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2 Industry Outlook
3 Global Quality Management Software Market Landscape by Player
4 Global Quality Management Software Sales Volume and Revenue Region Wise (2017-2022)
5 Global Quality Management Software Sales Volume, Revenue, Price Trend by Type
6 Global Quality Management Software Market Analysis by Application
7 Global Quality Management Software Market Forecast (2022-2027)
8 Quality Management Software Market Upstream and Downstream Analysis
9 Players Profiles
10 Research Findings and Conclusion
11 Appendix
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Speed Skating Canada
Speed Skating Canada
September 1, 2022 | Administrative, Sport Development
September 1, 2022 | Administrative, Sport Development
September 1, 2022 | Administrative, Sport Development
OTTAWA, ONTARIO – Speed Skating Canada, the national governing body for long track and short track speed skating in Canada, is thrilled to offer a Request for Proposal (RFP) for a new Competition Management Software to manage SSC-sanctioned short track speed skating events.
The detailed RFP document can be downloaded from our website. Interested vendors have until September 22, 2022, to submit their proposals.
The motivating factor for undertaking this project was the release of our Strategic Plan 2018-2023. This shared vision for the future of our organization and our sport, one developed through in-depth consultation with our membership, identifies the selection and implementation of a bilingual, easy-to-use, reliable, cloud-compatible competition management software to manage SSC-sanctioned short track speed skating events as a key priority.
Speed Skating Canada is eager to work with a dynamic vendor that will develop a competition management software in partnership with our organization. Potential bidders can submit questions regarding the RFP to Alicia Krywiak before September 19, 2022. Please allow 2-3 business days for a response.
The submission deadline is September 22, 2022, at 11:59PM EST. Only those vendors that have been shortlisted shall be contacted.

September 29, 2022 | Events: International, National Team: Short Track

Tickets now available for World Cup Short Track in Montreal

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Canada’s top speed skaters bringing their Medals on Tour across the country this September

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June 29, 2022 | Administrative

Intact Insurance and Speed Skating Canada renew longstanding partnership

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April 28, 2022 | National Team: Long Track, National Team: Short Track

Speed Skating Canada confirms National and NextGen teams for 2022-2023 season

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June 27, 2022 | National Team: Short Track, National Team: Long Track, Events: National, Events: National

Quebec City to host first-ever joint short track and long track national championships

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February 1, 2022 | Administrative

Speed Skating Canada welcomes Regatta Sport as official merchandise partner

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A look at which local companies are hiring in Clarion County and surrounding areas.

Do you have a job listing that you’d like to include in this list? E-mail the listing to [email protected] or call 814-297-8004.
FEATURED JOBS

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Openings at Wagner Tarps; Earn Weekly Bonuses
Wagner Tarps

Wagner Tarps, provider of durable, high-quality custom-made vinyl and mesh tarps for the trucking industry for over 25 years has immediate full-time openings at their Brookville facility.
NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY, Wagner tarps will pay you to learn the trade!!
Positions are Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
On-the-job training, no experience is necessary, you will be trained to manufacture and install custom tarps.
The positions include a WEEKLY BONUS PROGRAM. Earn up to an extra $130 a week just for showing up to work!!
The positions also include paid holidays, paid vacation, paid uniforms, matched retirement, and a Christmas bonus.
Apply in person at:
244 Industrial Park Road
Brookville, PA

Multiple Full & Part-Time Positions at Cousin Basils
Cousin Basils Restaurant and Bar

Cousin Basils Restaurant and Bar, in Clarington, is currently hiring cooks, dishwashers, hosts, and hostesses.
The restaurant is offering $11.00 to $15.00 per hour based on experience and position. Health insurance is also provided.
Applicants must possess the following qualities:

• Friendly and positive attitude
• Reliable, dedicated, and strong work ethic
• Loves working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Willing to work nights, various shifts, and weekend

Full-time and part-time positions are available.
No experience is required.
Apply in person at the restaurant located at 10638 PA-36, Clarington, PA 15828. The restaurant opens at 11:00 a.m. seven days a week.
Interested applicants can also send their resumes to [email protected]

Deer Creek Winery Hiring
Deer Creek Winery

Deer Creek Winery is currently hiring at their Shippenville location!
They are looking for motivated, self-starting employees. Join the amazing team at Deer Creek Winery!!!

• Full-Time Sales- Shift Lead
• Full-Time and Part-Time Kitchenif(typeof ez_ad_units!=’undefined’){ez_ad_units.push([[336,280],’exploreclarion_com-medrectangle-4′,’ezslot_3′,340,’0′,’0′])};__ez_fad_position(‘div-gpt-ad-exploreclarion_com-medrectangle-4-0’);

***Weekend availability is a requirement for the above positions.
If interested in either of these positions, please email [email protected] or call 814-354-7392.

Multiple Positions at Brookville Equipment
Brookville Equipment Corporation

Brookville Equipment Corporation is currently hiring for multiple positions.
Positions Include:

• Accountant
• Welder
• Mechanical Engineer
• Electrical Assembler
• Paint/Body Mechanic

Brookville Equipment offers competitive wages and a great benefits package.
For information on these positions and others available at Brookville Equipment use the link below.
https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Brookville-Equipment-Corporation?from=mobviewjob&tk=1gf3vrlg9irl3800&fromjk=054d375cbcd75e78&attributionid=mobvjcmp

Accountant
County of Venango

The County of Venango currently has and opening for an Accountant.

POSITION: ACCOUNTANT- Full-Time, 80 hours per pay
DEPARTMENT: HUMAN SERVICES FISCAL- Human Services Complex, Franklin, PA
PAY GRADE: SEIU Pay Grade Twelve- Starting rate: $12.01/hr.
DEFINITION
To provide accounting services relative to the financial reporting for County to include monthly reconciliations and analysis to support financial statements.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
None
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Receives instruction and supervision from Supervisor, Fiscal Officers and Fiscal Director in regard to daily work duties.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Provides financial management for agency or departments as assigned
2. Accurately and efficiently accounts for the system’s fixed asset ledgers to include preparing an annual inventory of all capital assets
3. Within the MUNIS system purchase order module, reviews requisitions for coding accuracy, converts to a purchase order
4. Reconciles the open accounts payable to the general ledger account
5. Assists in the preparation of the County’s annual operating and capital budget as required
6. Assists with input, financial analysis, special projects, and surveys as required to assist the fiscal officer
7. Assists in collecting or receiving monies due department and maintaining accurate related records of such collections
8. Prepares journal entries as directed to ensure accurate financial reporting
9. Reviews, verifies, and codes provider and vendor invoices for processing
10. Maintains and reconciles petty cash as assigned
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12. Maintains payroll records to include allocation spreadsheets updated as needed
13. Provides routine financial assistance to program staff and fiscal officers
14. Maintains data bases on children being placed in out-of-home care to include filing for and tracking payments from Domestic Relations
15. Maintains financial data on children being placed in out-of-home care
16. Maintains data bases for department use and preforms data entry into Client Tracking system and child welfare management information system
17. Creates and/or maintains statistical data needed to complete reports and financial statements to assist fiscal officer
18. As applicable, ensures eligibility for SSI, Medical Assistance, IV-E, TANF, and other benefits
19. As applicable prepares clients tax returns for review to the Fiscal Director
20. Works with the fiscal officer on data entry, processing and preparing liabilities thresholds of payments

OTHER DUTIES OF JOB

1. Attends meetings, staffing, training and seminars as required
2. Provides direction to fiscal technician staff
3. Delivers mails to Courthouse or other County offices; occasionally performs errands as needed to carry out essential job duties
4. Performs other job-related duties as required

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

1. Must be able to speak and understand the English language in an understandable manner in order to carry out essential function of job
2. Must possess effective communication skills
3. Must possess initiative and problem-solving skills
4. Must possess the ability to function independently, have flexibility and the ability to work effectively with co-workers and staff
5. Must possess the ability to maintain confidentiality in regard to County and Agency fiscal information and records
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7. Must possess the knowledge of and the ability to practice generally accepted accounting procedures and principles
8. Must possess the ability to provide sound direction and advice to others in regard to financial practices, procedures and operations
9. Must possess the ability to analyze financial information and make appropriate recommendations regarding capital projects, expenditures and other financial matters
10. Must possess knowledge of current laws and regulations regarding accounting and expenditures they relate to Agency or department
11. Must possess the ability to prepare accounting and financial statements and reports accurately and within required time period

QUALIFICATIONS
Associate degree that includes 12 credits in accounting from an accredited college or university with one year of experience in maintaining and reviewing fiscal records; or a high school diploma and three years of work involving the maintenance of fiscal/financial records including two years of responsible work involving the application of accounting, budgets, financial statements or fiscal principles and practices. Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Outlook and Word; or any acceptable combination of experience/training. A valid PA driver’s license is also required.
CLEARANCES

• Must work in conjunction with employer to apply for Act 34 PA State Police Criminal History, Act 151 PA Child Abuse and FBI clearances prior to employment.  Clearances currently possessed that are less than 4 years old will be accepted until new clearances are available. All clearances must reflect acceptable results.
• Must not appear on Preclusion Lists as defined by “Pennsylvania’s Medical Assistance Bulletin 99-11-05 Provider Screening of Employees and Contractors for Exclusion from Participating in Federal Healthcare Programs.”
• Must successfully complete pre-employment drug screening.if(typeof ez_ad_units!=’undefined’){ez_ad_units.push([[250,250],’exploreclarion_com-leader-1′,’ezslot_8′,560,’0′,’0′])};__ez_fad_position(‘div-gpt-ad-exploreclarion_com-leader-1-0’);

HOW TO APPLY
All interested, qualified county employees should contact Human Resources at 814-432-9556. An internal job posting/bid application is required. Qualified applicants must pass an interview.
DEADLINE TO APPLY: 10/20/2022
VENANGO COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
**DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE**
APPLICANTS WHO REQUIRE SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS DUE TO A DISABILITY SHOULD CONTACT 814-432-9552 FOR ASSISTANCE.

Administrative Assistant
Kahle’s Kitchens, Inc.

Kahle’s Kitchens, Inc. in Leeper PA currently has an opening for an Administrative Assistant.
Duties include, but are not limited to, answering phones, entering accounts payable, shipping items via FedEx, entering customer invoices, and filing.
Applicant should be proficient in Microsoft Office, have good communication skills, and be able to work well with others.
Basic accounting knowledge is a plus but not required.
The position is full-time Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. shift. Benefits include health and vision insurance, 401k, and vacation.
Pay dependent on experience. The applicant may be subject to drug testing.
Kahle’s Kitchens, Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer.
If you are interested please fill out an application in person at 7488 Route 36, Leeper, Pa 16233.

Full-time Mechanic
Snyder’s Auto Body

Snyder’s Auto Body in Tylersburg, PA, is currently hiring a Full-time Mechanic.
They offer an awesome benefits package with pay based on experience and skill level. Snyder’s is also willing to train the right candidate.

• Monday thru Friday work schedule
• Holiday and vacation pay
• Paid employee health insurance with prescription plan
• Optional benefits available – dental and vision
• Retirement plan
• Regular pay increases
• Continued education is offered (I-Car, ASE, etc.)
• Uniforms

Interested candidates may email a resume to [email protected] Applications are also being accepted in person at 108 Snyder Lane, Tylersburg PA. Any questions, please call 814-744-9218.

Non-CDL Drivers
Heeter Lumber

Heeter Lumber currently has openings for Non-CDL Drivers at their Knox location.
This position starts immediately. Primary duties are to load and deliver customer orders including lumber and building materials, as well as assist with sales inside the store.
Stop in for an application or apply on Indeed.
Responsibilities:

• Greeting and assisting customers
• Loading customer orders
• Operating forklift loader
• Preparing customer custom-cut orders
• Collecting and verify delivery instructions
• Driving truck to the designated job site for unloading
• Registering transactions involving the sale of and/or return of merchandise
• Assisting with pricing, stocking, marking, bagging of merchandise and physical inventory counts as needed

Skills:

• Valid Drivers License

Salary Range: Up to $16.00 based on experience.

Full-Time Custodial Position
Keystone School District

Keystone School District currently has an opening for a Full-Time Custodian.
This position is available immediately at the Keystone School District.
Interested candidates should send a Letter of Interest, Current Act 34, 151, 168 and FBI Clearances, and Three (3) Letters of Reference to:
Mr. Michael McCormick
Acting Superintendent
451 Huston Avenue
Knox, PA 16232
Deadline: October 21, 2022 or until position is filled.

Mental Health Workers
Abraxas Youth & Family Services

Abraxas I is Hiring Mental Health Workers to work directly with adolescents at their residential mental health program, located in the heart of Allegheny National Forest, near Marienville, Pennsylvania.
Mental Health Workers needed! To apply, text MHW1 to 412-912-2012
Wage: From $16.84 an hour – $23.87 an hour
Bonus: $5,000 Sign On Bonus
Earn up to an additional $15,000.00 a year by participating in our Workforce Development Training Program for their students.*
Shift: Days and Evenings
About Abraxas:
Abraxas Youth & Family Services is a national nonprofit human services provider dedicated to Building Better Futures for at-risk youth, adults, and families. Their diversified array of services includes alternative education, outpatient counseling, in-home services, shelter, detention, residential treatment and re-entry/transition services.
Since 1973, Abraxas team members have positively impacted the lives of those they serve and the communities in which they live.
Benefits & Perks:
Abraxas provides a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that offers the protection, peace of mind and flexibility designed to support you – both at home and at work.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Basic life and short-term disability insurance
• 403(b) savings plan
• Life assistance program (LAP)
• Tuition assistance program
• Paid time off (PTO) * Paid holidays * Paid training
• Advancement opportunities

In this role, you will:

• Provide direct supervision, leadership, and serve as a role model to clients while interacting in a therapeutic and meaningful manner
• Observe client behavior and intervene appropriately, as dictated by policy and individual client treatment plan
• Document client treatment interventions, behavior, and progress
• Report significant client changes in behavior, attitude, and/or physical condition to appropriate personnel while consistently evaluating client behavioral and emotional issuesif(typeof ez_ad_units!=’undefined’){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],’exploreclarion_com-mobile-leaderboard-1′,’ezslot_18′,703,’0′,’0′])};__ez_fad_position(‘div-gpt-ad-exploreclarion_com-mobile-leaderboard-1-0’);
• Collaborate with the Educational team and client’s Mental Health Therapist to implement the individualized treatment plan
• Implement the daily activity schedule and structure and coordinate client activities, such as Family Night, Structured Recreation, etc
• Facilitate and document various psycho-educational groups via standardized curricula
• Conduct scheduled and random head counts to provide effective people security
• Support the Abraxas philosophy and mission and promotes the Seven Key Principles of care
• Demonstrate appropriate use of Safe Crisis Management techniques and skills

Hiring Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited program required; degree in an area of human services preferred
• Must possess a valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License
• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Must be able to pass physical and pre-employment drug/alcohol screening
• Must pass criminal background check investigation
• Flexibility to work overtime as required

Why Should You Consider Abraxas?

• At Abraxas, they celebrate the richness of their diverse employees and the communities they serve. They are actively committed to building a culture of awareness and belonging, as they strive to ensure they are a welcoming, inclusive, and culturally competent organization.
• As they work to make a difference in people’s lives, Abraxas is dedicated to respect, equity, and the engagement of those they serve and their employees.
• As a provider of trauma-informed care, they firmly believe in recovery and that their clients can lead fulfilling and meaningful lives, and they consider it an honor and a privilege to assist them in their journey.
• Whether you’re looking to begin a rewarding career or you’re a seasoned professional wanting a new challenge, Abraxas has a place for you and opportunities for development at all levels.
• At Abraxas, everything they do centers around people. That is why they are committed to providing you with competitive pay and comprehensive benefits options that help make your life easier and healthier, with a focus on providing choice when it comes to physical, emotional, and financial wellness. Their benefit options meet you where you are in your life and set you up for success both in and outside of work.
• If you want to have a positive impact in the lives of others, join Abraxas!

Equal Opportunity Employer
Abraxas Youth & Family Services, an affiliate of Apis Services Inc., offers a rewarding career for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of others. Abraxas is a great place to start your career whether you have a high school diploma or GED, military experience, some college, or a bachelor’s or advanced degree. If you are interested in counseling, juvenile justice, psychology, social work, teaching or just want to make a difference, they have a career path for you.
Apis Services, Inc. provides administrative services to a variety of businesses and non-profit agencies so they can focus on their individual goals and missions. Apis serves 30+ affiliates throughout the USA including locations in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Colorado, New Jersey, and North Carolina.
Join Us in Building Better Futures!
Interested in joining their outstanding team? If you have any questions, you can contact them by email at [email protected]
You can also give them a call at (814) 927-6615 and Brenda or Wendy will be happy to help you!
A complete list of openings, including this one, can be found at https://jobsatabraxas.org/careers.html.
*Ask us how you can earn up to an additional $15,000 per year.

Treatment Supervisor
Abraxas Youth & Family Services

Abraxas I is currently hiring a Treatment Supervisor at their residential facility, located in the heart of the Allegheny National Forest, near Marienville, Pennsylvania.
In this role, you will direct activities of a treatment unit and provide supervision of staff. Through leadership and direction, your team will provide the best treatment possible for adolescents and BUILD BETTER FUTURES.
To Apply: Text TS to 412-912-2012
Salary Starts At: $45,000 Annually (May increase with education/experience)
Earn up to an additional $15,000.00 a year by participating in their Workforce Development Training Program for their students.*
Bonus: $5,000 Sign On Bonus
Shift: BOTH Days (7am-3pm) and Evenings (3pm-11pm)
About Abraxas:
Abraxas Youth & Family Services is a national nonprofit human services provider dedicated to Building Better Futures for at-risk youth, adults, and families. Their diversified array of services includes alternative education, outpatient counseling, in-home services, shelter, detention, residential treatment and re-entry/transition services.
Since 1973, Abraxas team members have positively impacted the lives of those they serve and the communities in which they live.
Benefits & Perks:
Abraxas provides a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that offers the protection, peace of mind and flexibility designed to support you – both at home and at work.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Basic life and short-term disability insurance
• 403(b) savings plan
• Life assistance program (LAP)
• Tuition assistance program
• Paid time off (PTO) * Paid holidays * Paid training
• Advancement opportunities

Treatment Supervisor Responsibilities Include, but are not limited to:
Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in human services field and one-year experience in residential treatment are preferred; OR
• Associate’s degree or (sixty) 60 credit hours from an accredited college/university and three (3) years’ work experience with children
• Supervisory experience also preferred
• Ability to self-start, work independently and adhere to timelines on a consistent basis with a minimum of assistance and supervision
• Ability to participate and maintain Safe Crisis Management (SCM) certification
• At least twenty-one (21) years of age
• Driver’s License
• Physical exam that includes TB and drug testing
• Criminal clearances (State Police, FBI and State Child Abuse Clearances)
• Satisfactory completion of background screening and applicable pre-employment checks, including but not limited to employment and/or personal reference and driving records
• Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department

Why Should You Consider Abraxas?

• At Abraxas, they celebrate the richness of their diverse employees and the communities they serve. They are actively committed to building a culture of awareness and belonging, as they strive to ensure they are a welcoming, inclusive, and culturally competent organization.
• As they work to make a difference in people’s lives, Abraxas is dedicated to respect, equity, and the engagement of those they serve and their employees.
• As a provider of trauma-informed care, they firmly believe in recovery and that their clients can lead fulfilling and meaningful lives, and they consider it an honor and a privilege to assist them in their journey.
• Whether you’re looking to begin a rewarding career or you’re a seasoned professional wanting a new challenge, Abraxas has a place for you and opportunities for development at all levels.
• At Abraxas, everything they do centers around people. That is why they are committed to providing you with competitive pay and comprehensive benefits options that help make your life easier and healthier, with a focus on providing choice when it comes to physical, emotional, and financial wellness. Their benefit options meet you where you are in your life and set you up for success both in and outside of work.
• If you want to have a positive impact in the lives of others, join Abraxas!

Equal Opportunity Employer
Abraxas Youth & Family Services, an affiliate of Apis Services Inc., offers a rewarding career for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of others. Abraxas is a great place to start your career whether you have a high school diploma or GED, military experience, some college, or a bachelor’s or advanced degree. If you are interested in counseling, juvenile justice, psychology, social work, teaching or just want to make a difference, they have a career path for you.
Apis Services, Inc. provides administrative services to a variety of businesses and non-profit agencies so they can focus on their individual goals and missions. Apis serves 30+ affiliates throughout the USA including locations in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Colorado, New Jersey, and North Carolina.
Join Us in Building Better Futures!
Interested in joining their outstanding team? If you have any questions, you can contact them by email at [email protected]
You can also give them a call at (814) 927-6615 and Brenda or Wendy will be happy to help you!
A complete list of openings, including this one, can be found at https://jobsatabraxas.org/careers.html.
*Ask us how you can earn up to an additional $15,000 per year.

Mental Health Aide- Evenings
Abraxas Youth & Family Services

Abraxas Youth & Family Services is calling all Behavioral Health Technicians, Community Care Workers, Intervention Specialists.
Abraxas I is hiring Mental Health Aides to work directly with adolescents at their residential facility, located in the heart of Allegheny National Forest, near Marienville, Pennsylvania. In this role, you will supervise and interact with clients in the mental health program, teach activities of daily living and responsible life skills, and support the treatment team while helping BUILD BETTER FUTURES.
The minimum starting rate is $15.00 per hour!
Earn up to an additional $15,000.00 a year by participating in their Workforce Development Training Program for their students.*
To Apply: Text MH to 412-912-2012
Salary: $15.00 per hour – $18.54 per hour
Bonus: $5,000 Sign On Bonus
Shift: Evening (3 pm to 11 pm)
About Abraxas:
Abraxas Youth & Family Services is a national nonprofit human services provider dedicated to Building Better Futures for at-risk youth, adults, and families. Their diversified array of services includes alternative education, outpatient counseling, in-home services, shelter, detention, residential treatment and re-entry/transition services.
Since 1973, Abraxas team members have positively impacted the lives of those they serve and the communities in which they live.
Benefits & Perks:
Abraxas provides a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that offers the protection, peace of mind and flexibility designed to support you – both at home and at work.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Basic life and short-term disability insurance
• 403(b) savings plan
• Life assistance program (LAP)
• Tuition assistance program
• Paid time off (PTO) * Paid holidays * Paid training
• Advancement opportunities

In this role, you will:

• Provide direct supervision, leadership, and serve as a role model to clients while interacting in a therapeutic and meaningful manner
• Document client treatment interventions, behavior, and progress
• Assist Mental Health Workers in their collaboration with the Educational team and the client’s Mental Health Therapist to implement the individualized treatment plan
• Implement the daily activity schedule and structure and coordinate client activities, such as Family Night, Structured Recreation, etc
• Conduct head counts to provide effective people security
• Conduct outside building security checks when working on the overnight shift

Hiring Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED
• Must possess a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license
• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Must be able to pass physical and pre-employment drug/alcohol screening
• Must pass criminal background check investigation
• Flexibility to work overtime as required

Why Should You Consider Abraxas?

• At Abraxas, they celebrate the richness of their diverse employees and the communities they serve. They are actively committed to building a culture of awareness and belonging, as they strive to ensure they are a welcoming, inclusive, and culturally competent organization.
• As they work to make a difference in people’s lives, Abraxas is dedicated to respect, equity, and the engagement of those they serve and their employees.
• As a provider of trauma-informed care, they firmly believe in recovery and that their clients can lead fulfilling and meaningful lives, and they consider it an honor and a privilege to assist them in their journey.
• Whether you’re looking to begin a rewarding career or you’re a seasoned professional wanting a new challenge, Abraxas has a place for you and opportunities for development at all levels.
• At Abraxas, everything they do centers around people. That is why they are committed to providing you with competitive pay and comprehensive benefits options that help make your life easier and healthier, with a focus on providing choice when it comes to physical, emotional, and financial wellness. Their benefit options meet you where you are in your life and set you up for success both in and outside of work.
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Equal Opportunity Employer
Abraxas Youth & Family Services, an affiliate of Apis Services Inc., offers a rewarding career for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of others. Abraxas is a great place to start your career whether you have a high school diploma or GED, military experience, some college, or a bachelor’s or advanced degree. If you are interested in counseling, juvenile justice, psychology, social work, teaching or just want to make a difference, they have a career path for you.
Apis Services, Inc. provides administrative services to a variety of businesses and non-profit agencies so they can focus on their individual goals and missions. Apis serves 30+ affiliates throughout the USA including locations in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Colorado, New Jersey, and North Carolina.
Join Us in Building Better Futures!
Interested in joining their outstanding team? If you have any questions, you can contact them by email at [email protected]
You can also give them a call at (814) 927-6615 and Brenda or Wendy will be happy to help you!
A complete list of openings, including this one, can be found at https://jobsatabraxas.org/careers.html.
*Ask us how you can earn up to an additional $15,000 per year.

Payroll/Accounts Payable Clerk
Mealy Excavating and Construction, Inc.

Mealy Excavating and Construction, Inc. is currently accepting resumes for a Payroll/Accounts Payable Clerk.
Requirements:

• Must be proficient in QuickBooks, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Adobe Acrobat DC Pro
• Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounts payable principles
• Previous QuickBooks payroll entry/AP experience preferred
• Extreme attention to detail and aptitude for working with numbers
• Excellent work ethic
• Hours are 8 am- 5 pm Monday-Friday

Duties include:

• Payroll entry and processing, A/P entry and processing, payroll taxes, answering phones, sorting mail, and managing the front office.

What they offer:

• Retirement plan

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• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• On the job training & certifications
• Competitive wages based on qualifications

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How to apply:
NO Phone calls will be accepted.

Administrative Assistant
Luton’s Plumbing, Heating & A/C Inc

Luton’s Plumbing, Heating & A/C Inc currently has an opening for an Administrative Assistant.
Duties:

• Enter customer invoices, receiving customer payments
• Enter accounts payable
• Open/sort the mail
• Filing
• Process payroll
• Biweekly payroll
• Weekly construction prevailing rate payroll (as needed)
• Weekly employee time card review and prep for payroll
• Maintain employee records
• Records saved and sent to the accountant for review quarterly
• Maintain company driver/vehicle & insurance cards
• Assist with daily scheduling of Service Technicians
• Prepare proposals and bid package paperwork
• Basic knowledge of HVAC and plumbing helpful, but not necessary
• Other duties as assigned

Assist with:

• New hire paperwork review and reporting
• Handling of unemployment claims
• Handling of workers compensation claims

Hours: 8 am- 4:30 pm, Monday thru Thursday 8:00 am – 4:00 pm Friday
Requirements:

• Ability to maintain the strictest confidentiality
• Experience with QuickBooks
• Able to use Excel spreadsheets
• Good phone & communication skills

Compensation: Healthcare, 401K, PTO (paid time off). Pay dependent on experience.
Please send your resume to [email protected]

Redi-Mix Truck Drivers
DuBrook

DuBrook is looking for qualified Class A and B CDL Truck Drivers that are hardworking, dedicated, and professional to join their team as concrete mixer drivers.
DuBrook is not just a job. It is a team of people dedicated to delivering a quality product with superior customer service. They treat their employees with respect and offer a compensation package that is one of the most competitive in the industry. DuBrook is looking for team members who are dedicated professionals. If you are looking for a career where you will be treated with respect, check out what they have to offer.
The starting wage is currently between $25.50 and $28.50. Additionally, drivers are offered full-time hours, and benefits including a 401k plan with an employer match provision, comprehensive health coverage that includes medical, dental, and vision, and paid leave time.
DuBrook is committed to taking care of its employees and offers a 75% company contribution towards the monthly premiums for all tiers of health coverage for eligible employees.
For more information or to apply, visit their website at https://dubrookinc.com/careers.

Grimefighters Trainer
Clarion Vocational Services

Clarion Vocational Services is seeking a part-time trainer to work with adults with disabilities in their kitchen and janitorial services.
Experience working with people with disabilities is a plus but they will train the right person.
Must have a valid driver’s license, clearances, and the ability to drive an agency van.

• Approximately 20 hours/week
• Flexible schedule
• No late nights
• Paid time off
• Paid training

Contact Laurie Snyder at 814-226-1076 or [email protected] to apply or for more information.

All Seasons Temporaries Inc. Offers Multiple Positions
All Seasons Temporaries, Inc.

All Seasons Temporaries, Inc. has several new job openings in the local area.
Legal Secretary
8:00am-5:00pm
Monday- Friday
WE PAY WEEKLY!!
Duties (But not limited to):
Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be able to pass pre- employment screening
• Must be able to maintain Confidentiality at all times
• Must be able to use Microsoft Word and Excel

Please send resumes to [email protected] or call 814-437-2148 for more information.

Assembly
7am-3:30pm Monday- Friday
WE PAY WEEKLY!!!
Duties (But not limited to):

• Be able to use multiple small hand tools
• Maintain appropriate records and reports
• Perform assembly tasks over a lengthy time span

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be able to pass pre-employment screening
• Must be able to lift up to 40lbs

Please send resumes to [email protected] or call 814-437-2148 for more information.

Industrial Painter
3:30pm-12am Monday – Friday
10:30pm-7am Sunday – Thursday
WE PAY WEEKLY!!!
Duties (But not limited to):

• Read work orders- analyze required paint operations
• Perform hand spray techniques over a lengthy time span
• Examine products or work to verify conformance to specifications

Requirements: 

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be able to pass pre-employment screening
• Must be able to lift up to 40lbs.
• Steel toe/ composite toe shoes

Please send resumes to [email protected] or call 814-437-2148 for more information.

Lumber Stacker
7am-3:30pm 
WE PAY WEEKLY!!!
Duties (But not limited to):

• Stack lumber anywhere between 12’- 16’ to customers specifications with a partner
• Quality control and clip plywood 8’ 12’ to customers’ specs, with a partner
• Using an air nailer, compound miter saw, table saw, or circular saw at some point
• Need to learn all of the paperwork involved, adding, subtracting, ect. (Math)
• Physical job fast paced

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be able to pass pre- employment screening

Please send resumes to [email protected] or call 814-437-2148 for more information.

Grinder
7am- 3:30pm Monday – Friday
WE PAY WEEKLY!!!
Duties (But not limited to):

• Grinding metal surfaces to the proper specifications
• Responsible for knowledge and operation of handheld grinders
• Stack sheets of metal upon completion of grinding

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be able to pass pre- employment screening
• Steel toed boots

Please send resumes to [email protected] or call 814-437-2148 for more information.

Bundler- Meadville
$12.50 to $13.50/hr. non- exempt
Light forklift driving, packaging bundles of pipe, use of banding and crimping to band pipes together.
Monday through Thursday, 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (some Fridays as needed for overtime, would be eight hours)
Pay Rate: $12.50- $13.50/hr. non- exempt
Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must be able to pass pre-employment screening
• Must have steel-toed shoes

Please send resumes to [email protected] or call 814-437-2148 for more information.
Stick Layers and Bin Tenders– Marienville, Titusville, and Endeavor
$15/hour – 1st and 2nd Shifts – Non-exempt
Job Requirements:

• Ability to lift, bend, twist, and stand for duration shift
• Must pass pre-employment screening
• Must have steel-toed boots
• Must have general mathematical skills
• Must abide by all safety protocols
• Understand lockout protocols
• Must be able to work with a team

Duties (but not limited to):

• Stack and sort lumber in appropriate slots
• Count pieces in stacks
• Tag bundles
• Operate machines and make sure they do not jam
• Clean machines when they are down
• Maintain clean workspaces

Please send resumes to [email protected] or call 814-437-2148 for more information.

About All Season’s Temporaries Inc.
All Season’s offices are located at 1288 Liberty Street in Franklin and 113 N. Broad Street in Grove City.
For more information, call 814-437-2148 for the Franklin office or 724-458-6777 for the Grove City office.
Interested individuals may contact either office for available assignments.

Food Delivery Driver
The Nutrition Group

The Nutrition Group is now hiring Meal Delivery Drivers.
Are you a morning person and looking for the perfect part-time job?
Are you looking to supplement your income?
The Nutrition Group is looking for Home Meal Delivery Drivers for morning shifts.
They are seeking motivated drivers to pick up and deliver meals to seniors at their homes from the Clarion & Rimersburg senior centers areas.
Wages are based on driving routes, Monday-Thursdays only…no weekend hours!
Apply at www.careers.com or Call 724-763-8608.

Food Delivery Driver
The Nutrition Group

The Nutrition Group is now hiring Meal Delivery Drivers.
Full-time & Part-time for Ford City Commissary to prepare and/or deliver meals to the Armstrong Co Jail and Indiana and Clarion counties.

• Competitive wages are offered
• Sign-on bonuses after 30 and 90 days worked
• Paid Hholidays and vacation

Apply at www.tngcareers.com or in person at 105 Valley View Dr, Ford City, PA 16226.
Call 724-763-8608 to arrange an interview. EOE/AA Compliant.

Multiple Positions with Clarion Forest VNA
Clarion Forest VNA

CFVNA is now hiring for multiple positions.
The candidates best fit for these positions are well organized, have excellent documentation skills, and desire a more flexible, family-friendly schedule with one-on-one patient interaction.
Join in a rewarding environment with a family-oriented work setting!
Full-time Registered Nurses for Home Health & Hospice
Requirements:

• Licensed as an RN in Pennsylvania
• 1-year recent acute care experience preferred; Home Health and/or Hospice a plus
• CPR certification
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Must have a current valid PA Driver’s License and reliable transportation
• Able to work in a variety of settings and conditions
• Hours are primarily Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-4:00 PM plus 1 weekend/month, 2 holidays/year, and rotating evenings. Evening hours are scheduled visits between 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM as needed./li>
• Full-time RNs are salaried with a generous bonus system in place
• Flex scheduling is available!

Full-time Home Health Aides
Requirements:

• CNA preferred but not required
• CPR certification
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Must have a current valid PA Driver’s License and reliable transportation
• Able to work in a variety of settings and conditions
• Hours are primarily Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-4:00 PM plus rotating weekends, holidays, and evenings as necessary

Full-time Clinical Information Clerk
This individual would be responsible for:

• Documenting and initiating insurance files
• Acquiring needed authorizations for patient visits
• Checking patient eligibility and benefits
• Communicating with clinical staff about prior authorizations
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Clinical Information

Qualifications:

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Experience with insurance verification and general office work highly preferred
• Medium – High level of computer experience
• The ability to deal with people in a calm and pleasant manner
• Must be able to read and write legibly
• Ability to prioritize the importance of communications received
• Ability to complete work in an accurate and timely manner
• Ability to work well with other people as well as independently
• Highly organized individuals are a plus
• Hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-4:00 PM

Full-time employees are eligible for paid time off, health, HSA with match, dental, and vision insurance, supplemental Policies, and more!
All wages are commensurate with experience and/or education.
Employment applications may be obtained at www.cfvna.org and sent with a resume to:
Human Resources
271 Perkins Rd
Clarion, PA, 16214
For more information please contact Human Resources at 814-297-8400.
Clarion Forest VNA, Inc. is committed to the principles of equal employment. Clarion Forest VNA, INC. complies with the requirements of the CMS Interim Final Rule, effective 1/27/2022, requiring mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations, or CMS required allowance for exemption.

Weekend Life Skills Worker II
Abraxas

Youth Services hiring Weekend Life Skills Workers II or Youth Care Professionals to work directly with Adolescents at Abraxas I (AI) in Marienville, Pennsylvania – starting pay is $15.26 per hour!
Department: Abraxas Youth & Family Services
Location: Marienville, PA
Salary: $15.26 an hour – $19.26 an hour
Bonus: $5,000 Sign-on Bonus
Shift: Friday, 3 pm – 11pm, Saturday, 7am – 11pm, Sunday, 7am – 11pm
Start a career that makes a difference in people’s lives!
To Apply: Text JOB to 412-912-2012
Abraxas I provides adolescent treatment programs for substance abuse, delinquency, and medically necessary mental health services. Their 90-acre campus is nestled in the Allegheny National Forest in northwestern Pennsylvania.
This is an entry-level position; seeking individuals to role model, teach and supervise adolescents in a structured residential environment.
In this role, you will regularly supervise and interact with clients, observe and address client behavior, and document services in client files. Comprehensive paid training is provided to prepare new employees for success in theri team-oriented environment.

Who Abraxas Is:
Abraxas Youth & Family Services is a national nonprofit human services provider dedicated to Building Better Futures for at-risk youth, adults, and families. Our diversified array of services includes alternative education, outpatient counseling, in-home services, shelter, detention, residential treatment, and re-entry/transition services.
Since 1973, Abraxas team members have positively impacted the lives of those we serve and the communities in which they live.
Benefits & Perks:
Abraxas provides a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that offers the protection, peace of mind, and flexibility designed to support you – both at home and at work.

• Medical & Dental & Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Basic Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 403(b) Savings Plan
• Life Assistance Program (LAP)
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off (PTO) * Paid Holidays * Paid Training
• Advancement Opportunities

In this role, you will:

• Provide direct supervision, leadership, and serve as a role model to clients while interacting in a therapeutic and meaningful manner
• Observe client behavior and intervene appropriately, as dictated by policy and individual client treatment plan
• Implement the daily activity schedule and structure and coordinate client activities, such as Family Night, Structured Recreation, etc
• Facilitate and document various psycho-educational groups via standardized curricula
• Conduct scheduled and random head counts to provide effective people security
• Assist with mentoring and on-the-job training of newer team members
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• Demonstrate appropriate use of Safe Crisis Management techniques and skills

Hiring Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Must possess a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license
• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Must be able to pass physical and pre-employment drug/alcohol screening
• Must pass criminal background check investigation
• Flexibility to work overtime as required

Why Should You Consider Abraxas?

• At Abraxas, they celebrate the richness of their diverse employees and the communities they serve. They are actively committed to building a culture of awareness and belonging, as they strive to ensure they are a welcoming, inclusive, and culturally competent organization.
• As they work to make a difference in people’s lives, Abraxas is dedicated to respect, equity, and the engagement of those they serve and their employees.
• As a provider of trauma-informed care, Abraxas firmly believes in recovery and that thier clients can lead fulfilling and meaningful lives, and they consider it an honor and a privilege to assist them in their journey.
• Whether you’re looking to begin a rewarding career or you’re a seasoned professional wanting a new challenge, Abraxas has a place for you and opportunities for development at all levels.
• At Abraxas, everything they do centers around people. That is why they are committed to providing you with competitive pay and comprehensive benefits options that help make your life easier and healthier, with a focus on providing choice when it comes to physical, emotional, and financial wellness. Their benefit options meet you where you are in your life and set you up for success both in and outside of work.
• If you want to have a positive impact in the lives of others, join Abraxas!

Equal Opportunity Employer
Abraxas Youth & Family Services, an affiliate of Apis Services Inc., offers a rewarding career for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of others. Abraxas is a great place to start your career whether you have a high school diploma or GED, military experience, some college, or a bachelor’s or advanced degree. If you are interested in counseling, juvenile justice, psychology, social work, teaching, or just want to make a difference, they have a career path for you.
Apis Services, Inc. provides administrative services to a variety of businesses and non-profit agencies so they can focus on their individual goals and missions. Apis serves 30+ affiliates throughout the USA including locations in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Colorado, New Jersey, and North Carolina.
Join Them in Building Better Futures!
Interested in joining their outstanding team? If you have any questions, you can contact Abraxas by email at [email protected]
Give them a call at (814) 927-6615 and Brenda or Wendy will be happy to help you!
More information can also be found by visiting this page.

Life Skills Worker II
Abraxas

Youth Services hiring Life Skills Workers II or Youth Care Professionals to work directly with Adolescents at Abraxas I (AI) in Marienville, Pennsylvania – starting pay is $15.26 per hour!
Department: Abraxas Youth & Family Services
Location: Marienville, PA
Salary: $15.26 an hour – $19.26 an hour
Bonus: $5,000 Sign-on Bonus
Start a career that makes a difference in people’s lives!
To Apply: Text JOB to 412-912-2012
Abraxas I provides adolescent treatment programs for substance abuse, delinquency, and medically necessary mental health services. Their 90-acre campus is nestled in the Allegheny National Forest in northwestern Pennsylvania.
This is an entry-level position; seeking individuals to role model, teach and supervise adolescents in a structured residential environment.
In this role, you will regularly supervise and interact with clients, observe and address client behavior, and document services in client files. Comprehensive paid training is provided to prepare new employees for success in theri team-oriented environment.

Who Abraxas Is:
Abraxas Youth & Family Services is a national nonprofit human services provider dedicated to Building Better Futures for at-risk youth, adults, and families. Our diversified array of services includes alternative education, outpatient counseling, in-home services, shelter, detention, residential treatment, and re-entry/transition services.
Since 1973, Abraxas team members have positively impacted the lives of those we serve and the communities in which they live.
Benefits & Perks:
Abraxas provides a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that offers the protection, peace of mind, and flexibility designed to support you – both at home and at work.

• Medical & Dental & Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Basic Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 403(b) Savings Plan
• Life Assistance Program (LAP)
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off (PTO) * Paid Holidays * Paid Training
• Advancement Opportunities

In this role, you will:
Hiring Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Must possess a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license
• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Must be able to pass physical and pre-employment drug/alcohol screening
• Must pass criminal background check investigation
• Flexibility to work overtime as required

Why Should You Consider Abraxas?

• At Abraxas, they celebrate the richness of their diverse employees and the communities they serve. They are actively committed to building a culture of awareness and belonging, as they strive to ensure they are a welcoming, inclusive, and culturally competent organization.
• As they work to make a difference in people’s lives, Abraxas is dedicated to respect, equity, and the engagement of those they serve and their employees.
• As a provider of trauma-informed care, Abraxas firmly believes in recovery and that thier clients can lead fulfilling and meaningful lives, and they consider it an honor and a privilege to assist them in their journey.
• Whether you’re looking to begin a rewarding career or you’re a seasoned professional wanting a new challenge, Abraxas has a place for you and opportunities for development at all levels.
• At Abraxas, everything they do centers around people. That is why they are committed to providing you with competitive pay and comprehensive benefits options that help make your life easier and healthier, with a focus on providing choice when it comes to physical, emotional, and financial wellness. Their benefit options meet you where you are in your life and set you up for success both in and outside of work.
• If you want to have a positive impact in the lives of others, join Abraxas!

Equal Opportunity Employer
Abraxas Youth & Family Services, an affiliate of Apis Services Inc., offers a rewarding career for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of others. Abraxas is a great place to start your career whether you have a high school diploma or GED, military experience, some college, or a bachelor’s or advanced degree. If you are interested in counseling, juvenile justice, psychology, social work, teaching, or just want to make a difference, they have a career path for you.
Apis Services, Inc. provides administrative services to a variety of businesses and non-profit agencies so they can focus on their individual goals and missions. Apis serves 30+ affiliates throughout the USA including locations in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Colorado, New Jersey, and North Carolina.
Join Them in Building Better Futures!
Interested in joining their outstanding team? If you have any questions, you can contact Abraxas by email at [email protected]
Give them a call at (814) 927-6615 and Brenda or Wendy will be happy to help you!
More information can also be found by visiting this page.

Technology Education/Industrial Arts Teacher
Keystone School District

Keystone School District currently has an opening for a Technology Education/Industrial Arts Teacher.
This is a full-time position available immediately at Keystone Jr/Sr High School.
The district is seeking a dynamic instructor with an interest in developing and Advancing STEM related courses and traditional Industrial Art courses.
Please send letter of interest, resume, PA standard application, certificate, transcript(s), three reference letters, Act 168 disclosure form(s), and copies of current Act 34, 114, and 151 clearance statements to:
Mr. Michael McCormick, Acting Superintendent
Keystone School District
451 Huston Avenue, Knox, PA 16232
Deadline: October 7, 2022

Class B CDL Concrete Truck Driver
Heeter Lumber, Inc.

Heeter Lumber, Inc. currently has and opening for an experienced Class B CDL truck driver to deliver ready mix concrete with rear discharge mixer trucks.
Job Details
Pay: $17.00 – $22.00 per hour
Job Type:

• Full-time
• Part-time

Number of openings for this position: 1
Schedule:

• 8-hour shift
• Weekend availability
• Overtime

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
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• Life insurance
• 401(k) matching

Job description:
A part-time applicant will be scheduled to work only when concrete is scheduled, with an expected layoff period during winter.
A full-time applicant will be scheduled to work a regular schedule of 40+ hours per week. When not delivering concrete, the full-time employee will manage the lumber and building material storage areas and ensure the customers get the material they have purchased.
Responsibilities:

• Deliver Ready Mixed concrete to customer location
• Clean and maintain delivery vehicles
• Inspect vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues and perform preventative maintenance
• Comply with truck driving rules and regulations (size, weight, route designations, parking and break periods) as well as with company policies and procedures
• Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions
• Collect and verify delivery instructions
• Report defects, accidents or violations

Skills:

• Proven work experience as a truck driver
• Extensive knowledge of applicable truck driving rules and regulations
• No recent moving or driving violations
• Adaptability and foresight to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions etc)
• Valid CDL license

Apply in person at 101 Short Street, Sligo, or at any of their 5 locations.

Openings at Wagner Tarps; Earn Weekly Bonuses
Wagner Tarps

Wagner Tarps, provider of durable, high-quality custom-made vinyl and mesh tarps for the trucking industry for over 25 years has immediate full-time openings at their Brookville facility.
NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY, Wagner tarps will pay you to learn the trade!!
Positions are Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
On-the-job training, no experience is necessary, you will be trained to manufacture and install custom tarps.
The positions include a WEEKLY BONUS PROGRAM. Earn up to an extra $130 a week just for showing up to work!!
The positions also include paid holidays, paid vacation, paid uniforms, matched retirement, and a Christmas bonus.
Apply in person at:
244 Industrial Park Road
Brookville, PA

Administrative Assistant
Kahle’s Kitchens, Inc.

Kahle’s Kitchens, Inc. in Leeper PA currently has an opening for an Administrative Assistant.
Duties include, but are not limited to, answering phones, entering accounts payable, shipping items via FedEx, entering customer invoices, and filing.
Applicant should be proficient in Microsoft Office, have good communication skills, and be able to work well with others.
Basic accounting knowledge is a plus but not required.
The position is full-time Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. shift. Benefits include health and vision insurance, 401k, and vacation.
Pay dependent on experience. The applicant may be subject to drug testing.
Kahle’s Kitchens, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.
If you are interested please fill out an application in person at 7488 Route 36, Leeper, Pa 16233.

Part-Time Special Education Paraeducators
Union School District

Union School District is seeking, a caring, applicant for a Part-Time Paraeducator located at Sligo Elementary School for the 2022 – 2023 school year.
Candidates for consideration should be enthusiastic, joyful, and motivated. Union School District values candidates that possess an understanding of child development and a caring disposition. The district is eager to welcome to their team a colleague committed to building strong student, staff, and family relationships and one who is committed to self-development.
Qualifications: Demonstrated enthusiasm for working with school-age children, 3–5 years of experience working with students (preferred), Associate’s degree (preferred), Confidence when working with others, Strong social and communication skills.
Please submit a letter of interest; resume; general application; along with current Act 34, Act 151, Act 168, FBI Fingerprint, CPR, and First Aid clearances to Dr. Elena Steidinger, Director of Special Education, 354 Baker Street, Suite 2, Rimersburg, PA 16248 or via email at [email protected] Applications can be found at www.unionsd.net.
Review of applications will begin immediately, however, applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Union School District is an equal opportunity employer.

Welders and General Laborers
Swartfager Welding Inc.

Swartfager Welding Inc., is looking to hire motivated and dependable full-time employees.
Current positions available include Welders and General Laborers.
Job requirements include passing a pre-employment drug screen and following all safety procedures.
The benefits package includes a competitive hourly rate of pay, holiday and vacation pay, paid time off, medical & vision insurance, and a 401K plan.
Interested individuals are encouraged to apply in person at Swartfager Welding Inc., 199 Boyle Memorial Drive, Knox, PA 16232. Monday – Friday 7 am to 3:30 pm.

Full-Time Massage Therapist
Simply Skin Medical Spa

Simply Skin Medical Spa located at 420 Wood Street in Clarion is currently hiring a full-time massage therapist.
Enjoy your work in a fast-paced and fast-growing Medical Day Spa!
Benefits include an insurance stipend, paid vacation, and 401K.
For more information or to apply for the position email [email protected]

Rimersburg Borough Maintenance Employees
Rimersburg Borough

Rimersburg Borough is currently accepting applications for 2 full-time, hourly positions with benefits.
General laborer/ equipment operator.
Hourly wage based on experience.
Applications are available at:
Rimersburg Borough Building
27 Main Street
Rimersburg, PA 16248
Mail applications to or drop them off at the above address. Envelopes must be marked APPLICATION.
Rimersburg Borough is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Do you have a job listing that you’d like to include in this list? E-mail the listing to [email protected] or call 814-297-8004.

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LAS VEGAS, Oct. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Oracle CloudWorld — Oracle today announced Oracle Database 23c Beta, the latest version of the world’s leading converged database, supporting all data types, workloads, and development styles. Oracle Database 23c, code named “App Simple,” focuses on simplifying applications and development. Many additional innovations across Oracle’s database services and products portfolio extend Oracle’s leadership in performance, security, and availability for mission-critical workloads.
Oracle Database 23c “App Simple” delivers advanced new capabilities that enable breakthrough developer productivity for applications that are written using JSON, Graph, or microservices, while also enhancing SQL to make it even easier to use and adding JavaScript as a stored procedure language. For example, Oracle Database 23c introduces a groundbreaking new approach called JSON Relational Duality for addressing the mismatch between how applications represent data versus how relational databases store data. JSON Relational Duality simplifies application development by allowing data to be simultaneously used as application-friendly JSON documents and as database-friendly relational tables. 
“Modern applications are built using new types of data such as JSON and Graph, new types of analytics such as machine learning, and new development styles such as microservices. The breadth and depth of data technologies used by modern applications can make developing and running apps increasingly complex,” said Juan Loaiza, executive vice president, mission-critical database technologies, Oracle. “Oracle Database 23c ‘App Simple’ introduces game changing new technologies that make it dramatically easier to develop and run these modern apps.”
To enhance data protection for mission-critical Oracle Database services on Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), Oracle also announced Oracle Database Zero Data Loss Autonomous Recovery Service, enabling organizations to address the challenges of ransomware, outages, and human errors more effectively. In addition, Oracle introduced Oracle Full Stack Disaster Recovery Service which allows customers to configure, monitor, and manage the disaster recovery process for the full stack of technologies used to build applications—including middleware, databases, networks, storage, and compute from the OCI console.
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“JSON Relational Duality in Oracle Database 23c brings substantial simplicity and flexibility to modern app dev,” said Carl Olofson, research vice president, Data Management Software, IDC. “It addresses the age-old object–relational mismatch problem, offering an option for developers to pick the best storage and access formats needed for each use case without having to worry about data structure, data mapping, data consistency, or performance tuning. No other specialized document databases offer such a revolutionary solution.” 
“With over 300 new features and enhancements, including JSON Relational Duality, Operational Graphs, Microservices support, real-time machine learning and support for new data types, the next generation Oracle Database 23c is poised to gain app developer mindshare and make it extremely simple to develop and run data-driven mission-critical apps,” said Holger Mueller, vice president and principal analyst, Constellation Research. “Clearly Oracle has delivered on the ‘App Simple’ code name of its latest Database 23c, and it’ll undoubtedly be a ‘must see’ debut at CloudWorld.”
“Oracle Database 23c more than lives up to its code name—App Simple—by taking application development to unprecedented levels of task reduction, simplification, and automation,” said Marc Staimer, senior analyst, Wikibon. “Oracle Database 23c definitively ends the long running ‘relational vs. document’ debate with JSON Relational Duality delivering the best of both worlds. Data is stored as rows in relational format, while data can be accessed as JSON formats. Developers can operate on the same data without having to worry about data structure, data mapping, data consistency, or performance tuning.”
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In this paper, we present a cloud service checklist designed to help IT administrators or researchers in academic organizations select the most suitable cloud services. This checklist, which comprises items that we believe IT administrators or researchers in academic organizations should consider when they adopt cloud services, comprehensively covers the issues related to a variety of cloud services, including security, functionality, performance, and law. In response to the increasing demands for storage and computing resources in genome medical science communities, various guidelines for using resources operated by external organizations, such as cloud services, have been published by different academic funding agencies and the Japanese government. However, it is sometimes difficult to identify the checklist items that satisfy the genome medical science community’s guidelines, and some of these requirements are not included in the existing checklists. This issue provided our motivation for creating a cloud service checklist customized for genome medical research communities. The resulting customized checklist is designed to help researchers easily find information about the cloud services that satisfy the guidelines in genome medical science communities. Additionally, we explore whether many cloud service providers satisfy the requirements or checklist items in the cloud service checklist for genome medical research by evaluating their survey responses.
Cloud services are now used for many purposes, including research, education, and organization management, in a wide variety of academic communities. For example, a recent survey on academic information infrastructure conducted by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) in Japan indicates that more than 90% of universities now use cloud services in their information systems¹. In our current era, major data science communities, such as those pursuing life science fields, require computing systems that can archive and analyze large-scale scientific data. As a result, cloud services are rapidly becoming essential in new computing systems as well as conventional on-premise computing systems. For example, the National Institute of Genetics (NIG) in Japan has already begun utilizing a public cloud computing service in a hybrid collaboration with their on-premise supercomputer², while the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in the United States has promoted the usage of public clouds in academic research through its Science and Technology Research Infrastructure for Discovery, Experimentation, and Sustainability (STRIDES) Initiative³.
However, security issues are matters of serious concern among information technology (IT) administrators in academic organizations. Indeed, the abovementioned MEXT survey results indicate that while higher security is the reason cloud services are used in 50% of universities that have adopted such services, it is also the reason 50% of universities have declined opportunities to adopt cloud services¹. These contradictory survey results indicate that any standard criteria for the use of cloud services have not been adopted in Japanese academic communities and that this lack makes researchers hesitant to use cloud services—particularly in academic fields involving sensitive data, such as genome medical research. As a result, these researchers remain ignorant of opportunities to utilize the data and computing capacity offered by cloud services.
As criteria for the use of cloud services in genome medical science communities, guidelines for using the resources operated by external organizations, such as cloud services, have been published by different academic funding agencies. For example, the National Bioscience Database Center (NBDC) of the Japan Science and Technology Agency (JST) has published the “NBDC Guidelines for Human Data Sharing”⁴ (hereafter, “NBDC guidelines”), to define the rules for storing and analyzing human-related data generated using public funds while considering the protection of personal information. The NBDC guidelines include requirements for the operation of databases/servers operated by academic organizations outside of the NBDC. Separately, the US NIH has published the “NIH Security Best Practices for Controlled-Access Data Subject to the NIH Genomic Data Sharing (GDS) Policy”⁵ (hereafter, “NIH guidelines”), to define the rules for research investigators seeking to access the human genomic and phenotypic data that are maintained in NIH data repositories. It also provides rules for the operation of databases/servers operating in academic organizations or cloud services.
The need for guidelines covering the operation of medical information systems has also been discussed in Japanese government agencies, and two relevant guideline documents have been published. These are the “Security Guidelines for Medical Information Systems” produced by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare⁶ (hereafter, “MHLW guidelines”) and the “Guidelines for Safety Management of Medical Information by Providers of Information Systems and Services Handling Medical Information” jointly produced by the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications and the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry⁷ (hereafter, “MIC/METI guidelines”. The former guidelines focus primarily on the requirements for administrators in medical institutions or IT service providers, while the latter focus primarily on the requirements for IT service providers, including cloud service providers.
Furthermore, the National Institute of Informatics (NII) has developed a cloud service checklist that is designed to help IT administrators or researchers in academic organizations select the most suitable cloud services. This checklist, which consists of items that we believe IT administrators or researchers in academic organizations should consider when they adopt cloud services, comprehensively covers the issues related to a variety of cloud services, including security, functionality, performance, and law. However, it is sometimes difficult to identify the checklist items that satisfy genome medical science community guidelines, and some guideline requirements are not included in the extant checklist. This issue provided our motivation for creating a cloud service checklist that is customized for genome medical research communities.
In this paper, we therefore provide a cloud service checklist designed to help IT administrators or researchers in academic organizations select the most suitable cloud services, and we have customized this checklist for genome medical research. The resulting customized checklist is designed to help researchers easily find information about the cloud services that satisfy guidelines in genome medical science communities. Additionally, we explore whether many cloud service providers satisfy the requirements or checklist items in the cloud service checklist for genome medical research by analyzing their survey responses.
In Japan, the NII offers “GakuNin Cloud” services to support actual cloud adoption and use in Japanese universities and research institutes. Within GakuNin Cloud services, the GakuNin Cloud Adoption Support Service (CAS) collects, disseminates, and shares the standard processes and information required when universities and research institutes adopt and use cloud services. This service is supported by the NII’s GakuNin Cloud Service Checklist (GCC), which summarizes the relevant issues (reliability, security, contract conditions, etc.) when universities and research institutes adopt cloud services. The NII also collects responses to the GCC from cloud service providers. The responses are verified by the NII and made available to universities and research institutes considering the adoption of such services. Figure 1 depicts an overview of the CAS.
GakuNin Cloud Adoption Support Service provides information on cloud adoption and utilization to universities and research institutions.
The first version of the GCC was formulated by the NII in 2015, and the latest version (V5.1) was published in 2021. An English language version, V5.1E, is available at https://nii-gakunin-cloud.github.io/#checklist. As shown in Table 1, which provides an overview of GCC V5.1, the GCC consists of 112 detailed check items, separated into 19 categories.
Some specific examples of GCC checklist items are as follows:
Data center
To verify the reliability and safety of cloud services, it is first necessary to investigate the data center facility where the cloud services are hosted. Issues of interest here include measures for security, disaster prevention, failure, and disaster response. Additionally, when considering the processing and storage of sensitive data, such as personal and confidential information, it is necessary to confirm the location (country or region) of the data center. Furthermore, since some cloud service providers allow users to choose from among their available data center locations, this function is also important when selecting cloud services. The GCC includes detailed check items that can help resolve such issues. These include, for example, “Are the regions or zones of data centers disclosed? Are data centers located in Japan?” (K6: Data center locations) and “Is it possible for users to specify which data center in which region or zone is used?” (K7: Specification of locations and zones). Here, “K6” and “K7” denote item numbers in the GCC.
Data management
Monitoring system statuses or logs is an important issue in the operation of computer systems. Although system administrators manage on-premise system logs, the logs related to cloud services are managed by cloud service providers and may not be accessible to cloud service customers. Thus, when selecting a cloud service, it is necessary to confirm what logs are available for cloud service customers. The GCC includes detailed check items to clarify this issue. These include, for example, “Is a university/research institute permitted the right to use application logs (SaaS), server system logs/operation logs/access logs (IaaS) managed by the provider?” (M2).
Contract conditions
Legal issues are important considerations when confirming a contract between a university and a cloud service provider, particularly since many popular cloud services are provided by foreign providers from data centers outside of Japan. As a result, it is necessary to confirm the contract terms and conditions of a contract, including the governing law and court of competent jurisdiction, in case of disputes. To the best of our knowledge, most Japanese universities require their contracts to be governed by the laws of Japan. Accordingly, the GCC includes detailed check items related to legal issues. These include, for example, “Is the governing law for any litigation that may arise taken to be Japanese law?” (P4) and “Is there a court of competent jurisdiction?” (P5).
Data encryption
To assure data confidentiality, the data encryption functionality of cloud services should be confirmed. Accordingly, the GCC includes check items related to encryption functions both during network communications (data in flight) and for data stored in cloud storage services (data at rest). These include, for example, “Is guaranteed security of communications between terminal and resources offered?” (G2) and “Is it possible to encrypt stored user data?” (M4).
Data deletion
After a cloud user explicitly requests the deletion of data or terminates its cloud contract, the user’s data that are stored in the cloud service infrastructure should not be available to anyone. Accordingly, the GCC includes check items that cover the complete deletion of stored data as well as the applicable deletion methods and the availability of provider-issued deletion certificates. These include, for example, “Is there a guarantee to ensure that no data that a user has clearly deleted, as well as no user information or data belonging to the user remaining after a user has decided to terminate the agreement, are reused? (e.g., all data are deleted in accordance with NIST-SP-800-88) If a data deletion certification can be issued, state this.” (Q2).
The GCC consists of 112 detailed check items and comprehensively covers issues for a variety of cloud services. However, its comprehensive nature sometimes makes it difficult for users to investigate cloud services by focusing on specific-use cases. Accordingly, we also developed checklists and related documents targeting specific-use cases. For example, the cloud procurement checklist categorizes GCC check items based on working processes (design, specifications, management approval, etc.). A number of specific use-case-oriented checklists are shown below.
Checklist for Business Continuity Planning (BCP)/Disaster Recovery (DR)
In the abovementioned MEXT survey, more than 70% of queried universities stated that cloud services contribute to their improved business continuity planning (BCP) and disaster recovery (DR)¹. To support university administrators working to utilize cloud services for BCP/DR, we developed a BCP/DR use-case-oriented checklist. To accomplish this, we first defined three cloud-based system deployment models: an all-in-cloud model, where a whole system is deployed on a cloud; an active-standby model, where a whole system is operated on-premise (active) and a backup system is deployed in a cloud (standby); and the data backup model, where a whole system is operated on-premise and the backup data in the on-premise system is stored in a cloud. The latter two are also called hybrid cloud models. This checklist currently consists of 24 detailed check items, and we plan to provide actual BCP/DR design patterns based on the BCP/DR checklist items.
Checklist for online meeting services
Online (web-based) meeting services are becoming essential tools not only as temporary expedients, such as during the COVID-19 pandemic, but also in support of future postpandemic working styles. In Japan, most universities switched to online lecture formats in 2020; while many resumed in-person classes in 2022, others plan to continue providing online classes⁸. To support such changes in education and research styles, we developed a use-case-oriented checklist for online meeting services. This checklist is also based on GCC and considers actual use cases of education and research in universities. It also contains input from a telework-related study conducted by the US National Security Agency (NSA)⁹ and various university security experts. In total, the checklist consists of 34 checkpoints, 25 of which were selected from the GCC and nine of which were added later based on the online meeting service requirements of various universities.
Checklist for security policy
A publication entitled “Examples of Information Security Rules and Regulations for Higher Education Facilities” (EISR) was released by the NII to provide regulations related to the management of confidential information in cloud services¹⁰. Accordingly, the security policy use-case-oriented checklist was created based on GCC and the abovementioned NII publication. The resulting checklist consists of the check items and best practices that should be considered in terms of information security when public cloud services are used in universities. Specifically, it includes 72 detailed check items, 71 of which were selected from the GCC, and one newly added item based on EISR requirements. While the GCC is organized in terms of cloud service features, this use-case-oriented checklist includes items for cloud service customers, including what those customers should do when using a cloud service. Although its primary purpose is to ensure compliance with security policies, it is also intended to help universities consider security issues when selecting and using cloud services. Additionally, it can reduce the efforts required when defining internal guidelines for cloud adoption in universities.
Checklist for high-performance computing (HPC) services
Since high-performance computing (HPC) services are actively used in many academic communities, the verification of HPC services is an important issue when users run jobs involving sensitive data. Accordingly, we developed a use-case-oriented checklist for HPC services in collaboration with the RIKEN Center for Computational Science (R-CCS)¹¹. This checklist includes 100 detailed check items, 89 of which were selected from GCC and 11 of which were added later based on HPC service requirements.
Although the GCC is suitable for use when comprehensively surveying cloud services, its use can sometimes be difficult for researchers searching for the cloud service that is most suitable for running a particular application. For example, genome medical science researchers may need to run applications on cloud services with higher security functions to protect sensitive data, such as personal information, to follow the defined guidelines in their research community. However, it is sometimes difficult to identify the checklist items that satisfy those community guidelines, and some guideline requirements are not included in the GCC. This issue provided our motivation for creating a cloud service checklist that is customized for genome medical research communities. The resulting customized checklist was thus designed to help researchers easily find information about the cloud services that satisfy the guidelines in genome medical science communities.
Figure 2 shows how we created this checklist. First, we surveyed three guidelines used in other academic communities, the NBDC guidelines, the NIH guidelines, and the EISR¹⁰. The latter document was included, even though it does not focus on genome medical science, because it is used by many universities in Japan when creating security policies in their institutions. We also surveyed two government guidelines^6,7.
Creating the checklist, we surveyed three guidelines used in other academic communities, the NBDC guidelines, the NIH guidelines, and the Examples of Information Security Rules and Regulations for Higher Education Facilities. We also surveyed two government guidelines, the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare guidelines and the guidelines from the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications and the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry.
Next, we selected the specific requirements for cloud service providers and customers. In this stage, we assumed that the cloud service customers would be research groups organized by a system administrator and data users, whereby the system administrator provides a suitable application execution environment for data users and the data users analyze data using that application execution environment. Table 2 summarizes the participants in this checklist.
Finally, we mapped the selected requirements with related items in the GCC by selecting those that discuss specific requirements and then defined the matching requirements for cloud service providers and customers. For example, the NBDC, NIH, and MIC/METI guidelines require an infrastructure (or a cloud service provider) to provide a communication encryption function between cloud servers and customer terminals. Additionally, the MHLW and NBDC guidelines require a user (or a cloud service customer) to access servers via encrypted communication. Based on these inputs, we defined the G2 checklist item in Table 3, which also shows an example of the data deletion checklist Item Q2. Here, it should be noted that since we also found new requirements, which had not been covered in the GCC, new items were added to define those requirements. Table 4 summarizes the items in the checklist, which consists of 46 items, categorized into 13 groups.
This section explores whether many cloud service providers satisfy the requirements or checklist items in the use-case-oriented checklist for genome medical research (GCR) presented in the previous section. The NII distributes the GCC to cloud service providers and collects the responses. We analyzed responses to our survey and summarized the satisfaction rate relevant to the GCR. Here, the satisfaction rate refers to the percentage of cloud service providers who responded positively to the detailed check items, and our survey consisted of two question types: requests for alternative (Yes/No) answers and descriptive answers.
We consider a cloud service provider to be positive in regard to an item if the answer is “Yes” for the alternative question or if the measures related to the question have been sufficiently described in a descriptive answer. Figure 3 summarizes the satisfaction rate for the checklist. The blue bar denotes the satisfaction rate, which is the percentage of cloud service providers that responded positively to a detailed check item (Satisfaction rate [%] Yes), while the red bar denotes the percentage of cloud service providers that did not (Satisfaction rate [%] No). The orange bar indicates the percentage of cloud service providers whose satisfaction rate could not be determined based on the answers we received (Satisfaction rate [%] investigation required).
The blue bar denotes the satisfaction rate, which is the percentage of cloud service providers that responded positively to a detailed check item, while the red bar denotes the percentage of cloud service providers that did not. The orange bar indicates the percentage of cloud service providers whose satisfaction rate could not be determined based on the answers we received.
The results in Fig. 3 show that the satisfaction rate for “G2: Communications security” is 100%. In other words, all the cloud service providers offer sufficient methods for enabling secure communications, such as SSH or SSL/TLS for encryption, AES for file sharing, and SINET L2VPN, Internet Protocol Secure (IPsec), and Secure Sockets Layer Virtual Private Network (SSL-VPN). Notably, SINET L2VPN is a secure and high-speed VPN service offered by the Science Information NETwork (SINET) for Japanese academic communities¹². Since secure communications are indispensable to access cloud services on the internet, it is essential that cloud service providers offer secure communication methods as a standard service.
On the other hand, we note that for some items, cloud service providers did not disclose the requested information for security reasons. For example, the satisfaction rate for the item “K2: Physical access control”, which asks how physical access to the data center is managed (e.g., IC card authentication, biometric authentication, or physical identification by a security guard), was 0%. In other words, none of the cloud service providers were willing to disclose that information in response to our survey. However, we have also confirmed that they disclose such information, possibly via a nondisclosure agreement with customers, including those who are considering the use of their cloud services.
In addition, the results show that the satisfaction rate for the item “M5: Encryption key management”, which concerns the key management method used for data encryption, was 17%. Here, we note that many cloud service providers use internally managed encryption keys. Hence, such cloud service providers may be unwilling to disclose such information due to security reasons. However, other cloud service providers enable their customers to manage their own data encryption keys, and thus those cases likely explain how the satisfaction rate of 17% could be achieved.
The satisfaction rate for the item “L9: Update of malware definition files”, which asks how frequently definition files are updated if virus or malware detection and protection services are provided, was also 0%. This indicates that none of the cloud service providers were willing to disclose the frequency at which their virus definition files are updated. These cloud service providers therefore deem their customers responsible for updating malware definition files. Additionally, malware detection features are usually provided by third parties, whereby cloud service providers cannot be fully responsible for updating malware definition files. Thus, in such cases, it is possible to minimize related problems on the customer’s side by implementing third-party virus or malware detection and protection software.
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Criteria that will help researchers and IT administrators choose cloud service providers appropriate for the medical genomics research field have been formulated. Researchers collect and analyze increasingly large amounts of data, making cloud services essential. Although some guidelines have been published, security concerns make many researchers who handle sensitive data hesitant to adopt cloud services. Kumiko Kobayashi at the National Institute of Informatics in Tokyo, Japan, and co-workers have published a cloud services checklist customized for genome medical researchers that addresses concerns of security, functionality, performance, and law. Issues such as security (physical and encryption), disaster recovery, data deletion assurance, and laws governing disputes (for cloud services companies in different countries) are covered. This checklist should help researchers choose appropriate cloud services and improve access to big data services.
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