Department of the Army

Vacancy Announcement Number: NCFP07285227D
Opening Date: November 26, 2007 Closing Date: December 10, 2007

Position: Workforce Development Specialist, GS-0301-11
Salary: $58,516 - $76,072 Annual
Place of Work: US Army Garrison Fort Hamilton, Directorate of Human Resources, Fort Hamilton, NY

Position Status: This is a Permanent position. -- Full Time
Number of Vacancy: 1
DEPARTMENT OF ARMY RANKED ONE OF THE TOP TEN FEDERAL WORKPLACES FOR 2007!

Duties: Plans, implements, evaluates, and administers a strategic workforce development and training program that is responsive to immediate and long-range needs and objectives of the installation. Chairs Executive Training Council in identifying training needs, acquiring specific courses, and developing fiscal year Training Plan. Assists and advises managers in the development of the employee training. Develops and executes a leadership development program that aligns with the installation?s succession workforce plan. Reviews organizational requirements and/or conducts studies relating to such factors as turnover, mission and technology to identify staffing trends, anticipated vacancies, retention deficiencies to develop short and long range staffing requirements and plans. Identifies needs for and initiates special projects and studies, such as succession planning, workforce analysis and planning initiatives.

About the Position: The working environment for this position is in an office setting with required amenities.

Who May Apply: (Click on Who May Apply) All U. S. citizens and Nationals with allegiance to the United States.

Qualifications: Click on link below to view qualification standard. General Schedule

Specialized Experience: One year specialized experience equivalent to the next lower pay band in the Federal service. Specialized experience is experience that equipped the applicant with knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of this position, such as:

• Knowledge of Federal law and OPM and DA training regulations to advise managers, supervisors, and employees on the legality and appropriateness of requested training programs.

• Knowledge of training objectives, techniques and methods to plan and design training courses, programs and materials.

• Skill In diagnosing and evaluating training problems and needs, and in advising managers and supervisors on preparation of Individual Development Plans and organizational training plans.

• Knowledge of training evaluation techniques to design appropriate evaluation instruments for courses and programs.

• Knowledge of career development principles and techniques to advise managers, supervisors and employees on the most appropriate methods of training interns, upward mobility participants and employees in special developmental programs.

• Knowledge of budget processes in order to advise managers and supervisors on the allocation of training funds.

For more information on how to submit a resume, click on the "How to apply" link below. To check the status of your resume and self-nominations, go to Army Civilian Personnel Online, click on Employment, click on VIEW RESUME STATUS.

If you have questions regarding Army Resume Builder, please e-mail your questions to applicanthelp@cpsrxtp.belvoir.army.mil. Visit us at www.hamilton.army.mil

GS-11: One year of experience directly related to the occupation equivalent to at least the next lower grade level; or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M., if related; or equivalent combinations of experience and education. The experience described in your resume will be evaluated and screened for the Office of Personnel Management's basic qualifications requirements, and the skills needed to perform the duties of this position as described in this vacancy announcement. Education can be substituted for experience. Review the qualification requirements for specific information. One year of experience in the same or similar work equivalent to at least the next lower grade or level requiring application of the knowledge, skills, and abilities of the position being filled. Only degrees from an accredited college or university recognized by the Department of Education are acceptable to meet positive education requirements or to substitute education for experience. For additional information, please go to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and U.S. Department of Education websites at - http://www.opm.gov/qualifications and http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html On your resume, please include college/university, dates attended, degree achieved, semester hours earned, GPA, major field of study, 24 semester hours of specific courses and course hours in your major. Failure to provide this education information on your resume may result in an ineligible rating.

Other Information: To successfully claim veteran's preference, your resume/supplemental data must clearly show your entitlement. Please review the information listed under the Other Requirements link on this announcement or review our on-line Job Application Kit. The Department of Defense (DoD) policy on employment of annuitants issued March 18, 2004 will be used in determining eligibility of annuitants. The DoD policy is available on http://www.cpms.osd.mil/fas/staffing/pdf/rem_ann.pdf Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. Permanent Change of Station (PCS) expenses are not authorized. Temporary Duty (TDY) travel is 20 percent.

Other Advantages: Nestled comfortably under the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge in Southwest Brooklyn, New York, historic Fort Hamilton combines the tight-knit camaraderie of a small post with the vibrant energy of greater metropolitan New York City. Fort Hamilton is in a high cost area with local rental costs ranging upwards from $1200 for a one-bedroom apartment. On-post housing may be available to civilian employees on a limited basis. Local public schools at all grade levels are considered among the best.

Other Requirements:
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. If selected, official college or university transcript must be submitted. Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. Direct Deposit of Pay is Required. Applicants claiming veteran's preference must clearly show an entitlement to such preference on the resume/supplemental data submitted. Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in the vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating. One year trial/probationary period may be required.

How to Apply:
Resumes must be received by the closing date of this announcement. Self-nomination must be submitted by the closing date. Resume must be on file in our centralized database. Announcements close at 12:00am (midnight) Eastern Time.

If your resume is currently in our central database, you may click here to Self Nominate. Click here to use the Army Resume Builder to create your resume. Follow the instructions in this vacancy announcement to apply for the job.

Point of Contact: Central Resume Processing Center, 410.306.0137, applicanthelp@cpsrxtp.belvoir.army.mil THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Paralegal:

• Experience working in  a legal environment or

• Paralegal certificate preferred or recent law school graduate

• Minimum of 1 year experience

• Must be able to review legal document and understand legal jargon

Contact:

Thomas A. Fujiwara, Account Executive
Penda Aiken, Inc.
718.643.4880
TFujiwara@pendaaiken.com

Fort Hamilton Job Openings:

Work Force Development Specialist, GS-0301-11
Master Planner, GS-XXXX-12
Management and Program Analyst, GS-0343-11
Supervisory Quality Assurance Specialist, YC-1910-02
Environmental Engineer, GS-0819-12
Relocation Program Manager, GS-0101-11
Public Affairs Specialist, YA-1035-02
Transportation Technician, YB-2102-01
Human Resources Assistant (Mil), YB-0203-01

Job Announcements & VRA Preferecne Determination:

How to apply for Federal Jobs

Where to go For Army civilian jobs: http://acpol.army.mil/employment/
(For all federal civilian jobs: http://www.usajobs.gov/)

How to:

1. Build a resume (ONLINE)

2. Search for jobs (ONLINE, process self-nomination from the announcement)

3. View status (ONLINE, self-nomination and referral status, same log-on as Resume Builder)

   How to determine your veterans’ preference: Use veterans Preference Wizard at http://www.dol.gov/elaws/vets/vetpref/mservice.htm

For additional information, go to OPM’s Vet guide at http://www.opm.gov/veterans

Merrill Lynch Financial Advisor position

Paths of Achievement program - Nationwide

The Merrill Lynch Financial Advisor position is highly entrepreneurial and involves extensive client development, prospecting, and consultative selling. Financial Advisors listen to their clients’ life goals and objectives and leverage the power of Merrill Lynch to develop financial plans that help their clients achieve their goals.

Financial Advisors participate in training and development throughout their careers to continually improve their ability to provide the best advice and service for their clients. Initial training experiences will give you a foundation of financial planning skills and prepare you for the Series 7 General Securities Exam. In addition, our Paths of Achievement program provides comprehensive training over five years to develop exceptional client advisory skills in the investment process, balance sheet management, estate planning, and other competencies to serve a broad range of clients.

Merrill Lynch offers a generous base salary plus cash incentives from day one, even as you earn your licenses and build your business. In addition, you will be able to participate in our industry leading compensation and benefit programs and have the potential for equity participation in the growth of our firm. Relocation assistance is not provided. If offered employment, you will be required to provide documents to establish your identity and legal authorization to work in the United States.

Qualifications and personal traits: The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in a business related discipline. An MBA, JD, CPA, CFP, CIMA, or other related professional certification is a plus as is experience as a sales professional, attorney, financial planner, or banker developing business and establishing long-term relationships with affluent clients.

Merrill Lynch Financial Advisors are driven to be the best; they have a passion for excellence and work to exceed their clients’ expectations. In addition to this drive and passion, you will need executive presence, extraordinary interpersonal skills, a strong team orientation, and resiliency. Success as a Financial Advisor means you are a positive thinking self-starter with a track record of high achievement in everything you do.

Learn more: For more information about the Financial Advisor position and the Paths of Achievement program, visit our FA careers site and review the section for Professionals Considering New Careers.
http://careers.ml.com/index.asp?id=76716_79332_13770

Merrill Lynch is an equal opportunity employer.

Financial Advisor - Consider a career transition!

Transitioning from the Military?

Minimum Job Requirements: Transitioning from the Military? Consider a career transition as a Financial Advisor! MERRILL LYNCH HAS OPENINGS FOR FINANCIAL ADVISORS THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES. The ideal candidate has 5 or more years of stable and progressively more responsible experience. A bachelor's degree or an accredited degree in a business related discipline is strongly preferred; an MBA, JD, CPA, CFP, CIMA, or other related professional certification is a plus. An Honorable Discharge is a must! Merrill Lynch Financial Advisors are driven to be the best; they have a passion for excellence and work to exceed their clients' expectations. In addition to this drive and passion, you will need executive presence, extraordinary interpersonal skills, a strong team orientation, and resiliency. Success as a Financial Advisor means you are a positive thinking self-starter with a track record of high achievement in everything you do.

Position Description: The Financial Advisor position is highly entrepreneurial and involves extensive client development, prospecting, and consultative selling. Financial Advisors listen to their clients' life goals and objectives and leverage the power of Merrill Lynch to develop financial plans that help them get there. They participate in training and development throughout their careers to continually improve their ability to provide the best advice and service for their clients. Initial training experiences will give you a foundation of financial planning skills and prepare you for the Series 7 General Securities Exam. In addition, our Paths of Achievement program provides comprehensive training over five years to develop exceptional client advisory skills in the investment process, balance sheet management, estate planning, and other competencies to serve a broad range of clients. We offer a generous base salary plus cash incentives from day one, even as you earn your licenses and build your business. In addition, you will be able to participate in our industry leading compensation and benefit programs and have the potential for equity participation in the growth of our firm. Relocation assistance is not provided. If offered employment, you will be required to provide documents to establish your identity and legal authorization to work in the United States.

To apply, to go www.ml.com/poa
Merrill Lynch is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Travel Wholesale Company Seeking Part-time Experienced Sales and Marketing Executer

Individual should have experience in implementing sales, marketing and customer service systems. All systems and procedures must be user-friendly and trackable. Great opportunity for the right person. College students with business background are welcome. Room to grow with company and receive an attractive compensation.

Please email your resume to Goldie46@gmail.com

Career Advisor

Reports To: Career Placement Director
Department/Location: Flushing
Status:Full Time/Union
Salary Range: To be Determined

Qualifications or Skills Required: Bachelor Degree and prior work experience preferable in career services. Excellent communication skills, high level of computer literacy, Microsoft Office Suite. Interest in careers and ability to assist students and graduates seeking Internships and employment. Position is time sensitive and requires outstanding attendance. Must be able to cover at least one evening period a week. Occasional overtime required.

Responsibilities: Networking and regular field work with different potential employers to help develop an array of positions suitable for Interboro students and graduates. Work on developing employer data base to facilitate placement of students in internship and employment settings. Follow-up on student’s activities with employers regarding students hiring and continued employment status. Develop and provide students with information on job opportunities, job fairs, and training events. Assist students individually and in group settings with resumes, interview skills, appointment setting and other job skills as appropriate. Data Entry-Campus 2000-enter employer’s information, track placement and student activities. Responsible for all workshops for Work-Study Placement workshops. Regular travel to student work (internship) sites and other campuses. Other duties as assigned by Director of Career Placement Services.

Application Deadline: As Soon As Possible

Send your resume to Mr. Sheppard as an attachments and it will be forwarded to the hiring committee. Dominic Sheppard: dsheppard@interboro.edu.

Financial Reporting Manager

The Brooklyn Academy of Music is seeking a sharp finance professional to join the Finance department. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, comprehensive in approach and possesses a strong work ethic. The candidate must be a clear and diplomatic communicator who enjoys problem solving and improving processes with a variety of departments.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial analysis to secure grants & satisfy related reporting requirements including the preparation of grant-specific budgets, tracking related expenditures, requesting budget revisions to accommodate variance actuals, and monitoring activity to ensure compliance with grant restrictions

• Prepare reimbursement figures and Financial Status Reports; perform Federal grant drawdowns

• Ensure compliance for federal grants in accordance with circular A-133 guidelines (when applicable)

• Prepare all A-133 audit paperwork for applicable federal grants

• Prepare an analysis of expenditures related to all restricted gifts

• Work with Planning department to prepare closeouts for galas & special events

• Ensure that all contributed revenue is properly recognized; these include cash & in-kind gifts, pledges, restricted gifts, matching gifts & multi-year gifts. Maintain schedule of restricted gifts & perform releases as required. Ensure correct receivable balances for all donors. Review donor correspondence to ensure proper gift recognition

• Perform monthly reconciliations of contributed revenue between Finance & Planning records; follow up to resolve any discrepancies

• Prepare donor confirmations for year-end audit

• Prepare monthly Board reports identifying investment activity results for BAM Endowment Trust; update monthly fund performance reports

• Identify donor restrictions on Endowment gifts; analyze distribution of earnings & confirm releases meet restrictions

• On behalf of the Endowment, make monthly journal entries for corpus sales & redemptions, realized & unrealized gains, interest receipts & fund fees; record receivable pledges & payments

• On behalf of the Endowment, make annual journal entries, reconcile balance sheet accounts & prepare year-end financial statements

• Create audit schedules and perform variance analyses on Endowment accounts

• Special projects as required

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree

• Solid knowledge of fund & project accounting

• Highly proficient in Excel; Multiview experience a plus

• Experience with non-profit accounting, investment reporting, grant compliance a plus

Send resume, cover letter and salary requirements to: HRresumes@BAM.org.

ACCOUNTING MANAGER - FINANCE DEPARTMENT

Dynamic performing arts presenter with an operating budget of $34 million seeks an organized, detail-oriented individual with strong analytical skills to manage the institution’s accounting functions, including A/P & A/R. The institution consists of four business entities incorporating mainstage performances by domestic & international artists, cinema operations, capital improvements and an endowment fund. Reporting to the Controller, this position supervises a staff of 3.

Responsibilities include:

• Prepare daily cash reports, used to manage cashflow

• Review banking transactions to ensure proper coding & integrity of all transactions

• Liaise with bank to resolve any discrepancies

• Monitor daily credit card transactions; perform monthly reconciliations & account schedules; monitor merchant accounts for charge-backs

• Prepare bank reconciliations for 12 accounts monthly

• Reconcile brokerage accounts

• Review daily box office entries, and record final settlements

• Reconcile, record entries and update schedules related to NYC-funded capital improvements

• Manage monthly close

• Monitor & report on status of A/P aging and A/R

• Monitor & release restricted contributions as required

• Manage accrual entries at fiscal year-end, including subsequent payments & adjustments

• Monitor prepaid entries & release prepaid expenses as required

• Monitor status of intercompany debt

• Liaise with Development Department to reconcile contributions & pledges

• Assist with financial compliance related to grants

• Review, analyze and reconcile balance sheet accounts

• Prepare financial reports, including income statement & balance sheet

• Assist with year-end audit, prepare schedules and provide information requested by auditors

• Prepare statements for annual 990 tax returns

• Monitor financial controls and assist in developing others as needed

• Perform annual staff evaluations

• Assist with special projects

Requirements:

• Three to Five years of solid accounting experience, preferably in a not-for-profit institution

• Understanding of fund accounting & restrictions.

• High functionality with accounting applications, Microsoft office & spreadsheets.

• Excellent communication skills; comfort in a fast-paced environment; dedicated team player.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance preferred

Salary: In order to be considered for this position, please submit salary expectations

Contact Information: Please send resume & cover letter to HRResumes@BAM.org.

WEB DEVELOPER (WEBMASTER)

Dynamic performing arts presenter with an operating budget of $36 million seeks a Web Developer / Webmaster to assist in the technological implementation of new CMS driven, content-rich website and integrated e-commerce system.

The website design and CMS system will be developed with R/GA, our digital media partner and a separate third-party application development firm with expertise in building e-commerce platforms over our enterprise database and ticketing system (Tessitura).

This role will work closely with both third-party vendors in the development of the new website and will serve as in-house support and liaison for continued programming work on top of the new site.

The successful candidate should be a jack-of-all technology trades seeking a fun, hard-working, and dynamic environment in the center of the New York City art and cultural universe. The role will be part of a cross-functional web team including Marketers, Designers, Content Specialists, and several external vendors.

Responsibilities: Work with R/GA and BAM internal groups in development of BAM.org content management system.

Work with third-party application vendor and BAM internal team to develop understanding of Tessitura Web API (SOAP protocol interface with SQL 2005 based database system)

• Serve as technical advisor and quality assurance manager for third party technology contractors.

• Ongoing maintenance and optimization of analytics solution tracking site usage and sales conversion (Google analytics)

• Manage the communication of data between input sources: ticket services, internet, lobby kiosk, third party surveys, and emails.

• Manage new application development of web technology after the completion of the site redesign.

• Assist Marketing group in ad hoc reporting needs from Tessitura system.

Requirements: Extensive experience with JavaScript, ASP.NET, C#, SQL server. Experience with HTML/XHTML, DHTML, CSS, Working knowledge of IIS, DNS, Firewalls, Certificates, and other web infrastructure technology. Solid understanding of cross-browser/platform issues and code solutions. No telecommuters, No Agencies. Candidate must be currently eligible to work in the USA.

Contact Information: Please send resume, cover letter & salary requirements to HRResumes@BAM.org.

INTERACTIVE WEB DESIGNER

We’re looking for a designer who is passionate about creating attractive and effective user experiences at BAM.org as well as translating our brand into the digital realm.

This position, reporting to the Director of Design, will work with our digital media partners at R/GA during the redesign of the BAM.org website and work with the BAM Design team in the reconceptualization of our digital branding, in email communications, though online advertising, though cinema movie trailers, on building-wide digital screens, and on our giant video screen sign facing Flatbush Avenue as well as develop user experience and design explorations as appropriate (i.e. wireframes, interaction models, etc.)

Qualifications:
The Interactive Web Designer will need to collaborate with BAM design team, negotiate with clients, be flexible and open to ideas and input from all levels, communicate well through oral and written platforms.

• BA/BFA in Design or related field.

• Minimum 2 years professional experience in a large scale interactive web design role

• Accustomed to working in a formal Production environment with Design, Development, and Test Cycles using a Content Managed Utility

Technical Qualifications:

• Experience creating front end designs for HTML, CSS, JavaScript, ColdFusion and ActionScript based web applications

• Advanced-level knowledge and experience with Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign

• Ability to rapidly create Flash prototypes and animations and familiarity with speed and size optimizations in Flash; strong working knowledge of ActionScript 3.0

• Experience with video editing software (AVID, Final Cut, or similar)

• Audio and Video shooting / editing experience a plus.

• Salary: $45-55K per year, plus benefits.

No telecommuters. No Agencies. Candidate must be currently eligible to work in the USA. Please send cover letter, resume and a link to your online portfolio to HRResumes@BAM.org

Women’s Venture Fund (WVF) is a non-profit organization that provides training and financial services for in the five boroughs of New York City and central and Northern New Jersey. We are committed to developing women in business through training programs and supporting their efforts with our loans and counseling services. You can learn more about us at: http://www.womensventurefund.org. Micro-lending, also known as micro-finance is one of the fastest areas of growth in our local and global economy. You can become part of this exciting new development.

This is a succession position; the successful candidate can expect to be promoted and attain higher positions of responsibility commensurate with the growth of the organization. We offer a collegial and supportive environment. We are deeply committed to entrepreneurial women succeeding in business.

Overall responsibilities of the Business Development Coordinator:
The Business Development Coordinator function will include profit & loss responsibilities and responsibility for operating, managing, and maintaining Program services that we offer to women entrepreneurs. Your duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Develop and retain a broad customer base of small and medium sized women-owned businesses according to the sales forecasts and budgets.

• Generate, maintain, and close new leads through various channels such as trade associations, community organizations, events, and present proposals accordingly.

• Assist in the development of program services and trainings classes.

• Act as the central point of contact for customer issues; assess, analyze, and work closely with the Program department on client needs and all issues pertaining to customer satisfaction

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Positive attitude

• Strong interpersonal skills

• Ability to effectively manage time and prioritize multiple responsibilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Self motivated and ability to excel with minimum supervision

• Ability and willingness to learn

• Ability to work well with customers and be a team player

• Experience successfully generating and closing prospects within set timelines

• Excellent organizational skills, ability to maintain an organized work area and work flow

Qualification Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

• Consultative sales experience or major account experience in a related industry

• Proficiency with internet and computer application, particularly (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Access database application, and an aptitude to learn other proprietary computer applications is required)

• Bilingual English/Spanish desirable

Salary is commensurate with experience.
Please email your resume, along with a cover letter,writing sample, and desired compensation to: motero@wvf-ny.org

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT / MARKETING SPECIALIST

Women’s Venture Fund (WVF) is a not-for-profit organization that provides training and financial services for an underserved population of entrepreneurial women in the five boroughs of New York City and within the surrounding tri-state periphery. To increase the overall number of women entrepreneurs, we are committed to developing entrepreneurial women through training programs and to supporting their efforts with credit and mentoring services.

Function and overall responsibilities of the Marketing Specialist:
The Marketing Specialist will be focusing on two functional areas: (1) assisting with the execution of the marketing and communications plan; and (2) maintaining the database and related applications; assisting the Pres. In the performance of her duties.

The candidate must speak knowledgeably about marketing principles, and have a proven track record of applying such principles as well as a demonstrated ability as a relationship builder. This person needs to understand market segmentation and targeted marketing strategies within a not-for-profit environment. The Candidate must be able to assist with the implement of WVF’s online and offline marketing plan.

Duties and Responsibilities: Marketing and Training

• Develop success stories and feature articles about WVF programs

• Create promotional or marketing collateral for WVF as may be required, including WVF Client Directory

• Maintain President’s calendar

• Follow up on presentations as needed

• Identify events to promote WVF’s mission

• Review relevant city calendars for street fairs and other public events

• Maintain quality control of databases on all organizations contacted

• Produce and update FAQ sheet for WVF website by tracking and grouping like questions from contacts

• Write bi-monthly success story and/or feature article about WVF program

Qualification Requirements for Marketing Specialist:

• Excellent communication and presentation skills; ability to establish and build rapport with various audiences

• Excellent organizational skills and effective problem solver;

• Professional and ethical character

• B.A. or equivalent work experience;

• Three years working in a job related function

• Fluency in English a must and in Spanish highly desirable

• Computer literacy (Microsoft Office Suite Professional, Project Management Software, graphics and photo editing software, etc., E-mail proficiency; online marketing experience).

The Women's Venture Fund is an outcome driven organization. Any candidate must feel comfortable working towards specific goals within set timeframes. It is also an evolving and dynamic organization. If you are flexible, adaptable, and open to change, we welcome any potential employee to help us better attain our mission.

The Women's Venture Fund is an evolving and dynamic organization; its programs and staff positions are similarly striving to improve the delivery of our services. If you are flexible, adaptable, and open to change, we welcome any potential employee to help us better attain our mission.

Please send, fax, or email cover letter, resume, and short writing sample to:
Women's Venture Fund, 545Eighth Avenue, 17th Floor SE, New York, NY 10018
Fax 212.868.9116; Email: motero@wvf-ny.org URL: www.wvf-ny.org

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