The Center on Health Promotion Research for Persons with Disabilities
at UIC is hiring a GIS research assistant for a study on community
participation of persons with mobility limitations.
The focus of this position will be to conduct an in-depth GIS analysis
using GPS data and GIS base data to examine travel patterns, access,
physical activity, transport modes, socio-demographic characteristics,
and neighborhood accessibility.
This position is paid hourly and does not include a tuition waiver.
Responsibilities:
• Using Advanced GIS tools to prepare GPS data
• Conducting GIS analysis of individual characteristics and
neighborhood environments
• Assisting the project coordinator with additional office work
related to the study.
• Data entry
• Data management
Qualifications:
• Self-motivated, reliable and responsible
• Proficiency with ArcGIS software
• Masters or Doctoral candidates preferred
• Experience working in research a plus
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software
• Must be a UIC student
UIC CUPPA Careers Blog
Welcome to CUPPA Careers!
The College of Urban Planning and Public Affairs at UIC is the University of Illinois System's home for the study of public policy and contemporary urban challenges. We are CUPPA.
In the heart of Chicago, we offer degrees in fields of study that can change your life and change the world. CUPPA students and alumni are uniquely skilled to build and transform sustainable urban neighborhoods and communities and to address the challenges presented in the 21st century. Find our more about our Bachelors, Masters, and Doctorate degrees at cuppa.uic.edu.
Follow our job postings below and our national job tweets at @CUPPACareers. For student internships and student opportunities, head to the CUPPA Student Opportunities Blog
Have a job or internship to post? Send an email with the title, location, job description, and contact information to cuppa@uic.edu
In the heart of Chicago, we offer degrees in fields of study that can change your life and change the world. CUPPA students and alumni are uniquely skilled to build and transform sustainable urban neighborhoods and communities and to address the challenges presented in the 21st century. Find our more about our Bachelors, Masters, and Doctorate degrees at cuppa.uic.edu.
Follow our job postings below and our national job tweets at @CUPPACareers. For student internships and student opportunities, head to the CUPPA Student Opportunities Blog
Have a job or internship to post? Send an email with the title, location, job description, and contact information to cuppa@uic.edu
Commercial Real Estate Appraisal Trainee - Chicago
Position
Commercial Real Estate Appraisal Trainee
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Description
We currently have an opening for a Commercial Real Estate Appraisal Trainee in our Chicago office. Graduates with real estate degrees and/or real estate experience are strongly preferred. This is a full-time position and the successful applicant will be placed within our hands-on training program. This program provides an individual with the opportunity to train with some of the best in the industry in a very concentrated format maximizing his or her exposure to the industry over the next 18 months.
NPV Advisors is a national valuation and consulting firm providing services to the highest level institutional clients in the commercial real estate industry. Our expectation of all employees is for nothing but the best. All candidates will be held to these standards. No other firm in our industry offers an employee the benefits or the educational opportunity to expand their career.
Minimal to moderate travel will be required during the first 18 months. A strong comfort with analysis, report writing, and research is required. Our interview process is designed to identify those that have the capacity to learn and commitment to the highest level of expectations.
To Apply
If you meet these requirements, please submit your resume and cover letter for consideration to kw@npvadvisors.com.
About Us
From its inception as a boutique firm in the industry, National Property Valuation Advisors has evolved into one of the largest privately held real estate valuation and advisory services firms in the United States. We serve our clients through regional offices in Atlanta, Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles, Newport Beach, New York, Salt Lake City, and Seattle. The company is recognized as a premier advisor to institutional investors and lenders.
Commercial Real Estate Appraisal Trainee
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Description
We currently have an opening for a Commercial Real Estate Appraisal Trainee in our Chicago office. Graduates with real estate degrees and/or real estate experience are strongly preferred. This is a full-time position and the successful applicant will be placed within our hands-on training program. This program provides an individual with the opportunity to train with some of the best in the industry in a very concentrated format maximizing his or her exposure to the industry over the next 18 months.
NPV Advisors is a national valuation and consulting firm providing services to the highest level institutional clients in the commercial real estate industry. Our expectation of all employees is for nothing but the best. All candidates will be held to these standards. No other firm in our industry offers an employee the benefits or the educational opportunity to expand their career.
Minimal to moderate travel will be required during the first 18 months. A strong comfort with analysis, report writing, and research is required. Our interview process is designed to identify those that have the capacity to learn and commitment to the highest level of expectations.
To Apply
If you meet these requirements, please submit your resume and cover letter for consideration to kw@npvadvisors.com.
About Us
From its inception as a boutique firm in the industry, National Property Valuation Advisors has evolved into one of the largest privately held real estate valuation and advisory services firms in the United States. We serve our clients through regional offices in Atlanta, Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles, Newport Beach, New York, Salt Lake City, and Seattle. The company is recognized as a premier advisor to institutional investors and lenders.
Chair of Health Admin. and Policy, U. of Nebraska-Omaha
Faculty Position Announcement
School of Public Administration, University of Nebraska at Omaha
The School of Public Administration, University of Nebraska at Omaha seeks applicants
for the Blue Cross/Blue Shield Chair of Health Administration and Policy. This position, which
we seek to fill at the level of Associate Professor or Full Professor, will begin August 19, 2013.
We are seeking a senior academic professional with substantive expertise in teaching and
conducting research in Health Care Systems, Health Policy, or Health Administration who can
develop and support research and outreach initiatives in one or more of the following areas:
Health care management practices;
Health services and delivery;
Health outcomes;
Comparative health systems; and
Innovation in health care
Candidates must have a distinguished record of academic and research accomplishments.
Additionally, they must have a Ph.D. or D.P.A. in Public Administration or related field by the
date of hire.
|The University of Nebraska at Omaha is an equal opportunity employer. The university
and school have a strong commitment to achieving diversity among faculty and staff. We are
particularly interested in receiving applications from members of under-represented groups and
strongly encourage women and persons of color to apply for this position.
The School of Public Administration boasts a supportive and collaborative academic
culture. It has a statewide mission and offers the only accredited in public administration in the state.
The School is home to one of the longest-accredited MPAprograms in the country, enrolling approximately 275 graduate students each year. The MPA program was ranked among the top 15 percent of all such programs at its level in the Great Plains region.
Omaha is a dynamic metropolitan area with a population of nearly 900,000 boasting a wide array of employers, numerous lifestyle amenities, and a high-quality K-12 educational system. Especially relevant to this position, the Omaha metropolitan area is home to two major medical centers (the University of Nebraska Medical Center and Alegent Creighton Medical Center), 15 hospitals, and several major health care systems.
For more information about the School of Public Administration visit our web page at:
http://spa.unomaha.edu/ or contact the chair of the search committee Dr. Kenneth Kriz
(kkriz@unomaha.edu) .
To apply for this position go to http://agency.governmentjobs.com/unomaha/default.cfm.
Current curriculum vita, a letter addressing professional experience and qualifications ±
specifically highlighting evidence of managing research and outreach projects, a research and
outreach agenda, and the names and contact information for three references must be attached to
the application. Applicants are also encouraged to attach evidence of teaching excellence and
productive scholarly research (combine in one document to attach). Review of applications will
begin on November 1, 2011. The position will remain open until filled.
School of Public Administration, University of Nebraska at Omaha
The School of Public Administration, University of Nebraska at Omaha seeks applicants
for the Blue Cross/Blue Shield Chair of Health Administration and Policy. This position, which
we seek to fill at the level of Associate Professor or Full Professor, will begin August 19, 2013.
We are seeking a senior academic professional with substantive expertise in teaching and
conducting research in Health Care Systems, Health Policy, or Health Administration who can
develop and support research and outreach initiatives in one or more of the following areas:
Health care management practices;
Health services and delivery;
Health outcomes;
Comparative health systems; and
Innovation in health care
Candidates must have a distinguished record of academic and research accomplishments.
Additionally, they must have a Ph.D. or D.P.A. in Public Administration or related field by the
date of hire.
|The University of Nebraska at Omaha is an equal opportunity employer. The university
and school have a strong commitment to achieving diversity among faculty and staff. We are
particularly interested in receiving applications from members of under-represented groups and
strongly encourage women and persons of color to apply for this position.
The School of Public Administration boasts a supportive and collaborative academic
culture. It has a statewide mission and offers the only accredited in public administration in the state.
The School is home to one of the longest-accredited MPAprograms in the country, enrolling approximately 275 graduate students each year. The MPA program was ranked among the top 15 percent of all such programs at its level in the Great Plains region.
Omaha is a dynamic metropolitan area with a population of nearly 900,000 boasting a wide array of employers, numerous lifestyle amenities, and a high-quality K-12 educational system. Especially relevant to this position, the Omaha metropolitan area is home to two major medical centers (the University of Nebraska Medical Center and Alegent Creighton Medical Center), 15 hospitals, and several major health care systems.
For more information about the School of Public Administration visit our web page at:
http://spa.unomaha.edu/ or contact the chair of the search committee Dr. Kenneth Kriz
(kkriz@unomaha.edu) .
To apply for this position go to http://agency.governmentjobs.com/unomaha/default.cfm.
Current curriculum vita, a letter addressing professional experience and qualifications ±
specifically highlighting evidence of managing research and outreach projects, a research and
outreach agenda, and the names and contact information for three references must be attached to
the application. Applicants are also encouraged to attach evidence of teaching excellence and
productive scholarly research (combine in one document to attach). Review of applications will
begin on November 1, 2011. The position will remain open until filled.
Administrative Services: National Certified Public Manager Consortium
Request for Proposals
For Administrative Services for The National Certified Public Manager® (CPM) Consortium
The National Certified Public Manager® (CPM) Consortium requests proposals for administrative
services in support of the Consortium.
Proposals will be accepted from individuals or from organizations. However, organizations
must designate an individual who will be the primary point of contact through the duration of the
contract for Consortium administrative services and substantiate his/her experience and ability
to perform the work.
Duties and Responsibilities are described in the attached Job Description. Also attached are
the Selection Criteria that will be used.
The Job Description outlines the Consortium’s basic requirements. However, there are
additional services that we would like to have (e.g., development of a national database of CPM
graduates, creation of a continuing education program, help with growth of the Consortium.) If
an individual or organization would like to offer additional services, those can be included in the
RFP response and may be used in the selection process.
Proposals must address the selection criteria and show evidence of capacity and experience
that will meet the needs of the Consortium as outlined in the Duties and Responsibilities.
Proposals are due by midnight on November 15.
An important consideration for selecting a proposal is cost. The most recent contract
rate was for an annual amount of $18,640.
Final selection of an administrator will be approved by the Consortium Board of
Directors.
Proposals can be emailed or mailed to the Chair of the Search Committee,
Mary R. Hamilton, at one of the following addresses:
Subject line should say “Response to National CPM
Questions? Contact Mary Hamilton at the email above.
For Administrative Services for The National Certified Public Manager® (CPM) Consortium
The National Certified Public Manager® (CPM) Consortium requests proposals for administrative
services in support of the Consortium.
Proposals will be accepted from individuals or from organizations. However, organizations
must designate an individual who will be the primary point of contact through the duration of the
contract for Consortium administrative services and substantiate his/her experience and ability
to perform the work.
Duties and Responsibilities are described in the attached Job Description. Also attached are
the Selection Criteria that will be used.
The Job Description outlines the Consortium’s basic requirements. However, there are
additional services that we would like to have (e.g., development of a national database of CPM
graduates, creation of a continuing education program, help with growth of the Consortium.) If
an individual or organization would like to offer additional services, those can be included in the
RFP response and may be used in the selection process.
Proposals must address the selection criteria and show evidence of capacity and experience
that will meet the needs of the Consortium as outlined in the Duties and Responsibilities.
Proposals are due by midnight on November 15.
An important consideration for selecting a proposal is cost. The most recent contract
rate was for an annual amount of $18,640.
Final selection of an administrator will be approved by the Consortium Board of
Directors.
Proposals can be emailed or mailed to the Chair of the Search Committee,
Mary R. Hamilton, at one of the following addresses:
Subject line should say “Response to National CPM
Questions? Contact Mary Hamilton at the email above.
Urban Planner III, City of Alexandria, VA
Urban Planner III
City of Alexandria - Department of Planning & Zoning
Location:
Alexandria, Virginia, 22314, United States
Posted on:
October 17, 2012
Category:
Urban Design
Experience:
5-7 years
The Urban Planner III will provide urban design support for the Neighborhood Planning and Community Development Division to support a team responsible for creating and/or implementing a variety of master/small area plans and manage short and long range planning projects/studies.
The selected candidate will have:
• Considerable expertise in the design of urban spaces and landscape architecture,
• Experience in the review and coordination of public investment and private development projects through research, analysis, interpretation and or presentation of concepts and data pertaining to urban design;
• Experience negotiating successfully with the community, developers and public officials for the highest quality of urban planning;
• Experience in one or more of the following: community planning, economic analysis, infill development, retail/neighborhood revitalization, and in area visioning that includes an extensive community involvement process to facilitate solutions for complex neighborhood issues;
• Excellent oral/written communication and presentation skills;
• The ability to manage/support multiple projects efficiently;
• The ability to work effectively with a multi-disciplinary team, the public and decision makers.
• Considerable expertise in the design of urban spaces and landscape architecture,
• Experience in the review and coordination of public investment and private development projects through research, analysis, interpretation and or presentation of concepts and data pertaining to urban design;
• Experience negotiating successfully with the community, developers and public officials for the highest quality of urban planning;
• Experience in one or more of the following: community planning, economic analysis, infill development, retail/neighborhood revitalization, and in area visioning that includes an extensive community involvement process to facilitate solutions for complex neighborhood issues;
• Excellent oral/written communication and presentation skills;
• The ability to manage/support multiple projects efficiently;
• The ability to work effectively with a multi-disciplinary team, the public and decision makers.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Three years’ experience in urban planning in local government or consulting work; completion of college level course work in urban planning, government, public administration, historic architecture and preservation; and related courses work.
Three years’ experience in urban planning in local government or consulting work; completion of college level course work in urban planning, government, public administration, historic architecture and preservation; and related courses work.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
The successful candidate will have a Master’s Degree in landscape architecture or closely related field; demonstrated professional expertise in urban design, landscape architecture, neighborhood planning and community development, and community facilitation; a positive attitude with demonstrated good customer service skills; strong written, analytical, and oral communication skills; the ability to handle multiple tasks with established deadlines simultaneously; and the ability to work well in a team environment within the Department, with other City staff, and with the public.
The successful candidate will have a Master’s Degree in landscape architecture or closely related field; demonstrated professional expertise in urban design, landscape architecture, neighborhood planning and community development, and community facilitation; a positive attitude with demonstrated good customer service skills; strong written, analytical, and oral communication skills; the ability to handle multiple tasks with established deadlines simultaneously; and the ability to work well in a team environment within the Department, with other City staff, and with the public.
This position requires successful completion of a pre-employment Criminal History Records Check.
To apply for this position, please go to www.alexandriava.gov/jobs to submit an application.
Full-Time GIS Interns, Alexandria, VA
GIS Interns
Marstel-Day, LLC
Location:
Fredericksburg, Virginia, United States
Posted on:
October 19, 2012
Category:
Technology / GIS
Experience:
Internship
Marstel-Day, LLC, an Environmental Consulting and Planning firm, is seeking highly motivated GIS Interns with a strong commitment to a conservation ethic and a strong desire to identify and support strategies for natural resource conservation; and a commitment to use "green" best management practices in the performance of their work in the Company's Oakland, CA office. A strong GIS candidate must have high confidence in his/her abilities to create and correct polygon topologies, attribute updates and custom maps. Ideal candidates also possess knowledge of geo-database usage and creation; locating, classifying, organizing, and analyzing data; creation of spatial data and attributes; and satellite ortho-imagery and labeling techniques.
Requirements:
• Possess a strong commitment to a conservation ethic and a strong desire to identify and support strategies for natural resource conservation; and a commitment to use green best management practices in the performance of work;
• Be pursuing, or have recently graduated with, a BS/BA in Computer Science, Geography, Environmental Science or other related
• Have a minimum of one year of applicable GIS training (i.e., completion of at least two semester-length GIS courses);
• Have worked with ESRI ArcGIS 9.3 or higher for a minimum of one year;
• Have strong oral and written communication skills;
• Have the demonstrated ability to work independently and in teams;
• Possess strong attention-to-detail, initiative, and self-motivation;
• Have strong organizational skills; and,
• Possess or be in the process of developing knowledge of Visual Basic, Python, or other GIS related scripting language.
• Possess a strong commitment to a conservation ethic and a strong desire to identify and support strategies for natural resource conservation; and a commitment to use green best management practices in the performance of work;
• Be pursuing, or have recently graduated with, a BS/BA in Computer Science, Geography, Environmental Science or other related
• Have a minimum of one year of applicable GIS training (i.e., completion of at least two semester-length GIS courses);
• Have worked with ESRI ArcGIS 9.3 or higher for a minimum of one year;
• Have strong oral and written communication skills;
• Have the demonstrated ability to work independently and in teams;
• Possess strong attention-to-detail, initiative, and self-motivation;
• Have strong organizational skills; and,
• Possess or be in the process of developing knowledge of Visual Basic, Python, or other GIS related scripting language.
The GIS Internships will be non-regular, full- or part-time positions for a fixed period. Compensation for a fulltime position (40 hours per week) will be a fixed stipend of $2,600/month or $15.00/hour part time equivalent. Hours will be flexible to accommodate class schedules. You must apply via the Company’s website at http://www.marstel-day.com/ourcompany/employment.
Transportation Planning & Engineering Analyst - Burlington, VT
Analyst - Transportation Planning & Engineering
Resource Systems Group, Inc.
Location:
White River Jct., VT; Burlington, VT; Concord, NH, Vermont, New Hampshire, United States
Posted on:
October 22, 2012
Category:
Construction / Engineering
Experience:
Not specified
Resource Systems Group, Inc. has an immediate need for an Analyst to support our growing transporta-tion planning and engineering practice. This person will work in teams conducting transportation analyses on a broad range of projects for private sector and public sector clients (municipal, regional, state, and federal). Typical projects include transportation master plans, transportation scoping/feasibility studies, traffic operations assessments, traffic impact studies, transportation corridor studies, bicycle and pedestrian facility studies, microsimulation modeling, transportation facility design, traffic signal timing and optimization, and traffic signal design.
The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, planning or a related technical field
• Excellent analytic skills, data manipulation, and technical writing abilities
• Strong verbal communication and presentation skills; experience in communicating effectively with both technical and non-technical colleagues and audiences/clients
• High level of proficiency in MSOffice required (Word, Powerpoint, Excel)
• Experience using ArcGIS, Synchro/SimTraffic, Vissim, Paramics, AutoCAD, MicroStation, and InRoads strongly preferred
• Previous experience with transportation planning or engineering preferred
• Successful completion of the FE/EIT exam preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, planning or a related technical field
• Excellent analytic skills, data manipulation, and technical writing abilities
• Strong verbal communication and presentation skills; experience in communicating effectively with both technical and non-technical colleagues and audiences/clients
• High level of proficiency in MSOffice required (Word, Powerpoint, Excel)
• Experience using ArcGIS, Synchro/SimTraffic, Vissim, Paramics, AutoCAD, MicroStation, and InRoads strongly preferred
• Previous experience with transportation planning or engineering preferred
• Successful completion of the FE/EIT exam preferred
To apply for this position, please visit our employment page at http://www.rsginc.com/home/employment/.
RESOURCE SYSTEMS GROUP is a 100-person multi-disciplinary, employee-owned consulting firm providing insightful consulting services for the planning, analysis, and management of transportation and business systems. Recognized by Vermont Business Magazine and the Vermont Chamber of Commerce as one of the top 10 “Best Places to Work” in Vermont for the 7th consecutive year and as the number 1 ranked small/medium business in 2012, RSG offers employees excellent benefits, flexible hours, a commitment to creating a sustainable workplace, and opportunities for advancement. We are an equal-opportunity/affirmative action employer. Please visit www.rsginc.com for more information on Resource Systems Group.
Village of Downer's Grove Management Fellowship
Management Fellowship Program
The Downers Grove Management Fellowship (DGMF) Program offers a unique opportunity for a well-qualified and highly motivated professional to play a key role in the Village's efforts to further develop a high-performing, fiscally responsible and innovative local government organization. In this role, you'll become be a part of a team that operates on a daily basis with the following principles in mind:
- Communication makes us better
- Great ideas come from anywhere and everywhere
- Let's be tough on issues and easy on people
The Downers Grove Management Fellow Program is one of the Village's tools to build the next generation of local government leadership. In the spirit of succession planning, the Management Fellowship seeks to attract, develop, and retain talented individuals committed to leading local government organizations. Toward this goal, the Village provides a diverse series of work experiences that allow the Fellow to learn and develop skills in dynamic professional environments. During their experience, Fellows will be challenged as they work on high-level special projects with senior-level and professional staff. The fellowship program is intended to inspire and foster growth and continued success in local government by providing Fellows with professional experience in a municipality with a Council-Manager form of government.
The successful DGMF candidate will have the following qualifications:
- Master's Degree in an accredited program of Public Administration, Public Policy or related field, or current enrollment in such a program.
- Possess advanced research, analytical and problem-solving skills
- Demonstrate an ability to work effectively with a variety of people, including staff members from across the organization, elected officials and board/commission members, residents and key representatives from other organizations
- Possess strong written and oral communication skills
- Demonstrate a commitment to developing a career in effective local government management
- Adhere to the ICMA Code of Ethics and be dedicated to rigorous professional development
The successful DGMF candidate will have the opportunity to develop professional skills and credentials by:
- Managing high-level projects of substantial responsibility across the organization
- Meeting in weekly one-on-one discussions with supervisors
- Actively participating in discussions and decision-making with senior-level staff on a regular basis
- Receiving regular coaching and career development guidance by experienced professionals in the Manager's Office and Village's leadership team
- Making presentations to Village staff, elected officials and community groups
- Facilitating meetings and refining skills at working effectively among groups
- Actively participating as a key Village representative to the Alliance for Innovation, ICMA and related professional associations
- Attending professional conferences and networking events
The DGMF program offers temporary full-time (40 hours/week) employment. The successful Fellow is asked to make an 18-month commitment to the Village, and the duration of the Fellowship may be extended up to 24 months based on mutual agreement of the Fellow and the Village. Upon completion of the program, opportunities may exist for fellows to compete for permanent positions at the Village.
Management Fellows enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package, career development opportunities, and mentoring by senior staff. In addition, the Program provides valuable work experience, offers the opportunity to contribute creative and innovative ideas, and provides an ideal setting to learn about important issues and emerging trends. Below is a snapshot of the salary and benefits available to Management Fellow:
- Starting salary of approximately $42,500
- Comprehensive health benefits for the Fellow and their dependents
- Participation in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund
- Accrued sick and vacation leave along with paid holidays
- Professional development stipend of $1,000 per year
Village-sponsored membership with the International City/County Management Association (ICMA) and Illinois Association of Municipal Management Assistants (IAMMA) Complete the online application at: Publicjobline.com. Only online applications will be accepted. First review 11/6/12. E.O.E.
CUPPA Dean Seeks Research Assistants (Current Students)
Michael Pagano, Dean of the College of Urban Planning and Public
Affairs, is working with the MacArthur Foundation on a project
(description below and attached) and is seeking 4 RAs. He is interested
in students from Urban Planning, Public Administration, Political
Science and Economics. The contact person for submission of resumes is
Laura Froehlich (lfroeh2@uic.edu).
______________________________
The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation is supporting a
three-year project to examine cities’ fiscal responses and adjustments
to the Great Recession as part of its Fiscal Futures portfolio of
projects. As a recipient of one of these awards, the College of Urban
Planning and Public Affairs (CUPPA) at the University of Illinois at
Chicago (UIC) is seeking to fund four (4) Research Assistantships for up
to two years beginning January 2013 or August 2013. The RA will be
assigned 20 hours per week of work on the project and will report to Dr.
Michael A. Pagano, the project’s Principal Investigator.
Affairs, is working with the MacArthur Foundation on a project
(description below and attached) and is seeking 4 RAs. He is interested
in students from Urban Planning, Public Administration, Political
Science and Economics. The contact person for submission of resumes is
Laura Froehlich (lfroeh2@uic.edu).
______________________________
The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation is supporting a
three-year project to examine cities’ fiscal responses and adjustments
to the Great Recession as part of its Fiscal Futures portfolio of
projects. As a recipient of one of these awards, the College of Urban
Planning and Public Affairs (CUPPA) at the University of Illinois at
Chicago (UIC) is seeking to fund four (4) Research Assistantships for up
to two years beginning January 2013 or August 2013. The RA will be
assigned 20 hours per week of work on the project and will report to Dr.
Michael A. Pagano, the project’s Principal Investigator.
Part-Time Intern, Local Technical Assistance, CMAP: Chicago
Company/Agency: Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning
Job Category: Intern
Experience Required: Current Enrollment in Graduate Program
Salary Range: $15.00 per hour
The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) is the official regional planning
organization for the northeastern Illinois counties of Cook, DuPage, Kane, Kendall, Lake,
McHenry, and Will. CMAP developed and now guides the implementation of metropolitan
Chicago's first comprehensive regional plan in more than 100 years, GO TO 2040, which was
adopted unanimously by leaders from across the seven counties in fall 2010. To address
anticipated population growth of more than 2 million new residents, GO TO 2040 is an
innovative, policy-based plan that establishes coordinated strategies that help the region’s 284
communities address transportation, housing, economic development, open space, the
environment, and other quality-of-life issues. See www.cmap.illinois.gov for more information.
For more information on the LTA program, visit http://www.cmap.illinois.gov/lta.
Position Description
The interns will participate in CMAP’s Local Technical Assistance (LTA) activities, which
provide planning assistance to local communities across the Chicago metropolitan region.
Essential Functions:
The interns’ primarily responsibilities will include:
• Mapping, including taking leadership for the preparation of maps to appear in interim and
final LTA products. Interns are required to have a high degree of familiarity with GIS
and be comfortable working with large, regional datasets.
• Data collection and research. Interns will help with community-focused research
including data collection and analysis. This will most frequently include research using
the Census or other datasets to gather data related to issues of particular importance to
communities being assisted through the LTA program. Familiarity with data sources,
ability to analyze data, and ability to communicate the results of this analysis are
important skills.
• Public meetings. The LTA projects include a large number of public meetings, each of
which need to be staffed. Interns will assist with elements of this including table
facilitation, registration, and note-taking.
• Case study library. Interns will also assist with the continued expansion of the online
case study library (http://www.cmap.illinois.gov/case-studies-library), including
identifying new projects for inclusion and assisting with summarizing them.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities pplicants should have strong research, analysis (both qualitative and quantitative), and communication skills. Experience with GIS is necessary, and basic office computer skills are required.
Education and Experience
Applicants for the position should be enrolled in a Masters program in urban planning, public
administration, public policy, economics, geography, transportation, environmental studies,
architecture or urban design, or a related field.
While interns will be supervised by CMAP staff, they will be expected to take a high level of
responsibility for their own work, and should be self-motivated.
This is a part-time position. Interns will be expected to work approximately 19 hours per week.
Minor start and end-date accommodations may be made upon request.
Contact Information
Send your resume, cover letter with contact information and Job Code (LTA041)
Email:
hresources@cmap.illinois.gov
Mail:
Human Resources
CMAP: Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning
233 S. Wacker Drive, Suite 800
Chicago, IL 60606
Emailed resumes will receive an auto receipt. We do not send receipts for mailed resumes.
Position open until filled. The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning is an Equal
Opportunity Employer.
Assistant Outreach Specialist, CMAP - Chicago
Assistant Outreach Specialist (LTA042)
Local Technical Assistance Program
Outreach and Community Engagement Position
Company/Agency: Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning
Job Category: Assistant Planner
Experience Required: Up to 2 years experience
Salary Range: Commensurate with assistant level experience
The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) is seeking to hire a full-time employee
to help implement the Local Technical Assistance (LTA) program. Compensation will be
commensurate with qualifications and experience.
CMAP was created in 2005 to integrate planning for land use and transportation in the counties
of Cook, DuPage, Kane, Kendall, Lake, McHenry, and Will. In 2010, CMAP released GO TO
2040, the region’s long-range comprehensive plan. The agency is now focusing on
implementing the plan, which includes technical assistance to local governments as a major
activity. For more information on GO TO 2040, visit www.cmap.illinois.gov/2040.
Position Description
CMAP will recruit an Assistant Outreach Specialist with the knowledge, experience, and skills
to assist in the implementation of local technical assistance projects. The position requires both
a commitment to public engagement and a firm grasp of planning and public policy.
The LTA program was initiated in spring 2011 to create new resources for technical assistance
and coordinate with existing technical assistance activities. It is designed to result in a series of
innovative local projects in the Chicago region that support livability principles, implement GO
TO 2040, and build capacity in local communities. Approximately 10 projects have been
completed, and nearly 40 are actively underway, with more planned to begin later in the year.
Projects include comprehensive plans, corridor or subarea plans, studies of special topics such
as housing or water resources, and similar planning activities. Sponsors of LTA projects include
suburban municipalities, interjurisdictional groups, and nonprofit community-based
organizations. This program requires travel throughout the region; candidates must have the
ability and willingness to work with urban, suburban, and rural communities alike. To obtain
more information on the LTA program, please visit www.cmap.illinois.gov/lta. Essential Functions
The main responsibilities of this position will be to build and maintain positive relationships
and engage a diverse group of stakeholders and residents into projects pursued through the
LTA program. The Assistant Outreach Specialist should have interest and experience in
successfully engaging populations traditionally left out of the planning process including
minority and low-income communities. Other responsibilities will include assisting with the
development of materials and activities for planning and technical concepts to inform, educate,
and encourage public involvement within technical assistance efforts. The position may also be
asked to assist with technical planning work to support LTA projects, depending on skills and
experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Experience in planning and an understanding of the links between transportation, land use,
housing, economic development, environment and natural resources, and community
development.
• Knowledge of local planning practice in northeastern Illinois, and ability to work with
elected officials, local government staff, or nonprofit community-based organizations on
topics related to planning.
• Interest and ability to interact with partner agencies, local governments, and the general
public.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to provide technical assistance, conduct training and workshops, and develop
innovative, collaborative solutions to build local capacity.
• Ability to work on complex projects, and work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Fluency in Spanish is preferred but not required.
Education and/or Experience
A Bachelors degree in Planning or a related discipline is required, and a Masters degree is
preferred. This is an Assistant level position; positions at this level are typically filled by
candidates with up to 2 years of experience.
Office Automation Skills: MS Word, Excel, Power Point
Contact Information
Send resume, cover letter and contact information with Job Code LTA042
Email: hresources@cmap.illinois.gov
Mail:
Human Resources
CMAP: Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning
233 S. Wacker Drive, Suite 800 Chicago, IL 60606
Position open until filled. The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Director, Division of Policy Dept., Dept. of Energy - Washington
Job Title:Director, Division of Policy Development
Department:Department Of Energy
Agency:Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC)
Job Announcement Number:FERC-ES-2013-0001
SALARY RANGE: | $119,554.00 to $179,700.00 / Per Year |
OPEN PERIOD: | Friday, October 05, 2012 to Friday, October 26, 2012 |
SERIES & GRADE: | ES-0340-00 |
POSITION INFORMATION: | Full-Time - Permanent |
DUTY LOCATIONS: | 1 vacancy in the following location: Washington, DC, USView Map |
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: |
Applications will be accepted from all sources.
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JOB SUMMARY:
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, or FERC, is an independent agency that regulates the interstate transmission of natural gas, oil, and electricity. FERC also regulates natural gas and hydropower projects. As part of our goal, we are seeking highly skilled individuals to assist in carrying out the mission of this agency. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission assists customers in obtaining reliable energy services at a reasonable cost through appropriate regulatory and market means. To learn more about the Commission, please visit www.ferc.gov.
The Commission is seeking a highly qualified individual to provide leadership as the Director, Division of Policy Development within the Office of Energy Policy and Innovation. In this role, you will lead a Division of highly motivated individuals to develop sound energy policies in furtherance of the Commission’s statutory responsibilities. You will think creatively and innovatively and apply your extensive knowledge of the wholesale energy markets to address the changing needs of an evolving energy market. As the Director you will be responsible for assessing the state of the markets, identifying emerging policy issues relevant to the Commission’s statutory responsibilities, and developing sound and legally defensible policies. You will provide the overall leadership for projects emanating from your Division and the interactions between your Division and other offices within the Commission. In doing so, you will strive to build consensus with internal and external constituents. You will report to the Director of the Office of Energy Policy and Innovation and provide support to all Office projects and products, including rulemakings, policy papers, testimony, business plans and strategic documents. You will assist the Director and Deputy Director in creating an environment conducive to retaining and managing a diverse, highly-skilled, professional staff dedicated to the development of innovative policy recommendations for Commission consideration.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen
- Must meet specialized experience
- One year probationary period may be required
- Travel is required for this position
- A background investigation is required
- Must meeet mandatory technical and executive core qualifications.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
DUTIES:
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* Initiates and leads the evaluation and analysis of existing energy policies and regulations and proposes new policies and regulations to address current and emerging energy issues. Efforts result in recommendations to the Commission which may lead to development of policy statements, rulemakings, or other orders. Scope of jurisdictional matters include those arising under Part II of the Federal Power Act, the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act, the Public Utility Holding Company Act, the Natural Gas Act, the Natural Gas Policy Act, the Energy Policy Act of 2005, and the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007.
*Actively engages in a process of continuous learning through formal and informal industry outreach, executive level training and leadership opportunities, attendance and speaking at and on a broad range of events and topics for the purpose of ensuring the Commission’s policies remain effective given changes in industry, technology, environment and customer needs.
* Promotes effective communication and coordination with all internal stakeholders and external stakeholders consistent with the Commission’s rules and regulations. Participates in the Office's interactions with Congress by: overseeing the substantive development and completion of Congressionally-mandated reports such as those required under the Energy Policy Act of 2005; contributing to the analysis of proposed legislation; composing Congressional testimony; and representing the Commission in Congressional committee meetings and in meetings with other agencies and affected interest groups for the purpose of explaining the Commission's policies and decisions.
* Mentors office staff by: providing regularly scheduled Division-wide meetings to discuss emerging issues; identifying and arranging for basic engineering, ratemaking, writing, and economic training; and meeting one-on-one with staff as needed.
* Ensures the timely completion of all administrative and business
requirements, including the business plan, strategic plan, contract requirements, computer and other IT needs.
requirements, including the business plan, strategic plan, contract requirements, computer and other IT needs.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
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To qualify for this position, you must address the following Mandatory Technical Qualifications.
Mandatory Technical Qualifications:
1. Demonstrate your expert understanding of enabling statutes associated with FERC-jurisdictional electric and natural gas markets (e.g., the Federal Power Act, the Natural Gas Act, Energy Policy Act of 2005) and your ability to apply this knowledge to matters that come before the FERC.
2. Demonstrate, through specific and detailed examples, how you have applied your expert legal, economic, and technical knowledge of FERC-jurisdictional markets and FERC orders, rules, regulations, policies, precedents, and decisions (e.g., Order Nos. 1000, 890, 719, 636, 888) to develop original policy positions, new rational for policy positions, or novel critiques of policy positions.
3.Demonstrate your level of expert understanding of the Commission’s major regulations in areas of open access electric transmission and natural gas transportation; generator interconnection standards; cost-of-service and market-based rate regulation; qualifying facilities; reliability standards; and organized energy markets.
4. Demonstrate your ability to concisely frame policy and legal arguments in a coherent, logical, and legally-supportable manner.
You must have at least one year of specialized experience at a level close to the work of this job that has given you the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities required to successfully perform. Typically we would find this experience in work within this field or a field that is closely related. You must demonstrate possession of specialized experience in the described duties. This level of experience must be gained at or above the GS-15 level or its equivalent and demonstrates progressive responsible experience in the leadership/executive and technical areas. Applicants for an initial SES career appointment must clearly demonstrate that they possess the broad executive core qualifications needed to succeed in the SES. A summary of the key characteristics for the Executive Core Qualifications can be found at this link: http://opm.gov/ses/recruitment/ecq.asp
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: If selected for this position, you will be required to: complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment; have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer; and go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9. Federal law requires verification of the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires in the U.S.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
You will be evaluated on the Executive Core Qualifications in addition to the Mandatory Technical Qualifications. When describing your technical qualifications, please give examples and explain how often you used your skills, the complexity of the knowledge you possessed, the level of people you interacted with, the sensitivity of the issues you handled, etc.
Applicants will be evaluated on their resume, Mandatory Technical Qualifications and Executive Core Qualifications to determine the best qualified candidates. In order to properly review your qualifications, please ensure that your resume clearly indicates evidence that you qualify for the Senior Executive Service position and that you possess the Mandatory Technical Qualifications.
Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs): In order to be considered for the position, applicants must submit a narrative statement separately addressing each of the five ECQ's. Each statement should contain at least two examples describing experiences and accomplishments/results specific to that ECQ. As a guideline, 1-2 pages per ECQ is sufficient. Applicants for an initial SES career appointment must clearly demonstrate that they possess the broad executive core qualifications needed to succeed in the SES. A guide to assist with writing the ECQ narratives can be found at this link: http://opm.gov/ses/recruitment/ecq.asp
You will be evaluated on the following Executive Core Qualifications:
ECQ 1: LEADING CHANGE. This core qualification involves the ability to bring about strategic change, both within and outside the organization, to meet organizational goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to establish an organizational vision and to implement it in a continuously changing environment.
Leadership Competencies:
1. Creativity and Innovation Develops new insights into situations; questions conventional approaches; encourages new ideas and innovations; designs and implements new or cutting edge programs/processes.
2. External Awareness Understands and keeps up-to-date on local, national, and international policies and trends that affect the organization and shapes stakeholder's views; is aware of the organizational impact on the external environment.
3. Flexibility Is open to change and new information; rapidly adapts to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles.
4. Resilience Deals effectively with pressure, remains optimistic and persistent, even under adversity. Recovers quickly from setbacks.
5. Strategic Thinking Formulates objectives and priorities, and implements plans consistent with the long-term interests of the organization in a global environment. Capitalizes on opportunities and manages risk.
6. Vision Takes a long-term view and builds a shared vision with others; acts as a catalyst for organizational change. Influences others to translate vision into action.
ECQ 2: LEADING PEOPLE. This core qualification involves the ability to lead people toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to provide and inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts.
Leadership Competencies:
1. Conflict Management Encourages creative tension and differences of opinions. Anticipates and takes steps to prevent counter-productive confrontations. Manages and resolves conflicts and disagreements in a constructive manner.
2. Leveraging and Diversity Fosters and inclusive workplace where diversity and individual differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the vision and mission of the organization.
3. Developing Others Develops the ability of others to perform and contribute to the organization by providing ongoing feedback and by providing opportunities to learn through formal and informal methods.
4. Team Building Inspires and fosters team commitment, spirit, pride, and trust. Facilitates cooperation and motivates team members to accomplish group goals.
ECQ 3: RESULTS DRIVEN. This core qualification involves the ability to meet organizational goals and customer service expectations. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to meet organizational goals and customer expectations. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to make decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks.
Leadership Competencies:
1. Accountability Holds self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results. Determines objectives, sets priorities, and delegates work. Accepts responsibility for mistakes. Complies with established control systems and rules.
2. Customer Service Anticipates and meets the needs of both internal and external customers. Delivers high-quality products and services; is committed to continuous improvement.
3. Decisiveness Makes well-informed, effective, and timely decisions, when data is limited or solutions produce unpleasant consequences; perceives the impact and implications of decisions.
4. Entrepreneurship Positions the organization for future success by identifying new opportunities; builds the organization by developing or improving products or services. Takes calculated risks to accomplish organizational objectives.
5. Problem Solving Identifies and analyzes problems; weights relevance and accuracy of information; generates and evaluates alternative solutions; makes recommendations.
6. Technical Credibility Understands and appropriately applies principles, procedures, requirements, regulations and policies related to specialized expertise.
ECQ 4: BUSINESS ACUMEN. This core qualification involves the ability to manage human, financial, and information resources strategically.
Leadership Competencies:
1. Financial Management Understands the organization's financial processes. Prepares, justifies, and administers the program budget. Oversees procurement and contracting to achieve desired results. Monitors expenditures and uses cost-benefit thinking to set priorities.
2. Human Capital Management Builds and manages workforce based on organizational goals, budget considerations, and staffing needs. Ensures that employees are appropriately recruited, selected, appraised, and rewarded; takes action to address performance problems. Manages a multi-sector workforce and a variety of work situations.
3. Technology Management Keeps up-to-date on technological developments. Makes effective use of technology to achieve results. Ensures access to and security of technology systems.
ECQ 5: BUILDING COALITIONS. This core qualification involves the ability to build coalitions internally and with other Federal agencies, State and local governments, nonprofit and private sector organizations, foreign governments, or international organizations to achieve common goals.
Leadership Competencies:
1. Partnering Develops networks and builds alliances; collaborates across boundaries to build strategic relationships and achieve common goals.
2. Political Savvy Identifies the internal and external politics that impact the work of the organization. Perceives organizational and political reality and acts accordingly.
3. Influencing/Negotiating Persuades others, builds consensus through give and take, gains cooperation from others to obtain information and accomplish goals.
Fundamental Competencies: These competencies are the foundation for success in each of the Executive Core Qualifications.
Competencies:
1. Interpersonal Skills Treats others with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect. Considers and responds appropriately to the needs and feeling of different people in different situations.
2. Oral Communication Makes clear and convincing oral presentations. Listens effectively; clarifies information as needed.
3. Integrity/Honesty Behaves in an honest, fair, and ethical manner. Shows consistency in words and actions. Models high standards of ethics.
4. Written Communication Writes in a clear, concise, organized, and convincing manner for the intended audience.
5. Continual Learning Assesses and recognizes own strengths and weaknesses; pursues self-development.
6. Public Service Motivation Shows a commitment to serve the public. Ensures that actions meet public needs; aligns organizational objectives and practices with public interests.
To preview questions please click here.
BENEFITS:
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We offer a workplace that is respectful, fair, and values diversity. Our comprehensive benefits are very generous - helping you to reach your personal goals by supporting your professional growth, health, well-being, and your family needs. Our benefits package includes: Challenging work, opportunities for advancement, competitive salaries, bonuses and incentive awards; Ten paid holidays, 13 days of sick leave, and 26 days of vacation time each year; Access to insurance programs that may be continued after you retire; A wide choice of health insurance plans, coverage for pre-existing conditions, and no waiting periods. We pay a substantial amount (up to 75%) of the health insurance premiums; Flexible spending accounts for health care and for dependent care, employee assistance programs, flexible work schedules, and health and fitness programs. Learn more about Federal benefits programs by clicking here.
OTHER INFORMATION:
You must submit all required information by the closing date. The materials you send with your resume will not be returned. Before entering on duty, you may be required to complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, SF-278. You will need to provide the information annually. Relocation expenses will not be paid.
HOW TO APPLY:
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The following instructions outline our application process. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. We are available to assist you during business hours (normally 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday). If applying online poses a hardship, please contact us by noon ET three business days before announcement's closing date. FERC provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us if you require this for any part of the application and hiring process. Step 1 - Create or Upload a resume with USAJOBS - We suggest you go to the end of the Qualifications & Evaluation section of the job announcement to preview the online questions that you will answer in Step 3. You may need to customize your resume to ensure that it supports your responses to these questions. - You may create a resume in USAJOBS or upload one of your own choosing. Although you must enter your Social Security Number (SSN) for USAJOBS, it will not be sent to Smart Hire. Step 2 - Apply Online. Click the "Apply Online" button on this announcement and then select the resume you wish to submit with your application. You will be redirected to FERC's Smart Hire website to complete the application process. Step 3 - Answer the Online Questions and Submit Your Online Application. If this is your first time on FERC's Smart Hire website, you will be prompted to register by answering questions related to your eligibility for Federal employment. The system will save these responses and take you back to the main screen so that you can answer the job-specific questions. Click on the "Continue" button to answer the job-specific questions. You must answer all the questions and click the "Finish" button. Step 4 - Review and Confirm Your Submission. You will now have the option to upload a document or print fax cover-sheets for your required documents (see step 5 for details). Once you click "Done," you will see a summary of your application for your review. You may also generate a PDF version to print or save for your records. When you click "Finish" at the bottom of the page, you will then be directed back to USAJOBS where you can confirm that your application has been submitted and track your application status. Step 5 - Submit Required Documents. You can submit any required documents (discussed below) by document upload or fax. Whichever method you choose, please include the job announcement number with your documents. To protect your privacy, we encourage you to remove your SSN from any documents that you submit. Document Upload: You may upload supporting documents in one of two ways: 1. Once you finish answering the questions in the job announcement, you will be prompted to upload your document(s) to your application. You will be given the choice to either upload the document as part of the application process or you can select a document that you've already loaded on USAJOBS. or 2. You can upload a document to an existing application by logging into your USAJOBS account profile. Click on "My Applications" and search for the vacancy. Once you've located the vacancy, click on the vacancy and select "Apply Online." Move through your existing application to the Documents page and select Upload in order to add a document to your application. Be certain to review your complete application for confirmation that the document uploaded. In the Application Review section, you may verify acceptance of your documents in Smart Hire if you see them listed on the "Vacancy Documents" screen. Then, click on "Finish" to be returned to USAJOBS. Fax: Create a fax cover-sheet in Smart Hire by following the "Faxing Supporting Documentation" instructions. The fax number is provided on the cover-sheet.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
You are required to upload a separate document that is a narrative statement addressing the five Executive Core Qualifications listed in the announcement. Please note that if you do not provide all required information by the closing date of the announcement, as specified in this announcement, you will not be considered for this position.
Current and former Federal employees must submit their most recent SF-50.
AGENCY CONTACT INFO:
Tosha Washington
Phone: 202-502-8520
Fax: 000-000-0000
Email: Tosha.Washington@ferc.gov
Phone: 202-502-8520
Fax: 000-000-0000
Email: Tosha.Washington@ferc.gov
Agency Information:
FERC
888 First Street, NE
Washington, DC
20426
US
Fax: 000-000-0000
FERC
888 First Street, NE
Washington, DC
20426
US
Fax: 000-000-0000
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:
Once your complete application is received we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The best qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of the status of your application up to four times throughout the application process. You may check the status of your application for this position at any time by logging onto the USAJOBS "My Account" tab and clicking on "Application Status." We also recommend you opt to receive status change emails through USAJOBS by logging into "Notification Settings." Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate, or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect consideration for this position.
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