Roanoke, TX 76262 • (31.2 miles) • Full Time • 10/4/2026

About defi SOLUTIONS:defi SOLUTIONS is a pioneer in end-to-end, SaaS loan originations, servicing, and managed servicing solutions. Our customers include the highest volume captive auto lenders, banks, credit unions, and finance companies in North America. We have more than three decades of experience helping lenders reduce time-to-market, streamline operations, and customer lending processes with proven, scalable performance.What is in it for You?Paid TrainingUp to four weeks of PTO (Paid Time Off) allotted per year to encourage a healthy work/life balanceTuition ReimbursementDay One - Comprehensive Benefits PackageWe encourage your individual growth and look to promote within!Position SummaryThe Account Recovery Specialist is responsible for supporting customers through early-stage accou

Fort Worth, TX 76126 • (6.4 miles) • Full Time • 10/3/2026

Benefits:Health insuranceOpportunity for advancementPaid time offTraining & developmentVision insuranceWellness resources401(k)Competitive salaryDental insuranceEnsure Accuracy. Drive Profitability. Support Operational Excellence. We’re looking for a detail-driven and solutions-oriented Billing Analyst to support our Mitigation and CAT Operations teams. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy working behind the scenes to keep complex projects financially on track, and take pride in precision and accountabilitythis role is for you. Company Overview Mooring is a third-generation, family-owned Disaster Restoration and Commercial Construction company. We are trusted professionals serving major industries across the continental United States. With a reputation built on urgency, integri

Fort Worth, TX 76119 • (20.1 miles) • Full Time • 10/3/2026

We are looking for a Collections Specialist to immediately join a team on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent role. This position focuses on managing account receivables, communicating with customers regarding outstanding balances, and helping maintain steady cash flow through timely follow-up. The ideal candidate brings experience across commercial and consumer collections, along with a solid understanding of billing and credit-related collection practices.Responsibilities:• Contact customers by phone, email, and other approved channels to follow up on overdue invoices and unresolved account balances.• Review account activity to identify delinquent payments, document collection efforts, and determine appropriate next steps for resolution.• Work with internal teams to resea

Dallas, TX 75233 • (42.7 miles) • Full Time • 10/2/2026

Benefits:Competitive salaryHealth insurancePaid time off We are seeking a Collection Representative to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for contacting customers to collect past due payments, negotiating payment plans, and working with customers to resolve any disputes. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to remain professional and courteous in difficult situations. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to make a difference in the lives of our customers. Responsibilities: Communicate with customers regarding their accounts.Provide customer service and support to customers in a professional manner.Negotiate payment plans with customers.Keep accurate records of customer accounts and

Lewisville, TX • (43.5 miles) • Full Time • 10/1/2026

Armina Healthcare is looking for a Billing/Collections Specialist to join our team. If you like what you do and want to like where you work we are the company for you! The Billing Specialist is a key position responsible for coordinating the billing and maintenance of patient accounts. The Billing Specialist will process bills daily, as well as perform reviews of the billing and medical documents before processing the claim. This position requires a highly detailed and reliable person who is team-oriented and have the ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality along with the ability to multitask. As we are billing for multiple facilities you will be expected to manage multiple facilities. Benefits 10 days PTO the first year8 PAID Holidays a yearHealth Insurance (within 30 days)Den

Weatherford, TX • (10.4 miles) • Full Time • 10/1/2026

At Pro-Vac, we are not just providing hydro-excavation and storm/sewer maintenance services; we are supporting the critical infrastructure that keeps communities moving. We believe in delivering safe, efficient, and innovative solutions with the most talented and dedicated team in the industry.As the Billing Specialist at Pro-Vac, you'll play a vital role in ensuring the accuracy of financial transactions, invoices, and billing processes. If you excel at billing procedures, regulatory compliance, and maintaining strong relationships with customers and colleagues while effectively resolving billing discrepancies, we invite you to apply today!Mission of the Role: We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Billing Specialist to join our AWESOME team at Pro-Vac! You’ll manage customer

Fort Worth, TX • (16.2 miles) • Full Time • 9/30/2026

Position: Medical Billing SupportLocation: Watauga, TX (Onsite)Pay Rate: $18.00 / per hourSchedule: Monday – Thursday, 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Three-day weekend every week!)Employment Type: Temporary (90-Day Assignment)Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).Openings: 1Start Date: ASAPPosition OverviewAddison Group is hiring for our client, a healthcare organization seeking a dependable Medical Administrative Assistant to provide support to its billing and administrative team. This role is ideal for someone who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working with medical documentation in a fast-paced office environment.While previous medical billing experience is beneficial, candidates with strong administrative and computer skills who are eager

Dallas, TX 75261 • (34.6 miles) • Full Time • 9/30/2026

Description: Build your career with Heritage Auctions, the world’s largest collectibles auctioneer.Celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2026, Heritage Auctions has spent five decades connecting collectors with extraordinary objects and the stories behind them. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, with offices across the United States and around the world, Heritage serves more than 50 auction categories, including Coins, Sports, Comics, Entertainment, Historical, Jewelry, Fine and Decorative Art, Luxury Accessories, Wine, and many more. Join a collaborative, fast-paced company where curiosity is valued, expertise is celebrated, and every day offers an opportunity to work with remarkable pieces of history and culture.SUMMARY: We are looking for a Collections Specialist to manage accounts receivabl

Irving, TX • (38.6 miles) • Full Time • 9/29/2026

Title: Billing SupervisorEmployment Type: PermanentCompensation Range: $100,000 – $110,000 + 10% bonusLocation: Irving, TXWork Schedule: HybridIndustry: HVAC ServicesCompany OverviewA national team of experts driving HVAC innovation through a network of high-performing companies. The organization operates a shared services model that strengthens financial operations, systems, and controls across multiple operating entities while supporting long-term value creation.Position SummaryThe Billing Supervisor oversees the daily operations of the billing team to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant invoicing across operating companies. This position provides leadership, process oversight, and coaching to billing specialists while maintaining accountability for performance, internal controls, and

Irving, TX • (38.6 miles) • Full Time • 9/26/2026

Financial Additions is searching for an organized and detail-oriented Portal Billing Specialist for a temp-to hire opportunity in Irving. This is an onsite position, with possible work from home opportunites based upon the project. Responsibilities include: Submit high-volume invoices through customer portals including SAP Ariba, Taulia, Corrigo, Oracle Textura, GCPay, Procore, and other customer-specific platforms.Validate invoices and required backup against purchase orders, contracts, billing requirements, and customer specifications.Monitor invoice status and research/resolve rejected, disputed, or incomplete submissions, coordinating with Billing, AR, Project Managers, Service teams, Collections, and customer contacts as needed.Manage daily submission queues, prioritize deadlines, tra

Dallas, TX 75247 • (43.1 miles) • Full Time • 9/26/2026

Find the Career of Your Life About the Position As a Medical Billing and Coding Instructor with CHCP, you will deliver the curriculum to help students achieve their educational goals while ensuring ethical conduct and sound educational practice occur. You will do so by managing your classrooms and promoting a positive and engaging learning environment as you provide support, tutoring, and other assistance as needed. The Medical Billing/Coding Instructor will "model" professional behavior, language, and activities for your students, so a strong background in medical billing and coding will be vital as you train the next generation of allied health care workers. When you join CHCP, you will enjoy working on a small intimate campus in addition to autonomy, professional development, and the sa

Irving, TX 75038 • (38.4 miles) • Full Time • 9/25/2026

About DigniFi:DigniFi is a mission-driven company who’s Point-of-Sale financing solution helps 2,000+ partners increase revenue, drive accessory orders, and decrease deferred repairs. By partnering with dealerships and service centers, DigniFi offers financing products at the point of sale for consumers to finance auto repairs, service, parts, accessories, maintenance packages and more.Our mission is to help auto dealers and service centers grow by offering their customers innovative, inclusive financing. Our vision is to make financing for the needs of daily life accessible and inclusive. Come join us on this exciting ride!About the Role:The ideal candidate for this position will have the experience/skills listed in this job description as well as be flexible and have a hardworking approa

Flower Mound, TX 75028 • (39.2 miles) • Full Time • 9/25/2026

Blue Science is one of America’s largest, most experienced, and most awarded pool service companies. We service customers in all the major Texas and Florida Metro Areas. Blue Science, founded in 2007, is family owned and operated, with a strong commitment to bringing our customers pool care and craftsmanship they can rely on now, and in the future. As a rapidly growing organization, Blue Science is looking for an individual to join our team who has a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and exceptional customer service skills.As a Billing Specialist, you will be tasked with daily data entry and research of customer invoicing, along with reconciling customer disputes. You will assist with preparing and sending invoices, tracking payment processes, keeping meticulous records, and resolving

Irving, TX 75061 • (38.3 miles) • Full Time • 9/24/2026

Description: GSM Outdoors is looking for a detail-oriented and results-driven Accounts Receivable Collections Specialist to join our Finance team. This role is responsible for managing outstanding accounts receivable, communicating with customers to secure timely payments, and resolving account discrepancies that may delay collection.The ideal candidate is comfortable communicating directly with customers, handling difficult conversations professionally, and balancing strong customer relationships with the need to achieve collection goals. This is a hands-on role that requires strong organization, attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage a high volume of accounts.Position SummaryThe Accounts Receivable Collections Specialist is responsible for monitoring aged receivab

Dallas, TX 75234 • (44.5 miles) • Full Time • 9/24/2026

Collections Representative Hi-Line Inc | Dallas Farmers Branch | Full-Time | On-SiteBuild customer relationships while helping keep accounts on track. Hi-Line, Inc., a privately held U.S. distributor of industrial aftermarket products and services, is seeking an organized and professional Collections Representative to join our Customer Success team. This full-time, exempt, on-site position independently manages a portfolio of business-to-business accounts from our corporate headquarters and national distribution center in the Dallas/Farmers Branch area.Why Join Hi-Line Relationship-oriented, soft B2B collections without high-pressure quotasConsistent business hours with no rotating shiftsCompetitive compensationPaid vacation and sick leaveMedical, dental, vision, and life insurance, long-t

Fort Worth, TX 76115 • (16.1 miles) • Full Time • 9/23/2026

Billing SpecialistFort Worth, TX | Full-Time | Finance | Saf-Gard Safety Shoe CompanyAbout the RoleIf you're looking for a career that combines organization, attention to detail, and customer service, this could be the opportunity you've been looking for. As a Billing Specialist, you'll review and audit data, process invoices according to customer requirements, and meet invoicing deadlines.This is an ideal opportunity for a self-starting individual who can prioritize and multitask, takes responsibility for their work, and enjoys contributing to a team while also working independently.We've been in the safety shoe business for more than four decades, developing and implementing safety footwear programs for large industrial, government, and service organizations. Safety is our name, and we l

Southlake, TX • (31.9 miles) • Full Time • 9/23/2026

Iterative Health is a healthcare technology and services company powering the acceleration of clinical research to transform patient outcomes.We built a leading performance-driven network of 100+ sites across the US, Europe, India, and Australia, conducting research directly in the communities where care is delivered across gastrointestinal, hepatology, obesity, and cardiology. By combining deep clinical trial expertise with cutting-edge AI, we connect sponsors' scientific ambitions with high-performing research teams that expedite and expand access to novel therapeutics for patients in need. Today, Iterative Health is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and New York City with 250+ employees world-wide.The Clinical Data Specialist at Iterative Health plays a critical role in support

Fort Worth, TX 76108 • (7.7 miles) • Full Time • 9/17/2026

Description: Join our expanding team!Venturi Supply is the parent company to a national network of distributors specializing in pipe, valves, fittings, tanks, and industrial supplies, proudly serving a wide range of industries. With deep local roots and national reach through the Venturi Supply platform, our mission is to deliver the critical materials, custom solutions, and reliable service our customers depend on.At the heart of everything we do is our people. From the shop floor and counter to the job site and field, it’s our team’s expertise, commitment, and problem-solving mindset that set us apart. Their dedication fuels our service, drives our accuracy, and ensures every order is handled with care and urgency.Backed by strategically located branches, a vast inventory, in-house fabri

Dallas, TX 75234 • (44.5 miles) • Full Time • 9/17/2026

Description: Sam Pack’s Five Star Ford is looking for a Service Cashier / Accounts Receivable Collections professional to join our team! We are seeking a dependable, detail-oriented individual who enjoys working with customers, handling financial transactions, and keeping accounts accurate and organized.If you have dealership cashier, accounting, accounts receivable, or collections experience, we’d love to hear from you.Benefits:Medical, dental, and vision insurance401(k) retirement planPaid time offEmployee discountsOpportunities for growth and advancementWhat You'll DoGreet and assist service customers in a friendly, professional manner.Process customer payments by cash, check, credit card, and other approved methods.Review repair orders and invoices for accuracy.Answer customer question

Fort Worth, TX • (16.2 miles) • Full Time • 9/16/2026

Utility Billing Specialist Job DescriptionDepartment: Property Management Reports to: Investor Account Manager FLSA status: Exempt Supervises others: No Defined Role: The Utility Billing Specialist is responsible for accurately managing utility billing activities across the company’s portfolio of single-family rental properties. This position ensures utility charges are properly tracked, allocated, billed, and collected while maintaining accurate records and identifying discrepancies. The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented, organized, comfortable working with numbers, and able to communicate effectively with internal teams, vendors, owners, and residents. Who we seek: At the center of this effort is a key resourceyou. We seek someone who is organized, analytical, proactive, and solu

Grapevine, TX • (35 miles) • Full Time • 9/15/2026

Automotive Billing Clerk The Grubbs Family has been in the automobile business since 1948. Still family owned and now managed by the fourth generation, The Grubbs Family of Dealerships represents many different brands at multiple locations across Texas and Oklahoma. At Grubbs Family of Dealerships, we don’t just sell cars; we create lasting relationships built on trust. Experience the Grubbs difference and join our team today.Grubbs Family of Dealerships is looking for self-motivated and reliable accountants for our Automotive Billing division of our dealerships. The Billing Clerk focuses on accurately recording the sale, profit and commissions on all sold units. These individuals will assist with maintaining accurate records and resolve any discrepancies. The Billing Clerk must be profici

Grapevine, TX 76051 • (35 miles) • Full Time • 9/15/2026

Credit Collections Assistant_______________________________________________________________DEPARTMENT:CollectionsREPORTS TO:Director of Credit & CollectionsFLSA:Full Time, Non-Exempt (Hourly + Commission)Hours of Operation:Monday-Friday, 7am-9pm CSTRotating Saturday 8am-5pm CST*This is a fully remote position, and all necessary equipment will be provided to ensure a productive and comfortable work environment**Candidate should be based out of the Dallas/Ft. Worth area*Why You Should Join Us!A comprehensive health plan that includes medical,dental, andvision coverage to ensure you and your family have access to the care you needA 401(k)-retirement plan with a generous company match to help you save for your future and achieve your financial goalsOther fringe benefits including Birthday & An

Dallas, TX 75234 • (44.5 miles) • Full Time • 9/10/2026

OverviewMCI is one of the fastest-growing tech-enabled business services companies in the USA, with a strong call center footprint and operations that extend across multiple countries. We deliver Customer Experience (CX), Business Process Outsourcing (BPO), and Anything-as-a-Service (XaaS) cloud technology solutions across a wide range of industries, including healthcare, retail, government, education, telecom, technology e-commerce, and financial services. Our contact centers are powered by both on-site and remote agents, leveraging advanced technologies to enhance customer journeys, drive scalability and reduce costs.At MCI we are committed to fostering an environment where professionals can build meaningful careers, access continuous learning and development opportunities and contribute

Irving, TX 75038 • (38.4 miles) • Full Time • 9/10/2026

Credit & Collections SpecialistAbout UsEF Johnson Technologies, Inc. is a subsidiary of JVCKENWOOD Corporation, a leading provider of P25 communications solutions for first responders in public safety and public service, the federal government, and industrial organizations. Our products are marketed under the EFJohnson and KENWOOD brands.EFJohnson provides wireless communications products and systems for public safety, commercial, and government customers. We design, manufacture, and market conventional and trunked radio systems, land mobile radiorepeaters, and mobile and portable radios, includingProject 25digital radio products.______________________________________________________________________________As a Credit & Collections Specialist, you’ll administer credit and collections polic

Granbury, TX • (19.6 miles) • Full Time • 9/7/2026

Job Purpose and Summary:The purpose of a Project Billing Specialist is to track and maintain all jobs through rig up to rig down. They also review all project reports and tickets and compile end of month accrual reports. The Project Specialist will also be responsible for creating and submitting invoices and entering invoice data in customer portals. Spreadsheets need to be updated to show utilization of assets.Duties and Responsibilities:Update job files and utilization reportsMonitor, collect, review & log all signed field ticketsIssue job PO’s and verify accurate rebillsCreate end of month accrual reports for daily jobsPost customer payments in accounting softwareCreate and submit customer invoices in accounting software and customer portalsMonitor agent spreadsheets, bill jobs, enter a

Dallas, TX 75247 • (43.1 miles) • Full Time • 9/6/2026

Medical Billing SpecialistPhysical Medicine Consultants is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Medical Billing Specialist to join our healthcare team.The ideal candidate will have experience with medical billing, insurance claims, denial follow-up, payment posting, and working aging reports. This position requires someone who is organized, accurate, and able to follow up consistently to help ensure claims are processed and paid in a timely manner.ResponsibilitiesReview and submit medical claims accurately and timelyFollow up on unpaid, rejected, or denied claimsWork insurance denials, appeals, and reconsiderations as neededPost payments, adjustments, and review EOBsReview aging reports and follow up on outstanding balancesVerify insurance eligibility and benefits when neededCommunicat

Irving, TX • (38.6 miles) • Full Time • 9/29/2026

Title: Credit & Collections Specialist / BilingualEmployment Type: PermanentCompensation Range: $70,000 - $80,000Location: Irving, TXWork Schedule: Hybrid Onsite (3/2)Industry: Shared Services / Financial OperationsCompany OverviewThis organization operates within a shared services environment supporting complex financial operations and accounts receivable management across multiple business functions. The company is focused on operational efficiency, process improvement, and maintaining strong customer and financial relationships through disciplined collections practices.Position SummaryThe Credit & Collections Specialist plays a critical role in managing a complex portfolio of delinquent accounts while supporting the organization’s broader financial health and operational objectives. Thi

Irving, TX 75038 • (38.4 miles) • Full Time • 9/25/2026

About DigniFi:DigniFi is a mission-driven company who’s Point-of-Sale financing solution helps 2,000+ partners increase revenue, drive accessory orders, and decrease deferred repairs. By partnering with dealerships and service centers, DigniFi offers financing products at the point of sale for consumers to finance auto repairs, service, parts, accessories, maintenance packages and more.Our mission is to help auto dealers and service centers grow by offering their customers innovative, inclusive financing. Our vision is to make financing for the needs of daily life accessible and inclusive. Come join us on this exciting ride!About the Role:The ideal candidate for this position will have the experience/skills listed in this job description as well as be flexible and have a hardworking approa

Dallas, TX 75234 • (44.5 miles) • Full Time • 9/10/2026

OverviewMCI is one of the fastest-growing tech-enabled business services companies in the USA, with a strong call center footprint and operations that extend across multiple countries. We deliver Customer Experience (CX), Business Process Outsourcing (BPO), and Anything-as-a-Service (XaaS) cloud technology solutions across a wide range of industries, including healthcare, retail, government, education, telecom, technology e-commerce, and financial services. Our contact centers are powered by both on-site and remote agents, leveraging advanced technologies to enhance customer journeys, drive scalability and reduce costs.At MCI we are committed to fostering an environment where professionals can build meaningful careers, access continuous learning and development opportunities and contribute

Dallas, TX 75234 • (44.5 miles) • Full Time • 10/4/2026

OverviewMCI is one of the fastest-growing tech-enabled business services companies in the USA, with a strong call center footprint and operations that extend across multiple countries. We deliver Customer Experience (CX), Business Process Outsourcing (BPO), and Anything-as-a-Service (XaaS) cloud technology solutions across a wide range of industries, including healthcare, retail, government, education, telecom, technology e-commerce, and financial services. Our contact centers are powered by both on-site and remote agents, leveraging advanced technologies to enhance customer journeys, drive scalability and reduce costs.At MCI we are committed to fostering an environment where professionals can build meaningful careers, access continuous learning and development opportunities and contribute

Dallas, TX 75234 • (44.5 miles) • Full Time • 9/10/2026

OverviewMCI is one of the fastest-growing tech-enabled business services companies in the USA, with a strong call center footprint and operations that extend across multiple countries. We deliver Customer Experience (CX), Business Process Outsourcing (BPO), and Anything-as-a-Service (XaaS) cloud technology solutions across a wide range of industries, including healthcare, retail, government, education, telecom, technology e-commerce, and financial services. Our contact centers are powered by both on-site and remote agents, leveraging advanced technologies to enhance customer journeys, drive scalability and reduce costs.At MCI we are committed to fostering an environment where professionals can build meaningful careers, access continuous learning and development opportunities and contribute

Dallas, TX 75234 • (44.5 miles) • Full Time • 9/23/2026

OverviewOUTBOUND COLLECTIONS OPENINGSJoin our team and grow with us! We need collections agents to respectfully recover past due consumer accounts. In this role, you will complete our professional recovery agent training, then work to resolve open accounts with customers. You will be responsible for using negotiation methodologies, maintaining trustful customer relationships, and ensuring timely payments toward recovery goals.If you believe you have a persuasive personality and enjoy helping people toward their financial goals, this is the career for you. We provide a professional environment, great pay structure, and plenty of new accounts! You provide the work ethic and professional attitude.This is an experienced-level position that offers on the job paid training. Compensation is comme

Dallas, TX 75234 • (44.5 miles) • Full Time • 9/23/2026

OverviewCOLLECTIONS REPRESENTATIVE (FULL-TIME)Join our team and grow with us! We need account receivable specialists to respectfully recover past due consumer accounts. As a recovery professional you will complete our two-week professional recovery agent training, then work to resolve open accounts with customers. You will be responsible for using negotiation methodologies, maintaining trustful customer relationships, and ensuring timely payments toward recovery goals.If you believe you have a persuasive personality and enjoy helping people toward their financial goals, this is the career for you. We provide a professional environment, great pay structure, and plenty of new accounts! You provide the work ethic and professional attitude.This is an entry-level position that offers on the job

Dallas, TX 75234 • (44.5 miles) • Full Time • 9/23/2026

OverviewENTRY-LEVEL COLLECTIONS AGENT (FULL-TIME)Join our team and grow with us! We need account receivable specialists to respectfully recover past due consumer accounts. As a recovery professional you will complete our two-week professional recovery agent training, then work to resolve open accounts with customers. You will be responsible for using negotiation methodologies, maintaining trustful customer relationships, and ensuring timely payments toward recovery goals.If you believe you have a persuasive personality and enjoy helping people toward their financial goals, this is the career for you. We provide a professional environment, great pay structure, and plenty of new accounts! You provide the work ethic and professional attitude.This is an entry-level position that offers on the

Dallas, TX 75234 • (44.5 miles) • Full Time • 9/23/2026

OverviewCOLLECTIONS AGENTJoin our team and grow with us! We need collections agents to respectfully recover past due consumer accounts. In this role, you will complete our professional recovery agent training, then work to resolve open accounts with customers. You will be responsible for using negotiation methodologies, maintaining trustful customer relationships, and ensuring timely payments toward recovery goals.If you believe you have a persuasive personality and enjoy helping people toward their financial goals, this is the career for you. We provide a professional environment, great pay structure, and plenty of new accounts! You provide the work ethic and professional attitude.This is an experienced-level position that offers on the job paid training. Compensation is commensurate with

Dallas, TX 75234 • (44.5 miles) • Full Time • 10/4/2026

OverviewMCI is one of the fastest-growing tech-enabled business services companies in the US, delivering Customer Experience (CX), Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) and technology solutions across multiple industries and countries worldwide. Our team uses people, technology and innovation to help organizations improve customer experience and business performance.As aBilingual Collections Representative, you’ll manage inbound and outbound calls, apply proven negotiation strategies, and maintain positive customer relationships. You’ll work with a steady flow of new accounts and use your communication skills to help customers find solutions.To be considered for this role, you must complete a full application on our company careers page, including all screening questions and a brief pre-emplo