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sr certification / compliance officer

sr certification compliance officer

City of Chicago, IL

<div></div><div><div><b>Job Number:</b> <b>413395</b></div><div><div>
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Description</b><div></div><div><b><br>
BID/JOB ANNOUNCEMENT</b></div><div></div><div><b>
Sr. Certification Compliance Officer</b></div><div></div><div><b>
Department of Procurement Services</b></div><div><b>
(Contracting Equity)</b></div><div><b>
Number of Positions: 1</b></div><div><b>
(Additional vacancies possible pending budget approval)</b></div><div><b>
Starting Salary: $96,516</b></div><div></div><div><b>
This position is open to the public and all current City employees covered under the City&rsquo;s collective bargaining agreement with AMERICAN FEDERATION OF STATE, COUNTY, AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES (AFSCME) &ndash; BARGAINING UNITS 1, 3, 4 &amp; 5. Only employees in City job titles in this bargaining unit are eligible to bid.</b></div><div></div><div><b>
BID INSTRUCTIONS:</b><b> Apply on the bid site: </b><b>https://chicago.taleo.net/careersection/103/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en</b><b> AND</b></div><div></div><div><b>
1. Check the box on your profile titled &ldquo;Currently employed by the City of Chicago.&rdquo;</b></div><div><b>
2. Enter your employee ID (located on your pay stub labeled &lsquo;payee/employee number&rsquo;)</b></div><div><b>
3. Select your correct bargaining unit</b></div><div></div><div><b>
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS WILL RESULT IN A REJECTED BID APPLICATION</b></div><div></div><div><b>
Applications for this position will be accepted until 11:59 pm CDT on 12/30/202</b><b>5</b></div><div></div><div>
Under the supervision of a senior officer, evaluates and provides direction to lower-level officers, evaluating applications from businesses seeking certification from the City as a minority-owned and women-owned business enterprise (MBE/WBE), a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE), BEPD ( business enterprise owned by people with Disabilities, ACDBE (airport concessions disadvantaged business enterprise and other certification programs. Conducts and oversees site visits of construction projects to monitor contract compliance with MBE/WBE requirements, EEO and CRO guidelines, and other federal, state, and local requirements. Conducts close-out audits to evaluate overall contract compliance by vendors</div><div></div><div><b>
ESSENTIAL DUTIES</b></div><div></div><ul><li> Conducts second-level review and evaluation of applications from business enterprises seeking certifications for the City&rsquo;s certification programs, analyzing applications and support documents to verify full disclosure of ownership, finances, and control of the business enterprise</li></ul><div></div><ul><li> Reviews reports prepared by lower-level Officers to ensure completeness of applications and compliance with certification requirements; provides guidance and direction to staff in conducting further review and analysis as needed in order to complete assessments; ensures the quality of work performed by lower-level Officers</li></ul><div></div><ul><li> Provides direction to staff and works with applicants to resolve issues surrounding clarification of information on the application and missing information; requests additional supporting documents, and may conduct site visits to audit vendors&rsquo; operations to verify business ownership and operations</li></ul><div></div><ul><li> Makes recommendations on whether businesses meet certification eligibility requirements, and prepares written assessments and application summaries recommending approval or denial to management</li></ul><div></div><ul><li><br>
 Confers with management on legal and complex issues relating to applications and compliance</li></ul><div></div><ul><li> Interprets policies and guidelines of the City&rsquo;s certification programs and contract compliance requirements, and regulations to lower-level staff, contractors, business owners, and departmental managers</li></ul><div></div><ul><li> Participates and leads outreach events/efforts on behalf of unit to provide information and promote the City&rsquo;s certification and compliance programs; leads workshops, providing technical assistance and information to participants to explain the application process and certification and compliance requirements</li><li> Meets with contractors and city personnel to explain M/W/DBE, EEO (Equal Employment Opportunity), CRO (Chicago Residency Ordinance) contract compliance and reporting requirements and penalties for non-compliance</li></ul><div></div><ul><li> Conducts and oversees site visits of construction projects to monitor contract compliance with MBE/WBE requirements, EEO and CRO guidelines, and other federal, state, and local requirements</li></ul><div></div><ul><li> Conducts close-out audits to evaluate overall contract compliance by vendors</li></ul><div></div><ul><li> Provides training to lower-level staff on the division&rsquo;s operating and work procedures</li></ul><div></div><div><i>
Additional duties may be required for this position</i></div><div></div><div><b>
Location:</b><b> </b>121 N LaSalle, also upward 2-3 days @ O&rsquo;Hare Airport</div><div><b>
Days:</b> Monday - Friday, Off-days Saturday and Sunday</div><div><b>
Hours:</b> 8:30 am &ndash; 4:30 pm</div><div></div><div><b>
THIS POSITION IS IN THE CAREER SERVICE</b></div></div><div><div><br>
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Qualifications</b><div></div><div><b><br>
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION</b></div><div><b>
Education, Training, and Experience</b></div><ul><li> Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a directly related field, plus four (4) years of professional work experience involving the review and analysis of financial records, OR program auditing/ monitoring work, OR work involving fact-finding analysis and investigative research and reporting</li></ul><div>
</div><div> Should the above criteria not be fulfilled, the following options are acceptable:</div><ul><li> Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree or higher in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a directly related field, plus three (3) years of professional work experience involving the review and analysis of financial records, OR program auditing/ monitoring work, OR work involving fact-finding analysis and investigative research and reporting</li></ul><p><b>
Educational &amp; Employment Verification:</b></p><p>
Please be advised that if you are selected to be hired, you must provide, upon request, adequate information regarding your education and employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position for which you are applying. If you received your degree internationally, all international transcripts/diplomas must be accompanied by a Foreign Credential Evaluation. If the City of Chicago cannot verify this information, any offer extended to you will be withdrawn and you will not be hired.</p><div>
</div><div></div><div><b>For Information on our employees' benefits, please visit our benefits website at:</b></div><div><b>
https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/fin/benefits-office.html</b></div><div><b>
</b></div><div><b>For Information on our salary and title structure, visit our classifications website at:</b></div><div><b>
https://www.chicago.gov/content/dam/city/depts/dhr/supp_info/JobClassification/2025_Classification_and_Pay_Plan.pdf</b></div><div>
</div><p><b>APPLICATION EVALUATION:</b><b> </b>Initial evaluation will be based on information provided on the application and the documents submitted. Department of Human Resources staff will review applications after the final posting date. Staff will follow any and all required Employment/Hiring Plan provisions, federal, state, and local laws, and Collective Bargaining Agreements when applicable. Staff will apply hiring preferences as required by the municipal code. Placement on an eligibility list is not an offer or guarantee of an interview or employment with the City of Chicago.</p><p><b>
COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY:</b> To further our commitment to hiring applicants with diverse experience, the City of Chicago has adopted the following ordinances: 2-74-020 and 2-74-075. The ordinances provide a preference to applicants who meet minimum qualifications and who are veterans of the Armed Forces, and/or residents of Socio-Economically Disadvantaged Areas (SEDA), and/or Chicago Public School (CPS) high school graduates, to be referred to departments for consideration. <b><i>These hiring preferences do not apply to bidders, as Collective Bargaining Agreements define the hiring process for bidders.</i></b><b><i> </i></b><b><i>For positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement, bidders will be considered before external candidates.</i></b><b> </b>To learn more about our hiring practices, click here.</p><div><b>
ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT.</b></div><div><b>
</b></div><div><b>The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Military Friendly, and Fair Chance Employer.</b></div><div><b>
</b></div><div><b>City of Chicago</b></div><div>
Brandon Johnson, Mayor</div><div><br>
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</div></div><div><b>Job Posting</b><b>:</b> Dec 16, 2025, 12:00:00 AM | <b>Closing Date (Period for Applying) - External</b>: Dec 30, 2025, 11:59:00 PM</div><div>
 <b>Salary</b><b>:</b> 96,516 <b>Pay Basis</b><b>:</b>Yearly</div></div>

SR CERTIFICATION / COMPLIANCE OFFICER

Nonni's Bakery

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   Position: Head of Procurement
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   Reporting to: CEO
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   Chicago, IL (Hybrid)
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   About Nonni's
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  Founded in 1988 as a homage to an Italian grandmother, Nonni's Food Group is the leading Biscotti maker in the world and a recognized producer, marketer, and distributor of branded premium specialty cookies and healthier baked goods in North America. Our brands include Nonni's&reg;, THINaddictives&reg;, and La Dolce Vita&reg;, which are found in grocery, mass, club, and online retailers everywhere.
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  The Head of Procurement is a strategic leader responsible for overseeing the procurement of ingredients and packaging necessary for Nonni's production. This executive role will develop and implement procurement strategies, manage supplier relationships, ensure compliance with food safety standards, and optimize business value while maintaining quality. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, this position will collaborate closely with operations, finance, quality assurance, and logistics to ensure a seamless supply chain and the Chief Procurement Officer within the Ecosystem.
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   Strategic Leadership &amp; Supply Chain Optimization
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   Develop and implement procurement strategies to ensure the timely and cost-effective acquisition of ingredients and supplies
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   Manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and evaluate supplier performance
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   Monitor market trends and identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements
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   Conduct risk assessments and develop contingency plans to mitigate supply chain disruptions
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   Prepare and manage procurement budgets, forecasts, and reports
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   Compliance &amp; Quality Management
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   Ensure compliance with food safety standards and regulations
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   Partner with quality assurance to maintain ingredient and packaging specifications
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   Implement sustainable procurement practices aligned with company values
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   Drive continuous improvement in procurement processes and systems
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   Cross-Functional Leadership
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   Collaborate with production, quality assurance, and logistics teams to ensure a seamless supply chain
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   Present strategic insights and recommendations to executive leadership
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   Serve as the company's subject matter expert on procurement and supplier management
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   Coordinate with finance on cost projections and budget planning
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   Team Leadership
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   Lead and mentor the procurement team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement
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   Establish clear performance metrics and drive accountability
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   Ensure team members have the tools, training, and resources needed to excel
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   Create a culture of analytical excellence and professional development
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   Experience
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   7+ years of progressive experience in procurement, preferably within the food industry
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   Proven track record of leading successful procurement initiatives and supplier management
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   Strong understanding of food safety standards and regulations
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   Experience managing complex procurement projects and negotiations
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   Prior director-level experience preferred
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   Strategic vision with ability to translate market intelligence into executable procurement strategies
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   Advanced negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills
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   Exceptional leadership skills with demonstrated ability to influence across organizational levels
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   Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
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   Proficiency in procurement software and tools
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   Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
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   Education
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   Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or related field required
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   MBA or related advanced degree strongly preferred
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   Working Conditions
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   Hybrid work arrangement based in Chicago office
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   Approximately 20% travel required to visit suppliers, manufacturing sites, and key business locations
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   Nonni's Bakery is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute their unique talents and perspectives. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our approach thrives on diverse viewpoints and backgrounds. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.
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Head of Procurement

Information Technology Senior Management Forum

<div><div><p>Posted Date</p>
<p>12/12/2025</p>
</div><div><p>Description</p>
<div>Senior Lead Software Engineer, Back End<p>
Do you love building and pioneering in the technology space? Do you enjoy solving complex business problems in a fast-paced, collaborative, inclusive, and iterative delivery environment? At Capital One, you'll be part of a big group of makers, breakers, doers and disruptors, who love to solve real problems and meet real customer needs. We are seeking Back End Software Engineers who are passionate about marrying data with emerging technologies. As a Capital One Software Engineer, you&rsquo;ll have the opportunity to be on the forefront of driving a major transformation within Capital One.</p><p>
What You&rsquo;ll Do:</p><ul><li>
Lead a portfolio of diverse technology projects and a team of developers with deep experience in distributed microservices, and full stack systems to create solutions that help meet regulatory needs for the company</li><li>
Share your passion for staying on top of tech trends, experimenting with and learning new technologies, participating in internal &amp; external technology communities, mentoring other members of the engineering community, and from time to time, be asked to code or evaluate code</li><li>
Collaborate with digital product managers, and deliver robust cloud-based solutions that drive powerful experiences to help millions of Americans achieve financial empowerment</li><li>
Utilize programming languages like Java, Python, SQL, Node, Go, and Scala, Open Source RDBMS and NoSQL databases, Container Orchestration services including Docker and Kubernetes, and a variety of AWS tools and services</li></ul><p>
Basic Qualifications:</p><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree</li><li>
At least 6 years of professional software engineering experience (Internship experience does not apply)</li><li>
At least 1 year experience with cloud computing (AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud)</li></ul><p>
Preferred Qualifications:</p><ul><li>
Master&rsquo;s Degree</li><li>
9+ years of experience in at least one of the following: Java, Scala, Python, Go, or Node.js</li><li>
3+ years of experience with AWS, GCP, Azure, or another cloud service</li><li>
4+ years of experience in open source frameworks</li><li>
1+ years of people management experience</li><li>
2+ years of experience in Agile practices</li></ul><p><i>
Capital One will consider sponsoring a new qualified applicant for employment authorization for this position.</i></p><p>
The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount Capital One is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked.</p>
Chicago, IL: $204,900 - $233,800 for Sr. Lead Software Engineer<br>
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McLean, VA: $225,400 - $257,200 for Sr. Lead Software Engineer<br>
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Richmond, VA: $204,900 - $233,800 for Sr. Lead Software Engineer<p></p><p><br>
Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate&rsquo;s offer letter.</p>
This role is also eligible to earn performance based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long term incentives (LTI). Incentives could be discretionary or non discretionary depending on the plan.<p>
Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being. Learn more at the Capital One Careers website. Eligibility varies based on full or part-time status, exempt or non-exempt status, and management level.</p>
This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days.No agencies please. Capital One is an equal opportunity employer (EOE, including disability/vet) committed to non-discrimination in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Capital One promotes a drug-free workplace. Capital One will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries, including, to the extent applicable, Article 23-A of the New York Correction Law; San Francisco, California Police Code Article 49, Sections 4901-4920; New York City&rsquo;s Fair Chance Act; Philadelphia&rsquo;s Fair Criminal Records Screening Act; and other applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding criminal background inquiries.<p>
If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Capital One Recruiting at 1-800-304-9102 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@capitalone.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.</p><p>
For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Careers@capitalone.com</p><p>
Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site.</p><p>
Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC).</p>
Senior Lead Software Engineer, Back End<p>
Do you love building and pioneering in the technology space? Do you enjoy solving complex business problems in a fast-paced, collaborative, inclusive, and iterative delivery environment? At Capital One, you'll be part of a big group of makers, breakers, doers and disruptors, who love to solve real problems and meet real customer needs. We are seeking Back End Software Engineers who are passionate about marrying data with emerging technologies. As a Capital One Software Engineer, you&rsquo;ll have the opportunity to be on the forefront of driving a major transformation within Capital One.</p><p>
What You&rsquo;ll Do:</p><ul><li>
Lead a portfolio of diverse technology projects and a team of developers with deep experience in distributed microservices, and full stack systems to create solutions that help meet regulatory needs for the company</li><li>
Share your passion for staying on top of tech trends, experimenting with and learning new technologies, participating in internal &amp; external technology communities, mentoring other members of the engineering community, and from time to time, be asked to code or evaluate code</li><li>
Collaborate with digital product managers, and deliver robust cloud-based solutions that drive powerful experiences to help millions of Americans achieve financial empowerment</li><li>
Utilize programming languages like Java, Python, SQL, Node, Go, and Scala, Open Source RDBMS and NoSQL databases, Container Orchestration services including Docker and Kubernetes, and a variety of AWS tools and services</li></ul><p>
Basic Qualifications:</p><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree</li><li>
At least 6 years of professional software engineering experience (Internship experience does not apply)</li><li>
At least 1 year experience with cloud computing (AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud)</li></ul><p>
Preferred Qualifications:</p><ul><li>
Master&rsquo;s Degree</li><li>
9+ years of experience in at least one of the following: Java, Scala, Python, Go, or Node.js</li><li>
3+ years of experience with AWS, GCP, Azure, or another cloud service</li><li>
4+ years of experience in open source frameworks</li><li>
1+ years of people management experience</li><li>
2+ years of experience in Agile practices</li></ul><p><i>
Capital One will consider sponsoring a new qualified applicant for employment authorization for this position.</i></p><p>
The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount Capital One is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked.</p>
Chicago, IL: $204,900 - $233,800 for Sr. Lead Software Engineer<br>
<p></p>
McLean, VA: $225,400 - $257,200 for Sr. Lead Software Engineer<br>
<p></p>
Richmond, VA: $204,900 - $233,800 for Sr. Lead Software Engineer<p></p><p><br>
Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate&rsquo;s offer letter.</p>
This role is also eligible to earn performance based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long term incentives (LTI). Incentives could be discretionary or non discretionary depending on the plan.<p>
Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being. Learn more at the Capital One Careers website. Eligibility varies based on full or part-time status, exempt or non-exempt status, and management level.</p>
This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days.No agencies please. Capital One is an equal opportunity employer (EOE, including disability/vet) committed to non-discrimination in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Capital One promotes a drug-free workplace. Capital One will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries, including, to the extent applicable, Article 23-A of the New York Correction Law; San Francisco, California Police Code Article 49, Sections 4901-4920; New York City&rsquo;s Fair Chance Act; Philadelphia&rsquo;s Fair Criminal Records Screening Act; and other applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding criminal background inquiries.<p>
If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Capital One Recruiting at 1-800-304-9102 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@capitalone.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.</p><p>
For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Careers@capitalone.com</p><p>
Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site.</p><p>
Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC).</p></div>
</div><div><p>Salary</p><p>
204,900.00 - 233,800.00 Annual</p>
</div><div></div><div><div><p>Type</p><div><p>
Full-time</p></div></div></div></div>

Senior Lead Software Engineer, Back End

AITX

<div><div><div><p><b>POSITION DESCRIPTION</b></p></div><div><p><b><br>
Job Title:</b></p><p><br>
Corporate Counsel</p></div><div><p><b><br>
Location</b></p><p><br>
Chicago</p></div><div><p><b><br>
Department</b></p><p><br>
Legal</p></div><div><p><b><br>
Reports To:</b></p><p><br>
SVP Legal, Compliance &amp; Risk Management</p></div><div><p><b><br>
FSLA Status:</b></p><p><br>
Exempt</p></div></div><p></p><p><b><br>
Job Summary</b></p><p>
Reporting to the SVP of Legal, Compliance &amp; Risk Management, the Corporate Counsel will provide legal support to and will partner closely with the Commercial, Portfolio and Operations Departments to draft and negotiate Master Lease Agreements, Riders, Amendments and third-party agreements while ensuring the company&rsquo;s interests are protected and aligned with AITX&rsquo;s business objectives.</p><p><b>
Job Duties</b></p><ul><li>
Draft and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements including, but not limited to, Master Lease Agreements, Riders, Amendments, third-party agreements, RFP&rsquo;s, Letters of Intent, Confidentiality Agreements, Licensing Agreements, etc.</li><li>
Responsible for performing redlines to and negotiation of all legal documents.</li><li>
Reviews work performed by the Contract Specialists.</li><li>
Conduct legal research in various areas of the law, relevant industry laws, rules and regulations.</li><li>
Provide support to the Sr. Directors of Legal, Compliance and Risk Management with insurance claims/loss incidents related to damage, product liability, accidents, and workers&rsquo; compensation.</li><li>
Other duties and responsibilities related to the Legal Department.</li></ul><p><b>
Experience, </b><b>Job Requirements</b><b> and </b><b>Education</b></p><ul><li>
Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and admission to and in good standing with the Illinois bar.</li><li>
Two (2) to four (4) years&rsquo; experience with a focus on contract drafting, review and negotiation.</li><li>
In-house Counsel, Transportation or Rail Fleet sector experience preferred but not required.</li><li>
Self-motivator with demonstrated experience with attention to detail, written and oral communication, organization, multi-tasking, working in a team atmosphere and adhering to tight deadlines.</li><li>
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and legal research skills.</li><li>
Strategic thinker with the ability to balance legal and business considerations.</li><li>
Desire to gain in-depth knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.</li></ul><p>
This is a general description of the Duties, Responsibilities and Qualifications required for this position. Physical, mental, sensory, or environmental demands may be referenced to communicate the way this position traditionally is performed. Whenever necessary to provide individuals with disabilities an equal employment opportunity, AITX will consider reasonable accommodations that might involve varying job requirements and/or changing the way this job is performed, provided that such accommodations do not pose an undue hardship.</p></div>

Corporate Counsel

YMCA

<div><div><div>We are The Y, an association that values and is made stronger by its diverse people.
</div><div><div>Job Description
</div><div><p>The <b>Vice President, Human Resources Operations </b>is the operational backbone and strategic right hand to the Chief People and Culture Officer. This leader brings deep generalist expertise across the full HR life cycle, paired with advanced knowledge in Total Rewards and positive employee relations.
</p><p>This role leads enterprise-wide HR operations, governance, compensation, benefits, HR policy, compliance, HR technology, and operational strategy. The VP ensures HR systems, policies, rewards programs, and operational practices are people centered, equity grounded, scalable, and responsive to a complex federated environment.
</p><p>Ideal candidates are seasoned HR leaders with executive depth in compensation and benefits, a strong employee relations philosophy, and a proven history of building trust, operational excellence, and clarity in large, multi-entity organizations.
</p><p><b>YMCA of the USA (Y-USA) embraces a remote-first working environment which means most employees work remotely from a home office within the continental United States.
</b></p><p><i>We offer a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, defined benefit plan (retirement savings), defined contribution plan (403(b) plan, life and disability insurances, technology stipend, and generous paid time off, all in a work from anywhere in the U.S. workplace.
</i></p></div></div><div><div>Qualifications
</div><div><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or related field.
</li><li>Total Rewards Certifications (Certified Compensation Professional or Certified Benefits Professional) Preferred.
</li><li>Significant progressive HR leadership experience in HR operations and Total Rewards, ideally in a large, matrixed, multi-site, or multi-entity organization.
</li><li>Advanced expertise in compensation structure design, job architecture, benefits strategy, pay equity, and reward system governance.
</li><li>Demonstrated leadership in positive employee relations, including investigations, conflict resolution, and complex performance matters.
</li><li>Strong experience with HRIS systems, HR technology strategy, data governance, and people analytics.
</li><li>Experience in mission driven or nonprofit organizations is highly desirable. Experience with federated models is a strong plus
</li></ul><p><b>KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
</b></p><ul><li>Advanced expertise in Total Rewards, including compensation design, benefits, market pricing, and long-term reward strategies.
</li><li>Strong positive employee relations foundation, including investigations, conflict management, complaint resolution, and coaching.
</li><li>Full HR life cycle expertise, including onboarding, development, performance, compensation, employee relations, and separations.
</li><li>Workforce planning capability, including forecasting, org design, talent mobility, and capacity planning.
</li><li>Secondary expertise in talent acquisition, learning and development, and performance management.
</li><li>Deep knowledge of employment law and HR compliance.
</li><li>Ability to build and lead high performing teams with clarity, coaching, and accountability.
</li><li>Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex HR topics into accessible language.
</li><li>Capacity for systems thinking, operational clarity, and continuous improvement.
</li><li>Ability to build trust across multiple levels, functions, geographies, and organizational identities.
</li></ul><p><b>WORK ENVIRONMENT AND TRAVEL
</b></p><ul><li>Based in Chicago at the Y-USA National Resource Office.
</li><li>May reside anywhere within the continental United States and work remotely or hybrid per policy.
</li><li>Travel required for team meetings, leadership gatherings, and Y-USA engagements.
</li></ul></div></div><div><div>Essential Functions
</div><div><p><b>HR Operations Leadership
</b></p><ul><li>Lead enterprise HR operations strategy and daily execution, including HR service delivery, HR policy development, HR compliance, and process improvement.
</li><li>Partner with HR leadership to oversee HR operational risk management, including policy governance, employment practices, and regulatory requirements.
</li><li>Create and refine an HR operations roadmap that enhances clarity, consistency, efficiency, and user experience across Y-USA.
</li><li>Help build a modern HR team structure that integrates HR Business Partners, Talent and Learning, Organizational Development, HR technology, and other enterprise functions.
</li><li>Ensure that operational practices support an enterprise consistent People and Culture strategy that remains adaptable within a federated model.
</li></ul><p><b>Total Rewards Strategy and Governance (Primary Focus)
</b></p><ul><li>Serve as the organization&rsquo;s senior expert for Total Rewards, including compensation, benefits, wellness, recognition, and reward philosophy.
</li><li>Lead the design, refinement, and governance of competitive, equitable compensation structures for all Y-USA roles.
</li><li>Oversee the strategy and administration of benefits, retirement plans, wellbeing programs, and recognition systems.
</li><li>Develop compensation and benefits scenario modeling, fiscal impact analysis, and long-term planning in partnership with Finance and the CPCO.
</li><li>Establish transparent governance, policies, communication plans, and education strategies related to Total Rewards.
</li><li>Ensure that all compensation and benefits programs are equitable, mission aligned, market based, and financially sustainable.
</li></ul><p><b>Positive Employee Relations and Culture
</b></p><ul><li>Provide organization wide leadership and guidance for positive employee relations.
</li><li>Oversee employee relations practices, investigations, conflict resolution, and workplace issue resolution that honor fairness, consistency, respect, and psychological safety.
</li><li>Coach and support leaders to build competency in performance conversations, conflict management, and equitable application of policy.
</li><li>Strengthen a culture of inclusion, belonging, accountability, and values alignment.
</li><li>Ensure all ER practices are aligned with federal and state laws, organizational values, and best practices in equitable leadership.
</li></ul><p><b>HR Technology, HRIS, and People Data
</b></p><ul><li>Oversee HR technology platforms, data strategy, and HRIS functionality in partnership with internal HR technology teams and Y-USA shared services partners.
</li><li>Serve as strategic partner and liaison to external shared services providers to ensure seamless integration of payroll, benefits administration, and related workflows.
</li><li>Build analytic tools, dashboards, and reporting capabilities that enable informed decisions related to retention, pay equity, workforce trends, workforce planning, and HR operations.
</li><li>Ensure that HR information systems support efficiency, accuracy, data integrity, compliance, and a positive staff experience.
</li></ul><p><b>Strategic Partnership with the Chief People and Culture Officer
</b></p><ul><li>Serve as the operational right hand to the CPCO, translating strategy into executable people centric plans.
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Provide trusted counsel on HR operations, compensation, benefits, employee relations, risk, policy, operational change, and workforce matters.
</li><li>Lead major cross functional HR projects and enterprise initiatives.
</li><li>Mentor HR team members and strengthen leadership and technical capability across the HR function.
</li><li>Model collaboration, clarity, equity, and mission driven decision making across the organization.</li></ul></div></div></div></div>

Vice President, Human Resources Operations - National Office (Remote)

KnowHireMatch

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   Full P&amp;L responsibility for plant or multi-site operations
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   Leadership of production, maintenance, quality, and continuous improvement
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   Experience managing teams of 50-500+ employees
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   Track record of operational turnarounds, lean implementation, or capacity expansion
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   Plant Manager or General Manager with 5-15+ years in manufacturing
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Director of Operations / Plant Manager - Manufacturing

Aeris Communications Inc.

<div><p><b>About Aeris Communications Inc.</b></p><p>
For more than three decades, Aeris has been a trusted cellular IoT leader enabling the biggest IoT programs and opportunities across Automotive, Utilities and Energy, Fleet Management and Logistics, Medical Devices, and Manufacturing. Our IoT technology expertise serves a global ecosystem of 7,000 enterprise customers and 30 mobile network operator partners, and 100 million IoT devices across the world. Aeris powers today&rsquo;s connected smart world with innovative technologies and borderless connectivity that simplify management, enhance security, optimize performance, and drive growth.</p><p></p><p><br>
We are seeking an accomplished and strategic Head of Procurement (Director/Sr. Director) to lead our end-to-end procurement function across technology, platforms, services, and engineering. This executive will develop and drive a robust sourcing strategy to support our rapid scale and innovation, managing multimillion-dollar spend, and influencing a world-class ecosystem of vendors, partners, and suppliers.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Key Responsibilities</b></p><p><i>
Procurement Strategy &amp; Leadership</i></p><ul><li>
Develop, implement, and own the enterprise-wide procurement strategy, including direct and indirect spend across IT, SaaS, hardware, engineering, cloud, and professional services.</li><li>
Build and manage a high-performing procurement team; mentor talent and foster a collaborative, results-driven culture.</li><li>
Collaborate with senior leadership to align procurement objectives with overall business, product, and technology goals.</li></ul><p></p><p><i><br>
Strategic Sourcing &amp; Vendor Management</i></p><ul><li>
Lead sourcing initiatives for major contracts, supplier partnerships, and global technology investments.</li><li>
Oversee complex RFP/RFI processes, supplier evaluations, and negotiations for optimal value.</li><li>
Maintain rigorous supplier onboarding and integration standards.</li></ul><p></p><p><i><br>
Cost Optimization &amp; Innovation</i></p><ul><li>
Champion cost optimization by leveraging strategic sourcing, demand management, and technology-driven solutions (software, automation, AI/ML).</li><li>
Drive ROI and TCO analyses to inform purchasing decisions and maximize savings.</li><li>
Design and execute supply chain risk management initiatives, ensuring resiliency and compliance.</li></ul><p></p><p><i><br>
Contract Lifecycle Management</i></p><ul><li>
Manage full lifecycle of major agreements: negotiation, structuring, execution, renewal, amendment, and termination.</li><li>
Ensure compliance with contractual terms, service levels, regulatory standards, and internal policies.</li></ul><p></p><p><i><br>
Performance &amp; Relationship Management</i></p><ul><li>
Foster productive, accountable relationships with critical suppliers and technology partners.</li><li>
Lead business reviews and performance management processes, driving continuous improvement.</li><li>
Act as the executive escalation point for supplier performance or risk issues.</li></ul><p></p><p><i><br>
Collaboration &amp; Communication</i></p><ul><li>
Work cross-functionally with engineering, operations, product, and finance teams to ensure procurement aligns with technical and business requirements.</li><li>
Provide ongoing updates to executive stakeholders on procurement strategies, risks, cost-saving opportunities, vendor performance, and spend analytics.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Basic Requirements</b></p><ul><li>
Experience: 10+ years of progressive responsibility in technology procurement or strategic sourcing, with 3+ years at Director level or higher.</li><li>
Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of IT/software procurement, SaaS/cloud infrastructure, enterprise platforms, and the latest technology trends.</li><li>
Negotiation: Proven track record of complex contract negotiations, supplier management, and driving best-in-class commercial terms.</li><li>
Analytical: Strong analytical, financial modeling, and problem-solving abilities; adept at interpreting spend data and supplier metrics.</li><li>
Leadership: Demonstrated success building and leading high-performing teams; excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing capability.</li><li>
Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, comfortable presenting procurement strategies to C-level executives and Board.</li><li>
Education: Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in business, supply chain, engineering, IT, or related field.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Preferred Requirements</b></p><ul><li>
Experience managing global suppliers and multi-country procurement programs.</li><li>
Familiarity with SaaS procurement, cloud technologies, software licensing models, or IT asset management.</li><li>
Professional certifications (CPSM, CPM, CPO, or equivalent).</li><li>
Experience in high-growth technology or IoT environments.</li></ul><p></p><p><i><br>
Aeris is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status.</i></p><p></p><p><i><br>
As part of our hiring process, Aeris may conduct background checks to verify the information provided in your application and assess your suitability for the role. The scope and type of checks will comply with the applicable laws and regulations of the country where the position is based. Additional detail will be provided via the formal application process.</i></p><p></p><p><i><br>
The below range reflects the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may also be modified in the future. An employee&rsquo;s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to: relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs.</i></p><p></p><p><i><br>
Aeris also offers a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical / dental / vision insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees.</i></p><p></p><p><i><br>
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The pay range for this role is:</b><br>
160,000 - 200,000 USD per year(Chicago)</div>

Sr. Director, Procurement

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