A leading Consulting Firm in DC is now hiring for the position of Marketing Associate. This ENTRY LEVEL position pays $30-40K with benefits and is an excellent opportunity for a recent college graduate looking to start their career with a company in which they can grow and learn. Playing a major role in the business development process, some responsibilities will be to assist in the development of targeted marketing campaigns, research and prospect members, build and maintain relationships, coordinate and attend marketing appointments with Directors.

REQUIREMENTS:
• Bachelor’s Degree with a very strong GPA
• Excellent Communications Skills, both Oral and Written
• Should be Team and Goal Oriented
• Intellectually Rounded

To Apply, contact Holly Metz, Holly_Metz@keystaffingsolutions.com, at Key Staffing Solutions or visit their website www.keystaffingsolutions.com.

Monongalia County Child Advocacy Center seeks full-time staff to provide community education, volunteer coordination, and publicity for agency that works with abused children. Bachelor’s degree in related field required. Will consider part- time. Send resume to Dr. Capage at 1266 Pineview Drive, Morgantown, WV 26505 by November 18th or call (304) 598-0344 with inquiries.

The art department of National Geographic Magazine is currently seeking two people to fill full-time positions as graphics specialists. Either of these jobs are well-suited for recent college grads, or individuals with 1-3 years of professional experience. The job description is below and you must apply at http://www.nationalgeographic.com/jobs/bunder Job ID 3942. In addition to applying online, any interested parties may also contact Mariel Furlong, NGM Art, National Geographic Magazine at: mfurlong@ngs.org.

Summary of Position
Produce graphics and maps as needed for NGM. Collaborate with the Art Director, Design Director, Graphics Editors and Art Researcher to produce information graphics, art, maps and layouts for stories. This requires being familiar with story content and design considerations. Assist with large projects, implementing changes from editors and designers and assuring quality control. Assist Graphics Editors, Map Department staff and Art Researcher with research. Assist Art Director and Design Director with internal projects. Coordinate efforts with NGM departments including Research, Editorial, Foreign partners, Photography, Prepress for on-schedule delivery of art, graphics, maps and layouts. Managing projects toward a timely completion is a major component of this job.

Responsibilities * Assist in the production of graphics, art, maps, research, and layouts for NGM. * Help other members of the NGM Art Department with meeting deadlines and preparing files for pre-press. * Coordinate graphics, maps and layout production with other magazine departments. * Assist Art Director and Design Director with internal projects. * Archiving of art files, server organization and file handling for Foreign Partners, Image Collection and Web.

Supervision Exercised
Interns

Minimum Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in journalism, visual communication, graphic design, art, cartography, geography, or a related field preferred. One to three years of related work experienced is preferred, but new graduates are encouraged to apply.

Knowledge & Skill Requirements
An eye for clarity, elegance and accuracy in the visual display of information and typography. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work as part of a team. Curiosity about topics covered in the magazine and the ability to grasp new subject matter quickly. Excellent Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop skills required. Knowledge of GIS software, 3D software and/or Flash are a plus. Superior organizational skills as well as the ability to multitask under the pressure of tight deadlines.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Applicants for the positions listed below are being sought by the NAFTC (National Alternative Fuels Training Consortium.) These positions are located in Morgantown, W.Va., 5th in “Top 20 Small Cities” (with populations under 150,000-Inc.com), and is one day’s drive from 6 of the 8 largest U.S. metropolitan areas. The WVURC is a nonprofit affiliate of WVU.

Competitive salary and benefits packages offered. For a complete position description, more information, and in order to receive consideration for this position, applicants must apply on the WVURCHR website: http://hr.research.wvu.edu, click on the tab on the left, Employment Opportunities, find the job and then click the tab at the bottom, Apply for Job. AA/EEO/ARRA/E-verify compliant employer.

Positions include:
Communications Specialist (NAFTC222)
Odyssey Coordinator (NAFTC220)
Odyssey Coordinator Assistant (NAFTC221)
Assistant Director – Training & Curriculum Development
Alternative Fuel Vehicles Instructor
Project Manager (NAFTC219)
Project Manager (NAFTC218)
Instructional Designer (NAFTC224)
Curriculum Developer (NAFTC217)
Click on the position link to review the complete job description PDF

Alabama’s ABC 33/40, in Birmingham, AL, is looking for a sports producer. Minimum 1-2 years experience producing in a TV sports department preferred. College degree in Journalism, Mass Communications, or equivalent preferred. Must be able to shoot, report and edit sports material. Available to work irregular hours, weekends, and holidays. To apply, send cover letter, resume and non-returnable tape to Jean Ziegert, Director of HR, 800 Concourse Parkway #200, Birmingham, AL 35244. Fax to 205-982-3928 or e-mail text only to jeanz@abc3340.com. To visit their Website go to http://www.abc3340.com/. No phone calls please. EOE.

Position: Executive Director, Arthurdale Heritage, Inc.
Salary: competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Education: Bachelor (BA, BS, etc.)
Location: Arthurdale, West Virginia, 26520, United States
Posted by: Arthurdale Heritage, Inc.
Job Category: Administration, Fundraising & Development, Management
Sector: Non-profit
Type: Full time
Language(s): English
Area of Focus: Fundraising, Historic Preservation, Tourism, Education, Foundations, Museums and Historical Societies

Description:
Arthurdale Heritage, Inc. is accepting applications for a full-time Executive Director.

Arthurdale Heritage, Inc. is a 501©3 non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation of historic Arthurdale, WV. The United States government established Arthurdale in 1933 and it was the nation’s first New Deal Homestead Community. Created through President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s New Deal legislation, the community provided a new chance at life for residents of West Virginia who were suffering from the Great Depression. First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt served as the empathetic force behind the community, which became known as “Eleanor’s Little Village” because of her interest. Today, Arthurdale is a National Historic District that features 160 of the 165 original homesteads.

The Board of Directors seeks a candidate with the vision and energy necessary to lead our organization with the goal of expanding recognition of the Arthurdale “brand” and enhancing the organization’s overall fiscal strength through operational and fund-raising success. In addition to the role of leadership of Arthurdale Heritage, this executive is expected to network with all related organizations within the region and throughout the US while working toward an overall goal of making Arthurdale a national historic landmark.

The Executive Director reports to the Board of Directors, and works directly with the Board’s Executive Committee. The Executive Director is responsible for the AHI’s fundamental areas of activity: Development and Communications; Operations and Administration; Programs and Education.

Primary responsibilities include Development, Grant Writing, Administration and Finance, Education and Programming, Communication and Evaluation. The ideal candidate carries a commitment to historic preservation and community development at all levels, especially for youth and families; has strong interpersonal skills, energy and enthusiasm; carries a strategic focus to their work and brings strong fiscal management and grant-writing skills.

Additional Qualifications:
A Bachelors degree in an appropriate field is required; and advanced degree is preferred. The ideal candidate is currently functioning as the top executive of a comparable nonprofit organization or of a complex nonprofit organization with a mission focused on historic preservation. Alternative backgrounds could include: a leadership position in private industry or public agencies with a demonstrated commitment to and involvement with nonprofit organizations; a role as the ”#2” or other senior leader at a similar/larger organization who is professionally prepared to step up to the Executive Director-level position; or a top or senior leadership position with another kind of nonprofit organization.

How to Apply:
Send letter of intent, resume, three letters of reference, and compensation expectations by November 15, 2009 to hr@arthurdaleheritage.org or

AHI Executive Director Search Committee
c/o Sarah R. Barnes
PO Box 542
Arthurdale, WV 26520

To find out more about Arthurdale, visit http://arthurdaleheritage.org.

Senior Democratic Senator seeks Deputy Press Secretary for fast-paced communications office. Duties include, but are not limited to, operations coordination, drafting press releases and talking points, assisting with media events, tracking media coverage, maintaining the office website, and performing general press office support. Candidates must be able to work quickly, accurately and creatively in an active environment, under tight deadlines. Candidates must also possess excellent writing and editing skills and a team mentality. Prior press experience desirable. Please email cover letter, resume, references, and two writing samples to senate_employment@saa.senate.gov indicating job referral number “101903” in the subject line.

Interested in writing about sports? The Dominion Post is looking for enthusiastic sports freelancers to cover high school sporting events and write the occasional feature. Those interested must be able to travel to events and have access to a computer and the Internet. Assignments will include covering games on nights and weekends with strict deadlines. If interested, send a resume and three writing samples to Drew Rubenstein at drubenstein@dominionpost.com.
For more information, call Drew at (304) 291-9431.

The Des Moines Register is planning to hire a designer. The statewide Iowa newspaper is owned by Gannett, Co., Inc. If you are interested, contact Kelli (Brown) Morris at kemorris@dmreg.com.

The public relations department at University of Missouri Health Care is looking for a senior information specialist. The following is a position summary:

Write, edit and coordinate information for articles for Imagine (Children’s Hospital magazine), Ellis (Ellis Fischel Cancer Center magazine) and InSight (daily electronic newsletter). Coordinate publications for various health system development events. Write and edit articles for UPdate (quarterly University Physicians publication).

Create text and edit various specialty publications and brochures. Coordinate photo shoots. Interview physicians, nurses and other faculty or staff in the health system for articles in all publications. Act as a liaison between the designers in creative services and various departments.

Edit and write articles or columns for external publications. Assist with public relations activities associated with special events and activities. Coordinate with Web designers to provide publications and articles for the health system’s Web site. Edit patient guides for University Hospital and for Columbia Regional Hospital. Serve as on-call public relations resource on a periodic basis to answer after-hours media and staff calls.

Required Qualifications:
A Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or Public Relations. Two to three years in journalistic and public relations activities is required.

Preferred Qualifications:
Previous health care experience and knowledge of Associated Press style are preferred.
Must have the ability to interview story sources, asking appropriate questions and to summarize facts from the interview concisely and creatively. Should be able to make decisions under stressful situations, using good editorial judgment. Have a strong sense of judgment in handling sensitive and confidential public relations issues.

To apply, visit: apply here: https://jobs.missouri.edu