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Job Description Commercial Independent Contractor for Insurance Loss Control. Independent Contractors Duties: • The physical characteristics, exterior measurements, general conditions, photographs, unusual hazards and recommendations associated with a property are part of our comprehensive reports that summarize the observable hazards associated with a risk., • The above information is used by our client companies to determine whether a risk meets the carrier's eligibility requirements., • Inspectors are the "eyes" for the insurance underwriter, who is generally in another area and confined to an office. Inspectors set their own hours and work schedules in which they organize to accommodate the needs of our clients. Insurance Inspector Independent Contractor Qualifications: • Be an energetic individual capable of completing a high volume of insurance inspections., • Be motivated, analytical, resourceful, decisive, and have good problem-solving skills., • Have solid written, composition and verbal communication skills., • Have a strong desire to succeed and work independently with limited direction & guidance., • Be self-disciplined, organized and able to manage an aggressive workload and have the ability to prioritize and schedule inspections timely and efficiently., • A Microsoft Windows based PC Windows 10, • Google Chrome or Edge and Microsoft Internet Explorer 11, • Adobe Acrobat Reader, • Broadband internet connection, • Digital camera or smart phone capable of interfacing with your PC, • Color inkjet or laser printer, • Reliable, insured transportation and valid driver's license, • A measuring wheel, monopod and a clipboard. If you meet the above criteria, please submit your resume, accompanied by a short, but precise, cover letter explaining why you feel you are suited for this position. Candidates are subject to criminal background checks. If you meet our qualifications you will be contacted immediately.

Job Description Design dream escapes. Work from anywhere in the US. Live the story. Are you the kind of person who plans imaginary vacations for fun? Do your friends call you the travel whisperer? If your heart beats faster at the thought of curating once-in-a-lifetime journeys from Bali beach bungalows to Mediterranean cruises this might just be your calling. Affinity Travels is on the lookout for a Remote Travel Planner to join our remote team of travel creatives. Whether you are a seasoned travel pro or a passionate explorer with a knack for planning, this is your chance to turn wanderlust into a lifestyle. Zero experience no obstacle - come with passion! What You Will Do • Craft personalized travel itineraries to destinations across the globe from Tokyo to Tulum, Santorini to the Seychelles, • Plan unforgettable cruise experiences, including Caribbean escapes and European voyages, • Match clients with the perfect stays, experiences, and local gems based on their vibe and vision, • Stay ahead of travel trends, visa updates, and global happenings, • Build lasting relationships through empathy, creativity, and concierge-level service, • Collaborate with trusted partners to deliver seamless, joy-filled journeys What We Offer, • Remote-first freedom: Work from anywhere with Wi-Fi and wanderlust, • Flexible schedule: Part-time, full-time, or full-moon your hours, your rhythm, • Commission, bonuses, • Insider perks: Access to exclusive travel tools, rates, and industry goodies, • Full training and personal development, • Supportive crew: A team that has got your back, your bookings, and your big ideas Who You Are, • A natural storyteller with a love for travel and human connection, • Organized, self-driven, and obsessed with the details that make a trip unforgettable, • Experienced in travel, hospitality, or just wildly passionate about helping others explore the world, • Fluent in English or Spanish (or both!) Why This Role Matters Because the world is waiting and someone needs to help people find their way to it. You will be the spark behind honeymoons in the Maldives, solo soul-searching in Morocco, and family reunions in Tuscany. You wont just plan trips you will craft memories. Apply now. The world is calling. Will you answer?

The New York Independent System Operator (NYISO) manages the efficient flow of electricity on more than 11,000 circuit-miles of high-voltage transmission lines, dispatching power from hundreds of generating units across the state. The NYISO's Market Structures department invites applications for a full-time Project Manager. We are looking for an individual who is a self-starter, enjoys working in a dynamic team environment and possesses excellent requirement elicitation and relationship management skills. As Project Manager, you will fulfill Project Management leadership and coordination roles with accountability for achieving successful project results. Direct the work of project team members, monitor close adherence to project schedules, effectively use project management principles, oversee day-to-day project activities, provide timely reporting of project status and budget and interact regularly with employees in other groups, senior management and project stakeholders. Provide Project Management services principally to one assigned product group. Must be a self-motivated professional who displays effective leadership in a team-based environment. Have experience working in a dynamic changing environment, with a commitment to providing value- based customer service, the ability to anticipate and address stakeholder needs. Display a clear understanding of internal and external stakeholder needs. Have experience in managing multiple competing priorities, use of good judgment, problem-solving and decision-making skills and a thorough knowledge and experience with software development life cycle methodology along with vendor management experience. ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES • Manage project activities through the effective use of project management principles, best practices and methodologies adopted by NYISO to achieve timely project completion and to meet the defined project business objectives., • Develop and execute project plans for assigned NYISO initiatives, in a matrix capacity with project team members throughout the organization., • Manage RFP / RFI processes, plan and present vendor selection recommendations in coordination with NYISO Procurement and in conjunction with the project team members., • Manage vendor budget and relationships. Identify and manage project-related risks, measure and report on timely basis., • Present recommendations for effective consensus decision making, taking into consideration risk analysis and impact assessment for project milestones., • Review project progress on a regular basis, analyze and assess information from various sources to develop accurate status reporting. Make recommendations and / or implement corrective action when deviations are found., • Develop project resource plan and cost estimates. Monitor actual project expenditures against project estimates and budget. Provide accurate and timely budget reporting. Maintain effective communication and coordination with all project stakeholders to ensure that business objectives are met, and any changes are clearly communicated. Recommend process improvements and influence change across the organization., • Possess in-depth knowledge of project management principles, best practices, processes and tools used to effectively manage projects., • Actively participate in Project Management Working Group meetings., • Support NYISO strategic and business plan objectives. QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Economics, Information Technology or related technical field required., • Five years of demonstrated success in managing project development life-cycle processes and practical experience creating, monitoring and maintaining technical project plans in a multi-project environment; or equivalent combination of education, training and experience., • Demonstrated success / advanced knowledge of vendor selection (RFP/RFI processes), project planning, estimating, risk management and budgeting., • Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence across the organization; strong aptitude in understanding complex business processes; superior interpersonal skills, • Excellent verbal and written communication and organizational skills., • Experience in multiple development approaches, including Waterfall and Agile, is desirable, • Project Management Professional ® (PMP) certification as defined by the Project Management Institute (PMI) is desirable, • Knowledge of electric power systems or wholesale electric markets is a plus. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS • Must have excellent verbal and written communication and organizational skills. Ability to read, analyze and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from market participants, regulatory agencies or members of the business community. Ability to write speeches, and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups and/or board of directors., • Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference and fundamentals of algebra. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations., • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written oral, diagram or schedule form., • Intermediate competency in Windows operating environment using MS Office suite of applications to include: MS Project, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Internet Explorer. Must have an understanding of the functionality of various IT software and hardware architectures and ability to apply that knowledge within the NYISO systems and wholesale energy marketplace. PHYSICAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to perform routine office tasks. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. WORK ENVIRONMENT The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Contact with staff and public will occur. Travel may be required to attend and/or conduct meetings, conferences and training. This position may require work on nights, weekends or holidays. At the NYISO, we realize the importance of balancing the availability of remote work with the inherent value of bringing people together to attain success in the areas of maximum collaboration, relationship building and growth, teamwork, innovation and problem solving, as well as professional development and mentoring. In this role, you will be required to work onsite from our Rensselaer, NY location several days per workweek, with the option to work remotely on the remaining days. You will also be expected to respond to all business needs that may require any increase to the regular onsite requirements. The NYISO takes pride in recruiting, developing and retaining highly talented individuals. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a comprehensive benefits package and innovative reward programs. All offers of employment will be made contingent upon the successful completion of a drug screening and background check. The NYISO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such, does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices. Salary Range $89,600 - $149,400 USD Create a Job Alert Interested in building your career at New York ISO? Get future opportunities sent straight to your email. Create alert

The New York Independent System Operator (NYISO) manages the efficient flow of electricity on more than 11,000 circuit-miles of high-voltage transmission lines, dispatching power from hundreds of generating units across the state. The New York Independent System Operator (NYISO) works to make the power grid smarter by developing and deploying innovative information technology solutions to meet New York's dynamic energy needs. The NYISO's Operations department invites applications for a full-time Power Systems Application Engineer. The Power Systems Application Engineer will update and maintain the electric power system model used by the Energy Management System (EMS), Business Management System (BMS), Outage Scheduling System (OUS), Dispatcher Training Simulator (DTS) and the Transmission Congestion Contract (TCC) applications. Provide support in maintaining all SCADA/EMS advanced applications such as State Estimator (SE) and Security Analysis (SA). Provide support in defining and maintaining all the ICCP links and measurement data in Ranger SCADA system, which are required for all EMS and BMS applications. Maintain and support the new control center video wall, side wall visualization displays, and all hand drawn station one-line diagrams along with tabular displays. Also provide support in updating and maintaining the Power System Explorer/Data Engineering (PSE/DE) Tool software. Develop and apply a working knowledge of the New York State high voltage transmission system and the network model database software to support the NYISO market and security functions. Support the real-time power system analysis, primarily the estate estimator and contingency analysis functions. Support and maintain Phasor Measurement Units (PMU) data. and all hand drawn station one-line diagrams ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES • Maintain the transmission network and generation resource models that are used to support the day-Ahead and Real-Time energy markets as well as the basis for the TCC market., • Ensure integrity of such power system models by development and implementation of Business Owner Quality Assurance procedures., • Develop and implement ICCP data requirements to support the ISO State Estimation function in coordination with NY Transmission Owners and neighboring control areas., • Provide Power System Operations Dispatcher support and Operator training for all EMS applications such as, DLF, and SCADA., • Develop and maintain software and operating procedures to address special market and operating conditions., • Maintain and support modeling and software changes to support new resource types that are emerging to replace older generating units., • Maintain and support modeling and software changes to support aggregations which include the metering and dispatch signals to these devices., • Support in supplying additional power system models to NYISO teams for the purpose of testing and training on emerging resource technologies and the software changes that are needed, • Maintain and support sub zonal tie lines definition and associated PI measurement data for Billing and Settlement applications, • Maintain rating database., • Maintain and implement real-time security analysis functions., • Maintain and support Common Information Model (CIM) station one-line diagrams and all hand drawn station one-lines and tabular displays for Real-Time operation functions., • Maintain and validate PMPC test data to support Network Model update and provide data support & coordination with Member Relations., • Maintain and support the Wide Area View visualization applications., • Maintain and support Phasor Measurement Units (PMU) data, • Maintain and support the control center one-line diagram and the side wall visualization displays., • Maintain and support enhanced State Estimation., • Maintain and support the Power System Explorer/Data Engineering (PSE/DE) Tool software. Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree (BS) in Electrical Engineering and coursework in power systems, electrical engineering, power system components (generation and transmission equipment, concepts and principles) and mathematical modeling of power system components required; Master's degree (MS) in Electrical Engineering desired., • Three to five years of experience in power system engineering, unit commitment operation, operations or related discipline; working knowledge of state estimator programs desired; or equivalent combination of education, training and experience. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS • Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or government regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, vendors, Market Participants and the general public., • Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations., • Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. Ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, etc.) in its most difficult phases. Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables., • Intermediate competency in Windows operating environment using MS Office applications, database spreadsheets, e-mail and internet programs. Working knowledge of UNIX desired. PHYSICAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to perform routine office tasks. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. WORK ENVIRONMENT The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Contact with staff and public will occur. Travel may be required to attend and/or conduct meetings, conferences and training. This position may require work on nights, weekends or holidays. At the NYISO, we realize the importance of balancing the availability of remote work with the inherent value of bringing people together to attain success in the areas of maximum collaboration, relationship building and growth, teamwork, innovation and problem solving, as well as professional development and mentoring. In this role, you will be required to work onsite from our Rensselaer, NY location several days per workweek, with the option to work remotely on the remaining days. You will also be expected to respond to all business needs that may require any increase to the regular onsite requirements. The NYISO takes pride in recruiting, developing and retaining highly talented individuals. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a comprehensive benefits package and innovative reward programs. All offers of employment will be made contingent upon the successful completion of a drug screening and background check. The NYISO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such, does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices. Salary Range $78,500 - $131,100 USD Create a Job Alert Interested in building your career at New York ISO? Get future opportunities sent straight to your email. Create alert

Job Description Come grow with us! Lemieux & Associates, a national leader in the investigative industry, is seeking experienced Field Investigators in the Albany, NY or surrounding area. This is a full-time position for the right individual. The owners are entrepreneurial, experienced field investigators, each with over 25 years of experience. We understand the job and never forgot our roots in the field. We are dedicated professionals with a motivational management style with proven ability to recruit, develop and direct highly successful teams that consistently excel. You must have surveillance experience as a Private Investigator and reside in the Albany or surrounding area. Please submit your resume and complete the questionnaire. If you do not complete the questionnaire, your resume will not be accepted. Job Description Field Investigator Job Classification: Non-Exempt Position Summary: A majority of the work activity involves field surveillance requiring the investigator to obtain high quality videotape documentation of claimants who have filed workers compensation and liability/personal injury claims. Investigators are also responsible for submitting accurate and timely reports regarding the results of their investigations. In addition, investigators conduct background investigations, scene diagrams, neighborhood canvasses, activity checks, and locates. The Field Investigator performs their duties using the highest legal and ethical investigative standards while efficiently utilizing time and resources to provide outstanding investigative services. Essential Job Functions: • Adequately prepares for each assignment by reviewing client special handling instructions, case objectives, and all case information prior to initiating investigative activities., • Conducts assigned field investigations and initiates surveillance activities including photography or videotape activities to obtain requested evidence., • Reviews court records and records at various other governmental offices to obtain necessary information to complete background checks., • Communicates effectively with Case Manager, Assistant Case Manager, and client regarding progress of assigned cases, and recommendations for further initiatives., • Reviews documentation collected and makes recommendations for securing additional background information that may be needed for the case., • Consistently completes investigations according to client's special handling instructions., • Completes assignments on or before assigned deadlines., • Ensures confidentiality of all information obtained through investigative activities., • Manages assigned cases until closing while maintaining accurate and well-organized case files. Effectively utilizes available resources, including Internet, to complete assignments., • Testifies to the facts collected in any hearing or court of law., • Other assignments and projects as dictated by business need or management direction. Required Skills and Abilities: • Digital video camcorder use and operation, • Working Knowledge of Windows, Microsoft Office, Internet Explorer, and Adobe Acrobat, • Effective written communication/ skills and report writing, • Strong organizational and time management skills, • Demonstrated strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to effectively build rapport, • Flexibility to work varied/irregular hours and days including holidays and weekends, • Able to work well independently, • Able to travel extensively throughout assigned territory and effectively manage expenses Qualifications: • Experience conducting surveillance as a private investigator is a must, • Experience conducting SIU/Claims investigations is preferred but not required, • Bi-lingual is a plus, • Associates/Bachelor, Degree in Criminal Justice or Related Field is a plus, • Ability to conduct written and recorded statements is a plus, • Ability to accurately photograph evidence i.e., accident scenes, vehicle damage, etc. is a plus, • Ability and willingness to travel as necessary, • Flexibility to work varied/irregular hours and days, • Strong computer and Internet skills, • Possess a valid state-issued driver's license, • Possess a reliable vehicle, digital camera and computer with Windows Operating System, Microsoft Word and Internet connection, • Must have the personal pride to get your work product in on time, • Competitive starting pay, • Travel time compensation, • Report writing compensation, • FT positions are offered the following benefits: Medical, Dental, 401K, Paid Vacation and Paid Holidays Physical Demands and Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is typically in the community. The employee is regularly required to spend long periods of time in an automobile or other location for surveillance purposes. Regularly operates a video camera, computer, and cellular telephone. Communicates on a regular basis with supervisors, clients, and staff via telephone and email. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.