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Executive Officer

The York Builders Association is seeking a highly qualified person for the position of Executive Officer. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the position is responsible for the administration of the organization; serving as a liaison to the board, advancing the goals and strategies, while taking care of the daily management needs unique to a non-profit organization. The Association focuses on membership needs, public awareness, governmental affairs, advocacy and leadership. Characteristics critical to this role are organized planning, adaptability, time management and leadership skills. Candidates with non-profit & business management skills are preferred. Governmental Affairs background is a plus. Qualified candidates should submit their resume and salary requirements to the Association President, Steve Kohr, at Steve@YorkBuilders.com.

Posted July 28, 2010

Executive Director

Seeking Executive Director for non-profit Mental Health/Mental Retardation Program Administrators Association of PA. Minimum bachelor's degree, masters degree preferred. Minimum 5 years human services or association management experience required. Knowledge of mental health/mental retardation issues, county and state government and advocacy a plus. EOE $75,000+ DOQ. Email cover letter, resume and a writing sample to bpenyak@pacounties.org by August 15, 2010. See www.pacounties.org for additional information.

Posted July 28, 2010

Coordinator for Government Relations Office

Responsibilities: Maintain VOCUS database; Admin/Clerical support for manager and VP, and general office maintenance; Member interaction; Advocacy program; Event/Meeting Planning.

Requirements: Strong interpersonal, organizational & multi-tasking skills; Independent, self-motivated; 2+ years admin support.

Excellent benefits, EOE. E-mail to hr@picpa.org. www.picpa.org

Posted July 20, 2010

Executive Assistant
A Pennsylvania-based, government affairs and business strategies firm seeks qualified individuals to fill the position of Executive Assistant (full-time) for our Harrisburg office. Ideal candidates not only possess the qualifications listed below, but offer experience in the realm of government affairs. Based on the above and below qualifications, salary will commiserate based on experience. A generous benefits package - health, dental, vision, 401 (k), etc. - is included. Please submit your cover letter, resume, and references to PO Box 291, Harrisburg, PA 17108 Attn: Melissa.

Job Description: Report daily to the Business Manager and Comptroller; Bookkeeping (Quickbooks-preferred); Detail-oriented, multi-tasked, adaptable, amicable, and flexible; Microsoft Proficient; Administrative experience (phones, filing, general office duties); Ability to work productively in a fast-paced environment; additional duties to be assigned accordingly.

Posted July 7, 2010

Administrative Assistant
A Pennsylvania-based, government affairs and business strategies firm seeks qualified individuals to fill the position Administrative Assistant (full-time) for our Harrisburg office. Ideal candidates not only possess the qualifications listed below, but offer experience in the realm of government affairs. Based on the above and below qualifications, salary will commiserate based on experience. A generous benefits package - health, dental, vision, 401 (k), etc. - is included. Please submit your cover letter, resume, and references to PO Box 291, Harrisburg, PA 17108 Attn: Melissa.

Job Description: Report daily to the Business Manager; Perform routine administrative tasks (phones, filing, general office duties, scheduling, etc.); Assisting with ticket requests for our clients, colleagues, and business associates; Microsoft Proficient; Detail-oriented, multi-tasked, adaptable, amicable, and flexible; Ability to work productively in a fast-paced environment; additional duties to be assigned accordingly.

Posted July 7, 2010

Manager of IT
Are you interested in IT and state government? Pennsylvania Legislative Services, a legislative and media reporting and tracking company based in Harrisburg, is expanding again. We are searching for a self-motivated individual to maintain and develop various websites, online databases and internal office network. The experienced candidate will have .Net, msSQL, mySQL, ASP, PHP and Microsoft networking experience. Dot Net Nuke experience is a plus. Candidate must be experienced and be able to work on rapid development and deployment timelines and feel comfortable working collaboratively with clients and staff. This is a full time, permanent position, compensation and benefits package is commensurate with experience. This is not an entry level position. Please send resume to personnel@mypls.com or mail to Pennsylvania Legislative Services, 240 North Third Street, 11th Floor, Harrisburg, PA 17101.

Posted July 6, 2010

Assistant Manager of IT
Are you interested in IT and state government? Pennsylvania Legislative Services, a legislative and media reporting and tracking company based in Harrisburg, is expanding again. We are searching for a self-motivated individual to maintain and develop various websites and online databases. The experienced candidate will have .Net, msSQL and ASP experience. Dot Net Nuke experience is a plus. Candidate must be experienced and be able to work on rapid development and deployment timelines and feel comfortable working collaboratively with clients and staff. This is a full time, permanent position, compensation and benefits package is commensurate with experience. Please send resume to personnel@mypls.com or mail to Pennsylvania Legislative Services, 240 North Third Street, 11th Floor, Harrisburg, PA 17101.

Posted July 2, 2010

Government Relations
The Commonwealth's leading financial services trade association is seeking qualified candidates with legislative, grassroots and PAC experience. Responsibilities include: Plan and implement all legislative advocacy efforts; Oversee the Association's PAC; Assist in the representation of the Association before the General Assembly and other public policy makers; Handle all government relations marketing materials at various events and seminars. Individuals should possess strong interpersonal and organizational skills along with an exceptional ability to communicate. Prior trade association and legislative experience preferred. Knowledge of the financial services industry a plus. Send cover letter and resume to: 3897 North Front Street, Harrisburg, PA 17110 Attention: Government Relations Department

Posted July 2, 2010

Director of Governmental Affairs
Director of Governmental Affairs for a large statewide trade association needed to manage and implement its legislative, regulatory and political objectives. Successful candidate must have 5-7 years lobbying experience or similar legislative or administrative experience. BA in political science or related major. Send cover letter with resume and salary requirements to: Pennsylvania Builders Association, 600 North 12th Street, Lemoyne, PA 17043

Posted July 1, 2010

Public Policy Coordinator

LOCATION: Harrisburg
REPORTS TO: President/CEO of Delaware Valley and Greater Pennsylvania Chapters, Chairperson of Public Policy Coalition

NATURE AND SCOPE
The main responsibilities of the Public Policy Coordinator are to, in conjunction with the chapter staff and committees, coordinate federal, state and local advocacy efforts of the coalition and implement the coalition’s public information program.  The position is a full-time position at 37.5 hours per week.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide leadership and support to the Pennsylvania Public Policy Coalition in order to develop ongoing public policy and strategy to achieve the Association’s advocacy goals
• Work with legislators, legislative staff, and representatives of government at the local, state, and federal levels to promote an understanding of and support for policies, services, and programs which respond to the needs of persons with Alzheimer’s disease and their families
• Coordinate advocacy activities to meet chapters’ goals for federal and state initiatives with Chapter staff and volunteers
• Continue to build and coordinate a statewide, grassroots network of trained Advocates to carry out Association advocacy goals
• Activate Association advocacy email network to ensure timely and effective response to policy developments when advocacy action is required, e.g. hearings, letter writing, communication with legislators and media
• Using Kintera/Blackbaud database, provide monthly, quarterly, and annual reports on advocacy recruitment as well as advocates and staff contacts with state and federal legislators
• Represent the coalition on appropriate state committees, task forces, at government agencies, and in the community
• Collaborate with chapter committees, staff, and the aging network to determine issues critical to persons with Alzheimer’s disease and their families; formulate and prepare written reports, alerts, testimony, and policy statements
• Direct Coalition contacts with media including press releases and letters to the editor in coordination with Chapter marketing staff
• Seek out and build relationships with other organizations/constituencies with similar concerns and interests compatible with those of the Association
• Coordinate public policy special events, including the annual Day on the Hill in Harrisburg and the Public Policy Summit and Day on the Hill in Washington
• Ensure chapter spokespersons are designated and trained to deliver a consistent message
• Coordinate with the Association’s Public Policy office in Washington, DC, as appropriate

SKILLS & EXPERTISE

• Excellent written communication skills, including drafting and editing position statements, testimony, press releases, letters to editor
• Excellent oral communication skills including lobbying, negotiating, and consensus building
• Excellent analytical, problem solving, and strategic thinking skills
• An absolute commitment to confidentiality
• Community organization skills
• Knowledge of aging and long-term care issues
• Knowledge of legislative, regulatory, and budget processes
• 3 years experience in public policy/advocacy activities, preferably in a non-profit setting desirable
• BA/BS in human services, social work, gerontology, law, communications, or related field desirable
• An understanding of Alzheimer’s care issues preferred
• Experience working with volunteers preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Excel, Access, and Publisher as well as constituent databases such as Kintera/Blackbaud.

HOURS
37.5 hours per week, with periodic evening and weekend responsibilities and willingness to travel throughout the state

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Normal office environment as well as extended time out of office engaging elected representatives, stakeholders, and advocates
• Flexible schedule may involve early mornings, evenings and occasional weekends
• High volume of public contact both individual and group
• Travel by car to attend meetings within the chapter territories, and by air or train to attend other meetings
• Work may be stressful during periods of high volume or tight deadlines

EQUIPMENT

• Computer workstation
• Fax machine
• Telephone and conference call equipment
• Calculator
• Photocopier
• LCD projector/laptop computer
• Digital camera and video camera
• Audiovisual equipment
• Health fair display equipment

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work effectively with volunteers, staff, and external contacts to build and maintain successful teams and committees
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple priorities
• Ability to anticipate, identify, organize, and analyze marketing opportunities
• Ability to coach and develop staff and volunteers
• Ability to communicate effectively in person, in writing, and electronically to a variety of audiences
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations
• High level of integrity, diplomacy, and initiative
• Ability to analyze information and make timely, appropriate decisions
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed
• Ability to travel as needed to perform job duties
• Ability to operate designated office equipment

This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the jobholder. He/she will be required to follow any other duties as requested by his/her supervisor or manager. This is not meant to be an exhaustive list of job duties.  Essential job functions may change when necessary.

All those who are interested can e-mail a cover letter w/ resume & salary requirements to : jwittnauer@gmail.com.

Posted June 3, 2010

Marketing and Business Intern

Pennsylvania Legislative Services (PLS) is currently looking for a marketing and business intern for summer 2010. The ideal candidate is a business, marketing or management major or recent graduate, with an interest in constructing innovative, compelling ways to reach new clients and looking to gain experience at one of the midstate's premier small businesses.

Among various duties, a marketing and business intern will help the PLS Marketing and Sales group create new strategies for outreach to potential clients. The intern would also help construct updated marketing lists, emails, letters and other promotional material to use for future outreach. Interested candidates should email a resume and cover letter attn: Deborah Hannon at internships@mypls.com, or fax their materials to 717-236-5097.

Posted May 19, 2010

Manager of Information Technology

Pennsylvania Legislative Services, a legislative and media reporting and tracking company based in Harrisburg, is expanding again. We are searching for a self-motivated individual to maintain and develop various websites, online databases and internal office network. The experienced candidate will have .Net, msSQL, mySQL, ASP, PHP and Microsoft networking experience. Dot Net Nuke experience is a plus. Candidate must be experienced and be able to work on rapid development and deployment timelines and feel comfortable working collaboratively with clients and staff. This is a full time, permanent position, compensation and benefits package is commensurate with experience. This is not an entry level position. Please send resume to personnel@mypls.com or mail to Pennsylvania Legislative Services, 240 North Third Street, 11th Floor, Harrisburg, PA 17101.

Posted April 30, 2010

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