JOTW 36-2015

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JOTW 36-2015

September 7, 2015

www.nedsjotw.com

This is JOTW newsletter number 1,621

 

“The secret of getting ahead is getting started.”

– Mark Twain

 

Today is Labor Day.  Enjoy this day as a fruit of your labors.

 

This edition of JOTW comes to you from the JOTW Global Operations Center in Springfield, Virginia, USA

 

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***  This week’s Can’t Wait postings:

 

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***  This week’s Top Job:

 

None this week

 

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***  If you find out about a job opportunity in communications, send it to me (lundquist989@cs.com),  and I’ll share it with the JOTW network.

 

***  The JOTW network is built upon cooperative principles.  Share, and reap the benefits.  And it feels good to help others.  I call it selfish altruism.  But this also means you need to contribute.

 

***  Listing a position is free.  Top jobs placement is $100, and a “Can’t Wait” posting is $300.

 

***  In this issue:

 

***  One Paragraph Pitch

 

1.)  Internal Communications Advisor, Hume City Council, Hume, Victoria, Australia

2.)  Managing Editor — Gallup Business Newspaper, Gallup, -Washington, DC

3.)  Internal Communications Manager, frog, New York, NY

4.)  Editor in Chief, Houston Business Journal,, Houston, TX

5.)  Communications Manager, Policy Initiatives, Ocean Conservancy, Washington, D.C

6.)  Manager Media Relations, CSX, Jacksonville, FL

7.)  Technical Writer/Graphic Designer at FBI Intelligence Branch, Forfeiture Support Associates, Washington, DC

8.)  HR Communications Manager, BASF Corporation, Florham Park, New Jersey

9.)  Communications Coordinator, American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics, Bethesda, Maryland

10.)  Director, Public Relations – HotelTonight – San Francisco, CA

 

11.)  Publications Designer, Section 127, Indianapolis, Indiana

12.)  Chief Communications Officer, Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Richmond, Virginia

13.)  Public Relations Lead, RTKL, Washington, DC

14.)  Communications & Public Relations Officer, Relief International (RI), Washington DC

15.)  ABA ROLI Outreach Director, American Bar Association, Washington, DC

16.)  Public Relations Manager, Enviroment Society Of Oman, Muscat, Oman

17.)  Public Affairs Coordinator, CarMax, Richmond, VA

18.)  Public Relations Account Manager – The Thomas Collective – New York, NY

19.)  Sr. Publicist of Digital Media,  Digital Media and Distribution, ESPN, NY, NY

20.)  Social Engagement Strategist, Disney Interactive Media, Glendale, CA

 

21.)  External Communications Internship – Spring 2016, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, Burbank, CA

22.)  Vice President Media Communications Investment Banking, Citi, New York, NY

23.)  Graphic Designer/Jr. Art Director, Seed Factory Marketing, Atlanta, Georgia

24.)  Communication Manager Oceans and Atmosphere, CSIRO, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

25.)  Communications Specialist, McKesson, Houston, Texas

26.)  Senior Director Corporate Communications, Kaiser Permanente Mid-Atlantic States, Rockville, MD

27.)  Marketing Communications Manager, JMT Consulting Group, Austin, Texas

28.)  Communications/Public Relations Measurement & Analytics Intern – Spring 2016, Southwest Airlines, Dallas, TX

29.)  Visual Communications Intern – Spring 2016, Southwest Airlines, Dallas, TX

30.)  Communications or Public Relations Intern – Spring 2016, Southwest Airlines, Dallas, TX

 

31.)  Marketing – Department Planning – Integrated Communications Intern – Spring 2016, , Southwest Airlines, Dallas, TX

32.)  Manager Communications, Ally Financial Inc., NY, NY

33.)  Internal Communications  Advisor – Programmes, Shell, Houston, TX

34.)  Marketing and Communications, America’s Charities, Chantilly, VA

35.)  Public Relations Officer (Specialised in Air Ticketing and Hotel Booking), Arab Monetary Fund, Abu Dhabi, UAE

36.)  Communications Manager, Richmond, Virginia

37.)  Senior Account Director – Imprenta Communications Group, Sacramento, CA

38.)  Public Relations Officer, Emirates Airline & Group, Dubai, UAE

39.)  Internal Communications Professional, Hays Marketing, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

40.)  Public Information Officer, Port of Houston Authority, Houston, Texas

 

41.)  Media Relations Director, American Red Cross, Washington, DC

42.)  Communication Officer (maternity relief – temp), Sydney Children’s Hospital Network, Sydney, NSW, Australia

43.)  Communications and Outreach Senior Director, Aplastic Anemia & MDS International Foundation, Rockville, MD

43.)  EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR COMMUNICATIONS AND STEWARDSHIP, WHARTON, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA

44.)  Manager, Online Marketing & Communications, Philadelphia Zoo, Philadelphia, PA

45.)  PR & Social Media Assistant, Aversa PR & Events, Philadelphia, PA

46.)  Senior Global Communications Manager, Xylem Dewatering Solutions – Godwin Pumps, Bridgeport, NJ

47.)  Paid Public Relations Intern, Buchanan Public Relations, Bryn Mawr, PA

48.)  Communications Consultant – Intranet, Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect), Sydney, NSW, Australia

49.)  Senior Account Executive – DC, Racepoint, Washington, DC

50.)  Director of Communications, The SCAN Founation, Long Beach, CA

51.)  Director of Communications & Social Media, Chizuk Amuno Congregation & Schools, Pikesville, MD

52.)  Senior Communications Associate/Project Manager, Reingold, Inc., Alexandria, VA

53.)  Vice President, Corporate Communications, Calvin Klein, New York City , NY

54.)  Vice President for Marketing and Communications, Carlow University, Pittsburgh, PA

55.)  Vice President, Communications and Marketing, and Editor-in-Chief, Trusteeship, Association of Governing Boards of Universities and Colleges, Washington , DC

56.)  Manager, Proposal & Business Development, Crowell & Moring LLP, Washington, DC

57.)  National Public Relations Coordinator, 9to5, National Association of Working Women, Denver, CO

58.)  Manager, Policy and Advocacy Communication, National Stroke Association, Centennial

59.)  Copywriter and Editor, American Animal Hospital Association, Lakewood, CO

60.)  VP, Managed Markets Content Expert, inVentiv Communications, Saratoga Springs, NY

 

61.)  Sr. Account Executive, Palio+Ignite, Santa Monica, CA

62.)  Editor, GSW Worldwide, Columbus, Ohio

63.)  Regional Communications Manager, Unimin Corporation, New Canaan, CT

64.)  Senior Manager, Communications, The Corning Museum of Glass, Corning, NY

65.)  Sr. Writer – Communications, Ann & Robert Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago, Chicago, IL

66.)External Relations Advisor, Project & Technology, Shell, Houston, TX

67.)  Communications Intern, Philly POPS, Philadelphia, PA

68.)  Sr Communications Specialist (Internal Communications), Independence Blue Cross, Philadelphia, PA

69.)  Media Relations Coordinator, Philadelphia 76ers, Philadelphia, PA

70.)  Director Media Relations & Corporate Communications, Maryland General Hospital, Baltimore , MD

 

71.)  Internal Communications Specialist, American Institutes for Research, Washington, DC

72.)  VP, Product Communications, CA Technologies,  Santa Clara, CA

73.)  Communications and Marketing Manager, Rubicon Programs, Richmond, California

74.)  Animal Control Officer, Forest and Wildlife Group, West Columbia, AL

 

***  Weekly Piracy Report

 

***  Here’s the link for the JOTW newsletter on the website:

http://www.nedsjotw.com/2015/09/07/jotw-36-2015/

 

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***  One Paragraph Pitch:

 

None this week

 

***  Send your One Paragraph Pitch submissions to lundquist989@cs.com.  You can pitch yourself or your business anyway you want, as long as it’s short and to the point.  You can include a photo, too! There is no waiting list.  And it’s free!  Submit yours today!

 

***  Turn corporate sludge into focused, compelling writing.

 

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Ken O’Quinn’s Writing With Clarity workshops have helped thousands of professionals worldwide at such companies as Chevron, Visa, Oracle, Campbell’s Soup, Raytheon, Sprint, John Deere, Burson-Marsteller, and Fleishman Hillard.

 

http://www.writingwithclarity.com/

 

***  re:think your communications practice!

 

Registration is open for the 2015 Heritage Region Conference. Join us October 18-20 in Baltimore, MD to help re:engage your communications muscle. Take advantage of the 21 breakout sessions and re:shape your practice throughout the conference.

 

For the full lineup of speakers and schedules, visit www.iabcheritageconference.com.

 

***  Unmanned  Medical Response

Companies test new approaches to critical combat casualty care By Edward Lundquist Seapower magazine September 2015

http://www.seapower-digital.com/seapower/september_2015#pg44

 

***  Ned’s upcoming travel, maybe, perhaps:

 

October 28-29, San Juan, Puerto Rico

 

December 1-5, Tokyo, Japan

 

***  Your Very Next Step!

 

The July / August issue of  YVNS newsletter is now posted at

http://www.yourverynextstep.com/2015/07/20/your-very-next-step-newsletter-for-july-august-2015/

 

***  Let’s get to the jobs!

 

1.)  Internal Communications Advisor, Hume City Council, Hume, Victoria, Australia

http://www.seek.com.au/job/29381912

 

2.)  Managing Editor — Gallup Business Newspaper, Gallup, -Washington, DC

http://jobview.monster.com/GetJob.aspx?JobID=156298053

 

3.)  Internal Communications Manager, frog, New York, NY

http://www.frogdesign.com/careers/jobs/studio/New%20York?nl=1&jvi=oHmE1fws,Job

 

***  From Susan Burnell, APR:

 

Hi Ned, hope this finds you well, whether you are traveling or at home.

 

Spotted this in the Houston Business Journal.

 

With cheer,

 

Susan

 

Susan H. Burnell, APR

Imagination Ink – Business Writing & Public Relations

Houston, TX

 

4.)  Editor in Chief, Houston Business Journal,, Houston, TX

 

The Houston Business Journal, one of the first city business journals in the US, seeks one who has the ability to lead an award winning high performance news room-driven by excellence. Houston is a vibrant city – full of great theater, arts and restaurants which you’ll get to enjoy while not paying any state income tax. You be a major player (who is replacing major player who just got promoted) in the energy capital of the world which is also a hot bed of entrepreneurship.

The Editor in Chief, as the highest ranking newsroom leader reports to the Publisher and is responsible for driving product strategy and quality across all platforms and for relentlessly building audience. The EIC must be equally at home in both the print and digital spheres ¬ but leadership and innovation must be particularly pronounced on digital platforms. To be successful, the EIC must

Possess well-honed hard news instincts, have a burning curiosity about business and people, a deft editing hand and be equal parts leader, entrepreneur and marketer.

SKILLS:

  • Inspiring, yet diplomatic.
  • Innovative, curious, collaborative.
  • Passionate, knowledgeable about business topics and coverage of local business news.
  • Good communicator who can build on a strong newsroom culture.
  • Must be comfortable and thrive in a rapidly changing and uncharted media environment.
  • Must be adept in working in a collaborate environment and possess the agility to anticipate and react to market changes.

DUTIES:

  • Define a clear and compelling vision for the look, feel and voice of our portfolio of products, including the existing print newspaper, daily emails, website, tablet and mobile.
  • Drive staff adaptation to new mediums, platforms, skill sets, story forms, and ways of doing things
  • Take a proactive, hands-on approach in developing and leading reporting staff.
  • Share responsibility for growing print, digital and event audiences. Work with other department heads to create business and marketing plans. In collaboration with the Publisher, identify and address new business and audience opportunities to extend the brand.
  • Seek content syndication channels and partnerships for Business Journal content.
  • Meet or exceed goals relating to audience-engagement.
  • Embrace community and business outreach as an ambassador of the Houston Business Journal.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

  • Management and/or team leadership required; Daily, and preferable, weekly print experience for a business news operation.
  • Experience working in a digital news environment.
  • Beat reporter experience.

EDUCATION:

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

 

CONTACT INFO:

Please send resume and cover letter to:

John C. Beddow

Publisher

Houston Business Journal

jbeddow@bizjournals.com

 

http://www.bizjournals.com/houston/jobs/details/103882

 

***  From Olivia Mahony:

 

Dear Ned,

 

I would like to post the following job to Ned’s Job of the Week.

 

Thank you!

 

Best,

Olivia

 

Olivia Mahony

 

California Environmental Associates

San Francisco, CA

 

5.)  Communications Manager, Policy Initiatives, Ocean Conservancy, Washington, D.C.

 

Ocean Conservancy seeks a talented and strategic Communications Manager to support its national policy and legislative agenda. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience in a government relations or public affairs role and have a strong understanding of how strategic communications can be used to promote policy solutions; Hill communications experience is strongly preferred. Providing direct support to Ocean Conservancy’s Ocean Planning and Fish Conservation teams and partnering with the Government Relations team, the Communications Manager will help identify, facilitate, and manage external relationships and will cultivate opportunities to advance Ocean Conservancy’s key policy goals through communications.

 

http://job.ceaconsulting.com/jobs/communications-manager-policy-initiatives-washington-dc-34256

 

***  From Rob Doolittle

 

Hi Ned.

 

CSX is looking for a media relations manager who would be based in Jacksonville, FL, providing media relations support to CSX operations in a geographic region.  We’re looking for someone with solid on-the-record media experience who likes a rapid-fire environment, opportunities for domestic travel and a supportive, collaborative working environment. The company will pay to relocate the right candidate.

 

Job description attached. Link to online application below.

 

We’d appreciate you sharing this in the JOTW newsletter. Thanks.

 

Rob Doolittle

CSX

 

6.)  Manager Media Relations, CSX, Jacksonville, FL

 

Job Summary:

The successful candidate will be a primary member of the company’s media relations team with spokesperson responsibilities for a geographic territory, as well as on enterprise-level issues. The successful candidate will be a first responder for crisis communication support.

Primary Activities & Responsibilities:

– Primary responsibility for geographic media territory, including day-to-day media relations, strategic development projects and crisis communication. This responsibility includes rotating on-call duties, sharing proportionate responsibility for 24/7 media accountability and responding as needed to incidents.

– Collaborate at all levels to develop company responses to key issues for a variety of stakeholder audiences including employees, media, government officials and regulators.

– Represent communications on cross-functional teams dedicated to strategic infrastructure projects, expansion plans and other enterprise-level issues.

– Support team members as needed, particularly related to high-volume media issues and strategic development projects.

– Miscellaneous activities and responsibilities as assigned by manager.

Minimum Qualifications:

– Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Business/Economics, Communications/Public Affairs or related major field of study is required

– 5 or more years of corporate communications experience is required

Preferred Qualifications:

In addition to meeting the above qualifications, any of the following are preferred:

– Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Business/Economics, Communications/Public Affairs or related major field of study

– Experience as an on the record spokesperson

– Knowledge of transportation industry or other highly regulated industry

– Experience with corporate writing and developing strategic communications plans

– Experience interfacing with VP and C-suite executives

Knowledge and Skills

– Strong written and oral communication skills

– Media relations skills

– Ability to make thoughtful decisions with incomplete information

– Project management skills

– Collaboration and team building skills with ability to appropriately manage senior colleagues

– Ability to build strong cross-functional relationships across the organization

– Ability to organize, multi-task, work independently and co-manage a process

– Microsoft Office skills

Competencies:

The CSX Competency Framework is the foundation of our Talent Strategy and is what drives CSX performance. CSX accordingly selects and develops talent based on each of the following competencies: analyze issues and make effective decisions, advance the business, engage, coach, and build a diverse workforce, build partnerships, improve service quality and processes, execute effectively, demonstrate personal leadership, and demonstrate functional and technical agility.

Job Requirements:

– 15% travel required

– Work hours may vary in length and schedule. Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek and rotating on-call responsibilities

– The applicant selected for this position may be required to successfully complete a background check and drug test. Passing results must be received prior to start date in new position

Environmental Conditions:

– Work outside in all weather conditions

– Need to be available to report to work with two-hour advance notice and comfortable wearing protective equipment such as hard hat, hearing protection, steel-toed boots, safety vest, and safety glasses

 

Safety Commitment:

 

Safety is a way of life at CSX, encompassing every aspect of company operations. Guided by a policy of ensuring the safety of our employees, our customers, and the communities we serve, CSX works relentlessly to prevent accidents and injuries. Not only is it the right thing to do, but when a company puts safety first, everyone benefits: the employees and their families, the customers, and the communities.

 

Company Profile:

CSX Corporation, a Fortune 500 company headquartered in Jacksonville, FL, is a multi-modal freight transportation company serving customers across North America. Through its primary subsidiary, CSX operates the largest railroad in the eastern United States with operations in 23 states, the District of Columbia, and two Canadian provinces. CSX also includes an integrated intermodal company which serves customers with its own truck and terminal operations as well as a dedicated domestic container fleet. Other CSX subsidiaries provide technology and real estate support to the company. These subsidiaries combine to allow CSX to deliver efficient freight alternatives to customers in a variety of industries, including coal, chemicals, automobiles, metals, agricultural and forest products, food and consumer goods.

 

CSX Transportation (CSXT) is the largest company in the CSX family employing approximately 30,000 management and union employees. CSXT’s primary focus is the operation, maintenance, and management of the largest railroad in the eastern United States.

 

Closing Statement:

At CSX, two of the company’s core values are People Make The Difference and Safety Is A Way of Life. We are committed to offering our team members the most competitive compensation and benefits package available, unlimited opportunities for development and growth throughout an exciting and rewarding career, and the safest work environment possible.

 

CSX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Click here to view the EEO is Law poster.

 

https://csx.taleo.net/careersection/basic_faceted_search/jobdetail.ftl?job=04275

 

7.)  Technical Writer/Graphic Designer at FBI Intelligence Branch, Forfeiture Support Associates, Washington, DC

http://jobview.monster.com/GetJob.aspx?JobID=156298463

 

8.)  HR Communications Manager, BASF Corporation, Florham Park, New Jersey

http://jobs.prnewsonline.com/jobseeker/job/24980603

 

9.)  Communications Coordinator, American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics, Bethesda, Maryland

http://jobs.associationtrends.com/jobs/7474431/communications-coordinator

 

10.)  Director, Public Relations – HotelTonight – San Francisco, CA

http://jobs.prnewsonline.com/jobseeker/job/24903396/

 

11.)  Publications Designer, Section 127, Indianapolis, Indiana

http://www.talentzoo.com/job/Publications-Designer/151269.html

 

12.)  Chief Communications Officer, Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Richmond, Virginia

https://www.linkedin.com/jobs2/view/68312481

 

13.)  Public Relations Lead, RTKL, Washington, DC

https://re21.ultipro.com/RTK1000/JobBoard/JobDetails.aspx?__ID=*1C2B5D220B15FF7C

 

14.)  Communications & Public Relations Officer, Relief International (RI), Washington DC

http://chc.tbe.taleo.net/chc01/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=RI&cws=1&rid=663

 

15.)  ABA ROLI Outreach Director, American Bar Association, Washington, DC

https://www5.recruitingcenter.net/Clients/abanet/PublicJobs/controller.cfm?jbaction=JobProfile&Job_Id=11479

 

16.)  Public Relations Manager, Enviroment Society Of Oman, Muscat, Oman

http://www.bayt.com/en/job/public-relations-manager-in-oman-3303991/

 

17.)  Public Affairs Coordinator, CarMax, Richmond, VA

https://www.linkedin.com/jobs2/view/70701809

 

18.)  Public Relations Account Manager – The Thomas Collective – New York, NY

http://jobs.prnewsonline.com/jobseeker/job/24925109

 

19.)  Sr. Publicist of Digital Media,  Digital Media and Distribution, ESPN, NY, NY

https://xjobs.brassring.com/tgwebhost/jobdetails.aspx?partnerid=25348&siteid=5039&jobid=288575

 

20.)  Social Engagement Strategist, Disney Interactive Media, Glendale, CA

https://xjobs.brassring.com/tgwebhost/jobdetails.aspx?partnerid=25348&siteid=5039&jobid=294708

 

21.)  External Communications Internship – Spring 2016, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, Burbank, CA

https://xjobs.brassring.com/tgwebhost/jobdetails.aspx?partnerid=25348&siteid=5039&jobid=297810

 

22.)  Vice President Media Communications Investment Banking, Citi, New York, NY

 

Citi Corporate and Investment Banking provides comprehensive financial advisory and capital raising services to top corporations, financial institutions and governments worldwide. Clients receive tailored financial solutions and strategic advisory services on a wide range of M&A transactions and capital-raising activities including mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, financial restructurings, underwriting and distributing equity, debt, and derivative securities. Our bankers are organized into industry, product and regional groups and work closely with our partners in capital markets, sales and trading, research and global relationship banking to offer customized financing strategies for our clients.

 

Key responsibilities:

 

Delivers Results:

 

  • Assist with the origination, structuring and execution of transactions and financing

 

  • Evaluate public filings, research reports, operations, business plans and financial forecasts to produce strategic and financial analyses

 

Leads Change:

 

  • Work closely with all partners to ensure the Corporate Bank fulfills its reaffirmed role of being at the center of the CIB’s relationship management strategy by participating in client planning, product agnostic cross sell and effective capital allocation

 

Acts as an Owner:

 

  • Ensure that proposed client solutions meet or exceed internal risk and return standards, including stringent ethical standards

 

  • Evaluate the credit worthiness of clients and actively manage and oversee the preparation of credit approval proposals

 

Builds Great Teams:

 

  • Effectively manage Analysts and Associates, delegating and reviewing their work as well as creating a culture of collaboration in the team

 

Drives Client Value:

 

  • Build credibility and establish trust with clients by identifying client needs and proactively providing strategic solutions on mergers and acquisitions, corporate finance issues, capital raising (issuance of equity and debt securities), risk management and other financial issues

 

  • Develop sophisticated financial models necessary to assess investments, reorganizations, acquisitions, or other corporate transactions such as M&As, leveraged buyout and initial public offerings

 

Works as a Partner:

 

  • Heavy marketing and execution responsibilities which are coordinated with senior bankers, relationship associates and product/investment banking partners

 

  • Partner effectively with the Investment banking team to execute episodic transactions

 

  • Work with product partners to provide a wide range of treasury and corporate finance solutions including cash management, trade, vendor finance, FX, general credit, loans, debt capital markets, share repurchase, and interest rate and equity derivatives

 

Qualifications

 

  • 6+ years of experience in the financial services industry, specifically within Banking

 

  • Strong credit, negotiations, communications, sales, analytical and organizational skills

 

  • Experience with large corporate clients, capital raising and M&A transactions

 

  • Strong work ethic, high energy level, able to work independently and think strategically

 

  • Master’s degree in Business Administration or alternatively 6+ years in a similar role at prior investment banking institution

http://jobs.citi.com/us/new-york-state/investment-banking/jobid8232616-vice-president-media_communications-investment-banking

 

23.)  Graphic Designer/Jr. Art Director, Seed Factory Marketing, Atlanta, Georgia

http://www.talentzoo.com/job/Graphic-Designer-Jr-Art-Director/151258.html

 

24.)  Communication Manager Oceans and Atmosphere, CSIRO, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

http://www.seek.com.au/job/29424451

 

25.)  Communications Specialist, McKesson, Houston, Texas

https://www.linkedin.com/jobs2/view/66767142

 

26.)  Senior Director Corporate Communications, Kaiser Permanente Mid-Atlantic States, Rockville, MD

https://kp.taleo.net/careersection/external/jobdetail.ftl?job=1489391

 

27.)  Marketing Communications Manager, JMT Consulting Group, Austin, Texas

https://www.linkedin.com/jobs2/view/70786674

 

28.)  Communications/Public Relations Measurement & Analytics Intern – Spring 2016, Southwest Airlines, Dallas, TX

https://corporatecareers-southwest.icims.com/jobs/11616/communications-public-relations-measurement-%26-analytics-intern—-spring-2016/job?hub=5

 

29.)  Visual Communications Intern – Spring 2016, Southwest Airlines, Dallas, TX

https://corporatecareers-southwest.icims.com/jobs/11487/visual-communications-intern—spring-2016/job?hub=5

 

30.)  Communications or Public Relations Intern – Spring 2016, Southwest Airlines, Dallas, TX

https://corporatecareers-southwest.icims.com/jobs/11425/communications-or-public-relations-intern—spring-2016/job?hub=5

 

31.)  Marketing – Department Planning – Integrated Communications Intern – Spring 2016, , Southwest Airlines, Dallas, TX

https://corporatecareers-southwest.icims.com/jobs/11560/marketing—department-planning-%E2%80%93-integrated-communications-intern—spring-2016/job?hub=5

 

***  From Beth King:

 

32.)  Manager Communications, Ally Financial Inc., NY, NY

https://www1.apply2jobs.com/Ally/ProfExt/index.cfm?fuseaction=mExternal.showJob&RID=2624

 

33.)  Internal Communications  Advisor – Programmes, Shell, Houston, TX

 

This role is within the Internal Communications Centre of Excellence, established to develop and execute Shell’s internal communications strategy on a global basis.

 

The CoE supports the delivery of Shell’s business goals and priorities by ensuring consistency in strategy, systems, processes and tools across corporate, business and functional internal communications. The key objectives of the CoE are to: connect staff with strategy to ensure each employee understands their personal contribution to the company’s success; connect leaders with staff at all levels to strengthen employee engagement and motivation and drive a high performance culture; and connect the organisation with the external world and customers.

 

The Advisor Internal Communications Programmes serves as a strategic business partner and builds collaborative relationships with key internal stakeholders to drive communications on major global behavioural programmes as assigned and vital communications related to specific business or functional change and engage projects.

 

This role delivers and supports strategic internal communications behavioural campaigns as well as vital communications related to specific business or functional change projects across the company as assigned.

 

Requirements

  • Candidate must be legally eligible to work in the United States
  • Candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree
  • Candidate must have 4-8 years of relevant experience
  • Communications professional with experience in developing, managing and executing strategic communications in support of business objectives.
  • Knowledge of change communications and understanding of organisational structures
  • Influencing skills and able to assimilate quickly in a project environmence
  • Appreciation of working with HR (Organisational Effectiveness and Learning) – experience in working with those departments is a plus
  • Knowledge across the broader communications function to enable successful strategic counsel
  • Able to secure the trust of senior leaders and contributing as a strategic business partner, counsellor and adviser, and/or experience in an agency or consultancy as an account director or client-relationship manager
  • Demonstrated ability to deliver successfully through others, influence without authority, build collaborative relationships focused on shared outcomes
  • Proven capabilities to deliver under time pressures and shifting priorities
  • Experience in juggling multiple projects
  • Supporting experience in other disciplines or specialties of business consultancy, communications, marketing or public relations
  • Rigorously uses IC CoE 8-step communications planning in change and engage projects and understands and determines business needs, impact assessments, and know-feel-do objectives
  • Delivers within a “consultancy” approach in the Internal Communications Centre of Excellence and uses fit-for-purpose resources from the relevant practice areas to execute plans and deliver internal communications products and services
  • Applies strategic measurement analysis of programmes
  • Prepared to serve as IC member in a crisis team
  • Demonstrates good spend stewardship, using the principles of Demand Management
  • Provides briefing materials to practice areas and ensures timely, fit-for-purpose delivery of products and services
  • Coordinates with a network of change and communications representatives outside the IC CoE and ensures they adhere to Shell standards and processes for communications
  • Conducts research and gathers and analyzes information and data (internal and external) for consideration in strategic planning process
  • Implements ad hoc, quick turn-around communications activities

 

https://www.linkedin.com/jobs2/view/66799573

 

***  From Lindsay J.K. Nichols:

 

Hi Ned,

 

America’s Charities, which sits at the intersection of the public and private sectors, is searching for marketing interns for the fall and winter semesters: https://www.charities.org/marketing-and-communications-internship-americas-charities The position is based in Chantilly, Virginia.

 

Interested parties may email me directly at: lnichols@charities.org

 

Will you kindly add to JOTW?

 

Thanks,

 

Lindsay J.K. Nichols

Vice President, Marketing and Communications

America’s Charities

 

34.)  Marketing and Communications, America’s Charities, Chantilly, VA

https://www.charities.org/marketing-and-communications-internship-americas-charities

 

35.)  Public Relations Officer (Specialised in Air Ticketing and Hotel Booking), Arab Monetary Fund, Abu Dhabi, UAE

http://www.bayt.com/en/job/public-relations-officer-specialised-in-air-ticketing-and-hotel-booking-in-uae-3281961/

 

36.)  Communications Manager, Richmond, Virginia

https://www.linkedin.com/jobs2/view/69930655

 

37.)  Senior Account Director – Imprenta Communications Group, Sacramento, CA

http://jobs.prnewsonline.com/jobseeker/job/24862217

 

38.)  Public Relations Officer, Emirates Airline & Group, Dubai, UAE

http://www.bayt.com/en/job/public-relations-officer-in-uae-3110003/

 

39.)  Internal Communications Professional, Hays Marketing, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

http://www.seek.com.au/job/29415608

 

40.)  Public Information Officer, Port of Houston Authority, Houston, Texas

https://www.linkedin.com/jobs2/view/68380168

 

41.)  Media Relations Director, American Red Cross, Washington, DC

https://www.americanredcross.apply2jobs.com/ProfExt/index.cfm?fuseaction=mExternal.showJob&RID=58337

 

42.)  Communication Officer (maternity relief – temp), Sydney Children’s Hospital Network, Sydney, NSW, Australia

http://www.seek.com.au/job/29398435

 

43.)  Communications and Outreach Senior Director, Aplastic Anemia & MDS International Foundation, Rockville, MD

http://www.idealist.org/view/job/t9Hp3jnXcSCp

 

***  From Bill Seiberlich:

 

43.)  EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR COMMUNICATIONS AND STEWARDSHIP, WHARTON, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA

https://jobs.hr.upenn.edu/postings/12499

 

44.)  Manager, Online Marketing & Communications, Philadelphia Zoo, Philadelphia, PA

http://hoojobs.com/job/2538/manager-online-marketing-communications/

 

45.)  PR & Social Media Assistant, Aversa PR & Events, Philadelphia, PA

 

Job Description: Aversa PR & Events seeks an ultra-organized, creative and driven multi-tasker to assist with food, theater, culture, arts and neighborhood client accounts. We work with small business owners, entrepreneurs and nonprofit leaders that expect the best from us – including smart and creative results, on a budget, in a timely manner, with measurable results. We’re seeking a proven professional with the following skills: press release and blog writing, event planning, social media account management, pitching, office assistance, media shoot logistics, intern management, photo shoots/photography, strategy and brainstorming.

 

Successful candidates will exhibit attention to detail, be excellent communicators, work well under pressure, have a sense of humor, be a team player, pitch in for overall agency activities and be able to generate award-winning messaging on the fly. This position can range from 20 to 40 hours per week, and we are open to discussing options. Dependable transportation at all times is a must as clients require store visits, photo shoots, meetings and event support. Our office is based out of South Philadelphia.

How to Apply: Please submit a formal cover letter, resume and list of social media samples/handles to hr@aversapr.com. Applications will be considered incomplete without all three elements. No phone calls please. If you have applied in the past feel free to apply again for this new position. For more information about us and our company, visit www.aversapr.com or follow us on Twitter at @koryaversa @aversapr @phillylovesfun

Web Listing: Aversapr.com

 

46.)  Senior Global Communications Manager, Xylem Dewatering Solutions – Godwin Pumps, Bridgeport, NJ

 

Xylem’s Dewatering Growth Center is the world leader in providing tough, reliable, and portable pumps for dewatering, bypass and drainage applications. Products are delivered globally via two distinct business models: Product sales and rental services. With revenue of ~$700 million from sales and rental of its flagship Godwin, Flygt, and Grindex brands, it operates around the world with 1,400 employees: 850 are in the U.S. supporting $350M of revenue: 150 are located in our UK manufacturing and Stockholm Engineering and R&D facilities, and approximately 400 commercial employees are part of a Xylem-wide integrated international sales team who support $350M of revenue. Division Headquarters is located in Bridgeport N.J. (near Philadelphia).

 

Internal Communications:

  • In close collaboration with HR, measurably drive increased employee engagement with our global Dewatering Growth Center employees through integrated employee communications based on an understanding of their needs, pain points and preferred ways to consume information.
  • Partner with HR to design, launch and lead a proactive internal messaging plan on agreed culture shift topics and business strategies (i.e. Total Rewards, Pay for Performance, Accountability mindset, Continuous Improvement focus.) Establish mechanisms for employee dialogue on business strategy.
  • Strengthen internal communications based on best practices: Create an annual content strategy and delivery plan that establishes a regular, coordinated rhythm that captures employee attention and impacts their behaviors.
  • Develop a consistent and planned “voice” for the Dewatering President to ensure that employees are motivated, committed and engaged by our leadership communications.
  • Provide ongoing executive messaging, writing and presentation support (including Board-level work.)
  • Strategically manage calendar of internal events: Quarterly All Hands and Annual Sales meetings.
  • Drive an Intranet strategy and build a comprehensive destination for Dewatering information.
  • Define an internal content management system and resource support plan for the development of newsletters, organizational announcements, etc.
  • Serve as the primary liaison on all employee communications matters, closely interfacing and aligning programs with Corporate and other Xylem Growth Centers to leverage our collective strength.

 

External Communications:

  • Drive world-class customer focused communications, raising the bar on quality and volume of our external voice.
  • Build and optimize processes and partner relationships that lead to the creation of a robust content engine (case studies, white papers, webinars, etc.) designed to feed all channels, but with an emphasis on digital.
  • Working closely with the Demand Marketing Director, develop Dewatering’s global content strategy; Partner with Dewatering’s International Marketing Communications Manager to align and localize activities, and leverage shared resources.
  • Based on business growth priorities and digital demand generation programs, drive relevant and timely public relations and thought leadership communication programs.
  • Create an active Social Media presence for Dewatering, crafting and executing relevant content and engagement strategies for LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, etc.
  • Oversee strategy, purpose and outcomes of all customer trade shows and events, refining the future role of events in our overall marketing mix.
  • Manage community engagement initiatives and preparedness of crisis communications.
  • Ensure all communications activities are executed within Xylem’s brand guidelines and support the overall branding strategy of the global organization.

How to Apply: www.xyleminc.com select careers then enter job number 6087BR.

 

47.)  Paid Public Relations Intern, Buchanan Public Relations, Bryn Mawr, PA

 

Fall internship available with Bryn Mawr public relations firm. We seek smart, energetic college students majoring in PR who are strong writers, excellent communicators, highly motivated, and intuitive. Recent college grads who have not yet secured full-time employment are encouraged to apply. Social media and general design experience a plus.

 

Interns will be exposed to:

 

– Media list development

– Clip tracking

– Developing and pitching story ideas

– Writing news releases and articles

– Strategy development

– Client relations

 

Salary/Job Requirements: We ask for a minimum of 20 hours / week and may give preference to interns who can work more hours. Students are welcome to receive college credit for the internship or receive pay. We are a dog-friendly workplace.

How to Apply: Please send resume and cover letter to info@buchananpr.com.

 

48.)  Communications Consultant – Intranet, Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect), Sydney, NSW, Australia

http://www.seek.com.au/job/29414086

 

***  From Grace Pyne:

 

Hello posting manager,

 

I am writing to post the position of Senior Account Executive at Racepoint Global – DC. All needed information is in the attached document.

 

Best,

 

Grace Pyne

Intern, Human Resources

Racepoint Global

 

49.)  Senior Account Executive – DC, Racepoint, Washington, DC

 

We are currently looking to hire a Senior Account Executive (SAE) to join our Corporate and Public Affairs team.

 

Racepoint Global Senior Account Executives are responsible for working closely with Account Supervisors and/or Account Directors to help oversee the day-to-day operations of client programs with a primary focus on developing quality content and implementing social and traditional media campaigns.  They work closely with Assistant Account Executives and Account Executives to execute the deliverables and tactics as specified within client programs. The SAE possesses an in-depth understanding of the client’s business and industry and knows how to translate that knowledge into solid PR counsel.

 

Desired Skills and Experience

 

  • Bachelor’s degree plus 4-6 years of public relations, public affairs, advocacy or communications experience
  • Expert proficiency in social media engagement across channels
  • Hill and/or advocacy campaign experience, within telecommunications industry recommended
  • Firm knowledge of diversity media and social media channels
  • Strong media relations experience; established media relationships
  • Solid writing, proofreading, verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and within a team
  • Management experience required

 

Contact:

Grace Pyne

Intern, Human Resources

Racepoint Global

T: +1 617 624 4119

gpyne@racepointglobal.com

 

47.)  Paid Public Relations Intern, Buchanan Public Relations, Bryn Mawr, PA

48.)  Communications Consultant – Intranet, Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect), Sydney, NSW, Australia

49.)  Senior Account Executive – DC, Racepoint, Washington, DC

50.)  Director of Communications, The SCAN Founation, Long Beach, CA

http://jobs.prnewsonline.com/jobseeker/job/24732285

 

51.)  Director of Communications & Social Media, Chizuk Amuno Congregation & Schools, Pikesville, MD

https://www.ziprecruiter.com/jobs/chizuk-amuno-congregation-schools-828b1598

 

52.)  Senior Communications Associate/Project Manager, Reingold, Inc., Alexandria, VA

http://wwpr.org/jobs/view/senior-communications-associateproject-manager/

 

53.)  Vice President, Corporate Communications, Calvin Klein, New York City , NY

http://www.fashionjobstoday.com/jobs/43077

 

54.)  Vice President for Marketing and Communications, Carlow University, Pittsburgh, PA

https://careers.insidehighered.com/carlow-university/vice-president-marketing-and-communications/jobs/753726

 

55.)  Vice President, Communications and Marketing, and Editor-in-Chief, Trusteeship, Association of Governing Boards of Universities and Colleges, Washington , DC

https://careers.insidehighered.com/association-governing-boards-universities-and-colleges/vice-president-communications-and-marketing-and-editor-chief-trusteeship/jobs/788966

 

***  From JC Marin:

 

56.)  Manager, Proposal & Business Development, Crowell & Moring LLP, Washington, DC

 

Reporting to the Director, Business Development & Competitive Intelligence, your responsibilities as Manager, Proposal & Business Development for our Washington, DC office will be to serve as a liaison to firm wide practice and industry groups and work with them to develop and implement strategic proposal and business development initiatives.

 

Here are some of the other ways that you will play a large part in the department and in this position:

 

Overview of Responsibilities:

 

– Manage, draft and edit proposals, pitches, meeting documents, and related content to support client acquisition and retention.
– Manage and maintain all pitch and proposal collateral in coordination with all stakeholders including Business Managers, Business Development Managers and attorneys.
– Track all pitches and proposals in the pipeline and provide reports on status, deadlines and outcome of all submissions.
– Develop competitive intelligence reports to guide sound business decisions at individual, practice group, and firm levels.
– Incorporate in-depth knowledge of relevant industries and business practices into firm-wide business strategies; anticipates client needs and trends and develop responsive solutions to support practice groups and individual attorneys.
– Develop and oversee all marketing and business development-related initiatives for the practices for which you are responsible.
– Collaborate with other marketing managers and others to ensures marketing plans integrate with and support firm-wide marketing strategies and strategies of other practice groups.
– Track all pitches and proposals in the pipeline and provide reports on status, deadlines and outcome of all submissions.

 

Required Experience:

 

– This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, English or Marketing; or combination of equivalent work experience and education required.
– This position requires a minimum of five (5) years of experience in a proposal and business development role.
– Background in professional services or law firm marketing preferred.

 

Crowell & Moring LLP offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package which includes progressive options such as back up child care, wellness programs, cultural events and social activities. We are convenient to all Metro lines and offer reasonably priced on-site parking. We take great pride in our positive, friendly culture that rewards hard work and success, at the same time recognizing the importance of family and community service.

 

EOE m/f/d/v
Crowell & Moring participates in the E-Verify program.

 

Contact:

 

JC Marin
Sr. Staff Recruiter
jcmarin@crowell.com
Direct: 1.202.508.8933 | Fax: 1.202.508.8898

Crowell & Moring LLP | www.crowell.com

1001 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20004

 

***  From Andrew Hudson’s Job List:

 

57.)  National Public Relations Coordinator, 9to5, National Association of Working Women, Denver, CO

http://andrewhudsonsjobslist.com/index.cfm?PID=805&ID=9759,31748,0&S=iooquioruwr#j081015_1

 

58.)  Manager, Policy and Advocacy Communication, National Stroke Association, Centennial

http://andrewhudsonsjobslist.com/index.cfm?PID=805&ID=9759,31748,0&S=iooquioruwr#j081015_27

 

59.)  Copywriter and Editor, American Animal Hospital Association, Lakewood, CO

http://andrewhudsonsjobslist.com/index.cfm?PID=805&ID=9771,31733,0#j083115_2

 

60.)  VP, Managed Markets Content Expert, inVentiv Communications, Saratoga Springs, NY

http://careers2.hiredesk.net/viewjobs/JobDetail.asp?Comp=ICS&sPERS_ID=&TP_ID=1&JB_ID=&PROJ_ID={B45323D2-0D97-4CA8-A896-5A739C263C08}&LAN=en-US

 

61.)  Sr. Account Executive, Palio+Ignite, Santa Monica, CA

http://careers2.hiredesk.net/viewjobs/JobDetail.asp?Comp=ICS&sPERS_ID=&TP_ID=1&JB_ID=&PROJ_ID={9716623C-4753-4530-830B-D05C3A6EA30A}&LAN=en-US

 

62.)  Editor, GSW Worldwide, Columbus, Ohio

http://careers2.hiredesk.net/viewjobs/JobDetail.asp?Comp=ICS&sPERS_ID=&TP_ID=1&JB_ID=&PROJ_ID={152BDFB1-492F-4189-B4BA-780B78A63B3C}&LAN=en-U

 

63.)  Regional Communications Manager, Unimin Corporation, New Canaan, CT

 

The Regional Communications Manager will reside in our New Canaan, CT corporate headquarters and will report to our CEO.  The primary objective for this position is to lead efforts to provide internal and external communications that align with business objectives and promote Unimin’s corporate values.  Seeking candidates with prior experience in a similar role, a B.A. / B.S. or higher in either Communications or Marketing and the ability to travel as needed.

 

Key Deliverables include:

 

  • Work with Unimin’s Executive Management to implement communication strategies that promote Unimin
  • Work with Sibelco (Unimin’s parent Company) counterparts to coordinate cross-regional communications efforts. This will also include working with or coordinating the efforts of other Unimin employees or teams who should have input into or be impacted by the activity
  • Ensure Unimin’s corporate values are effectively communicated including promoting Unimin’s key messages internally and externally
  • Support Unimin’s Executive Management & other teams or employees to produce effective internal and external communications
  • Provide advisory services to internal stakeholders on communications activities
  • Provide support and partner with employees that within their role are responsible for communications activities e.g. External Relations Manager and Marketing team
  • Develop guidelines for media communication and consultation. Ensure relevant staff is aware of protocols.
  • Media monitoring
  • Develop, coordinate and distribute media releases to promote a positive awareness of the Unimin.
  • Copywriting geared toward a variety of audiences e.g. company announcements, newsletters and brochures.
  • Review of design, copy and printing of key Unimin publications or other communications
  • Maintain websites, social media and Intranet pages including working with internal and external consultants on design and regular updates of content. Ensure content is accurate and up to date.
  • Assist with the production of company-wide marketing material
  • Maintain library of template documents, images and guidelines for Unimin communications activities that support consistent and accurate key messages and knowledge about Unimin.
  • Engage and supervise photographers as required
  • Support CEO in companywide employee updates and preparing presentations
  • Develop procedures and methods to better track activities which assist in positioning and promoting Unimin as a sustainable organization.
  • Promote and support positive initiatives such as sponsorships, corporate social responsibility activities. Where possible collect information centrally for reporting purposes.
  • Work with team members to ensure all Unimin publications and written communications are of an exceptionally high standard.

https://unimin.silkroad.com/epostings/index.cfm?fuseaction=app.dspjob&jobid=291093

 

64.)  Senior Manager, Communications, The Corning Museum of Glass, Corning, NY

http://jobs.prnewsonline.com/jobseeker/job/23860260/

 

65.)  Sr. Writer – Communications, Ann & Robert Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago, Chicago, IL

https://luriechildrens.silkroad.com/epostings/index.cfm?fuseaction=app.dspjob&jobid=4486

 

66.)External Relations Advisor, Project & Technology, Shell, Houston, TX

https://www.linkedin.com/jobs2/view/66778507

 

***  From Bill Seiberlich:

 

67.)  Communications Intern, Philly POPS, Philadelphia, PA

 

Philly POPS seeks communications intern for the fall semester.

Duties include writing newsletters, website copy, news stories, press releases; social media posting and tracking; assistance managing radio promotions; maintaining photo archive; updating website; on-site assistance at events; occasional administrative office assistance; other duties as assigned.

 

Seeking a junior, senior or graduate student with a major in communications or a related field. Must be a strong writer, organized, detail-oriented and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Previous internship experience preferred.

 

About us: The Philly POPS, the largest standalone pops orchestra in the United States, delights audiences with the inspired performance of American popular music. The POPS celebrates this distinctive musical heritage through an expanding repertoire of innovative concert presentations and a robust set of educational and engagement initiatives.

Salary/Job Requirements: Part-time or full-time considered. Potential to extend internship through spring semester. The internship is unpaid, but college credit may be available. Office is located at 1518 Walnut Street. Intern will be requested to assist at some shows, which are held primarily on evenings and weekends.

How to Apply: Please send cover letter, resume and two writing samples to Sarah Maiellano, Senior Manager of Communications, smaiellano@phillypops.org.

 

68.)  Sr Communications Specialist (Internal Communications), Independence Blue Cross, Philadelphia, PA

http://ibc.hodesiq.com/job_detail.asp?JobID=5093751

 

69.)  Media Relations Coordinator, Philadelphia 76ers, Philadelphia, PA

 

Summary:

This position will play a key role in the Philadelphia 76ers Public Relations department, responsible for prioritizing the operational elements related to the department and providing support from a public relations and communication standpoint for both Business and Basketball Operations. The candidate will be heavily involved coordinating the day-to-day operations of the department, while assisting with implementation and generation of public relations initiatives across the organization.

 

The ideal candidate will be a self-starter and self-motivated team player. This position does not require travel with the team and will only

attend practices on an as-needed basis.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Assist with compilation and distribution of the 76ers daily clips to front office staff.
  • Compile and track the placement of story pitches in the market, as well as track and produce quantifiable ROI at end of year for media placed by Public Relations department.
  • Concentration on Media Operations, including but not limited to:

o Coordinate set-up of broadcast location, media section and workroom, post-game press conference area

o Completion of post-game quotes

o Delivering packets to visiting media members

o Coordinate the distribution of all information for the media table, including packets for next opponents, releases, game notes, etc.

o Coordinate and assign game night staff schedule and assignments

  • Coordinate all operational elements related to press conferences, Media Day, media availabilities, etc.
  • Manage and oversee the 76ers media credential process, including accurate tracking and distribution throughout the NBA season.
  • Generate and provide travel lists to upcoming opponents and game previews to media members throughout season.
  • Assist with the production of team yearbook, game day program, NBA publications and media guide.
  • Oversee daily departmental administrative operations.
  • Answer phones, maintain calendar and departmental schedules.
  • Assist with day-to-day management of departmental interns.
  • Participate in brainstorming sessions and execution of Public Relations deliverables.
  • Develop, establish and maintain relationships with media members in the city, state and region.
  • Other duties within department as assigned by Director of Public Relations.

 

Qualifications:

  • Minimum of Bachelor Degree in Communications, Public Relations or Marketing
  • Minimum of two years of public relations or communications experience preferred
  • Prior industry experience preferred, but not required.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook
  • Detail-oriented w/excellent organizational skills
  • Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills
  • Self-motivated with a strong work ethic
  • Creative and proactive problem solver
  • Must be able to work flexible hours including nights, weekends and holidays

 

EOE

 

Hours: 40 hours/week – events, nights and weekends as required

How to Apply: Please send resume, cover letter, and salary requirements to Tyneeha Rivers, Director of Human Resources at tyneeharivers@sixers.com.

 

70.)  Director Media Relations & Corporate Communications, Maryland General Hospital, Baltimore , MD

http://www.simplyhired.com/job/director-media-relations-corporate-communications-job/maryland-general-hospital/4cv5ou4asv

 

71.)  Internal Communications Specialist, American Institutes for Research, Washington, DC

http://philanthropynewsdigest.org/jobs/19307-internal-communications-specialist

 

72.)  VP, Product Communications, CA Technologies,  Santa Clara, CA

http://www.simplyhired.com/job/vp-product-communications-job/ca-technologies/tzqmcbg63e

 

73.)  Communications and Marketing Manager, Rubicon Programs, Richmond, California

http://philanthropynewsdigest.org/jobs/19180-communications-and-marketing-manager

 

***  Your weekly JOTW alternative selections:

 

74.)  Animal Control Officer, Forest and Wildlife Group, West Columbia, AL

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

 

  • Knowledge of relevant local and state codes, regulations, and laws.
  • Knowledge of the principles of vehicle maintenance.
  • Knowledge of various species and breeds of animals.
  • Knowledge of the techniques used in the safe capture, handling, and care of animals. Knowledge of criminal court procedures.
  • Skill in using catch-poles, traps, and assigned weapons.
  • Skill in problem solving and decision making.
  • Skill in the reading and interpreting road maps.
  • Skill in operating standard office equipment. Skill in oral and written communication.

 

Minimum Educational and Training Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or GED; one to two years of progressively responsible related experience, or any combination of education, training and experience which provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license.

 

http://wwpr.org/jobs/view/animal-control-officer/

 

 

***  Weekly Piracy Report:

 

172-15   15.08.2015: 2330 LT: Posn : 06:14N – 098:59E: 38nm West off Pulau Langkawi, Malacca Straits.

Five pirates armed with rifles in a speed boat attacked and hijacked a fishing vessel and sailed towards Thailand’s territorial waters. On receiving information about the hijack from the Fisheries Department, the MMEA contacted with the Royal Thailand Marine Police who launched a search. The fishing vessel was located at Taratao Island on 17.8.2015 and towed to Saturn, Thailand. On 19.8.2015 a MMEA vessel escorted the fishing vessel safely to Kuala Kedah.

 

 

***  Ball cap of the week:  Relay for Life – American Cancer Society

 

***  Coffee Mug of the week:  Fogcutter – Makaha, Hawaii

 

***  Polo-shirt of the week:   Fern’s Country Store, Carlisle, Mass.

 

***  Musical guest artist of the week:   Bad Seed Rising

 

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