NaLA Knowledge Base

Becoming a NaLA Member

The NaLA Hub is an online platform that provides Funding members with resources to run their businesses, access lobbying efforts, perform RAD ID lookups, and so much more.

NaLA offers both Funding and free memberships. Funding Member types include:

  • Enrollment Representative
  • Enrollment Manager
  • Distributor
  • ACP/Lifeline Service Provider
  • Vendor, Software, or Device Supplier

Free member types include:

  • Government Representative
  • Public Interest Group
  • ACP/Lifeline Advocate

You can become a NaLA member by hovering over the “NaLA Hub” navigation tab and selecting “Become A Member” from the dropdown menu.

You will be directed to complete a form with questions about your contact and company information and some verifying questions to help determine your industry role. Create a password, agree to the Terms and Conditions, and you’re all set!

If your company is already funding NaLA, be sure to answer the form prompts accordingly, and a NaLA representative will verify your funding status and apply the appropriate funding member benefits to your account.

If you select “No,” you’ll be asked to choose your member type, such as Enrollment Representative or ACP/Lifeline Service Provider. Depending on your selection, you may be guided through an e-commerce process to authorize payment for your membership or connected with a NaLA representative for further setup.

The membership cost for Enrollment Representatives/Field Agents is $10 per month. Members will gain access to tools like the Directory, Job Posting Board, Agent Dashboard, and more.

If you are an ACP/Lifeline Service Provider, you’ll fill out a form during the enrollment process. A NaLA representative will contact you to set up your billing information for monthly invoicing.

If you are a current Funding member:

  1. Select “Yes” when asked if you fund NaLA.
  2. The NaLA Team will review your account, verify your funding status, and confirm your access to the NaLA Hub and associated benefits.

Yes! Select “Not Sure” when prompted, and the system will guide you through additional steps. The NaLA team will review your details and can assist in determining your funding status.

Once your membership is set up and payment (if applicable) is authorized, you can log in to the Members area of the NaLA Hub and enjoy access to the tools and resources relevant to your specific membership type.

Agent Rating System

The NaLA Agent Rating System is a tool that allows funding ETCs, ACP Providers, and Master Distributors to upload, search, and manage ratings for RAD IDs. It provides options such as bulk uploading ratings, searching for specific RAD IDs, and downloading reports of past ratings.

To access the system:

  1. Navigate to “My Profile” under the “NaLA Hub” menu. 
  2. Depending on your user permission, click on “Search RAD” or “Agent Rating” in the left-hand navigation panel. 

This will open your dashboard, where you can explore all available functionalities. 

If you are in an account that has permission to apply ratings in addition to searching:

  1. Navigate to “My Profile” under the “NaLA Hub” menu. 
  2. Click on “Agent Rating” in the left-hand navigation panel. 

To bulk upload RAD ID ratings, follow these steps:

  1. Download the bulk upload template from the platform. 
  2. Populate Column A with the nine-character RAD IDs and Column B with the corresponding ratings (-1 for negative, 1 for positive, and 0 to remove a rating). 
  3. Ensure all RAD IDs are exactly nine characters long. 
  4. Upload the completed CSV file in the “Bulk Upload” section.
  5. If all entries are accurate, you’ll receive a success confirmation message. 

To search for multiple RAD IDs:

  1. Download the “Bulk Search Template” from the platform. 
  2. Input the list of RAD IDs you want results for into Column A of the template. 
  3. Save your file and return to the NaLA Hub. 
  4. Click “Search” and upload your file to the “Bulk Search” section. 
  5. The system will generate a .CSV file containing the ratings for the listed RAD IDs that you can download to your computer. 

Yes, individual users (ETCs, ACP Providers, and Master Agent users) can search for specific RAD IDs and view their current ratings. If your user has additional permission to apply ratings, the user can also view their current ratings and make changes. Simply select a new rating for the RAD ID, save the updates, and watch the rating counts refresh in real time. Alternatively, you can “override” a previous rating by including the RAD with the new rating using the Bulk Upload functionality. 

To download a file of all past ratings you have uploaded to the NaLA Agent Rating System:

  1. Go to the “Agent Rating” section within your profile. 
  2. Click on the “Download My Past Ratings” option to generate the CSV file. 

The file will contain detailed information such as RAD IDs and their associated ratings—1 (positive), -1 (negative), or 0 (removed rating). 

NaLA restricts the upload rating functionality to one user per organization. This ensures the controlled and secure application of ratings. 

Yes, other registered ETC, ACP Providers, and Master Distributor users in the NaLA system can perform RAD ID searches.

The system supports three types of ratings for RAD IDs:

  • Positive (1) 
  • Negative (-1) 
  • Null (0) (to remove a rating associated with a RAD ID) 

If there’s an issue with your bulk upload file, double-check that all RAD IDs are exactly nine characters long with no special characters. Ensuring data accuracy in the template is essential to successful upload. 

Yes, you can modify an uploaded RAD ID rating. You can search the specific RAD ID, make changes via the thumbs-up and thumbs-down icons on the screen, and save the updated rating. Changes will be reflected in real time. Alternatively, you can “override” a previous rating by including the RAD with the new rating using the Bulk Upload functionality. 

Job Posting

To access the job posting form, log into the NaLA Hub and select the dropdown menu under “NaLA Hub.” Click “Profile,” then either select “Jobs” from the menu and click “Post a Job” or go to your profile and select “Jobs” in the left-hand navigation. From there, click “Add Job” or “Submit Job Post.”

Please complete the job form thoroughly and accurately. Include details such as the job category, whether it’s full-time or part-time, the job level, salary and wage, and any other relevant information. Under “Company Information,” be sure to add the job’s location and a link to where you would like applications sent.

Once you submit the job form, the NaLA admin team will review your submission to ensure all information is complete and correct. After verification, your job post will be published and active for 30 days.

Your published job post can be found by navigating to Jobs > “Browse Jobs” on NaLA Hub.

All funding NaLA members have access to the Job Browse page. Here, they can view and apply for listings.

The NaLA Jobs Tool simplifies your staffing needs by connecting you with qualified professionals in the Lifeline and ACP industry. Make it a regular part of your hiring strategy to stay ahead and keep your team strong. NaLA is here to support you every step of the way!

Navigating and Using the NaLA Directory

  1. Go to the ”Directory Info” section using the left-hand navigation. 
  2. Click “yes” to enable “Show your profile on the user directory.” 
  3. Choose to display either your primary contact information or an alternative phone and email (e.g., a main line or distribution list email). 
  4. Optionally, include your LinkedIn profile link for additional networking opportunities. 
  5. Click “Save Settings” to finalize your changes.

Yes! You can decide whether to show the primary contact phone and email associated with your profile or use alternative details, such as a main line phone number or distribution list email.

To view the Directory, return to the main menu and select ‘User Directory.’ This will give you access to the complete list of NaLA Funding Members who opted into the Directory.

Absolutely! You can filter contacts by industry role, sort columns, or use the search bar to find specific names, companies, or keywords.

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