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Job Opportunity: Payroll and AP/PO Specialist | The Research Foundation for SUNY

Job Description:

Function and Scope:

Under the direction of the Deputy Operations Manager, the incumbent performs diverse and complex duties in the areas of payroll, purchasing and accounts payable.  This position supports the System Administration Sponsored Programs Office (SPO), Research Foundation Central Office (RFCO) and campus activities.  The successful incumbent will take a proactive and strategic approach within all purchasing, accounts payable (AP/PO) and payroll activities while providing quality customer service to both internal and external constituents. Duties include but not limited to:

Responsible for all activities related to processing payroll and employee accruals
Collaborate with Human Resources Generalist on activities related to employee appointments, assignment changes and separation
Monitor effort reporting activities, charge effort to projects and collect data
Maintain electronic E-Cert and Time and Attendance systems
Verify monthly salary reimbursement payment charges to projects
Entry of AP payments, foreign draft wires and travel reimbursements
Create purchase orders and change requests
Code payments to both domestic and foreign payees
Serve as point of contact for project staff on all transactional inquiries, training opportunities, policies and procedures for AP/PO and payroll
Respond to payment questions by gathering data and making recommendations for a resolution
Run check register report and distribute to appropriate staff
Responsible for verifying SPO vendor payment activity, ensuring compliance with RF and sponsor specific policies and procedures, grant budget allocations and verification of appropriate signature authorizations
Create and maintain SPO Website
Assist Deputy Operations Manager with the documentation of procedures for any new processes, including regular review of controls, update and streamline existing policies and procedures related to internal tasks, and strive to mitigate risks to the corporation
Assist Deputy Operations Manager with the review and interpretation of policies and procedures to ensure compliance with laws, rules and regulations governing areas of responsibility
Assist Operations Manager and Deputy Operations Manager with gathering and compiling data for audit requests and other reporting requests as needed
Represent the SPO and the RF Finance Office with a positive professional image
Work closely with Operations Manager and Deputy Operations Manager on all project activity related to AP/PO and payroll while supporting the team to enhance customer service and increase operational efficiency
Contribute to a work environment that fosters teamwork and cooperation

Requirements:

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

Associate’s degree and 1-2 years progressive experience in purchasing, accounts payable, or payroll or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Excellent communication skills with a supportive approach in all levels of correspondence
Maintain the highest level of confidentiality and ethical standards in all work activities
Must demonstrate strong analytical skills and be solution oriented
Able to prioritize multiple tasks and responsibilities in a deadline-oriented environment
Familiarity with Research Foundation policies and procedures preferred

Additional Information:

As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer, The Research Foundation for SUNY  will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, physical and mental disability, criminal record, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, status with respect to receiving public assistance, domestic violence victim status, a disabled, special, recently separated, active duty wartime, campaign badge, Armed Forces service medal veteran, or any other characteristics protected under applicable law.

The Company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

The Research Foundation for the State University of New York is not an agency or instrumentality of the State of New York. Employees of the Research Foundation for the State University of New York are not state employees, do not participate in any state retirement system, and do not receive state fringe benefits. The Research Foundation for the State University of New York operates under a contract with The State University of New York and receives no directly appropriated state funding.

Application Instructions:

Applicants interested in applying MUST submit the following documents:

1. Resume/Cv

2. Cover Letter

APPLY HERE

After submitting your resume/CV, the subsequent pages enable you to upload additional documents including a cover letter.

Returning Applicants – Login to your RF SUNY Careers Account to review your application.

Job Opportunity: Independent Living Specialist/Advocate | Southern Adirondack

Independent Living Specialist/Advocate

Southern Adirondack Independent Living (SAIL) is seeking an individual for a full-time Independent Living Specialist/Advocate position at the Queensbury office.  The qualified candidate will possess at least a high school diploma and five years of work experience, or an AA degree in human services with at least two years of work experience. Preference will be given to those with experience assisting persons with disabilities with information and referral and accessing benefit and entitlement programs, educational services, employment supports, and community-based services and supports.  Successful candidates will possess knowledge of the Americans with Disabilities Act and disability rights.  Advocacy services are provided utilizing a peer-model approach; therefore individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

SAIL offers a pleasant, team-oriented work environment with opportunities for advancement.  This is an excellent entry-level professional position for a person interested in a career in human services.

Location: Queensbury NY

Full-time position; 37.5 hours per week

Compensation package: Salary and benefits will be based on applicant’s experience, as well as SAIL and grant funding specifications.

 

Southern Adirondack Independent Living Center

Advocate Employment Opportunity

71 Glenwood Avenue

Queensbury, NY  12804

FAX: 518-792-0979

Job Opportunity: IP Docket Assistant | Dorsey & Whitney

IP Docket Assistant

Job #3314 –Denver, Minneapolis, Salt Lake City, or Seattle

Dorsey & Whitney is a trusted legal advisor and valued business partner with locations across the United States, Canada, Europe and Asia.  We are a premier legal counselor to companies worldwide in a wide range of industries, including banking & financial institutions; development & infrastructure; energy & natural resources; food, beverage & agribusiness; healthcare; and technology.

We are seeking an Intellectual Property Docket Assistant to join our Denver, Minneapolis, Salt Lake City, or Seattle office.  In this role, you will support a team across multiple offices as your assist with docket requests and prepare related reports and other various projects.  Do you have strong communication skills and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment?   If you’d love to join a docket team that works closely together, then we would appreciate hearing from you.   Please Note:  This will be a remote position to start.

In this role, you will:

Utilize docket software FoundationIP to open new docket matters.
Utilize document management system NetDocs to create new electronic files.
Assist on new client file intakes and client transfers out.
Update docket software FoundationIP fields with relevant data.
Process hardcopy IP mail and forward as appropriate.
Assist Docket Specialists with processing specific types of US incoming correspondence in the docket software FoundationIP.
Reconcile credit cards and deposit accounts for USPTO, Copyrights, domain names, WIPO and EPO.
May perform other duties as needed.

What we’re looking for:

High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
Computer skills including basic word processing and data entry.
Ability to organize information using various manual and computer formats.
Ability to work and communicate effectively with firm personnel and clients.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
Ability to handle multiple tasks while meeting deadlines.
A high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently with little supervision.
Ability to work overtime if needed.

Preferred:

Ability to interface with U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, WIPO, and other websites regarding Patent matters.
Prior law firm experience; at least 2 years of intellectual property experience.

Dorsey values the strength that comes from a diverse and inclusive workplace. It contributes to the success of our people and our clients and enriches our experience. We encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply.

Dorsey & Whitney LLP is an EEO/AAP/Disabled Vets Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, affectional preference, disability, age, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, military or veteran status, or any other legally-protected status.

How to Apply:  

Dorsey & Whitney LLP accepts online applications. Please go to the “Careers” section of the Dorsey website at www.dorsey.com/staffjobs and complete Dorsey’s online application form. We do not accept application materials by mail or email except as a reasonable accommodation for qualified disabled applicants. Individuals who are unable to use our online process due to a disability should call 612-492-5178. 

Dorsey offers a competitive pay and benefits package including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; domestic partner benefits (for same-sex and opposite-sex domestic partners; a generous paid time off policy; retirement savings plan; profit sharing contribution; paid holidays; paid parental leave, paid volunteer day; adoption assistance; back-up child care program; well-being programs and activities; a 24/7 employee assistance program with confidential counseling; and more! (Some benefits are subject to eligibility criteria).

The pay range for this position in Colorado only is $16.83 to $25.25 per hour.

Please note that Dorsey is not currently accepting search firm submissions in connection with this opening.

Job Opportunity: Patent Specialist | Dorsey & Whitney

Patent Specialist

Job #3308 – Denver

Dorsey & Whitney is a trusted legal advisor and valued business partner with locations across the United States, Canada, Europe and Asia.  We are a premier legal counselor to companies worldwide in a wide range of industries, including banking & financial institutions; development & infrastructure; energy & natural resources; food, beverage & agribusiness; healthcare; and technology.

We are seeking a Patent Specialist in our Denver office.  As a valued team member, you will provide U.S. patent prosecution support to attorneys in a dynamic environment.  The ideal candidate will be eager to learn with at least 1 year of patent prosecution experience.  Do you deftly handle multiple tasks?  Are you a good communicator with a focus on excellent customer service?  Do you thrive in a dynamic office environment?  If so, then we would appreciate hearing from you.

In this role, you will:

Assist in drafting correspondence to clients regarding status of applications and patents, including reporting of filing receipts for applications, publication notices, and forwarding patent certificates.
Review and manage files, understand docket, deadlines, and action needed on each file.
Communicate with appropriate attorneys and team members regarding deadlines and action items.
Prepare and file, with the USPTO, various routine formal application documents, e.g. General Authorization, Power of attorney.
Review for accuracy and report routine USPTO communications, e.g., Filing Receipt, Assignment Recordations, other formality items.
Assist with new portfolio intakes and transfers.
Assist with patent due diligence projects.
Review issued patents for errors, determine expiration dates of patents, prepare certificates of correction, if necessary.
Prepare declarations and assignment documents.
Work with attorneys and paralegals on the preparation and filing of information disclosure statements.
Navigate the USPTO PAIR system to obtain application status updates and download documents.
Assist senior paralegals with projects on an as-needed basis.
May perform other duties as requested.

What we’re looking for:

High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
At least 1 year of patent prosecution experience.
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat.
Proficient knowledge and usage of document management systems (e.g. NetDocuments).
Familiar with USPTO procedures, rules and requirements.
Ability to effectively utilize IP docketing software (Foundation IP), USPTO online resources (PAIR, EFS-Web, EPAS) and other patent-related websites.
Ability to independently and efficiently prioritize workflow, and maintain an organized task schedule.
Ability to manage high volume and efficiently prioritize competing demands.
Strong oral and written communication skills, with particular attention to detail.

Preferred  

Bachelor’s degree and/or Paralegal Certificate, or equivalent 

 

Dorsey values the strength that comes from a diverse and inclusive workplace. It contributes to the success of our people and our clients and enriches our experience. We encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply.

Dorsey & Whitney LLP is an EEO/AAP/Disabled Vets Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, affectional preference, disability, age, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, military or veteran status, or any other legally-protected status. 

How to Apply:

Dorsey & Whitney LLP accepts online applications. Please go to the “Careers” section of the Dorsey website at www.dorsey.com/staffjobs and complete Dorsey’s online application form. We do not accept application materials by mail or email except as a reasonable accommodation for qualified disabled applicants. Individuals who are unable to use our online process due to a disability should call 612-492-5178.

Dorsey offers a competitive pay and benefits package including health care plans, a generous paid time off policy, paid holidays, retirement savings plan, profit sharing contribution, and more.

 The pay range for this position in Colorado only is $18.10 to $27.16 per hour. 

Please note that Dorsey is not currently accepting search firm submissions in connection with this opening.

Job Opportunity: Recruiting and Integration Manager | Dorsey & Whitney

Recruiting and Integration Manager

Job #3302 – Denver, Minneapolis, New York, or Salt Lake City

Dorsey & Whitney is a trusted law firm and valued business partner with locations across the United States, Canada, Europe and Asia. We are a premier legal counselor to companies worldwide in a wide range of industries, including banking & financial institutions; development & infrastructure; energy & natural resources; food, beverage & agribusiness; healthcare; and technology.

We are seeking a Recruiting and Integration Manager in our Talent Management group.  In this role, you will manage the partner and of counsel attorney hiring and integration for all of the Firm’s offices. Are you interested in joining a collaborative, collegial group and growing your career in recruiting? If so, we strongly encourage you to apply for this role!  This position has the opportunity to be located in any of our Denver, Minneapolis, New York, or Salt Lake City offices.

Key Responsibilities

You will work with firm colleagues to drive Dorsey’s recruitment of senior level attorneys, which includes:

Reviewing attorney submissions and collaborating with hiring partner(s) to determine which candidates align with Dorsey’s hiring needs, managing interview scheduling, and monitoring post-interview evaluations.
Meeting with attorney candidates and serving as a resource regarding Dorsey’s compensation, benefits, and policies.
Preparing summary information for interviewers, complete with relevant background information.
Managing pre-employment due diligence process (including background and reference checks) and identifying and resolving issues, working closely with Director of Lawyer Recruiting, Employee Relations Attorney, and Ethics Partner.
Leading all aspects of the conflict checking process and coordinating the flow of information between the candidate, Conflicts Attorney, and relevant Dorsey partners.
Coordinating the compilation of candidate materials for review and approval by Management, including statement of need and fit, business plan, interview evaluations, and internal equity analysis.
Running onboarding, orientation, and integration; providing support to new hires and coordinating with candidate’s sponsors to ensure successful integration.
Partnering with Diversity & Inclusion Staff and Partners to strategize and implement diversity recruiting initiatives.
Establishing and maintaining positive relationships with search agencies and candidates.
Negotiating terms with search agents on behalf of Dorsey. 

What We’re Looking For

Bachelor’s degree.
At least 3 years of legal recruiting experience or 5 years of professional recruiting experience.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and work well under pressure.
Demonstrated process management and organizational skills.
Excellent diplomacy skills and sound judgment.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of information.
Solid understanding of employment law/recruiting hiring issues.
Master’s degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, or Business preferred.
At least 2 years of supervisory experience preferred.

About Dorsey

Dorsey offers competitive salary and excellent benefits. Our benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; domestic partner benefits (for same-sex and opposite-sex domestic partners); Dorsey & Whitney 401(K) Retirement and Savings Plan (including an employer contribution); paid parental leave; adoption assistance; a back-up child care program; education and college advising programs; wellbeing programs and activities; a 24/7 employee assistance program with confidential counseling; and more!

Dorsey values the strength that comes from a diverse and inclusive workplace. It contributes to the success of our people and our clients and enriches our experience. We encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply.

Dorsey & Whitney LLP is an EEO/AAP/Disabled Vets Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, affectional preference, disability, age, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, military or veteran status, or any other legally-protected status.

The pay range for this position in Colorado only is an annual salary of $63,440 to $95,160.

How to Apply  

Please go to the “Careers” section of the Dorsey website at www.dorsey.com/staffjobs and complete Dorsey’s online application form. We do not accept application materials by mail or email except as a reasonable accommodation for qualified disabled applicants. Individuals who are unable to use our online process due to a disability should call 612-492-5178.

Please note that Dorsey is not currently accepting search firm submissions in connection with this opening.

Job Opportunity: Museum Intern | Jewish Museum

Museum Intern

Date: November 17, 2020
Title: Museum Intern
FSLA Status: Paid Internship
Supervisor: Manager of School and Educator Programs
Schedule: 12 hours per week
Internship Term: January – June, 2021

The Jewish Museum:

Founded in 1904 and located on New York City’s Museum Mile, the Jewish Museum is dedicated to the enjoyment, understanding, and preservation of the artistic and cultural heritage of the Jewish people. The Museum has a unique identity as a hub for art and Jewish culture, drawing on a collection of nearly 30,000 works of historical and contemporary fine art, Judaica, antiquities, folk art, ceremonial objects, and broadcast media. The Museum applies a contemporary lens to its exhibitions, which range from ancient to contemporary art.

The Position:

The Jewish Museum is offering a virtual internship opportunity for an individual on the autism spectrum who is interested in the administrative aspect of working in an art museum. The intern will have the opportunity to work in a variety of departments at the Museum including Education, Membership, and Marketing.

Responsibilities Include:

The intern will be assigned a selection of the following tasks below depending on interests and strengths:

Data entry using Microsoft Excel
Entering and updating constituent information into Salesforce and Acme Ticketing to track the success of telemarketing campaigns
Creating resource materials for educators in Google Drive, (including research, organizing resources, and uploading documents to a shared site)
Research projects for the Marketing Department including ways to promote Museum programs and ideas for social media posts
Observe Education programs in all areas including School, Adult, Family, Teen, and Access
Attend and report on education programs at other museums
Create slideshows for virtual tours
Create an independent research project (possibly)
Learn about the Jewish Museum, its history and collection
Participate in educational programming with larger JM intern cohort; attend virtual talks and field trips

Requirements:

An interest in art history or visual arts
A strong interest in working in museums
Comfortable using a computer
Familiarity with Microsoft Office and Google Applications,
Willingness to learn or familiarity with Zoom, Salesforce, Acme Ticketing, The Museum System (TMS), and NetX
Comfortable working remotely, independently and without direct supervision

Send Resume with Cover Letter and intern application to:

Human Resources Coordinator
The Jewish Museum
1109 Fifth Avenue
New York, NY 10128
Email: interns@thejm.org
Fax: 646.358.3040
Phone: (212) 423-3232

The Jewish Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to building a culturally diverse staff and encourages applications from diverse candidates.

Job Opportunity: Project Architect SF | Flad Architects

Company Name:              Flad Architects

Job Title:                            Project Architect

Location:                            Seattle, Washington, 98104, United States

Responsibilities

Responsible for leadership and coordination with project team members and consultants from project inception through completion.
Assist the Project Manager in directing and managing the project team, mentoring staff, and representing the firm to the client.
Deliver design-sensitive projects on schedule and within budget while making authoritative decisions and recommendations of significant impact related to the project.
Responsible for the technical planning and execution of the project documents.
Participate in client presentations and/or meetings.

Qualifications

Qualified candidates must have a minimum of ten years architectural experience, with at least five years of recent Project Architect experience leading multi-disciplinary teams and working on large-scale projects.
Experience with one of Flad’s market segments preferred.
Professional degree in architecture and registration required.
AutoCAD and Revit proficiency required.
LEED AP preferred.
Excellent presentation, written, verbal and graphics communication skills essential.

Flad Architects is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Flad will provide equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position, please contact Human Resources at 608-238-2661 or email us at humanresources@flad.com.

Apply Here: https://www.click2apply.net/7e85LkiGBjDlimQ1i67Yk

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New Jobs Ability Portal Enhances Career Search for Individuals with Disabilities

John Robinson | When I started Our Ability, Inc., almost 10 years ago, it was always my intention to create a web portal for people with disabilities to assist one another. This quickly turned into Our Ability Connect, a system where individuals sign in, fill out the form fields and find their talent. Over the past few years, it became obvious to me that we needed to upgrade this technology and do so in a more intelligent manner.

Since the spring of 2019, Our Ability has worked with Syracuse University, BlueGranite, Inc., and Zammo Inc. to create a new profile system called Jobs Ability. We built the software with Microsoft Azure, with an assist from Microsoft’s AI for Good program, establishing an accessible chatbot with voice and text technology. In addition, the portal simultaneously uses matching services to find open positions that fit one’s ability. The job openings come from our corporate partners and are publicly posted at ourability.jobs.

First meeting about Jobs Ability

To develop the portal, we partnered with Syracuse University iSchool. We engaged with multiple students and asked them to think about best practices, a proper buildout and the ultimate design. Then, we met with BlueGranite, who took our designs and began to construct the portal. To have the AI-driven online portal was essential. From there, we engaged with Zammo to create the voice integration for Amazon Alexa and Google Home.

Jobs Ability’s individual profile is built by answering a series of questions from our chatbot— ‘Abi’. The questions ‘Abi’ asks pertain to one’s ideal job, education, work history, accommodation needs and, most importantly, his or her capabilities. The capability questions followed months of work around multiple skills asked in both the disability and employment communities.

These skilling questions ultimately become the differentiator in one’s ability to do the job. Our ultimate goal is to create a virtual job coach, constantly asking questions and continuously looking at open positions. Furthermore, we hope to build a career path for those with disabilities pointing toward companies that are inclusive. Whether a person with a disability is sitting in their living room talking with their Amazon Alexa or utilizing their web browser, they can connect with ‘Abi’ and begin to build their career path with Jobs Ability.

In the next few months, Our Ability, Inc., will continue to partner with multiple like-minded disability organizations around the world to get our chatbot, portal and numerous employment opportunities out to as many individuals with disabilities as possible.

My dream for Our Ability was to help individuals with disabilities find employment. I wish we had this 30 years ago when I graduated from Syracuse University and immediately struggled to find my first position. I understand the realities of unemployment for individuals with disabilities. Today, the unemployment rate is still at nearly 70% for individuals with disabilities in the United States alone. With Jobs Ability, we fully believe we can lower the unemployment rate for any individual with a disability, and help them get started on their away to pursuing their desired career path.

Welcome to Jobs Ability | Just Ask ‘Abi’

Jobs Ability | Focusing on your Skills and Ability
 
 
Former Our Ability Connect users, we have pulled your email address (same password) and work history over to our new site Jobs Ability, powered by chatbot ‘Abi.’
 
Over the past 18 months, Our Ability has built Jobs Ability. A virtual Career Path through skill and ability, work history and education questions for all People with Disabilities.
 
In our new system, we put an emphasis on skill questions – Capabilities. The more questions you answer, the better recommendation we can make for an employment path.
 
If you do not have a employment profile, please sign up and begin to answer the skills questions that we have with our new chat bot ‘Abi.’
 
You can also find answers on Employment Trainings or Parental Resources, by asking ‘Abi’

 

How to Find a Job with Voice Apps | Alexa Launch Jobs Ability



Together, Our Ability, Inc. and Zammo  come together to build voice integration for our new Jobs Ability AI portal introduced in December 2020.