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THE UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT CHAPEL HILL
Master of Public Administration Program
JOB NOTIFICATIONS
January 5 - 9, 2015
In this week’s edition:
Local Government:
• Assistant City Manager, City of Albemarle, NC
• Budget Operations Manager, Wake County, NC
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City Manager, City of Reidsville, NC
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City Planner, City of Mount Airy, NC
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Director of Administrative Services and Human Resources, Western Piedmont Council of
Governments, Hickory, NC
• Finance Director, City of Oxford, NC
• Finance Director, Town of Granite Quarry, NC
• Human Resources Manager, Polk County, NC
• Manager of Office of Sustainability, City of Raleigh, NC
• Marketing & Business Development Manager, City of Fayetteville, NC
• Principal Planner, Town of Huntersville, NC
• Transportation Director, Craven County, New Bern, NC
• Administrative Services Manager, City of Riverside, CA
State Government:
• Assistant Human Resources Director, NC Department of State Treasurer, Raleigh, NC
• Budget Manager, NC Department of Environment & Natural Resource, Raleigh, NC
• Business Officer, NC Department of Health and Human Services, regional, NC
• Director of Educator Preparation, NC Department of Public Instruction, Raleigh, NC
• Field Auditor, NC Department of Revenue, Raleigh, NC
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Field Training Supervisor, NC Department of Public Safety, Raleigh, NC
Financial Analyst, NC Department of Health and Human Services, Raleigh, NC
Organization Design and Talent Resource Analyst, NC Department of Health and Human
Services, Raleigh, NC
Public Health Program Administrator I, NC Department of Health and Human Services,
Raleigh, NC
Federal Government:
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Account Executive, Assistant Secretary for Housing-Federal Housing Commissioner,
Department of Housing and Urban Development, Detroit, MI
• Accountant, Office of the Chief Financial Officer, Department of Housing and Urban
Development, Washington, D.C.
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Auditor, Office of Inspector General, Department of Housing and Urban Development,
Pittsburgh, PA
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Budget Analyst, International Trade Administration, Department of Commerce, Washington,
D.C.
• Education Research Analyst, Institute of Education Sciences, Department of Education,
Washington, D.C.
• Information Management Officer, U.S. Army Reserve Command, Department of the Army,
Fort Jackson, SC
• Institutional Review Specialist, Federal Student Aid, Department of Education, Kansas City,
MO
• Management Analyst, Minority Business Development Agency, Department of Commerce,
Washington, D.C.
• Management and Program Analyst, Federal Student Aid, Department of Education,
Washington, D.C.
• Public Affairs Specialist, Assistant Secretary for Public Affairs, Department of Housing and
Urban Development, Washington, D.C.
• Regional Public Housing Director, Assistant Secretary for Public and Indian Housing,
Department of Housing and Urban Development, multiple locations
• Regulatory Project Manager, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Department of the Army,
multiple locations
• Senior Project Manager, Government National Mortgage Association (Ginnie Mae),
Department of Housing and Urban Development, Washington, D.C.
• Supervisory Human Resources Specialist, Bureau of the Census, Department of Commerce,
Jeffersonville, IN
• Visual Information Specialist, Defense Media Activity, Department of Defense, Fort Meade,
MD
Nonprofit Sector:
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Chief Operating Officer, Kanuga, Henderson, NC
Controller, Girl Scouts - North Carolina Coastal Pines, Raleigh, NC
Controller, Historic Rural Hill, Charlotte, NC
Controller, NC Community Foundation, Raleigh, NC
Director of Operations, Community Home Trust, Carrboro, NC
Executive Director, JDRF (juvenile diabetes), Triangle area, NC
Founding Program Director of Data and Policy Analysis, The Center for International
Understanding, Chapel Hill, NC
Regional Director, Watauga Riverkeeper, MountainTrue, Asheville, NC
Private Sector
Senior Research Associate, Human Services, IMPAQ International, Columbia, MD
LOCAL GOVERNMENT
JOB TITLE
Assistant City Manager, City of Albemarle, NC
Salary
Closing date
$75,046 – 111,394
February 6, 2015
Responsibilities/Qualifications
Job Summary
Performs complex and difficult professional level management,
leadership, budget, research, capital project management, special
projects, and administrative functions for the City; acts in the
absence of the City Manager.
Qualifications
• A master’s degree in public administration, business or related
area and considerable experience in public sector management;
or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must reside within the City limits of Albemarle or be willing to
relocate to same.
• Must have excellent written and oral communications skills,
and must have ability to deal courteously and effectively with
fellow employees and citizens.
How to apply: Except for interested City employees, all inquiries
for the above position must be made to the N.C. Employment
Security Commission, 2215 US 52 North, Albemarle, NC 28001.
Presently employed City personnel may apply directly to the City
Director of Human Resources.
JOB TITLE
Budget Operations Manager, Wake County, NC
Requisition ID
Salary
Closing date
2109BR
$64,750 – 110,250
January 23, 2015
Responsibilities/Qualifications
Job Summary
Wake County Budget and Management Services is pleased to
advertise this new Budget Operations Manager position within our
office. The Budget Operations Manager will assist the Budget and
Management Services Director with the development,
implementation, and management of the County’s operating
budgets, manage and leverage the Performance Budgeting system,
and assist with special projects and analyses. Budget and
Management Services seeks motivated and talented professionals
to join its team. Wake County is consistently rated as one of the
best places to live and work in America. The County offers a
comprehensive benefit package as well as other programs,
resources, policies and practices that integrate work/life strategies.
Duties & Responsibilities
• Leads the development and presentation of the County’s
operating budgets.
• Coordinates and collaborates with the development of the
capital budgets.
• Generates, evaluates and reconciles reports to ensure data
integrity and accuracy for successful and accurate budget
development.
• Provides County Manager and Budget Director with input and
analysis needed to develop balanced operating and capital
budgets.
• Responsible for the day-to-day management of the enterprisewide operating budget, coordinating with operating and capital
analysts.
• Leads budget monitoring processes to ensure that funds are
used in accordance with established goals, guidelines, and
strategies and budget integrity is maintained.
• Assists Director to ensure Board agenda items adhere to budget
policies.
• Administers and leverages the PB (Performance Budgeting)
system; leads and coordinates system enhancements, upgrades,
and troubleshooting.
• Evaluates business processes for automation solutions to
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optimize efficiency.
Works with Budget Office and other departments to determine
impact of proposed Wake County technology projects on
financial systems.
Manages a small portfolio of operating department
assignments; evaluates funding and program requests, develops
necessary alternatives and collaborates with department staff
towards a solution.
Assists departments in achieving stated goals and objectives by
providing programmatic counsel and analytical support in the
areas of fiscal responsibility and best management practices.
Seeks innovative and creative solutions to short and long-term
budget issues.
Directs, manages and presents special analytical and
management projects (such as, policy development, financial
forecasting, program evaluation, etc.)
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Public Administration or related
field and 5 years of experience in budgeting, management or
policy analysis; or equivalent. A valid driver's license and a safe
driving record required.
Preferred:
• Masters in Public Administration.
• Strong project planning, organizational and time-management
skills.
• Ability, aptitude and interest in use of technology, notably ERP
systems, to manage work.
• Ability to manipulate large quantities of data, identify patterns,
and develop expertise of the Financial, Budgeting and Human
Resources ERP system, as well as other systems.
How to apply: Apply online.
JOB TITLE
City Manager, City of Reidsville, NC
Salary
Closing date
$113,500 – 128,000
January 19, 2015
Responsibilities/Qualifications
Job Summary
The City Manager is responsible for implementing the policies of
the City Council, directs business and administrative procedures,
and appoints departmental officers. In addition to an abundance of
water resources, this full-service municipality employs 196 fulltime workers and has a FY 2015 budget of $22.8M. The City
Manager is supported by two assistant managers, the City Clerk,
and 10 staff departments: Community Development, Finance, Fire,
Police, Human Resources, Business Development, Marketing,
Information Technology, Parks and Recreation, and Public
Works. Additional information about the City of Reidsville may be
viewed at:http://www.ci.reidsville.nc.us/.
The Successful Candidate is:
• a proponent of open and transparent government by proactively
seeking opportunities to communicate in multiple forums and
encourage citizen participation and input;
• committed to the development of a diverse group of City
employees and has a proven track record of enhancing
diversity in the workplace;
• adept at building bridges and knitting relationships among
multiple diverse stakeholders and skilled at diplomatically
engaging with individual citizens, community groups, City
Council members, employees, business leaders, regional, state
and federal authorities in order to leverage City opportunities
and mitigate challenges;
• supportive of redevelopment initiatives for housing as well as
business and would encourage innovative businesses and
startups;
• collaborative with longstanding partners such as the Chamber
of Commerce, NAACP, Reidsville Downtown Corporation,
area local governments, Rockingham County Schools,
Rockingham Community College, public transportation, small
businesses, and the community wellness initiative;
• talented at brokering relationships for economic development
including new and redevelopment opportunities and has a track
record of successful economic development ventures;
• committed to keeping the Mayor and City Council members
informed on pending and/or emerging issues, and working to
reach consensus on priorities for action;
• a creative thinker in assessing ways to increase revenue and
manage expenses while keeping tax rates competitive;
• a compassionate leader, able to effectively recruit, retain,
manage, develop and engage talented staff to deliver excellent
customer service to both external and internal customers;
• an excellent communicator, both verbally and in writing, and
possesses well-developed interpersonal skills and abilities;
• accountable and holds high expectations of self and others
while also being an effective and respected leader;
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a skilled financial manager and budget developer;
technologically savvy and willing to address a variety of
technological challenges facing the City and,
active and visible in the community through volunteerism and
attendance at public events and accessible by the members of
the public.
Qualifications
The successful candidate will have a minimum of a bachelor’s
degree and at least 7 years of increasingly responsible professional
experience in local government management. Experience must be
at the local government (town/city/county) department head level
(assistant manager or manager preferred). An MPA or MBA
degree is preferred. Must have a proven track record in effective
intergovernmental relations, personal community engagement,
leading cohesive and strategic change, visionary leadership, and
being adept in developing action plans to meet community goals.
How to apply: All applications must be fully completed and
submitted online at:
https://www.developmentalassociates.com/client-openings/clientpositions/. Click on the position City Manager - Reidsville, NC
and follow the instructions to apply. Application closing date is
January 19, 2015 at 5:00 PM Eastern. Application screening will
begin on January 9, 2015. Semi-finalists will be invited to
participate in an assessment center in Reidsville on March 5-6,
2015. All inquiries should be e-mailed to Thomas M. Moss, Senior
Consultant for Developmental Associates, LLC at
tmmoss@developmentalassociates.com.
JOB TITLE
City Planner, City of Mount Airy, NC
Closing date
January 15, 2015
Responsibilities/Qualifications
Job Summary
Benchmark Planning is seeking qualified candidates for the
position of City Planner with the City of Mount Airy, NC. This
position will provide ongoing planning, zoning and subdivision
administration services for the City of Mount Airy. The City
Planner is also responsible for performing and supervising
specialized research and administrative work related to the
implementation and use of the GIS system within the Department;
preparing and presenting technical data and reports to various
Boards and Commissions, and performing various departmental
administrative functions.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in planning, public administration, or a related
field, and a minimum of three years of experience in the planning
field.
How to apply: Application review will begin January 15, 2015.
Submit resume and a letter of interest with salary history and
requirements to:careers@benchmarkplanning.com.
JOB TITLE
Director of Administrative Services and Human
Resources, Western Piedmont Council of Governments,
Hickory, NC
Closing date
February 14, 2015
Responsibilities/Qualifications
Job Summary
The Director is responsible for administrative and human resources
functions within the WPCOG and supervises three full-time
employees. The Director manages: a budget of $2,065,000, human
resources functions for the WPCOG, two administrative staff and
the communications specialist, assigned special projects,
administrative services for the Board and Executive Director, and
pay plan studies and executive searches for local governments.
Qualifications
The successful candidate must be well organized, excellent in
building and maintaining relationships and an advocate for
WPCOG services to local governments. The ideal candidate will
be a motivated self-starter, who continually seeks to improve and
expand services. Any combination of education and experience
equivalent to graduation with a bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree
a plus) in public administration, business administration or a
related field with 3 to 5 years’ experience within the field
preferred.
How to apply: The WPCOG participates in the N.C. Local
Government Retirement System. Please submit a cover letter,
resume, references, and WPCOG application to Executive Director
Anthony Starr, at WPCOG, P.O. Box 9026, Hickory, NC 28603 no
later than February 14th, 2015. Emailing application materials is
acceptable. Final candidates will be subject to an interview process
with the selection committee.
JOB TITLE
Finance Director, City of Oxford, NC
Closing date
February 15, 2015
Responsibilities/Qualifications
Job Summary
Responsibilities include complex administrative work in planning,
organizing, and directing all dimensions of municipal accounting.
The City currently has a nine million dollar general fund and a six
million dollar water fund. Experience with municipal budgets over
five million dollars is preferred. Extensive supervisory skills and
experience are required to manage a staff of six, full-time,
department employees. The position also involves supervision of
the budget, accounting, utility billing and collections (3,500+ water
and sewer customers), general revenue collections, risk
management, and payroll operations.
See job posting for full announcement.
Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited four year college or university with
a degree in accounting or business, preferably supplemented with a
master's degree in business or public administration and
considerable experience in public finance administration including
some supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of
education and experience. Preference given to those with a CPA.
How to apply: Please submit a cover letter, resume, and City of
Oxford application to City of Oxford PO Box 1307 Oxford, NC
27565 or email to justin@oxfordnc.org or jobs@oxfordnc.org.
The position will be open until filled and the first review of
applications will be on February 15, 2015. Should you have
questions, please phone HR Director, Justin Ayscue, at 919-6031115.
JOB TITLE
Finance Director, Town of Granite Quarry, NC (parttime)
Closing date
January 27, 2015
Responsibilities/Qualifications
Job Summary
The Town of Granite Quarry, pop. 2,999, is a great community and
an innovative organization seeking a passionate person to assume
the role of part-time finance director. The right candidate will
assist in guiding our financial policies and practices and to play an
integral role in the Town’s future. If you have a background in
finance or accounting and a desire to serve the public then we
strongly encourage you to apply. As the part-time finance director
you will help plan, organize and direct all aspects of the Town’s
financial activities. Responsibilities include: accounts payable,
accounts receivable, general ledger reconciliation, bank
reconciliation, verification and processing of requisitions and
invoices, payroll, audit support, and policy recommendation.
Qualifications
Our ideal candidate must exercise considerable independent
judgment and initiative in fiscal control and demonstrate a high
level of experience with NC General Statutes. Experience in
accounting, municipal operations, finances, grant administration
highly preferred. Familiarity with Southern Software/CitiPak
financial and billing software is a plus. Work is performed in
accordance with established municipal finance procedures, local
ordinances, and NC General Statutes governing local government
financial operations. This position is scheduled for approximately
20 hours per week including a combination of office and flex
time.
How to apply: Applications can be picked up at the Town Hall at
143 North Salisbury Avenue, Granite Quarry, NC; downloaded
from www.ganitequarrync.gov; requested by email from Barbie
Blackwell Town Clerk/Human Resource Director at
bblackwell@granitequarrync.gov; or by calling (704) 279-5596 to
request an application by mail. Applicants should submit
application, resume, and cover letter to: Barbie Blackwell, Town
Clerk/Human Resource Director, Town of Granite Quarry, PO Box
351, Granite Quarry, NC 28072 or by email at
bblackwell@granitequarrync.gov. Applications, resumes, and
cover letters should be submitted no later than 5:00 PM on January
27, 2015 for first review; but will be accepted until the position is
filled.
JOB TITLE
Human Resources Manager, Polk County, NC
Salary
$41,856 – 68,587
Responsibilities/Qualifications
Job Summary
Polk County local government is seeking to hire a Human
Resources professional to plan, organize, and manage the County's
Human Resources. This person will be highly involved in
planning, developing, and directing comprehensive Human
Resources Programs including position classification,
compensation, recruitment, employee selection, training, benefits
administration, employee relations, policies and procedures,
performance appraisal system, employee orientation, and health
insurance. Work is performed under the general supervision of the
County Manager.
Qualifications
Education and experience requirements are a Master’s Degree
from an accredited college or university in Human Resources,
Public Administration, Business Administration, or related human
services field and three years of human resources or related work
experience including supervisory, or managerial work; or
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in
Human Resources, Public Administration, Business
Administration, or related human services field and five years of
human resources or related work experience including one year of
supervisory, or managerial work; or equivalent training and
experience demonstrating knowledge and abilities.
How to apply: A complete job description is available on the
county website at www.polknc.org.
JOB TITLE
Manager of Office of Sustainability, City of Raleigh, NC
Job number
Salary
Closing date
2014-00494
$60,144 – 106,839
January 30, 2015
Responsibilities/Qualifications
Job Summary
Initiates and manages all activities of the Office of Sustainability
and the City’s Sustainability /Resiliency agenda in accordance with
the City Council’s mission, strategic plan, policies, and goals and
objectives; advises the City Manager’s Office, Mayor and Council,
City departments, and Boards and Commissions on strategies and
policy direction to improve the City’s comprehensive sustainability
and resiliency performance and visibility in the three policy arenas
of environmental protection, economic strength and social equity,
both internally and community-wide.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree, Master’s Degree preferred, in public
administration, sustainability, environmental sciences, energy,
sociology, engineering, or related field.
Seven years progressively responsible roles in local governmental
program/project development and management to include
sustainability programs and direct operational services, including
at least 3 years of supervisory or lead experience with professional
staff. Candidates must also demonstrate successful innovation
approaches, financial management experience and the ability to
develop and implement policies.
Experience working with both elected councils and appointed
boards/commissions and in complex governmental organizations is
preferred.
How to apply: Apply online.
JOB TITLE
Marketing & Business Development Manager, City of
Fayetteville, NC
Salary
Closing date
$56,931 – 73,198
January 16, 2015
Responsibilities/Qualifications
Job Summary
The City of Fayetteville is seeking a Marketing & Business
Development Manager to manage, plan and coordinate the
activities of Marketing & Business Development based on City
Council’s Strategic Goals for economic and business development
programs for the City of Fayetteville. Work collaboratively within
the City and closely with community partners to implement
Council adopted plans and policies that expand the tax base and
encourage commercial and retail development within the City.
Actively participate in regional development and business
community activities for the purposes of marketing the City’s
redevelopment tools and resources. Provide highly responsible
assistance to the Economic & Business Development Director.
Qualifications
Any combination of experience and training that would likely
provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A
typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience: Four years increasingly responsible experience in the
field of economic development or a related field. Training:
Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or
university with major course work in marketing, business
administration, urban planning, economics, public administration,
or a related field. A Master’s degree is preferred.
How to apply: To apply or for more information, please visit the
City’s Employment Opportunities
website:http://agency.governmentjobs.com/fayetteville.
JOB TITLE
Principal Planner, Town of Huntersville, NC
Salary
$55,830 – 89,132
Responsibilities/Qualifications
Job Summary
The Town of Huntersville is accepting applications for a Principal
Planner to prepare and manage strategic transportation planning
and land use projects. Some projects will involve consultant
support. The Town emphasizes the integration of transportation
and land use, and quality design. The position requires extensive
knowledge of land and transportation planning principles and
proven skills in group facilitation, public outreach, research, and
written and oral communication. Position will represent the Town
in various regional planning activities.
Qualifications
Superior organizational skills are a must. GIS experience is
desired. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in City/Regional or
Transportation Planning or closely related field, plus six (6) or
more years of professional planning experience or equivalent
combination of education and experience. Master’s degree
preferred.
How to apply: All applicants must submit a resume and a Town of
Huntersville application to the contact person listed below. The
application can be found at
http://www.huntersville.org/TownGovernment/Employment.aspx.
Contact Person: Jack Simoneau, Planning Director, Town of
Huntersville, Post Office Box 664, 105 Gilead Road, Third Floor,
Huntersville, North Carolina 28070, Contact Phone: 704-766-2215
(Michelle Haines, Admin/Legal Assistant).
JOB TITLE
Transportation Director, Craven County, New Bern, NC
Salary
$54,261 – 56,866
Responsibilities/Qualifications
Job Summary
Supervise all office and operating affairs of the split rural/urban
transit system to ensure a smooth operation. Establish and
maintain Driver’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Program. Prepare bid
specification for outside vendors and make recommendations to
management and the Board of County Commissioners. Prepare
and administer grant applications and monitoring expenses in order
to meet requirements. Analyze, develop and implement
procedures to maximize service and passenger needs. Prepare
annual budgets and identify funding and revenue sources. Collect
and account for County match funds through advertisement sales
box collections. Preparation and timely submission of required
State and Federal reports and invoices for funding sources.
Qualifications
Any combination of education & experience equivalent to a
bachelor’s degree & a minimum of 2 years experience in
management, planning, or a related field. A four-year degree from
a College or University in Business Admin, Public Admin or
Regional Planning preferred. Knowledge of administration, design
& functions of a rural/urban public transportation & human service
transportation system. Knowledge of safe/effective motor vehicle
maintenance procedures. Demonstrated ability to
supervise/manage personnel & program activities. Ability to
write/interpret report, to work independently with general
supervision and to deal tactfully and courteously with the general
public.
How to apply: Download the North Carolina State Application
(PD107) Main Page and Continuation Page online from
http://www.oshr.nc.gov/jobs/general.htm. Submit application,
resume, reference sheet and cover letter to: Amber M. Parker,
Human Resources Director, 406 Craven Street, New Bern, NC
28560. Resumes will not be accepted unless accompanied by a
completed application. Craven County Department contact for
questions is Gene Hodges (252) 636-6600. See complete job
posting at www.cravencountync.gov under What's New,
Employment Opportunities.
JOB TITLE
Administrative Services Manager, City of Riverside, CA
Position ID
Salary
21706179
$37.51 – 57.81 / hourly
Responsibilities/Qualifications
Job Summary
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Assist the department director in establishing and
implementing organizational policies and procedures for
department operations; monitor effectiveness of policies and
procedures and make revisions or recommendations for
improvement as appropriate.
• Direct and coordinate the fiscal and analytical operations of the
department, which may include, but are not limited to, the
functions of budgeting, fiscal control, accounting, purchasing,
personnel, grant preparation and analysis, contract
administration, capital improvements and computer operations.
• Conduct or direct complex studies pertaining to a variety of
administrative and operational problems; determines actions
appropriate for improvements; advise department director on
findings and methods of effective solution; prepare written
reports and make presentations to various City groups and
officials.
• Prepare or supervise the preparation of the departmental
budget; review, analyze, and compile budgets of various
programs or divisions; explain needs and provide justifications
for items; review and decide on expenditure requests and
budget variances.
• Oversee the departmental computer operations; assist in the
identification and recommendation of computer software and
hardware needs, acquisition/installation, application design and
implementation, and computer operation and maintenance.
• Prepare or supervise the preparation of and review grant
proposals for various programs and projects of the department;
interface with governmental agencies regarding requirements
for obtaining funds and monitoring procedures; present
proposals to various boards and commissions in order to gain
approval for programs and projects.
• Manage and direct personnel actions; define and resolve
complex work problems; establish work standards and
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operational objectives in assigned area of responsibility.
Coordinate all audits related to departmental or program
operation and services; explain procedures to auditors and
serves as reference for questions.
Review, interpret, and analyze new and proposed legislation;
determine effect of legislation on operations and programs of
the organization served; advise superiors of findings; take
appropriate action in order to ensure compliance with existing
rules and regulations; propose legislation on own initiative or
upon request.
Provide technical administrative support to City or
departmental management, committees, or other personnel as
assigned.
Participate in the selection of professional, para-professional,
technical, and clerical personnel; establish work standards;
supervise, train, and evaluate personnel.
Meet with other City departments, agencies, and committees,
community groups and public officials to coordinate and
implement various projects and programs.
May represent the Department Head in administrative services
matters in the Department Head's absence.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
The equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or
university with major work in public or business administration or a
closely related field. At least five years of professional administrative
experience. A master's degree may substitute for one year of the required
experience.
A Master's Degree in public or business administration or a closely related
field and five years of municipal experience are highly desired.
How to apply: http://www.riversideca.gov/jobs.
STATE GOVERNMENT
JOB TITLE
Assistant Human Resources Director, NC Department of
State Treasurer, Raleigh, NC
Position ID
Salary
Closing date
60009010
$42,667 – 62,870
January 27, 2015
Responsibilities/Qualifications
Job Summary
The primary purposes of this position is to plan, coordinate, and
deliver human resources services for the Department of State
Treasurer. This position monitors Federal and State laws and
regulations related to human resources, proposes policy changes as
needed, interprets and ensures adherence to policies. This position
is responsible for assisting the HR Director with the rollout,
development and implementation of the new Statewide
classification/compensation and performance management
programs to the Department. The Assistant Director will also be
responsible for providing ongoing support and management of the
integrated talent management program for the Department. This
position is also responsible for coordination and processing of all
HR transactions with the other staff in the HR Office.
This position provides HR generalist services to the Financial
Operations and Information Technology divisions and supervises
the work of two other HR Generalists. This position works directly
with managers to develop recruitment strategies and ensure
competency alignment with talent gaps. Assists with the
management of the annual employee engagement survey
and delivery of engagement results. Assists in the development of
identifying key metrics and measurables for the HR team. Reviews
job classifications based on standard job analysis techniques and
assists the HR Director in organizational development and
design. Manages employee relation issues including the discipline
and grievance process. Supervises all HR functional areas and
ensures the transactional integrity including, but not limited to,
measuring turnaround time for deliverables and service level
agreements with the divisions to ensure HR is supporting their
needs as a Core Service partner. This position is also responsible
for policy and procedure development and partnering with the HR
Director for policy development and compliance.
This position will assist in providing professional consultation in
HR best practices to managers and the Department. It is imperative
that this position have a broad knowledge of HR best practices and
be able to interpret HR policies and procedures at a State and
Federal level. This position must be able to articulate the
relationship between such policies and the division’s needs. This
position will be responsible for serving as a consultant on all HR
functions including: legal compliance, recruitment and selection,
EEO considerations, policy administration and organizational
design. This position will develop, implement, and recommend
new approaches to improve records and HR information
management within the Department including suggestions for
changes to transactional workflows and processes to help create
efficiencies. The ideal candidate will establish and maintain a
productive, collaborative, and professional working relationship
with other division directors, managers and supervisors within the
Department and work to help strengthen the relationship of the
Department with our partner State agencies by playing an active
role on task forces and teams as opportunities arise. This staff
member will be responsible for the maintenance and management
of the HRIS system and the transactional accuracy of the functions
for the work unit (creation of positions, recruitment, hiring,
termination, salary adjustments, reclassifications, leave of
absences, etc).
They will help foster positive employee relations and employee
morale for the Department; supervise the coordination of daily
work activities; organize, and assign work; monitor the status of
work in progress and inspect completed work; consult with
assigned staff, assist with complex/problem situations, and provide
technical expertise. The Assistant Director will fill in for HR
Director in the absence of the HR Director and must have the
ability to independently prioritize tasks with excellent follow up
skills.
Qualifications
Graduation from a four year college or university and two years
and six months of experience in personnel administration in a
technical or administrative capacity involving the development of
proposed policies and procedures, and the application and
interpretation of policies and procedures in at least one of the
program areas assigned to the position; or an equivalent
combination of training and experience.
How to apply: Apply online.
JOB TITLE
Budget Manager, NC Department of Environment &
Natural Resource, Raleigh, NC
Position ID
Salary
Closing date
60036029
$55,142 – 109,061
January 14, 2015
Responsibilities/Qualifications
Job Summary
This position is managerial exempt and serves as the Budget
Director for the Department of Environment and Natural
Resources and reports to the Department's Chief Financial
Officer. The position provides leadership to the Budget Section
and serves as one of the highest technical experts in the
Department in the preparation, development and administration of
the Department's budget. The Budget Director must have an
understanding of a variety of programs in the Department and the
ability to build effective working relationships with the
Department heads and government officials. The Budget Director
provides program direction, consultancy, problem resolution,
technical assistance and training to all staff in the budget and
strategic planning areas. This position participates in planning
strategies to meet long-range goals and
objectives. Responsibilities include preparation of continuation
and expansion budgets, repair and renovation and capital budgets,
annual certification and monitoring of the budget, and all
monthly/annual closeout activities. Employee is also responsible
for coordination of Program Budgeting activities. This position
must have the ability to interpret and apply complex state and
federal regulations. Individual will also coordinate reports and
responses to the Office of State Budget and Management, Fiscal
Research, and DENR Senior Management.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, finance or other
discipline related to the area of assignment and three years of
progressive related experience, one of which must have been
supervisory in nature; or equivalent combination of training and
experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately
accredited institutions.
How to apply: Apply online.
JOB TITLE
Business Officer, NC Department of Health and Human
Services, regional, NC
Position ID
Salary
Closing date
60040933
$38,748 – 56,064
January 13, 2015
Responsibilities/Qualifications
Job Summary
The position will be home based and applicant must live within the
territory. The Territory will include the following North Carolina
counties: Mecklenburg, Gaston, Lincoln, Catawba, Iredell,
Cleveland, Burke, Rutherford, McDowell, Yancey, Mitchell,
Madison, Buncombe, Henderson, Polk, Transylvania, Haywood,
Jackson, Macon, Swain, Graham, Clay, Cherokee. The employee
must live in one of these counties.
This position will perform on site reviews of institutions
participating on the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP)
and sponsors participating on the Summer Food Services Program
(SFSP) to ensure compliance with regulations and policies. This
position is responsible for interpreting and applying the federal
regulations as it relates to compliance in civil rights, income
eligibility and enrollment documentation, meal counts, financial
records, and menu review. This position must determine corrective
actions to program violations, follow up on program violations,
and provide technical assistance in non-compliant areas. This
position may also investigate complaints and fraudulent activities
by institution and/or sponsors. This position will conduct
application approvals and budget reviews for institutions and
sponsors participating on the CACFP and the SFSP. This position
will travel 75% of work schedule.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in business administration, public
administration, or related business area; or equivalent combination
of training and experience. All degrees must be received from
appropriately accredited institutions. Optional guidelines:
*contributing: bachelor's degree in business administration, public
administration, or related business area; or associate's degree and
two years of administrative, business, or financial management
experience. *journey: bachelor's degree in business administration,
public administration, or related business area and two years of
administrative management or business management experience.
*advanced: bachelor's degree in business administration, public
administration, or related business area and three years of
administrative management or business management experience.
How to apply: Apply online.
JOB TITLE
Director of Educator Preparation, NC Department of
Public Instruction, Raleigh, NC
Position ID
Salary
60094670
$59,969 – 99,446
Closing date
January 12, 2015
Responsibilities/Qualifications
Job Summary
The primary purpose of the position is to provide services to North
Carolina institutions of higher education that offer programs
leading to licensure as teachers, instructional support personnel,
and administrators in the public schools of North Carolina. The
position is administratively housed within the Deputy State
Superintendent’s Office, Educator Effectiveness Division, and
reports to the EE Division Director.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in Education and
four years progressively responsible experience in public
education. The position also requires knowledge of higher
education in both public and private institutions in North Carolina,
knowledge of the public school system, and demonstrated
successful teaching and/or administrative experience in one or both
of these settings. The ideal candidate will also have demonstrated
awareness of current trends and influences in education and the
ability to anticipate and plan strategies to implement legislative
and State Board of Education policies, procedures, and mandates.
Management strongly prefers a doctoral degree in an education
area with experience in both K-12 and higher education. Online
learning experience and module development are also preferred.
How to apply: Apply online.
JOB TITLE
Field Auditor, NC Department of Revenue, Raleigh, NC
Position ID
Salary
Closing date
60081964
$37,012 – 101,331
January 14, 2015
Responsibilities/Qualifications
Job Summary
The primary purpose of this position is to perform examinations of
taxpayer’s tax returns and records to ensure compliance with the
North Carolina Revenue Laws by auditing taxpayer’s books and
records to determine the level of compliance for cigarette and other
tobacco products tax returns as well as other state tax returns
including Individual Income, Corporate Income & Franchise, Sales
& Use, Withholding and other tax returns. The audit work
performed on cigarette distributors and other tobacco product
wholesalers provides assurance that North Carolina is diligently
enforcing the Master Settlement Agreement (MSA). The
examination of taxpayers’ returns and records are normally
performed outside of the Raleigh office and will require extensive
travel including overnight stays.
Qualifications
Minimum requirements include a Bachelor's degree in accounting
or discipline related to the program area, with a minimum of
eighteen (18) credit hours of accounting coursework and two years
and six months of experience in auditing; or equivalent
combination of training and experience. All degrees must be
received from appropriately accredited institutions. Management
prefers candidates with three years experience in auditing.
How to apply: Apply online.
JOB TITLE
Field Training Supervisor, NC Department of Public
Safety, Raleigh, NC
Position ID
Salary
Closing date
60084530
$39,632 – 43,995
January 15, 2015
Responsibilities/Qualifications
Job Summary
The purpose of this position is to develop, plan, coordinate and
supervise all field and staff training conducted through the North
Carolina Division of Emergency Management. The primary
purpose of this position is to supervise several Extension
Education Specialists and the management of the web-based
Training Exercise Records Management System. Program
Management duties include, organizing and directing work,
personnel work plans, program development, periodic reviews of
established programs, interpreting and implementing Federal grant
guidelines, and financial management. If activated for an
emergency, this position must be able to work extended hours for
extended periods of time.
Qualifications
Graduation from a four-year college or university and two years of
specialized emergency management planning, research, analysis,
community services or emergency services experience; or an
equivalent combination of training and experience. Minimum
training and experience for trainee appointment - Graduation
from a four-year college or university; or an equivalent
combination of training and experience. Degrees must be received
from appropriately accredited universities.
How to apply: Apply online.
JOB TITLE
Financial Analyst, NC Department of Health and Human
Services, Raleigh, NC
Position ID
Salary
Closing date
60042725
$55,000 – 70,000
January 16, 2015
Responsibilities/Qualifications
Job Summary
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
(DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state,
and has approximately 18,000 employees. It is responsible for
ensuring the health, safety and well being of all North Carolinians,
providing human service needs for special populations including
individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled and
mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic
independence.
The Division of Medical Assistance (DMA) manages health care
services for the most vulnerable North Carolina residents. With a
budget of nearly $14 billion, DMA serves 1.8 million low-income
parents, children, seniors, and people with disabilities through the
NC Medicaid and NC Health Choice for Children programs.
Position Summary
The Financial Analyst will support the Finance Section of DMA
with primary responsibility for providing support to the financial
planning and analysis functions. This will include fiscal
management, financial projections, reporting and analysis.
Job Specific Responsibilities
• Analyze and present on historical expenditures and revenue
receipts as they relate to enrollment trends
• Prepare complex monthly variance analyses
• Prepare and monitor forecast projections
• Determine and analyze federal funding receipts and state
funding requirements
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Generate reports concerning historical financial trends and
future financial expectations for a portfolio of programs within
DMA
Complete monthly, quarterly and annual reporting packages
Support responses to ad-hoc financial reporting requests from
stakeholders within and outside of DMA
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in accounting, banking, finance, business
administration, economics, or related discipline; or equivalent
combination of training and experience. All degrees must be
received from appropriately accredited institutions. If there are no
qualified applicants at the posted competency level, management
may consider applicants at a lower competency level.
How to apply: Apply online.
JOB TITLE
Organization Design and Talent Resource Analyst, NC
Department of Health and Human Services, Raleigh, NC
Position ID
Salary
Closing date
60037990
$43,347 – 52,000
January 27, 2015
Responsibilities/Qualifications
Job Summary
This position will provide organization development and
recruitment services to DHHS management and employees across
the state by offering creative, effective and timely programs and
methods for staffing and organizational change. In addition this
position provides support for key leadership recruitments, and
'hard to fill' positions. This position supports management with
Reductions in Force analysis and strategy as well as provides
management and Human Resources professional training in the
area of job analysis and organization design.
Qualifications
Graduation from a four year college or university and two years
and six months experience in personnel administration in a
technical or administrative capacity involving the development of
proposed policies and procedures, and the application and
interpretation of policies and procedures in at least one of the
program areas assigned to the position; or an equivalent
combination of training and experience. If the position is a
specialist in a personnel functional area see job specification for
the experience required. If the position is a specialist in a personnel
functional area, the following experience is required: Position
Management - Two years and six months of experience in the field
of job evaluation or organizational analysis involving researching
and evaluating information, and formulating decisions based on
information gathered; or, work of a similar analytical nature
Employee Relations - Two years and six months of experience in
the application and interpretation of employment laws and policies
as they relate to employee/employer issues; or work in a directly
related field. Equal Employment/Affirmative Action - Two years
and six months of experience in the application and interpretation
of EEO/AA laws and policies, and the development of EEO/AA
plans including responsibility for reporting, summarizing and
analyzing EEO/AA information; or work in a directly related field.
Recruitment/ Salary Administration/ Policy - Two years and six
months of experience in the application and interpretation of
recruitment, salary administration, and/or employment policies,
standards, and guidelines; or work in a directly related field.
How to apply: Apply online.
JOB TITLE
Public Health Program Administrator I, NC Department
of Health and Human Services, Raleigh, NC
Position ID
Salary
Closing date
60041577
$48,195 – 68,406
January 23, 2015
Responsibilities/Qualifications
Job Summary
The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner (OCME) is a branch in
the Epidemiology Section of the Division of Public Health within
DHHS. The position provides independent consultation and
oversight of medical examiner operations by interpreting
legislation and administrative code and implementing operational
guidelines as they apply to death investigations at the county and
regional level;
• advises state and local vital records offices on medical
examiner death certificates;
• ensures staff communicate with county finance offices on
payments for medical examiner services;
• ensures staff respond to inquiries from family members, law
enforcement officials, attorneys, the media Department and
Division representatives, and other public and private agencies;
• is involved in independently providing consultation to and
directing other management staff in the development of
operational priorities.
Employee directs and monitors execution of programmatic
objectives and training needs of the OCME
Qualifications
Master's degree in public health administration and two years
administrative experience in a health-related program; master's
degree in public administration or business administration and
three years administrative experience in a health-related program;
graduation from a four-year college/university and four years
experience in a health-related program; or an equivalent
combination of education and experience. (Master's degree is to be
obtained in the two-year health administration program; an
individual who obtains the master's degree in the one-year program
must have had three years administrative experience in a healthrelated program.
How to apply: Apply online.
FEDERAL GOVERNMENT
JOB TITLE
Account Executive, Assistant Secretary for HousingFederal Housing Commissioner, Department of Housing
and Urban Development, Detroit, MI
Series and grade
Salary
Closing date
GS-1101-12
$76,298 – 99,193
January 20, 2015
Responsibilities/Qualifications
Job Summary
Duties:
• Understand and evaluate new developments in the market place
that could have a potential impact on the business and search
for opportunities to enhance business practices to adapt to
market changes.
• Provide recommendations to management on adjusting the
business strategy to adapt to changing market conditions.
Provide HUD staff, lenders and other stakeholders with
excellent customer service.
• Ensure that all policies and procedures are properly observed,
all transactions are conducted with authorized personnel, all
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records and contracts are complete and up to date, and all
customer position limits/risk tolerances are observed.
Participate in team discussions, assist in the preparation of
technical reports for management, represent the Office in
discussions with key stakeholders, and provide lender
profiles/summaries on an ‘as needed’ basis.
Assists less experienced members of the team.
Responsible for providing recommendations to the Branch
Chief for all loan level and deal level credit decision making.
Qualifications: See job posting.
How to apply: Apply online.
JOB TITLE
Accountant, Office of the Chief Financial Officer,
Department of Housing and Urban Development,
Washington, D.C.
Series and grade
Salary
Closing date
GS-0510-09
$52,668 – 68,465
January 19, 2015
Responsibilities/Qualifications
Job Summary
The following are the duties of this position at the GS-11. If you
are selected at a lower grade level, you will have the opportunity to
learn to perform all these duties, and will receive training to help
you grow in this position.
• Prepare procedural instructions for the development or
implementation of automated accounting systems.
• Assist management in applying financial data and
recommending alternatives to resolve difficult
• Devise accounting structures and procedures to satisfy
regulatory or legislative changes.
• Review, analyze and validate domestic and or foreign business
industry financial and statistical data.
Qualifications: See job posting.
How to apply: Apply online.
JOB TITLE
Auditor, Office of Inspector General, Department of
Housing and Urban Development, Pittsburgh, PA
Series and grade
Salary
Closing date
GS-0511-07/09
$39,937 – 63,503
January 20, 2015
Responsibilities/Qualifications
Job Summary
The following are the duties of this position at the GS-13 level. If
you are selected at a lower grade level, you will have the
opportunity to learn to perform all these duties, and will receive
training to help you grow in this position.
• Plans, directs, and executes audits of diverse activities that are
nationwide in scope and/or that require the development and
application of new approaches for the evaluation of programs
or operations.
• Reviews legislation, reports, financial analyses and statements,
and other background information and holds discussions with
program personnel in order to become familiar with program
requirements and operations; determines any potential
problems; develops required connections to offices,
organizations, and program personnel; and identifies
preliminary scope and course of audit activities.
• Develops the audit plan, conducts and directs audits; develops
and/or modifies methods to ensure thorough and accurate data
is collected.
• Reviews team or individual findings and identifies issues
covering such areas as administrative and program controls,
program procedures, allocation and expenditure of funds,
potential fraud and/or waste, adherence to legislation,
agreements, contracts, and other program requirements.
• Develops an audit report explaining program differences and
recommending improvements to program operations where it is
typical that differing points of view are strongly held.
Qualifications
Degree: accounting and/or auditing; or a degree in a related field
such as business administration, finance, or public administration
that included or was supplemented by 24 semester hours or
equivalent in accounting and/or auditing. The 24 hours may
include up to 6 hours of credit in business law. (The term
'accounting' means 'accounting and/or auditing' in this standard.
Similarly, 'accountant' should be interpreted, generally, as
'accountant and/or auditor.')
OR
Combination of education and experience--at least 4 years of
experience in accounting and/or auditing, or an equivalent
combination of accounting and/or auditing experience, collegelevel education, and training that provided professional accounting
and/or auditing knowledge. The applicant's background must also
include one of the following:
1. Twenty-four semester hours or equivalent in accounting or
auditing courses of appropriate type and quality. This can include
up to 6 hours of business law;
2. A certificate as Certified Public Accountant or a Certified
Internal Auditor, obtained through written examination; or
3. Completion of the requirements for a degree that included
substantial course work in accounting or auditing, e.g., 15 semester
hours or equivalent, but that does not fully satisfy the 24-semesterhour requirement of paragraph A, provided that (a) the applicant
has successfully worked at the full-performance level in
accounting, auditing, or related field, e.g., valuation engineering or
financial institution examining; (b) a panel of at least two higherlevel professional accountants and/or auditors has determined that
the applicant has demonstrated a good knowledge of accounting
and/or auditing and of related and underlying fields that equals in
breadth, depth, currency, and level of advancement that which is
normally associated with successful completion of the 4-year
course of study described in paragraph (A); and (c) except for
literal nonconformance to the requirement of 24 semester hours in
accounting, the applicant's education, training, and experience
fully meet the specified requirements.
How to apply: Apply online.
JOB TITLE
Budget Analyst, International Trade Administration,
Department of Commerce, Washington, D.C.
Series and grade
Salary
Closing date
GS-0560-11
$63,722 – 82,840
January 15, 2015
Responsibilities/Qualifications
Job Summary
The individual selected for this position will:
• Perform a variety of administrative and analytical duties
connected with the review, justification, and presentation of the
budget for a bureau or major component(s) of a bureau;
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Review, analyze, and apply existing and proposed legislation,
internal and ITA policies, and OMB circulars and bulletins;
Provide expert advice and recommendations for budgetary
actions;
Formulate budget estimates for multi-year programs;
Assist in justification of budget requests before Global Markets
and ITA staff;
Provide liaison between Human Capital staff, regional units,
and the Global Markets Office of Budget; and
Develop cost-benefit analysis of proposed budgetary and
program actions and advise business unit officials and program
managers of most advantageous courses of action.
Qualifications: See job posting
How to apply: Apply online.
JOB TITLE
Education Research Analyst, Institute of Education
Sciences, Department of Education, Washington, D.C.
Series and grade
Salary
Closing date
GS-1730-13
$89,924 – 116,901
January 22, 2015
Responsibilities/Qualifications
Job Summary
The incumbent is an expert in the specialized area of
postsecondary education (sub-baccalaureate and baccalaureate)
and in the specialized area of researcher-practitioner partnerships
(joint efforts by researchers and state and local education agencies
to implement and adapt education reforms). The incumbent plans,
develops, and conducts educational research activities within the
assigned areas and advises other Center personnel regarding issues
within the assigned areas.
Provides technical leadership, assistance and authoritative advice
to officials of the department, Federal and State agencies,
educational institutions, and private and research organizations.
Identifies program deficiencies as well as new developments and
stimulates change along particular lines. Ensures that the research
findings reach those who can make use of them.
Formulates program policies for research initiatives by developing
and coordinating policy statements. Develops plans for
strengthening and improving the research programs in assigned
areas.
Manages research projects conducted largely through competitive
grants and provides technical assistance on researcher-practitioner
partnerships to other Center staff managing grants that include
such activities.
Qualifications
A. Degree that included or was supplemented by at least 24
semester hours of coursework in a field related to the work of the
position to be filled (as presented in the description of duties), of
which at least one course was in research methods and at least two
courses were in statistics. OR
B. Combination of education and experience - (including at least
24 semester hours in a field related to the work of the position to
be filled, including at least one course in research methods and two
courses in statistics, plus appropriate experience or additional
education). The experience must have demonstrated (1) a thorough
knowledge of the principles underlying the work of this series, and
(2) understanding, both theoretical and practical, of the methods
and techniques applied in performing work in this series.
GS-13
52 weeks of specialized experience that equipped the applicant
with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform
successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or
related to the work of the position to be filled. To be creditable,
specialized experience must have been equivalent to the GS-12
level in the Federal government. (Examples of such experience
include: knowledge of the research on postsecondary education
(sub-baccalaureate and baccalaureate) including such issues as
increasing student preparation for postsecondary education,
improving student access to postsecondary information and student
choice of postsecondary institution, increasing student access to
and completion of postsecondary education, federal financial aid to
students, state financial aid to postsecondary institutions, and labor
market returns to postsecondary education.)
How to apply: Apply online.
JOB TITLE
Information Management Officer, U.S. Army Reserve
Command, Department of the Army, Fort Jackson, SC
Series and grade
Salary
Closing date
GS-0301-13
$83,468 – 108,507
January 16, 2015
Responsibilities/Qualifications
Job Summary
Duties:
• Determining information management and technology needs.
• Monitoring operations on all information technology
equipment and systems.
• Assigning and evaluating work of others.
• Monitoring technology trends.
• Serving as a technical advisor.
• Providing training to system users.
Qualifications
See job posting.
How to apply: Apply online.
JOB TITLE
Institutional Review Specialist, Federal Student Aid,
Department of Education, Kansas City, MO
Series and grade
Salary
Closing date
GS-1101-09/11
$47,923 – 75,376
January 20, 2015
Responsibilities/Qualifications
Job Summary
The incumbent assesses administration of the Title IV programs to
determine if Federal funds are adequately safeguard and used only
for the purposes specified in applicable Federal regulations.
Analyzes fiscal records and drawdown methodologies to ensure
Federal money is awarded correctly and requested only as needed.
Justifies, supports, and provides findings of non-compliance to
college presidents, comptrollers, bursars, business managers,
financial aid directors, and registrars. Evaluates conditions during
the program reviews for gross mismanagement and pervasive noncompliance with Federal regulations that may jeopardize Title IV
funds. Justifies and supports referrals for full-scope audits by the
Office of the Inspector General (OIG) when, in the incumbent’s
judgment, there are indications of fraud or misuse of Federal funds.
Reviews and resolves audits of postsecondary educational
institutions’ and servicers’ administration of student financial
assistance programs, including the technical analysis of audit
reports and resolution of audit findings.
Qualifications: See job posting.
How to apply: Apply online.
JOB TITLE
Management Analyst, Minority Business Development
Agency, Department of Commerce, Washington, D.C.
Series and grade
Salary
Closing date
GS-0343-12/13
$76,378 – 118,069
January 15, 2015
Responsibilities/Qualifications
Job Summary
Incumbent develops and evaluates procedures and systems for
assessing the efficiency, effectiveness and responsiveness of
operating procedures and makes recommendations for
administrative, programmatic, and management enhancements and
refinements. Develops, reviews, and evaluates Agency
performance measurements. Develops, refines, and monitors
automated Performance Reporting System for programmatic and
administrative functions. Develops and conducts a comprehensive,
on-going evaluation process to asses and improve the effectiveness
of Agency programs and related activities. Develops, analyzes, and
evaluates new or modified program/management policies,
regulations, goals, or objectives. Makes personal contacts with
high-level officials in the performance of responsibilities. Directs
and develops, as a team member, plans for project teams or other
groups in accomplishing/producing projects and studies.
Qualifications
Grade 12
Experience
You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the
grade 11 level. Specialized experience is work experience
developing and evaluating procedures and systems for assessing
the efficiency, effectiveness and responsiveness of operating
procedures and recommendations for administrative,
programmatic, and management enhancements and refinements,
developing, reviewing and evaluating agency performance
measurements developed, analyzed and/or evaluated new or
modified program/management policies, regulations goals and
objectives.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including
volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g.,
Peace Corps, AmericCorps) and other organizations (e.g.,
professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community,
student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies,
knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and
experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will
receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer
experience.
Education cannot be substituted for experience at this grade level.
Grade 13:
Experience
You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the
grade 12 level. Specialized experience is work experience
developing and evaluating procedures and systems for assessing
the efficiency, effectiveness and responsiveness of operating
procedures and recommendations for administrative,
programmatic, and management enhancements and refinements,
developing, reviewing and evaluating agency performance
measurements, developed, analyzed, and/or evaluated new or
modified program/management policies, regulations goals, or
objectives. Directing and developing plans for project teams or
other groups in accomplishing/producing projects and studies,
experience with project management, evaluation of economic
trends.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including
volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g.,
Peace Corps, AmericCorps) and other organizations (e.g.,
professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community,
student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies,
knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and
experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will
receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer
experience.
Education cannot be substituted for experience at this grade level.
How to apply: Apply online.
JOB TITLE
Management and Program Analyst, Federal Student Aid,
Department of Education, Washington, D.C.
Series and grade
Salary
Closing date
GS-0343-12
$75,621 – 98,305
January 16, 2015
Responsibilities/Qualifications
Job Summary
Duties:
• Analyzes and evaluates on a quantitative/qualitative basis the
effectiveness of program policy and operations in meeting
established goals and objectives.
• Evaluates and advises on organization structures, methods and
procedures.
• Analyzes, defines, and implements requirements for schools in
the development of default prevention plans and overall default
prevention activities that support the Federal Student Aid
programs.
• Analyzes, and interprets program requirements and guidance
for operational processes that support the Direct Loan Program
and default prevention and management.
• Analyzes complex and sensitive program and operational data;
and processes workable solutions and tools to assist FSA and
schools in default prevention management, and to make other
necessary operational changes.
• Works with, and provides technical assistance to ED
management staff, contractors, school officials and
organizations to resolve problems, as well as to plan, test,
and/or develop new initiatives or products to meet the needs of
the financial aid community.
Qualifications
See job posting.
How to apply: Apply online.
JOB TITLE
Public Affairs Specialist, Assistant Secretary for Public
Affairs, Department of Housing and Urban Development,
Washington, D.C.
Series and grade
Salary
Closing date
GS-1035-13
$90,823 – 118,069
January 21, 2015
Responsibilities/Qualifications
Job Summary
As a Public Affairs Specialist you will:
• Provide assistance and consultation to senior officials within
program areas and maintain liaison with the other service in the
Office of Public Affairs for the purpose of developing longterm strategic social media plans for outreach.
• Ensure that departmental objectives and the Secretary's
decision concerning high visibility and controversial issues are
presented in an accurate understandable manner.
• Establish and maintain effective liaisons with news media
representatives and serves as a central point for receipt of
public inquires received via social media.
• Develop and disseminates information concerning activities of
the Departmental through HUD's social media accounts.
• Manage all aspects of major media social and digital projects
with little or no supervision.
Qualifications
You must have one year of specialized experience at a level of
difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in
the Federal service. Experience for this position includes
experience in using social media to convey complex topics related
to domestic policy, with a focus on housing and urban
development. Experience should include also include blog
software Facebook, Twitter, Flickr, YouTube and Instagram.
The experience may have been gained in either the public or
private sector. One year of experience refers to full-time work;
part-time work is considered on a prorated basis. The education
generally must be from an accredited (or pre-accredited) college or
university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Foreign education must be evaluated by a credentialing agency.
How to apply: Apply online.
JOB TITLE
Regional Public Housing Director, Assistant Secretary
for Public and Indian Housing, Department of Housing
and Urban Development, multiple locations
Series and grade
Salary
ZA-0301-02
$42,048 – 73,632
Closing date
January 13, 2015
Responsibilities/Qualifications
Job Summary
Provides administrative support services to the Earth System
Research Laboratory, Physical Sciences Division Director, Deputy
Director, Administrative Officer, and their staff inthe management
of administrative and financial operations. See job posting for
more information.
Qualifications: See job posting.
How to apply: Apply online.
JOB TITLE
Regulatory Project Manager, U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers, Department of the Army, multiple locations
Series and grade
Salary
Closing date
Multiple, see job posting
$31,628 – 66,008
January 14, 2015
Responsibilities/Qualifications
Job Summary
In a developmental capacity leading to the full performance GS-11
level, you will conduct the evaluation of applications for permits,
and the modification of permits, for activities or work in waters of
the United States. Evaluations may require most or all of the
following: (a) Providing advice to potential applicants/permittees
concerning regulatory requirements, including jurisdiction,
processing and evaluation, and the likelihood of project approval;
(b) determining appropriate type of authorization for proposed
projects, evaluating permit applications/proposed modifications
and supplemental materials for completeness and requesting
additional information as necessary for type of authorization
required; (c) preparation of detailed site evaluations to establish
base environmental conditions including delineation of wetlands,
characterization of the biological, physical, cultural and social
phenomena present at the project site and a determination of the
relative quality of waters of the United States; (d) coordination of
proposed projects/modifications with the applicant/permittee, their
agent, consultants, and/or attorneys, the general public, elected
officials such as Federal and State Congressional representatives,
and other governmental agencies, as appropriate; (e) analysis of the
full range of public interest review (PIR) factors outlined in 33
CFR 320.4 and any other factors which are revealed and bear on
the decision to issue, modify or deny permits and
recommendations as to whether public hearings should be
conducted for the purpose of acquiring information to be
considered in evaluating proposed actions; (f) preparation or
management of accurate and detailed documentation, e.g.,
environmental assessments (EAs) or Environmental Impact
Statements (EISs), PIR and Section 404(b)(1) Guidelines analysis,
correspondence and other types of documents as required; (g)
identification of alternatives which satisfy project goals and may
have a lesser adverse impact on PIR factors in accordance with the
requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA),
the Section 404(b)(1) Guidelines, and other related laws and
regulations; (h) recommendation of issuance or denial of
permits/modifications, or conditions for issuance, and
documentation of the weighing and balancing thought processes in
a Statement of Findings (SOF) leading to the recommended
decision; and (i) review of site specific restoration/mitigation
proposals using technical experience and judgment to determine
the feasibility of proposals. In addition, you will monitor
compliance with permits and conduct the investigation of
unauthorized work, developing and recommending resolution of
enforcement actions and assist with the development and
implementation of programmatic initiatives and requirements.
Qualifications: See job posting.
How to apply: Apply online.
JOB TITLE
Senior Project Manager, Government National Mortgage
Association (Ginnie Mae), Department of Housing and
Urban Development, Washington, D.C.
Series and grade
Salary
Closing date
GS-1101-14
$106,263 – 138,136
January 22, 2015
Responsibilities/Qualifications
Job Summary
As a, Senior Project Manager, you will: - Apply knowledge of best
practices in project management and foundational knowledge of
the mortgage industry, Mortgage Backed Securities or the
Mortgage servicing area within a mortgage lending institution as it
relates to Ginnie Mae projects. - Develop procurement
requirements and plans such as specifications, statements of work,
requests for proposals, and independent government contract
estimates in accordance with procurement regulations. - Evaluate
and document proposal assessments and provide feedback to
Government Technical Representative. - Interface with vendors,
staff and business users, technical resources, management, and
external teams to identify and resolve problems and negotiate
compelling outcomes.
Qualifications
Specialized experience: For the GS-14, you must have one year of
specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility
equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service.
Specialized experience for this position includes: Project
management for Ginnie Mae, Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, or a
project management role in a mortgage-backed securities
organization or within a servicing area of a mortgage lending
institution.
Experience may have been gained in either the public or private
sector. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-time
work is considered on a prorated basis. To ensure full credit for
your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by
month/date/year, and indicate number of hours worked per week
on your résumé.
How to apply: Apply online.
JOB TITLE
Supervisory Human Resources Specialist, Bureau of the
Census, Department of Commerce, Jeffersonville, IN
Series and grade
Salary
Closing date
GS-0201-12
$70,192 – 91,255
January 15, 2015
Responsibilities/Qualifications
Job Summary
As the EDBSS Chief, the individual selected for this position:
• Plans and supervises all activities of the Section;
• Is responsible for developing, administering, and evaluating
long-range issues for the oversight and evaluation of NPC’s
training and development program, Management Development
Program and Curriculum, Leadership Development Program,
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Mentoring Program, Federal employee retirement programs,
Federal employee benefit programs, incentive awards, payroll
administration and processing, performance management, and
incentive awards.
Serves as primary advisor to the Human Resources Officer,
top-level management officials, and NPC supervisors on all
matters related to the Section;
Identifies critical performance management, incentive awards,
payroll processing, benefits, and training and development
related issues; evaluates the extent of problems; and
recommends solutions to issues of an especially complex,
difficult, or sensitive nature;
Analyzes interrelated problems and issues that affect the longrange implementation and administration of the various
programs and their impact on the agency mission;
Implements and/or adapts Census and Department program
guidelines, policies, and procedures to meet the specialized
needs of NPC. Incumbent collaborates with NPC, headquarters
and Department managers on program changes to ensure
consideration is given to the impact on NPC.
Qualifications
Specialized Experience: You qualify at the GS-12 level if you
possess one year of specialized experience that equips you with the
skills needed to perform the job duties. This experience must have
been equivalent to at least the grade 11 level to meet the
qualification requirements in the Federal Service. Examples
include work experience providing technical advice, oversight or
guidance to employees and managers in the planning,
development, implementation, or evaluation of a benefits program
area. The successful applicant must show experience in one or
more of the following Human Resources Program Areas:
Performance Management, Incentive Awards, Retirement, Health
or Life Insurance, Payroll, or Worker's Compensation functions. In
addition, the applicant must demonstrate participation in the
formulation of human resources procedures, policies or
regulations.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including
volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g.,
Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations, (e.g.,
professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community,
student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies,
knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and
experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will
receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer
experience.
How to apply: Apply online.
JOB TITLE
Visual Information Specialist, Defense Media Activity,
Department of Defense, Fort Meade, MD
Series and grade
Salary
Closing date
GS-1084-11
$63,091 – 82,019
January 20, 2015
Responsibilities/Qualifications
Job Summary
As a Visual Information Specialist you will be responsible for the
following duties:
• Contribute to design, layout and online publishing of the online
magazine feature news and information to audiences
worldwide.
• Ensure magazine design supports strategic communication
objectives, and incorporates strategic messages to targeted
audiences at initial stage of development.
• Study articles to determine appropriate photography,
illustrations and other graphic elements necessary to tell the
stories visually.
• Research visual aspects of subject matter involved to ensure
accuracy and effectiveness of information.
• Coordinate print design production, ensuring factors such as
time, workload, budget limitations, materials and availability
are considered.
• Execute necessary processes using appropriate computer
applications and techniques to ensure project completion.
• Meet with clients to understand needs, objectives and
requirements.
• Recommend appropriate methods and techniques that can
enhance information production using related media products.
Qualifications: See job posting.
How to apply: Apply online.
NONPROFIT SECTOR
JOB TITLE
Chief Operating Officer, Kanuga, Henderson, NC
Responsibilities/Qualifications
Job Summary
Kanuga seeks a Chief Operating Officer, a seasoned, accomplished
manager and operations professional. S/he will enable Kanuga to
continue to make good on the promise of providing a sanctuary for
multiple generations of Episcopalians, multi-denominational guests
and conference attendees. Kanuga hosts more than 170 groups and
25,000 visitors annually.
The ideal candidate is a seasoned and experienced manager with an
established history of managing, coaching, leading and supporting
a talented and multi-divisional operational team, comfort in an
inside-facing organizational role and a passion for Kanuga’s
mission. Superlative interpersonal management, financial and
organizational planning skills and commitment to the continued
legacy and future success of Kanuga are essential. Knowledge of
facilities and/or similar conference environments and previous
interaction and experience with the Kanuga community is highly
valued. Reporting to the CEO, the COO will be a partner and
advisor to the CEO on all internal matters and capable of
representing the organization externally. S/he will work in
alignment and harmony with the CEO and will be responsible for
effectively managing Kanuga’s infrastructure, processes, human
and financial resources and capital projects. By combining
significant systems, organizational and project management
credibility and expertise with a passion for Kanuga’s mission, the
COO will help the organization function smoothly and optimally.
The organization has a budget of $8 million, a very diverse fulltime staff of 100 (which grows to 250 during the summer months)
anchored by a $9 million endowment – part of a total asset base of
$20 million.
How to apply: For potential consideration or to suggest a
prospect, please email Kanuga@BoardWalkConsulting.com
or call John Sparrow or Kelly Garrison at 404-262-7392.
JOB TITLE
Controller, Girl Scouts - North Carolina Coastal Pines,
Raleigh, NC
Responsibilities/Qualifications
Job Summary
Responsibilities:
• Management of the financial systems for the organization.
• Development of business processes and policies,
• Development of annual operating and capital budgets,
• Training staff and volunteers in financial applications
• Preparation of relevant financial analyses and reports for all
levels of the organization,
• Leadership and management of finance staff
Qualifications
• Bachelor degree,
• 5+ nonprofit accounting experience,
• CPA preferred,
• Excellent technical, written and oral communication skills.
• Supervisory experience is a must.
How to apply: Please send cover letter, resume, and salary
requirements to Chief Financial Officer, Girl Scouts – North
Carolina Coastal Pines, 6901 Pinecrest Road, Raleigh, NC 27613.
JOB TITLE
Controller, Historic Rural Hill, Charlotte, NC
Responsibilities/Qualifications
Job Summary
• Guides financial decisions by establishing, monitoring, and
enforcing policies and procedures.
• Prepare and mail Form 990, Certificate of Charitable
Soliciting, all W-2’s and 1099’s.
• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Maintain ticket tent and point of sale for all Rural Hill events.
o This includes hiring cashiers, programming cash
registers, and selling tickets as well as merchandise to
patrons in a timely and friendly manner.
• Manage cash receipts and online payment methods.
• Provide financial reports as requested by the Executive
Director and the Rural Hill Board of Directors.
• Reconcile all Rural Hill bank accounts .
• Monitor Rural Hill Credit Card expenses and ensure all bills
are current.
• File for sales tax refunds semi-annually.
• File with Mecklenburg County all funding requests.
• Prepare bank deposits and recommend advance and payments
on Rural Hill lines of credit.
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Responsible for staff payroll including full time, part time,
seasonal, and contract employees.
Qualifications
A bachelors degree in the field of accounting or finance. 3 years of
experience working in a similar or related position. An
understanding of non-profit financial reporting. Must be proficient
in QuickBooks.
How to apply: Cover letters and resumes can be submitted to Jeff
Fissel at jeff@ruralhill.net
JOB TITLE
Controller, NC Community Foundation, Raleigh, NC
Closing date
February 1, 2015
Responsibilities/Qualifications
Job Summary
The Controller works closely with and reports to the Foundation’s
Chief Financial Officer. This position will offer substantial
opportunities for professional growth and to provide input on
critical processes and procedures. The Controller will also work
cooperatively with other Foundation staff on accounting, reporting
and strategic initiatives critical to the success of the foundation.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
I. General Accounting
• Ownership of the general ledger and all systems and processes,
which affect it.
• Creating and maintaining appropriate and effective procedures,
assessing the need for and adequacy of internal controls,
ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, enforcing
Board- and management-adopted procedures, and for the
accuracy of all system- and manually-generated entries
concerning cash receipts, cash disbursements, accounts
payable/receivable, and fixed assets.
• Maintain and demonstrate a command of GAAP concepts and
pronouncements and apply them to all accounting procedures
and entries.
• Responsible for the preparation of IRS Form 990 and its
supporting schedules for the Foundation and any supporting
organizations.
• Responsible for preparation for and conduct of the
Foundation’s annual financial statement audit, including
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independent responsibility for preparing required schedules and
reconciliations and other required information disclosures. The
Controller will need to understand the full audit process and
will be expected to anticipate and maintain adequate records
throughout the year with the audit in mind. II. Financial
Reporting
Preparing certain information for the Foundation’s Finance
Committee, this may include quarterly financial statements,
budget versus actual operating report, dashboard, and others.
Maintaining knowledge of regulatory compliance issues for
maintenance of the Foundation’s tax-exempt status, including
an awareness of changes in requirements. III. Investments
Coordination
The Controller will work with the Director of Finance on the
administration of the Foundation’s investment accounts and
will be expected to maintain an understanding of the
Foundations investment strategies, policies and procedures.
Qualifications
• Commitment to the Foundation's goals and mission
• At least five to seven years of experience in accounting
• Not-for-profit experience – Highly Preferred
• CPA required
• Strong computer skills; Advanced/Expert Microsoft Excel
level and intermediate Microsoft Access is preferred.
• Undergraduate degree in accounting or related field, Masters in
Accounting preferred
• Excellent organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal skills, and ability to work cooperatively
with colleagues, supervisors, volunteers, grantees, and donors
• Creative thinking and problem solving skills
• Flexibility; able to adjust activities and priorities and take on
new responsibilities
• Ability to organize work to meet deadlines and to work and
think independently
How to apply: Email cover letter and resumé to
recruiter@nccommunityfoundation.org by February 1, 2015
JOB TITLE
Director of Operations, Community Home Trust,
Carrboro, NC
Salary
$60,000 – 70,000
Responsibilities/Qualifications
Job Summary
The Director Operations (DO) ensures the effective and efficient
operation of Community Home Trust through leadership and
management of the sales and property management functions. The
DO will be responsible for developing, mentoring, inspiring and
supporting staff while providing exceptional clarity of goals and
expectations. Developing a culture of teamwork and
accountability for all aspects of CHT operations and staff is
critical. In addition, workflow analysis and process improvement
will be an essential function of this position. Management
responsibilities:
• Collaborate with direct reports – Sales Manager (SM) and
Property Manager (PM) – to develop individual performance
plans to include SMART goals and action plans
• Ensure performance expectations are clearly understood
• Hold regular, scheduled one-on-one meetings with direct
reports to provide coaching, feedback and support while
tracking progress versus plan
• Coordinate staff efforts to ensure success of all organizational
endeavors
• In consultation with ED, write and deliver annual performance
evaluations for SM and PM
• Coach, train and support SM and PM in writing and delivering
performance evaluations for their direct reports
• Make recommendations to ED for annual salary adjustments
• Assist and support all staff as needed when other management
staff is unavailable
• Ensure that all services are consistently and professionally
provided
• Develop systems to track program data; obtain monthly reports
as needed and provide monthly reports to ED
• Analyze workflow and recommend/implement process
improvements as needed HR responsibilities: • Maintain
accurate performance-related employee records for all direct
reports
• Train, coach and support direct reports in the execution of their
performance management responsibilities
• Review overall staffing plan and job descriptions for each staff
position in Sales and Property Management; make
recommendations to ED for any needed revisions
• Ensure new employees are adequately trained and that
employees are updated about organizational changes and
practices
• Review and recommend revisions to Human Resources
policies as needed
Recommend needed staff-related budget changes, such as
salaries, benefits, training, etc.; assist in developing tools to
monitor expenditures
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree required, with a preference for a graduate
degree in a field such as urban planning or public
administration;
• Minimum of five years’ experience in employee supervision
and performance management, preferably with a nonprofit
organization;
• Strong writing, communication and analytical skills;
• Knowledge of real estate, property management and/or
construction, preferably in an affordable housing environment;
• Strong organizational skills with demonstrated ability to
prioritize, multi-task and meet established budget and
performance deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office required.
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How to apply: Please send cover letter indicating your interest and
qualifications to Robert Dowling at
rdowling@communityhometrust.org
JOB TITLE
Executive Director, JDRF (juvenile diabetes), Triangle
area, NC
Responsibilities/Qualifications
Job Summary
JDRF is the leading global organization funding type 1 diabetes
(T1D) research. JDRF’s goal is to progressively remove the
impact of T1D from people’s lives until we achieve a world
without T1D. The Executive Director is responsible for creating an
atmosphere for the volunteers and staff to succeed in meeting the
objectives of our mission. He or she will accomplish this through
leadership, management and growth of the chapter territory
including annual budget development, planning, implementation
and evaluation of all chapter operations and events in conjunction
with the chapter Board of Directors.
How to apply: If you’d like to join our team, please submit your
resume and cover letter with salary requirements to JDRF by
visiting www.jdrf.org/careers. Please do a keyword search for
IRC20189 to apply. No Phone Calls Please. Only those candidates
who meet our qualifications will be contacted. No staffing agencies
please.
JOB TITLE
Founding Program Director of Data and Policy Analysis,
The Center for International Understanding, Chapel Hill,
NC
Salary
up to $54,000
Responsibilities/Qualifications
Job Summary
The Center for International Understanding (CIU) located in the
Research Triangle Park (affiliated with the University of North
Carolina State System with a unique Non-Profit component) is
looking for a Founding Program Director of Data and Policy
Analysis. This new position will help drive the expansion of the
revolutionary Global North Carolina Heat Map, lead the
development of a national model for qualitative measurement of
human attitudinal change related to global perceptions, enable the
CIU to respond to multiple constituencies with relevant and
understandable data on program activities, and establish creative
and innovative methodologies for motivating potential donors
through the use of infographics. In front of us this year, is the
opportunity to lead the conversation across the state with all
sectors and regions to create the first ever Statewide Strategic Plan
for Global Engagement.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will of course have all the traditional
knowledge of data research principles, research methods and
analysis, the skills to learn and create web-based data tools, and
interpret and evaluate data sets. You will also have an
entrepreneurial mindset, be passionate about travel and other
cultures, have great interpersonal skills, and be comfortable talking
to teachers, CEO’s, state legislators and donors. You will work
closely with the executive team including the Executive Director,
Senior Program Director, Director of Communication, and the
Director of Development and Partner Engagement to evolve a
sustainable business model for the future of CIU.
How to apply: Expressions of interest and/or questions should be
directed to Dr. Rick Van Sant, Executive Director at
fbvansant@northcarolina.edu. The official job posting will open
in late January at http://uncgacareers.northcarolina.edu.
JOB TITLE
Regional Director, Watauga Riverkeeper, MountainTrue,
Asheville, NC
Closing date
January 31, 2015
Responsibilities/Qualifications
Job Summary
The Western North Carolina Alliance (WNCA) is seeking an
individual to serve as both Regional Director and Watauga
Riverkeeper in its high country regional office based in Boone,
NC. Regional offices serve the following functions in their
respective regions:
• To be a resource for the public on environmental issues
• To engage, organize, and lead citizens in work/advocacy on
local environmental issues and on state and federal issues that
are priorities for the organization
• To organize membership outreach events
• To build and maintain relationships with major donors The
Watauga Riverkeeper serves the following functions in its
watershed:
• To be a public advocate for the watershed with government
agencies, partner groups, the community, and the media,
including taking these stakeholders on the river as needed
and monitoring, investigating, documenting, and reporting
harmful activity
• To create programs and initiatives to improve the watershed
and to recruit and manage volunteers to support those programs
• To work in partnership with other NC Riverkeepers on
statewide initiatives and the Waterkeeper Alliance on national
campaigns that relate to the Watauga River watershed
• To actively seek funding to support Riverkeeper programs and
initiatives
Qualifications
The following are requirements for the Regional
Director/Riverkeeper:
• Significant experience with watershed science, stream ecology,
Clean Water Act enforcement, environmental policy, or other
relevant areas such as conservation, water access and
recreation, or environmental advocacy
• Experience in community organizing, membership
development, campaigns, or other position requiring
coordination of people
• Experience paddling and ability to safely take others on the
river
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Good decision-making, problem-solving and interpersonal
skills
• Teaching skills
• Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently
• Ability to work on many projects at once and maintain
attention to details
• Ability to work across political, social, and economic lines
• A bachelor’s degree
The following are preferred:
• Master’s degree or other advanced degree in a field related to
the environment
• Advocacy experience
• Fundraising or membership outreach experience
• Familiarity with Waterkeeper grassroots model and movement
• Experience w/online communications tools, video technology
How to apply: Send cover letter, resume and three references to
Julie Mayfield, Co-Director, julie@wnca.org. Subject line should
read: “Regional Director/Watauga Riverkeeper”.
PRIVATE SECTOR
JOB TITLE
Senior Research Associate, Human Services, IMPAQ
International, Columbia, MD
Position ID
21739718
Responsibilities/Qualifications
Job Summary
IMPAQ is seeking full-time Senior Research Associates who will
support our research team in conducting research and evaluation
projects primarily in the areas of human services. Policy areas
include: Income support (TANF and public assistance); food
assistance (SNAP, WIC, NSLP/SBP); child welfare and
maltreatment prevention; adoption, foster care, and independent
living; child support enforcement; asset building for low-income
families; long-term care; urban development and housing;
community service and volunteering; responsible fatherhood and
healthy marriage; Head Start and early childhood
education; immigration and migrant workers; individuals living
with HIV/AIDS; and crime prevention/juvenile delinquency and
prisoner reentry.
Responsibilities:
Design and conduct research projects, including:
• Leading projects and/or project tasks
• Leading and writing technical reports and proposals
• Making presentations to government clients
• Developing conceptual models
• Developing experimental designs
• Collecting and analyzing large data sets
• Performing policy analysis
• Developing case studies
• Conducting site visits
• Supervising and mentoring junior staff
Incumbent is responsible for furthering equal employment
opportunity by demonstrating fairness in making recommendations
for hiring selections, encouraging and recognizing employee
achievements, ensuring fair treatment of all employees regardless
of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender identity,
disability or other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Qualifications
• 4+ years of relevant experience with Ph.D./8+ years of relevant
experience required with Master’s degree
• Must possess subject matter expertise or content knowledge in
relevant policy areas
• Experience in leading proposals and preparing reports
• Experience and knowledge of data analysis and data
management techniques using SAS, SPSS, STATA, Access,
Excel, and/or other databases a plus
• Experience working with large datasets with SAS, SPSS, or
STATA a plus
• Experience in process analysis, evaluation, and experimental
research design activities a plus
Skills
• Ability to lead major aspects of a project
• Excellent ability to communicate complex technical material,
both orally and in writing
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Strong writing and editing skills a must
• Ability to think strategically about research issues, programs
• Strong quantitative and qualitative skills
How to apply: Apply online.
ADDITIONAL EMPLOYMENT RESOURCES
The following section provides links to a variety of great job search sites. This newsletter only features a
small portion of the MPA-related positions currently available. Please use these links to find positions
tailored to your specific interests and preferred geographic locations.
North Carolina Specific:
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North Carolina Association of County Commissioners (NCACC)
http://www.ncacc.org/classifieds.htm
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North Carolina League of Municipalities (NCLM)
http://www.nclm.org/
Click on “Resource Center” at the top of the homepage and then click on “Jobs”.
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North Carolina Office of State Personnel
http://www.osp.state.nc.us/jobs/
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N.C. Center for Nonprofits
http://www.ncnonprofits.org/connect/nonprofit-careers
Local / State Government Jobs:
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International City/County Management Association (ICMA)
http://icma.org/en/icma/home
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GovtJob.Net
http://www.govtjob.net
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National Association of Counties (NACo)
http://www.naco.org/Pages/default.aspx
Click on “County Solutions” and then click on “Hire Quality Staff”.
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National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL)
http://www.ncsl.org/default.aspx?tabid=27278&isSearch=false&kwdid=519
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National League of Cities (NLC)
http://www.nlc.org/about-nlc/career-center
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State Government Jobs
http://50statejobs.com/gov.html
Federal Government Jobs:
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Partnership for Public Service
http://ourpublicservice.org/OPS/about/job_openings.shtml
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USA.gov (U.S. Government’s Official Web Portal)
http://www.usa.gov
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USAJOBS (Official Jobsite of U.S. Federal Government)
http://www.usajobs.gov/
Nonprofit Jobs:
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The Bridgespan Group
http://www.bridgespan.org/Home.aspx
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Charity Channel
http://charitychannel.com/
Click on “Career Search” at the top of the homepage.
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Chronicle of Philanthropy
http://www.philanthropy.com/jobs/
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Community Career Center (Enterprise, Inc.)
http://www.nonprofitjobs.org/
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Idealist.org
http://www.idealist.org/
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Intrahealth International
http://www.intrahealth.org/section/careers
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National Democratic Institute (International Jobs)
http://ndi.org/employment
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NC Center for Nonprofits
http://www.ncnonprofits.org/
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Philanthropy Journal
http://www.philanthropyjournal.org/
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Philanthropy News Digest, Foundation Center
http://foundationcenter.org/pnd/jobs/submit.jhtml
Other Useful Sites:
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Careers in Government
http://www.careersingovernment.com/
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Indeed.com
http://www.indeed.com/
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Independent Sector Joblink
http://www.independentsector.org/members/joblink.html
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Impaq International
http://www.impaqint.com/careers
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National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration (NASPAA)
http://www.naspaa.org/students/careers/careers.asp
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Opportunities in Public Affairs
http://www.opajobs.com/
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Roll Call (Capitol Hill Newspaper)
http://www.rcjobs.com/
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The Hill (Capitol Hill Newspaper)
http://thehill.com/resources/classifieds/employer
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Public Service Careers: Site for the American Society for Public Administration (ASPA) in
collaboration with the National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration
(NASPAA)
http://www.PublicServiceCareers.org
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UNC Chapel Hill – University Career Services
http://careers.unc.edu