Job Postings
Last Update: December 20, 2000

Committee on Conscience 
Research Associate

The Committee on Conscience of the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum is seeking a Research Associate. The Research Associate's duties will include conducting substantive research and analysis on situations and issues related to the Committee's mandate, maintaining and enhancing the Committee's website (www.ushmm.org/conscience), and facilitating communications with Committee members and the Holocaust Memorial Council.

The Committee on Conscience mandate is to alert the national conscience, influence policymakers, and stimulate worldwide action to confront and work to halt acts of genocide and related crimes against humanity.

The complete vacancy announcement with instructions for applying can be found at http://www.ushmm.org/%7Edhr/vacancy/D0N0110.htm. The position will remain open until filled. EOE

posted 12/20/00

West Chester University

 TESL/TEFL and Linguistics: Assistant Professor, tenure-track position begins  Fall 2001. Required: Earned doctorate by August 2001, in TESL, Applied Linguistics, or related field; and ESL/EFL teaching experience.

Desirable: Teacher training experience and specialization in TESL areas such as adult ESL or SLA. Teaching demonstration during on-campus interview. For more information on the position, please contact Dr. Cheri Micheau, cmicheau@wcupa.edu.

To apply: Send letter of interest, curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, and graduate transcripts to: Dr. C. Ruth Sabol, Chair, Department of English, West Chester University, West Chester, PA  19383-2124.  Review of applications began November 15, but will continue until position is filled. Visit our website at http://www.wcupa.edu.

posted 12/12/00

Sojourners Neighborhood Center
Executive Director Search

Lead a faith-based organization focused on at-risk kids in inner-city Washington, D.C. Sojourners is looking for a new executive director for its neighborhood center.

Join an organization with a long track record, a widely respected reputation, and a wonderful history of changing children's lives. The center is a small nonprofit that needs real leadership to take the program to the next level. This is a job of great challenges and wonderful rewards!

Send resumes to Sojourners Neighborhood Center, Executive Director Search, c/o Jim Wallis, 2401 15th St. NW, Washington, DC 20009.

Lesley Ellis School
DIRECTOR SEARCH
Arlington, MA

Progressive, independent school serving 160 children ages 3-9 seeks  dynamic education leader for position available 7/1/01. Located within 10 miles of Boston, the Lesley Ellis School has a long history of creative work with young children. The school traces its roots to 1919 but has experienced most of its dramatic growth in the past decade. With a strong commitment to anti-bias education taught within a developmental framework, Lesley Ellis has long provided a welcoming community to children and families alike.

The school is seeking a leader committed to providing the positive energy needed to build on its proud history. Qualified candidates will have a Master's Degree in early childhood/elementary education or a related field. Strongest candidates will have a documented record of success and significant administrative and teaching experience in preschool/primary education, and will articulate a clear vision of ways to build and retain a diverse faculty and student body. Minority candidates are encouraged to apply. Salary commensurate with experience; an excellent benefits package is provided.

Send letters of application, resume, and statement of educational philosophy to:
Dr. Ted Wilson, Chair
Lesley Ellis School Search Committee
20 Academy Street
Arlington, MA 02476
781-641-5955/fax 781-641-2713
twilson@sfcinc.org

posted 12/12/00

Southwest Missouri State University
Head, Department of Media, Journalism & Film
Springfield, Missouri

The newly forming (July 1, 2001) Dept. of Media, Journalism and Film at Southwest Missouri State University--the state's second largest university with about 17,500 students, in the state's third largest city (metro area of more than 300,000)--invites applications for the position of Department Head. Media, Journalism and Film is one of seven departments in the College of Arts and Letters at SMSU, and one of two departments in the new School of Communication Studies. It includes 14 full-time faculty members and offers undergraduate majors/minors in mass media (film studies, media production, media operations) and journalism (broadcast and print); participates in an interdisciplinary major in electronic arts; and offers selected graduate courses. It serves about 250 majors with state-of-the-art instructional facilities including television studio, production labs, journalism computer lab, and multimedia lab. The Southwest Standard (the student newspaper), the University Film Series, and the Growl (an internet radio station) all operate under the department's auspices.  Required qualifications: earned terminal degree in mass communication, journalism, or closely related field; exemplary record of teaching, scholarship and service meriting rank of associate or full professor with tenure; minimum two years of administrative experience including responsibility for budgets, personnel, curriculum; strong leadership and interpersonal communication skills. Department head is a 12-month position. It carries a five-year term appointment with an opportunity for reappointment, normally to one additional five-year term pending successful review by the department and the college dean in the fourth year of employment. The Head will serve as Co-Director of the School of Communication Studies and is assisted in discharging his/her duties by an Assistant Department Head. Anticipated date of appointment is July 1, 2001.

Salary IS COMPETITIVE, and commensurate with candidate's experience and qualifications. Deadline for receipt of applications is January 5, 2001.

Send letter of application, vitae, copies of transcripts (official transcripts are required before interview), four letters of reference and a statement of educational philosophy and administrative style to: 

Dr. David O. Belcher, Dean
College of Arts and Letters
Southwest Missouri State University
901 S. National Avenue
Springfield, MO 65804

SMS has been granted a statewide mission as Missouri's "public affairs"-oriented university. It also is, along with the University of Missouri at Columbia, one of the state's two public universities (of 13) with "selective" admissions standards  (only Truman State U. has higher admissions requirements).  For additional information, see: www.smsu.edu. SMSU is an EO Institution.

The anticipated faculty members of the Dept. of Media, Journalism & Film as of July 1, 2001, are:
*Mark M. Biggs, Ass't Prof. (M.A., U. of Chicago, 1985)
*James W. Bihlmeyer, Ass't Prof. (MFA, Ohio U., 1987)
*Wanda Brandon, Ass't Prof. (PhD, Southern Illinois, 1997)
*Dane S. Claussen, Ass't Prof. (PhD, U. of Georgia, 1999)
*David A. Daly, Prof. (PhD, Southern Illinois, 1978)
*Thomas V. Dickson, Prof. (EdD, Oklahoma State, 1984)
*Christina Drale, Ass't Prof. & Ass't Dean of the College of Arts and
Letters (PhD, U. of California--San Diego, 1985)
*Cheryl A. Hellmann, Lecturer (M.A., SMSU, 1993)
*Mark Paxton, Assoc. Prof. (PhD, U. of Tennessee, 1995)
*Joel Persky, Prof. (PhD, New York U., 1975)
*Janice Windborne, Ass't Prof. (PhD, Ohio U., 2000)
*Three other tenure-track faculty members with PhDs/ABDs, in addition to the Dept. Head, for whom searches currently are, or soon will be, underway.
*Other part-time and/or full-time lecturers and/or instructors.

Springfield is known for its proximity to excellent sites for fishing, boating, hiking and other outdoors activities (the international headquarters of Bass Pro Shops and related museums are in Springfield), the nearby booming entertainment center of Branson, its Civil War battlefield (Wilson's Creek), and a cost of living lower than the national average. The Springfield area also is home to numerous other higher education institutions: a liberal arts college, Drury University; Evangel University; Cox College of Nursing & Health Sciences; Forest Institute of Professional Psychology; a branch campus of Webster University; Ozarks Technical Community College; Southwest Baptist University; Baptist Bible College; and Central Bible College. About an hour or less away are: Missouri Southern State College (in Joplin); College of the Ozarks (in Branson); and the University of Missouri--Southwest Center (in Mount Vernon). Not much farther away is the University of Arkansas (Fayetteville).

posted 12/5/00

The SPIN Project
MEDIA TRAINER/PUBLIC RELATIONS SPECIALIST SOUGHT

The SPIN Project, a non-profit media training and technical assistance project for public interest groups, seeks a media trainer and public relations specialist.

The SPIN Project, now in its fourth year, works with grass-roots and national organizations advocating on a variety of progressive issues, including economic justice, environmental 
justice, reproductive freedom, civil rights, immigrant rights, affirmative action, welfare reform, workplace rights, gay and lesbian equality, campaign finance reform, and more. We provide 
in-the-field media training and ongoing media strategizing assistance, among other public relations services and resources. Our goal is to grow the capacity of organizations to do more
effective and proactive public relations. We aim to help them get their messages out and reframe critical issues.

The media trainer/public relations specialist will provide training and strategic media assistance to national and grassroots groups around the nation. The specialist will conduct media trainings, facilitate strategic media planning sessions, maintain ongoing relationships with community groups, provide regular media consultation, develop and provide media resources and publications, and participate in media campaigns on the grassroots and national levels. This position is an exciting opportunity for an energetic, ambitious, driven individual to affect change through the media. The results of your work are almost immediately apparent as organizations reap the benefits of our mentoring, training and resources by seizing headlines in the press and shaping public opinion.

Qualified applicants must have a minimum of three years professional PR/communications experience, including with national and local press, or equivalent background; demonstrated success at conceiving and implementing media campaigns and press plans, including staging media events, placing stories and framing issues; at least two years experience working with political groups, including an understanding of grassroots organizational "culture;" and experience or a desire to teach media tactics. The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic teacher, have a bright personality that motivates activists, and have an excellent command of PR skills. Knowledge of the issues is important.

Other important qualifications include excellent written and oral communications skills as well as teaching skills; internet literacy; the ability to work with diverse groups of people covering an array of issues; and a willingness to travel extensively.

The SPIN Project is part of the Independent Media Institute. Women and people of color are strongly encouraged to apply.  Salary $36,000-45,000, plus full benefits, depending on
qualifications. 

Fax or postal mail (no phone calls please) resume by Jan. 8, 2001, to SPIN Project, 77 Federal St., 2nd Floor, San Francisco, CA 94107, fax: 415-284-1414, or email resume to info@spinproject.org. 

Visit the SPIN Project web site at http://www.spinproject.org to learn more about us.

Holly Minch
SPIN Project
77 Federal Street 2nd Floor
San Francisco, CA 94107
phone 415-284-1415
fax 415-284-1414

posted 11/30/00

NY1 Employment (*From their website*)

News Department Openings Producer: Fulltime position available. Applicants must have at least four years' experience as a producer in a working newsroom. Writer: Freelance positions available. Applicants must have at least two years' experience in a working newsroom. Writing samples must be available. Associate Producer: Fulltime positions available. Applicants  must have at least three years' experience as a writer or producer in a working newsroom. News Assistant: Freelance positions available. This is an entry-level position, but a degree in journalism or communications is a plus. New Media Writer: Fulltime position available. College or professional writing experience, as well as knowledge of the Internet, is required; a degree in journalism or communications is a plus. Interested applicants should send a brief e-mail describing their qualifications to news jobs@ny1news.com. Applicants can also mail a cover letter and resume to: News Jobs NY1 News 460 West 42nd Street New York, NY10036.

Technical Department Openings Video Operator: Fulltime and freelance positions available. Applicants must have at least two years' television production experience. Video Editor: Freelance positions available.  Applicants must have at least two years' experience editing in a newsroom setting. Interested applicants should send a brief e-mail describing their qualifications to technical jobs@ny1news.com. Applicants can also mail a cover letter, resume, and reel (if applicable) to: Technical Jobs, NY1 News, 460 West 42nd Street New York, NY10036.

Additional Openings Promotions Producer: Freelance position available.   Applicants must have at least four years' on-air promotion experience.   Interested applicants should send a brief e-mail describing their qualifications to  jobs@ny1news.com. Applicants can also mail a cover letter, resume, and reel (if applicable) to: Job Openings, NY1 News 460 West, 42nd Street New York, NY10036


Ellen Walterscheid
Director of Career Services
Instructor of Journalism
Department of Journalism
New York University
10 Washington Place, Room 505
New York, NY 10003-6636
ellen.walterscheid@nyu.edu

posted 11/28/00

BUSINESS JOURNAL OF CHARLOTTE

BUSINESS JOURNAL OF CHARLOTTE is looking for a banking and finance reporter. Send clips, resume to Joanne Skoog, Editor, The Business Journal, 120 W. Morehead St., Charlotte, NC 28202 or mailto: jskoog@bizjournals.com

COLUMBIA DAILY TRIBUNE in Missouri is seeking a business reporter to cover growth and development, employment, biotechnology and agriculture. Send resume and clips to Andrew Waters, business editor, Columbia Daily Tribune, P.O. Box 798, Columbia, MO 65205. For more information, call (573) 815-1706 or mail to: awaters@tribmail.com.

NEW YORK DAILY NEWS seeks a deputy business editor. Contact Scott Wenger,
Daily News Business Editor at (212) 210-2304 or mail to: swenger@edit.nydailynews.com or 450 W. 33rd St., New York, NY 10001.

PROVIDENCE JOURNAL seeks writer to cover emerging companies. Contact: Thomas McDonough, Human Resources Director, Providence Journal, 75 Fountain St., Providence, RI 02902

REUTERS has nine reporting openings for the following beats: mutual funds; consumer electronics; software; e-commerce; biotech; med-tech; IPOs; the New York Stock Exchange; and e-finance. All are New York-based jobs except  med-tech, which can be in New York or Chicago. Contact: mail to: jane.light@reuters.com for all listings.
 
Ellen Walterscheid
Director of Career Services
Instructor of Journalism
Department of Journalism
New York University
10 Washington Place, Room 505
New York, NY 10003-6636
ellen.walterscheid@nyu.edu

posted 11/28/00

The Center for Anti-Violence Education, Inc.
Position Available: DEPUTY DIRECTOR

The Center for Anti-Violence Education (CAE) is a community-based, nonprofit organization that develops and implements violence-prevention programs. With self-defense and martial arts as the foundation, CAE's holistic programs help women, teen women, and children build skills, heal from past abuse, and organize to counter the destructiveness of violence. A feminist, women-led organization, CAE brings a commitment to fighting racism and heterosexism to all its activities. CAE was founded in 1974 as Brooklyn Women's Martial Arts and changed its name in 1991 to better reflect the range of its work. CAE has a full-time staff of 6 and a budget of $440,000.

Position:
CAE seeks to hire an energetic, skilled, and committed Deputy Director to direct the organization's fundraising, administration, and marketing activities. This is a senior level management position, with supervisory responsibilities, that reports to the Executive Director and work closely with the Treasurer of the Board.

Responsibilities:
- Foundation, corporate, and government fundraising:
- Research funders and write proposals;
- Supervise part-time grant writer;
- Monitor organizational adherence to program objectives and contractual obligations, including writing interim and final reports;
- Monitor annual calendar and deadlines.

Individual donor campaigns and special events:
- Conceptualize, supervise, and participate annual campaigns to solicit gifts from donors of all levels, including major donors;
- Write and edit donor appeals;
- Plan and execute fundraising events;
- Coordinate Board members' involvement with individual solicitations and events;
- Supervise fundraising support staff, volunteers, and consultants.

 Administration:
- Supervise administrative staff and part-time Accountant;
- Monitor organizational budget and cash flow, with Board Treasurer and Executive Director;

- Oversee human resources functions, including benefits administration (health
insurance, pension);
- Oversee institutional and facilities management.

 Marketing and communications:
- Conceptualize, write and edit marketing materials, including newsletters, brochures, and press releases;
- Interview and hire consultants/vendors, including photographers, designers and printers;
- Oversee revisions to web site (to launch January 2001).

Qualifications:
 Minimum of 3 to 5 years development experience, with successful track record in institutional fundraising, individual and major donor campaigns, and special events.
· Excellent writing and speaking skills.
· Excellent organizational skills; good with deadlines, details, and follow through.
· Disciplined self-starter, collaborative team player.
· Experience with budgeting and fiscal management.
· Computer and Internet literate, including database and spreadsheet programs.
· Supervisory experience.
· Ability to work well with people of diverse backgrounds.
· Commitment to social justice and CAE's mission and goals.

Salary & Benefits
Salary commensurate with experience. Excellent benefits include four weeks vacation, employer-sponsored health and dental insurance, and long-term disability.

How to Apply
Send cover letter (including salary requirement), writing sample, and resume to:

Annie Ellman, Executive Director
The Center for Anti-Violence Education
421 Fifth Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11215

email: aellman@cae-bklyn.org
fax: 718-499-2284

CAE is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, multicultural work environment.

posted 11/28/00

MediaChannel.org

MediaChannel.org, the non-profit, public interest supersite focused on international media issues seeks an EDITORIAL PRODUCER skilled in exploring the role of media in society, politics and culture.  Work with a team and independently to produce, edit and manage online content.  Research and aggregate articles, reports, news and information from a network of over 500 media-issues groups and publications worldwide.  Manage correspondence with and edit material from contributing writers and affiliated groups.

Essential: interest in media as a social/political/cultural issue, strong writing and
internet research skills, experience writing and producing for the Web, creativity, sense of humor, and ability to work on a strict deadline. Women and people of color are encouraged to apply.

This position is based in New York City.  Please send resume to: editor@mediachannel.org or FAX 212-246-2677, attn: Catherine.

The Herald News 
Office Manager

The Herald News seeks an office manager to ensure that administration of the newsroom runs smoothly and contributes to continuous improvement of our products. 

Duties: train, schedule and supervise a staff of five editorial assistants on daily and project work; effectively recommend hiring, promotion and discipline of editorial assistants; manage support work in the newsroom (e.g., ensure community calendar, religion calendar, entertainment calendar, movie times, obituaries, letters to the editor and assorted columns are transcribed by their deadlines); assist the managing editor in maintaining our non-salary budget and in resolving discrepancies; assist editor in ensuring salary budget is current; create and maintain personnel records and ensure their security; review current record keeping systems and recommend improvements where warranted; effectively pay bills on time and in full; bring to attention of appropriate manager any discrepancies in bills; ensure telephones are answered and messages taken if not handled by voice mail; ensure office equipment (fax machines, copiers, etc.) is maintained; order supplies for the newsroom while ensuring best price and quality; supervise the handling of incoming and outgoing mail, sorting and distributing faxes and maintaining hard-copy and electronic libraries; organize election charts and candidate photo files; recommend improvements in each area of responsibility so we better use resources, challenge employees and save money; execute any other assignments from supervisor.

Knowledge, skills, abilities: Candidates should have at least an associate's degree and considerable clerical skills or two years office management experience.  Experience with computer programs - Microsoft Word, Excel and Quark Express and good typing skills are a must. Special courses in management, workplace psychology or business are beneficial but not mandatory.
 
Schedule and shift: The office manager must be flexible about hours, but generally will work Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.

Reporting: The office manger reports directly to the assistant managing editor/assignment, or his designee.

Candidates should contact Stephen McCarthy, assistant managing editor/assignment, at One Garret Mountain Plaza, CN 473, West Paterson, NJ, 07424. (Tel: 973.569.7111)

posted 11/21/00

Amnesty International
Researcher (Federal Republic of Yugoslavia, Macedonia and Albania)

Program: EUROPE
Salary: £25,222 p.a. Full time
Duration: Fixed Term Contract until 30 April 2002
Closing date: 02/01/2001 
Ref. no: EUR/00/4 

Responsible for: Volunteers in the Research and Campaign Team
Overall Purpose of Job: To contribute to the fulfillment of the team's mission, in particular by providing country expertise, research skills and political judgment, to enable the development and implementation of integrated strategies and programs of research and action according to AI's mandate, operational guidelines and standards; to take responsibility for and manage the region's research and action program on designated countries, using Serbian/Croatian/Bosnian and Albanian and Macedonian languages and country knowledge as appropriate.

Primary Tasks:

1. As the research specialist with responsibility for Albania, Macedonia and the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia and according to priorities defined in the Program's operational plan:

1.1 To monitor, investigate and analyze human rights issues, specifically cases and patterns of violations within AI's mandate, and political, legal and other relevant developments, by conducting and supervising research within the team and by others; organizing and leading research missions, organizing trial observations; developing and maintaining a network of contacts and specialists both from within the movement and outside; establishing systems for developing source materials.

1.2 To lead the timely and effective development and implementation of strategies and actions on designated countries including, in consultation with the Program Director, setting priorities for research and action on HRVs and issues on which to campaign;

1.3 To provide the IS and relevant AI structures with expert advice on human rights violations and on political, legal and social developments in designated countries, including proposals for the development and implementation of strategies and actions on these countries;

1.4 To prepare materials both for internal and external use, in liaison with the Publications Program and taking into account the needs of a diverse and multi-cultural movement, including briefing, reports, letters to government and action materials as appropriate, to supervise the production of such country materials by any other members of the team, and to contribute to materials produced by the Regional Campaign Coordinator and Regional Campaign Coordination Assistant and other programs such as IGO submissions, thematic and annual reports, news service items, the AI Newsletter and audio-visual materials;

1.5 To represent AI, both in the field and internationally as appropriate, in relation to governments, other national bodies, NGEs, IGOs, NGOs victims and their representatives, the media, the movement and the public in general, in consultation with other staff within the Program and other programs, as appropriate;

1.6 To identify emerging human rights crises in the countries for which s/he is responsible and to initiate urgent response as appropriate in collaboration with relevant programs and other regional teams.

2. As a member of the Research and Campaign Team:

2.1 To maintain an overview of political and human rights developments in the sub-region, to participate in the development of integrated country and sub-regional strategies for research, campaigning, development and the promotion of human rights, being chiefly responsible for the research and action aspects;

2.2 To participate in and facilitate the collective coordination of the work of the team; preparing and agreeing detailed work plans, budgets and schedules; setting priorities; monitoring progress and quality control including approving materials according to relevant guidelines, and adhering to standards; establishing systems to ensure mutual support and accountability; identifying training and development needs and reporting to the Program Director; be available to act, as agreed by the team in consultation with the Program Director, as the coordinator for the team, collecting information based on the agreed work plan and reporting to the Program Director; when not acting as coordinator, then providing cover for specified functions of the team member who is currently coordinator; carrying out own administrative tasks in accordance with the agreed guidelines on self-servicing; to participate in the supervision of temporary staff and volunteers as appropriate.

2.3. To participate in and facilitate the administrative work of the team, taking shared responsibility for: developing and maintaining effective systems within the team for information sharing and handling, in consultation with other Programs as appropriate, including manual and computerized filing and retrieval systems, regularly reviewing the administrative systems and practices of the team to identify means to promote greater efficiency and self-servicing, according to agreed guidelines; maintaining effective communications with other teams and programs, the membership and the public; recording, and periodically reporting on the team's budget and program expenditure, liaising as appropriate with the Regional Campaign Coordination Assistant; assessing the volunteer work requirements of the team, training and supervising the regular volunteer staff of the team.

3. As a member of the regional Program:

3.1 To contribute to internal discussions on mandate, policy and organizational issues;

3.2 To contribute to the overall flexibility of resource use in the team and the Program by deputizing for the Program Director, as required, providing cover for other researchers, and other Program staff as agreed within the team or between Program teams; to delegate research tasks on specified countries as necessary and in consultation with the team; to participate as necessary in cross-program or intra-program teams, project teams and matrix teams and other tasks, as delegated by the Program Director in consultation with the team and with due consideration given to workload implication.

CDEOP Statement:
All staff will work individually and collectively to promote a constructive and sensitive approach to working with others from a variety of cultures and backgrounds where the work of others is valued and respected; staff will carry out their tasks within the terms and intention of the CDEOP.

Health and Safety:
All staff are required to comply with AI's policy and rules relating to health and safety and its security regulations at work.

CLOSING DATE: 2 January 2001
PLEASE QUOTE REF: EUR/00/4
SALARY: £25,222 per annum
HOLIDAYS: 27 days per annum pro rata plus one Amnesty International grace day and statutory and public holidays
OFFICE HOURS: 09.30 - 17.30 or 10.00 - 18.00 by arrangement
RELOCATION Travel is paid for staff members (and their dependents)
ALLOWANCE: recruited from over 80 km/50 miles from the International Secretariat. Other costs as specified in the Staff Rules and Conditions of Service.
LIFE ASSURANCE: Life Assurance equal to 4 x gross salary
TRAVEL TICKET Interest free travel loan for bus, underground, or rail travel
LOAN: to work (no qualifying period)
PENSION SCHEME: Money Purchased (Defined Contribution) scheme to which
Amnesty International contributes 6% of gross salary
SMOKING POLICY : The International Secretariat of Amnesty International
operates a Smoking Policy which allows smoking only in designated rooms.
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Contact Sauro Scarpelli
Europe Regional Program
http://www.stoptorture.org

posted 11/20/00

The Record (Bergen County, N.J.)
ASSIGNMENT EDITOR

The Record (Bergen County, N.J.) has an opening for a full-time editor on our news assignment desk with at least seven years of daily newspaper experience, including two directly supervising reporters.  Applicants should be team players who can lead and motivate reporters, set a vision for coverage and take ownership in executing it, and take ideas and stories and elevate them to their very best. They must have a proven track record on breaking news, overnight enterprise, and longer-range enterprise.  Strong leadership, line-editing, news judgment, career-counseling, team-building, and writing skills are a must, as well as a deep respect for our readers.  Qualified candidates should send a letter why they want the job and what they can offer, a resume with their work history and accomplishments, and their six best clips or newsediting examples to: Douglas Clancy, Assistant Managing Editor, The Bergen Record, 150 River St., Hackensack, N.J. 07601. Email: clancy@northjersey.com.
                                        Phone (201) 646-4481. Fax: (201) 646-4135.

BUSINESS REPORTER
The Record (Bergen County, N.J.) is looking for an experienced business reporter to cover technology issues and workplace trends.  Applicants should have a desire to investigate new technologies, particularly their role in driving the so-called new economy. Reporting on the workplace requires an understanding of how and why work environments are changing rapidly, and an ability to assess the economic ramifications. Some general assignment reporting in the business department would be part of the role.  Applicants must have a proven ability to write in-depth business features and overnight stories with authority and flair, working independently or as part of a team. Candidates should have five years of daily newspaper experience, or equivalent, including two years as a business writer. A business education is a plus.  Please send resume, clips, and cover letter to Douglas Clancy, Assistant Managing Editor, The Record, 150 River St., Hackensack, N.J. 07601. Email:  clancy@northjersey.com

posted 11/20/00

The University of Washington, Tacoma

The University of Washington, Tacoma invites applications for two tenure-track assistant professor positions in its Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences (IAS) Program. We seek applicants with a strong commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching, interdisciplinary interests, and active scholarship in two areas:

1.) Print media. Qualified candidates should have demonstrated expertise in teaching writing for print media including computer assisted reporting and newspaper layout and design. This position requires teaching such skills courses, and also theoretically based courses in two or more of the following areas: advertising, public relations, new media technology, media law, media history. Knowledge of web publishing a plus.

2.) Broadcast media. Qualified candidates should have demonstrated expertise in teaching introductory courses in radio and television writing and production, and also will be required to teach theory/studies courses in two or more of the following areas: broadcast regulation, broadcast history, political economy of mass media, media theory. The person hired for this position will lead the development of the emergent broadcast track of the mass communication curriculum including advising on equipment and facilities.

The communications curriculum is situated within a critical and cultural studies framework and we welcome candidates who explore the symbolic power of media texts in both teaching and scholarship. Ph.D. in mass communications or related field required by time of appointment. Each position offers the opportunity to shape the media studies emphasis in a growing interdisciplinary program for upper-division undergraduates and, as UW Tacoma expands, graduate programs as well.

In its tenth year of operation, the Tacoma campus of the University of Washington offers upper-division and graduate education to students from a wide variety of ages and backgrounds in a diverse urban environment in the South Puget Sound region. The non-residential campus is located in new award-winning facilities in downtown Tacoma and is growing rapidly.

Faculty and students at the Tacoma campus benefit from the many resources of the
University of Washington, Seattle (for details see http://www.tacoma.washington.edu). The University of Washington is building a culturally diverse faculty and strongly encourages applications from female and minority candidates. The University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer.

Send a letter delineating your research and teaching interests and qualifications for either the Print Media or Broadcast Media position, a curriculum vitae, three letters of reference, and one-page descriptions of two upper-division courses you would propose to teach (one a skills course, and the other a history, theory, or studies course), to:

University of Washington, Tacoma
Finance and Administration
Print Media position /or/ Broadcast Media position
Box 358431
1900 Commerce Street
Tacoma, WA 98402-3100

Priority will be given to applications received by January 2, 2001.  Appointment effective September 16, 2001. Specific inquiries may be directed
by e-mail to Karin Dalesky at karin@u.washington.edu.

posted 11/13/00

HUMAN RIGHTS WATCH WEB ADVOCATE
(New York office)

Job openings at Human Rights Watch can also be found at http://www.hrw.org/jobs.

Since its founding in 1978, Human Rights Watch has become the largest U.S.-based international human rights monitoring and advocacy organization, known for its in-depth investigations, its incisive and timely reporting, its innovative and high-profile advocacy campaigns, and its success in changing the human rights-related policies of the U.S., other influential governments, and international institutions.

Description: The Web Advocate will develop Human Rights Watch's capacity to involve the public in our advocacy work through the Internet and help create a larger community to work with Human Rights Watch to achieve its goals. S/he will design and implement Internet-based public outreach efforts and campaigns based on Human Rights Watch research and advocacy strategies. Working as part of Human Rights Watch's advocacy team, in close coordination with its communications and development and outreach departments, the Web Advocate will look for opportunities to involve the U.S. and international public in our campaigns, encourage staff to include on-line efforts in their advocacy strategies, design and generate web-specific and public-friendly material based on HRW reports, and create ways for users of the HRW website to take action. S/he will also develop specific material that can be used by interested organizations and will create broad-based forms of communications (for example, special websites, temporary sites, listservs) for HRW constituent groups.

Qualifications: The ideal candidate will be a creative, collegial, self-motivated, strategic thinker with both advocacy and web experience.  S/he should have a background in writing, editing and designing web content, and familiarity with the technical aspects of the Internet and websites. Experience in public outreach for NGOs or membership organizations desirable, as is knowledge of human rights or international affairs and the ability quickly to learn sophisticated and nuanced human rights advocacy arguments. Fluent English is essential; additional languages (especially Spanish, French or Arabic) highly desirable.

Salary: Salary commensurate with experience. Human Rights Watch offers excellent employer-paid benefits, including medical, dental, disability and life insurance, an outstanding pension plan, and 20 days vacation per year.

APPLY BY NOVEMBER 27 (no calls please) by mailing a cover letter, resume, names or letters of reference, URLs and an unedited writing sample to: Human Rights Watch, Att: Search Committee (Web Advocate), 350 Fifth Avenue, 34th Floor, New York, NY 10118-3299 USA, or by emailing to dundonm@hrw.org.

posted 11/8/00

McGraw-Hill World
Job category: Editorial 
Position: Project Manager/Managing Editor 
Level: 16 
Business Unit: Corporate Affairs 
Location: NYC 

Position is primarily responsible for writing, editing and managing McGraw-Hill World (the
monthly corporate publication), and for producing editorial content for many other employee
communications initiatives including the Intranet and special projects, ranging from executive memoranda to Human Resources programs.  The individual, reporting to the Senior Manager, Communication Services, will have day-to-day responsibility for managing a small McGraw-Hill World staff and producing content for The World and other vehicles that strengthens awareness of the Corporation's growth strategies. Extensive contact with senior executives and employees throughout the corporation is required. Outstanding writing and editing skills are essential. In addition, the successful candidate should have project-management experience, with at least 2 years managing publications and editorial staff. The position must have the ability to work closely with all levels of senior management. Four-year college degree required, preferably in journalism or communications. Experience with a corporate communications department is desired.

posted 11/8/00

NYAGRA 
Program Administrator (part-time)

The New York Association for Gender Rights Advocacy is a membership organization that advocates at the state and local level for self-determination in gender identity and expression. NYAGRA sees its constituency as including all individuals who experience discrimination
and violence because of the ways in which they choose to express their gender.

Job Description: NYAGRA is seeking a part-time program administrator in New York City to be responsible for creating and managing NYAGRA’s program of education, research, and advocacy. S/he will share responsibility for administering the NYAGRA survey of discrimination and violence, for the development of the organization’s general membership, and for producing NYAGRA’s external publications.  The program administrator will also establish collaborative relationships with other organizations to pursue joint events and other collaborative efforts. S/he will also recruit and coordinate volunteers who will assist him/her in implementing this program, and will represent NYAGRA externally where appropriate. The program administrator will report to the human resources and program administration committee (a standing committee of NYAGRA’s board of directors). S/he will be based in Manhattan, but will travel around the state as necessary.

The qualifications of the program administrator include a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university, experience in not-for-profit organizational work, and experience in working with the transgender community. Applications would be especially welcome from those with experience in one or more of the following areas: program administration, membership development, public education, diversity sensitivity training, special events, media relations, publications, or social services.

Consistent with New York City human rights law, NYAGRA does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or marital status. NYAGRA also does not discriminate on the basis of gender identity or expression.  Transgender-identified individuals and people of color are especially welcome to apply.

Please send a letter of application with resume to: nyagra@nyagra.org
or mail to:
NYAGRA
P.O. Box 1706
New York, NY 10013-0871

posted 11/6/00

Global Exchange
California Human Rights Program Coordinator

Global Exchange is a non-profit education, research and action center forging closer ties between North Americans and grassroots groups working for democracy around the world. Through programs such as Reality Tours, a Fair Trade program, Public Education and Campaigns to influence international policy issues, Global Exchange works for social and economic justice through grassroots citizen empowerment. Global Exchange is an equal opportunity employer committed to identifying and developing the skills and leadership of people from diverse backgrounds.  All interested candidates, regardless of race, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation and physical ability, are encouraged to apply.

Program Description
The California Human Rights program of Global Exchange strives to create awareness, activism through educational programs that highlight the struggles of people organizing for social and economic justice in California's communities. Specific themes and areas of work involve immigration, labor, environmental justice, criminal justice and the fight for a living wage. California Human Rights Programs activities include reality tours, speakers, development of public education materials, an online newsletter called the California Human Rights Report and the development of campaigns around prison and immigration issues.  As Global Exchange focuses on the problems of corporate globalization and brings to light role of the international financial institutions (such as the World Bank, IMF, and WTO) in causing economic suffering around the world. The California Human Rights Program strives to make the connection between corporate globalization and the local economy. The program focuses on how California9s communities are affected by similar domestic policies.
We strive to create awareness and develop activism through our projects.  The program has both educational and organizing components. See www.globalexchange.org for more information. The Program coordinator is responsible for program development, coalition building with California grassroots organizations, outreach, campaign development and implementation, and capacity building. There are also some fundraising responsibilities.
Responsibilities include:

1. Program Development:
* Work with organizations to design and implement programs that provide education and action possibilities for individual and group trip participants of California Reality Tours. The goal is to create linkages between participants and hosts that support direct action campaigns or projects of host organizations, that encourage participants to get involved
in their own communities.

* Work in collaboration with partner organizations to research and develop themes for campaign work within immigration and prison justice issues.

* Work in collaboration with the Political Rights and Human Rights
Department at Global Exchange to create cross departmental themes and activities.

2. Outreach:
 Identify and collaborate with organizations working on related themes, coordinate outreach for campaign support, recruit reality tour participants through media, internet, public events, and mailings.

3. Facilitation and Logistics:
* Work with local contacts, community groups, base community people to facilitate the creation of a campaign around immigration and prison issues for the California Human Rights Program. Work to create a campaign where race, class, gender, and sexuality issues are addressed and implemented in the program.

4. Other:
* Write support materials, talk to media, some fundraising, and collaboration with the media and fundraising department on publications and materials, strategy, and program budget.

Qualifications:
At least 1 year community organizing experience working with community based organizations in California; experience developing and strategizing on-going campaigns for social change: commitment to working with diverse communities and experience facilitating groups specifically around issues of race, class and gender; detail oriented, excellent communication skills/ good public speaker, computer and internet literate (mac), Bilingual strongly preferred, and a good sense of humor.  To apply: This a full-time position dependent on continued grant funding, mid 20k with full medical and dental benefits. Please send a cover letter and a resume to California Human Rights Program Committee, 2017 Mission St. #303, San Francisco, CA 94110. Fax 415/255/7498. No calls please. Open until filled. Posted October 15, 2000.  We are an equal opportunity employer, Global Exchange works to build a multiethnic and diverse work place, people of color, women, youth, GLBT, and non-U.S. citizen individuals encouraged to apply.

posted 11/3/00

The Bergen Record
Transportation Writer

The Bergen Record, based in northern New Jersey just outside New York City, has an opening for an experienced transportation writer with at least three years of daily newspaper reporting experience in this specialty and at least six years of experience as a reporter.

Our transportation team has an opening for a writer who will focus on aviation issues, including coverage of Newark Airport (one of the busiest in the country). This reporter also will play a significant role in coverage of other transportation issues as well. The successful candidate must be a team player who is equally adept at writing breaking news stories, enterprise, and explanatory features.

Qualified candidates should send a letter why they want the job and what they can offer, a resume with their work history and accomplishments, and their six best clips to: Douglas Clancy, Assistant Managing Editor, The Bergen Record, 150 River St., Hackensack, NJ 07601. Phone: (201) 646-4481.  Email: clancy@bergen.com

Assistant Managing Editor/Projects
 The Bergen Record is accepting applications for an Assistant Managing Editor/Projects. This position will lead major investigative and non-investigative projects, often working with other assignment editors, will be an integral member of the news-management team, and will supervise our Computer-Assisted Reporting lab team.

Applicants must have at least five years of experience as a newsroom manager and a proven ability to over-see sophisticated large and small projects, working with both seasoned and less-experienced reporters.

Qualified candidates should send a letter why they want the job and what they can offer, a resume with their work history and accomplishments, and their six best clips to: Douglas Clancy, Assistant Managing Editor, The Bergen Record, 150 River St., Hackensack, N.J. 07601. Phone: (201) 646-4481.  Email: clancy@bergen.com.

posted 11/2/00

Writer/Reporter

Direct, a top business magazine covering the direct marketing industry, seeks skilled journalist for our New York office. Duties include reporting and writing feature and news stories for both our print and online products. Some travel. Prefer someone with at least three years experience.

For an interview, please contact the editorial director, Ray Schultz, at
212-683-3540, ext.419.

posted 10/26/00

HUMAN RIGHTS CENTER
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, BERKELEY
ASSOCIATE RESEARCHER

With support from the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation and The Sandler Family Supporting Foundation, the HRC is conducting a three-year, multi-institutional research project 
entitled Communities in Crisis: Justice, Accountability, and Social Reconstruction in the Aftermath of Genocide in Rwanda and the former Yugoslavia.

We are examining the relationship between local processes of social, economic, and political reconstruction and the pursuit of international justice and other forms of accountability in Rwanda and the former Yugoslavia.

We seek a researcher who will participate in and guide our research projects in Rwanda. Although based in Berkeley, the researcher should be prepared to spend periods of time in Rwanda. Responsibilities include:

Designing and conducting research projects on justice and social reconstruction in Rwanda. Recruiting and collaborating with researchers from Rwanda and other countries on projects of mutual interest.  Cultivating and maintaining contacts with local human rights and womens
organizations in Rwanda and the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda. Writing and publishing articles and reports based on the research findings. Organizing seminars and workshops on topics related to justice and social reconstruction in Rwanda. Working with other researchers on the project as a whole.

QUALIFICATIONS: An advanced degree or the equivalent in the social sciences, public health, international relations, journalism or law, as well as experience in international human rights are required.  Incumbents must have excellent writing and communications skills in
English and French and background in the region. The ideal candidate will have field research experience in Rwanda or the Great Lakes Region.

SALARY AND BENEFITS: Salary range is $66,000 to $78,000 commensurate with experience. The University of California, Berkeley provides generous benefits, including medical, dental, life insurance and pension plans.

APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED THROUGH NOVEMBER 30, 2000. Proposed start date is January 2, 2001. Send cover letter, resume, references, a writing sample and must provide a record of research to:

Human Rights Center
University of California, Berkeley
460 Stephens Hall #2300
Berkeley, CA 94702-2300
Fax: (510) 643-3830

The University of California Is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

posted 10/24/00

Administration for Children's Services (ACS) Office of Communications
 Communications Associate

 Duties include: Planning, writing, and editing the Commissioner's Bulletin (monthly print publication) and E-bulletin (weekly electronic publication). Both  publications are targeted towards agency staff and cover important agency events, policy changes and news.  Researching and responding to media inquiries. Involves collecting information from various agency sources and drafting responses. Requires on-call duties in the evenings and on weekends.

* Editing and assisting with the production of agency brochures and other promotional materials.

* Organize agency events such as press conferences, awards ceremonies, graduations, etc.

* Accompany the Commissioner to monthly town hall meetings and other special/press events as necessary.

The qualifications that would be useful/necessary are:

* Good writing/editing skills.
* An articulate people person who is patient, and has a sense of  humor.
* Must be able to work beyond 9 to 5 and reside within the five  boroughs.
* Able to take the initiative and learn very quickly about the agency's many different facets and issues.
* Good computer skills, including some experience with the following: Word, Excel, Quark, Photoshop, Illustrator.
* Photographic skills and knowledge of Quark a plus.

This is an ideal job for a recent college grad or someone who has been out of school for just a couple of years who is interested in communications/PR and government This person will report directly to the Director of Communications, Jack Deacy, and will have exposure to most of  the senior staff here at ACS. ACS is quickly approaching it's 5th anniversary and under the able leadership of Commissioner Nicholas Scoppetta, the agency has managed a top to bottom reform of services to children and their families -- one that has received national and international attention. As NYC's child welfare agency, ACS is responsible for the investigation of abuse/neglect of children, foster care, adoption, child care, Head Start and child support services.

Cover letters should be addressed to:    Jack Deacy, Director of Communications
                                                            Administration for Children's Services
                                                            Office of Communications
                                                            150 William Street, 18th Floor
                                                            New York, NY 10038

They can be sent via mail or faxed to (212) 341-0942.

posted 10/20/00

Community of Bosnia

 Job Description: Executive Director
Community of Bosnia

The Community of Bosnia (COB) is an American 501(c)(3) organization that works with Bosnians in support of Bosnia's future as a peaceful, multi-ethnic state. Since 1994 it has brought nearly 70 high school and students for study in the United States. The organization was founded as a means by which concerned Americans could take positive action in the face of warfare and ethnic cleansing in Bosnia. Students and COB volunteers have worked to educate Americans about the war in the Balkans and post-war issues and conditions. Effective September 2000 it works in partnership with the Southeastern Pennsylvania Chapter of the American Red Cross, which manages the student program. 

Major thrusts of COB's work now include development of communications among its students and alumni and developing practical strategies for helping them engage in the process of rebuilding their homeland, either by returning to Bosnia or by providing assistance from abroad.

Most COB students and board members are located within 25 miles of Philadelphia. Ideally, the Executive Director will be located in this area. COB, however, is open to considering candidates who could work from a base between Washington, DC and New York City. It is anticipated that the executive director would work from a home office.

The position of Executive Director, as described, is a full-time role. Should a highly qualified candidate be interested in it as a part-time position, COB is open to consideration of that option.

Accountability: The Executive Director is accountable to the Board of Directors and works in close collaboration with the Board Chair.

The Executive Director is the lead staff person of the Community of Bosnia. 

Major responsibilities:
· Providing support and leadership to the Board of Directors in shaping priorities and policies that advance COB's vision and program. 

· Taking the initiative in implementing specific program strategies designed to help Bosnian students in the United States remain engaged with and/or return to Bosnia and to provide them with practical assistance and support toward that end. 

· Sustaining contact and communication with COB students and alumni (in the United States and Bosnia), learning from them, and understanding their circumstances and perspectives.

· Supervising other staff in the United States and Bosnia and overseeing the work of volunteers.

· With Board support, taking the lead in securing needed financial, volunteer, and other resources needed to implement the programs of COB. This includes both grant writing and sustaining on-going communication and cultivation of donors and prospective donors through regular informational and appeal letters and, in relation to major donors, through face-to-face contact.

· Overseeing the contract relationship with the Southeast Pennsylvania Chapter of the American Red Cross as it provides direct support to students from Bosnia in the United States on behalf of COB. With Board support, build and sustain relationships with other partner and allied organizations.

· Taking the lead in gaining visibility for the work of the Community of Bosnia and advancing the organization's goals through work with the media and through public presentations. Seeking out and shaping imaginative responses to opportunities for interpretation of Bosnia through the media, with policy makers, and with other targeted audiences.

· Assuring that the administration of records and funds is carried out responsibly and that routine office functions are sustained in an orderly manner.

Qualifications
1. A passionate commitment to assisting in the rebuilding of a multi-ethnic state of Bosnia and to supporting Bosnian students in the United States to find ways of participating in that process.

2. A combination of knowledge, skill, and enthusiasm for seeking out new opportunities for a small, flexible, mission-driven organization.

3. Knowledge of Bosnia and the Balkans.

4. Interest in working with youth and young adults.

5. Strong written and oral communication skills, including an ability to provide long-distance supervision and support to a staff member in Bosnia.

6. Ability to work with little or no administrative support. computer literacy required.

7. Experience in work of not-for-profit organizations, including in fundraising and in working with boards of directors.

8. Ability to work self-sufficiently, including literacy in basic computer applications.

Application Procedure:
Send resume and letter describing education, work, and volunteer experiences related to the responsibilities and qualifications described above to:

Warren A. Witte
Community of Bosnia
6834 Anderson Street
Philadelphia, PA 19119 E-Mail: COB@COB-WEB.ORG

posted 10/16/00

MSNBC
EDITORIAL

Managing Interactive Producer*
MSNBC on the Internet is seeking an individual to conceive and produce Interactive applications. The successful candidate will assign tasks/projects within the Interactive Producer team; assist the Sr. Producer in prioritizing and assigning projects across all sections; contribute to the scheduling and development of newsroom tools; produce and report daily, weekly and long-term interactive news stories; oversee content produced daily by a bi-coastal team of ITV Producers. 

Qualifications include a BA/BS degree in Journalism, Communications or related field, a minimum of five years experience in journalism/writing or editing, and a minimum of one year of experience in new media. Must have experience or familiarity with broadcast news and operations, and production in new media; understanding of editorial processes as they relate to an interactive, online environment; ability to organize and manage projects, communicate clearly with others and meet deadlines; thorough understanding of the Web and Web technologies; proficiency in Web based authoring languages such as HTML, DHTML and JavaScript, and publishing tools such as Flash. Desire to work in a fast paced, deadline-driven, intense environment required. 

*Located in Secaucus, NJ 

Paul L. Buckman
Producer, MSNBC Interactive
Paul.Buckman@MSNBC.com
201.583.5698

posted 10/6/00

University of Illinois at Chicago

Gender and Women's Studies. Assistant Professor. Tenure-track. The Gender and Women's Studies Program at the University of Illinois at Chicago seeks to expand its offerings in gay and lesbian studies, broadly defined. We are looking for a candidate whose area of research is the study of minority sexualities and/or non-normative gender identities within a non-Western context. Teaching responsibilities involve undergraduate and graduate courses, including an undergraduate international survey course.  Appointment will be made jointly with an appropriate department.  Discipline open, but social science preferred. Ph.D. in hand by August 2001. Send letter of application, c.v., and three letters of reference to:  Professors John D'Emilio and Norma Moruzzi, Gender and Women's Studies Program, University of Illinois at Chicago, 1152 Behavioral Sciences Bldg., MC-360, 1007 West Harrison, Chicago, IL 60607-7137. Applications should be received by December 1 to receive full consideration, although the search will continue until the position is filled. The University of Illinois at Chicago is an AA/EOE.

posted 10/4/00

BROCK UNIVERSITY
Communications, Popular Culture and Film

The Department of Communications, Popular Culture and Film at Brock University invites applications for a probationary (tenure-track) appointment in information technology and communications theory at the rank of Assistant Professor, effective July 1, 2001.  The position is subject to final budgetary approval.  A thriving interdisciplinary unit with approximately 400 majors, the department offers together with its programs in Film Studies and Popular Culture and undergraduate specialization in four streams of Communications: media and culture, communications policy, business communications, and information technology (for more information see our website: http://www.brocku.ca/cpcf/). A recently completed Ph.D. in a relevant social science discipline is required, together with evidence of successful teaching experience, research potential and expertise in the areas of information technology and communications theory.  In addition to undergraduate teaching, the successful candidate will be expected to develop a strong externally-funded program of independent research and scholarship in the area of expertise, contribute to curriculum development in the new Information Technology stream, and participate fully in the affairs of the department.  Applicants should submit by January 15, 2001 a letter of application accompanied by a curriculum vitae, summaries of teaching evaluations, and selected reprints and pre-prints of published work to: Professor Jim Leach, Chair, Department of Communications, Popular Culture and Film, Brock University, St. Catharines, ON L2S 3A1.  In addition, applicants should arrange for three letters of reference to be sent to Professor Leach by the deadline.  In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, this advertisement is directed to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.  Brock University is committed to a positive action policy aimed at reducing gender imbalance in faculty; qualified women and men candidates are equally encouraged to apply. More information on Brock University can be found on the University's website  www.BrockU.ca.

posted 10/4/00

BridgeNews

BridgeNews, a financial newswire, has an immediate opening for a U.S. Antitrust Reporter based in Washington, DC.  The Antitrust Reporter would be responsible for covering the Justice Department, the Federal Trade Commission, and how antitrust concerns affect proposed mergers. The reporter would be expected to take charge of the beat by covering breaking news, writing reaction and feature stories, and taking the initiative to develop the beat and expand our source list.  We prefer that candidates have 2 years of reporting experience on a  government or business beat, or on a wire service. Applicants should send a resume and a few clips of scoops you have scored to: VZunitch@Bridge.com, or: Vicki Zunitch, Senior M&A Correspondent, BridgeNews, 3 World Financial Center, 28th Floor, NY NY 10285

posted 9/21/00

Smith College
Women's Studies Program 

Tenure-track assistant professor position to begin September, 2001.  Qualifications: completed Ph.D. by August, 2001; graduate interdisciplinary minor or certificate in women's studies; experience teaching interdisciplinary women's studies courses, including introduction and feminist theory. Candidates should also demonstrate research and teaching interests in one of these areas: contemporary popular culture or media studies, political economy of gender in a global context, queer studies, women's health. We are particularly interested in candidates with a focus on global and transnational contexts. Women's Studies is an interdisciplinary program with two full-time and five part-time faculty, with more than forty courses and twenty graduates annually. The Women's Studies major offers concentrations in women of color and queer studies; the Program recently founded the journal Meridians: feminism, race, transnationalism. For more information, visit our websites:  www.smith.edu/wst and www.smith.edu/meridians.

Applications must be complete by December 1, 2000 and must include a statement of research and teaching interests, sample syllabi, and three confidential letters of reference. Send applications to 
Susan Van Dyne,Women's Studies, Smith College, Northampton, MA 01063. Smith College is an equal opportunity employer encouraging excellence through diversity.

posted 9/20/00

Soros Professional English Language Teaching Program (SPELT)

The Soros Professional English Language Teaching Program (SPELT) is seeking English
as a Foreign Language (EFL) Teachers and Teacher Trainers for semester-long teaching assignments in the following countries: Azerbaijan, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Kyrgyzstan, Mongolia, the Volga region in Russia, Tajikistan,Uzbekistan, and Yugoslavia.

 IMMEDIATE OPENING AVAILABLE IN BANJA LUKA, BOSNIA & HERZEGOVINA, FOR SOMEONE WHO IS ABLE TO LEAVE RIGHT AWAY. OTHER POSITIONS BEGIN MID-JANUARY, 2001.

 Open Society Institute
 SPELT is a network program of the Open Society Institute-New York, a private operating and grant-making foundation. Established and funded by George Soros, a New York-based philanthropist, the Open Society Institute-New York is part of the Soros Foundations network, an informal network of organizations operating in over 30 countries around the world. The Soros network of foundations seeks to promote the development of open societies by supporting a range of initiatives that encourage alternative approaches to complex and often controversial issues. To this end, they operate and support an array of programs in education, civil society,  independent media, Internet and e-mail communications, publishing, public health,  human rights, arts and culture, and social, legal, and economic reform.   Soros Professional English Language Teaching Program.  Started in 1990, SPELT seeks to bring modern teaching methodologies to the countries in the foundation network by supplying MA-degree TESOL specialists to selected secondary schools, teacher training colleges, and university departments.  Soros Fellows are responsible for approximately 20 hours of classroom instruction a week. Soros Teacher Trainers work closely with the local Soros foundation, ministries of education, teacher associations, and/or teacher training colleges to develop a variety of activities which may include, but are not limited to pre- and in-service EFL methodology courses, teacher training curriculum development, textbook analysis, testing, and EFL materials development. Both SPELT Fellows and Teacher Trainers provide support to country-specific English language programs run by national foundations. SPELT assignments are for one academic semester and most will begin the second week of January.

Compensation and Benefits
* Local salary provided by host institution
* Housing provided by host institution or funded by local Soros foundation
* $2,500 salary stipend for Soros Fellows
* $ 6,000 salary stipend for Soros Teacher Trainers
* International round trip transportation from residence to assignment
* Comprehensive group medical/hospitalization insurance
* $550 book allowance

 Qualifications
* Master's degree in Applied Linguistics and/or TESOL preferred
* Related undergraduate degree, TESL or TEFL certification considered
* Teaching experience, travel abroad, knowledge of second language
   helpful
* Master's degree in Applied Linguistics and/or TESOL and considerable
   teacher training experience required for Soros Teacher Trainer positions
 Application Process
 Candidates must submit an application, three letters of reference, transcripts, and an essay. Please visit our web site to download the application - www.soros.org/spelt. Please use this information, although it refers to Fall 2000 positions. PLEASE DO NOT SEND YOUR RESUME, ONLY CANDIDATES WHO HAVE SUBMITTED APPLICATIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED. Application review begins immediately and continues until all positions are filled. While applications will be accepted until the end of this period, applicants are encouraged to submit their materials before October 31, 2000 to ensure their consideration.

Laurie Phillips
Soros Professional English Language Teaching Program
Open Society Institute-New York
400 West 59th Street, Fourth Floor, New York, NY 10019
 Tel. 212-548-0136, Fax 212-548-4650, E-mail: spelt@sorosny.org

posted 9/15/00

Yahoo! Internet Life
Full-Time Position Available: Copy Chief

This will be your favorite job. Come work with us at Yahoo! Internet Life, a monthly print magazine with a consumer (not techie) focus published by Ziff Davis Media. You will work in a fast-paced but fun environment, copyediting articles for content, accuracy, grammar, style, and spelling.  As Copy Chief, you will be in charge of the day-to-day running of the desk and will supervise a staff copy editor and several freelance editors and fact-checkers. You will maintain, refine, and promulgate house style (which is basically AP, with some Chicago and Words into Type used as needed). The ideal candidate must have a sense of humor, awesome Quark skills, and seven to 10 years of consumer-magazine copyediting experience. The word "multitasking" is overused these days, but yes, you've got to be able to do that! It is also essential that you be detail-oriented, careful, highly organized, and pop-culture savvy. You must be comfortable using the Internet for research, information, and entertainment. Content is unfailingly interesting and wide-ranging; closings are relatively sane. Job is on-site in our convenient Flatiron District office (in Manhattan).  Salary: commensurate with experience. Full health and dental benefits, 401K and employee incentive plan, tuition reimbursement, etc. If interested, please pick up an issue and look through it. If you like what you see, please send your resume as the body of an e-mail (or a Word attachment) to maria_carmicino@2ziffdavis.com

Copy editors! Fill up that free time (what free time?) with an interesting assignment at Yahoo! Internet Life. You will work in the same collegial environment described above. We don't need techies per se, but if you know your way around the Internet, we want you. Work either in our Flatiron District offices (one week out of the month, for instance), or at home on special projects. You need to be completely at ease in Quark and able to follow house style. The ideal candidate has at least two to three years of consumer magazine experience. Salary is $25 per hour. To respond, please send resume as the body of an e-mail (or a Word attachment) to maria_carmicino@2ziffdavis.com

posted 9/14/00

The University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
Two Positions Available

Position One--Organizational Communication: Courses currently taught in this position include organizational communication, business and professional speaking, small group communication, and interviewing. The successful candidate may teach these courses along with our hybrid basic course in speech communication, and may be asked to teach other courses from the existing curriculum or develop new ones based on qualifications and experience. He or she will also direct our internship program. Salary is competitive.

Qualifications: Ph.D in Speech Communication. Evidence of teaching excellence required. Additionally, the successful applicant will be expected to develop an independent and ongoing research program.

Position Two--History and Theory of Television and Radio: The Radio/TV/Film Area of the Department of Communication seeks a tenure-track assistant professor in History and Theory of Television and Radio. The person we seek will be primarily responsible for the development of a History of Broadcasting and Electronic Media Course. The candidate must also have the ability and desire to teach an introductory Radio/TV/Film Communication course, courses in basic media writing, and upper-level courses with titles such as Communication and Technology in the
 Information Age and Educational Telecommunications. There will be opportunities to create new courses based on interest, qualifications and experience.

Qualifications:
 Ph.D in Radio/TV/Film. Evidence of teaching excellence  required. The person we seek will be expected to develop an independent and ongoing research program that will complement an area with strengths in both the practical and conceptual study of media.

Starting date for both positions: September 1, 2001.

Procedure: Send letter of application, vita, official transcripts, and three recent letters of recommendation to: Tony Palmeri, Chair, Department of Communication, University of Wisconsin Oshkosh, Oshkosh, WI 54901.

For further information: (920) 424-4422, FAX (920) 424-1279, or e-mail
Palmeri@uwosh.edu. Application deadline: November 1, 2000. UW Oshkosh is an affirmative action/ Equal Opportunity employer.

posted 9/12/00

The Bergen Record

Position Available:  Copyeditor/Features

The Bergen Record, located in northern New Jersey, is looking for an experienced copy editor to work on our features desk, helping to put out a daily Your Time entertainment and features section, along with weekly Food, Travel, Living, Health, Home & Family, and Previews weekend sections.  We're seeking an imaginative headline writer with excellent editing skills, a working knowledge of popular culture and the arts, and interest in features topics such as food, health, and travel. Layout expertise and computer savvy are a plus. The ideal candidate will have three to five years of copy-editing experience at a daily newspaper; less experienced applicants will be considered if their headlines and other skills warrant it.  This is a full-time position and is available immediately. In addition to writing design and inside page headlines and editing copy, the job entails proofing the work of paginators. Depending on the candidate's skills, it could also include composing room page-clearing work and some layout and inside feature package design.  Applicants should send a cover letter, resume, and samples of their headlines and editing; include layouts, too, if you've got some to show.

Send to: Elizabeth Houlton, Features Copydesk Chief, The Record, 150 River St., Hackensack, N.J. 07601. 
Email: houlton@bergen.com
Phone: (201) 646-4588

posted 9/12/00

Overnight Business  
Three positions available:

Editor located in Redmond, WA 
Associate Producer located in Secaucus, NJ
Multimedia Producer located in Secaucus, NJ

For information regarding positions call:
Paul L. Buckman
Producer, MSNBC Interactive
Paul.Buckman@MSNBC.com
201.583.5698

posted 9/12/00

Sponsors for Educational Opportunity
2 positions

Eleventh Grade Advisor & Program Coordinator

Sponsors for Educational Opportunity (SEO), a non-profit organization founded in 1963, is dedicated to preparing students of color to lead by example in their families, communities, and careers. SEO provides academic, personal, career development services, sustained support and mentoring from adolescence through career. SEO is a member of the Gould Partners, a collaborative group of non-profits led by the Edwin Gould Foundation for Children.

Send cover letter and resume to:

SEO Search Committee
126 E. 31^st Street NYC 10016
Fax (212) 532-2664
Email: kjoseph@seo-ny.org

Manager of College Programs

Sponsors for Educational Opportunity (SEO), a non-profit organization founded in 1963, is dedicated to preparing students of color to lead by example in their families, communities, and careers. SEO provides academic, personal, career development services, sustained support and mentoring from adolescence through career. SEO is a member of the Gould Partners, a collaborative group of non-profits led by the Edwin Gould Foundation for Children.

The National Jewish Center for Learning and 
Leadership
WRITER/EDITOR

CLAL- The National Jewish Center for Learning and Leadership, a non-profit educational organization and "think tank" is searching for a full-time writer/editor to serve as a fellow on our faculty. CLAL is comprised of rabbis (from all denominations) and academics (political scientists, philosophers, psychologists, and historians) that teach in diverse settings and speak and write on a wide range of cultural, political, and religious issues. Responsibilities include writing/editing essays of social and cultural commentary with faculty members, creating a book proposal, and writing publicity materials on the programming of the organization. The candidate must have experience writing in both journalistic and creative styles and be able to communicate to diverse audiences. Interest in broad societal trends affecting religion, identity, community, spirituality, and ethnicity as well as some familiarity with American Jewish culture is an asset. Resumes may be sent to Aliza Kaplan at CLAL 440 Park Ave. South 4th floor NY,NY 10016. Akaplan@clal.org mail to: Akaplan@cla.org> Please attach at least two writing samples, of different styles. We are looking to fill the position as soon as possible.

Dr. Shari J. Cohen, Senior Research Fellow
CLAL
440 Park Ave. South, 4th floor
New York, NY 10016

Phone: 212-779-3300, ext. 125
Fax: 212-779-1009

posted 9/11

BUSINESSWEEK ONLINE
SEEKS SOLID FREELANCERS

BusinessWeek Online is looking for sharp tech reporters with an eye for trends, big personalities and company profiles in the technology field.  From optical networking to software development to tech law issues, anything tech interests us. It doesn't matter if you live in Mumbai or Memphis as long as you have an interesting story to tell. That said, priority areas include Seatlle, LA, Austin, NYC,
Atlanta, Washington D.C., N. Virginia, SF, London, Paris, Bangalore, Tokyo and Taipei.  Stories will generally range from 500 to 800 words but sometimes longer.  We can pay up to $1 per word, depending on experience. Fresh angles and an exotic take on anything are at a premium. Please email clips and contact info, as well as sample pitches, to alex_salkever@businessweek.com. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. URL links or personal Websites are preferred although cut-and-paste is acceptable. We will not open clips sent as attachments. Thanks.

posted 9/11/00

The (Bergen) Record

The (Bergen) Record, based in northern New Jersey, seeks an experienced manager for its Computer-Assisted Reporting lab.  Applicants must have a proven ability to oversee a news-research operation, including acquiring and analyzing primary source data, conducting electronic public records research, and disseminating data through a CAR Lab-generated newsroom intranet.  The manager will be an integral part of all investigative and enterprise stories.  Candidates must be able to conduct newsroom CAR-training sessions in Excel, Access, and Internet research techniques. Proficiency in SQL is required. Strong knowledge of ArcView, Monarch, and Front Page software a plus.

Contact: Douglas Clancy, Assistant Managing Editor, The Bergen Record, 150 River St., Hackensack, N.J. 07601. Phone: (201) 646-4481.
 Email: Clancy@bergen.com 

posted 9/11/00

BridgeNews

BridgeNews, a financial newswire, has an opening in New York for a reporter to join our Mergers and Acquisitions team.  The M&A Reporter is expected to break news and write reaction stories about mergers and acquisitions involving U.S. public corporations, write features about the M&A business, and take initiative to help develop our coverage and source list. We operate in a collegial environment that values both teamwork and individual enterprise.  The successful candidate should have a minimum of 2 years of experience as a corporate or M&A reporter, but would likely have more. Applicants should send a resume and clips of scoops concerning U.S. corporations, preferably involving mergers and acquisitions, to: Vicki Zunitch, Senior M&A Correspondent, Bridge News, 3 World Financial Center, 28th Floor, NY NY 10285, or VZunitch@Bridge.com.

posted 9/7/00

CENTRAL MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY
DEPARTMENT OF JOURNALISM

3 TENURE-TRACK ASSISTANT PROFESSORS IN
ADVERTISING, PUBLIC RELATIONS AND MASS MEDIA STUDIES

The Department of Journalism invites applications for 3 tenure-track positions in our undergraduate program with primary  interest and expertise in: Advertising--teach principles, design, copywriting and layout, campaign management, media planning, database and interactive advertising, and portfolio preparation. Experience in  the creative aspects of advertising and proficiency in Illustrator, Photoshop, Quark, PowerPoint and Internet applications is required. 
Public Relations--teach principles, writing and audio/visual/web presentation,
program and campaign management, case studies, and portfolio preparation, as well as develop special topics seminars. The applicant may represent the department on an Integrated Public Relations Council supervising that interdisciplinary major. Qualifications: The department has two possible tenure tracks for these two positions: (1)for an earned doctorate or ABD in journalism, mass communication or related field required; or, (2) for a nationally distinguished professional with a bachelor’s degree required, master’s degree preferred. Mass Media Studies--teach courses such as mass communications in contemporary society, international  and cross cultural mass communications, and mass media’s role in racial diversity. Ability to teach in a secondary area of mass media law, magazine journalism, and/or web news production is preferred. The successful candidate will provide leadership for the department’s three General Education coursesby coordinating sections, monitoring quality and planning and conducting student outcomes assessment. Qualifications: An earned doctorate or ABD in journalism, mass communication or related field is required for this position. Additional qualifications for all three positions: Ability to integrate new communication technology in the classroom is required. College teaching is preferred. Faculty are expected to conduct research relevant to the mission of the department; teach three courses per semester; advise students; and engage in professional development and service activities. In addition, applicants should be prepared to seek and create opportunities for curricular collaboration, including online projects.

Send letter of interest, vita, evidence of teaching effectiveness, if available, and names, phone and fax numbers, and e-mail address of 3 references to Guy T. Meiss, Chair, Journalism Department, CMU, Mt. Pleasant, MI 48859. E-mail: jrndept@mail.cmich.edu, Fax:517-774-7114. Review of applications will begin November 1, 2000 and continue until the position is filled.

Journalism is a growing department with 12 tenure-track and 3 full-time
temporary faculty, 150 undergraduate majors, 100 minors, and is accredited by AEJMC.

CMU, an AA/EO institution, is strongly and actively committed to increasing diversity within its community, (see www.cmich.edu/aaeo.html).

posted 9/7/00

City Limits

City Limits, a monthly magazine covering New York City's neighborhoods and the issues that affect them, seeks a DESIGNER to produce 10 issues a year on a freelance basis. The designer will create four-color covers and black-and white features, lay out departments based on a template, and lay in display and classified advertising in a book that ranges from 40 to 48 pages an issue. Production takes place during one week near the end of every month, except in June and August, with one day of that week spent in City Limits' Manhattan office. Fee to be negotiated; range: $1500 to $2,000 per issue, depending on experience. Please send resume and work samples to:  Alyssa Katz, City Limits, 120 Wall Street, 20th floor, New York, NY 10005.

posted 9/1/00

Bucks County Community College
Recruiting Tutors (Open to Undergraduate or Graduate Students)

We are currently recruiting writing tutors here at Bucks. The candidate should have accumulated at least 30 college credits, passed Rhet (or Comp) 1 & 2 with a B+ or higher, and have a min GPA of 3.0.

Contact:
Candace Ploskina
Interim Tutorial Coordinator for Writing
Bucks County Community College
215-968-8044

posted 8/31/00

The Bergen Record

The Bergen Record, located in northern New Jersey near New York City,
has the following full-time openings:

* Assignment Editor/News: 3 years daily assigning experience.
* Newsdesk Editor: 3+ years of copyediting, news desk experience.
* Photo Assignment Editor: 3 years daily assigning experience.
* CAR Lab Manager: Applicants must be proficient in managing a CAR lab
   staff and contributing to investigative and enterprise stories. The manager also 
   must have a proven ability to oversee a news-research operation.
* Copy editors (news, lifestyle, business, and sports): 3 years of daily
   copyediting experience. Reporting experience preferred.
* Photographer: 3+ years of daily photo experience.
* Business Reporters (pharmaceuticals, banking): 2+ years daily business
   reporting, plus prior news experience.
* Municipal Reporters: 3 years daily news reporting experience.
* Editorial Writer: 2-3 years daily editorial writing experience.
* Asian-American Affairs Reporter: 3 years daily newspaper reporting
   experience.

If interested, contact Douglas Clancy, Assistant Managing Editor,
The Bergen Record, 150 River St., Hackensack, N.J. 07601. Phone: (201)
646-4481.
Email: Clancy@bergen.com 

posted 8/31/00

National Writers Union 
Part-time job 

The National Writers Union, a union for freelance writers affiliated with the UAW, has an immediate opening for a part-time organizer/coordinator to mobilize volunteer activism and handle daily office affairs. Job skills will likely include: interpersonal and writing skills, experience in organizing and/or office administration, outgoing personality, creativity, computer literacy, knowledge of the New York City publishing industry,
ability to work with limited supervision, and commitment to progressive goals. We value diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

25 hrs/wk @ $15-23/hour, plus subsidized health benefits, personal days and two weeks vacation.

Send cover letter and resume to:
National Writers Union, NY Local
275 7th Avenue, 20th floor
New York, NY 10001

or email: nwuny@echonyc.com
fax: 212---807-6245
For further information call: 212---929-2241 Mon.-Thurs. 2-6 PM

posted 8/29/00

RCN
Internal Communications Associate

RESPONSIBILITIES: To craft clear, accurate and timely content to RCN employees via the RCN Intranet, E-mail and print materials.  Other responsibilities include supporting the writing efforts of Investor Relations and Public Relations on an as needed basis, including Powerpoint presentations and press releases.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Bachelor's Degree, preferably in English, Communication, Journalism or related discipline.  A year of work experience (including internships) is highly desirable.  Familiarity with Business or Telecommunications is a strong point.

PERSONAL SKILLS/ABILITIES NEEDED: Strong writing skills, strong interpersonal skills, proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Windows, Word, Powerpoint, etc.) must be familiar with the World Wide Web and Internet searches/navigation.

All responses can be e-mailed to rcn@prc.webhire including a cover letter referencing the position of Internal Communications Assistant.

posted 8/29/00

Business For Social Responsibility

POSITION TITLE: Human Resources Associate
PROGRAM: People & Organizational Development (POD)
SUPERVISOR: Vice President, Human Resources
HOURS: 40+/Week (Flexible Schedule Available)
EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full-time, Exempt

BSR is a young, fast growing non-profit business association whose approximately 1,500 small, medium and large-sized member and affiliated companies have more than seven million employees and have combined annual revenues of more than $1.7 trillion. BSR’s mission is to promote more responsible business practices by helping companies achieve commercial success in ways that honor high ethical standards and respect people, communities and the environment. BSR and the BSR Education Fund have a combined staff of about 50 people and an operating budget for the current year of $8 million.

The Human Resources Associate is responsible for providing support to the
People and Organizational Development Program at BSR and BSREF. The People
and Organizational Development Program (POD) provides comprehensive human
resources leadership, support and services designed to maximize organizational effectiveness. The staff also works with BSR’s senior management to create a work place culture that honors BSR’s core values of leadership, integrity and respect for others. The POD staff provides leadership as well for the organization's ongoing efforts to become a model work place, recruiting, retaining, rewarding and developing a diverse collection of highly-skilled and dedicated staff.

RESPONSIBILITIES:  Establish, maintain, and protect the confidentiality of personnel files for all employees, maintain all employee benefit records and POD documents and files. Maintain POD databases and information systems.  Receive and print all incoming resumes from BSR’s employment opportunity website, and distribute screened resumes to the program team leaders or managers.  Draft, prepare, and send acknowledgement letters to all job applicants, and send closing letters to all candidates not selected for interview and/or employment.  Prepare payroll changes, including Personnel Action Notices, semimonthly in conjunction with the finance department. Prepare and reconcile all billing statements for approval by the VPHR and VP Finance. Track and maintain records on all leave time including vacation, sick leave, and personal days, etc.  Edit POD documents for distribution to employees.  Maintain POD contact list.  Manage the internal staff calendar.  Make logistical and other arrangements for staff meetings, orientations
session, training and other gatherings. Other relevant duties as opportunities and needs arise.

QUALIFICATIONS: Education BA/BS or equivalent. Experience 3 years experience as a human resources administrative support professional.

Skills: The incumbent must have excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to work as an effective team member in a collaborative work environment, and a demonstrated commitment to high ethical standards, diversity and a high level of customer service.

The incumbent must also have a general knowledge of applicable state and federal employment regulations, wage and hour regulations, and experience with the routine aspects of employee benefits administration.

The incumbent must have demonstrated as well, good judgment and decision-making capabilities, excellent writing and organizational skills and the discretion to maintain the confidentiality of highly sensitive issues and information.

Technical Proficiency in Word, Excel, and Power Point required. HRIS experience preferred.
 
Diversity BSR is committed to a diverse workforce. We actively seek to recruit and retain people with backgrounds, experiences and perspectives reflecting the full diversity of our economy and society.

COMPENSATION:  BSR offers a competitive benefits package, including 401(k) savings plan, health, dental and disability insurance, three weeks of paid vacation, flexible hours and a casual atmosphere. Compensation is commensurate with skill, knowledge and experience level. The minimum salary for this position is $45,000, with actual salary dependent on skill, knowledge and prior experience. All BSR employees are also eligible for an annual salary adjustment and may receive a modest annual bonus based on individual and team performance and the organization’s financial results.

BSR is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Posted 8/25/00

Earthjustice Legal Defense Fund

Communications Assistant
Earthjustice Legal Defense Fund is the non-profit law firm for the environment with nine offices across the United States. Earthjustice represents-without charge-hundreds of community groups and grassroots organizations. When reason and persuasion fail to protect the environment, Earthjustice works through the courts and congress to safeguard public lands, national forests, parks and wilderness areas; to reduce air and water pollution; to prevent toxic contamination; to preserve endangered species and wildlife habitat; and to achieve environmental justice.

The Communications Department at Earthjustice was created in March to focus on media, internet communications, publications, advertising, promotions, and marketing for the organization. The Communications Assistant will join a team of five staff members to provide support for the department and facilitate the flow of information with Regional offices and the Development Department. Major responsibilities include:

                    Maintaining media databases;
                    Providing regular Communications updates to staff via the Internet
                    and e-mail messages;
                    Distribution of collateral materials to Regional offices;
                    Organizing and distributing press clips;
                    Developing and maintaining a photo archive;
                    Maintaining the B-Roll library;
                    Pitching stories to the press when additional resources are needed;
                    Gathering program information from the regional offices; and
                    Creating quarterly Communications Department reports the
                    board.

Administrative support will involve developing materials, coordinating meetings, and assisting the Director of Communications.

Applicants must have excellent organizational skills; good written and oral communications skills; and a willingness to work in a fast-paced environment and learn quickly. Bachelor’s degree in communications, environmental studies, political science, or history is preferred. Experience providing support to a communications company or non-profit communications department is also preferred.

 To apply, please send cover letter and resume to: 

                    Human Resources Department
                    Communications Assistant
                    180 Montgomery Street
                    Suite 1400
                    San Francisco, CA 94104.
                    Fax (415) 627-6740. 
                    Email: bbosma@earthjustice.org. No drop ins, please.

Posted 8/25/00

MSNBC

Reporter, Business & Technology*
MSNBC on the Internet is seeking an individual to cover U.S. stock markets for the Business & Technology section. The successful candidate will generate and update analytical stories on stock market sectors, trends, individual companies and overall movement throughout the day.

Qualifications include a BA/BS in Journalism or business related subject, and a
minimum of five years experience in news. Must have experience in breaking-news reporting, and solid knowledge of and experience in markets
coverage.  Experience in an online or wire service environment preferred.

*Position located in Secaucus

 NJ Multimedia Producer*
MSNBC on the Internet is seeking an individual to produce and edit media, such as audio, photographs and video, from multiple sources for individual stories and packages. The successful candidate will work to advance multimedia technologies including systems, delivery options, workflow, automation, content sources, and
original reporting procedures.

Qualifications include a BA or BS, and a minimum of five years of journalism
and two years relevant Internet publishing and editorial experience. Visual sophistication and high ethical standards is key. Prior online new media and
startup experience a plus. Must possess strong editing and project management
skills, and have the ability and willingness to be flexible under deadline. 

*Position located in Secaucus, NJ 


Paul L. Buckman
Producer, MSNBC Interactive
Paul.Buckman@MSNBC.com
201.583.5698

Posted 8/25/00

Northeastern University
Department of Communication Studies
Assistant Professor

Northeastern University, an urban institution located in the heart of Boston, Massachusetts, invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor in its Department of Communication Studies. The position will begin July 1, 2001. Position is in the area of Media Studies. Candidates must have an earned doctorate in Communication Studies or closely related field, a research agenda and a commitment to teaching. Teaching responsibilities include introductory and advanced media and communication studies courses. Desirable research areas include media and cultural studies, new media, media convergence, international communication, industry analysis, or media, ethnicity and gender. Practical experience in web-based media is a plus. The successful candidate will also have a demonstrated commitment to maintaining diversity in higher education. Northeastern University particularly welcomes applications from women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. Applications will be accepted until December 15, 2000. Send curriculum vitae and names and addresses of three references to:
                     Professor Joanne Morreale
                     Department of Communication Studies 
                    101 Lake Hall
                     Northeastern University
                     360 Huntington Avenue
                     Boston, MA  02115.

posted 8/21/00

SCORE! Prep

A one-on-one tutoring company, we help students improve and excel in academic areas, and also prepare students for the SAT and other standardized tests.

We are currently searching for outstanding undergraduate and graduate students to work as tutors in our organization. 

Position : Tutors needed in the following subject areas: Math, English, Writing, Languages, and Sciences. Tutors will be asked to teach in their individual areas of expertise.

Requirements : Reliable transportation, high standardized test scores, desire to help others learn.

Compensation : $13-$15 per hour to start, with a regular system of reviews and raises.

Working Hours : Extremely flexible & partly at the tutor's discretion.

SCORE! Prep is a company that is dedicated to the futures of our students and our employees. We are interested in seeing our tutors succeed even as their careers take them beyond SCORE! Prep, and are more than happy to provide support and references for successful tutors who seek full-time employment after college. SCORE! Prep and its parent company, SCORE! Learning Corporation, also provide advancement opportunities for those seeking employment in the sectors of business and education.

Lastly, we are intent upon using electronic mail in a respectful and non-intrusive fashion. Should you wish to be removed from the list of those who will receive information about employment opportunities for students, simply send a reply to this email stating so, and we will willingly comply. 

Contact:
Kate Brenton
Academic Coordinator
SCORE! Prep
kbrenton@scoreprep.com
Phone: (800) 747-0702

Posted 8/17/00

Technology Investor Magazine 

Financial and Business Writer/Journalist Positions Open

Positions Available: Full-time Writers (3)

Location: 270 Madison Avenue, New York,
NY 10016.  Between 39 and 40. Two blocks from Grand Central.

Contact Muriel Fullam
212-417-9100 
Muriel_Fullam@TechnologyInvestor.com

Technology Investor Magazine is a new and well-funded startup. It is the first and only monthly, four-color, glossy personal finance magazine and website about investing in technology stocks and 
mutual funds and the necessary tools and techniques. 

We’re looking for writers who are obsessed with technology and business.  We’re looking for writers who can help us find the hottest technology sectors, explain how the technology works, compare company finances, evaluate market trends and write concise, informative articles that our 
readers can use to make and manage their investments. 

We’re looking for writers who are intelligent, ambitious and hate corporate B.S. We’d like you to have superb writing skills, serious self-confidence, a knack for research and a flair for explaining technology. We’d prefer you not to be arrogant. And you should not have worked too long for a 
large, slow-moving, bureaucratic company and picked up too many bad habits.

We have stock options and a stimulating work environment filled with fun, intelligent, excited people who have no false sense of their own importance. We offer the chance to make yourself a fast reputation in an exploding field and to learn more than you ever dreamed possible about the most exciting field today – technology. Which includes the Internet, genomics, biotech, computing, telecom (wired and wireless), electronics, semiconductors, etc. etc. 

Opportunities include public speaking, TV appearances, authoring books and learning about and being involved with the stockmarket, pre-IPOs, venture capital and angel investing.

We offer great benefits, including onsite gym, health, dental, 401K and stock options for all employees. To find out more, check out www.TechnologyInvestor.com. To apply, email cover letter, resume and writing samples (not necessary) to:                     

            Muriel_Fullam@TechnologyInvestor.com 
                                        or
 mail to: 

            Muriel Fullam
            Technology Investor Magazine
            270 Madison Avenue 
            New York, NY 10016

Posted 8/16/00

Office of Information Technology (OIT)
Hourly Work for  (CCS)

Communications and Creative Services is looking for assistance from students who have an interest and background in journalism and/or Web site design and publishing.

The work includes the following:
        Content Management

Participate in the ongoing management of State of New Jersey various sites, which may include:

Writing for State News Center

Checking information on sites to see it is up-to-date

Recommend removal of obsolete information

Suggest more appropriate organization of content to coincide with the restructuring of site

Revise content to be appropriate for the Web instead of for print

Public Relations and Marketing

Organize CCS Resource Library

Clip relevant articles for CCS

Assist with Public Information, i.e. press releases and other promotional materials

Hourly rates: $10 to $12 per hour, depending on experience.

Number of hours per week: flexible.

Contact:
Hanna Fox
Communications Manager
Communications and Creative Services
Telephone: 609-633-0213
e-mail: hrfox@oit.state.nj.us

Posted 8/16/00

MSNBC

Multimedia Producer
*MSNBC on the Internet is seeking an individual to produce and edit media, such as audio, photographs and video, from multiple sources for individual stories and packages. The successful candidate will work to advance multimedia technologies including systems, delivery options, workflow, automation, content sources, and original reporting procedures.

Qualifications include a BA or BS, and a minimum of five years of journalism and two years relevant Internet publishing and editorial experience. Visual sophistication and high ethical standards is key. Prior online new media and startup experience a plus. Must possess strong editing and project management skills, and have the ability and willingness to be flexible under deadline. 

*Position located in Secaucus, NJ 

Associate Producer, Business 
MSNBC on the Internet is seeking an individual to produce and edit news stories from our partners, reporters and other sources. The successful candidate will work with a team of interactive producers to develop ad hoc and standing applications and tools for use by the business and technology teams, and produce and edit stories for feature sections such as small business and personal finance as assigned. 

Qualifications include a BA/BS in Journalism or business related subject, and a minimum of five years experience in daily journalism. Experience in business and/or technology news and online experience preferred.

Information Designer*
MSNBC on the Internet is seeking a highly motivated and creative professional to design and execute interfaces and interactive applications. The successful candidate will be responsible 
for graphic design for TV News and stories, Sports, MSNBC Homepage, information graphics/charts/applications, illustration, site architecture and navigational schemes. 

Qualifications include a BFA or BA in Graphic or Interactive Design. Equivalent real-world experience would be considered. Must have a strong portfolio, typographic skills, and a facility for learning new software, web design experience, and a strong desire to explore an emerging medium. Experience working in a fast-paced, news and editorial driven environment is critical. Must be teamwork-oriented, have a positive attitude and have the ability to think and design on tight deadlines. High level of skill in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator or Freehand, and html knowledge is required. Illustration skills a plus. 

*Position located in Secaucus, NJ 

Producer/Reporter*
MSNBC on the Internet is seeking an individual with strong editorial and production skills to work within the NBC Burbank Bureau. The successful candidate will serve as a conduit between MSNBC and the NBC Bureau regarding NBC projects and assignments in both
newsrooms; augment stories assigned and shot by NBC, rendering those stories publishable on MSNBC; enterprise original news stories for MSNBC; be available for production and editing shifts when necessary. 

Qualifications include a BA or BS in Liberal Arts or Journalism, or equivalent experience, and a minimum of five years working for print or broadcast news organizations as a reporter or editor. Must have an understanding of online journalism; excellent news judgment; strong communication and interviewing skills; ability to work under deadline pressure.  Familiarity with online publishing tools desired.

*Position located in Burbank, CA
 
Creative Director
MSNBC on the Internet is seeking a seasoned professional to create and implement site design. The successful candidate will provides design direction to the sr. management team; build and manage a unified east and west coast creative team; design innovative concepts for news presentation and story telling; communicate with sr. executives regarding redesign concepts and progress; coordinate design relationships with partner companies; oversee use of MSNBC brand by external parties. 

Qualifications include MS or BFA in Fine Arts or Communications design, ten years in design function within media industry, a minimum of four years in a management role, and two years in new 
media online industry. Strong creative design and motivation skills required.

Executive Producer, Business & Technology
MSNBC on the Internet is seeking a seasoned professional to create and oversee the leading Business and Technology news site on the internet. The successful candidate will manage the bi-coastal Business and Technology news sections; communicate with senior executives within MSNBC, Microsoft, CNBC and NBC regarding concepts and content; drive the Business and Technology vision for the site; coordinate CNBC/MS/NBC properties; and manage partner relationships.

Qualifications include BA/BS and ten years journalism, with a minimum of five years in editorial producer function within media industry, four+ years in management role, and two years minimum in new media online industry. Must have strong business, communication and editorial production skills. 

posted 8/15/00

CNET News.com

General Assignment Reporter 
CNET News.com, an award-winning technology news Web site, is looking for a general assignment reporter for its New York bureau to cover a variety of technology breaking news. Areas of coverage will include e-business, personal technology, enterprise computing communications, and entertainment and media. Must have at least a couple of years of experience as a reporter, with  previous technology coverage preferred. Must be able to juggle reporting and writing several stories at one time under extremely tight deadlines.

CNET News.com (www.news.com) is the first online news organization to provide content to the Associated Press (AP), the oldest and largest news organization in the world. CNET News.com 
stories are also carried on the New York Times Web site (http://www.nytimes.com/) and on ABCNews.com.

Send cover letter, resume and no more than 3 clips to Sundeep Junnarkar at sandeepj@cnet.com.  No calls please.  PLEASE INCLUDE THE WORD "RESUME" IN THE SUBJECT LINE.

Posted 8/8/00

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