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CHILD PROTECTIVE SPECIALISTS--NYC Administration for Children’s Services (ACS)--The Administration for Children’s Services (ACS) is currently seeking individuals with strong communication, writing, organizational and observational skills for: Child Protective Specialists. Child Protective Specialists perform a wide range of social service duties to ensure the safety and well being of all the children of New York. Child Protective Specialists PROTECT children by investigating more than 50,000 reports of abuse or neglect each year. Child Protective Specialists HELP families in need through counseling, referrals to drug rehabilitation programs and other preventive services. Starting salary is $38,046 a year. After an 18-month period of training and field placement, this salary increases to $44,060. Candidates for these positions MUST have a Bachelor’s degree. Major course of study must include a combination of 24 semester credits in the following fields (12 credits must be in one discipline): Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Human Services, Criminal Justice, Cultural Anthropology, Nursing, Early Childhood/and or Elementary Education. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: ACS seeks candidates who are bilingual possessing proficiency in speaking, writing and reading foreign languages. Equal proficiency in English is a MUST. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Section 424-A of the New York Social Services Law requires an authorized agency to inquire whether a candidate for employment with child-caring responsibilities has been the subject of a child abuse and maltreatment report. NOTICE: ACS requires candidates for this position, who are not currently working for ACS, to undergo comprehensive drug screening. Candidates that do not successfully pass the drug screening will not receive a start date or job assignment from ACS. After completion of 18 months satisfactory probation, passing grade on civil service exam and 30 credits towards a master’s degree in social work or comparable discipline, specialists may advance to supervisory positions, which include substantial pay increases. For immediate consideration, please send your resume with a cover letter to: ACS Division of Personnel/ Recruitment, 150 William Street – 16th floor, JVN# 067- 070187B-NP, New York, New York 10038, Attn: R. Team. ACS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Michael R. Bloomberg Mayor John B. Mattingly Commissioner

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.

COMMUNITY LIAISON--NYS Assembly--Brooklyn Assemblymember seeking Community Liaison for district office. Responsibilities include constituent services, correspondence, and representing Assemblymember to elected officials, agencies, and community organizations. Ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal and writing skills. Excellent benefits. Email resume, cover letter to assemblybrooklyn@yahoo.com.

COMMUNITY ORGANIZER--Movement for Justice in El Barrio--Named “Best Power to the People Movement in NYC” by the Village Voice, Movement is an immigrant-led multi-issue organization fighting for justice in East Harlem. Movement organizes immigrants to fight gentrification. Fluent English/Spanish, 2 years organizing experience a must. Contact movementforjusticeinelbarrio@yahoo.com, (212)561-0555.

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.

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--Northern Manhattan Improvement Corporation--Assumes overall responsibility for the identification of potential public and private funding sources including funding requests, responses to RFPs and corporate/individuation solicitations. Oversees promotional publications, and establishes/updates donor/funding listing. MA/MS & 2 years proven ability and experience. Must be fluent in written and spoken English. Send Resume/Cover/Salary Requirement to NMIC HR DEVELOPMENT POSITION by fax (212) 928-4180 or employment@nmic.org.

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST--Bridge Street Development Corp.--Bridge Street Development Corporation is seeking an Economic Development Specialist. The specialist is responsible for the development and implementation of program activities that will enhance economic development in the Bedford-Stuyvesant community of Brooklyn. Responsibilities include serving as a broker in recruiting and assisting businesses interested in locating in Bedford-Stuyvesant. Developing and implementing a businesses recruitment and retention campaign. Organizing and growing merchants associations. Qualifications: the successful candidate must possess and demonstrate the ability and understanding of business principals and local, regional, and state government or the business equivalent of building partnership to achieve a goal. The candidate must have excellent oral and written communication skills. He or she must also be innovative and energetic with excellent planning skills, proven project management skills and expertise in team building. Bachelor’s degree in economics, marketing, planning or business administration or related field, and five years of increasingly responsible work experience in any combination of public or private business, real estate or economic development, including a minimum of two years experience in small business management. Masters Degree preferred. Email cover letter and resume to cgpierre@bsdcorp.org.

EMPLOYMENT COUNSELOR--City of New York/Parks & Recreation--NYC Parks & Recreation seeks Employment Counselors for the Parks Opportunity Program, the city’s largest job training program. Provide counseling with the goal of assisting participants to find employment. Bachelor’s & 3yrs exp or equiv ed & exp req’d. Go to www.nyc.gov/parks for more info. Send cvr ltr w/ res by 1/29 to: Employment Counselor/11632, Personnel/Parks & Recreation, 24 W 61st St. 2nd fl, NY, NY 10023. EOE

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT/SCHEDULER--Manhattan Borough President's Office--Candidates for this position must have excellent organizational skills as well as the ability to work on multiple assignments simultaneously. The prospective Executive Assistant/Scheduler will lead a scheduling team which includes both Office staff and drivers. Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree with prior scheduling experience strongly preferred. Salary commensurate with experience. NYC residency required. Email cover letter and resume in single word or pdf document to nycelectedscheduler@gmail.com . EOE.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR--NYS Tenants & Neighbors--Statewide tenant's rights organization seeks full-time executive director. Ideal candidate is passionate about affordable housing preservation and constituent-based organizing. S/he has 5-7 years non-profit experience as a collaborative leader and strategic thinker navigating complex political situations. Salary commensurate w/experience. Women/people of color strongly encouraged to apply. Submit resume, cover letter and salary history to Tenants & Neighbors Search Committee by 2/5/07 via email (preferred) to tandn@crenyc.org or mail: Community Resource Exchange, 42 Broadway, 20th Fl., NY, NY 10004. Fax: 212-616-4994.

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

HEALTHY HOMES PROGRAM MANAGER--Pratt Area Community Council (PACC)--PACC's Healthy Homes Manager will be responsible for coordinating outreach, education and program services to combat lead poisoning and abate lead hazards in the Bedford Stuyvesant community. The Manager will perform outreach to homeowners, tenants and small landlords to identify and educate residents as to the hazards of lead in their homes; coordinate lead testing of homes; work with owners to abate lead hazards utilizing HPD’s low cost loans and grants; and connect tenants and homeowners whose children are lead poisoned to our Lead Safe House. Send letter of interest including salary requirements and resume to Ms. Mary Oyedijo mary_oyedijo@prattarea.org. See www.PrattArea.org

HOUSING ATTORNEYS--Northern Manhattan Improvement Corporation--Northern Manhattan Improvement Corporation (NMIC), an independent community based multi-services provider, seeks two experienced housing litigation attorneys. These positions require Housing Court litigation and trials, benefits advocacy, Supreme Court and appellate practice. Creative approaches to affordable housing retention, community stabilization and repair and maintenance issues appreciated. Applicant must be admitted in NYS and have relevant litigation experience. Spanish language ability greatly preferred. Experience with other areas of legal services/public interest law practice a plus. Salary commensurate with experience, excellent benefits. To apply, send resume and writing sample to employment@nmic.org or fax to (212) 928-4180.

HOUSING DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST--Progress of Peoples Development Corporation--Progress of Peoples Development Corporation, the housing affiliate of Brooklyn Catholic Charities of Brooklyn & Queens, seeks a professional to assist in managing all aspects of the housing development process. The ideal candidate will have experience in preparing feasibility studies and development pro formas, managing the development team, writing proposals, and overseeing the construction process. Must have the ability to work both as part of a team and independently on complex assignments. Master degree in Planning, Business, Public Administration or Architecture required. Salary commensurate with experience, excellent benefits. Email or fax cover letter and resume to: fax: 718-722-6045, Attn: Madge Goldman, email: mgoldman@ccbq.org

INTAKE ANALYST--HELP USA--Fair Housing Justice Center of HELP USA seeks highly motivated individual who can work independently and as a team member providing direct assistance to individuals and organizations alleging housing discrimination under local, state, or federal civil rights laws. Ideal candidate is self-directed individual with strong analytical abilities and excellent written and oral communication skills. Previous experience in providing training, one-to-one counseling, civil rights advocacy, and/or paralegal assistance a plus. Responsible for obtaining factual, accurate, and complete information from persons who file housing discrimination complaints and for providing testimony in depositions, trials and other legal proceedings when needed. Familiarity with fair housing laws, the New York metropolitan area, housing market practices, and affordable housing programs preferred. Must be detail oriented, computer literate, and experienced in Word, Excel and other Microsoft applications. BA/BS Degree preferred, but will consider related experience. Bilingual (Spanish/English) strongly preferred. Salary: $48-52,000 range. Send cover letter and resume to: Diane Houk, Executive Director, Fair Housing Justice Center HELP USA, 5 Hanover Square, 17th Floor, New York, NY 10004. No calls please. EOE. A Drug Free Workplace.

LEAD YOUTH ORGANIZER--NWBCCC--Sistas and Brothas United seeks candidates to organize neighborhood youth (middle and high school students) from several overcrowded, under resourced high schools around education and employment issues with an emphasis on leadership development, direct action, and political education. Requires commitment to social justice, two years of organizing/activism experience, and Spanish language skills. Salary $30 K plus, with good benefits. Send letter and resume to laura@northwestbronx.org and Mustafa@northwestbronx.org or fax to (718)733-6922.

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.

PARALEGALS--Northern Manhattan Improvement Corporation--PARALEGALS: Northern Manhattan Improvement Corporation (NMIC), an independent community based multi-services provider, seeks two experienced paralegals. Applicant must have relevant experience in landlord-tenant, housing and/or benefits issues. Spanish language ability required. Salary commensurate with experience, excellent benefits. To apply, send resume /cover letter and salary requirement to employment@nmic.org or fax to (212) 928-4180.

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.

PRODUCTION COORDINATOR--Manhattan Neighborhood Network--PRODUCTION COORDINATOR ASSISTANT/VIDEO INSTRUCTOR Facilitating the use of equipment available for public access users and teaching production workshops. Please visit www.mnn.org for details.

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.

PROGRAM DIRECTOR--non-profit--Minimum Qualifications: Masters Degree in Social Work management, nonprofit management, psychology, or counseling with at least 4 years of progressive supervisory experience. Experience working with people with AIDS and experience working in a similar program is helpful. Must be computer literate. Fax resume to Program Director 718-293-8105

PROGRAM MANAGER--NYC HDC--This position originates and underwrites mortgage loans for affordable housing in NYC using funds raised through bond issuances and/or allocations of corporate reserves. Responsibilities: Underwrite mortgage loans (analyze loan proposals, review due diligence materials, prepare spreadsheets outlining each proposal, write memos requesting approval, present loans for approval to credit committee and HDC Board). Coordinate mortgage loan closings with internal and external parties, including developers, other City Agencies and bond underwriters. Qualifications: • Proficiency in creating mortgage loan models. • Understanding of financial concepts. • Excellent communication skills (oral/written). • Advanced degree in a related field. • Comparable experience (min. 2 years) How To Apply: Contact Rachel Grossman via email at rgrossman@nychdc.com Send Cover Letter and Résumé. Please visit our website, www.nychdc.com.

PROJECT MANAGER--Civic Builders--The Project Manager will work directly with the Director of Real Estate and a team of two other Project Managers to help build Civic Builders’ portfolio of public charter school facilities in NYC. This position will be responsible for helping to execute the firm’s objective of completing eight facilities in the next four years. Responsibilities include: -Researching, vetting and developing potential real estate deals. -Supervising environmental, market and physical plant due diligence prior to building/site purchase. -Assisting with purchase and lease negotiations. -Project managing construction projects ranging from limited physical plant upgrades to large scale gut renovations and new construction. This includes managing the project team of architects, engineers, cost estimators, expediters, contractors, and attorneys to meet tight job schedules and construction budgets. -Researching innovative school design practices and architects. QUALIFICATIONS: Proven ability to multi-task; take initiative; work collaboratively; College degree; excellent organizational, written and verbal communication skills; relevant real estate and/or project management experience and an interest in Civic Builders’ mission a must. See www.civicbuilders.org Email resume to hr@civicbuilders.org.

PROJECT MANAGER--Ridgewood Bushwick Senior Citizens Council--Leading Brooklyn-based non-profit organization seeks full-time Project Manager for new construction+rehab affordable housing. Must be energetic/hard-working/teamplayer/committed to effective management and proposal/realization of challenging new ideas/designs. Construction/architecture/realestate/finance or related experience preferred. Bachelor degree required, graduate preferred. $35-39K DOE. Coverletter/resume to jsturges@rbscc.org.

SENIOR POLICY ASSOCIATE--Gay Men's Health Crisis, Inc.--The Senior Policy Associate will work to increase the availability of and access to affordable, quality health care for people living with HIV/AIDS. Specific responsibilities include monitoring legislative proposals, administrative policies and practices that impact access to and the availability of quality care for people living with HIV/AIDS, with an emphasis on the design, financing, implementation, and delivery of public and privately funded health care, drafting policy statements, letters, legal briefs and other documents that respond to legislative proposals and administrative practices, participating in and supporting the efforts of existing health coalitions that advocate on behalf of people living with HIV/AIDS, supporting of coalition efforts includes: managing coalition databases, attending meetings and drafting position papers and other policy documents on behalf of coalition, designing educational tools that explain changes in the public and private programs that serve people living with HIV/AIDS and engaging in direct public policy advocacy on behalf of people living with HIV/AIDS at the city, state and Federal levels. Qualifications: Master's degree in public policy, public health, public administration or finance, or a related field required or significant equivalent experience. Proven experience in public policy advocacy for vulnerable populations, preferably on behalf of people with serious illnesses and disabilities, including HIV/AIDS is necessary. Specialized knowledge in areas including the design, financing and delivery system of public and private health programs, including Medicaid, Medicaid, AIDS Drug Assistance Program (ADAP), and private health insurance strongly preferred. Position requires strong analytical and writing skills that should be demonstrated upon application for the position. Qualified individuals should send cover letter and resume, which must include salary requirements, to, GMHC, HR Department, 119 West 24th St., New York, NY 10011 or electronically to jobs@gmhc.org. GMHC offers a competitive compensation package and is committed to staff development. We value diversity and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

SOCIAL WORKER--Elizabeth Seton Pediatric Center--Use your social work expertise to enhance the lives of medically fragile children who are residing at the Elizabeth Seton Pediatric Center. LMSW required; 1-2 years' experience preferred. Some medical/pediatric experience a plus. Competitive salary and great benefits. Apply today: Recruiter, Elizabeth Seton Pediatric Center, 590 Avenue of the Americas, NY, NY 10011. Fax: 646-459-3460. Email: resumes@setonpediatric.org. Website: www.careersatpeds.org. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity. Elizabeth Seton PEDIATRIC CENTER Changing lives, one child at a time.

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