JOB OPENINGS - Political, Legislative, Non-Profit

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JOB OPENINGS - Political, Legislative, Non-Profit
(Week of 3/23/09)
 

Administrative Assistant - City of Los Angeles
Legislative Representative - City of Los Angeles
Government Relations Attorney - Kaiser Permanente
The California Public Employees' Retirement System
Director of Government Affairs - California Retailers Association
California Unemployment Insurance Appeals Board
Associate Lobbyist - Consumer Attorneys of CA
Forward Observer
Chief Executive Officer -Santa Barbara County Employees' Retirement
State Policy Director - Fight Crime: Invest in Kids
Operations Manager - The Children's Partnership
Policy Analyst - CCALAC
Executive Director - National Chavez Center
Associate Director - Los Angeles City College Foundation

Administrative Assistant - City of Los Angeles, Mayor's Office of Legislative and Intergovernmental Relations.

Responsible for general office duties and lobbyist/legislative support. Salary negotiable. More information: e-mail donna.estacio@lacity.org.

Legislative Representative, City of Los Angeles - Mayor's Office of Legislative and Intergovernmental Relations.

Work at direction of Chief Legislative Representative Jim DeBoo, assist in developing strategies to implement Mayor's/City's priorities and objectives. Salary negotiable. More information: e-mail donna.estacio@lacity.org.

Government Relations Attorney - Kaiser Permanente (Oakland)

Minimum 3 years experience including legislative, health care policy, health services research and knowledge of managed care regulation needed for full-time position. Competitive salary commensurate with experience. Apply: http://kaiserpermanentejobs.org, req. #1223.

The California Public Employees' Retirement System

The California Public Employees' Retirement System seeks 3 CEA V positions: Deputy Executive Officer, Benefits Administration, details here; Deputy Executive Officer, Operations, details here; Director of External Affairs, details here. Salaries start at $9544/month. Final Filing 4/10/09. Contact (916)795-0426.

Director of Government Affairs - California Retailers Association.

In-house lobbyist coordinating activities/advocacy for CRA's Chain Drug Committee and representing retail industry on other issues. Capitol experience preferred. Salary based on experience, full benefits. Resumes: Tawni Escudero, tescudero@calretailers.com, fax (916)441-4218.

California Unemployment Insurance Appeals Board

California Unemployment Insurance Appeals Board seeks CEA IV, Chief Administrative Law Judge for Appellate Operations, second level of appeals. Salary range $9,018.00 - $10,459.46/Month; Final Filing 3/23/09 or until filled. Get details here. Contact: kiml@cuiab.ca.gov.

Associate Lobbyist - Consumer Attorneys of CA

Entry level advocate: research/monitor legislation, write position letters, conduct legal research. Law degree or law school experience required/Capitol experience preferred. Salary to $55,000 DOE plus benefits. Resumes: Nancy Peverini, Nancyp@caoc.org, fax (916)442-7734.

Forward Observer

Consulting firm seeks high-performing individuals with strong research, writing, analytic, and quantitative skills to conduct business/economic strategy and political analyses for clients in fast-paced setting. Competitive salary/benefits. Cover letter, resume, writing sample to careers@fwdobserver.com.

Chief Executive Officer - Santa Barbara County Employees' Retirement

Assets of $1.3 billion. Candidates may apply by March 20, 2009. Salary depends on qualifications. Contact Eric Middleton at (562)901-0769, emiddleton@alliancerc.com. Additional information at www.allianceresourceconsulting.com. EEO/ADA.

State Policy Director - Fight Crime: Invest in Kids (Sacramento)

Educate legislators about public investments that steer kids away from crime. 5 years minimum legislative staff/advocacy experience required. All party affiliations welcome. Competitive salary/benefits. Announcement: http://www.fightcrime.org/jobs.php?id=125.

Operations Manager - The Children's Partnership

The Children’s Partnership seeks a well-organized self-starter & problem-solver to serve as its full-time Operations Manager, the “go-to” person for the day-to-day operations of a busy, bicoastal advocacy organization working to improve the lives of America’s children. Duties include Operations Management, Staff Liaison, and Accounts Payable & Receivable Management in addition to Communications and Program Support. Full description: http://www.childrenspartnership.org. Salary: High 30’s — Low 40’s (D.O.E.). Excellent Benefits. Forward cover letter, resume, and brief writing sample to (310)260-1921 (Fax) or operations.search@childrenspartnership.org. No calls please.

Policy Analyst - CCALAC

Community Clinic Association of Los Angeles County (CCALAC) is a membership organization dedicated to the promotion of free and community clinics as providers of quality comprehensive health care for the medically underserved people of LA County.

CCALAC seeks a policy analyst who will play a key role in helping CCALAC and its Government Affairs team research, develop and drive a policy agenda to improve the position of community clinics on local/state/federal levels. The candidate will communicate with the media, elected officials, county and state agencies, members and the public.

This position requires excellent analytical, communication and writing skills, with Bachelor’s degree, preferably in government, political science, public policy, public health, communications or related field. Strong candidates would have a minimum of 3-5 years experience in communications, public policy, or policy analysis and an advanced degree.

Competitive salary and benefits

Contact: Policy Analyst Search - C. Hundley
1055 Wilshire Blvd. #1400, Los Angeles CA 90017
Fax (213)201-6519, chundley@ccalac.org

Executive Director - National Chavez Center

SUMMARY
This Executive Director position oversees the implementation and evaluation of all revenue producing programs and educational programs for the National Chavez Center (NCC). The Executive Director reports directly to the Board of Directors and is responsible for the overall operation of the (NCC) and its staff, as well as the promotion and outreach for NCC.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLILITIES:

Administration
• Responsible for overseeing payroll, licenses, permits and government compliance
• Developing and carrying out strategic and operational plans
• Managing and monitoring the finances and budget for NCC operations
• Directing and supervising all NCC staff including employee development and training, performance management, and policy enforcement.
• Developing an effective business plan for NCC

Fundraising
• Managing and participating in project fundraising for NCC.
• Plan, implement, and evaluate event-specific fund raising activities within assigned geographic area
• Responsible for developing relationships with community organizations responding to publicized needs, in order to identify and develop fundraising “tie-ins" with organizations where the NCC receives proceeds from the events.
• Builds and expands strong relationships at various levels within corporations and foundations identifying financial and program support to the NCC

Programming
• Oversee coordination of exhibits, cultural and community events, and trainings
• Ensure that programs are implemented efficiently and effectively
• Responsible for establishing and maintaining a positive relationship with the community by networking and collaborating with other organizations.

Sales and Marketing
• Providing a high degree of visibility to diverse communities by representing the NCC at the local, regional, state, national, and international level
• Developing and implementing marketing and outreach plan for NCC.
• Developing and strengthening partnerships with relevant groups to further the visibility of the NCC.
• Serve as primary sales contact for the NCC and will oversee all sales and marketing of all meeting spaces, adhering to all guidelines of written policy.

Food and Catering Services
• Overseeing that the NCC achieves maximum revenue and profit potential while exceeding guest expectations
• Overseeing the development and execution of action plans to increase catering activity, creativity and profit
• Overseeing that sanitation and safety standards are maintained above levels that are acceptable according to State and Federal regulations.

Property Management, Grounds Keeping and Facilities
• Overseeing all aspects of the conference center, visitor center, memorial garden, grounds and facilities.
• Oversee the operations and management of the property and ensuring that the property is fiscally sound and managed effectively and efficiently.

Event Management
• Oversee event coordination activities for all special events.
• Responsible for overseeing events and monitoring events in accordance with standards
• Overseeing and ensuring follow up with client during and after event to ensure client satisfaction.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES
• Experience in multi-tasking of projects and project management
• Proficient Knowledge of MS Office - Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint
• Working knowledge of food and hospitality sales systems
• Working knowledge of liquor control procedures and basic food handling and sanitation standards
• Ability to work well with people, in a team environment, and to communicate effectively both written and oral
• Ability to function in a fast paced environment, under short time constraints, and within established deadlines
• Bilingual Spanish preferred but not required

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• BA or BS with emphasis in hospitality, food & beverage, business administration, educational programs or related field
• Five to seven years experience in conference services or related position with three years supervisory/management experience
• Previous experience in educational programming required

Please forward resume to:
Email: fwmrecruiter@hotmail.com
Fax (661)822-1058

Associate Director - Los Angeles City College Foundation

The Los Angeles City College Foundation is seeking an Associate Director to work closely with the Executive Director of this dynamic organization which houses the Alumni Association and administers scholarship funds as well as serving as the college’s development office.

The successful candidate will assist the Executive Director in the planning and coordination of the day-today activities of the Foundation, including:

• Identifying and soliciting funds from private individuals, corporations and foundations.

• Plan and implement an innovative approach to finding and recruiting LACC alumni from existing sources of raw data dating back to 1929 for the reinvigoration of the alumni association.

• Coordinate fundraising events.

• Assure compliance with all federal, state and local laws, relevant to events and the associated general appeal.

• Assist in the planning and coordinating of assigned activities and events aimed at donor prospects including alumni, retired staff and special target groups.

• Work with the Executive Director and the contracted grant writer to prepare written proposals and grant reports.

• Assist in the development and implementation of strategies for volunteer leadership and enhanced community involvement in fund raising activities.

• Assist administrators, Foundation Board of Directors and other key individuals in planning and managing specific activities.

• Recruit, organize and direct the efforts of volunteers in fund-raising activities.

• Manage and Oversee Marketing and Public Relations.

• Assist in the design and contents of fund development informational literature.

Qualifications:

• 5 years experience in an academic fundraising setting

• Alumni Association experience

• Proven track record in grant acquisition and implementation

• Events production experience

• Experience managing a comprehensive development program

• Strong oral and written communication skills

• Proven ability to establish and meet goals

• Effective management and interpersonal skills

• Professional approach to work

• Experience in Raiser’s Edge a plus

• College degree required

Competitive salary and benefits commensurate with experience

Email resume (as a PDF or Word document) and salary requirements to info@laccfoundation.org; no phone calls please.

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