Assistant or Associate Professor, COMPUTATIONAL SOCIAL SCIENCE, The University of Georgia - Athens, GA

COMPUTATIONAL SOCIAL SCIENCE
The Department of Political Science and the Department of Public Administration and Policy in the University of Georgia’s School of Public and International Affairs invite applications for a joint tenure-track assistant or associate professorship starting in August 2016. Candidates should demonstrate an ability to examine and use large and/or untraditional data, with a specialization in one or more of the following areas: unstructured data, text analysis, machine learning, large network data, visualization, clustering, or other advanced computational methods. A Ph.D. in political science, public administration, public policy, sociology, statistics, computer science, operations research, or another appropriate discipline is required. This position is part of a university-wide initiative to recruit new faculty across disciplines to enhance the University’s ability to engage in Informatics-based instruction and world-changing scholarship.

Candidates must demonstrate the potential for excellence in scholarship. Those with a clear potential and prospects for securing external research funding are especially encouraged to apply. Applicants should submit a letter of interest, a current curriculum vitae, a recent publication or research-related writing sample, teaching evaluations (if available), and three letters of recommendation either electronically to papolicy@uga.edu or by mail to Keith T. Poole, Computational Social Science Recruitment Committee Chair, Department of Political Science, Baldwin Hall, University of Georgia, Athens, GA 30602-1615. Applications received by October 2, 2015, will receive full consideration, but applications will be accepted until the position is filled. For more information about the departments visit http://www.polisci.uga.edu and www.padp.uga.edu.

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. 

Assistant/Associate Professor, Global Public Management, Rockefeller College of Public Affairs and Policy at the University at Albany (SUNY) - Albany, NY

Assistant / Associate Professor, Global Public Management
Rockefeller College of Public Affairs and Policy at the University at Albany (SUNY) is seeking a colleague with expertise in the management of international organizations (IOs) and/or international nongovernmental organizations (INGOs) to teach in a new professional Master of International Affairs program with courses offered in classrooms in both Albany and New York City as well as using synchronous distance learning (e.g. videoconference). We welcome applications from candidates with disciplinary expertise in public management, nonprofit management, business management, public administration, international relations, political science, sociology or an allied field. We are open to multiple areas of research and teaching with respect to IOs and INGOs, but have a particular interest in those who focus on the “nuts and bolts” challenges of operating IOs and INGOs – from strategic planning and policy implementation to budgeting and fundraising to management of voluntary and paid workforces to management of international development and humanitarian assistance programs to the challenges of cross-cultural management.
The successful candidate will have primary appointment in the Department of Public Administration and Policy with an option for a joint secondary appointment in the Department of Political Science. Appointments will be made at the Assistant or Associate Professor level.
All applicants should submit a statement of interest, curriculum vita, a writing sample or publications, and any available evidence of teaching effectiveness (such as syllabi and student evaluations). Candidates should also arrange to have a full dossier (including graduate transcript and at least three letters of reference) submitted through Interview Exchange. Alternatively, graduate transcript and reference letters may be submitted via email to: MIASearch@albany.edu. A review of applications will start on September 15, 2015 and the search will remain open until the position is filled.
To view the full job description, please refer to:
https://albany.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=62194&CNTRNO=1&TSTM P=1438627255008

Assistant/Associate Professor, Public Policy, University of Georgia - Athens, GA

Assistant/Associate Professor

Public Policy

University of Georgia

The University of Georgia’s School of Public & International Affairs, Department of Public Administration and Policy invites applications for a tenure-track, assistant professor position in public policy. Exceptional candidates may be appointed at the associate professor level. Appointment begins in August 2016. Candidates should demonstrate a substantive policy specialization. A Ph.D. in public policy, economics, sociology, political science, public administration, or other appropriate discipline is required. Teaching is predominately at the graduate level and includes courses in policy analysis, policy process, or program evaluation, and other substantive policy courses. Successful candidates will contribute to our MPA and Ph.D. programs and demonstrate evidence of research productivity. Candidates with a clear potential and prospects for (or demonstrated success in) securing external research funding are especially encouraged to apply.  Applications should include a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation. 

Applications received by November 1, 2015 are guaranteed full consideration. Applications should be sent either as email attachments to papolicy@uga.edu or by mail to: Public Policy Recruitment Committee, Department of Public Administration & Policy, 204 Baldwin Hall, The University of Georgia, Athens, GA 30602-1615.

For more information about the Department, visit www.padp.uga.edu.

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Senior Planner - City of Fernley, NV

Senior Planner

Job #51667

City of Fernley
Fernley, NV

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Job at a Glance
Job Category	Community Development and Redevelopment
Job Level	Mid II (4-8 years)
Salary Range	$60,805 - $93,595
AICP Certification	Required

Job Description

DEFINITION
Under general direction, directs, manages, supervises, and coordinates the assigned day-to-day planning programs and activities within his/her department. Coordinates assigned activities with other city departments and outside agencies. 

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is a supervisory level class in the Planner series. This class is distinguished from the Associate/Assistant Planner by the performance of management duties, including, but not limited to, supervision, scheduling, and project assignment to the lower-level planners within the department. 

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES (Performance of these functions is the reason this job exists. Assigned job tasks/duties are not limited to the essential functions)

1. Manages and participates in the development of implementation of goals, objectives, policies and priorities for assigned programs; recommends and administers policies and procedures. Prepares clear and concise administrative and financial reports. 
2. Plans, directs, coordinates, and reviews the work plan for the department; assigns work activities, projects, and programs. 
3. Reviews and evaluates work products, methods and procedures; meets with staff to identify and resolve problems. 
4. Monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of department’s methods and procedures; recommends appropriate service and staffing levels. 
5. Selects professional, technical, and support staff and ensure effective morale, productivity, and discipline. 

QUALIFICATIONS FOR EMPLOYMENT (a sampling)
Knowledge and Abilities:

Knowledge of:
• Operational characteristics, services, and activities of an urban planning or zoning administration program;
• Advance principles and practices of zoning administration;
• Advanced principles and practices of research, analysis, and report writing;
• Advanced principles and practices of urban design;
• Advanced principles and practices of urban planning and development;

Ability to:
• Interpret, apply, explain, and enforce applicable local, state, and federal laws, codes and regulations, and city and department policies and procedures;
• Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, recommend or approve best options and ensure staff implements approved solutions in support of goals;
• Distinguish political sensitivities and inter-relationships in the local community and adjust operations accordingly;
• Respond to difficult and sensitive public inquiries;
• Facilitate discussions and mediate conflicts;

Required Certifications and Licenses:
Possession of American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) designation. 

Experience and Training:
Any combination of training, education, and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities. A typical way to gain the required knowledge and ability is:

A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major in urban planning, urban studies, geography, landscape architecture, engineering, sociology or a field related to the essential functions. A Master’s degree in planning or public administration is strongly preferred. Six years of increasingly responsible experience in urban, community or regional planning or zoning administration to include three years at a public agency or private sector, and two years of administrative and supervisory responsibility.

City of Fernley
Senior Planner
Range: 141 ($60,805 - $93,595)

Contact Information
Contact Name	Shannon McKnight
Phone	775-784-9863
Fax
Email	smcknigth@cityoffernley.org
Website	www.cityoffernley.org
Postal Address	595 Silver Lace Blvd. Fernley, Nevada

COMMUNITY PLANNER, Naval Facilities Engineering Command - Great Lakes Naval Training Center, IL

COMMUNITY PLANNER
Naval Facilities Engineering Command - Great Lakes Naval Training Center, IL

The Navy and Marine Corps team offers innovative, exciting and meaningful work linking military and civilian talents to achieve our mission and safeguard our freedoms. Department of the Navy provides competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and extensive professional development and training. From pipefitters to accountants, scientists to engineers, doctors to nurses-the careers and opportunities to make a difference are endless. Civilian careers-where purpose and patriotism unite! This Installation Community Planning & Liaison Officer position is a NAVFAC position located within the Public Works Department, Great Lakes. TRAVEL REQUIRED Not Required RELOCATION AUTHORIZED No KEY REQUIREMENTS You must be a US Citizen. Males must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. www.sss.gov Selectee must be determined suitable for federal employment. Selectee may be required to successfully complete a probationary period. Selectee is required to participate in the direct deposit pay program. See special requirements section for additional requirements. DUTIES: Back to top Identifies possible encroachment stemming from land use development in order to ensure timely action to preclude the loss of operational and support capability. Coordinates with cities, counties, and conservation organizations in order to manage long range planning, development proposals, and legislative initiatives (e.g. comprehensive plan development, zoning, height restrictions, etc.). Addresses development issues brought about by agencies (e.g. industrial development authorities, airport authorities, port districts, planning commissions, etc.) in order to represent the organizations interests. QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities, as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. Basic Requirements: Must possess a degree in community planning or related field such as urban affairs, architecture, landscape, architecture, engineering, sociology, geography, economics, political science, or public administration that included at least 12 semester hours in the planning process, socioeconomic and physical elements of planning, urban and regional economic analysis, and development finance. Note: Applicants with degrees in related fields, such as those listed above, who do not have the 12 semester hours of specified course work must have had at least 1 year of work experience in community planning acquired under the supervision and guidance of a community planner. OR Have a combination of education and experience with courses equivalent to a major in one of the above disciplines, or a combination of related courses totaling at least 24 semester hours in any combination of the above disciplines of which at least 12 semester hours were in the planning process, and socioeconomic and physical elements of planning, plus appropriate experience or additional education. Minimum Qualifications: Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-11 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector . Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: 1) Analyzes information and plans in order to make recommendations on complex planning problems related to a variety of land uses involving conflicting factors, economic growth, and the social and cultural welfare of communities; 2) Utilizes a wide range of planning principles, policies and procedures to provide consultation and project support to clients and agency senior management/leadership; 3) Builds relationships with state and local government officials, land owners, developers, realtors, industry associations, neighborhood reps, etc., in order to determine community plans which may present encroachment issues; 4) Serves as a member of an Encroachment Working Group in order to determine goals and objectives of a local encroachment program. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management web site: http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=GS-PROF This position is covered under the Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) and requires additional education, training and experience. This position has been identified as a Career Field Facilities Engineering at Level II. If you possess DAWIA Certification, please indicate your Certification Level and Career Field information in your resume. Applicants not certified may still apply and be selected, but must achieve certification within 24 months of appointment. Certification requirements may be viewed at http://icatalog.dau.mil/onlinecatalog/CareerLvl.aspx . You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. As part of the application process, you must complete and submit an occupational questionnaire. To preview this questionnaire and determine if your experience matches the required skills for this position, click the following link: View Assessment Questions Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating and/or appointment eligibility. EDUCATION: For positions requiring positive education requirements , or if you are using education to meet all or part of the qualification requirements , you must submit a copy of your transcripts or an itemized list of college courses which includes equivalent information from the transcript (course title, semester/quarter hours, and grade/degree earned) in your resume . See OPM's General Policies for information on crediting education . Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the qualification requirements if the applicant can provide documentation indicating that the foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution in the United States. It is the responsibility of the applicant to provide such evidence when applying f or further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html Degree audits are not acceptable. REQUIREMENTS: A Secret security clearance is a requirement of this position. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a position offer or removal. If you possess a security clearance, please indicate the level and termination date in your resume. Physical Demands - primarily sedentary; involves some walking, standing, bending, carrying of light items, or driving an automobile. No special physical demands are required to perform the work. HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED: When the application process is complete, we will review your r esume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume and responses to the Occupational Questionnaire , along with your supporting documentation. You will be evaluated and rated under Category Rating selection procedures. Additional points are not added for veterans’ preference; however, preference is still applied. A pplicants eligible for veteran's preference will receive selection priority over non-veterans. If you meet the qualification requirements, your application will be placed in one of three categories: Best Qualified- Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements for announced position. Well Qualified- Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements for announced position. Qualified - Candidates in this category meet the minimum experience requirements for announced position. If, after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you inflated your qualifications and/or experience, your score may be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities or you may be found ineligible/not qualified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. BENEFITS: Back to top Department of the Navy offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, a 401K-type retirement plan, and an Employee Assistance Program. More information can be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Benefits/Pages/Default.aspx OTHER INFORMATION: This Position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. Additional vacancies may be filled by this announcement. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. Recruitment incentives may or may not be authorized. Relocation incentives may or may not be authorized. A 40 hour work week is typical. Position is at full performance level. The Department of the Navy uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify . Military Spouse Preference (MSP): http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/Mil_Spouse_Pref_Statement.pdf Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf Veteran’s Preference Information:http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/Vet_%20Preference_Statement.pdf ICTAP Applicants: To be considered well-qualified and exercise selection priority as an ICTAP candidate, displaced Federal employees must satisfy all qualification requirements for the position and receive a rating of 85 or higher. For more information about ICTAP eligibility please review the following link:http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/ICTAP_Statement.pdf usajobs.gov - 1 day ago - save job » View or apply to job

Project Associate, University of Chicago Crime Lab and Urban Education Lab - Chicago, IL

Who We Are

The University of Chicago Urban Education Lab seeks to improve our understanding of how to improve educational outcomes for disadvantaged youth growing up in some of the most distressed urban neighborhoods in America and overseas. Our goal is to assemble a portfolio of rigorous experiments, including randomized controlled trials (RCTs), to generate new evidence about what works, for whom, and why, and to conduct benefit-cost analyses of different interventions to enable policymakers to prioritize resources for the combination of strategies that achieve the greatest social good per dollar spent. Urban Education Lab projects evaluate ways to improve outcomes for students, whether that is through student, teacher, or school-centered interventions. . In addition to carrying out RCTs and other research on education, the Urban Education Lab, since its inception, has also provided extensive pro bono technical assistance to government agencies in Chicago looking for rigorous data analysis and research support. The nature of our work as partners with city agencies requires adjusting to the pace of policymakers' work. This way of working is atypical for most research organizations, but gives us an unprecedented opportunity to partner with policymakers to help them maximize the positive impact of policies and programs that can improve lives. For more information about the University of Chicago Urban Education Lab, go to http://uel.uchicago.edu/.

Position Overview

The University of Chicago Urban Education Lab seeks a project associate to work on cutting-edge social policy research projects. This person will work closely with internal researchers as well as other public and private partners to evaluate programs focused on ensuring high quality educational opportunities for urban youth. The project associate will provide support on several Urban Education Lab projects that are in varying stages of implementation and evaluation.

Duties and Responsibilities

Responsibilities may include managing project deliverables and IRB, overseeing fieldwork, coordinating with all partner organizations, performing data analysis, preparing memos, reports, spreadsheets, and presentations targeting both policymakers and academic audiences.

Qualifications:

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, Economics, Sociology or other relevant social science field required.

Experience

A minimum of one year of relevant research experience preferred (experience gained in school can be applied to the requirement).

Experience working with youth and/or in the education field preferred.

Experience managing datasets preferred.

Experience working on field experiments preferred.

Experience working with Stata or other statistical software packages preferred.

Competencies

Strong interest in social policy required.

Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail required.
Strong leadership, interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills required.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously required.
Knowledge and understanding of education research literature required.
Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint skills required.
Ability to work both independently and as a team member required.

How to apply

To apply, visit https://jobopportunities.uchicago.edu and search for requisition 097019 and submit your resume, cover letter, writing sample, and a copy of your unofficial transcripts.

Community Planner, Federal Aviation Administration - San Juan, Puerto Rico

Job Title:Community Planner

Department:Department Of Transportation

Agency:Federal Aviation Administration

Job Announcement Number:ASO-ARP-15-B617R-41676

APPLY AT USAJOBS.GOV

SALARY RANGE:	$70,106.00 to $108,652.00 / Per Year Salary above includes 14.16% locality for San Juan, Puerto Rico area. In addtion a Cost of Living Allowance (COLA) of 4.2% is authorized.
OPEN PERIOD:	Thursday, May 21, 2015 to Wednesday, June 10, 2015
SERIES & GRADE:	FV-0020-I
POSITION INFORMATION:	Full Time - Temporary NTE - NTE 2 years
DUTY LOCATIONS:	1 vacancy - San Juan, PR View Map
WHO MAY APPLY:	U.S. Citizens
SECURITY CLEARANCE:	Public Trust - Background Investigation

JOB SUMMARY:

About the Agency

Business Component:

Southern Region, Airports Division, Atlanta District Office, San Juan, Puerto Rico.

RELOCATION AUTHORIZED

• Yes
• Temporary Change of Station (TCS) - U.S. Citizens: A fixed relocation payment of $10,000 will be paid to new hires to Federal service and student trainees; and a fixed relocation payment of $10,000 will be paid to employees with status.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• US Citizenship is required.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Successful completion of a security investigation will be required.
• This position has a positive education requirement. Transcript is Required.

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DUTIES (NOT LIMITED TO):

This position serves as a community planner responsible for various airport and aviation planning activities for the Office of Airports (ARP), Atlanta Airports District Office (ADO) in support of the Airport Improvement Program (AIP). This position is physically located in Puerto Rico and is responsible for working directly with officials from the Puerto Rican Government, as well as members of the public. This includes routinely speaking and interacting with Spanish speaking officials and members of the public, reviewing and interpreting documents submitted in Spanish, and responding to inquiries in Spanish, both verbally and in writing. Responsible for providing proactive assistance and guidance to airport sponsors, consultants, planning agencies, and the public on various aspects of airport and aviation planning to include airport systems planning, airport master planning and airport layout plan preparation, Airport Capital Improvement Plan development, and compatible land use planning and airspace obstruction analysis. Serves with limited supervision in order to exercise a degree of independent judgment in the analysis and interpretation of criteria related to all aspects of airport and aviation planning working closely with ADO team members to review and accept airport master and system plans prepared by public airport sponsors, State aeronautical agencies, and metropolitan planning agencies. Maintains expert knowledge and has experience in all areas of airport/system master planning and coordination with airlines, airport tenants, user groups, neighboring communities, and airport planning and environmental consultants. Provides technical assistance and, under appropriate supervision, approves local airport demand forecasts and Airport Layout Plans.Reviews and makes recommendations to ADO team members and ADO Management regarding requests for Modification of Standards (MOS) for airport design documents.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

Minimum Qualifications: To qualify for this position you must have a degree in community planning; or related field such as urban affairs, architecture, landscape architecture, engineering, sociology, geography, economics, political science, or public administration that included at least 12 semester hours in the planning process, socioeconomic and physical elements of planning, urban and regional economic analysis, and development finance. Note: Applicants with degrees in related fields, such as those listed above, who do not have the 12 semester hours of specified course work must have had at least 1 year of work experience in community planning acquired under the supervision and guidance of a community planner. OR Combination of education and experience -- courses equivalent to a major in one of the above disciplines, or a combination of related courses totaling at least 24 semester hours in any combination of the above disciplines of which at least 12 semester hours were in the planning process, and socioeconomic and physical elements of planning, plus appropriate experience or additional education. In addition to the basic requirement listed above, you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of specialized experience in the Federal Service. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position. Specialized experience may include but not limited to:

• Developing or approving airport layout plans.
• Providing technical assistance in all areas of airport system/master planning and coordinating with airlines, airport tenants, user groups, neighboring communities, and airport planning and environmental consultants.
• Reviewing planning consultant contracts, including determination of cost reasonableness and assuring that selection was in accordance with all procurement of professional services requirements.
• Preparing and/or reviewing airport capital improvement plans (ACIP’s), life cycle cost and benefit/cost analysis.
• Providing technical guidance to airport sponsors and consultants both verbally and in writing, as well as at high level technical meetings.
• Speaking, reading, writing, and interpreting the Spanish language.

To qualify for this position at the FV-I or FG/GS-13 level, One year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade (FG/GS-12) or pay band level (H) in the federal service.

OTHER INFORMATION:

We may use this vacancy to fill other similar vacant positions.
Travel may be required.
Position may be subject to a background investigation.
A one-year probationary period may be required.
The person selected for this position may be required to file a financial disclosure statement within 30 days of entry on duty. FAA policy limits certain outside employment and financial investments in aviation-related companies.

Postdoc Fellowships in Social Science, Center for Metropolitan Studies - Sao Paolo, Brazil

Opportunity of Postdoc Fellowships in Social Science at the Center for Metropolitan Studies (CEM / Cepid) - April, 2nd/2015

The Center for Metropolitan Studies (CEM) is a Research, Innovation and Diffusion (RIDC) with support from FAPESP. It is an institution for advanced research in social science that investigates social inequalities and the formulation of public policies. It consists of a multidisciplinary group, which includes demographic researchers, political scientists, sociologists, geographers and anthropologists, whose research agenda is focused on citizens’ access to well-being. The CEM researchers work in several fields of knowledge and apply distinct methodologies in their investigations.

Postdoctoral Fellows (PD) shall conduct theoretical and/or empirical research, in addition to other regular activities, such as participation in seminars, paper writing and the dissemination of research results. The postdoctoral fellowships are expected to develop projects in one of the following themes: 

1. To understand the independent effect of State policies on social conditions and inequality reduction. 

2. To understand the role of political institutions on the decision-making of redistributive policies, particularly voting behavior and law-making process.

3. To map alternative forms of governance in urban areas and their connections to the State in order to understand "who governs what”?

FELLOWSHIPS

The opportunity is open to Brazilian and foreign candidates. It is desirable to have a PhD in Social Sciences or related fields with a strong history of publishing and good performance in spoken and written English.

The selected candidate will receive a monthly fellowship in the amount of R$ 6,143.40 and a grant, equivalent to 15% of the annual value of the fellowship which should be spent in items directly related to the research activity.

The fellowship also include a setup support for researchers who need to move to the city of São Paulo, Brazil, the institution´s headquarter. More information about the fellowship can be found in the following link: www.fapesp.br/en/5427.

A maximum of three (3) Post-doctoral fellowships will be selected.

DOCUMENTATION FOR APLLICATION

1. Full CV Lattes (www.lattes.cnpq.br) or Curriculum Vitae, if foreign;

2. MyResearcherID e/ou MyCitation (Google Scholar);

3. List of publications;

4. Research project, which should not display the identification of the candidate at any point, since the project evaluation will be blind.

SELECTION PROCESS

The selection of candidates will be conducted in two stages. In the first, the curriculum, publications, and the academic trajectory of the candidate will be examined as well as the scientific quality of the proposal along with its adherence to the research lines of the CEM. The second phase will be an interview with the selection committee, when the academic merits of the proposals and candidate performance will be considered.

Candidates selected for the second phase will be contacted via email by June, 16th.

Interviews will be conducted in person or via skype on the 24th June, 2015.

APPLICATION AND DEADLINE

Candidates should submit their documentation by mail to centrodametropole@usp.br(subject: "SCHOLARSHIP – PD CEPID-CEM").

The application deadline is the 15th May, 2015.

For questions and additional information, please contact via e-mail: centrodametropole@usp.br, with subject “Doubt”.

SELECTION ANNOUNCEMENT

The candidates selected will be posted on the CEM website by the 26th June, 2015.

More information on: http://www.fapesp.br/oportunidades.

http://www.fflch.usp.br/centrodametropole/en/1222

Director, Workforce Partnerships, Kennedy-King College - Chicago, IL

Director, Workforce Partnerships - WAS0000125 

Duties and Responsibilities

 

Kennedy-King College is seeking a Director, Workforce Partnerships.  

                                                                                                                                     

Kennedy-King is one of the seven City Colleges of Chicago (CCC), which is improving student outcomes and ensuring greater academic and career success as part of Reinvention 7, a seven-year educational reform initiative. 

Kennedy-King College, located at Halsted and 63rd streets on Chicago’s South Side, serves more than 10,000 students in college credit, adult education, and continuing education courses. Kennedy-King is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. Kennedy-King offers accessible and affordable, high-quality education to a diverse and vibrant student population. The Washburne Culinary Arts and Hospitality College to Careers (C2C) program is based at Kennedy-King. The popular C2C program features world-class kitchens and two fine dining restaurants—the Parrot Cage, located within the South Shore Cultural Center, at 7059 South Shore Dr.; and Sikia, located on KKC’s main campus, at 740 W. 63rd St.  The restaurants provide on-the-job training for students planning to pursue culinary careers upon graduation and for those seeking advanced culinary arts degrees.

Kennedy-King College’s campus also is home to WYCC-PBS Television and WKKC 89.3 FM radio station. Courses are also offered at Dawson Technical Institute, 3901 S. State Street, an occupational training center offering certificate and degree programs in various areas of construction.

Perks of this Role: Excellent benefits at a low cost; investment plans 403(b) & 457(b); SURS retirement plan; generous vacation, holidays, personal & sick days plus tuition reimbursement. For a more detailed overview of benefits, please visit our benefits page (click here). 

  

The Director, Workforce Partnerships, College to Careers supports the Dean and Associate Dean, College to Careers in assuring students secure employment or advance in careers that will make a material economic impact in the life of the student and the future of the city.  Responsible for directing outreach and opportunity creation at the College level for a specific Cluster, and responsible for relationship management, relevant correspondence and tracking of progress to assure that programs, partnerships, and strategy align with the shared interests of City Colleges' students and key regional and national employers. The position will be held accountable to a set of quantitative and qualitative metrics that align with the Office of Workforce and Economic Development's strategy.

• Works with Dean and District Office staff to proactively assist in identifying local, regional and national opportunities for creating public/private partnerships to support current and future College to Careers students' employment and career advancement efforts and training to enable students to secure the jobs of today and the future.
• Participates in comprehensive workforce education partnerships and strategic alliances with businesses by promoting City Colleges' for credit and non-credit offerings. Manages relationships with non-profits (e.g., community based organizations, other educational institutions, etc.) and government to support the College to Careers program efforts to secure employment or career advancement for students.
• Researches and analyzes the education, non-profit, and industry landscapes to identify promising practices or other opportunities for the development and introduction of new programs, or changes to existing programs, to improve outcomes.
• Supports the vision of the College to Careers program impact on regional and national workforce and economic development policy.  Supports the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of an integrated and effective workforce and economic development system and articulates City Colleges' role in a seamless system of workforce and economic development.
• Along with CCC Department of Workforce partners, assists in aligning City Colleges' workforce and economic development strategy with local, regional and City efforts to assure the best outcomes and assure that City Colleges is a national example of excellence in workforce and economic development, consistent with, or in the creation of, best practices.
• Along with CCC Department of Workforce partners, enhances partnerships with industry, government and community partners to maintain and improve the City Colleges’ position as a significant local resource for state-of-the-art training for businesses in the region.
• Assists CCC Department of Workforce partners in the development of relationships and manages relationships in the implementation of the long-range plan and strategy for workforce and economic development for a College to Careers program. Works with CCC Department of Workforce partners to develop and support workforce and economic development policies, procedures and standards and monitors outcomes and drivers of success for students in all workforce, occupational, and economic development programs.
• Monitors and helps develop outcome tracking metrics that confirm the value of programs and partnerships over time to assure that students and partners are achieving the stated goals. 
• Identifies potential local, state, and federal funding sources for existing College to Careers programs and new program development and assesses impact and requirements while facilitating efforts to strategically secure the correct resources. 
• Along with the Executive Director, Workforce Partnerships, supports the VC, Workforce and Economic Development's role as the chief District liaison to business associations and government entities, and represents the college at appropriate meetings, conferences, and events.
• Collaborates with all College departments and offices for seamless integration of the programs offered through Workforce and Economic Development. 
• Provides periodic assessment of project progress to the Dean, College to Careers and the Executive Director of Workforce Partnerships. 
• Adheres to CCC Customer Service Excellence standards.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

 

Qualifications

 

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Public Administration, Sociology or a closely related field, Master's, Doctorate or J.D. strongly preferred. 
• Minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in academic/business/industry management. Some industry experience strongly preferred. 
• Demonstrated experience and expertise in job creation through a role in private industry, government, education, or a community based organization. Deep understanding of private industry structure and staffing needs. 
• Demonstrated knowledge and skill in managing projects and programs that enhance economic development and create jobs. 
• Ability to develop, lead and coordinate diverse program services with numerous agencies, business customers, educational institutions and participants simultaneously. 
• Strong verbal and written communication, analytical, interpersonal and presentation skills. Excellent negotiation and mediation skills. 
• Knowledge of and experience in the use of technology in the workplace. 
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity and multiculturalism in prior work experience. Ability to work with a diverse, energetic team in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience working in any aspect of transportation, distribution or logistics is highly desirable.  Knowledge of student management programs a plus.

Special Requirements

• Availability to work some evenings and weekends.  In and out of District travel may be required. 

Chicago residency is required for all full-time employees within 6 months of hire. 

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. 

Thank you for your interest in CCC! 

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