Tuesday, December 29, 2009

QUALITY ASSURANCE / TECHNICAL WRITER

Quality Assurance / Technical Writer

Salary: Commensurate with Experience


Immediate Opening

Full Time position

Position Description:

The qualified Quality Assurance / Technical Writer (QA/TW) professional will support the BTC Information Assurance (IA) team out of our Alexandria , VA office. The candidate should have experience working in a government environment supporting IT operations and projects. The candidate will assist the IA team providing QA support, applying skills in preparing and reviewing necessary documentation, as well as possessing a technical knowledge of various systems and applications.

Responsibilities include:

· Prepare QA assessments, develop or review project plans, testing plans, and related documentation; provide recommendations to the team to support the effort.

· Ensure QA process is completed and thoroughly documented in accordance with requisite federal requirements.

· Coordinate and interact with the client and other contractor staff with technical understanding of systems and applications to ensure the QA methodology is completed correctly.

· Identify solutions to meet the user*s needs, conduct studies around various technologies and implementations, and integrate these technologies to provide a complete QA solution that meets a given set of IA requirements.

· Develops and performs quality assurance procedures for testing and documenting Microsoft SQL database applications.

· Evaluates capabilities and recommends improvements.

· Works with database team to effectively move database through development and production phases.

· Assists the project team in taking technical information and putting it together in a cohesive manner.

· The documents could be a formal government document, meeting minutes, and/or executive summaries.

· Assist Deputy Project Manager in tracking Action Items.

· Recommends formats responsive to technical and customer requirements.

· Produces products that conform to the company documentation and quality assurance standards.


Characteristics and Skills :

· The successful candidate will have the following traits: adheres to key standards, thinks analytically, uses systematic approach to work situations, values quality. Additionally, the candidate must enjoy working in a team environment where priorities can change and new approaches are needed. Verbal and written communication skills are key. High-level proficiency with MS Office Suite of business applications.

· Develop and implement program quality plans, programs, and procedures using statistical quality control.

· Ensures that performance and quality conform to BTC satisfaction and governmental standards.

· Reviews, analyzes and reports on quality discrepancies related to the IA and database practices.

· Investigates problems and develops disposition and corrective actions for recurring discrepancies.

Minimum Requirements:

· Bachelors of Science/Arts (BS/BA) or Masters of Science degree with 5 to 8 years of relevant experience,

· Experience working in Information Assurance field is a PLUS (not required)

· Be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Products

· Extremely precise and detailed oriented

· Certification in any of the following is a PLUS (but not required): Green belt or above Lean Six Sigma; CMMI; ITIL or ISO 9000.

· Secret Level Clearance Required (Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance)

· “APPLICANT MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN”

Preferred Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Strong Communication Skills both oral and written

Excellent listening and interpersonal skills

Ability to work in team environment

Strong ability to multi-task

Competent MS Office suite skills


How to Apply: Send brief cover letter and resume to kgladney@brandontci.com and cc june.dixon@dc.gov Your cover letter should briefly explain what experience you have that meets the qualifications of the job description.

Monday, December 28, 2009

KSA WORKSHOPS - 1/5/2010

Who: The US Office of Personnel Management in Partnership with the DC Department of Employment Services

Date: Tuesday, January 5, 2010

Time: 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm

Location:
Naylor Road One Stop Career Center
2626 Naylor Road SE
Washington , DC 20020
RSVP: Please R.S.V.P. by Monday, January 4, 2010 to june.dixon@dc.gov. Space is limited, so please register early.

For additional information, please call 202-645-3413

POLICY ANALYST - The Center for Financial Services Innovation

The Center for Financial Services Innovation (CFSI) is the nation's leading authority on financial services for underbanked consumers. Since 2004, its programs have focused on informing, connecting and investing - gathering enhanced intelligence, brokering and supporting productive industry relationships and fostering best-in-class products and strategies. CFSI works with leaders and innovators in the business, government and non-profit sectors to transform the financial services landscape. CFSI is a non-profit affiliate of ShoreBank Corporation, America's first and leading community development and environmental banking corporation. For more on CFSI, go to www.cfsinnovation.com. For more on ShoreBank, go to http://www.shorebankcorp.com/.


CFSI has embarked on a new policy initiative to advance federal financial services policy to spur product innovation and market competition, address impediments to access to high-quality, reasonably-priced financial services, and educate policymakers about low income consumers' financial services needs. Specific policy activities will include ensuring that the needs of the 40 million underbanked households in the U.S. are addressed in the current financial reregulation debate; educating policymakers about underbanked consumers and the industry that serves them; and developing and informing policies to improve underbanked consumers' access to and use of reasonably priced financial services. Areas of focus will include the regulatory environment for nonbank financial firms; short-term credit policies; and transaction and savings products.

The policy analyst is responsible for working with the Policy Director in the Washington, D.C. office to develop and implement the policy agenda. The policy analyst's primary responsibility will be to conduct research and analysis of public policies and financial services industry practices; write briefs and background papers on pertinent policy and industry topics; and create other materials, including presentations and one pagers as needed to develop and advance the policy agenda. A significant portion of this position will entail engagement with key stakeholders, including policy offices, the financial services industry, nonprofits, and others. The analyst will also have responsibility for leading the execution of at least two policy events in 2010.

Major responsibilities include:

1. Research and write on a variety of financial services policy issues.

2. Managing projects on discrete policy topics, which will typically include analysis of the topic, assessment of current policies related to the topic, and engagement of stakeholders to develop policy concepts.

3. Create effective presentations and content to share these analyses with policymakers, national partners, financial services industry and others.

4. Lead the development and execution of two public events, with engagement of the CFSI Communications team.

5. Keep current on financial services policy developments and industry practices.

6. Serve as a resource to external stakeholders, providing advice and information to both for-profits and nonprofits; interface with industry experts and leaders on policy developments and ensure that pertinent information is disseminated to CFSI staff.

7. Work collaboratively with other members of the CFSI team.

Qualifications & Characteristics

1. Three to five years of experience in public policy, preferably with a focus on financial services policy. Policy/regulatory expertise and/or a financial services background a plus.

2. The ability to balance longer-term policy projects with short-term policy analysis and research needs, as policy developments occur and require quick and adept analysis and response.

3. Excellent writing and oral communications skills.

4. Strong organizational skills.

5. Ability to work independently but also to be comfortable in a highly collaborative environment.

6. Ability to synthesize data to advance policy objectives. Quantitative and qualitative research skills and an ability to use statistical software packages a plus.

7. Financial services industry knowledge strongly preferred.

8. Strong desire to be engaged in federal policy work.

9. Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree preferred.

This is a full time position, based in Washington, D.C. It provides a competitive salary and benefits package.


Please submit cover letter and resume, with a writing sample, to resumes@cfsinnovation.com. Please include "policy analyst" in the subject line.

COURT SERVICES AND OFFENDER SUPERVISION AGENCY - VACANCY

EMPLOYER: Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency


LOCATION: Washington, Dist of Columbia

SALARY RANGE: $29,736.00-$38,655.00

CLOSE DATE:

ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: CSS-09-144-EB (DEU)

OPENING DATE: 12/16/2009

PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 04

AREA OF CONSIDERATION: US citizens

WORK SCHEDULE: Part Time

TIME LIMIT: Permanent - No time limit

CONTACT NAME: Ericka Bellamy

CONTACT PHONE NUMBER: 202-220-5473

CONTACT EMAIL: Ericka.Bellamy@csosa.gov

NOTES:

This is a permanent job-share position. Hours are 20 hours per week with the following schedule: Wednesdays (8 hours), Thursdays (4 hours), and Fridays (8 hours).

THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED. BI-WEEKLY CUTOFFS WILL OCCUR BEGINNING ON DECEMBER 30, 2009.


If you fail to submit any required documents, you will not receive consideration for this position.


Applicants who do not submit a supplementary narrative statement to support the level of experience and/or training claimed will not be given further consideration.

All answers provided in the on-line process must be substantiated in the candidate's work history. If, upon review, it is determined that your work history, KSA narrative responses, and/or supporting documents do not support your answer choices, you may be eliminated or your score may be modified to reflect the final rating based on all the information provided in your application. Ultimately, Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency's Office of Human Resources is responsible for determining an applicant's final rating. Please ensure that your work history and narrative responses provide enough detail to support your answers to the KSAs.

DUTIES:
Uses advanced office automation software functions including the importation/exportation of graphics and data. Employs spreadsheet, desktop publishing, and presentation software to produce office support materials. Assists in setting up and maintaining subject matter files including technical instructions, operating procedures, confidential documents, and other materials. Establishes and maintains files in accordance with agency requirements.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

*Knowledge of grammar, spelling, punctuation, syntax, and required formats.

*Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing.

*Knowledge of office automation software applications.

*Knowledge of clerical practices and office routines.


MINIMUM FEDERAL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Qualifying experience for the GS-4 level includes one (1) year of general experience in clerical, office, or other work which indicates ability to acquire the particular knowledge and skills needed to perform the duties of the position, or two (2) years of education above the high school level.

SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE: The experience requirements for the GS-4 level may be met by completion of two full years of full-time academic study in an accredited business, secretarial or technical school, junior college, college, or university.

COMBINING EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Equivalent combinations of successfully completed post high school education and general experience may be used to meet the total experience requirements.

PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENT: Applicant must be able to type 40 words per minute.

BASIS OF RATING:
Candidates who meet the basic qualification requirements for this vacancy will be rated according to Category Rating Procedures. This means that candidates will be assigned to a pre-defined quality category based on their application and veteran preference. Generally, only candidates in the top quality category will be referred to the hiring manager.

There will be three quality categories. These are Highly Qualified, Well Qualified and Qualified.


Your application will be evaluated under the Category Rating method, based on your responses to the occupational questions in this document. If you meet the basic requirements for the position, your application will be evaluated and placed into one of three categories:

1 - Qualified Category - Candidates who meet the Minimum Qualification Requirements.
2 - Well Qualified Category - Candidates who meet the Minimum Qualification Requirements and demonstrate a satisfactory level of knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the duties of the position.
3 - Highly Qualified Category - Candidates who meet the Minimum Qualification Requirements and demonstrate a high level of knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the duties of the position.

OTHER SIGNIFICANT FACTS:
Bargaining Unit Status: Eligible - Not Covered.

How to Apply: The primary method of applying for this vacancy is online via the Internet at www.avuedigitalservices.com/csosa/applicant.html. If you do not have access to the Internet, you are strongly encouraged to visit your library, state employment commission, or a commercial establishment that provides Internet access to apply online. If you are unable to apply online, you may call the contact phone number listed on this announcement to obtain a copy of the vacancy announcement, applicant qualification form (Form No. F-15566-AVUE), and instructions for completing the form. No other form of application will be accepted.

Applicants submitting proof documents can electronically attach them, or scan and attach them, to the employment application. If this is not possible, copies of documents can be faxed to 253-573-9869, or mailed to the following address: CSOSA, c/o Avue Technologies Corporation, ATTN: Direct Services, 1145 Broadway Plaza, Suite 800, Tacoma, WA 98402. All faxed or mailed proof documents must be identified with applicant's name and vacancy announcement number.

Applications and supporting documents must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Standard Time on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.

Applicants who apply online will automatically receive email acknowledgement of receipt of their application.

Applicants must submit a complete application package by the closing date of this announcement.

Evaluation Methods: Your application will be evaluated according to the extent and quality of experience, education, and training. If you meet the basic qualification requirements, your application/resume will be evaluated against the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this position. This evaluation determines which candidates will be referred to the selecting official for consideration.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Except where otherwise provided by law, there will be no discrimination because of color, race, religion, national origin, politics, marital status, disability, age, sex, sexual orientation, membership in an employee organization, or on the basis of personal favoritism.

CSOSA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Thursday, December 24, 2009

SOFTWARE ENGINEERS

Two fully-funded opportunities for Software Engineers working at a classified customer site in Annapolis Junction, MD. If you have a friend, neighbor, colleague, or co-worker that is looking for a new opportunity working within the Intelligence Community to solve high-tech and challenging problems with National Security implications, please send him or her in my direction.


The successful candidate will have at least a BS in Computer Science or Mathematics or related degree, several years of Software Application development and engineering on a government program, and possess the rare to find TS/SCI with Full-Scope Poly. This position will pay $90K.

Must receive cover letter and resume by Wednesday, December 30, 2009 to: jonathan.jurewicz@millgroupinc.com and cc: june.dixon@dc.gov. Johnathan Jurewicz can be reached at 703-436-4410

FINANCIAL ANALYST - CONTRACT POSITION

Job Title: Financial Analyst I



Location: STERLING, VA


Duration: 3 months (contract work)

Job Description:

Assists in developing, interpreting and implementing financial and accounting concepts including budgeting, trending, forecasting, and financial modeling. Assists in the preparation, analysis, review, verification and reconciliation of various records, financial reports and statements. Prepares standard and specialized financial reports. And be able to retrieve and understand Costpoint and SAP accounting reports. Write reports using report writers, such as Impromptu for Costpoint.

Founded in 1980, The Computer Merchant, Ltd.(TCM), is a privately-owned professional services staffing firm specializing in Technology Consulting, Enterprise-Wide Staffing, and Project Solutions. Our solutions in 2008 were successfully delivered by our centralized technical recruiting organization through a workforce of 5,000+ Information Technology professionals nationally. TCM was recently ranked 29th of 34 firms in the IT Staffing Industry with revenues in excess of $100 million in 2008 in the United States . TCM’s mission is to be recognized as a leader in our industry; deliver outstanding services & solutions to our customers; and be viewed as a partner to our consultants & clients

To Apply: Please provide a cover letter and resume. The cover letter MUST briefly explain your experience that best matches the qualifications in the Job Description. Please email your interest to: june.dixon@dc.gov no later than Monday, December 28, 2009.

Wednesday, December 23, 2009

INSTITUTE FOR RESPONSIBLE CITIZENSHIP INTERNSHIP

The Institute for Responsible Citizenship is currently accepting applications for its summer leadership program in Washington, DC. The Institute provides America’s best and brightest African American male college students with unparalleled networking opportunities, leadership development, and life‐long mentorship.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

• Exposure to congressmen, Supreme Court justices, doctors, business executives, educators, and other influential leaders

• Rigorous academic seminars

• Roundtable discussions, including seminars on leadership development

• High‐level internships around Washington, DC

• Activities that promote strong bonds with each other

PROGRAM DETAILS

• The program runs from June 5 to July 31, 2010

• Students must commit to two summers

• Housing is paid for by the Institute

• Students work at paid internships based on their career interest

You should be a college sophomore to apply. The Institute does not have a GPA requirement. However, the median GPA for recent classes is 3.65. An applicant’s GPA is not the only criterion that is evaluated during the admissions process. Campus involvement, awards earned, athletics, and volunteer work are also important factors.

The application can be found on the web at www.i4rc.org/application.htm. Applications must be received,
not postmarked, by the deadline. Inquiries should be directed to info@i4rc.org or (202) 659‐2831.

DEADLINE: FRIDAY, JANUARY 29, 2010

We Inspire the best and brightest African American men to be men of great character who will make significant contributions to their communities, their country, and the world.

1227 25th Street, NW, Sixth Floor ▫ Washington, DC 20037 ▫ http://www.i4rc.org/

Thursday, December 17, 2009

CAREER FAIR

Washington DC Career Fair

Date:
Friday, January 15, 2010

Location:
Holiday Inn Rosslyn
1900 North Fort Myer Drive
Arlington, VA 22209

Time:
11:00 AM to 3:00 PM

For a list of attending companies, click the link below and fill out the brief registration form:

http://www.nationalcareerfairs.com/career_fairs/details/VA/Washington_DC/January/15/2010/

Bring at least 15 resumes to the event!

Wednesday, December 16, 2009

FREE E-LEARNING COURSES AT PRINCE GEORGE'S COMMUNITY COLLEGE

PGCC Offers Free Vouchers for Microsoft E-Learning Courses


Prince George’s Community College partners with the Maryland Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation and Microsoft in the statewide initiative, Elevate America. The college is distributing 400 vouchers for Microsoft e-learning courses and select Microsoft certification exams at no cost to recipients. Classes include Microsoft Windows XP, Vista or Microsoft Office Suite versions 2003 and 2007. All courses are conducted online by Microsoft. Visit http://www.microsoft.com/learning/en/us/classlocator.aspx to locate the nearest training center.

Individuals interested in free e-Learning courses must register in person for the vouchers at Prince George's Community College, Kent Hall, Room 207, on the Largo campus, Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-3 p.m. The vouchers for the self-paced courses must be activated within 90 days of receipt and used within one year. Vouchers are limited and being distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. The offer ends Jan. 12.

“Prince George's Community College is always a valuable resource for meeting the needs and demands of the community,” said Daniel Mosser, vice president for workforce development and continuing education. “During the current economic state, the college recognizes and identifies that basic computer skills are the core competencies needed for careers in every industry,” he added.

Prince George's Community College and Microsoft are committed to strengthening the U.S. economy and increasing global competitiveness by improving access to education and workforce readiness skills required for 21st century jobs. Elevate America has been implemented in cooperation with states across the country as part of Microsoft’s overall effort to help train 2 million people over the next three years. All Maryland residents may obtain a voucher, however Maryland State employees are excluded.
For more information, please visit the Elevate America Web site at

http://www.microsoft.com/about/corporatecitizenship/us/communityinvestment/elevateamerica.aspx

or call the office of Workforce and Continuing Education at 301-322-0159.

Prince George's Community College is a comprehensive, public, post-secondary institution that provides high quality academic instruction, workforce development and continuing education to the citizens of Prince George's County and surrounding areas. The college awards associate degrees, program certificates and letters of recognition. For more information, visit the college Web site at http://www.pgcc.edu/.

Tuesday, December 15, 2009

Monday, December 14, 2009

WOMEN'S CAMPAIGN FORUM 2010 SUMMER AND FALL FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM

WCF is seeking applications for our 2010 Summer and Fall Fellowship Program. Each Fellow will specialize in one of six categories: Political Programs, Law, Online Communications, Non-Profit Operations, Development & Donor Management, or WCF Foundation Research.


To compliment specialty roles, all WCF Fellows will have the opportunity to participate in training in areas such as:

• Donor cultivation and event planning

• Candidate research, tracking and support

• New Media efforts within a non-profit atmosphere (blog, Facebook, Twitter and more)

• Political database basics and non-profit infrastructure

To Apply: Please complete the online form and submit a resume, a list of references and the WCF Fellowship Essay. In your essay, please describe your interest in WCF and women's issues and describe a project that you would like to focus on during your fellowship. http://www.wcfonline.org/FellowshipApp

2010 Summer Fellowship program – Application deadline is April 15th, 2010

2010 Fall Fellowship program – Application deadline is August 31st, 2010

All interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis as we receive applications. Early applications are highly encouraged.

Qualifications: Applicants should have excellent research, writing, and communications skills as well as the ability to work independently and in a small group setting. Applicants must have excellent computer skills. A strong interest in progressive women’s issues and increased representation of women in political office is critical.

Location and Compensation: Fellows will work at the WCF office in Washington D.C. Fellows will receive $1000 total through the course of the program. Additional funds are potentially available for full-time fellows.

WCF, founded in 1974, is the only non-partisan political venture capitalist organization supporting women leaders at all levels of office, during the earliest stages of their public life. By focusing on the woman, not only the race, WCF provides women candidates the personalized care and tools they need throughout their political careers. WCF is dedicated to advancing the political participation and leadership of women who support reproductive health choices for all. We are building a national network of women voters, donors, and activists to ensure women’s voices are heard. Through our affiliated political action committee, WCF PAC, we provide candidate endorsements early, when the need for support is greatest. Our sister organization, WCF Foundation, produces original research relevant to women in politics to help women build the skills and infrastructure they need to become more effective leaders in public life.


1) Online Application: http://www.wcfonline.org/FellowshipApp

2) Resume

3) List of References

4) Fellowship Essay




Sebastian Dawiskiba
Development Coordinator
Women's Campaign Forum
1900 L Street NW, Suite 500
Washington, DC 20036
T: (202) 393-8164, ext. 17

DAY CARE CENTER SUPERVISOR (PART-TIME)

Center Supervisor – Middle School After-School Activities Program (MS ASAP)


Duties:
- Maintain safety & accountability policies & procedures

- Support & Supervise four staff

- Conduct weekly staff meetings

- Attend monthly supervisor meetings

- Developing & implement fun, innovative and appropriate programming for grades 5-7 (including children with special needs)

- Work with parents to meet the needs of the families

- Schedule staff

- Evaluate staff twice per year

- Serve as an on-site liaison between ASAP & Mary Ellen Henderson Middle School

- Must meet VA State Licensing qualifications (22 VAC 15-30-230)
 
Application:
http://www.fccps.org/hr/applications/app_support.pdf
 
For More Information:
http://www.fccps.org/hr/careercenter/11/index.php?option=com_jumi&fileid=3&Itemid=78
 

Friday, December 11, 2009

GRASSROOTS PROGRAM COORDINATOR

Grassroots Park, Trail & Program Coordinator


CONTACT:
Washington Parks & People
Josephine Butler Parks Center
2437 15th St., NW
Washington, DC, 20009
202-GO-2-PARK (202-462-7275)
fax 202-234-3342

http://www.washingtonparks.net/


Washington Parks and People is looking for an experienced grassroots organizer to manage a new program working with communities, volunteers and agencies to: (1) develop, promote and lead a grassroots campaign to promote the use of Marvin Gaye Park, the trail and the Heart and Soul program and their utility in creating a healthy community (2) help create, train, and equip a volunteer Bike Trail Patrol and develop projects, special events and programs in and around the trail and (2) coordinate and assist the day to day operations and promotion of the Heart and Soul park based health and activity program.

The grassroots campaign will engage the surrounding Watts Branch Community, ANCs, schools, business and community leaders with the purpose to inform and advocate for the integration of the park and trail as a means for building a healthy community.

The bike trail patrol will help monitor, maintain and protect the Marvin Gaye Park trail and its users. The multi-modal WPP volunteer trail patrol will regularly assess and help maintain the trail and promote safety and environmental stewardship.

Heart & Soul focuses on improving the health of the Watts Branch community through programs that link parks, green space, physical activity and health to the surrounding environmental conditions of the neighborhood.

This position is a full time staff position with Washington Parks and People, will require some evenings and most Saturdays ( 9-3pm ).

The Community Trail and Program Coordinator focuses attention on the multiple benefits of conservation/ recreation corridors including natural resource protection, health programming, community improvement, tourism, the promotion of and connection between community health, the trail and park, through programming in and around the park and trail.

The Community Trail and Program Coordinator will report directly to the Assistant Director for Health in Parks. Specifically, the Community Trail and Program Coordinator will:

* Recruit, train, equip and manage a volunteer Trail Patrol to help monitor, maintain and protect the trail and users

* Advocate for and encourage the use of the trail through community organizing, media and community briefings and a series of public events including fun runs, walks and bike rides

* Conduct a series of leadership trainings, workshops and programs that foster collaborative partnerships with schools, youth groups, police and others to make better use of the trail

* Engage current and recruit new partner organizations to assist with programs, especially those that engage youth

* Equip and staff a simple bike repair and air hose station along the trail based at the Riverside center

* Serve as community liaison to assist WPP staff with the design and development of Trail Map, kiosks and informational signage

* Develop new and lead existing health programs in and around Marvin Gaye Park

* Collaborate with assistant director to integrate existing and new park health programming with trail programs

* Support assistant director with park-based health program advocacy and trainings

* Maintain appropriate paperwork and records to assistant director with final grant and other related technical reports

* Perform other administrative duties as needed including mailing, event planning, database entry, etc.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in environmentalism, health education, leisure studies, or related field or an acceptable alternative education, at least 2 years experience in community organizing and bike trail or health and fitness program planning. The Community Trail and Program Coordinator must possess strong written and interpersonal communication skills, as well as, knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Important to the position is knowledge and experience in trail planning and development, grant proposal writing, local and regional natural resources, organizing and collaborating with volunteers and advocates.

Thursday, December 10, 2009

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT - COMPUTER PACKAGES INC.

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Computer Packages Inc., a privately owned international company and leader in Intellectual Property Management for over 40 years, is seeking an Administrative Assistant for the main office in Maryland near Rockville Metro. College degree preferred. Excellent benefits.

Resume only to:

CPijobs@computerpackages.com

Wednesday, December 9, 2009

STEAMFITTERS LOCAL 602 APPRENTICESHIP

APPLICATION FOR APPRENTICESHIP


STEAMFITTERS LOCAL 602 JAC

ALL INTERESTED!

INTERESTED IN A JOB IN AN EXCITING CAREER in:
- HEATING

- AIR CONDITIONING

- REFRIGERATION

- PROCESS PIPING

- CONSTRUCTION & SERVICE FIELD

APPLICATIONS MAY BE MADE IN PERSON AT EITHER LOCATION

U.A. MECHANICAL TRADES SCHOOL
8509 ARDWICK-ARDMORE ROAD
LANDOVER, MARYLAND 20785
301-341-1555

or

7552 ACCOTINK PARK ROAD
SPRINGFIELD, VIRGINIA 22150

APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED AT BOTH LOCATIONS on the FOLLOWING DATES from 8am to 11am only

MONDAY, JANUARY 4, 2010

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 6, 2010

FRIDAY JANUARY 8, 2010

MONDAY JANUARY 11, 2010

WEDNESDAY JANUARY 13, 2010

FRIDAY JANUARY 15, 2010


REQUIREMENTS:

- MINIMUM AGE of 18 BY AUGUST 15th, 2010

- HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA EARNED by JUNE 30, 2010 or GED CERTIFICATE by JANUARY 31, 2010

- PRESENTATION of the FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS IS REQUIRED at TIME of APPLICATION:

1. HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA (or LETTER STATING that YOU WILL GRADUATE in JUNE of YEAR in WHICH YOU are APPLYING)

2. OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT of HIGH SCHOOL GRADES (in SEALED ENVELOPE from school)

3. GED CERTIFICATE and GRADE SCORES (AMERICAN COUNCIL ON EDUCATION ACCREDITED ONLY)

4. SOCIAL SECURITY CARD

5. BIRTH CERTIFICATE

6. PHOTO IDENTIFICATION (DRIVERS LICENSE PREFERRED)

7. DD 214 (if VETERAN)

- ALL APPLICANTS are REQUIRED to TAKE the FOLLOWING TESTS:

1. A MATH TEST, GIVEN by the JATC, MUST be PASSED with a 70.00% in ORDER to be CONSIDERED for an INTERVIEW. THE SAMPLE MATH TESTS are AVAILABLE BY CONTACTING THE APPRENTICE OFFICE.

2. DRUG TEST (MUST be PASSED if ACCEPTED INTO THE PROGRAM and RANDOMLY GIVEN THEREAFTER).

THE APPRENTICESHIP COMMITTEE SELECTS STUDENTS OF ANY RACE, COLOR, SEX, NATIONAL OR ETHNIC ORIGIN TO ALL RIGHTS, PRIVILEGES, PROGRAMS, AND ACTIVITIES GENERALLY ACCORDED OR MADE AVAILABLE TO STUDENTS IN THE SCHOOL.


THOSE INTERESTED IN HELPER’S JOBS MAY CONTACT THE STEAMFITTERS LOCAL 602 UNION HALL AT 301-333-2356.

Tuesday, December 8, 2009

DATA ANALYST/ENTRY IN OAKTON, VA

Employee is responsible for reviewing, tracking, issuing and updating orders to ensure contractual intervals are measured and met. Employee is responsible for accepting service request and entering the orders into GIOM-Networx, EFMS-PM, and Legacy USRP systems for complex data and voice service, This includes tracking the post-sale service activities for complex voice and data services, and managing notices for the 44 services under the Networx contract.


This employee currently processes a minimum of 10 orders per day or 210 orders per month averaging 2,520 revenue bearing orders per year.

Job Description:

The SDPM serves as a single point of contact reviewing, issuing and managing the ordering of complex voice and data network services to ensure they are correctly implemented, tracked and progressing through to service delivery. In addition they are responsible for submitting the contractual notices for the 44 Networx services complex and non complex orders to meet contractual requirements.

Skills:
1)Excel Intermediate Required

2)Data EntryEntry Level Required

3)AccessEntry Level Desired

4)Typing (WPM) 45Entry Level Desired

5)Communication SkillsEntry Level Required


Contact:

Sachin Dass

sachin.dass@acsicorp.com

Thursday, December 3, 2009

SENIOR EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT - NRECA

Requirements:

· Associate’s Degree (or 18 months of equivalent technical training and experience) required. Bachelor’s Degree preferred.


· Eight to ten years administrative experience with six (6) years at the executive level preferred.

· High proficiency in Microsoft Suite – WORD, Outlook, Excel, Access, and Power Point to prepare presentations and other knowledge of software programs required.

· Excellent writing, proofreading, and oral communication skills required.

· Superb interpersonal, organizational and customer service skills are a must.

· Must be a self-starter, operate effectively under pressure and handle several tasks simultaneously without supervision.

· Ability to use tact and diplomacy in the handling of sensitive and confidential information is extremely important.

· A good working knowledge of the I&FS Department's benefit programs and services is required in order to fulfill job requirements.

To apply please go to NRECA's website below:


NRECA

Wednesday, December 2, 2009

AMTRAK - LEAD SERVICE ATTENDANT

*In order to be considered for this position you must post your resume online at http://www.dcnetworks.org/ see job order number 68730 to apply.



Lead Service Attendant

Starting Salary: $17.30 Per Hour

· Must be at least 21 years old

· Able to travel and work a variety of hours

· Pass Background and Drug Test

· Strong Customer Service Background

· Must posses 3 years Cash Handling/Retail Experience

· Ability to lift 50 lbs




Carlton E. Morrison
Account Executive
Business Services Group
DC Department of Employment Services
609 H Street, N.E. 5th Floor
Washington, D.C. 20002
http://www.dcnetworks.org/

STATE DEPARTMENT SUMMER CLERICAL POSITION

The U.S. Department of State is now accepting applications for the 2010 Summer Clerical Program. Please click here, or on the Gateway to State button above, to start the online application process. Please note that the deadline to submit completed applications is January 4, 2010.


Get acquainted with the challenges and opportunities at the U.S. Department of State through our Summer Clerical Program. Why do we offer this program? The reasons are twofold. First, it allows us to get you interested in a career with us. It also helps us to relieve staffing shortage when our employees are away on summer vacation. It's a win-win situation for everyone. We get the summer staffing we need. You get work experience and earn money to help with continuing your education. There's also something else that comes along with the job: the feeling of satisfaction when you know you're doing something really worthwhile for your nation.

Office support duties include but are not limited to: answering telephones and other receptionist-related duties; filing and maintaining office files; typing and/or using a computer terminal to perform various office functions including initial entry of drafted materials using a variety of computer software packages; reviewing outgoing correspondence for correct format, grammar, punctuation and typographical errors; and photocopying and assembling reports and briefings for distribution.

It's our policy to provide an open, systematic and equitable assignment process that assures that positions are filled with the best-qualified individuals. New-hire applicants for the Summer Clerical Program are appointed on a competitive basis according to Office of Personnel Management guidelines. Selections are based on job-related criteria in line with merit principles.

Eligibility requirements

To qualify for a Summer Clerical position, you must be:

* a U.S. citizen, age 16 or older at time of appointment

* be enrolled or accepted for enrollment as a degree (diploma, certificate, etc.,) seeking student

* taking at least half-time academic/vocational/or technical course load in an accredited high school, technical or vocational school, 2-year or 4 year college or university, graduate or professional school

* able to complete a background investigation to determine eligibility for a security clearance

Positions at the GS-1, GS-2, GS-3 & GS-4 levels also have varying minimum requirements for school and/or work experience.

Tuesday, December 1, 2009

UPDATE ON THE WAKE FOREST MBA PROGRAM

On November 3rd, 2009 I posted an opportunity for a free MBA program at Wake Forest University:

http://employmentmondays.blogspot.com/2009/11/wake-forest-free-mba-program.html

This message is from Derrick Boone from Wake Forest:

Thank you for your interest in the graduate business programs at the Wake Forest University Schools of Business. Most likely your inquiry is the result of an email I sent out In February 2009 encouraging students to apply for our Master of Arts (MA) in Management and Corporate Fellowship programs. Unfortunately, recipients changed, deleted, and added information before forwarding my email and as a result the information you received may not have been accurate. Correct information on our programs is provided below as well as on our website.


Applications for admission and scholarships to be awarded in 2010 are now being accepted. Please see below for a brief overview of all our programs and scholarship opportunities.

The MA in Management is a 10-month program for applicants who graduated on or after May 1, 2009 from an accredited college or university and have less than 12 months of post-graduate work experience. Applicants must have majored in liberal arts, sciences or engineering; business or business-related majors are not eligible. Corporate fellowships and other scholarships are available; however, applications must be completed by the March 1, 2010 scholarship deadline for consideration. For more information on the MA program visit http://business.wfu.edu/ma and for more information on the Corporate Fellowship award visit http://business.wfu.edu/mafellowships 

The Full-time MBA is a two-year program for applicants who graduated from an accredited college or university and have a minimum of two years of post-graduate professional work experience. All majors are eligible. For more information visit: http://business.wfu.edu/default.aspx?id=43

We also offer a Part-time MBA program on evenings and Saturday for working professionals. For more information visit: http://business.wfu.edu/default.aspx?id=389

The Master of Science in Accountancy (MSA) program is a 12 to 18 month program for applicants who graduated from an accredited college or university. All majors are eligible and there is no minimum or maximum post-graduate work requirement. For more information visit: http://business.wfu.edu/default.aspx?id=1231 

The Summer Management Program (SMP) is a five-week business “boot camp” for rising juniors and seniors currently attending accredited colleges or universities. Recent (after December 2009) graduates are also eligible. Business and business-related majors are not eligible. This is an 8-credit course. For more information visit: http://business.wfu.edu/default.aspx?id=1184

Various scholarships are available for all of the programs listed above. For more information on application criteria, visit http://business.wfu.edu/apply and for more details on scholarship opportunities, visit http://business.wfu.edu/scholarships

For additional information about the Wake Forest University Schools of Business, visit our website at http://business.wfu.edu/; email admissions@mba.wfu.edu or call 1.866.925.3622.