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BUSINESS (INCLUDES MANAGEMENT/HUMAN RESOURCES/ACCOUNTING)

Vision Financial Group is seeking individuals who have a desire to start their own business as an independent financial advisor. In order for Vision Financial Group to be interested in you, you must be a self-starter who has strong skills in the following areas: leadership, listening skills, responsibility, trustworthiness, confidence, coachability, disciplined, and a high level of maturity. In addition, we expect applicants to have strong resumes and extracurricular involvement in addition to their education or current employment.

www.vision-financial-group.com

Cindy L. Vandenburg
Executive Assistant
Vision Financial Group
206 6th Ave. Suite 920
Des Moines, IA 50309-4025

(800) 558-7605 or (515) 243-2222 ext. 309

Securities offered through ING Financial Partners, Inc.,
Member SIPC
Vision Financial Group is not a subsidiary of or
controlled by ING Financial Partners, Inc

What’s Does a NSS Retention Agent Do?

Retention agents contact policyholders by phone to conduct policy reviews on their existing policies, and look for opportunities to up-sell and cross-sell our other products

Our Agents:

• Become licensed to retain, cross-sell, up-sell, and sell personal lines (auto, home, umbrella) products to the public in multiple states.

• Make outbound telephone calls and perform follow-up work as required.

• Respond to objections successfully.

• Work in rapidly changing circumstances.

• Call out to existing policyholders and offer to conduct a customer care review of their existing policy.

• Cope with strict deadlines or time demands.

• Educate customers with recommended needed protection in case of accident, loss or disaster.

• Cope with anger or hostility of another person.

• Provide customers with peace of mind through the judicious use of up-selling coverage and cross-selling additional products.

• Deal productively with rejection.

• Prepare for problems/opportunities in advance.

• Meet sales goals to receive incentives and satisfactory performance rating.

• Have possible careers in sales, supervision, underwriting, data management, quality assurance, training, customer service, and other areas.

Who Should Apply?

We are looking for individuals who can show they have what it takes to become a future NSS Retention Agent at Nationwide.

• Strong communication skills

• Basic computer skills

• Customer service experience desirable

• Interest in insurance

• Strong negotiation skills

• Decision making ability

• Ability to work independently

The Position Offers:

• Base salary of $34,200 with incentive opportunities after training based on production

• Schedule will be 11:30am-8:00pm Monday through Friday, except during training when the hours are 8:00am – 4:30 pm Monday through Friday

How Can I Apply?

If you’re qualified, and interested in Nationwide’s NSS Retention Agent, please apply on our website (www.nationwide.com/careers) for requisition 41459 or e-mail your resume to jensenw2@nationwide.com.

Office Manager

To run day to day operations for small social service agency and supervise reception staff. Qualified applicants must be proficient in Microsoft Word/Excel. Qualified applicants should be very detailed oriented in tracking data on clients for billable units and accounts receivable for services rendered to those clients. Medical billing experience is preferred but not needed. Competitive pay and benefits package that include health care, dental coverage, and life insurance policy.

Contact – Lucas Millage

Stepping Stone Family Services

515-313-7798

 

EDUCATION

ESL Teachers in China: The U.S. Chinese Cultural Center is looking for people to teach conversational English skills to Chinese students who have had formal English reading and writing classes but need help adopting an American accent. Program uses graduates and alumni from any major during a renewable 10-12 month term. Round-trip airfare reimbursed by host school at completion of contract. Free housing, paid vacations, and the opportunity to learn Chinese at the same school where you teach English. Free TESL Training/Certification. Summer school programs available on a limited basis. Applicant should have a bachelor's degree, good public speaking skills with a  standard American accent, flexibility and adaptability to foreign cultures and customs. Teaching experience or international work experience a plus. Valid U.S. passport required to obtain a Visa. To apply: apply online at www.chineseculturecenter.org. (open)

Teach in China: Have you ever wondered what life would be like in a new country? If the answer to this question is YES then teaching in a Chinese University or Public School would be the experience of a lifetime for you!! You would teach in Wuhan, primarily, and a variety of locations throughout mainland China. The major requirements are: University degree or Associates Degree/College Diploma in any discipline. Hours are 14 -18 hours per week from Monday - Friday. Salary range is from RMB 5000 - 6500 (630 - 775 US). Free furnished apartment with utilities and round-trip airfare provided. Includes paid 2-week winter vacation and all national holidays. Medical insurance is provided. Contract length is one year (extendable if mutually agreed upon by both parties). If interested, e-mail: davidson@iandrs.com or visit http://www.iandrs.com/. (open)

Teach in Japan: Ever wonder what it is like to live in, not just visit, a different country? Are you a flexible, trustworthy individual with a university degree (or about to get one)? If the answer to all these questions is YES then teaching in Japan as an Assistant Language Teacher (ALT) within the public school system for six months or a full year would be the experience of a lifetime for you!! Salary is 144,334.00 Yen (1427.00 CDN/ 1216.00 US) per month (with a paid apartment and AFTER taxes of 8000.00 Yen) for teaching Monday to Friday on a regular school schedule. If you do not want company housing, your salary would be 204,334.00 Yen (2020.00 CDN/1722.00 US) per month. Includes end of contract bonus of 5,000 yen for each month with a perfect attendance record. Comprehensive training included. The bulk of their positions begin in September and March where you can work one, six month contract and then begin another or take a new job. Additionally, they also have positions beginning each month! Contact Ian via e-mail at davidson@iandrs.com for further information. (open)

Teach in Thailand: Currently looking for people to teach in Thailand as an English teacher for Super Language School for a year. To apply, you must have a university degree and be eligible for a passport. Salary is 250 Baht per hour. The average salary is over 23,500 Baht per month or 630 US dollars. 18-25 teaching hours per week (Saturdays and Sundays off). One year contract & all one year visas provided by school. Includes free accommodation in a private, furnished house within walking distance of the school, full training, 10 paid holidays in the first contract year, 20,000 Baht contract completion bonus, 5,000 Baht end of contract performance bonus, monthly Internet bonus, comprehensive orientation about Surat Thani and the nearby islands, free Muay Thai classes at the Surat Thani Martial Arts Academy, free Thai cooking classes, and opportunity for a two month break to thoroughly explore Thailand and the surrounding areas. If interested, contact Ian via e-mail at davidson@iandrs.com for further information. (open)

Teach in Vietnam: Currently looking for people to teach in ILA schools in Vietnam for twelve months. Highly competitive monthly salary (1400 US per month net). Visa and work permits organized and paid for by ILA. Relocation allowance (750 US) & Paid national holidays (approximately 10 days per annum). Other benefits include: World-class facilities and teaching resources, dedicated academic management team support and on-going professional development, opportunities to get involved in ILA's charitable network, option to transfer between their training centers and to progress into senior positions, initial accommodation and airport pickup provided free of charge upon arrival, free Vietnamese language lessons, great social network including quarterly and annual social events, paid by the school, and option to take one of our Cambridge Teacher Training Courses; CELTA (Certificate in English Language Training to Adults), CELTYL (Certificate in Teaching English to Young Learners) and DELTA (Diploma in English Language Teaching to Adults). If interested, visit http://www.iandrs.com/ or e-mail Ian at davidson@iandrs.com. (open)

 

SCIENCES

Lab Support Contact Name: Anne Nelson Contact Email: anne.nelson@onassignment.com Address: 1200 Valley West Dr. Ste 502 City: West Des Moines Phone: 515.440.6447 Web Address: www.labsupport.com Full-time Description of Vacancy: - Preparation of environmental, food, and agricultural samples for elemental analysis. - Follow established standard operating procedures and operation of instrumentation that may include AA and/or ICP.. - Sample preparation and organization of retain samples - Data entry and analysis - Compile reports as needed. - Maintain neat and orderly lab environment Benefits & Rewards: *Complete benefits including medical with premium reduction after 8 weeks, dental, short-term disability, life insurance, 401(k) plan *Paid Holidays *Referral bonuses *Appreciation bonuses and More!! Qualifications/Majors Desired: BS/BA Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, or related or equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Appcation Procedure: To Apply: Email resume, apply online, or call Anne Nelson Anne.nelson@onassignment.com www.labsupport.com 515.440.6447 Closing Date: Leave Open:Yes

Last Updated: 11/18/11