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### **Business & Operations Analyst / Office (AI & Excel Pro)** **Location:** Flatbush, Brooklyn **Compensation:** $25/hour **Employment Type:** Full-Time Are you a proactive, detail-oriented professional who can handle both high-level business strategy and the daily needs of a bustling office? We are a premier catering and commissary operation seeking a sharp, multi-talented individual to act as the strategic and administrative hub of our team. This is a unique hybrid role where you will be responsible for both building the systems that make our business run better and managing the day-to-day tasks that keep it going. --- ### **Key Responsibilities** * **Financial & Analytical Management:** Utilize your **expert-level Excel skills** to create detailed event budgets, analyze food and labor costs, and build financial models that guide our decision-making. Track profitability (P&L) and ensure our pricing is sound. * **Operational Systems & Efficiency:** Help design more efficient systems for everything from menu costing to large-batch production schedules and logistics planning. Use **AI tools like Gemini or ChatGPT** to conduct market research and solve complex business challenges. * **Strategic Proposal Development:** Work directly with our leadership team to create persuasive, **data-driven business proposals** for high-value clients. * **Daily Office Administration:** Manage all key administrative tasks, including **purchasing**, responding to emails, organizing files, and coordinating with vendors. * **Document Production:** Type, format, and print menus, event proposals, and other essential business documents with a sharp eye for detail. * **General Support:** Be a core part of the team, assisting with the daily operational needs of our kitchen and office. --- ### **We Are Looking For a Candidate With:** * A **genuine business mind** who thinks critically about costs, revenue, and efficiency. * **Expert-level Excel skills**—this is non-negotiable. You must be able to build budgets and models from scratch. * Proficiency in using **AI tools** as a research assistant and problem-solving partner. * Exceptional **organizational and administrative skills** with a keen eye for detail. * Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. * A proactive, self-starting attitude who can manage multiple tasks and solve problems independently. * Experience or strong interest in the **food service, catering, or commissary environment**. Must be legally authorized to work in the US. If you are a hybrid thinker who is excited to apply your analytical and administrative skills to a dynamic foodservice environment, we want to hear from you. **To Apply:** Please send your resume and a cover letter to **manager11230@gmail.com**. In your cover letter, please briefly tell us how you would use both Excel and an AI tool to help our catering operation and its commissary. Use the subject line: **"Business & Operations Analyst Application"**

Digital Control Incorporated (DCI) is the world’s leading supplier of underground locating and steering products for the horizontal directional drilling (HDD) industry. Since the introduction of this revolutionary technology 30 years ago, Digital Control has been at the forefront of trenchless technologies that enable the efficient installation of underground utilities such as fiber optic, telecom, gas, and water lines world-wide. DCI’s products are valued for their durable design, ease of use and uncompromising commitment to customer service. We’re looking for a versatile and driven UX Designer to help shape and scale our products across multiple platforms.  As a UX Designer at DCI, you’ll be a key contributor supporting multiple product teams. This is a fast-paced, execution-heavy role suited to a designer who thrives on delivering a high volume of quality work. You’ll work closely with product managers, developers, customer support, and other stakeholders to create intuitive, consistent, and user-centered experiences. What you'll do: Collaborate with product managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to understand user needs and project requirements Translate conceptual ideas into compelling design concepts, wireframes, mockups, and prototypes Produce wireframes, high-fidelity mockups, and prototypes across multiple products and platforms, per product requirements, for consumption by development teams Apply and extend our established design system to maintain visual and functional consistency Solve complex user experience challenges across a multi-platform ecosystem Juggle multiple projects simultaneously, maintaining high standards and attention to detail Serve as a usability expert and voice of the user across the organization Conduct user research, usability testing, and gather feedback to iterate and improve the user experience Work closely with developers to ensure seamless implementation of designs, including providing assets and specifications Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and design tools to continually enhance your skills and knowledge Requirements 4-6 years of UX design experience in a product-focused environment A proven ability to efficiently manage multiple high-impact projects simultaneously, including making strategic trade-offs between UX ideals and practical development constraints Experience designing interfaces for construction, fleet management, or industrial systems, specifically highlighting usability for both end-users and operational management Experience designing for at least two of the following: embedded systems, mobile applications, and web platforms Solid portfolio showcasing thoughtful UX work on complex products or product ecosystems Proficiency with Figma (or equivalent tools). Able to work to an established design system Strong collaboration and communication skills—able to give and receive feedback constructively Comfortable working in an agile, fast-paced team with shifting priorities Knowledgeable about accessibility standards and inclusive design principles Innate professional curiosity. Able and eager to adapt and learn new technologies Nice to Have: Experience designing for a complex product ecosystem with multiple connected workflows and dependencies Strongly prefer experience in designing for IoT and edge-device environments, demonstrating the capability to handle real-world connectivity challenges and complex workflows spanning onsite interactions and remote/cloud-based interfaces Experience with design validation, usability testing, and user research Previous experience in a startup or small team environment Who you are: You are a dedicated problem solver who collaborates with your teammates to create thoughtfully-designed experiences for your users. You're not afraid to ask questions - and you're not afraid to answer them either. You know that as a UX designer it's your job to serve as the voice of the user. Your work is thoughtful and thorough, and you're passionate about design. You keep up to date on design trends and new technologies. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to still apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or another role at DCI. Benefits Unparalleled health benefits (PPO plan with no deductibles, no co-pays, DCI covers 99% of costs) Quarterly bonuses: we all share in the success of the company Professional development 401k match (3% match from DCI regardless of participation, 5% maximum match, 100% vested immediately) 22 days PTO Parental leave Company covers 100% of payroll taxes for state family medical leave 11 annual paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday Winter break (we are closed the last week of each year) See more benefits information here. Compensation: DCI is proud to offer comprehensive compensation packages including competitive base pay and discretionary quarterly profit sharing bonuses to all part-time and full-time team members. Base pay is reviewed at a minimum on an annual basis. Pay range: $108,400 - $120,200 per year. To ensure equity, our compensation philosophy is to bring people into new roles in the range of the mid-point of that role. Factors considered for pay include the level of skill, experience, training, external market factors, and internal value. Profit sharing bonus: Over the last 3 years, quarterly bonuses ranged between 11% and 17%. Future bonuses could be higher or lower depending on company profits. Why DCI? Work hard, play often... DCI employees are innovative and creative. Our open (forest-like) work environment creates free flowing conversations across all functions. We have gaming days; Lego challenges and ping pong matches to build on our creativity when one hits a roadblock. If that is not enough, our employees bring their four-legged companions (dogs) to work and can take them for a walk around the Green River trail. DCI takes pride in caring a lot about our employees. We believe that employees should not be burdened with benefits expenses, so we provide lucrative health care plans unmatched in most other companies. We also like to eat at DCI and find any excuse to celebrate the most random holidays (Pi Day, Chocolate Ice Cream Day, etc.) We have monthly catered lunches, a fully stocked snack area, sporting tickets, wellness competitions, and most importantly a team of people who will tell you that DCI is the best place they've ever worked. This is evident by our long service team and low turnover. We Celebrate Inclusion: DCI is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at DCI is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. DCI does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law. It is DCI’s policy to comply with all applicable national, state and local laws pertaining to nondiscrimination and equal opportunity. The Company's EEO policy includes the full & complete support of the Company and all levels of leadership. Because it's just the right thing to do. We hope you think so too.

IXL Learning, developer of personalized learning products used by millions of people globally, is seeking an Associate Product Manager to join our product team. The ideal candidate has some product experience, is a strong analytical thinker and creative problem solver, and is looking for opportunities to deepen their knowledge while meaningfully contributing to the team. At IXL Learning, we are dedicated to creating first-of-their-kind products that leverage cutting-edge technologies to solve seemingly intractable problems in education. Millions of users count on us to make learning as effective as can be, so we're looking for exceptional people who are committed to solving the real-world challenges faced by students and teachers around the world. Product management at IXL starts with a passion for making a lasting impact on education. You will help take products from initial brainstorm to final launch and beyond, putting our users first in all that you do. You will work collaboratively across many teams including Engineering, Visual Design, Marketing, and more! Our creative solutions, clean designs, and commitment to quality allow us to deliver effective, compelling products that tackle some of the biggest problems in education today. Take your product management career to the next level at IXL with strong mentorship, executive visibility, and ample opportunities to learn and grow, while making your mark on a product that is beloved by teachers and learners. This is a full-time position in our San Mateo, CA headquarters office. The work schedule for this role is Monday-Friday in the office with the option to work from home one day per week. WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING Deeply understand the needs of our student, teacher, and parent users, and advocate for user experience throughout all phases of product development Deeply understand IXL’s product philosophy and strategy to make feature design and development decisions Gather context and clarify goals for new projects Write and communicate product requirements, conduct product reviews Collaborate with visual designers to co-create effective, engaging product experiences Partner with your engineering team to align technical designs with product needs and to clear implementation roadblocks Collaborate with marketing to ensure successful product launches, including crafting product positioning and messaging Coordinate with teams and leads across functions to share information, seek input, and provide clarity on product and project statuses Juggle multiple, often competing priorities and projects Forge strong partnerships with your product lead, designers, engineers, product marketers, and other key stakeholders to ensure the success of your products Become an expert on the IXL product, and gain domain knowledge in the education space broadly Do whatever it takes to develop features and deliver value to our users WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR Bachelor’s degree in STEM or a related field Deeply understand IXL’s product philosophy and strategy to make feature design and development decisions 1-3 years of experience in product management or adjacent roles Demonstrated technical abilities; some computer science coursework or programming experience is preferred Highly developed analytical-reasoning and problem-solving skills, with proven success applying them independently Strong written and spoken communication skills, with an eye to clarity and conciseness Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work across teams to make things happen Enthusiasm for tackling tough problems independently, from assessing high-level goals through to perfecting every details Exceptionally organized self-starter, efficient and thrives under pressure Interest in design thinking; some coursework or experience in UI/UX design is helpful Interest in K-12 education! Classroom/teaching experience is a plus Growth mindset; you’re excited by challenges and you possess a can-do attitude Curiosity, open-mindedness, and an unfailingly positive attitude Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The base salary range for this full-time position is $105,000 - $140,000 + equity + benefits. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the position. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. ABOUT IXL LEARNING IXL Learning is the country's largest EdTech company. We reach millions of learners through our diverse range of products. For example: 1 in 4 students in the United States uses IXL.com Rosetta Stone provides an immersive learning experience for 25 languages Wyzant is the nation's largest community of tutors, covering 300+ subjects Teachers Pay Teachers (TPT) is a comprehensive marketplace for millions of educator-created resources Our mission is to create innovative products that will make a real, positive difference for learners and educators and we're looking for passionate, mission-minded people to join us in achieving this goal. We have a unique culture at IXL that fosters collaboration and the open exchange of ideas. We value our team and treat one another with kindness and respect. We approach our work with passion, tenacity, and authenticity. We find it immensely satisfying to develop products that impact the lives of millions and we are eager to have you join our team. At IXL, we value diversity in age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, physical and mental ability, political and religious beliefs, and life experience, and we are proud to promote a work environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best work. IXL Learning is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Click here to apply

At Horizontal Digital, we hold ourselves to one key belief: You’re only as good as your worst customer experience. This mantra is what drives our digital consultancy to think beyond the easy answers and instead create websites, apps, portals and other experiences that solve customer needs for Fortune 500 companies in intuitive and empathetic ways. And we make this lofty standard a reality by fusing strategy, data, design and technology together to arrive at solutions that set the bar higher for everyone.  We use these values to fuel superior results:  Lock arms  We forge relationships that make our impact 1,000x stronger. This means working across departments and engaging both our clients and our communities to deliver the greatest good.  Show hustle  We’re not ones to sit on our hands and wait. Instead, we anticipate opportunities, collectively roll up our sleeves and find ways to execute the exceptional.  Embrace change  From new technologies to workplace philosophies, we welcome the unexpected and constantly anticipate what’s next.  Elevate empathy  We listen before we take action. This means understanding a variety of perspectives and holding ourselves to a higher standard of accountability.  Never settle  We motivate each other to push past the easy answers and collectively arrive at bigger, more inspiring ideas.     But enough about us. Let’s talk about you.   As a Senior Experience/UI Designer, you will play a critical role by bringing to life effective and inspiring digital experience focused work. You will establish and sell through strategic creative design visions that ladder up to our client’s business goals and ultimately provide their customers with purposeful and elevated digital experiences. You will apply your exceptional taste to shape, design and guide executions that are attractive, intuitive, and engaging. You will effortlessly present and help sell work to clients, building strong and trusted relationships along the way. You will work collaboratively with our internal teams (PMs, strategists, front-end developers, engineers and other designers), helping guide the process, solve design problems, managing expectations, all with an eye on delivering a premium final product that everyone is proud of. In this position, you will have the opportunity to thrive in a fast-paced environment at the forefront of digital transformation where you are encouraged to own your craft and make an impact on brands from around the world.  What you’ll do:   Execute flawlessly, designing beautiful crafted and responsive websites, apps and digital experiences.   Deliver compelling and striking conceptual design directions and explorations.  Create and utilize modern design-token-based Design Systems to drive brand consistency, supercharge interactive prototyping, and contribute to the unification of design files (Figma) and front-end code in efficient, systematic workflows  Collaborate closely with internal partners such as UX designers, strategists, front end Developers, BAs, project managers, and leadership.  Present your work to clients and convert feedback into design direction to make further improvements.  Build trusted relationships with clients through your ability to understand their needs, collaborate effectively, provide thoughtful recommendations, and execute flawlessly.    Pivot effortlessly, as needed, based on evolving requirements, timelines, and feedback.    Learn about client and audience needs and contribute to the creative and design process through participation in client meetings.   Who you are:   Bold – you understand how to be bold and innovative to push the boundaries of digital  Passionate – You are passionate about understanding and improving the end-to-end digital experience. Your passion and positivity about the work makes everyone around you better  Courageous – You aren’t afraid to fail and are open to feedback  Curious – You have a desire to learn all the things you do not know and enjoy the research   Collaborative – You seek out collaboration and want to grow by being pushed each day to stretch your capabilities  Proficient – You have a strong portfolio that demonstrates your thoughtful approach to the entire design process and your capabilities   Connected – You are plugged into the design world and are an active seeker of inspiration     What you bring:    Great portfolio of UI design examples that showcase your ability to bring brands to life through meticulously designed digital platforms and experiences  5+ years’ experience as a UI professional skilled in responsive interface design  Extensive experience of working with established design systems as well as building new ones from scratch  Experience leading UI design across multiple platforms  Proven experience “owning” projects from start to finish  Ability to lead working sessions with team members and presentations to clients  Experience designing complex, multi-variant web-based applications   Proficiency with Figma, Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator) and PowerPoint  Knowledge of the best practices for UI and interaction design for responsive experiences  An understanding of accessibility design issues  A good understanding of UX best practices  A passion for UI Design as a discipline and a desire to see it thrive across the business    You’ll get extra credit for:  Experience with designing for content management systems (Sitecore, Acquia, Optimizely)  Agile process experience  Mobile app design experience  Motion Design experience  HZTL offers a wide range of competitive benefits to eligible employees including health, dental, vision, life, retirement plans, paid time off, paid holidays, paid time off to volunteer, paid parental leave, flexible work environment, and more.   The pay range for this full-time position is $90,000 to $120,000 per year. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on the posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salary for the position across all US locations as of the date of this posting. Within the range, actual offered compensation is dependent upon the individual’s work location and additional factors including but not limited to job-related skills, experience, relevant education and training, internal equity among the team, and applicable employment laws. Please note the compensation details in the US role posting reflects base salary only and doesn’t include discretionary performance bonus or other incentives (if applicable).   Keywords: Senior Designer, Senior UI Designer, UI Designer, Digital Art Director, Digital Designer   The above description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.  

IXL Learning seeks a product manager to guide the development of key components of our flagship product, IXL. 15 million US students use IXL to learn math, English, science, social studies, and Spanish, and have collectively answered 120 billion questions to date. A few challenges we're excited about right now include building dashboards and analytics for teachers, maximizing student motivation, and ensuring a great experience for some of the biggest school districts in the country. We have ambitious plans for IXL, and we’re looking for the right people to make them happen. This is a full-time position in our San Mateo, CA headquarters office. The work schedule for this role is Monday-Friday in the office with the option to work from home one day per week. You’ll: Contribute to IXL product strategy in a team that includes our CEO, COO, and VP of Product (we’re all product people) Create outstanding product designs and be able to work independently Collaborate with engineering and other teams to turn ideas into reality You must be highly creative, analytical, and intuitive. You should have at least 5 years of relevant work experience, with at least a couple years in a product manager role. IXL is different, and you’ll need an open mind. If you have beliefs about how product management is done, based on experiences at other tech companies, you must be willing to abandon them. We probably don’t do it the way you’re used to. Great product managers often come from unexpected places. If this sounds like a role you’d excel at, but you don’t have the typical background, we’re open to being convinced. Ready to get started? Tell us what you’ve built, how you did it, and what made it great. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The base salary range for this full-time position is $125,000 to $180,000 + equity + benefits. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the position. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. ABOUT IXL LEARNING IXL Learning is the country's largest EdTech company. We reach millions of learners through our diverse range of products. For example: 1 in 4 students in the United States uses IXL.com Rosetta Stone provides an immersive learning experience for 25 languages Wyzant is the nation's largest community of tutors, covering 300+ subjects Teachers Pay Teachers (TPT) is a comprehensive marketplace for millions of educator-created resources Our mission is to create innovative products that will make a real, positive difference for learners and educators and we're looking for passionate, mission-minded people to join us in achieving this goal. We have a unique culture at IXL that fosters collaboration and the open exchange of ideas. We value our team and treat one another with kindness and respect. We approach our work with passion, tenacity, and authenticity. We find it immensely satisfying to develop products that impact the lives of millions and we are eager to have you join our team. At IXL, we value diversity in age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, physical and mental ability, political and religious beliefs, and life experience, and we are proud to promote a work environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best work. IXL Learning is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Click here to apply

Please note: This role is for candidates Local to Irvine, CA ONLY. ALL APPLICANTS AND APPLICATIONS WILL REMAIN CONFIDENTIAL – APPLY WITH CONFIDENCE TORKLAW, a leading personal injury law firm, is seeking a highly skilled and motivated UI/UX Designer to join our dynamic team, and lead the design of an ambitious effort to build the best case management software in the industry. You’ll play a key role in shaping a software application that utilizes AI, data, and an intuitive user experience to streamline and simplify case management. Key Responsibilities: Take ownership of crafting a consistent and coherent design language throughout the entire application. Design seamless and engaging user interfaces for web and mobile platforms. Conduct user research, create wireframes, prototypes, and perform user testing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including developers and product managers in an agile environment. Apply design systems, libraries, and component-based approaches to maintain consistency. Optimize designs for responsiveness, usability, and performance. About TORKLAW TORKLAW is an incredibly fast-moving, innovative law firm that is all about delivering the absolute best client experience and unmatchable legal representation to each and every one of our clients. We have been entrusted with an awesome responsibility to which we respond with hard work, discipline, and laser focus. As a result awards, accolades, and outstanding results have followed. Here are a few: Top 10% of Inc. 5000’s list of America’s fastest growing companies Best Law Firm US World News & Report - every year since 2016 Featured in CNN, Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, Daily Journal, The Advocate If you would like to be a part of a downright badass team like this, then we can’t wait to hear from you. When you join us, you will be joining a supportive and fun-loving team. You will find yourself in an environment where you can make meaningful contributions, learn, and grow. As a values-based firm. We believe in: Radical Authenticity – Being transparently who we are: with ourselves, with each other, and with our clients & partners. Relentless Pursuit of the Win - achieving stellar results by keeping a laser focus on performance and goals. Growth Mindset – Continuously learning, growing and developing, as individuals, as a business, and as advocates for our clients. Ownership – we take responsibility for our work and actions. Results Driven - we focus on the outcome and disregard the level of effort required to achieve those results. Respect for Each Other – Supporting each other with kindness and respect, and enjoying the journey together. Unwavering Integrity – Standing up for what’s right with consistently sound ethics and courageous honesty. Requirements Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Interaction Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field. Experience demonstrating the ability to comprehend complex system logic and craft clear, intuitive interfaces around it. Proven experience as a UI/UX Designer, with a strong portfolio demonstrating both UI and UX work. Proficiency in design tools such as Adobe XD, Sketch, Figma, or similar software. Solid understanding of user-centered design principles, wireframing, prototyping, and user testing. Strong knowledge of HTML, CSS, and responsive design practices. Excellent visual design skills with an eye for detail, typography, color theory, and layout. Familiarity with design systems, design libraries, and component-based design. Strong communication skills and the ability to present and defend design decisions. Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, agile environment. Minimum internet speed of 50 Mbps download / 20 Mbps upload. Hard-wired Ethernet connection preferred; if Wi-Fi is used, it must maintain a consistent link speed of ≥ 400 Mbps and reliable coverage. Benefits In addition to a competitive salary, this position will receive the following benefits: 12 paid holidays annually 10 days of paid vacation annually 6 days of sick leave annually Medical insurance 401(k) with 4% fully vested safe-harbor company match Regular firm events (happy hours, team building, holiday party, etc) Laptops are replaced every 3 years. After 3 years, your work laptop will become your personal laptop. TORKLAW is a multi-state employer, as such, any salary range provided may not be applicable in all states. Any offer made to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include years of experience, education, location, etc.