Navy SEAL Officer Assessment and Selection (SOAS)

Navy SEAL Officer Assessment and Selection (SOAS)Navy SEAL Officer Assessment and Selection (SOAS)Navy SEAL recruiting for officers has been streamlined to a two-phase screening and selection system with candidates from all the officer sources seeking to become a Naval SEAL Officer (USNA, ROTC, OCS) undergoing the same selection process. Now all three Naval Officer programs US Naval Academy, Reserve Officer Training Corps, and Officer Candidate School require the applicants to attend SEAL Officer Assessment and Selection (SOAS) at the Navy Special Warfare Center in Coronado, California. Phase 1 requires that all candidates submit their SOAS application package to the Officer Community Manager by January/February of each year. The Naval Academy typically has well over 100-150 candidates per class, so they conduct a BUD/S Screening the juniorin year of all Midshipmen interested in attending SOAS and BUD/S after graduation to help reduce that number further. All officer candidates wi ll soon find out if they qualify for the second phase of the process, which is attending the three-week SOAS Course at the Navy SEAL Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL (BUD/S)Training. Phase 2 is SOASSEAL Officer Assessment and Selection Training. This new process is different from previous years methods of officer selection for Naval Special Warfare. From Mini-BUD/S to SOAS For decades the Naval Special Warfare community (also known as SEALs) have pre-trained officer candidates from various tafelgeschirr Academies and Navy ROTC through a program called Mini-BUD/S. Mini-BUD/S was more like a summer camp for Midshipmen compared to todays assessment and selection program. Similar to Mini-BUD/S, SOAS is for officer candidates who are contemplating the opportunity to attend SEAL training after their graduation or OCS training. The training is held at the Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL Training Center (BUD/S) in Coronado, California. Today, Mini-BUD/S has evolved from a summer traini ng course for Midshipmen into a complete three-week screening program for all officer applicants. The new program, SOAS, is open to Service Academy and Navy ROTC Midshipmen/Cadets during the Summer before their senior year. It is also open to highly qualified Officer Candidates School (OCS) applicants before they attend OCS. Selection for SOAS Candidates have to be invited to SOAS by filling out the application found at the SEAL Community Managers webpage. Typically, the SEAL Officer selection board accepts Service Academy, NROTC, and OCS packages during the months of January/February and the candidate will get word typically by March/April to report to SOAS in the next few summer months. During the application phase, the board will decide if a candidate is worth seeing more of by attending SOAS. Consider this a ticket to the dance to prove your mettle. Structure of SOAS Here is what a Navy SEAL Officer candidate must endure during SOAS to become selected Week One at SOAS Fa miliarization Week - The first week is more educational than physical for the candidates. The students will attend lectures and tour Navy SEAL Teams and meet members of the Navy SEAL Officer Community. Theywill attend briefings from SEAL Officers and Enlisted as well as do some basic physical training similar what the actual BUD/S students will receive. Week Two at SOASThe days are long, and students will constantly be assessed through more intense physical training. They will be tasked with several fitness tests to include the Navy BUD/S PST 500-yard swim, pushups, situps, pull-ups, and 1.5-mile run, as well as other physical tests. Many of the tests include running and rucking on the beach, ocean swims with fins, obstacle courses, log PT, as well as various swimming skills in the pool and ocean. The students will also be engaged in writing assignments and are subject to instructor and peer evaluations. You will be evaluated on your ability to be a gruppe player, a leader, and phy sically tough. Week Three at SOASThe SEAL candidate will also be subject to psychological evaluations this week, but they are constantly being observed in this capacity throughout the previous weeks as well. The candidates will be asked several questions about themselves and their knowledge of current events and Naval Special Warfare by theSEAL Board Interview. The board consists of active duty Navy SEAL officers and senior enlisted as well as members of the Naval Special Warfare Center and the Officer Community Manager. Since 2014, all officer candidates are screened through SOAS during the summer before their senior years (Service Academy/ROTC). The OCS candidates invited to attend SOAS are college graduates and have to be within the age limit of attending BUD/S (27 years old). This new selection program is similar to other Special Operations Command (SOCOM) selection and assessment programs administratively, but the training is pure Naval Special Warfare at its finest. Many of th e candidates do not get selected. Some will quit and lose the opportunity to attend SEAL training as a service selection option, but they are still able to become officers in other communities in the military.

Learn to Cut Costs Without Compromising Employee Relations

Learn to Cut Costs Without Compromising Employee RelationsLearn to Cut Costs Without Compromising Employee RelationsLearn to Cut Costs Without Compromising Employee Relations Rossheim, Senior Contributing WriterFor business owners, especially those who know the names of many of their workers, theres a town meeting agenda thats almost as repugnant as a layoff announcement Why it has become necessary to reduce costs by trimming employee benefits.Indeed, like cutting off someones livelihood, reducing or eliminating healthcare coverage, retirement contributions or other vital benefits threatens the business-critical relationship between a small- to midsized employer and its employees.If you start taking away core benefits that the best employees expect, then youre putting the whole business in jeopardy, says Vince Ashton, CEO of HealthPass, a New York nonprofit agency that gives small businesses access to an array of health plans.So whats the best approach if you are forced by financial circumstances to reduce benefits outlays? Youll be wise to take the same approach you may have asked of your employees in these hard times To undertake an unsparing reexamination of your benefits program and squeeze more value out of each dollar spent.Healthcare Benefits Reconsider CarriersEspecially at small and midsized companies, healthcare benefits have been under pressure for years, costing employers ever more while simultaneously placing a greater burden on employees.But many smaller employers are approaching a crossroads.More companies are having trouble paying their premiums, but most are maintaining health coverage, says Ashton. Health insurance is seen as a part of compensation its a difficult thing for employers to take away.Dropping financial support for health coverage can cost your business in at least two ways lost employee loyalty and declining employee health, which can lead to lower productivity and higher absenteeism.If your workers are like many others at America n businesses, they might rather forgo some pay than venture into the chaotic marketplace for individual health coverage, which can run into five figures for a family policy. Some businesses are reducing employee hours but maintaining health coverage as the anchor benefit, says Jim Walsh, publisher of Silver Lake Books.Suppose youve decided to maintain a health insurance benefit. Is there anything you can do to control costs other than jacking up your workers copays and premium contributions? If youre like most small-business executives, you dont know all the answers.Business owners often feel theres not a lot they can do about out-of-control healthcare costs, says Earnest Youngblood, CEO of NavigatorMD, which makes health-plan konzept software. But a broker-consultant can go to the market to try to find carriers that can save you money.A health insurance broker can put your companys coverage out to bid, revealing opportunities for savings for you and your workers. This stuff is hard for an HR person to handle adequately, says Ashton. Im a big broker advocate, but you need somebody whos knowledgeable and well-trained.Ashton recommends getting a referral from a local business owner whose business is similar in size to your own and find out how they regard their broker. Absent that, says Ashton, the trade association that brokers, benefits professionals, and agents join is the National Association of Health Underwriters.But finding a fiscally sustainable health plan is about more than just seeing which carrier comes in with the low bid. You have to look at plan design, says Youngblood. You have to motivate people to be more responsible for their health. Maybe higher copays and deductibles have been keeping people from getting treatment for chronic disease, or from seeking preventative care. A good broker-consultant or independent consultant work hard to find the best option for your workforce.Many insurers have resources dedicated to helping members live healthie r lifestyles, including value-added programs (discounts for weight loss centers, for example), smoking cessation programs, while others may have specific financial incentives (reimbursement toward gym memberships.) Many will have materials to use, says Ashton. Often there is no associated fee. Employers should contact their insurer to find out what is available.If you are successful in reducing costs while maintaining crucial health benefits, be sure to clearly communicate this management victory to your employees.Retirement Benefits Are Lower Fees Available?Retirement benefits, though many employees consider them a more distant concern than healthcare, have also been at the forefront of cost-cutting measures in the depths of this recession.Some observers believe that in times of crisis, employees will forgive you for trimming benefits in buchung to remain solvent. People arent leaving jobs now because the benefits over there are better, says Christine Soscia, vice president and pla n consultant at InVest, which advises businesses on financial products. But the best of your employees will continue to expect that youll do your best for them.Is there any way to maintain your 401(k) contributions, or at least minimize any reduction in them? Take a look at your 401(k) plan fees, says Soscia Weve gone to plan providers and asked them, What can you do here? Sometimes theyll make adjustments and sometimes they cant because theyd be losing money. One rule of thumb from Soscia Plans that are five years old or older tend to be high.If you find a way to reduce 401(k) fees, reap your loyalty dividend by telling your employees about it.Voluntary Benefits Eliminate Little-Used PerksVoluntary benefits those paid for by employees have also been on the table as employers sought out savings.Some employers are shifting employee benefits from employer-paid to voluntary, to shift the cost of premiums. Others are eliminating little-used voluntary benefits such as legal advice progr ams or long-term care insurance to cut administrative costs and the drain on HR management resources.How can you know which benefits are most important to your employees? Ask them. Develop and field a simple survey to determine which benefits are most important to your workers. Then incorporate the survey results into your cost-control program, communicating to your employees how their preferences made a difference.

Drop These Words from Your Résumé (And Replace Them with Better Ones)

Drop These Words from Your Rsum (And Replace Them with Better Ones) Drop These Words from Your Rsum (And Replace Them with Better Ones) Take ActionBut what is an action roger? Unlike active and passive voice, which are actual grammatical constructs, an action word is just a word that demonstrates an action in a dynamic way. Often, action words are used to spin a mundane task into something more impressive on your resume. Instead of describing yourself as a mailroom clerk, you might say that you managed an interoffice document delivery system.Kerry K. Taylor of Squawkfox cautions against using too many active words in a rsum, however. As in the example above, sometimes when you dress up a mundane task in fancy language, it just looks ridiculous. According to Taylor, too many action words can lead to buzzword overkill and harm, rather than help your chances of landing a job interview. No hiring manager likes a rsum saturated with lots of action and little substance.Cut the FluffHave you ever said a word so many times that it seems to become a meaningless collection of sounds? The phenomenon is called semantic satiation, and something similar happens to written words that you see too often. Hiring managers may have hundreds of rsums to sift through for a single position, and overused words and phrases like self-starter or people person might as well be invisible.Every year since 2009, LinkedIn has compiled a list of the fruchtwein overused words on rsums repeat offenders include creative, innovative, and effective. According to Time, If the opposite of your descriptive word is obviously negative (i.e. ineffective, impatient), bosses probably assume you have this skill already.UtilizedImpactedSuccess/SuccessfulResults/Results-OrientedInnovated/InnovationDrivenCreativeExperiencedResponsiblePatientEffectiveMany of these words are just fancier cousins of more mundane words no one is fooled by substituting utilized for used. The biggest communication mistakes, in my opinion, come from peoples efforts to appear intelligent, said Toni Bowers, managing editor of TechRepublic.These words are also maddeningly vague. Just like most online dating profiles promise an easy-going personality and sense of humor, most rsums promise some form of personal effectiveness. The problem is, everyone thinks theyre successful or able to produce results, cautions Jessica Holbrook Hernandez. In actuality, not everyone does or can. And by using terms like these on your rsum the only thing youve accomplished is looking like every other job seeker on the market.Tell Your Story with Their WordsThe Purdue Online Writing Lab recommends using action words to create concise, persuasive, reader-centered rsums and cover letters. But choosing the right action words is what will set apart your rsum from the rest of the crowd. Jenna Charlton advises jobseekers to use the companys language and tell them your story.By carefully reading and highlighting the keywords in a companys va cancy notice and website, youll discover what values and worker attributes are important to the business. If it is looking for a dynamic, multi-talented customer tafelgeschirr specialist, then thats exactly what youll be.By mirroring their corporate copy in your rsum, not only will you be more likely to make it past any keyword-scanning software, but youll also be more likely to impress the hiring manager. If you do it subtly and skillfully- and make sure to weed out any typos with an automated proofreader- prospective employers will see you as the perfect fit the position, and youll be one step closer to your first paycheck.Master the art of closing deals and making placements. Take our Recruiter Certification Program today. Were SHRM certified. Learn at your own pace during this 12-week program. Access over 20 courses. Great for those who want to break into recruiting, or recruiters who want to further their career.

The apps these 15 entrepreneurs cant live without

The apps these 15 entrepreneurs cant live withoutThe apps these 15 entrepreneurs cant live withoutThough an entrepreneur may prefer wearing one hat over aleidher, founding your own company and becoming not only your own boss but perhaps, the manager of many - requires most successful business owners to work major overtime. While before they went solo they had a siloed role, the title of CEO often throws many more demands into their wheelhouse, some of which, perhaps they arent as skilled to execute. And all of those stakes and deadlines raise their expected output quickly. Blame it on competition, pressure from investors, those big ideas that miraculously come at the witching hour, but to ensure every facet of their hectic life is run as smoothly as possible, many rely on their smart phone to organize it all.And while, sure some of these apps directly impact their bottom line, sales goals or deliverables, others become their moment of zen, fitness or social connection, helping them to alleviate some of the stress of their 24/7-lives. Every trailblazer takes the digital concept of productivity differently, but all have certain apps theyd never go a morning or evening without clicking on. And no, sorry, for most, it isnt scrolling through Instagram day-in and day-out.If youre considering starting your own gig, going freelance full-time or merely need an extra push to complete the last quarter of the year, test the effectiveness of these entrepreneur-recommended appsNew York Times CrosswordIm a crossword fanatic so Im addicted to the NY Times Crossword app. The puzzles come out online the night before so I always have to finish it before bed. I love keeping track of my streaks and seeing how fast I can complete the puzzles. - Lara Crystal, co-founder of Minibar Delivery.WhatsAppHaving friends and family scattered throughout the world, and traveling a lot for AUrate, WhatsApp allows me to stay connected and never feel far away. Thanks to our various Whatsapp gro ups we all know whats going on, can share videos and voice messages easily and just feel like a tight community, regardless of where in the world we all may be. - Bouchra Ezzahraoui, co-founder of AUrate.Google KeepThis has quietly become the best note-taking app out there with great collaboration, tagging, and customization capabilities. The fact that you can add anything you highlight in Chrome to a note in one click has saved me tons of time. It allows me to seamless sync between browser and mobile makes it easy to catch up on task lists even when offline on the subway or in-flight. - Mike Lackman, CEO of Trade.SpotifyI love having the soundtrack of life with me at all times- on planes, cars, at home, while out for a run, cranking in the office. Music is life. I create playlists to help manage work and creativity. My Glenn Gould helps me get completely lost in new ideas- for products, for gruppe activities, for potential partnerships, you name it. My Memories of Youth playlist reminds me how much time has passed, and what Ive learned along the way. It also reminds me of how quickly time really moves, and that tends to light a fire under my butt to get things done and to not settle. My Rowing Tunes list is high-energy, and it keeps my heart racing just enough to keep up with my head. Music soothes the beast of complacency for me- it drives me, inspires me, focuses me all the time. - Craig Dubitsky, founder of Hello Products.CapitoTruly, its the Google Calendar app because I manage work, personal, co-parenting, and school schedules there. But a close second is Captio. This app takes your notes and immediately sends them to your inbox. Since I use my email as a running task list, Ill use Captio to jot down notes in meetings and then keep them as unread emails until Ive completed all follow-up. - Nicole Centeno, founder CEO of Splendid Spoon.CardiogramWorking in such a fast-paced environment means its not always easy for me to prioritize health and fitness when there are so many other things going on. Cardiogram now does that for me. Its interesting to see whats going on with my body, and to understand how much my heart rate can tell me about my overall health. - Darin Rubell, owner of Drexlers, Boulton Watt and Forrest Point.InsightlyThis app helps me manage all of my connections meaning current clients, referral partners and leads. I can include notes for conversations that Ive had, status of the connection and next steps, which then connects back to my task manager in Insightly so I dont miss that next step. I use this to track certain client successes, my outreach to past clients and leads, how many referrals my referral partners have given me, and more, so Im managing all of my connections efficiently and effectively. I could go on and on You can incorporate process templates into the task manager, you can export reports to help you manage your business better. Huge benefits and efficiencies. - Lisa Rehurek, founder CEO of T he RFP Success Company.AsanaThis is an essential tool when you work in the gig economy with multiple team members all over the world. It does the job of one assistant or project manager because it allows you to set up jobs with main tasks and subtasks, which means that your team members can work independently without you having to check on them every step of the way. You as the boss, can monitor what the status of each project is, and easily identify where its stalling and whos doing what, and if it is on time. - Beate Chelette, CEO of Chelette Enterprises and The Growth Architect.And.CoThis free invoicing software helps me to easily handle all payments for my company. As a new business owner, it allows me to send my clients a user-friendly, efficient invoice, keep track of who has and hasnt paid me and more, all with one app. They also have great, free resources for general freelance contracts that you can send to your clients to make sure you are fully covered on all sides. This is the one app that not only helps me pay my bills, but boosts my confidence in myself and my business, every time I use it. - Jess Tatham, founder of DevelopHer Designs.ZoomIn a mobile world, we need to coordinate seamlessly with co-workers and partners. Meetings are important and Zoom allows for that capability, whether its video conferencing or teleconferencing. There are multiple options to join a call and it doesnt matter where you are in the world at the time of a call you always have a way to access the call. - Emrah Gultekin, CEO of Chooch.HeadspaceI start each day with meditation to clear my mind, and always utilize the Headspace app. This- coupled with fresh air and movement - helps me to daydream, take in my surroundings and think of new creative ideas. Working in the jewelry industry, creativity is at the core of our business, making this app a vital part of my day.- Beth Gerstein, CEO and co-founder of Brilliant Earth.EvernoteBetween balancing family life and two b usinesses, it can be super challenging to stay on top of all the little details in life. This app really gives you the freedom to take notes in the form of audio notes, sketches, video, web clippings etc. Evernote has a feature that lets you use your camera and scan business cards, paper documents, handwritten notes and more, so you never have to worry about losing that piece of paper. I can sync my devices so that if I start a note on my laptop but have to rush out of the house, I can finish right back where I was on my phone. All notes and lists are searchable to find what youre looking for quickly and the app can be locked with a passcode. You also have the capability to share notes with others and if you use Google Docs, you can embed them to your notes - Lorena Garcia, founder of Bloguettes and MAJKA.Voice MemosWhenever I have a meeting with one or more clients or prospects, I ask permission to record the audio of our meeting, and I explain why. I tell them that not only would I rather focus my attention on what they are telling me- so I dont need to write it down- but it also helps me better understand what they are saying. When Im listening, Im also thinking about how to respond, and how to move the discussion in the right direction. - Marty Schultz, technology innovator.MomentMoment helps you monitor how much time you are spending on your devices and can force you to put down your phone or iPad once youve hit your predetermined limit for the day. I have to be honest, Ive created a fitness brand centered around taking a break from tech and even I struggle with being on my phone more than Id like. Its amazing how quickly that time adds up Also, one of my favorite features of Moment is that you can link your familys devices and track their device use from the app. As a mom of two, this is so helpful for me. Im a big believer in empowering my girls to learn to make the right decisions for themselves, but having the ability to help them know when its time to put the iPad down has been super valuable for my family. You can even set blackout times where your kids cant access their device say hello to more tech-free dinners - Dionne Del Carlo, co-founder of StarCycle.SoundcloudIm a musician and a DJ in my spare time so finding unique versions of songs is like a hobby for me. Soundcloud gives me that capability to discover new artists and music. Also, when Im working out, I like to listen to DJ sets as the continuous beat gives me a more constant pace, and Soundcloud has a unique DJ community where all of the stars post their sets from all around the world. It is also a great app because Im not being interrupted with commercials every few songs like other apps. - Manuela Seve, CEO of Alphaa.

What To Wear On A Job Interview

What To Wear On A Job InterviewWhat To Wear On A Job InterviewIts been a while since I have been on an interview. What should I wear?First off, congratulations on yur job interview When it comes to what to wear, there is no one outfit fits all answer. The rule of thumb is to consider the industry in which youre applying for a job- and then wear an outfit that would match what the anfhrer of that company would wear. Keep in mind the clientele you will be working with and how you should be dressed to be perceived professionally. So if youre applying for an administrative position, a suit is perfectly acceptable. If the job is not as formal, you can opt to wear business casual clothes, like khaki or dark pants or a skirt and a shirt or sweater.If the job will include a remote work option, you still need to show that you can dress to impress. Send the message that you know how to dress when you work at home that will help convince the employer of your professionalism and show that you a re committed to the position.And whether youve been out of the job market for six months or six years, its important to stay on top of the trends so your look is not outdated. Whatever you choose to wear, make sure its classic, pressed and professional looking so you can dress to impress- and get the job.Heres to successful job searchingSaraSince 2007, has helped over 350,000 job seekers in their search for telecommuting, part-time, and flexible jobs. 97.5% of our members are satisfied with our services.What questions do you have about flexible work options? Leave a comment here or email jennifer at dot com. She will choose one question to pass on to Sara each week

Characteristics of Resume Designer

Characteristics of Resume Designer The Debate Over Resume Designer The game also includes awesome new character designs and animation styles for optimum prankiness. The overall rule for graphic design resumes is to put in a link to yur site or internet portfolio. Whether youre a designer, writer, developer or wear many hats, well share hints, resources and suggestions to assist you in making the the majority of your business. As you could have noticed, design is only one of several elements in your resume that may capture attention. Since you may see, theres a wide variety of freebies to select from. Youre also able to see all the ads that feature digital coupons and clip the ones which you need to use. Youre a fashion designer and, while using two or three colors to highlight the mora important elements can seem to be a fantastic choice, make sure that you dont exaggerate There are a lot of free creative resume templates its possible to use, permitting you to focus your en ergy on everything else you should do. If youve got a huge level, it is a feather in your cap. The superior thing for graphic designers without an experience is, its simple to find some. You are going to be landing that dream design job in no moment. Resume Designer will provide you with tips that offer you the best resume writing practices. Freelancing 101 is an occasional series to help the growing number of freelancers in the marketplace. Some of your promotion skills will inevitably appear in the resume itself. Designers will almost always realize that including the Adobe Create Suite is a terrific starting point. Creating a Google account is completely free and takes just a couple of seconds. Google provides a resume-builder tool which youre able to utilize to create a professional resume. If youre fluent in Adobe InDesign, you can most likely leave off that you are aware of how to utilize Microsoft Word. You dont need to be concerned about your graphic designer re sume. The work title Designer involves several possible different designer roles, depending upon your specific specialist area. Because youre choosing designer jobs, its also important your designer resume shows some aptitude for design. When you want to find work in the field of web design and development, weve got help for you in the shape of our Web Designer and Developer Resume Templates. Things You Should Know About Resume Designer Crafting a strong fashion designer resume isnt only important, its fundamental Designing resume is a complicated job. Resumes are the same. Resume Designer - Dead or Alive? Every one of them boasts a clean appearance, yellow accents, and Roboto font, which will provide a modern appearance to your documents. Every designer ought to have a fantastic comprehension of typography. For instance, you might utilize a customized typeface, borders, shading, tasteful pops of color and so forth. If youre applying for many jobs, you should create nume rous resumes, each targeting a particular role and the sort of knowledge and skills the prospective employers are seeking. So whether youre attempting to acquire freelance projects or locate a steady position with a huge company, its obvious that you must attract the interest of clients and employers. Just be certain that the organization will accept one. Create a number of resumes based on what turns up as youre researching your target businesses. Based on the kind of application process youre addressing, it might be appropriate to include samples of your work in your CV. The task meant for building your work application and applying online might take some time. The process of producing work application is quite straightforward and straight-forward. Its simpler to try to remember the applicant. Beautiful graphics are used here in order to get upon the data in a pleasant way when showing off the authors skills. Be sure you list your relevant abilities and any certifications you might have, like your graphic design resume examples Handlers card. You will also have to illustrate your skills are not solely confined to design. The templates are all available from Behance, one of the greatest places to showcase your creative abilities, and to discover the job of up-and-coming talents.

Networking and panels with AMC Networks women in tech.

Networking and panels with AMC Networks women in tech. This is an invite-only event. Please review the highlighted roles below to see if this event would be a good fit for you and then email hipowertofly.com to request an invitation. On May 17th in NYC, PowerToFly will present an invite-only evening with AMC Networks women leaders, executives and hiring managers. The event will include a candid panel discussion with AMCs women tech leaders, an audience QA and a chance to network with other top women in tech as well as AMC executives.Agenda (Subject to Change)600pm - Check-In Networking Over Light Food Drinks620pm - Event Kickoff from PowerToFly625pm - Keynote Address640pm - Product Demos by AMC Engineers705pm - Fireside Chat 720pm - Panel Discussion Audience QA800pm - Networking Over Light Food DrinksAMC Networks has delivered quality programming for mora than 30 years. They own and operate several of the most popular and award-winning brands in cable television including AMC, I FC, Sundance, WE tv, BBC America as well as IFC Films.Also, AMC Networks is hiring Their benefits include comprehensive health well-being offerings, and a matching 401(k) plan. For more information about AMC Networks and their open opportunities visit their page at PowerToFly.This event will be a great fit for a wide array of roles including Director of Engineering, VP Product Design and Growth, VP Subscriber Growth, Director of Consumer, Social Content Producer, Manager of Social Marketing, Social Marketing Designer, Manager CRM.About our Events All RSVPd attendees are welcome, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, or age. If you require accommodation to fully participate in this event, please email hipowertofly.com, and we will contact you to discuss your specific needs.Create Your Free Profile on PowerToFly.Unfortunately, PowerToFly and the company it is holding an event on behalf of cannot admit outside recruiters to that particular event. Please email hipowertofly.com if you have any questions about this policy.Related Articles Around the Web Career Opportunities AMC Networks Inc. One of the biggest challenges in almost all industries today is achieving gender parity. Gender diversity provides huge benefits in the workplace. pWhile some industries have made significant advancements in gender diversity, some industries lag further behind... and the construction industry is well-known for being in the latter category. If someone says, construction workers, youll likely picture a group of men in yellow hard hats analyzing an architects plans or laying bricks on top of a scaffold. And men at work signs only help to reinforce this image.pThis stereotype is rooted in reality. When was the last time you actually spotted a woman on a construction site? Or hired a female plumber or carpenter? Your answer is most likely never. In fact, the Bureau of Labor Statisticsreports that only 3.4% of the total of 8.3 million construction employees are women.pBut the construction industry has a lot more to offer than steel-toed boots and hard hats, and it needs women to help advance the industry in this era of rapid change. Here are 5 reasons why women joining the workforce or looking to make a pivot should consider a career in construction.h21. Fuel Innovation/h2pNot only is diversity the socially and morally right thing to do, but it is also actually an excellent geschftsleben strategy. pResearch presented in the Harvard Business Reviewshows that diverse teams develop more innovative ideas. This is further supported by a study conducted by Gallupon the performance of gender-diverse teams versus single-gender teams, which found that the difference in backgrounds and perspectives led to better business performance and problem-solving. h22. Capitalize on Demand/h2pThe construction in dustry is currently experiencing a labor shortage. The industry itself is booming and projected to be one of the fastest-growing industries, with total spending projected to exceed $1.45 trillion in 2023/a. However, most construction companies are unable to meet the rising demand. pAccording to the Associated General Contractors of America/a, more than 80% of contractors are experiencing difficulties filling hourly craft positions that represent the bulk of the construction workforce.pAnd demand isnt limited to individual contributor roles. Given the industry boom, there are a number of open stable and high-paying roles (any project managers out there?) waiting for the right candidateh23. Leadership Opportunities/h2pAccording to the Bureau of Labor Statistics/a, women compose only 7.7% of the total 1 million managerial positions in construction.br/pBut given the highly collaborative nature of construction work, more women in leadership roles would help drive innovation and enhance p roductivity.Furthermore, as a woman in construction in a leadership position, youd have the unique opportunity to drive change for the industry and make it a more attractive option for other women.h24. High-Income Potential/h2pSalaries for many skilled positions in construction are on the rise, making a construction career a prime choice for women looking for a high-paying job,pThe 2018 Construction Craft Salary Surveyconducted by the National Center for Construction Education and Research revealed that salaries for many skilled craft areas are increasing. Project managers and project supervisors topped the list at $92,523 and $88,355, respectively. The next set of highest-paying jobs include those of combo welders ($71,067), instrumentation technicians ($70,080), pipe welders ($69,222), power line workers ($68,262) and industrial electricians ($67,269). Of the 32 categories of workers in the survey, 19 positions earned an average salary of $60,000 or higher.h25. Sense of accomplish ment/h2p The construction industry can give employees a unique sense of achievement. Yes, the job is stressful and the work can be demanding, but nothing beats the feeling of being able to build something from the ground up. pHow many professionals in other industries can point at a school, a hospital, or a skyscraper and say I helped build that?pThe construction industry has a long way to go in combating gender bias and supporting women in the workforce, but given the current demand for workers, theres no better time to pick up a sledgehammer (figurative or literal) and smash the gender stereotypes plaguing the construction industry.

Learn About Being a Police Officer

Learn About Being a Police OfficerLearn About Being a Police OfficerPolice officers work in partnership with the public to reduce crime and enforce federal, state and local laws through the legitimate use of force. Job Duties Police officers conduct patrol duties and investigate crimes through gathering evidence and interviewing victims, suspects and witnesses. They also maintain buchung by directing traffic, conducting arrests, issuing traffic citations, preparing crime reports and responding to incidents of public disorder. Police assist at road-related incidents, collision scenes, and vehicle check points. They also assist in criminal prosecutions and provide deposition and court testimony in criminal cases. Education Police officers must have a minimum of a high school education or its equivalent, and larger departments may require one or two years of college. Federal and State agencies typically require a college degree. Since civil service regulations govern the appoint ment of police in most jurisdictions, officers must pass a civil service examination. Officers usually undergo a variety of testing including a physical examination, drug testing and a background check, personality test and/or lie detector test. Officers also usually complete approximately 12 to 14 weeks of training in a regional or state police academy. Skills Police officers interact with witnesses, victims and the public on a daily basis and must possess strong interpersonal skills including social perceptiveness and listening skills. Critical thinking and problem-solving skills are important in analyzing a situation and determining a course of action. Physical agility and strong investigative skills are required for the job as well as life-saving skills such as CPR and first aid. Since police work can be stressful and dangerous, officers must possess courage, stamina and stress management skills. Salary Police salaries range from the low forties to mid-nineties, dependi ng on the size and location of the department and the officers experience level. An officers total compensation frequently exceeds his salary due to overtime pay, which can be significant, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. Police officers often have generous benefits plans, uniform allowances, and pension plans. Job Outlook According to the U.S. Department of Labor, employment of police officers will experience average growth through the year 2014. Competition should remain high due to attractive salaries and benefits, particularly with state and federal agencies. Increased crime and a mora security-conscious society should contribute to the increasing demand for police services. Applicants with college training in police science, military police experience, or both should have the best opportunities. Additional Resources National Sheriffs Association Federal Bureau of Investigation Secret Service Recruiting Hiring Coordinating Center Source U.S. Department of Lab or, Bureau of Labor Statistics

Help Desk Technician Career Advice

Help Desk Technician Career AdviceHelp Desk Technician Career AdviceThe IT industry is on a roll, and help desk technicians have many opportunities to catch the wave. If youre not happy with your present position for any reason - anemic salary, few advancement options, lack of professional development - theres no need to settle for the status quo. Heres some career advice to boost your chances of landing your help desk dream job.Understand industry trendsThree major IT trends that will have an impact on help desk technicians in the near future are mobility, bring your own device or BYOD, and real-time beistand.With so many workers using mobile devices (and many of them self-supplied through BYOD policies or in spite of them), help desk professionals are seeing a rapid increase in the number and variety of gadgets they need to support.Businesses are pushing the boundaries of mobile and cloud computing, but some IT departments and management systems are struggling to keep up. While s martphone and tablet apps are a positive consumer trend, delivering value at a lower cost and with shorter lag times, they can challenge the help desk.When technology allowed mora workers to telecommute, help desk professionals found themselves supporting user-supplied equipment. But mobile devices broke the floodgates. Even for companies that do not support employee devices, the mobile market is changing so quickly that it is an effort just to keep up with company-provided mobile devices.One example OS X is no longer a niche operating system (OS). Although Mac desktops and laptops are still more commonly found in education and creative fields, the dominance of iPhones and iPads means help desk professionals need to know both Windows and iOS systems.Real-time support expectations have put an additional burden on help desk professionals. With a user waiting on the other end of a phone, chat window or screen-sharing session, there is a much higher expectation that help desk technician s have the answer on hand. They also need to have outstanding customer service and organizational skills to handle the pressures that a real-time support situation requires.The career advice here is simply for help desk professionals to be flexible and willing to learn. Instead of being resistant to change, see it as an opportunity to add to your tool kit and further your career. Look at what tools consumers and corporations are using, and be prepared to support them.Expand your skillsHelp desk technicians usually enter the field with general computing knowledge and receive further training from their employer. To rise up through the help desk tiers or someday land a leadership position, develop the IT support skills - including the nontechnical variety - that can help set you apart from the crowdExperience with networking protocols and widely used OSsKnowledge of common software and appsFamiliarity with cloud-based platforms on a variety of web browsers and OSsCustomer-focused te mperament, including friendliness, courtesy, patience, initiative and a sense of humorProblem-solving skills, such as analyzing a clients situation and researching solutionsExcellent written and verbal communication, especially to explain technical issues without using jargonThe ability to listen with an open mindTier 1 positions call for general troubleshooting and minor triage. To meet the qualifications for upper-tier support jobs, it doesnt hurt to specialize. Some in-demand fields today are mobile, networking, data security, cloud products, healthcare and advanced server hardware.Find out the salary ranges for help desk and desktop support rolesDOWNLOAD THE SALARY GUIDEGet trainingSome additional career advice Take your help desk career to the next level by advancing your education. Youll likely find most employers prefer IT support staff to have at least a two-year technical degree, and relevant certifications are a big plus. Some of the most in-demand credentials are CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, Microsoft Certified Professional, HDI and Cisco. If you dont have an associates or bachelors degree, earning one can be a good way to unlock opportunities higher on the job ladder. Some employers offer tuition assistance.Dont miss out on greater job satisfaction and a higher salary in the help desk profession. Our best career advice Whether youre after a promotion, raise or a new position this year, set yourself up for success by attaining the skills, specializations and certifications IT employers want most.

Visualizing the best and worst paid jobs in the tech sector

Visualizing the best and worst paid jobs in the tech sectorVisualizing the best and worst paid jobs in the tech sectorMost people think getting into the upper middle class is straightforward go to school, study technology, and get a job somewhere in the tech sector. But is it really that simple? We did some research and discovered that there are plenty of great high-paying gigs out there, but there are also several positions with relatively low pay.Our data come from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, which tracks a wide variety of metrics on jobs and the American economy. We took a subset of figures from the technology sector and placed the 15 highest and lowest paying jobs in a unique visualization. Think of our graphic as a two-sided pyramid, illustrating in a vivid way the highest and lowest rungs of the tech ladder. We included average base salary expressed both as an overall number and on a per hour basis. This lets you easily landsee which jobs are worth going after (and which on es are probably a dead end).As you might expect, managers generally sit at the top of the food chain. Computer and Information Systems Managers take home the best money on average, pulling in just under $72/hour. Compare that with lowly technical support representatives at the bottom, who make roughly 75% less at $16.70/hour. Remember to be nice to the guy who helps you the next time you have a technical problemOur two-sided pyramid also reveals a few key insights about the tech sector. First off, things arent actually so bad at the low end. Keep in mind all the jobs in our visualization pay above average compared to the rest of the economy. Median household income in the U.S. is about $59,000. Two spouses who both earn $16.70/hour would pull in over $69,000 a year. Thats great work if you can get it.The visualization also suggests that slight changes in a job title can directly impact compensation even if the on-the-job duties are very similar. Look at all the positions with repres entative, specialist and administrator in the title. They come with lower pay as opposed to analyst, developer and architect. But whats the difference between a specialist and an analyst?This makes us believe that changing your job title might be worth it in the long run even if it doesnt mean getting an immediate raise.Data Table 1.1This article first appeared on HowMuch.