancias y podrás trabajar cuando te convenga. Ya sea que busques un trabajo adicional o a tiempo completo, entregar con DoorDash te brinda la oportunidad de ganar dinero extra bajo tus propios términos.

• Varias formas de ganar:ya sea que entregues comidas, comestibles u órdenes minoristas, DoorDash ofrece diversas oportunidades de ganancias para que maximices tu tiempo.
• Flexibilidad total:haz dashes cuando te convenga. Establece tus propios horarios y trabaja tanto o tan poco como quieras.
• Sabes cuánto ganarás:un modelo de pago claro y conciso te permite conocer el monto mínimo que ganarás antes de aceptar cualquier oferta.
• Flujo de dinero instantáneo:recibe el pago el mismo día que haces un dash con DoorDash Crimson*, sin tarifas de depósito ni esperas.
• Comienzo rápido y sencillo:regístrate en minutos y sal a hacer dashes rápidamente.**
• Proceso simple:solo recoge, entrega y cobra. Ten tu día de pago siempre en el bolsillo.

Requisitos básicos

• Mayor de 18 años*** (mayor de 21 para las entregas de alcohol)
• Cualquier auto, ciclomotor o bicicleta (en algunas ciudades)
• Número de licencia de conducir
• Número del seguro social (solo en EE. UU.)
• Acceso consistente a un teléfono inteligente

Cómo registrarse

• Haz clic en “Registrarse y postularse ahora” y completa el proceso de registro.
• Descarga la aplicación Dasher de DoorDash y comienza a hacer dashes.

*Sujeto a los requisitos de elegibilidad y a una verificación de identidad exitosa. La cuenta de depósito DoorDash Crimson es establecida por Starion Bank, miembro de la FDIC. La tarjeta de débito Visa® DoorDash Crimson es emitida por Starion Bank.

**Sujeto a elegibilidad.

***Debes ser mayor de 19 años en Arizona, California, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Kentucky, Montana, Nueva Jersey, Nuevo Mexico, Texas, Utah y Virginia del Oeste.

Información adicional

Hacer dashes con DoorDash es una gran oportunidad de obtener ganancias para cualquier persona que busque un trabajo de entregas a medio tiempo, estacional, flexible, los fines de semana, después de la escuela, temporario o estable. Entrega con DoorDash y gana dinero extra mientras te conviertes en tu propio jefe. Haz dashes cuando más te convenga. Regístrate hoy.

Life Insurance Signature / Authority Limits

$5M Signature / $7.5M Authority

• PLEASE NOTE: ONLY APPLICANTS WITH INDIVIDUAL LIFE UNDERWRITING EXPERIENCE WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE.

  PLEASE NOTE: ONLY APPLICANTS WITH INDIVIDUAL LIFE UNDERWRITING EXPERIENCE WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE.

Job Summary

Builds relationships with Financial Advisors and internal partners. Develops the skills necessary to successfully underwrite Life, Disability, and/or Long-term Care insurance policies in an inclusive and fast-paced environment ensuring all quality, service and production goals are met.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Field & Client Experience.
• ​Responsible for credible and effective relations and communication with field and customer to include responding to case appeals/inquiries and assists with placing business.
• Provides guidance and assistance to the Northwestern Mutual Financial Network and Financial Representatives regarding case underwriting and risk appraisal.
• Responsible for prescreen inquiries.

Underwriting

• Responsible for the analysis and appraisal of a broad range of insurance applications; approves, classifies, or declines applications for various ages and policy amounts with occasional guidance, as needed.​
• Uses advanced UW knowledge and expertise to provide the appropriate level of underwriting skill and mentoring to UWs​.
• Uses advanced skills to review applications and adheres to underwriting standards.​
• Solves complex problems and escalations.
• Advanced level of experience with NM product types and changes
• Models change agility while maintaining mortality and morbidity expectations.
• Demonstrates continuous learning through the early adoption of new ways of underwriting.
• Proficient with Reinsurance programs and able to determine where to best place a case.
• Underwrites applications, maintaining industry-leading mortality and morbidity giving the best possible offer that can be made.
• Provides active case and requirement management and provides customized service with guidance.
• Demonstrates advanced ability to communicate & negotiate with Field Partners to explain modified or declined decisions & assist in policy placement.
• Provides advanced financial, medical, and lay underwriting assessments and offers innovative solutions to keep Northwestern Mutual as the choice of our customers.
• Actively utilizes the most effective means to obtain the necessary information, including Internet searches, direct contact with the insured, and communication with third party advisors (Accountants, Attorneys, etc.)
• Collaborates with medical directors and technical staff.
• Responsible for adherence to procedures and regulatory processes​.
• Understands and meets all quality, service, and production goals​.
• Partners with Underwriting Support for case management.
• Cross-Functional leadership.
• Subject matter expert in product process w/collaboration w/functional partners and participates in projects and department initiatives.
• Collaborates and designs P3 curriculum with L&D/Tech Team​.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree preferred or demonstrated consistent success in prior Underwriting role as evidence by satisfactory case management and quality review.
• Minimum of 5 years of underwriting experience.
• Analytical skills with an established record to make independent decisions on complex cases and apply sound judgment in the application of rules.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to handle confidential information, exercise tact, diplomacy, and resourcefulness.
• Proficient in computer skills and using various software packages.
• Ability to work accurately while maintaining speed and flexibility in a team and independent production environment.
• A high degree of organization and the ability to establish priorities and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated strong leadership skills and a high degree of self-motivation and initiative to lead projects or committees.
• Displays agility to manage multiple tasks​ and adapt in a changing work environment.

#LI-Remote or LI-Hybrid

Compensation Range:

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Geographic Specific Pay Structure:

Structure 110:

Structure 115:

We believe in fairness and transparency. It’s why we share the salary range for most of our roles. However, final salaries are based on a number of factors, including the skills and experience of the candidate; the current market; location of the candidate; and other factors uncovered in the hiring process. The standard pay structure is listed but if you’re living in California, New York City or other eligible location, geographic specific pay structures, compensation and benefits could be applicable, click here to learn more.

Grow your career with a best-in-class company that puts our clients' interests at the center of all we do. Get started now!

Northwestern Mutual is an equal opportunity employer who welcomes and encourages diversity in the workforce. We are committed to creating and maintaining an environment in which each employee can contribute creative ideas, seek challenges, assume leadership and continue to focus on meeting and exceeding business and personal objectives.

Change Adaptability (NM) - Advanced, Information Optimization (NM) - Advanced, Customer Support (NM) - Advanced, Underwriting Ecosystem (NM) - Advanced, Customer Centricity (NM) - Intermediate, Insurance Acumen (NM) - Advanced, Technology Adaptation (NM) - Advanced (Inactive), Information Gathering (NM) - Advanced, Attention to Detail (NM) - Advanced, Training, Educating & Awareness (NM) - Intermediate, Adaptive Communication (NM) - Advanced, Consulting (NM) - Advanced, Data Application (NM) - Advanced, Decision Making (NM) - Advanced, Negotiation & Managing Objection (NM) - Advanced, Mortality, Morbidity, & Risk Analysis (NM) - Advanced, Learning Agility (NM) - Advanced (Inactive), Underwriting Practices (NM) - Advanced, Reasoning (NM) - Advanced

We’re excited about the potential people bring to Northwestern Mutual. You can grow your career here while enjoying first-class perks, benefits, and our commitment to a culture of belonging.

• Flexible work schedules
• Concierge service
• Comprehensive benefits
• Employee resource groups

**This position is open to remote anywhere in the US, however, must be able to work Central Time Zone hours**

What You'll Do

• Make fair, accurate, timely and quality claims decisions on life insurance claims up to allowable signature limit. May work on cases exceeding this limit with prior approval and second signatures.

• Examines claim information obtained, including, but not limited to, beneficiary data, policy values, and policy status; and analyzes information received during the claim review process, including but not limited to, death certificates, claim forms, assignment forms, divorce decree, estate, and trust documentation.

• With empathy, deliver personalized experience for beneficiaries and field members by assisting with educating on settlement options available, which varies by policy type.

• Communicate verbally and construct letters and emails to beneficiaries, field members, and third parties in response to inquiries and/or regarding outstanding requirements, claim status updates, and claims decisions as part of the overall claim handling process.

• Manage phone and transactional responsibilities while adhering to strict confidentiality and privacy standards.

• Research and evaluate solutions to situations that arise and resolve concerns on an “as-needed” basis which oftentimes includes deviating from procedures.

• Maintain organization, accuracy, and timeliness in individual case management system; capture and document claim related information accurately and/or refer tasks as appropriate.

• Maintain production and claims quality standards.

• Embrace new technology and serve as an advocate by educating beneficiaries and field representatives.

• Supports digital savvy capabilities in self and others and adapts to changing environments and new situations effectively and positively.

• Work effectively with unstructured teams, situations, or environment.

• Participate in team meetings, projects and committee work as appropriate, including development of process improvements.

• Assist with special projects and initiatives, as needed to support the business.

What You Will Bring to the Role

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

• Previous experience with life insurance desirable.

• Must be technically savvy with the ability to toggle between multiple applications and/or computer monitors simultaneously.

• Exhibits empathy and strong client focus and customer service skills.

• Able to analyze complex information and asks thoughtful questions to understand the situation.

• Demonstrated ability to work with a high degree of accuracy in handling detailed technical work.

• High degree of self-motivation with proven initiative in accepting responsibility for work results and in contributing cooperatively to group goals.

• Skilled at developing and maintaining effective working relationships with a positive, confident attitude; exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views.

• Strong organizational skills, with demonstrated ability to independently set priorities and to meet deadlines.

• Proven ability to maintain strict confidentiality and exercise tact and diplomacy with field/clients and beneficiaries.

Skills You Have

• Analytical Thinking: Organizes and compares various aspects of a situation to comprehend and identify key or underlying complex issues through the use of quantitative data and analysis; leverages strong business acumen, problem solving, and interpersonal skills to think critically about situations from multiple perspectives and consistently seeks ways to improve processes.

• Attention to Detail: Focuses on specific details to spot and correct errors in advance of them being found and surpass quality expectations. Performs work with thorough proofreading for presentation, content, accuracy, and overall quality.

• Change Adaptability: Becomes adaptable in response to continual changes; shows an openness to new ways of working, new methods, work-in-progress improvements and changes and seamlessly navigates the changing business environment and adjusts behavior as appropriate to the situation.

• Claims Acumen: Applies the knowledge of claims philosophy, contracts, and policies and procedures for filing claims, assessing claims for accuracy and completeness, verifying eligibility, and adjudicating claims based on established criteria to handle complex, contestable, sensitive, and large benefit amount claims. Evaluates medical, financial, and occupational information and reviews to determine if insured meets contractual provisions while taking the state regulations or other relevant contractual information into consideration to make informed decisions. Analyzes insurance claims to determine the validity/risk of the claim, and the extent of coverage.

• Customer Centricity: Applies a customer first mindset to design and continuously improve solutions, systems, processes, and services that support enterprise strategy, impact critical business outcomes, and drive organizational success.

• Decision Making: Makes timely, data-driven decisions by understanding the probability of success, identifying risks, gathering business requirements, and developing value statements.

• Insurance Acumen: Applies knowledge of insurance concepts, policies, regulations, and industry practices to solution challenges. Understands insurance principles, such as underwriting, claims philosophy, and risk.

#LI - Remote

Compensation Range:

Pay Range - Start:

Pay Range - End:

Geographic Specific Pay Structure:

Structure 110:

Structure 115:

We believe in fairness and transparency. It’s why we share the salary range for most of our roles. However, final salaries are based on a number of factors, including the skills and experience of the candidate; the current market; location of the candidate; and other factors uncovered in the hiring process. The standard pay structure is listed but if you’re living in California, New York City or other eligible location, geographic specific pay structures, compensation and benefits could be applicable, click here to learn more.

Grow your career with a best-in-class company that puts our clients' interests at the center of all we do. Get started now!

Northwestern Mutual is an equal opportunity employer who welcomes and encourages diversity in the workforce. We are committed to creating and maintaining an environment in which each employee can contribute creative ideas, seek challenges, assume leadership and continue to focus on meeting and exceeding business and personal objectives.

Information Gathering (NM) - Intermediate, Problem Management (NM) - Intermediate, Prioritization (NM) - Intermediate, Statutes & Regulation (NM) - Beginner, Insurance Contract Management (NM) - Intermediate, Empathetic Communication (NM) - Intermediate, Insurance Acumen (NM) - Beginner, Annuity Acumen (NM) - Beginner, Customer Centricity (NM) - Intermediate, Analytical Thinking (NM) - Intermediate, Learning Agility (NM) - Intermediate (Inactive), Adaptive Communication (NM) - Intermediate, Decision Making (NM) - Intermediate, Attention to Detail (NM) - Intermediate, Claims Acumen (NM) - Intermediate, Change Adaptability (NM) - Intermediate, Data Application (NM) - Intermediate

We’re excited about the potential people bring to Northwestern Mutual. You can grow your career here while enjoying first-class perks, benefits, and our commitment to a culture of belonging.

• Flexible work schedules
• Concierge service
• Comprehensive benefits
• Employee resource groups