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Project Coordinator

thebestsophist — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 13:02:47 -0800

Scientists and Engineers for America (SEA) is searching for an energetic Project Coordinator, with a background or interest in science and health policy issues, to support the development of our projects. This position entails working with SEA staff, contract employees, and other participants to ensure the timely development and implementation of SEA’s programs. The Project Coordinator will manage a variety of SEA’s programming, including our website, the SHARP Network, and our news blast services. Experience with web design and programming is desirable. The Project Coordinator will be involved with SEA’s student chapters by expanding the program, supporting the groups, and creating new programming. The position also entails managing and recruiting interns, as well fundraising through grants and donor management. This work allows for creativity in developing programs, but also requires significant attention to detail and follow-up. Additionally, the candidate will provide general administrative support to SEA’s Executive Director and Board of Directors as well as help coordinate candidate training and chapter events. Along with project coordination duties, the position involves policy research and strategic thinking. This job entails a significant amount of writing, so proven ability to write clearly and concisely is required. SEA fills a critical gap in science and engineering policy by drawing direct connections between the science policy issues and elections. Our focus is on both increasing the political activism of scientist and engineers and ensuring that critical science and health policy issues are made a focal point of political debate. Additional Qualifications: -Excellent writing skills and demonstrated independent research skills -An interest in science policy and politics -Ability to handle multiple tasks, manage priorities, and pay attention to details -Experience with project coordination desired -Experience with web based programs including basic HTML, and blog software is desirable. Experience with WordPress, MediaWiki, and PHP a plus. -Familiarity with grant writing and fundraising is desirable. How to Apply: Please send applications to jobs@SEforA.org: -Cover letter, including salary requirements -Resume -Writing sample(s)

Desktop Support Technician

daisyace — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 12:12:48 -0800

IDEO helps companies innovate. We design products, services, environments, and digital experiences for organizations seeking new ways to provide value for their customers. IDEO creates visible and tangible strategies for innovation and executes all aspects of design and development, from conception through production. IDEO is looking for an enthusiastic Desktop Support Technician who has a taste for variety, creativity, and chaos. Our work environment appeals to self-directed, flexible team players that have great interpersonal skills, learn quickly, work smart, and play hard. We currently have an opportunity for an entry level Desktop Support Technician with 1+ years of direct user support experience in a mixed computing environment. This position will be based in our Boston office with some travel to New York required. This person will be a member of a world class, customer service focused IT organization and will effectively investigate and resolve software and hardware problems for IDEO’s internal Boston (Cambridge) and New York user community. Customer service is the top priority with responsibilities that include answering, evaluating and prioritizing incoming requests for assistance from users experiencing problems with hardware, software, networking, and other computer related technologies. We support both Mac and PC platforms. This individual will also be responsible for keeping call data up to date in a call tracking system (HEAT), installing computer equipment and software, working with users to recommend appropriate hardware and software upgrades and providing training on the proper use of systems. A true “customer service” attitude is required along with excellent verbal/written communication skills, and strong time management/organizational skills. The ability to troubleshoot in a complex technical environment and to work with limited supervision is critical. The ability to manage expectations in a deadline driven culture where a feeling of urgency is the norm. To apply, please refer to the posting: http://www.ideo.com/careers/info.asp?x=349&url=https://ideo.ats.hrsmart.com/cgi-bin/a/highlightjob.cgi?jobid=191

Staff Accountant

912 Greens — Fri, 06 Oct 2006 11:24:34 -0800

We are a small, growing handyman company and get most of our business by referral. We are looking for an entry-level accountant who has recently (0-2 years ago) graduated from an undergraduate business program. In this position, you would be the main bookkeeper/accountant for the company and report directly to the Controller. We use QuickBooks for Accounting and MS Office products for just about everything else. We offer a casual work environment where everyone contributes to the success of the business. We are looking to grow this accounting area within a year or two, so the position has the potential for much growth. If you have an entrepreneurial mindset, want to learn a business, and want to make long-term contributions to a solid company, consider applying for this position.