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IRVING, Texas -- Verizon is planning to hire 47 additional full-time workers at the company's Hidden Ridge complex in Irving. The positions are in the payroll group and will handle short-term disability processing, deduction processing and account reconciliations, as well as support project development and implementation.

"Verizon delivers cutting-edge applications and services to consumers and businesses through its high-IQ broadband and wireless networks, and we're looking for results-driven people to join our team," said Linda Bennett, executive director of payroll for Verizon. "This is a great opportunity to work for a dynamic and growing company that has been repeatedly recognized as an employer of choice by DiversityInc and Working Mother magazines. These recognitions reflect our culture, values and commitment to our customers."

Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE: VZ)