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Accounting Assistant / Hotline Referral Specialist
Minnesota Literacy Council

Individual needed for full-time position to perform basic accounting functions (50%) and hotline referrals for adult learners (50%).

Responsibilities for the Accounting Assistant portion of the position include:

-         Accounts payable functions
-         Preparing cash receipts
-         Account receivable functions
-         Payroll for VISTA personnel
-         Maintaining records for fixed assets
-         Other related accounting duties
-         Providing support to the Finance Director

Responsibilities for the Hotline Referral Specialist portion of the position include:

-         Answering incoming phone requests for referrals to ABE (Adult Basic Education) & ESL (English as a Second Language) programs 

-         Referring volunteers to the Volunteer Coordinator
-         Tracking volunteer and learner calls electronically
-         Conducting hotline outreach activities as requested
-         Providing referrals to children’s programs as appropriate
-         Training backup operators

Qualifications for this position include:

-         Minimum 2 years experience in accounting, preferably in a nonprofit setting
-         Bachelors or Associate’s degree in business, accounting or related field preferred
-         Excellent computer skills including database, spreadsheet and Internet experience
-         Excellent oral and written communication skills
-          Interest in and commitment to ABE/ESL
-         Ability to relate effectively with people of other cultures and varying educational backgrounds
-         Ability to collaborate effectively with a variety of internal and external stakeholders
-         Good judgment and resourcefulness
-         Fluency in English required; proficiency in a language other than English (Spanish, Somali, Hmong) desirable 

To apply, please submit resume and cover letter by Friday, February 2nd to:

Debbie Cushman, Human Resources, Minnesota Literacy Council
756 Transfer Road, St. Paul, MN 55114-1404, Fax: 651-645-2272
Ph: 651-645-2277 x 242, Email: dcushman@theMLC.org

The Minnesota Literacy Council is an affirmative action /equal opportunity employer

Position: Vice President of Transportation

TYPE: Full Time    DEADLINE: 2/23/2007

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Transit Administration:
• Work closely with President and the VP of Community Services to ensure the quality and availability of all services offered to the community.
• Ensure all Transit planning and new Transit service development efforts position DARTS as a leader in the specialized transit industry
• Prepare and negotiate all Transit contracts, including contracts with Metropolitan Council, Dakota County, and Transportation providers in Lakeville, Hastings, and others and to ensure compliance with all the necessary elements of the contracts
• Develop and manage the annual Transit and IT operating budgets and monitor on a regular basis to ensure adherence to budget.
• Develop and manage the Transit operating and IT capital budgets, including office computers and software, vehicle communications hardware and software and vehicle acquisition and replacement to meet the operational needs and safety of the department
• Manage all insurance related activities for Transit to appropriately manage DARTS risk while maximizing safety and minimizing cost.

Transit Operations:
• Direct the key Transit operations staff; the Director of Transportation Operations, Customer Service Supervisor, Information Systems Manager and Administrative Assistant to ensure all services are implemented and operate as proposed.
• Provide for and oversee as needed the monitoring of all Transit services and activities to maintain maximum effectiveness, efficiencies and utilization of resources to meet budget. Including oversight of hiring, staffing, safety programs, customer service, and scheduling and dispatching.
• Oversee the development and offering of trainings and materials for internal and external use that position DARTS as a leader in specialized transit service operations training.
• Assist the Information Systems Manager in maintaining DARTS technology infrastructure and the investment in the tools to maximize staff time and expertise.
• Promote and assist with special technology projects for transportation to test options that may provide a competitive edge and maximize service opportunities.

Represent DARTS in Transit Community:
• Establish and maintain community contacts that support DARTS in its mission to provide excellent community based services.
• Develop and maintain working relationship with transit providers, non-profit community based agencies, public funding agencies, software vendors, educational institutions and various other publics to establish DARTS position as a key resource in the Twin Cities Metropolitan area.
• Attend areas transit meetings and other planning events.
• Actively participant in the Minnesota Public Transit Association, the Met Council Advisory Committee and other similar organizations.

Directly Supervises: Director of Transportation Operations, Customer Service Supervisor, Information Systems Manager, and Administrative Assistant.

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
-Bachelor’s degree in business administration, transportion, non-profit management or similar management degree area. Masters degree preferred.
-Minimum of 5 years supervisory and administrative experience with an increasing degree of responsibility
-Demonstrated experience and knowledge of computerized systems and administration
-Proven ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing with internal and external publics including businesses, donors, government and public agencies
-Ability to work cooperatively and effectively lead, facilitate and participate in staff teams
-Ability to facilitate diverse groups of staff and mediate differences
-Demonstrated analytical skills and judgment necessary to make responsible decisions in accordance with operating requirements
-Experience in strategic and operations planning and policy development
-Customer service oriented training or experience in a support role.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Physical job requirements:
The physical job requirements of this position include sitting (frequently), computer work (frequently), bending to file (occasionally), lifting (rarely), telephone calls (frequently), moving around the office (frequently), out of office meetings and driving (frequently).

Mental Job requirements:
The mental job requirements of this position include: critical thinking, problem solving, written and oral communication skills, planning, reading, math and statistical analysis.

Work Environment:
This position is in an office setting, in a private office. Most of the work is conducted in the office with regular seminars and meetings located off premise in the Twin Cities and occasional out of state travel.

HOW TO APPLY:
Please submit Cover Letter, Resume, and DARTS Employment Application to:John Koenen, Human Resources Director DARTS
1645 Marthaler Lane, West St. Paul, MN 55118.
Email: john.koenen@DARTS1.org. FAX 651-234-2280.

Position: Property Manager Trainee

SALARY: $10-12/hr    TYPE: Full Time / 40 hours    DEADLINE: Open Until Filled

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Job Summary:
Responsible for assisting the property managers with day-to-day operations including site office organization; marketing and leasing; compliance activities; budget management; property oversight; communication with residents, neighbors, funders, regulatory agencies and both internal and external PPL customers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The following duties are normal for this position. These duties are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive.
Assist Property Manager with marketing, rental applications and leasing activities.
Assist with scheduling of apartment turnover work.
Assist with completion of income certification and recertification of residents.
Assure prospective and current residents understand lease obligations and PPL House Rules.
Assist with assigned rent collection activities.
Prepare invoices for Property Manager approval.
Maintain appearance of site office to the best possible advantage.
Complete training activities as assigned by Supervisor.
Manage resident calls and Ø visits, rental and other inquiries in a friendly, professional manner.

Additional Tasks and Responsibilities: While the following tasks are necessary for the work of the unit, they are not an essential part of the purpose of this position and may also be performed by other members.
Answer and route telephone calls and miscellaneous questions from employees, clients, and the public, and provide customer service
Provide information on assigned functions
Perform related administrative duties
Perform other duties as directed/assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities:None

Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required to perform the job duties.

Minimum Requirements:
Interest in learning all aspects of Property Management including budgeting, compliance and financial reporting, Excellent communication skills, written and oral – computer literacy
Valid, Minnesota drivers’ license, and drive own vehicle from site to site

Education and/or Experience:
1-2 years administrative experience and/or customer service experience
High School Diploma or Equivalent

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Project for Pride in Living, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the organization will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

HOW TO APPLY:
Email or fax hr@ppl-inc.org or 612.455.5101

Position: Youth Development Specialist

SALARY: $22,040-$31,490/YR    TYPE: Full Time / 40 hours    DEADLINE: 2/09/2007

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Youth Development Specialist is responsible for developing, implementing and maintaining services and programs that satisfy specific identified needs of youth. The incumbent is responsible for all aspects of their designated programs, including Y’s Start, Leaders Club, and Summer Uproar. They will recruit, hire, train, and supervise Youth Development Staff. The incumbent will perform administrative duties to support the programs, as needed.

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
The qualified candidate will have a minimum of 2-3 years experience in designing, implementing, and evaluating youth development programs. This should include at least 1 year experience in management/supervision. Basic computer skills are required, including Microsoft Outlook Word, and Excel. The Youth Development Specialist should be organized, self-directed, and creative. Strong interpersonal communication skills are essential. Must be certified in CPR, AED, and First Aid Training, or be willing to become certified within the first 30 days of employment (training available upon hire). We would prefer a candidate with a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, experience in fundraising, experience working with diverse, urban populations, and experience designing and implementing service learning projects and opportunities.

HOW TO APPLY:
For further information regarding this position, please contact Jessica McDonald at 612-821-2966. Please submit a cover letter, resume, and YMCA application to: Recruiter, YMCA Human Resources: 2125 E. Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55413. Applications available at www.ymcatwincities.org. Please reply by 02/09/07.

SALARY: Unpaid Internship    TYPE: Intern / 13 hours    DEADLINE: 2/23/2007

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsibilities/Duties
The ARC Global Health Team would like an intern to assist with creating a Health website provides ARC health field staff access to a variety of information and resources relevant to global health programs.
The primary responsibility of the position is to help create a website for the ARC Global Health Team. This includes ensuring that accurate and relevant resources and all content are posted to the website in a timely manner.
This position offers opportunities to immerse oneself in diverse issues of global health, and to be actively engaged in helping to positively affect equitable outcomes in the field of global health.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Manage Website Content
• Solicit and coordinate web content from Health Team and field staff.
• Ensure content is posted timely and is not out-of-date. Work with Health Team and field staff to coordinate quality and timeliness of content.
• Update and maintain all new and existing web content
• Monitor the functionality of the website.
• Assist with website maintenance as required.
Documents, News and Resources for Health Field Staff
• Edit, proof and post upcoming events.
• Edit, proof and post information sources.
• Subscribe to and monitor various information sources to develop website.
• Edit, proof and post Health documents

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
• Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience.
• Extensive knowledge of HTML and website development
• Preferred knowledge of Microsoft Sharepoint versions 2003 and 2007
• Good proofreading and editing skills; detail-oriented.
• Demonstrated competency in conducting research via the internet.
• Knowledge of global health issues is a plus.
• Competence in e-mail, word processing, database, and spreadsheet applications. Preference for Microsoft Office Products. Experience with Windows operating systems.
• Ability to take initiative, and work under pressure with limited supervision.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently with excellent time management
• Solid organizational, oral, and written communication skills.
• Ability to devote 10-15 hours a week for at least 6 months. Days can be flexible.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Please apply online at www.arcrelief.org. Click on

Position: Interpreter

SALARY: 14.20 - 20.01    TYPE: Part Time / 30 hours    DEADLINE: 2/23/2007

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
This posting will be used to fill three part-time Interpreter vacancies in Administrative Services Area in Human Services & Public Health Department. These positions require oral and written competency in English and one of the following:

Somali, French, Oromo & Amharic
This position requires candidates to pass the verbal proficiency exam at the advanced level in both English and a non-English languages by the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Language proficiency guideline within six months of hire prior to completing probation.

The mission of the Hennepin County Human Services and Public Health Department is to strengthen individuals, families and communities by increasing safety and stability, promoting self-reliance and livable income and improving the health of our communities.

The duties and responsibilities of this position include:

Provide interpretation for non-English speaking and limited English Proficiency clients or program participants and assist employees in communicating County services and clients’ responsibilities

Share relevant cultural information as needed with staff and clients and assist all speakers in reaching a mutual understanding

Provide non-complex, document translations from English to a non-English language and vice versa
Assist in the preparation of reports, case records and correspondence

 EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
The Ideal Candidate will have: Six months of approved experience in providing language interpretive services. knowledge of interpreter ethical standards and interpreter competency standards, verbal and written proficiency in English and a non-English language (French, Somali, Oromo & Amharic)

Competency in using personal computers including word processing and email programs

Invitations to interview will be based upon an assessment of education and experience. Final candidates may be required to pass a criminal background check. Hired candidate(s) must pass the interpreter proficiency exam.

 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Hennepin County recognizes that diversity enriches the workplace and encourages individuals with bilingual and/or bicultural skills/experience to apply for positions for which they meet the qualifications.

If you need assistance to actively participate in the employment process, please email us at HR.Dept@co.hennepin.mn.us or call us at 612.348.2163.

HOW TO APPLY:
To apply for Hennepin County Employment Opportunities at www.hennepin.us

Qualified Expatriate Somali Technical Support (QUESTS) is UNDP’s first project facilitating the transfer of Diaspora expertise to Somalia. QUESTS is a modified version of the UNDP global initiative Transfer of Knowledge Through Expatriate Nationals (TOKTEN), which encourages expatriate nationals to volunteer their expertise in the service of their homelands for short periods of time. In its initial stages, QUESTS will focus on priority sectors identified by the Somali authorities and local and international humanitarian organizations, which are health, education and agriculture.

The objective is to bring the skills of Somali professionals in the Diaspora to Somalia on a short-term, voluntary basis and to reverse brain drain, two-way information sharing about development at home and transfer of knowledge and to impact on lasting peace in Somalia and increased participation of the Somali Diaspora in the creation of a conducive environment for sustainable human development.

For information, contact
http://www.so.undp.org
or Sandra Macharia, Information Officer
Tel:+254 20 4183640/2/3/4, Fax :+254 20 41831641
Email: sandra.macharia@undp.org

Fatma Awale
Resident Coordination Officer, Tel:+254 20 4183640/2/3/4
Fax :+254 20 41831641, Email: fatma.awale@undp.org

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