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JOTW 45-2011

November 6, 2011, 2011

www.nedsjotw.com

This is newsletter number 899

“Thoughts are but dreams till their effects be tried.”

– William Shakespeare

*** Welcome to the JOTW network.

*** Top Jobs: Stand above the rest. Your job can be right here, at the top of the weekly JOTW newsletter. To be on top, see below for details.

A JOTW “Can't Wait” job opportunity from Crowell & Moring LLP

Director, Media, PR & Communications, Marketing and Business Development department, Crowell & Moring LLP, Washington, DC

A JOTW “Can't Wait” posting from Ciena

Director, Corporate Communications, Ciena Corporation, Linthicum, MD

*** Valid job listings:

Ned…I tried to apply this morning for job 33 from jcmorganchase. When I attempted to open the job, got message saying job was not available. Presumably, all job posted each week should be available. Right?

KM

(Presumably…yes. But I am very sorry that I cannot assure that for every job every week.)

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In this issue:

(To view these jobs, scroll down to the listings in the content of this newsletter)

*** One Paragraph Pitch

1.) Director, Media, PR & Communications, Marketing and Business Development department, Crowell & Moring LLP, Washington, DC

2.) Director, Corporate Communications, Ciena Corporation, Linthicum, MD

3.) Assistant Professor of Communication – research and teaching proficiency in organizational communication with background in organizational theory and behavior, Illinois State University, Normal, IL

4.) Assistant Professor of Communication – research and teaching proficiency in public relations, Illinois State University, Normal, IL

5.) Communications Specialist, Federal Reserve Board of Governors, Washington, DC

6.) Communications Specialist, Federal Reserve Bank, Washington, DC

7.) Internal Communications Manager, Lucile Packard Children's Hospital, Palo Alto, CA

8.) EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS, Simon Graduate School of Business, U of Rochester, Rochester, NY

9.) COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST, General Atomics, San Diego, CA

10.) PR | Senior Account Executives & Account Supervisors, The Castle Group, Charlestown, Mass.

11.) Communications Specialist, CIBER, Detroit, MI

12.) Manager, Marketing, Yakima Products, Inc., Beaverton, OR

13.) Science Writer, Circle Solutions, Inc., Tysons Corner, Virginia

14.) Chief Spokesperson and Director, Media Relations, York University, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

15.) Senior Media Relations Manager, The Nature Conservancy, Chicago, IL

16.) The Marshall and Sharleen Formby Regents Professorship in Media Studies, College of Mass Communications, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX

17.) SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, PUBLIC AFFAIRS, Cruise Lines International Association, Arlington, VA

18.) Public Affairs Specialist, Center for Tobacco Products, Food and Drug Administration, Department Of Health And Human Services, Rockville, MD

19.) Director of Communications, ANGA, Washington D.C.

20.) Manager, Communications, Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition, Washington, DC

21.) Public Relations Director, Pavone, Inc., Harrisburg, PA

22.) Graphic Designer, AmericanRec, Boulder, Colorado

23.) Sr. HR Communications Specialist, REI, Kent, Washington

24.) Senior Communications Manager, New York County Lawyers' Association, New York, NY

25.) Director of Communications, AGA – Advancing Government Accountability, Alexandria, VA

26.) Social Media Specialist, DeVry Inc., Downers Grove, IL

27.) Communication Specialist, Evonik Industies, Parsippany, NJ

28.) Account Executive, Veteran's Affairs, contractor, Washington, DC

29.) Sr. Director of Public Relations, X PRIZE Foundation, Playa Vista, CA

30.) Sr. Communications Specialist- Contract, Veracord, San Jose, CA

31.) Media Relations Representative (#97752), Caterpillar, Peoria, IL

32.) Director, External Affairs and Communication, HQ Energy Services US, Hartford, CT

33.) Public and Community Relations Manager #1459070), GE Aviation, Cincinnati, Ohio

34.) Executive Director of Public Affairs and Communications, Remote/Telecommute

35.) Communications Executive; Public Relations, UJA Federation of New York, New York, NY

36.) Public Affairs Specialist, Association of American Medical Colleges, Washington, DC

37.) Communications Director, Tides, San Francisco, CA

38.) Americas Public Relations, Ernst & Young LLP, Washington, DC or Secaucus, NJ

39.) Vice President of Corporate Communication, Tapjoy, San Francisco, CA

40.) Public Relations Coordinator, Stone Mountain Park, Stone Mountain, GA

40.) Public Relations Coordinator, Stone Mountain Park, Stone Mountain, GA

41.) Communications Specialist, JPI, Washington, DC

42.) Sr. Brand Planner (Advertising Agency) – Full Time, Creative Circle (Boston), Boston, Massachusetts

43.) Marketing & Corporate Communications Manager, Apache Hose and Belting Co., Cedar Rapids, IA

44.) Capture Manager, Strategic Planning and Command Communications, OMNITEC Solutions, Inc., telecommuting/remote position based in the Washington, DC area

45.) Manager, Community Relations and Volunteer Engagement, CFY, Los Angeles, California

46.) Communications Consultant, Roche, Indianapolis, Indiana

47.) Intern – Corporate Communications, Union Pacific, Omaha, NE

48.) Executive Communications Consultant, Verizon Wireless, Basking Ridge, NJ

49.) Executive Director of Digital Communications and Marketing (University Relations), University of Massachusetts Amherst, Amherst, MA

50.) Electronic Communications Manager, American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, Chicago, Illinois

51.) Director, Executive Communications, Fiserv, Berkeley Lake, GA

52.) Executive Director, Communications, Veterans & Military Affairs, Chase, New York, NY

53.) Director of Executive Comms, Citizens Financial Group, Boston, MA

54.) Sr Communications Specialist, Citizens Charitable Foundation, Citizens Financial Group, Boston, MA

55.) Manager Digital Comms, Citizens Financial Group, Providence, Rhode Island

56.) Technical Coordinator for Broadcast Operations, College of Media, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana-Champaign, Illinois

57.) Director of Communications and Public Relations, American Academy of Arts & Sciences, Boston, MA

58.) Senior Account Supervisor, Formula PR, New York, NY

59.) PR Director, Pavone, Inc., Harrisburg, PA

60.) Executive Assistant to the CEO, United States Naval Institute, Annapolis, MD

61.) Fundraising and organizational interns, Afghan Women’s Writing Project, virtual position (work will be done remotely)

62.) Business Development Coordinator, Baltimore County

63.) Public Relations Manager, Gas Station TV, Birmingham, MI

64.) Gas Station Attendant, H-e-b, Mission, TX

65.) Gas Apprentice 1st Step, Ameren, Galesburg, IL

66.) Shuttler, Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, New Orleans, LA

67.) Weaver, Maine Staffing Group, Lewiston, ME

68.) Artisan Bread Bakery Manager, Weaver Street Market, Hillsborough, NC

69.) Medical Device Knitters and Weavers, SCCareerSearch, South Carolina

70.) Creeler/Warper/Textile, MAU Workforce Solutions, Williamston, SC

*** Weekly Piracy Report

…and more! Scroll down and see them all!

*** One Paragraph Pitch:

Conference and special event planner!

If you are looking for an energetic and efficient planner with a proven record, look no further. I, Nzinga A. Jones, have over 10 years of conference and special event planning experience. Planned events range from:

• Conference planning for the Association of the U.S. Army – 16 forum/presentations executed over a three day period at the association's Annual Meeting.

• Special events planned for the March of Dimes – Signature Chefs Auction and WalkAmerica (March for Babies).

I am confident that my professional experience coupled with my education will contribute to any organization's success. To discuss my qualifications, please contact me at 301-980-7613 or NzingaJones@verizon.net. Thank you for your consideration.

Sincerely,

Nzinga A. Jones

301-980-7613

NzingaJones@verizon.net

(Send your One Paragraph Pitch submissions to lundquist989@cs.com. You can pitch yourself or your business anyway you want, as long as it’s short and to the point. There is no waiting list.)

*** A Conversation in Conflict: Understanding the narrative

An Interview with Rear Adm. Greg Smith, US Navy

Conducted by Edward Lundquist

http://www.nxtbook.com/faircount/Defense/Fall2011/index.php#/8

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JOTW will offer corporate and executive search recruiters the opportunity to post up to three jobs at a time for free. If you want to post more than three I suggest you send them out as a “Can’t Wait” posting.

Also, there has been customer demand to offer repeat listings. The JOTW policy is to list a job just once. That’s why your JOTW newsletter is so fresh every Monday morning. But, if you want to repeat your posting, you can pay to post your job at the top of the newsletter for several weeks in a row for $100 per week.

So, here’s the premium placement pricelist:

Can’t Wait posting — $300 per announcement for an many jobs as you want Can’t Wait posting — $300 per announcement for as many jobs as you want (You can also use a Can’t Wait announcement to promote your product or service)

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*** Causing a stir:

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*** Got a personal problem?

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Well, it appears that Pontoof is once again reaching out to sad souls deeply immersed into delicate situations that require a discrete and sensitive analysis and response.

If you are tired, angry, desperate, lonely, loved, wanting love, remorseful, resourceful or you just need a sounding board, you've come to the right place. Here you can (and will) double your sorrows, halve your joys. Bring all problems to Pontoof, an imaginary friend in these times of imagined woes.

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Like JOTW and the other really good things in life, Pontoof’s pointed advice is free.

*** Surface Warships 2012

Exploring the Future of Global Surface Combatant Fleets In a highly uncertain strategic environment, the ability to use the majority of the world's surface, and reach most of its population makes maritime forces those of choice for the world's main actors and their allies – and surface warships are key components of such forces. Their need to police the oceans against the dual threats of terrorism and piracy make surface warship programmes a crucial and indispensable part of the future maritime environment.

Surface Warships will provide the ideal environment for industry and naval professional to discuss innovative future designs and the need to keep current vessels battle ready through capability upgrades and refits.

23 – 25 January, 2012, Hyatt Regency, Paris, France

http://www.surfacewarships.com/Event.aspx?id=589698

*** Unlisted:

Ned,

I noticed that the employer on this is anonymous. I do not ever recall seeing a non-identified employer on your list before. Without divulging the name are you familiar with the person, business or recruiter that submitted the listing? Your listings are so much better and provide quality leads but anonymous listings are something I expect to see on Monster. This position looks goods but I hate to give out my personal info to a possible scam or entity trying to collect marketing data.

Thanks,

R

(I know the poster of this position well and can assure you this is a legitimate opportunity.)

*** Let’s get to the jobs:

A JOTW Can't Wait job opportunity from Crowell & Moring LLP

1.) Director, Media, PR & Communications, Marketing and Business Development department, Crowell & Moring LLP, Washington, DC

One of Washington, DC’s best law firms, Crowell & Moring LLP currently seeks a Director, Media, PR & Communications for our Marketing and Business Development Department.

Overview of Responsibilities:

• Create and implement a proactive public relations program utilizing a comprehensive range of tactics, including traditional earned media, social media, and content creation.

• Work closely with other members of the Marketing & Business Development Department, practice group Business Managers, and practice group Chairs to devise strategies that raise the visibility of the firm’s innovation in client service; thought leadership; and key strengths of practice groups, offices, and individual attorneys.

• Provide crisis counseling, media training, and PR guidance to firm spokespeople as needed; develop key messages and Q&As as needed.

• Manage the firm’s Media, Public Relations & Communications team.

• Create and maintain the firm’s relationships with key media.

• Serve as a primary point of contact for press queries; conduct PR conflicts checks and provide counsel on press opportunities.

• Secure and manage a wide range of media and other visibility opportunities, including press interviews, article placements, and awards.

• Write, edit, and approve press materials (pitches, news releases, and other items), as well as certain other firm communications, including key internal messages.

• Oversee the firm’s lists and directories program, which includes managing the firm’s public financial reporting, attorney rankings, and pursuit of editorial calendar opportunities relevant to the firm’s brand.

• Work with senior partners, firm management, and staff to manage the firm’s internal communications program, including oversight of the firm’s intranet and internal “good news” announcements.

• Edit or advise on content development of certain departmental or practice group functions, such as the firm’s online newsroom, blogs, etc.

• Assist the firm in identifying initial PR strategies for certain client matters, including the identification of appropriate agency support. Conduct limited PR efforts for certain client matters as needed.

• Provide strategic oversight of the firm’s client alert program.

• Oversee the tracking and internal reporting of PR coverage and performance.

• Manage PR agency and consultant relationships.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proven public relations experience with strong background in media relations.

• Strong interpersonal skills with experience in crisis management.

• Sophisticated knowledge of legal concepts as relevant to legal public relations.

• Record of national and industry contacts in top-tier media outlets.

• Demonstrated knowledge of MS Suite products, media database software, LexisNexis, and other research tools.

• Ability to manage budget; ability to negotiate engagements and vendor services.

• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and maintain a productive and committed work effort, meeting deadlines and managing workload.

• Ability to lead others in the development of new initiatives and/or completion of large-scale projects in a timely manner.

Required Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in communications, public relations, journalism, or related field.

• Minimum eight (8) years increasingly responsible, directly related experience that included the direct supervision of others, financial management, and that demonstrated knowledge, skills and abilities relevant to the position.

• Equivalent combination of advanced degree, training, and experience may be considered with a minimum of six (6) years of professional experience relevant to the position.

• Law firm or legal-related experience highly preferred.

• Public relations agency or journalism experience preferred.

To apply, please visit http://www.crowell.com/careers.

Please select “Professional Staff” and then “Available Opportunities” to view our job listings.

EOE m/f/d/v

*** A JOTW “Can't Wait” posting from Ciena

2.) Director, Corporate Communications, Ciena Corporation, Linthicum, MD

The Director, Corporate Communications is responsible for assisting in strategic development, coordination and implementation of corporate-level communications plans, aligning both external and employee communications programs. This role involves determining opportunities, optimum timing and vehicles and developing content for strategic corporate-driven communications both inside and outside the company.

As a champion of the company’s strategy, brand, culture and values, the Director, Corporate Communications is responsible for driving aligned global communications thought leadership for external and internal audiences.

• Provide strategic counsel across the company regarding communications polices/procedures and corporate messaging

• Develop a variety of content, including contributed articles, presentations/content for speaking engagements, press releases, award submissions

• Conduct financial/business media relations

• Lead or support corporate PR programs, including corporate strategy initiatives, events, executive speaking engagements and corporate awards and recognition

• Partnering with executives to ensure senior leadership visibility inside the company and communicate corporate vision/goals and major business events/milestones

• Serve as consultant and support functional and regional leaders on employee/team communications

• Draft, edit and approve all company-wide communications and coordinate timing of all communications

• Managing corporate intranet design and content

• Oversee Ciena’s community outreach activities

• Bachelor’s Degree in English, Marketing, Communications or Journalism or relevant experience

• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in corporate communications in a corporate setting. Direct experience in an external communications capacity required.

• Business media relations experience and relationships

• Superior communications ability, and proven track record of writing, editing and publishing

• Experience with corporate messaging and company positioning

• Corporate PR and C-suite/executive communications experience

• Knowledge of disclosure regulations

• Management experience of direct reports, contractors and agencies

Contact:

Cristal Cole

Human Resources

Ciena Corporation

ccole@ciena.com

1201 Winterson Road

Linthicum, MD 21090 USA

Direct +1.410.981.7484

Fax 410.694.3147

*** From Terri Lynn Johnson, ABC, APR:

3.) Assistant Professor of Communication – research and teaching proficiency in organizational communication with background in organizational theory and behavior, Illinois State University, Normal, IL

4.) Assistant Professor of Communication – research and teaching proficiency in public relations, Illinois State University, Normal, IL

The School of Communication at Illinois State University invites applications for two tenure-track assistant professor positions.

Position 1: Assistant Professor of Communication – research and teaching proficiency in organizational communication with background in organizational theory and behavior; ability to teach research methods. Position 2: Assistant Professor of Communication – research and teaching proficiency in public relations, ability to teach research methods considered a plus; industry experience a major plus. The School is building a communication convergence center and all faculty are invited to participate in its operation and development. Consequently, it is desirable that one or both persons have research/teaching interests in convergence and on-line/interactive media technologies/social media, so candidates should provide an electronic portfolio or a URL to any of their multimodal work.

Qualifications: Ph.D. is strongly preferred, although ABD will be considered if mutually accepted completion date of Ph.D. can be established. The appointments begin August 16, 2012, contingent on funding. Salary is highly competitive.

The School of Communication serves over 850 undergraduate and nearly 100 graduate students, offering degrees in Communication Studies, Journalism, Mass Media, and Public Relations along with a top rated master’s degree in Communication. The School has research and graphics computer labs, WZND LPFM 103.3 (student radio), television station (TV-10) with daily live newscasts, a Certified Apple Training Center, and the National Public Radio affiliate WGLT-FM (89.1). A variety of active student co-curricular organizations are promoted, including the Student Television Workshop, a nationally ranked forensics program, Lambda Pi Eta, the Documentary Project, and the Public Relations Student Society of America. The School is also home to the Daily Vidette, a top-ten student newspaper. Illinois State enrolls 21,000 students and is conveniently located between Chicago and St. Louis.

Women and people from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds are especially encouraged to apply.

APPLICATION INFO:

We will start reviewing applications on November 30, 2011 and continue until the positions are filled. To assure full consideration, application materials including detailed letter indicating fit to the position (clearly state whether you are applying for the organizational communication or public relations position), current vita, copies of academic transcripts, and three letters of recommendation should arrive at the following address by November 30, 2010: Dr. Larry W. Long, Director, School of Communication, Box 4480, Illinois State University, Normal, IL 61790-4480.

Information from Prof. Pete Smudde, Ph.D., APR

Associate Professor & Coordinator, PR Program

School of Communication

430 Fell Hall

Campus Box 4480

Illinois State University

Normal, IL 61790-4480 U.S.A.

Mobile: 309.825.7869

Office: 309.438.7339

E-mail: psmudde@ilstu.edu

For information online, go here.

Prof. Smudde adds that Ed.D. degrees will also be considered.

5.) Communications Specialist, Federal Reserve Board of Governors, Washington, DC

https://careers.peopleclick.com/careerscp/client_frbog/external/jobDetails.do?functionName=getJobDetail&jobPostId=2269

6.) Communications Specialist, Federal Reserve Bank, Washington, DC

Communications Specialist will develop a coordinated, cohesive and comprehensive internal communications strategy across diverse functions. Incumbent will provide leadership to a cross-divisional team comprised of representatives from the Regulations, Consumer Compliance and Analysis & Communications branches charged with executing the strategy to ensure that all functional areas are represented. The strategy will include responsibility for planning and coordinating various Division-wide staff meetings and other information sharing sessions. Incumbent will also work closely with the Division's Information Services to expand the use of web-enabled delivery channels and other innovative communication mechanisms. Additionally, the incumbent will be responsible for producing, maintaining and managing the content and design of the Division's internal website and contributing consumer protection-related content to the Federal Reserve Board's public website.

Position Requirements

The position requires excellent oral and written communications, interpersonal and project management skills. The ability to influence outside of reporting structures, manage changing priorities, and flexibility is important. Must be able to work independently, operating without detailed guidance, while also functioning as part of a team. Creative thinking and the ability to take the initiative is critical. Additionally, experience with messaging through video, podcasts and other alternative media mechanisms is required. Knowledge of community and economic development topics and issues is a plus. The FR-25 carries a minimum requirement of a Bachelor's degree, plus three years’ experience in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Public Policy or other related field. The FR-26 requires a Bachelor's degree plus five years’ experience in one of the above field. Written product should be of such a quality that it needs to be reviewed only for consistency with established policies. A writing sample may be requested at the time of the interview.

https://careers.peopleclick.com/careerscp/client_frbog/external/jobDetails.do?jobPostId=2269

7.) Internal Communications Manager, Lucile Packard Children's Hospital, Palo Alto, CA

https://jobs.stanfordmed.org/css_external/CSSPage_JobDetail.ASP?T=20111101012011

8.) EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS, Simon Graduate School of Business, U of Rochester, Rochester, NY

http://jobs.aaf.org/jobs/3976678/executive-director-of-marketing-and-communications

9.) COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST, General Atomics, San Diego, CA

The General Atomics (GA) group of companies is a world renowned leader in developing high-technology systems ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to electromagnetic systems; remotely operated surveillance aircraft; airborne sensors; advanced electronic, wireless, and laser technologies; and biofuels.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Communications Specialist to work with our Strategic Communications team at our facility in La Jolla/Torrey Pines.

This position, in coordination with Corporate Communications, has the responsibility for coordinating the development of an integrated communications function and strategy for General Atomics Energy and Electromagnetic Systems

Primary responsibilities will be designing, developing and implementing specific communications, both internal and external, through a variety of media, to strategically and clearly convey the programs and plans of the organization

Provides necessary support in researching, writing and editing press releases, white papers, speeches, presentation material, internal communications, online communications and other related documents

Requires frequent contact with senior internal personnel as well as representatives of organizations external to General Atomics

Responsible for developing, selecting, and reviewing editorials and special articles;. gathering and analyzing data to obtain items for publication and verifying facts

Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, or a related discipline and ten or more years of progressive professional experience in the marketing or communications field; equivalent experience may be substituted in lieu of education

The individual must demonstrate extensive knowledge of marketing and communications principles and concepts as well as a detailed and thorough understanding of marketing and communications practices, techniques, and standards

Must be customer focused and possess the ability to develop solutions to a variety of unusual and complex problems

Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills to accurately convey information to a variety of audiences

Excellent interpersonal skills to influence and guide employees, senior managers and external parties

Excellent computer skills

Ability to work independently or in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours and travel as required

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

Background in journalism and contacts with local and national media and reporters is desirable

Ability to understand and translate technical language and concepts into products for the lay person

Headquartered in San Diego, CA, General Atomics maintains expansive facilities housing engineering, laboratory, and manufacturing operations in Southern California and various locations in the U.S.

http://hodes.jobhost.org/viewjob.php?id=1464639

*** From Mark O'Toole:

Hi Ned:

Please see the job below for a future issue of JOTW.

Thanks.

Mark

Mark O'Toole

Senior Vice President

Castle

10.) PR | Senior Account Executives & Account Supervisors, The Castle Group, Charlestown, Mass.

The Castle Group is growing, and we're looking for new talent to grow with us. We seek senior account executive and account supervisor candidates for new positions in our PR division.

SAE candidates must have between 4 and 6 years of experience in public relations; AS candidates should have 6-10 years of experience. For both positions, prior PR experience, in-house or agency, is required. Our new hires will be experienced in PR strategy, have media expertise, adept at social media, skilled writers and proofreaders, and comfortable interacting with professionals at many levels, and have the ability to manage client accounts and account teams.

Tell us why you are a standout candidate. Our superstars have a passion for current events and a keen eye for uncovering client opportunities in the media or creative venues that propel their businesses. They demonstrate confidence, have a sense of humor, and are ready to hit the ground running to deliver world-class services and results to our dynamic client roster.

Apply via email — no phone calls, please — to hr@thecastlegrp.com.

We're rocking and rolling here in the Charlestown Navy Yard…are you ready to join us?

11.) Communications Specialist, CIBER, Detroit, MI

https://ciber.taleo.net/careersection/pro_orig/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&job=164968

12.) Manager, Marketing, Yakima Products, Inc., Beaverton, OR

http://careers.outdoorindustry.org/jobs#/detail/4547453

*** From Jean Dzierzak:

13.) Science Writer, Circle Solutions, Inc., Tysons Corner, Virginia

Circle Solutions, Inc. is seeking a full-time Science Writer to join our award-winning team in Tysons Corner, Virginia. You will research, write, and update patient publications such as fact sheets and easy-to-read booklets on topics relating to diabetes and digestive, kidney, and urologic diseases. Because you will work with scientific experts, government officials, and busy teammates, exceptional interpersonal and communications skills are essential. We can only consider candidates who can work full-time, on-site, and also possess:

• At least 5 years of science writing experience, including writing materials for both consumer and professional audiences, and adhering to a style guide. Writing samples are required. We will also test your writing and editing ability.

• Proficiency with Plain Language writing principles

• A Bachelors degree in health, science, health education, health communications, or a related field; Masters degree preferred

• Competency with MS Office applications

• A high comfort level for juggling multiple tasks under sometimes tight deadlines, including being available to work occasional evenings or weekends

Circle focuses on health, criminal justice, and other social issues. We have supported federal, state, and private sector clients since 1980. Circle has been recognized by the Washington Business Journal as one of Washington’s Top 25 women-owned businesses.

We offer a beautiful modern office, a friendly corporate culture, a competitive salary and excellent benefits! Apply by emailing Jean Dzierzak at jdzierzak@circlesolutions.com.

14.) Chief Spokesperson and Director, Media Relations, York University, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

http://jobs.iabc.com/c/job.cfm?vnet=0&site%5Fid=65&jb=8975373

15.) Senior Media Relations Manager, The Nature Conservancy, Chicago, IL

https://careers.nature.org/psp/P91HTNC_APP/APPLICANT/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_CE.GBL?Page=HRS_CE_JOB_DTL&Action=A&JobOpeningId=39503

*** From Terri Johnson, ABC, APR:

16.) The Marshall and Sharleen Formby Regents Professorship in Media Studies, College of Mass Communications, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX

The College of Mass Communications at Texas Tech University invites applications and nominations for a senior scholar to take a leading role as we expand our curriculum and scholarship in the area of Media Studies, including but not limited such areas as media literacy and media criticism. offers a competitive salary, an endowment that can be used for travel and research, and an opportunity to join a College and University on the rise. In the last two years, the University has taken great strides toward becoming a Tier One Research University and is poised to become the next National Research University in the State of Texas. The Regents Professorships at Texas Tech attract nationally and internationally recognized scholars who bring excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and leadership. With a Ph.D. program established in 2005, the College of Mass Communication recruits faculty committed to interdisciplinary scholarship, collaboration, and innovation. The Regents Professor will represent the college, strengthen its academic reputation, and enhance faculty and graduate student scholarship.

Candidates for this endowed Regents Professorship must have a proven track record of publishing in peer-reviewed journals. Because Texas Tech University is committed to increasing funded research, applicants with potential to contribute to extramural funding activities will receive preference. The position begins Fall 2012. Candidates should be full professors, but senior associate professors with distinguished research records will be considered. This is a tenured position. The Regents Chair appointment is for three years and reviewed annually. Reappointment is based on a review by the dean and associate deans. The professor will teach a 1-2 course load. Please apply online at https://jobs.texastech.edu/, referencing requisition number 83805. Applicants should include a letter of application, CV, unofficial graduate transcripts, and contact information for three references. Queries should be directed to Kevin Stoker, associate dean of faculty and search committee chair, at Kevin.stoker@ttu.edu or call 806-742-3385, ext. 229. Application review will begin Nov. 15, 2011.

The College of Mass Communications enrolls 1,500 undergraduate students majoring in Advertising, Electronic Media Communications, Journalism, and Public Relations. The College enrolls 90 students in its master’s and doctoral programs. Texas Tech University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, Committed to Excellence through Diversity. Texas Tech welcomes applications from minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities.

*** From Julie Pierce:

17.) SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, PUBLIC AFFAIRS, Cruise Lines International Association, Arlington, VA

Overview

The Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the world’s largest trade

association representing the $75 billion cruise industry, seeks a strategic,

entrepreneurial and experienced individual to serve as the new Senior Vice

President of Public Affairs.

Filling this role will be the first step toward building an enhanced public affairs

function with a wide range of strategic responsibilities.

This leader will play a driving role in helping to enhance the profile and reputation

of the global cruise industry at a time of high industry growth, increasing regulatory

complexity and rapid change. The position will report directly to the CEO, and will

be based in the Washington, DC area.

For the right person, this is a rare opportunity to build a new public affairs function

from the ground up; shape global industry strategy at a critical juncture; mix the fast

pace of crisis communications with long term strategic initiatives that will provide

value to a dynamic and fast‐growing global industry.

A highly competitive compensation package will be offered based on the candidate’s

prior experience.

Roles and Responsibilities

This leader will hire and lead a team that is responsible for the full spectrum of

public affairs functions, including:

Stakeholder engagement: Develop outreach and engagement strategies for key

constituencies including maritime organizations, adjacent industries, local

communities and activist groups.

Issues management: Develop long term strategies to anticipate and manage a

complex array of reputational issues such as environment and sustainability,

safety and security, health, labor relations and much more.

Crisis Communications: Manage media and stakeholder strategies to deal with

unexpected news events impacting the industry.

Government affairs and policy communications: Work closely with industry

members and outside counsel to achieve legislative and regulatory goals at the

local, national and global levels.

Member communications: Oversee a variety of communications to member

CEOs, committee members and key executives.

Experience

At least 15 years of strategic communications and public affairs experience

Proven success leading multifaceted issue campaigns

Proven success managing and developing teams

Proven ability to navigate complex organizations and interests and achieve

consensus

Familiarity with best practices and processes regarding issues management,

stakeholder engagement, thought leadership and association management

Familiarity with the policymaking process at the national and international

levels

Background in crisis communications

Media relations (on‐the‐record experience a plus)

Maritime or cruise industry experience a plus

Attributes

Builds consensus for action through influence and persuasion

Builds relationships based on trust and results

Prioritizes and focuses on the highest value tasks

Creates structure and progress in ambiguous and sometimes contradictory

situations

Knows how “best‐in‐class” communications functions are structured

Can attract, manage and develop great communications talent

Has excellent communications instincts and skills

Has a bias for action and the mindset of an entrepreneur

Thinks strategically

Has a passion for excellence

About CLIA

Cruise Lines International Association is the world's largest cruise association and is

dedicated to the promotion and growth of the cruise industry. CLIA is composed of

26 of the major cruise lines serving North America and is an organization that

operates pursuant to an agreement filed with the Federal Maritime Commission

under the Shipping Act of 1984 and serves as a non‐governmental consultative

organization to the International Maritime Organization, an agency of the United

Nations.

CLIA was formed in 1975 in response to a need for an association to promote the

special benefits of cruising and in 2006 merged with the International Council of

Cruise Lines (ICCL), a sister entity created in 1990 dedicated to participating in the

regulatory and policy development process of the cruise industry. CLIA exists to

promote all measures that foster a safe, secure and healthy cruise ship environment,

educate, train its travel agent members, and promote and explain the value,

desirability and affordability of the cruise vacation experience.

In 2010, CLIA member lines carried over 15 million passengers, and forecast a

passenger total of 16 million in 2011, another record. At the same time the industry

continues to commit to the future, with 12 new ships in 2010, and another 14 new

ships in 2011, for a total investment of more than $10 billion.

Interested Candidates

Interested candidates should submit a resume and/or biography to

cliasearch@highlanterngroup.com.

Email Marketing Executive, LivingSocial, Bangkok, Thailand

http://livingsocial.com/jobs?&job_id=ozrXVfwC

*** From Jennifer Blacker, M.S.:

The FDA Center for Tobacco Products, Office of Health Communication and Education, Public and Media Relations Team is searching for two full-time, on-site Public Affairs Specialists.

Please feel free to share this notice with any interested colleagues and listservs.

Job Title/Series: Public Affairs Specialist, GS-1035-12/13

Job Number: HHS-FDA-CTP-DE-12-552015 / HHS-FDA-CTP-MP-12-551664

Location: FDA Center for Tobacco Products, Rockville, Maryland

Closes: Monday, November 21, 2011

Jennifer Blacker, M.S.

18.) Public Affairs Specialist, Center for Tobacco Products, Food and Drug Administration, Department Of Health And Human Services, Rockville, MD

http://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/301676700

19.) Director of Communications, ANGA, Washington D.C.

http://jobs.prnewsonline.com/c/job.cfm?vnet=0&site_id=1691&jb=8984230

20.) Manager, Communications, Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition, Washington, DC

Deadline: November 8 2011

http://www.comminit.com/ci-classifieds/content/manager-communications-global-alliance-improved-nutrition-washington-dc-united-states

21.) Public Relations Director, Pavone, Inc., Harrisburg, PA

http://careercenter.nptimes.com/jobs/4571139/public-relations-director

22.) Graphic Designer, AmericanRec, Boulder, Colorado

http://careers.outdoorindustry.org/jobs#/detail/4541205

23.) Sr. HR Communications Specialist, REI, Kent, Washington

REI offers a great work environment that balances hard work with time off to play. We offer an excellent compensation package, flexible benefits and outstanding retirement plan, incentive program, relocation assistance, a generous merchandise discount to help you enjoy your free time, and – most importantly – an environment where respect for the individual and team-work are our fundamental employee values.

We are growing and adding systems and solutions to support cutting edge retail programs. We operate 118 stores across 28 states, have two e-Commerce sites, support a direct sales business and we have our own line of award-winning REI brand and Novara bike products.

If this sounds like the place for you, read on to learn more about an exciting career opportunity at REI as our Sr. Human Resources (HR) Communications Specialist at our corporate headquarters in Kent, WA. Imagine the impact you will have as you work with all HR disciplines to convey REI's employment offer and support employee engagement.

As the Sr. HR Communications Specialist at REI, your top responsibilities and deliverables will include:

• Partnering with HR leadership to further HR's communication strategy, understanding HR's business needs and driving key HR communication initiatives.

• Ensuring and integrating planning and alignment of HR messages with broader co-op communication, messages and strategy.

• Providing strategic communication counsel and leadership to the entire division.

• Acting as an employee advocate by understanding employees and REI's business; includes research such as communication audits and other measurement.

• Serving as a key contributor to HR change management efforts.

• Integrating and managing flow of HR communications, using and improving current processes and tools.

• Developing communications strategies for employee programs that support REI's employee experience; including identification of the best communication methodology, timing, and medium for each audience.

• Engaging the HR team in establishing marketing and communication strategies that clearly express the value and purpose of all programs that comprise REI's “employment offer”.

• Working with HR leaders to refine and improve communication effectiveness.

• Supporting and coaching HR team members in creating successful communication plans.

• Driving to improve overall communication effectiveness and strives for innovative communication delivery.

• Determining optimal use of internal channels and external communication vendors; managing vendor relationships.

• Negotiating clear roles and responsibilities in cross-functional communication implementation teams to ensure project success.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in marketing and/or communications with an emphasis on internal communication.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

• Strong writing experience and expertise in a variety of media (including emerging communication technologies), creative concepting and editing.

• Demonstrated experience in planning, measuring and evaluating the effectiveness of communication.

• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple projects and resources, including the management of external vendors.

• Demonstrated experience in successful implementation of large change management and change communication programs.

• Demonstrated ability and success in creating and delivering effective communication strategies, connecting strategic communications to successful business outcomes.

• Knowledge of and experience in working across geographic and cultural boundaries.

• Specialist knowledge and experience regarding strategy, development and implementation of integrated communication strategies.

REI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

WE WANT TO KNOW MORE ABOUT YOU:

Please be sure to include a case study describing a recent project that you managed that focused on developing a communications strategy for a broad employee audience. The case study should show how you worked with a team to identify key objectives and outcomes and identified appropriate communication methodology, timing, and medium for each audience.

You may include your response in the cover letter section of your application or you may attach a PDF with your application materials. Please keep your sample to two pages or less.

https://www.rei.apply2jobs.com/ProfExt/index.cfm?fuseaction=mExternal.showJob&RID=4163

24.) Senior Communications Manager, New York County Lawyers' Association, New York, NY

http://jobs.prnewsonline.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=1691&jb=9015237

*** From Jennifer I. Curtin, MPA:

Good morning, Edward.

My organization has a job to post in your next weekly email. The information is listed below. Let me know if you have any questions.

Best,

Jennifer

Jennifer I. Curtin, MPA

Director of Public Affairs

AGA – Advancing Government Accountability

25.) Director of Communications, AGA – Advancing Government Accountability, Alexandria, VA

AGA, premiere educational association for government financial managers, seeks hands-on Director of Communications to lead the association's communications initiatives; serve as steward of the association's brand; manage the production process of the association's print and electronic publications and promotional materials; be the lead on the editorial content of the publications; and review all materials for accuracy, consistency and adherence to the organization's mission/vision and brand. Has oversight for the association's website.

The Director will work collaboratively with other staff to develop and implement communication and marketing strategies to broaden the awareness of and participation in AGA programs. The incumbent supervises the work of two full-time staff.

Ideal candidate has 7+ years of experience in communications development including conceptualization, writing, editing and designing print and electronic communications, preferably at a professional association.

Familiarity with offset and digital printing. Excellent writing skills.

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations or Journalism. Ability to tackle challenges, organize projects and produce results. Some travel.

Work w/great team in Del Ray, Alexandria. Competitive Salary/benefits – medical, dental, 401K, flextime, and tuition reimbursement. Send resume and salary requirements to: sfritzlen@agacgfm.org.

*** From Kris Gallagher, ABC:

26.) Social Media Specialist, DeVry Inc., Downers Grove, IL (Greater Chicago Area)

The position guides, develops and manages communities of interest that attract and encourage conversation about DeVry University. These communities bring together DeVry University students, prospects and alumni in a multi-channel environment and encourage open feedback and participation across all these groups. Qualified candidates will have a dynamic personality, great conversational skills, and a strong background in community development. This person will manage all aspects of day-to-day community engagement on our social media channels (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIN, YouTube), as well as all other sites on the web where conversations are happening relative to our brand and topics of interest.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Engages in conversation as the official voice of DeVry University wherever possible

• Listens to and monitors the conversations using Radian6 or other social media monitoring tools

• Trains, motivates and manages a team of community engagers who work remotely or on site; routes topics/content to internal/external social media engagers and influencers for engagement in the channels when appropriate

• Routes customer service issues to the appropriate departments for resolution

• Maintains posts in Radian 6 and marks posts as necessary for inclusion in weekly and monthly reports

• Develops conversational calendar with marketing/public relations and other teams, as appropriate, and pursues initiatives to engage in our online communities.

• Interacts with our communities and manages our social media channels to ensure we are meeting our business goals of 1) elevating our brand 2) promoting academic quality and 3) providing world class customer service.

• Completes other projects and duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Below are the minimum requirements of the education, experience, knowledge, and skills required to competently perform in this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor's in marketing, communications, or equivalent

• 5+ years Marketing, Digital or Social Media experience.

• Preference for working in a fast paced, entrepreneurial, start-up type environment.

• A self-starter with the willingness, and desire, to “roll up your sleeves” and get the job done.

• Proven history of developing new, sustainable processes.

• Strong interpersonal skills with a desire to work cross-functionally and in teams.

• Equally comfortable making a customer presentation and creating content for the community.

• Overwhelming passion for today's social networking and collaboration technologies; ability to update pages.

• Experience building online interaction among members of a large-scale community.

• Experience using social media monitoring tools, such as Radian6.

• Experience with, and passion for, creating and consuming new content types: websites, blogs, podcasts, wikis, etc. and distribution of same to community.

• Specific experience identifying and utilizing appropriate content streams: transcripts, articles, surveys, web seminars, podcasts, wikis, blogs, etc.

We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. Thank you for applying for this outstanding opportunity today.

Apply here: https://careerconnections-devry.icims.com/jobs/29863/login?mode=prepopulate&iis=Pathways&iisn=LinkedIn.com+%28Corporate+Account%29&sn=LinkedIn.com+%28Corporate+Account%29

*** From Colleen Twill:

27.) Communication Specialist, Evonik Industies, Parsippany, NJ

Position summary

Evonik Industries (www.evonik.com) has a great opportunity for a Communications Specialist at our Parsippany, New Jersey location. As a Communication Specialist, you'll be a part of Evonik’s communication organization. In this position, you will work closely with your Corporate and Business Communications colleagues to develop communication plans that enable the organization to effectively communicate its messages to internal and external audiences.

If you are interested, please email your resume to colleen.twill@evonik.com

The primary role of the Communication Specialist is to support Evonik’s media activities in North America. In addition, to supporting day-to-day media relations activities, the Communications Specialist will actively coordinate and communicate media activities between corporate communications and business communications groups and assume responsibility for special projects, as assigned. The successful candidate for this position will perform a wide variety of tasks that require a broad knowledge of current internal and external communication practices.

Principal responsibilities

• Support the internal and external communication functions; develop, write/edit internal communication materials, news releases, pitch letters and online materials.

• Provide PR support to regional businesses when needed.

– Create tailored PR programs to raise awareness and exposure for new products

• Perform research for special projects, as required.

• Monitor media coverage of the company, its competitors and issues that affect the chemical industry; prepare and distribute an internal daily media service.

• Maintain media directories, lists and other tools needed to effectively target media outlets.

• Coordinate events (press conferences, site visits, etc).

• Prepare and communicate monthly analysis of inter/intranet activity and media placements.

• Provide a professional point of contact linking the department to internal and external requests and inquiries.

• Effectively work across cultures to develop successful working relationships.

Knowledge and experience

• B.A. in Journalism, English, Public Relations, Communications.

or related field and two or more year's experience of working in a PR agency or corporate communication department.

• Understanding of how media outlets work in order to successfully pitch and respond to media inquiries.

• Strong writing and editing skills, with an emphasis on quickly developing high quality content for use in a variety of media. Writing and communication plan samples will be requested as part of the interview process.

• Advanced MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and internet/intranet skills.

• Ability to recognize and resolve inconsistencies in projects; improve methods and initiate systems to improve work flow.

• Strong organizational/program management skills including the ability to successfully track and report on the progress of multiple projects, in addition to proactively identifying challenges and developing appropriate solutions.

• To be successful in this role the successful candidate will:

Understand issues relating to Evonik and its businesses.

Understand communications strategies and tactics, along with the ability to develop and effectively executive comprehensive communications plans.

Personal characteristics

• Strong time and task management as well as demonstrated organizational skills.

• A self-starter who is able to establish and meet deadlines and to establish clear priorities quickly.

• Ability to work effectively under pressure and handle a heavy workload.

• Demonstrated ability to work with and maintain confidential information.

• A team player with a personal reputation for integrity.

Evonik Industries is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee of Evonik Industries via email, the Internet or in any method without a valid written search agreement will be deemed the sole property of Evonik Industries. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Evonik Industries as a result of the referral or through other means.

It is the policy of Evonik Degussa Corporation to recruit, hire, assign, train, transfer, promote, lay off and compensate employees at all levels and in all areas on the basis of merit and ability and without discrimination because of race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or because he/she is disabled veteran or a Vietnam era veteran or any other legally protected status

Contact:

Colleen Twill

Staffing Manager

Human Resources

Phone +1 973-541-8140

Fax +1 973-541-8110

colleen.twill@evonik.com

*** From Sybil Ivey:

28.) Account Executive, Veteran's Affairs, contractor, Washington, DC

This is a nationwide search for an experienced Account Executive (AE) who has the drive and connections and has supported Department of Veteran's Affairs (VA). You will be responsible for group and account level bid decision reviews and formalized business development process by using decisive decision making with a few key leaders within the Health Group. Identify several top opportunities to target and introduce the company; and manage a large number of fast moving task orders.

Qualifications

Minimum 7 years of experience

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Willingness to Travel – Occasionally

Must have experience with T4, VRM, and DMDC vehicles. Prior government contractor supporting the Department of Veteran's Affairs (VA) a plus!

Top Candidates will have;

1. Influenced award decisions on at least 1 significant task order ($10M+) on the T4, VRM, or DMDC vehicles.

2. Influenced award decisions on task orders ($20M+) on the T4, VRM, or DMDC vehicles.

3. Influenced the award of $50-100M in new business on the T4, VRM, and DMDC vehicles.

4. Experience working within the VA, with specific experience in a business growth role (capture, business development, sales), building client relationships.

No Relocation Assistance or Interview Travel Reimbursement Available

The Company is more than 30yrs old with offices in more than 40 countries around the world. The company employs more than 6,000 people and generates approximately $1.7 billion in revenue.

Job# 704245

Full-time

Compensation package excellent salary, full benefits, bonus potential

No Relocation Assistance or Interview Travel Reimbursement Available

Send Resumes to: resumes@nationalrecruiters.catsone.com Job # 704245

Direct Contact: (202) 215-5799 Phone Persaud@nationalrecruiters.net

Careers Website: http://nationalrecruiters.catsone.com/careers

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

Sybil Ivey

National Recruiters, LLC

www.nationalrecruiters.net

*** From Mark Sofman:

29.) Sr. Director of Public Relations, X PRIZE Foundation, Playa Vista, CA

http://bit.ly/tCpTMU

30.) Sr. Communications Specialist- Contract, Veracord, San Jose, CA

http://bit.ly/v4T7jH

31.) Media Relations Representative (#97752), Caterpillar, Peoria, IL

http://bit.ly/vfMT2l

32.) Director, External Affairs and Communication, HQ Energy Services US, Hartford, CT

http://bit.ly/txif4U

33.) Public and Community Relations Manager #1459070), GE Aviation, Cincinnati, Ohio

http://bit.ly/tMCltG

34.) Executive Director of Public Affairs and Communications, Remote/Telecommute

http://bit.ly/scMGj6

35.) Communications Executive; Public Relations, UJA Federation of New York, New York, NY

http://bit.ly/vQgXLP

36.) Public Affairs Specialist, Association of American Medical Colleges, Washington, DC

http://bit.ly/tOUsN1

*** From Matt Frassica:

Good morning!

I was forwarded your JOTW newsletter and it looks as if you are the point person to send along open communications positions. We have an opportunity for a Communications Director at Tides. I am attaching the link to our website with the full job description.

Please let me know if you need additional information!

Matt Frassica

Human Resources Business Partner

Tides

37.) Communications Director, Tides, San Francisco, CA

Organization Description:

Tides is a values-based, social change platform that leverages individual and institutional leadership and investment to positively impact local and global communities. Tides pursues multiple, related strategies to promote this mission. From green nonprofit centers to programmatic consulting, donor advised funds to fiscal sponsorship, grants management to risk management and more, Tides gives members of the nonprofit and philanthropic community freedom to focus on the change it wants to see. For more information, please visit www.tides.org.

Position Summary:

The Tides Communications Director serves as an integral member of the senior management team and contributes to Tides organizational and programmatic outreach. The Communications Director will report to the Chief Executive Officer and will be responsible for the development and implementation of Tides communication strategy, including thought leadership, media advocacy, partner engagement and organizational/issue visibility. The Communications Director will provide direct oversight for communications department staff, establish clear goals, set priorities, and evaluate outcomes and results to inform future work.

The Communications Director is an exempt position. Exempt employees are expected to work the appropriate and necessary time in order to complete key assignments and related tasks on schedule.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Leads, develops and supports direct reports including hiring department staff and/or consultants and overseeing all aspects of supervision and management. Holds direct reports accountable to achieve team goals and work plans by ensuring team members have the appropriate skills and support to accomplish their objectives. Works to ensure that Tides staff recognizes the team as an actively contributing partner in achieving the strategic goals and objectives of Tides.

• Lead and develop all communications efforts for Tides

• Develop and implement an integrated strategic communications plan to advance and broaden awareness of Tides work and mission

• Develop and implement a robust social media plan for Tides including increasing social media capacity

• Work with the management team and staff to recognize internal and external communications opportunities and solutions, and define and execute appropriate strategies to support them

• Set departmental goals, track progress and objectives, and assess performance of department and staff

• Develop and coordinate thought leadership and organizational communications content

• Oversee brand consistency across organizational units, departments and in outreach to partners

• Ensure that media enquiries are handled expeditiously and that press releases are drafted in a timely manner, identify appropriate channels for stories and pitches and maintain relationships with journalists, producers, bookers and bloggers

• Assess departmental structure and make recommendations to CEO restructuring, staffing and capacity

• Oversee creation of communications materials – including editing of speeches, product announcements, press releases and other unique content

• Oversee day-to-day activities of the communications department including budgeting and planning

• Oversee redevelopment of Tides website

• Hire and manage necessary consultants

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to hold self and others accountable for high-quality, timely, and effective results

• Demonstrated commitment to meeting the needs of internal and external clients; ability to strive for high level of satisfaction

• Strong ability to cooperate and work collaboratively toward solutions that generally benefit all involved parties

• Demonstrates ability to engage in a direct and truthful manner; ability to present accurate and appropriate information

• Demonstrated ability to hold information confidential with excellent judgment

• Demonstrates ability to maintain high-level and consistent work ethic in working relationships and all work related duties

• Proficiency with MS Office suite of products

• Exceptional writing skills and experience developing organizational and program specific content

• Outstanding organizational and time management skills, strong attention to detail and grace under pressure

• Excellent problem-solving skills, including an ability to anticipate problems and use judgment appropriately to plan solutions

• Excellent oral, written, research and computer skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills and facility working with a wide variety of people

• Integrity and a sense of humor.

Education and Experience:

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent years of related work experience

• 12+ years of post-college work experience in communications, outreach, marketing and related disciplines, including event management and production

Application Instructions:

Only candidates who meet the above-stated qualifications will be considered. Your resume MUST INCLUDE A COVER LETTER EXPRESSING YOUR INTEREST IN WORKING TO SUPPORT TIDES AND WHY YOU ARE QUALIFIED FOR THIS JOB. Please submit your application to jobs@tides.org. No phone calls please!

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Tides is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage and seek applications from women, people of color, and bilingual and bicultural individuals, as well as members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender communities. Applicants shall not be discriminated against because of race, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, marital status, or medical condition including acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) and AIDS-related conditions.

Applicants with Disabilities:

Reasonable accommodation will be made so that qualified disabled applicants may participate in the application process. Please advise in writing of special needs at the time of application.

http://www.tides.org/about/jobs/open-positions/communications-director/

*** From Amy Call Well:

38.) Americas Public Relations, Ernst & Young LLP, Washington, DC or Secaucus, NJ

Responsibilities

Work with Ernst & Young management to understand business objectives and establish public relations programs which promote the firm and its capabilities.

Develop public relations plans, including media relations initiatives for coverage of Ernst & Young’s public sponsorships and events.

Develop positive relationships with journalists (television, radio, magazine and newspaper) to facilitate the promotion of the firm through these venues.

Promote Ernst & Young through media briefings, news releases, conferences, round tables and articles.

Coordinate national public relations strategies with regional public relations efforts to leverage the promotion of the firm across multiple venues.

Help decide how to effectively communicate the firm’s strengths.

Responsible for the supervision of one to two employees.

Incumbent receives general supervision.

To qualify, candidates must have:

•a bachelor’s degree

•approximately 6-9 years of related work experience

•understanding of the media and of the firm’s practice area

•supervisory skills including but not limited to: delegating, coaching, defining expectations, etc.

Experience with professional services firms, knowledge of tax issues and agency experience preferred.

For more information:

https://ey.taleo.net/careersection/gexp01/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&job=sec000e8

39.) Vice President of Corporate Communication, Tapjoy, San Francisco, CA

http://www.linkedin.com/jobs?viewJob=&jobId=2104223

40.) Public Relations Coordinator, Stone Mountain Park, Stone Mountain, GA

http://jobs.prnewsonline.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=1691&jb=8981023

41.) Communications Specialist, JPI, Washington, DC

http://jobs.prnewsonline.com/c/job.cfm?vnet=0&str=26&site_id=1691&jb=8969365

42.) Sr. Brand Planner (Advertising Agency) – Full Time, Creative Circle (Boston), Boston, Massachusetts

http://www.talentzoo.com/job/Sr-Brand-Planner-Advertising-Agency-Full-Time/111777.html

43.) Marketing & Corporate Communications Manager, Apache Hose and Belting Co., Cedar Rapids, IA

http://www.jobg8.com/JobG8SearchFullView.aspx?jbid=2487&jid=3944147

*** From Nicholas Abid:

Hello Ned;

Given this is a Strategic Communications related position supporting the US Navy and other DoD clients, please let me know if we can run this in Communication Jobs and DEFCON 1.

Thank you!

Nick

Nicholas Abid

Director, Business Operations

301-706-3313

OMNITEC Solutions, Inc.

nabid@omnitecinc.com

http://www.omnitecinc.com

44.) Capture Manager, Strategic Planning and Command Communications, OMNITEC Solutions, Inc., telecommuting/remote position based in the Washington, DC area with ability to make meetings at Pax River in Lexington Park, MD (20670).

Please reply to Nick Abid at nabid@omnitecinc.com. In short, we seek a rare bird who can seek out & identify new business opportunities, and then working closely with SME's and other team members in managing the proposal response process. We require some level of past expertise supporting one or more of the following: Strategic Management, Dod or Navy ACAT Programs, Business Process Improvement, and/or large Program Acquisition support. On the corporate side, we need proven skills with: leading major proposals, developing and supporting business strategy, marketing and branding activities of our service areas. Experience in contract project management, cultivating new customer relationships, investigating teaming opportunities and evaluating and executing proposal activities including teaming arrangements, etc., is required. Please visit http://www.omnitecinc.com/employment/openings.asp, and review the full description for job number 11.0023.MD.

45.) Manager, Community Relations and Volunteer Engagement, CFY, Los Angeles, California

CFY is a national education non-profit that helps students in low-income communities, together with their teachers and families, harness the power of digital learning to improve educational outcomes.

CFY pursues this mission through the combination of its groundbreaking K-12 learning platform, PowerMyLearning.com, and its on-the-ground direct service initiative, the CFY Digital Learning Program. PowerMyLearning makes best-in-class digital learning activities easily accessible and usable to meet the full range of K-12 learning needs. It is an integral part of CFY’s Digital Learning Program which is conducted in partnership with low-income public schools to increase home technology access, extend learning beyond the classroom, and deeply engage parents in the learning process. The program provides training for teachers, students and their paren ts along with a free broadband-ready home computer loaded with educational software and 24×7 bilingual help desk support.

To date, CFY has served more than 40,000 families from 100 schools nationwide and has demonstrated significant impact on student achievement, student engagement, parental confidence, and broadband adoption. To extend the impact of its work even further, CFY operates an Affiliate Network of over 30 organizations in more than 20 states and the District of Columbia.

CFY–LA Overall Objectives

Serve approximately 7,000 families in 35 schools assigned schools by providing free home learning centers, training, and bi-lingual help desk support, with the goals of strengthening the home learning environment and promoting family broadband adoption.

Provide Professional Development for partner teachers at each of our partner schools.

Maintain a positive team environment, where all staff members perform with excellence at their highest potential.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Manager, Community Relations and Volunteer Engagement will manage CFY's volunteer program as part of CFY's Digital Learning Program. The Manager, Community Relations and Volunteer Engagement will report to the Senior Training Manager.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Community Relations and Volunteer Engagement Responsibilities 80%

Performing outreach and recruiting by contacting corporate, college, university, alumni, and community groups with a focus on technology and education.

Recruiting and scheduling volunteers at workshops, 60-80 volunteers per weekend

Ensuring that volunteers are oriented on arrival, have valuable experiences, engage families effectively, and are properly thanked.

Manage volunteer database to ensure accurate tracking of volunteer hours.

Ensure regular and appropriate communications to keep volunteer base informed and engaged.

Connect corporate contacts to the Co-Director, External Relationships and Sustainability

Identify volunteers as potential contributors of time, skills, or money, and create a follow-up strategy in partnership with the Senior Training Manager and the Co-Director, External Relationships and Sustainability.

Leverage Program Associate to ensure tasks are completed with accuracy and on time.

Brainstorm and innovate new ways of attracting new volunteers, utilizing volunteers effectively, thanking and retaining volunteers.

General Management Responsibilities 20%

Participate in CFY-LA weekly program team meetings.

Model and hold other staff members accountable to CFY-LA Cultural Values.

Attend training, including in-house training. Be prepared to discuss concepts learned in the class with team members, and find ways to apply learning at CFY-LA.

Manage up, by being proactive and keeping manager informed of changing priorities.

Understand and communicate the mission to staff, clients, donors, and other stakeholders.

Other duties as necessary

Note: During the school year, this position is primarily a Tuesday-Saturday position with exceptions for most holiday weekends.

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

Passion for CFY’s mission

Bachelors degree

At least two years of experience in volunteer coordination/management

Experience in managing outside partnerships

Strong written and oral communication skills

Proven organizational and problem-solving skills

Strong relationship or “people” skills

Demonstrated ability to work independently and with minimal oversight, but also takes direction well and is eager to meet or exceed performance goals

Capacity to thrive under pressure while working on multiple tasks and projects

Ability to set priorities for self, team and peers, and adjust when priorities change

Proficient using all Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook

Preferred:

At least one year of experience in community organizing or campaigns

Experience working with low-income communities.

Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Enjoys being a volunteer and has volunteered regularly in the past

At least one year of experience in directly managing full-time staff

Knowledge of corporate culture and emerging trends in corporate social responsibility

Experience in marketing, sales, or fundraising in either the nonprofit or private sector

Application Instructions

TO APPLY

Please send a resume and thoughtful cover letter, outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position, your current/most recent compensation and stating how you heard about this opportunity to jobs@cfy.org using the following conventions:

Subject line: Manager Community Relations Search

Cover Letter: yourfirstname_yourlastname_coverletter.doc

Resume: yourfirstname_yourlastname_resume.doc

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

CFY is an Equal Opportunity Employer

http://foundationcenter.org/pnd/jobs/job_item.jhtml?id=359900002

46.) Communications Consultant, Roche, Indianapolis, Indiana

http://www.linkedin.com/jobs?viewJob=&jobId=2123241

47.) Intern – Corporate Communications, Union Pacific, Omaha, NE

Union Pacific is currently accepting applications for student internship positions available in the Corporate Communications organization in Omaha, Nebraska. These internship opportunities provide hands-on experience in a fast-paced business environment for one of America's most recognized and successful transportation companies. Responsibilities include writing stories for Union Pacific on-line and print employee publications, developing and pitching media outreach ideas, writing news releases and conducting media research. To be eligible for consideration, students must be currently enrolled in a college degree program and have college credits equivalent to two years full-time enrollment. Preference given to candidates with a major discipline in Journalism, Public Relations, English, or a closely aligned field.

The Corporate Communications organization is staffing internships for Spring, Summer, and/or Fall, 2012. Year round internship appointments may also be available. Work schedules and hours can be flexibly designed to accommodate class schedules. Please note: your online application is considered a sample of your writing and editing skills. Please review your application prior to submittal to ensure quality.

Accountabilities:

Write stories for Union Pacific on-line and print employee publications.

Develop and pitch media outreach ideas.

Write news releases.

Conduct media research.

Perform hands-on communications role for company events.

Required Education, Training, Experience or Skills:

College credits equivalent to two years towards an undergraduate degree in Journalism, Public Relations, English, or closely aligned field.

Preferred Education, Training, Experience or Skills:

2 year(s) experience / knowledge in computer applications demonstrating proficiency with MS Office applications.

1 year(s) experience / knowledge in corporate communications demonstrating effective business writing and editing skills.

http://www.unionpacific.jobs/careers/apply/descr.cfm?REQN_NBR=062762

48.) Executive Communications Consultant, Verizon Wireless, Basking Ridge, NJ

http://www22.verizon.com/jobs/basking-ridge/sales/jobid269893-executive-communications-consultant-verizon-wireless-jobs/

49.) Executive Director of Digital Communications and Marketing (University Relations), University of Massachusetts Amherst, Amherst, MA

http://www.ihispano.com/job-search/executive-director-of-digital-communications-and-marketing-university-relations.2854151.html

*** From Kris Gallagher, ABC:

50.) Electronic Communications Manager, American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, Chicago, Illinois

Organization Profile

The American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS) is a professional society of more than 6,400 foot and ankle surgeons. Founded in 1942, ACFAS seeks to promote the art and science of foot, ankle, and related lower extremity surgery, address the concerns of foot and ankle surgeons, and advance and improve standards of education and surgical skill.

Job Overview

Are you a proven marketing communications professional specializing in writing compelling content for the web and newsletters? If so, a national society needs a seasoned, website & Internet savvy marketer to strategically write & manage two websites & creatively write a weekly newsletter.

Job Description

The Electronic Communications Manager is responsible for the development and management of the College's electronic communications targeted to members and consumer audiences, including strategically crafting, developing and managing the daily content of the College's member and consumer websites and the weekly, internal electronic newsletter.

Specific Duties include:

• Manages the association's electronic member newsletter. Researches and writes content, manages internal approvals and coordinates distribution with vendor. Proactively seeks and writes articles that enhance the newsletter's value for members.

• Strategically and creatively writes, manages and maintains daily content for both the College's websites, including working collaboratively with other departments and the Communications and Public Relations Manager and Director of Marketing and Communications to provide content & features that enhance the value of the websites to all audiences and promotes an integrated marketing approach to the College's communications.

• Develops and executes Internet strategies for increasing consumer and member awareness, including use of the College's websites, communication vehicles, Search Engine Optimization and social networking technologies. Collects website utilization data and uses it to define strategic direction for the member and consumer websites.

• Collaborates with Director of Marketing and Communications, Communications and Public Relations Manager and other ACFAS departments to implement integrated communication strategies to best reach the College's intended audiences across multiple mediums.

• Serves as the College's social media voice, actively keeping the ACFAS conversation going among intended audiences (i.e. member and consumer) through strategic social media outlets. Regularly collaborates with Communications and Public Relations Manager, Director of Marketing and Communications and Director of Membership and other departments on social media content.

• Collaborates with the Communications and Public Relations Manager and the Director of Marketing and Communications on the Press Room and other selected content on the College website and consumer website.

Job Qualifications

A successful candidate for this full-time position will have:

• Creative and strategic marketing and communications writing skills for the web and print mediums

• Knowledge of and experience with the development of a regular newsletter

• The ability to effectively implement integrated marketing communications strategies in the electronic arena

• Competency in web-based content management systems

• Experience in writing for social media outlets and using them as effective marketing communications vehicles

• Proven experience in the daily management of a website

• Competency in design software, including Photoshop, InDesign a plus

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and benefits and convenient location just 2 miles from O'Hare and 2 blocks from the Blue Line and the Cumberland exit of the Kennedy.

How To Apply

Please send your resume and a cover letter summarizing your website marketing communications and maintenance experience, newsletter writing experiences, and your salary expectations to:

Melissa Matusek

Director of Marketing and Communications

American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons

Melissa.Matusek@acfas.org

Be sure to include “Electronic Communications Manager – BSN” in the subject line of your e-mail.

51.) Director, Executive Communications, Fiserv, Berkeley Lake, GA

http://www.jobfox.com/Web/Seeker/Landing/AppJobDetails.aspx?AppJobId=41af6793-9780-4ebf-9dd4-cefdd2f931e0

52.) Executive Director, Communications, Veterans & Military Affairs, Chase, New York, NY

https://www.ivyexec.com/professionals/search/job/0a206534/

53.) Director of Executive Comms, Citizens Financial Group, Boston, MA

http://cfgcareers.com/boston/marketing-and-communications/director-of-executive-comms-jobs

54.) Sr Communications Specialist, Citizens Charitable Foundation, Citizens Financial Group, Boston, MA

http://cfgcareers.com/boston/marketing-and-communications/sr-communications-specialist-jobs

55.) Manager Digital Comms, Citizens Financial Group, Providence, Rhode Island

http://cfgcareers.com/providence/marketing-and-communications/manager-digital-comms-jobs

*** From Matthew Ehrlich:

56.) Technical Coordinator for Broadcast Operations, College of Media, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana-Champaign, Illinois

The College of Media at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign seeks a Technical Coordinator for Broadcast Operations who will be responsible for the oversight and coordination of operations at Richmond Journalism Teaching Studio and to teach 2-2 fall/spring load as assigned by the Head, with the responsibility for creating a summer online course.

This position reports directly to the Journalism Department Head, who reports to the Dean of the College.

The Technical Coordinator for Broadcast Operations will:

• Teach two classes each semester, fall and spring; teach one summer class.

• Work closely with the faculty, the Department Head, the Director of Finance and the Information Technology Director to plan an annual operating and capital budget for Richmond Studio.

• Offer input in consultation with faculty and execute their plans for capital and other needs to ensure that equipment upgrades, enhancements and replacements are done in a timely and fiscally responsible manner.

• Support the classroom use of Richmond Studio as well as the day-to-day use by students.

• Supervise the maintenance of all professional field camera equipment stored at Richmond and, in collaboration with broadcast faculty, help to develop policies for its usage.

• Supervise the maintenance of the broadcast equipment physical inventory, in conjunction with the IT Director.

• Hire, schedule, supervise and train a staff of student lab monitors and assistants each semester.

• Coordinate as necessary with the WILL engineering staff to repair broken and damaged equipment and develop plans for preventive maintenance.

• Serve as the “System Administrator” for the EZNews Integrated News Production and Automation System and work with College IT department on server and workstation problems.

• Serve as the “System Administrator” for the uReserve online resource scheduling system

• Work with faculty to maintain and update instruction manuals and handouts related to broadcast journalism resources.

• Oversee the entry alarm system at the Richmond Journalism Teaching Studio.

• Maintain user data on video editing workstations at Gregory Hall and the Richmond Journalism Teaching Studio, and oversee and manage the data storage needs on the editing workstations in consultation with faculty.

• Responsible for production, troubleshooting and training.

• Work with the UI-7 Director as needed, in consultation and coordination with the Department Head.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree is required with five years of professional broadcast news experience or equivalent, which includes supervising employees. Also required is a substantial record of professional achievement in broadcast journalism or closely related field with the appropriate technical, production and information technology skills.

Preferred Qualifications: A master’s degree with a minimum of ten years of professional broadcast news experience or equivalent, which includes supervising employees.

This is a 12-month, 100% visiting academic professional position. This position may become regular, non-visiting at a later date. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications. Start date is as soon as possible after the closing date, but no later than December 16, 2011.

Application Procedures: In order to ensure full consideration, applications must be received by November 16, 2011. Applicants may be interviewed before the closing date; however no hiring decision will be made until after that date. Please create your candidate profile at http://jobs.illinois.edu and upload a resume, cover letter, and the names and contact information for three references. For further information regarding application procedures, you may contact Jane Dowler at dowler@illinois.edu or 217-333-2351.

Illinois is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and ideas who embrace and value diversity and inclusivity (www.inclusiveillinois.illinois.edu).

*** From Kris Kelly:

57.) Director of Communications and Public Relations, American Academy of Arts & Sciences, Boston, MA

Founded in 1780, the American Academy of Arts & Sciences is one of the nation's oldest and most prestigious learned societies and independent policy research centers. The Academy's research draws on the enormous intellectual capacity of its 4,000 Fellows and 600 Foreign Honorary Members, who are among the world's most prominent thinkers in the arts, sciences, and humanities. Their studies focus on science, technology policy, global security, the humanities, culture, social policy, and education. The Academy's “scholar-patriots” have brought the arts and sciences into constructive interplay with the leaders of both the public and private sectors for over 230 years. Now in its third century, the Academy continues to mobilize the intellectual resources needed to anticipate, examine, and confront the critical challenges facing our society.

To continue fulfilling its mission, the Academy currently seeks a sophisticated and experienced Director of Communications and Public Relations to enhance the organization's brand reputation among a broad range of audiences. The Director will be a member of the senior management team and will work directly with the President and other key staff to increase awareness of the Academy's mission. S/he will be responsible for developing the Academy's communications strategy and will contribute to the organizational strategic planning process.

QUALIFICATIONS:

The Director of Communications and Public Relations should have a relevant advanced degree and a minimum of 15 years experience in the strategic communications, university media, or policy arenas. S/he should possess exceptional organizational, writing, analytical, research, time management, and communications skills. S/he should also be able to create and communicate well-organized plans. The successful candidate will have experience in Web, social media, and other electronic communications and marketing strategies. The Director of Communications and Public Relations must have excellent interpersonal skills, including a desire and ability to work as part of a team.

To read more and apply, go to:

https://hoojobs.com/job/532

58.) Senior Account Supervisor, Formula PR, New York, NY

Hot, creative, fast-growing national public relations boutique agency is looking for a New York-based Senior Account Executive. Person will play a key strategic role driving media relations and social media results for key lifestyle accounts. The ideal candidate will have broad public relations agency experience with particular expertise in consumer products and services, food and beverage, and business to business. Previous experience managing multiple programs and junior staff is a must.

We want someone who can think big, make things happen with the media, clients and prospects, all while giving positive energy and keeping a cool head.

To be considered, candidate must be self-motivated, love the thrill of the pitch, and, most importantly, have the desire to help us grow existing business and seek new partnerships.

Slackers, career switchers and corporate fat cats need not apply.

Job Requirements:
-Ability to thrive in an extremely fast paced environment
-4-5 years of public relations agency experience a MUST
-Successful track record at developing integrated public relations and co-branding programs while executing on budget
-Proven ability to supervise junior level staff as well as multiple client programs
-Smart, aggressive, creative, innovative risk taker with strong writing and media relations skills
-Proven experience using social networking platforms in a business setting
-Know your way around the business networking/social scene
-An understanding of social media programs for Twitter and Facebook
-Desire working for a top flight agency where blue sky thinking is the norm

To read more and apply, go to:

https://hoojobs.com/job/534

59.) PR Director, Pavone, Inc., Harrisburg, PA

Central PA-based AAAA advertising agency seeks dynamic innovator to lead its public relations department. Our ideal candidate would be able to develop insightful and meaningful PR plans and promotions that integrate the traditional tenants of PR with social media and digital media platforms and get results. National consumer package goods experience a must, national food and beverage experience a plus. This leadership position requires at least five years of management experience and a real knack for bringing out to best in a team of dedicated PR professionals.

To read more and apply, go to:

https://hoojobs.com/job/535

60.) Executive Assistant to the CEO, United States Naval Institute, Annapolis, MD

The United States Naval Institute is looking for an Executive Assistant to the CEO.

Performs secretarial and executive support activities to assist the Chief Executive Officer.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Performs a variety of administrative or executive support tasks that are highly confidential and sensitive.

• Coordinates office management activities for the CEO.

• Researches, compiles, assimilates, and prepares confidential and sensitive documents, and briefs the CEO regarding content.

• Reads and screens incoming correspondence and reports; makes preliminary assessment of the importance of materials and organizes documents; handles some matters personally and forwards appropriate materials to the CEO.

• Receives and screens incoming calls and visitors, determines which are priority matters, and alerts the CEO accordingly. Makes referrals to appropriate staff or provides requested information.

• Informs others of the CEO’s position on issues.

• Composes letters and memoranda in response to inquiries.

• Acts as liaison between the CEO, subordinates or others, by transmitting directives, instructions and assignments and following up on the status of assignments.

• Produces a variety of documents, charts, and graphs in final form.

• Updates CEO on status of issues before scheduled meetings.

• Prepares agenda and collects materials for meetings, speeches, and conferences; takes minutes and keeps records of proceedings.

• Plans and coordinates arrangements for professional conferences.

• Reviews, proofreads, and edits documents prepared for the CEO’s signature.

• Takes and transcribes dictation on technical and confidential matters from the CEO.

• Coordinates and facilitates the CEO's calendar to arrange appointments, meetings, and conferences.

• Recommends actions to be taken on office expenditures such as equipment and supply needs.

• Assists with preparation of the office budget.

• Compiles and maintains records, statistical information, and reports.

• Participates in and /or coordinates committees or task forces.

• Establishes and maintains various filing and records management systems.

• Makes travel arrangements; prepares itineraries; prepares, compiles and maintains travel vouchers and records.

• Operates standard office equipment.

• Performs related work as assigned.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of the application of instructions and guidelines to specific problems.

• Knowledge of the department’s and work area’s mission and its appropriate application.

• Knowledge of departmental policies, procedures, and organizational relationships.

• Knowledge of the organization and composition of letters, minutes, reports, charts and spreadsheets.

• Knowledge of correct English usage and grammar.

• Knowledge of office practices, processes, and computer software programs.

• Knowledge of the organization and maintenance of filing systems.

• Knowledge of scheduling and coordinating travel arrangements.

• Ability to make decisions where precedents may not be established.

• Ability to apply the overall mission of a department to make administrative or executive support decisions.

• Ability to review several diverse reference sources, select and synthesize data for reports and other forms of correspondence.

• Ability to use diplomacy and discretion, when giving out information and referring and directing callers and visitors.

• Ability to create presentations, charts, graphs, databases, and spreadsheets with emphasis on Microsoft Powerpoint expertise.

• Ability to perform mathematical calculations.

• Ability to follow, apply, interpret, and explain instructions and/or guidelines.

• Ability to determine work priorities.

• Ability to make decisions and take appropriate actions.

• Ability to meet schedules and deadlines of the work area.

• Ability to communicate effectively.

• Ability to compose routine correspondence and reports.

• Ability to type at least 60 wpm.

• Ability to operate standard office equipment.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Education and Experience:

Seven years of administrative support experience where use of a personal computer to prepare correspondence, reports, charts, etc., or to enter/retrieve/update information is an essential part of the work, including four years equivalent to executive level administrative support work.

Contact:

Ruth Ann Raup, SPHR

Director Human Resources

291 Wood Road

Annapolis MD 21402

Phone 410.295.1062

Fax 410.295.1091

*** From Darlene Friedman:

Please include in your next edition. Thank you!

61.) Fundraising and organizational interns, Afghan Women’s Writing Project, virtual position (work will be done remotely)

Fundraising and organizational interns needed for the Afghan Women’s Writing Project (awwproject.org), which empowers Afghan women to share their voices with the world. A wonderful opportunity to learn and support a growing organization doing vital work in a country deemed one of the worst for women. This is a virtual position and all work will be done remotely. Please send a resume and letter of interest to Rachel at .

*** From Dan Gerlach:

Hi Ned, can you run this job opportunity in the next edition of JOTW please?

Dan Gerlach

62.) Business Development Coordinator, Baltimore County

Location is Baltimore County. Pay is $35,000 with potential for

$10,000 bonus.

Seeking a Business Development Coordinator to join our marketing/ sales team. The Business Development Coordinator will be responsible for building and maintaining a strong social presence in the health vertical in the Maryland area. This position will be solely responsible for building the pipeline with qualified leads and engaging with them through multiple channels. Qualified candidates should be self starters with the ability to find and cultivate new business opportunities through social and in-person networking and targeted marketing tactics. A sales and results driven mentality is a must for this position.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Identify and drive new business opportunities

• Source and call on potential new and existing business opportunities

• Identify, qualify and pass along sales leads to Account Executives

• Build and maintain an online presence in the social space geared towards designated vertical

• Meet or exceed quarterly sales goals and prove ROI for initiatives implemented

• Attend health related networking functions to cultivate new business relationships

• Join and participate in area associations and groups in the healthcare vertical

• Monitor and lead score incoming web leads prior to passing off to sales

• Track leads through the sales funnel and report on revenue realized

• Monitor social media efforts to identify interested potential customers

• Research competitors and potential customers through both primary and secondary research methods

• Learn and embrace the sales process and philosophy of Advance

• Data entry and maintenance

• Cold calling on existing and new customers required

Qualifications:

• 1-3 years experience in a marketing, sales, or business related position in a B2B environment

• Ability to establish and grow relationships

• Prior experience with lead tracking and monitoring

• Effective at multi-tasking

• Detail oriented

• Inside sales mentality

• Goal oriented and passionate about sales and marketing

• Excellent quantitative and analytical skills

• Ability to professionally manage relationships

• Knack for sales, partnership cultivation, and strategic planning

• Demonstrated ability to deal with stressful situations

• Ability to successfully interact with a wide-variety of personalities

• Proficiency in Microsoft office 2007

• Proficiency in the primary social platforms is required

• A college degree is required

• Software sales experience a plus but not required

• Healthcare experience a plus but not required

Salary: $35,000 with bonus potential up to $10K

Qualified candidates should email resumes to veronicakelley@gmail.com (gmail account used to protect the confidentiality of the company).

*** From Mark Sofman:

63.) Public Relations Manager, Gas Station TV, Birmingham, MI

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68.) Artisan Bread Bakery Manager, Weaver Street Market, Hillsborough, NC

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69.) Medical Device Knitters and Weavers, SCCareerSearch, South Carolina

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70.) Creeler/Warper/Textile, MAU Workforce Solutions, Williamston, SC

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*** Weekly Piracy Report:

26.10.2011: 0130 LT: Posn: 01:42.2N – 101:29.3E, Dumai Inner Anchorage, Indonesia.

Two robbers in a wooden speed boat attempted to board a chemical tanker at anchor. Robbers used folded rods with a hook to climb. Alert duty watchman sighted the robbers and informed bridge. OOW raised alarm and mustered crew. Seeing crew alertness the robbers aborted the attempt and moved away. After around 30 minutes another boat with five robbers approached the vessel from astern and attempted to board the vessel. Once again alert watchkeeping ensured the robbers aborted the attempt. Nothing stolen.

26.10.2011: 0750 UTC: Posn: 04:15.6N – 001:25.6E, Off Togo.

A refrigerated cargo ship drifting noticed on radar an approaching small boat. As the boat closed towards the vessel no change in course or speed was observed. Seeing this Master raised alarm, started main engine, increased speed and commenced evasive manoeuvres. The boat followed the vessel for a while before reducing speed and moving away.

25.10.2011: 0005 LT: Posn: 01:15.5N – 104:02.0E, Singapore Straits.

Pirates in two boats approached and followed a barge towed by a tug. The crew directed searchlights towards the barge but could not detect the small boats. Master contacted other vessels including a security vessel in their convoy. Later a Singapore navy warship contacted and alerted the tug's Master that there are two small boats hiding behind his barge. Master altered course and spotted the two pirate boats resulting in the boats moving away. At 0200 LT, small boats once again approached the barge. The navy warship spotted the boats and alerted the Master. Even with the presence of the warship the pirates boarded the barge. Upon inspection properties and stores of the barge were found stolen.

16.10.2011: 1500 UTC: Posn: 14:26N – 052:49E, Gulf of Aden.

Armed pirates in two skiffs chased a general cargo ship underway. Master raised alarm, contacted warships for assistance, took evasive manoeuvres and all crewmembers mustered at a safe room except the bridge crew. After 30 minutes of chasing the pirates aborted the attempted attack and moved away.

24.10.2011: 1425 LT: Posn: 06:59.9N – 119:44.8E, Off Pangutaran Group Islands, Sulu Sea, Philippines.

Pirates in six speed boats chased and attempted to board a bulk carrier underway. Master raised alarm, took evasive manoeuvres, crew mustered and activated fire hoses. The pirates chased the ship for 15 minutes and then aborted the attempted attack. The boats were seen to head towards a fishing vessel in the vicinity.

23.10.2011: 0612 UTC: Posn 04:59N – 054:29E, Around 360nm east of Hobyo, Somalia.

Armed pirates in two skiffs chased and attempted to board a tanker underway. Mother ship in the vicinity. Master increased speed, carried out evasive manoeuvres and onboard security team fired warning shots. Ship evaded the attack.

16.10.2011: 1030 UTC: Posn: 05:01.35S – 040:03.74E, Around 10nm east of Pemba Island, Tanzania. (Off Somalia)

Five pirates in a skiff armed with RPG and AK-47 chased a LPG tanker underway. Master raised alarm and crew mustered in citadel. Armed security team on board the vessel fired a warning shot. The pirates returned fire with RPG and AK-47. The exchange of fire lasted for about three minutes before the pirates aborted the attack and moved away.

17.09.2011: 2000 LT: Ocrim Terminal, Port of Belem, Brazil.

Three robbers armed with long knives in a wooden boat approached a berthed bulk carrier. The robbers attempted to board by climbing the anchor chain. Alert crew raised alarm and additional crewmembers mustered and prevented the robbers from boarding. Robbers jumped into the sea and escaped in their boat with their accomplices.

07.09.2011: 0130 LT: Posn: 01:26.2S – 048:31.6W, Belem Inner Anchorage, Brazil.

Four robbers armed with long knives ina long wooden boat, approached an anchored bulk carrier. Attempts were made to board the ship via anchor chain but foiled by ship’s crew. A search was conducted and found nothing was stolen

03.10.2011: 0532 UTC: Posn: 04:59N – 058:00E, Around 560nm east of Hobyo, Somalia.

Pirates in two skiffs chased and fired upon a fishing vessel underway. Fishing vessel was protected by a French naval team, which exchanged fire with the pirates. The pirates aborted their attempted attack. A dhow was sighted in the vicinity.

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