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ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT--East River Development Alliance--The East River Development Alliance, a community development corporation in Long Island City, Queens, is looking for a dynamic and detail oriented Administrative Assistant to provide general office support for the organization and direct support to the Executive Team. Duties include preparation of reports and memos; creating spreadsheets; working on databases; reception; mail. Qualifications: Associate's degree with 3 years experience in office environment. Strong knowledge of administrative and fiscal practices. Excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal, and computer skills. Must have excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, type at least 60 words/minute and be well organized. Salary: $33,000-$36,000. Looking to hire ASAP. Email cover letter and resume to: debraellen@erdalliance.org.

ADMINISTRATIVE DIRECTOR--NY Designs - ACE - LaGuardia Community College--The Administrative Director will manage administration for NY Designs’ staff and operations. Duties include reports and presentations; maintain business contacts; accounting; maintenance; curriculum and marketing support; manage employees. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Bachelor’s degree with 1-year experience in incubator/fast-growing office environment. Proven ability to design and complete administrative and fiscal procedures. Excellent communication and computer skills. Committed to the goals of the Division of Adult and Continuing Education. Prior experience in business incubator preferred but not required. Salary: Commensurate with education/experience. Apply by January 31, 2007 Mail cover letter and resume: Max Cohen NY Designs 45-50 30th Street Long Island City, NY 11101 http://www.nydesigns.org THE RESEARCH FOUNDATION OF THE CITY UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT EMPLOYER.

ASSOCIATE DEAN, ACADEMIC AND CAREER DEVELOPMENT--Division of Adult and Continuing Education, LaGuardia Community College--Oversees academic/career development areas, leads program development and operations for fee-based programs. Minimum of master’s, 8 years in higher ed/comparable setting, 5 years supervisory experience. Excellent leadership, communication, fiscal and personnel management skills. SEND BY 2/28/2007 TO: Edna Best, Room C-227, LaGuardia Community College, 31-10 Thomson Ave., Long Island City, NY 11101 FAX: (718) 609-2036. Resume review begins 1/15/07. Additional information: www.lagcc.cuny.edu. EEO/AA/IRCA/ ADA Employer

BOOKKEEPER--Girls Educational and Mentoring Services--Part Time Bookkeeper, GEMS, will perform all aspects of non-profit financial accounting including accounts payable, receivable, grants management and reporting, maintaining financial records spreadsheets and files. Must have an accounting degree and/or experience, be detail and deadline oriented. Email cover letter and resume to Yvette Velez Yvette@gems-girls.org

BUDGET AND POLICY ANALYST--NYC Independent Budget Office--The NYC Independent Budget Office seeks an analyst to focus on the parks, sanitation, and environmental protection departments. The successful candidate must be multitalented and self-motivated, able to juggle multiple projects and have advanced quantitative and policy analytic skills. Previous experience researching and analyzing municipal budgets and services—especially parks, sanitation, or environmental protection—is preferred. Must be a clear writer, and able to translate complex information into accessible prose. Candidate must be comfortable interacting with public officials and agency staffs as well as civic and advocacy groups. A Master's degree in public administration, finance, business, economics, or a related field, along with two to five years experience, is preferred; equivalent work experience may substitute. Salary range $40,768-$65,000. EOE. Must be a city resident within 90 days. Resume and cover letter to resumes@ibo.nyc.ny.us or fax to 212-442-0350.

CITY FUTURES BUSINESS OFFICE INTERN--City Futures--Join one of New York City’s most exciting non-profits, City Futures, an organization devoted to rethinking, reframing and improving the debate around cities. City Futures comprises City Limits, an urban affairs news magazine that has explored the issues that matter to New York City neighborhoods for almost 30 years and Center for an Urban Future, a think tank that fuses journalistic reporting techniques with traditional policy analysis to produce in-depth reports and workable policy solutions on the critical issues facing cities. Business Office Interns will work closely with the Director of Business Affairs and the Executive Director to streamline the daily operations of this ever-evolving organization. Specific duties include marketing and distribution research, preparing promotional materials, filing, and database maintenance. Candidates must be able to pay great attention to detail. Proficient in Microsoft Word. Excel and Access a plus. 10-15hrs/week. This is an unpaid position, but can be used for credit. Find out more about the organization at www.citylimits.org and www.nycfuture.org. Please send a cover letter and resume via mail to: City Futures Business Internship, 120 Wall Street 20th Floor New York NY 10005 or Intern@citylimits.org.

CITY LIMITS EDITORIAL INTERN--City Limits--City Limits, New York’s urban affairs news source, covers the issues that matter to New York City’s neighborhoods. City Limits provides information and analysis you will not find anywhere else on policies and players, strategies and programs—from the front lines of advocacy and politics to affordable housing, from federal spending to local political races, from community gardens to inclusionary zoning. Editorial interns at City Limits Weekly assist senior staff with research, reporting and newsroom support duties. Interns are encouraged to pitch and write their own stories, which vary from short items (150 - 300 words) to longer magazine features (400 - 1,000 words). Published clips and knowledge of New York City a must. Areas of interest include: government, housing, criminal justice, education and economic development. The internship is unpaid, but interns are paid freelance rates for longer published stories. To apply, mail a resume, three clips and a cover letter detailing why you want to work at City Limits to: City Limits Editorial Internship 120 Wall Street, 20th floor New York, NY 10005 intern@citylimits.org

COMMUNITY ORGANIZER--Housing Conservation Coordinators--The community organizer helps West Siders build and win neighborhood-wide campaigns around affordable housing and other local issues in Hell’s Kitchen. The organizer works with community leaders, local government and housing advocates to organize West Siders, protect affordable housing and strengthen our membership-based organization. Work hours flexible with some evening meetings. Spanish-speaking preferred. Salary DOE. Send cover letter & resume by 1/15/07 to jraskin@hcc-nyc.org.

COMMUNITY ORGANIZERS: 3 POSITIONS AVAILABLE--NWBCCC--The Northwest Bronx Community and Clergy Coalition seeks 3 experienced community organizers to organize residents around education, immigration, and housing issues. Requires minimum of 1 to 2 years organizing experience (depending on the position), commitment to social justice and fluency in Spanish. Salary commensurate with experience plus good benefits. Send cover letter and resume to laura@northwestbronx.org and James@northwestbronx.org or fax to (718) 733-6922.

COORDINATOR OF RESEARCH AND PUBLIC POLICY--Professional Staff Congress/CUNY, AFT Local 2334--Application deadline: January 15, 2007. .....The PSC is a progressive, activist union representing 20,000 faculty and staff at the City University of New York. Seeking experienced individual to work with union leadership in analyzing budget and higher education policy, developing policy and legislative initiatives, and developing outreach campaigns to students and the community. Salary $65,000+, depending on experience. .....For complete description and how to apply, see www.unionjobs.com/staff/ny/aft2334-32.html. The PSC is an equal opportunity employer. Women and people of color strongly encouraged to apply.

DEAN, WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT--Adult & Continuing Education, LaGuardia Comm Coll--Oversees eight workforce development and training areas. Responsible for range of programmatic and grant-related initiatives and functions. Minimum of master’s, 10 years in higher ed/comparable setting, 6 years of high-level management experience. Excellent interpersonal, leadership, communication skills. SEND BY 2/28/2007 TO: Damaris Salyer, LaGuardia Community College, 31-10 Thomson Ave., C-227, Long Island City, NY 11101 FAX: (718) 609-2036. Resume review begins 1/15/07. Additional information: www.lagcc.cuny.edu EEO/AA/IRCA/ADA Employer

DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT--Girls Educational and Mentoring Services--Director of Development, GEMS, www.gems-girls.org, will expand upon the current development plan, build support from major donors, foundations, corporations, government, individuals and through special events. Bachelor’s degree plus proven fundraising track record, ability to prioritize and work in a grassroots community based organization required. Women of color and minorities encouraged to apply. Email cover letter, resume, two writing samples and salary requirements to Patti Binder patti@gems-girls.org

DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT--Lawyers Alliance for New York--Lawyers Alliance for New York, the leading provider of business legal services to NYC nonprofit groups using staff and volunteer attorneys, seeks professional to lead and manage all aspects of its development program. 5+ years fundraising exp (foundations, corporations, law firms, events). Strong organizational, computer, writing, and interpersonal skills essential. Salary and benefits competitive. E-mail resume with salary req to: developmentdirectorsearch@lawyersalliance.org or fax to (212) 941-7458. No calls please.

DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT & COMMUNICATIONS--Brooklyn Legal Services Corporation A--Brooklyn Legal Services Corporation A (Brooklyn A) is seeking an experienced Director of Development and External Communications to sustain and expand its very successful fundraising and communications activities. The candidate will build upon 12 years of ongoing development and communications work. Brooklyn A is a national leader in providing community-based legal services to low-income families, individuals and organizations in North and East Brooklyn since 1968. Our three offices are located in the Williamsburg, East New York, and Bushwick neighborhoods. Brooklyn A’s mission is the constant pursuit of justice, empowerment, and community development for our clients and their community organizations. The candidate will develop, implement and lead the organization’s annual fund development and communications plan. It will include the full range of development activities ranging from seeking private and public grant support, furthering the efforts of the Board of Directors and the Advisory Committee, expanding Annual Fund giving, and running a major Annual Awards Benefit. Salary depends upon skills and experience. Benefits are excellent. To apply, forward a cover letter with your resume and current or most recent salary to: Martin S. Needelman, Esq. Project Director & Chief Counsel Brooklyn Legal Services Corporation A Shriver Tyler MacCrate Center for Justice 256-260 Broadway Brooklyn, NY 11211 Email: MNeedelman@bka.org Fax: 718-782-6790 Brooklyn A is an equal opportunity employer. In particular, we encourage women, persons of color, and other members of historically discriminated against classes of applicants to apply.

EDITORIAL ASSISTANT--SSEU Local 371--Progressive labor union in Manhattan seeking experienced editorial assistant. Candidate should have extensive knowledge of workers and unions, strong journalism experience, and highly developed computer and internet skills. Salary and additional financial compensation, $45,000 plus. We are also offering an excellent medical, pension, holiday, sick leave, and vacation package. Email resume, writing sample(s), and cover letter to mconklin@sseu371.org and mfishgold@earthlink.net. Local 371 is an equal opportunity employer and encourages and supports diversity in the workplace.

FINANCE AND HR ASSOCIATE--inMotion, Inc.--InMotion seeks an organized, efficient and reliable individual to join its four-member Finance and Operations department. The position requires great attention to detail, excellent communication skills and strong follow-up skills. Candidates should have an excellent knowledge of Peachtree Complete Accounting 2007 and MS Office Suite 2003 and must be able to work well both independently and as part of a team. A minimum of three (3) years of accounting experience is preferred. Proficient skills in computer technology are a definite plus. Responsibilities: • Processing and verifying accounts payable, accounts receivable and petty cash; • Reconciling contributions and ticket purchases from our donor database (Raiser’s Edge) with our accounting system (Peachtree Complete 2007); • Processing paperwork and conducting benefit orientation for all new hires; • Creating and maintaining all personnel files; • Handling non-exempt payroll, enrollment and administration of employee benefits, and maintaining accrual of paid time off; • Working with Director, Finance and Operations, on annual audit; • Reviewing and updating Employee Handbook semi-annually, as well as distributing information to employees regarding organizational policies and procedures; and • Interfacing with consultants and vendors to coordinate technological support. Please send resume and cover letter to: Nancy Nagourney, Director, Finance and Operations, inMotion,Fax: (212) 695-9519 or email: nnagourney@inmotiononline.org

HOUSING DEVELOPER, PART TIME--Impact Development Inc--Part time affordable housing project manager needed to manage all aspects of development, including generating development budgets and monitoring them, managing closings, coordinating plannning-zoning applications, assisting in overall development strategy/field work and some light admin. Email cover letter and resume to cipinc@comcast.net. No calls please.

INVESTIGATIONS EDITOR--City Limits--City Limits, New York City’s urban affairs news source for 30 years, seeks an experienced journalist with street smarts, a demonstrated record of accomplishment, and in-depth knowledge of New York City and its neighborhoods, politics and institutions. The Investigations Editor will take a lead role in writing, assigning and editing long-form investigative pieces about New York City and its housing, social welfare and economic development policies. The editor will also contribute to City Limits' growing website and weekly e-letter. City Limits ( www.citylimits.org ) is published by City Futures, Inc., a nonprofit organization, which also operates the Center for an Urban Future ( www.nycfuture.org ), an urban policy think tank. Requirements: No fewer than 6 years as a practicing journalist, proven experience in investigative journalism, superior interpersonal and leadership skills, media savvy, as well as a business and editorial vision. Women and people of color are encouraged to apply. Salary commensurate with experience. Applicants should send resume and cover letter, with salary requirements, to: Andrew Breslau, Executive Director, City Futures, 120 Wall Street, 20th Floor, New York, NY 10005, or e-mail to search@citylimits.org. No phone inquiries, please.

LEGAL ADVOCACY CASE MANAGER--Girls Educational and Mentoring Services--Legal Advocacy Case Manager, GEMS, www.gems-girls.org, will provide court advocacy and case management to young women ages 12 – 21 who are survivors of commercial sexual exploitation and involved in criminal court. Ability to work with girls, families, and the criminal justice community required. Must be sensitive to the needs of exploited young women, have outstanding communication skills and prior case management experience. Formerly incarcerated or sex industry survivors encouraged to apply. Email a cover letter, resume and 3 references to gemsgirls06@yahoo.com

MARKETING COORDINATOR--Restored Homes HDFC--Seeking a qualified individual who will oversee marketing/sales of affordable homes to low/moderate income families in NYC. Interested individuals must have experience with HPD's marketing procedures and knowledge of mortgage products and pre-purchaser counseling. If qualified and interested: email sdavola@neighborhoodrestore.com with salary requirements.

POLICY ASSOCIATE--Supportive Housing Network of NY--The Network is hiring a full-time Policy Associate. Responsibilities include: working with Network members and government partners to collect and maintain the supportive housing data that drives the Network’s policy and advocacy work; conducting research on homelessness and supportive housing; and assisting the Director of Policy to write policy briefs, testimony and other materials. Bachelor’s degree with at least 1-2 years of research, advocacy or policy experience in housing, homelessness or related field is required. Ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, possess strong research, writing and analytical skills, and be proficient in Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Salary commensurate with experience. Qualified individuals should email their cover letter and resume to rhosein@shnny.org. EOE.

POLICY RESEARCH INTERN--Center for an Urban Future--The Center for an Urban Future is a New York-based think tank that fuses journalistic reporting techniques with traditional policy analysis to produce in-depth reports and workable policy solutions on the critical issues facing our cities. Founded nearly 10 years ago, the Center has become one of New York City’s most respected policy organizations, known for credible, fact-based research and solutions-oriented studies. The sister organization of City Limits magazine, the Center’s research focuses on economic development, higher education and workforce development. The Center seeks an intern with experience in journalism or public policy research to assist staff in researching a variety of issues impacting New York City, primarily on studies related to economic development and workforce development. Responsibilities include extensive phone interviews, Web research, attending policy meetings and writing. Other duties include coordinating meetings with government officials, maintaining the Center’s database and assisting on all reports. To apply, send resume and cover letter by email or traditional mail to: Center for an Urban Future 120 Wall Street, 20th Floor New York, NY 10005 tcolton@nycfuture.org This is an unpaid internship.

PRESIDENT--FirstSource Staffing--Dynamic Brooklyn CDC seeks a socially motivated entrepreneur to manage an innovative temporary staffing business. Responsibilities include: business development and marketing, strategic planning; supervision and financial management. An MBA or equivalent, and experience in sales, the staffing industry or social enterprise preferred but not required. Full description at: www.fssny.com/cr.cfm/67. Resume and Cover Letter to: FSS Manager Search, c/o FAC, 621 DeGraw St, Bklyn 11217 or fax (718) 237-5366. AA/EOE.

PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE--CUNY School of Professional Studies--Department: School of Professional Studies Location: The Graduate School and University Center/Central Office The City University of New York (CUNY) is the nation's largest public urban university, serving more than 450,000 degree and adult and continuing education students. CUNY offers academic programs online and through 19 campuses located throughout New York City. The School of Professional Studies: CUNY's School of Professional Studies (SPS) offers credit-bearing and non-credit baccalaureate and post-baccalaureate level certificate programs and courses. Housed within CUNY's Graduate School and University Center, SPS programs are designed to meet the needs of working professionals and employer organizations, as well as individuals seeking new opportunities for personal growth through study in new areas of interest. Drawing on faculty and academic programs from CUNY's 19 campuses as well as other leading experts in a range of fields, SPS offers a wide range of innovative educational programs. SPS offers the University's first fully online degree program, the CUNY Online Baccalaureate. The Dean of the School of Professional Studies is the school's chief Administrative Officer; the President of the Graduate School and University Center is its chief Academic Officer. Duties and Responsibilities: Reporting to the Director of Program Development, the Program Development Associate will: • Assist in the development and implementation of new courses, multi-course certificate programs, and degree programs. Coordinate course provider arrangements with faculty and internal and external partners. • Coordinate all elements of course/program development, following the established SPS course development and approval process. Monitor and document progress and timelines. • Assist in the preparation of program budgets, revenue projections, and revenue-sharing arrangements with partner organizations; assist in market research to support new programs. • Coordinate the timely completion and delivery of course/program materials, submission of proposals for approval to the SPS Governing Committee and to the NYS Education Department, and maintain all general correspondence. • Assist with the management of programs in operation by coordinating activities with faculty and the School's academic, marketing, enrollment and registration, and student services staff. • Facilitate productive relationships among University administrators, faculty, and staff; as appropriate, introduce and involve additional University faculty and staff in the course/program development process. • Assist with the development of SPS structures and processes for course/program development, standards, and academic requirements. Help define and create the process for offering degree programs through SPS. • Other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Minimum requirements for the position: • Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree preferred. • A minimum of two (2) years full-time experience directly related to program management, preferably in higher education or professional development. • Organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to follow established processes. • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, demanding, and complex work environment, with the ability to carry out complex assignments and adapt to changing situations and priorities. • Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). Strong computer skills necessary. • Strong written and oral communication skills required. Salary: $55,000 - $75,000.00 Submit Cover Letter and Resume to: Andrew Reynolds CUNY School of Professional Studies The Graduate School and University Center 365 Fifth Avenue, Room 8306 New York, NY 10016 You may also apply for this job at our website: http://www.rfcuny.org/hr/pvn/cgi-bin/show_job.asp?pvn=REA-324

PROGRAM DIRECTOR--Benincasa Family Services--Community Advisory Center in Jamaica is seeking a Program Director. Responsibilities include: administering/supervising daily operations of the center; researching the needs and resources of the community; managing and administering existing grants and researching additional sources of funding; representing the center to the community. Requirements include: MSW/related degree or equivalent experience; computer literacy; good communication skills; familiarity with the grant process; supervisory experience. Fax resumes to 631-842-1596.

PROJECT MANAGER--Mosholu Preservation Corporation--Mosholu Preservation Corporation, a nonprofit community development organization, seeks to hire a Project Manager to coordinate contracts, fundraising, and community outreach efforts. The Project Manager will be responsible for managing contracts with government agencies, coordinating contract schedules, tasks and documentation and ensuring compliance with deadlines for grant applications and foundation reports. The Project Manager will also be a key contact with community leaders in the development of cooperative community improvement projects. The Project Manager will help program staff plan and coordinate local events. Candidates must have good writing skills, be well organized, be able to manage important tasks simultaneously, and have at least two years experience working for a nonprofit organization or government agency. Competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience. E-mail cover letter and resume to blucio@mpcbronx.org or mail to: Dart Westphal, President, Mosholu Preservation Corporation 3400 Reservoir Oval East, Bronx, NY 10467

SPECIAL ASSISTANT TO THE MANHATTAN BOROUGH PRESIDENT--Manhattan Borough President's Office--Manhattan Borough President Scott Stringer seeks a Special Assistant to be part of his collaborative and energetic team. Candidates must have excellent organizational skills as well as the ability to work on multiple assignments simultaneously. Candidates must be familiar with Manhattan’s communities/neighborhoods and be flexible with regard to work hours. Traveling with the Borough President and facilitating his appearances at meetings and events will be a large part of the job. Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree and at least two years of public service experience with prior scheduling experience strongly preferred. NYC residency required. Email cover letter and resume to dbillings@manhattanbp.org. EOE.

EDITORIAL INFO: The City Limits Weekly is a free news and resource guide for New Yorkers, published every Monday by the staff of City Limits. Feel free to contact us with news tips, questions or needs you have discovered in the neighborhoods where you live or work. E-mail City Limits Weekly Editor Karen Loew at karen@citylimits.org or call 212.479.3351.

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