US Census Job Opportunities

Dear Colleagues:

Please disseminate the below information in blue text to all interested
parties as soon as possible.


From: Wa Do Ta Kochamp [mailto:wadotak@cimcinc.com]
Sent: Friday, December 04, 2009 10:31 AM
To: NativeNews
Subject: US Census Job Opportunities

Hello!

California Indian Manpower Consortium, Inc (CIMC) is hosting
another recruitment event for the U.S. Census.  All individuals applying
need to specify the CIMC Sacramento Field Office location.  We would really
appreciate it if you could distribute the attached flyer in the Native
News.  Thank you very much for giving us the opportunity to get this
information out to the community.

     (See attached file: US Census info 12-10-09.pdf)

Sincerely,

CIMC Sacramento Field Office Staff

Thank you for your continued cooperation and partnership.

Sincerely,

Carolyn Yee
Native American Liaison Branch

Tuesday, December 15, 2009

Vacancy - Soil Conservation Technician, GS-458-6/7, Modesto & Stockton

Below is a link for Soil Conservation Technician, GS-458-6/7, positions located at the Stockton Field Office and Modesto Field Office in California. This announcement is open to the general public.  You may also search this announcement at www.usajobs.opm.gov.

 

IF APPLYING, YOU MUST CLEARLY SPECIFY WHICH LOCATION YOU ARE APPLYING FOR ON YOUR APPLICATION.  IF APPLYING TO MORE THAN ONE LOCATION YOU MUST SUBMIT A COMPLETE APPLICATION FOR EACH LOCATION.

 

Open:  December 14, 2009

Close: January 6, 2010

 

 

SCT, GS-458-6/7:  http://jobview.usajobs.gov/GetJob.aspx?JobID=85124404

 

Tanya Robles

Human Resources Specialist

USDA, NRCS

430 G. Street #4164

Davis, California 95616

Phone: (530) 792-5698

Fax: (530) 792-5796

www.ca.nrcs.usda.gov

 

Vacancy - Soil Conservation Technician, GS-458-6/7, Modesto & Stockton

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From: Robles, Tanya - Davis, CA
Sent: Tuesday, December 15, 2009 9:08 AM
To: ug-CA-nrcs
Subject: Vacancy - Soil Conservation Technician, GS-458-6/7, Modesto & Stockton

 

Below is a link for Soil Conservation Technician, GS-458-6/7, positions located at the Stockton Field Office and Modesto Field Office in California. This announcement is open to the general public.  You may also search this announcement at www.usajobs.opm.gov.

 

IF APPLYING, YOU MUST CLEARLY SPECIFY WHICH LOCATION YOU ARE APPLYING FOR ON YOUR APPLICATION.  IF APPLYING TO MORE THAN ONE LOCATION YOU MUST SUBMIT A COMPLETE APPLICATION FOR EACH LOCATION.

 

Open:  December 14, 2009

Close: January 6, 2010

 

 

SCT, GS-458-6/7:  http://jobview.usajobs.gov/GetJob.aspx?JobID=85124404

 

Tanya Robles

Human Resources Specialist

USDA, NRCS

430 G. Street #4164

Davis, California 95616

Phone: (530) 792-5698

Fax: (530) 792-5796

www.ca.nrcs.usda.gov

 

Local Public Affairs JOB POSTING - Native American Representative

Subject: Local Public Affairs JOB POSTING - Native American Representative
From: Deborah.A.Ben@sce.com

NOTIFICATION: Please post

A job posting for the position of Native American Corporate Representative
is now available on the portal.  This is a Corporate Representative 3
position reporting to Charley Wilson in the Government Education Resource
Team organization.  It is based in Rosemead, California.

The job will be posted both internally and externally until December 8.

If you are interested or know someone who is, please refer them to the job
posting.

For any additional information, please contact Charley Wilson at
626-302-1953.


Deborah Ben
Southern California Edison
Customer Communication Organization
Long Beach Regional Office
562-491-2908/PAX 32908

Friday, December 4, 2009

Assistant or Associate Professor of American Studies with expertise in Native American Studies, University of New Mexico

Title: Assistant or Associate Professor of American Studies with
expertise in Native American Studies, University of New Mexico

Deadline: Open until filled.



The Department of American Studies at the University of New Mexico
invites applicants for a tenure-track professorship in American Studies
with expertise in Native American Studies at the level of Assistant or
Associate Professor.  For an Assistant Professor applicant, the PhD must
be completed prior to appointment.  For an applicant seeking appointment
at the level of Associate Professor, applicants must show evidence of
qualifications commensurate with tenure eligibility.  The appointment
will begin in August 2010.  Responsibilities will include teaching in
the area of specialization at the undergraduate and graduate level,
graduate student mentoring, and service.  Competitive salary,
commensurate with qualifications of successful applicant and the rank at
which appointment occurs.



The UNM American Studies Department organizes its interdisciplinary
curriculum around these concentrations: Native American Studies;
Transnationalism and Globalization; Critical Regionalism and Southwest
Studies; Critical Race and Class Studies; Gender, Sexuality and Feminist
Studies; Comparative Cultural and Popular Culture Studies; and
Environment, Science and Technology Studies.



This position is available pending final approval.  Please visit our
employment information link at
http://www.unm.edu/~amstudy/bulletin.shtml
<http://www.unm.edu/~amstudy/bulletin.shtml>  for information about how
to apply.

Open-Rank Professor in Literacy and Language Education, Education Studies, University of Oregon

Open-Rank Professor in Literacy and Language Education, Education
Studies, University of Oregon (#9282)
Deadline: Initial review of applications will begin January 10, 2010,
applications will be accepted until the search is closed.

Contact: Jerry Rosiek (jrosiek@uoregon.edu <mailto:jrosiek@uoregon.edu>
and 541-912-9333) or Edward Olivos (emolivos@uoregon.edu
<mailto:emolivos@uoregon.edu>  and 541-346-2983)

Website: www.uoregon.edu <http://www.uoregon.edu/>



The Department of Education Studies in the College of Education at the
University of Oregon is seeking to fill an open-rank tenure-track
professor position (with preference for advanced Assistant or Associate
rank candidates) in Language and Literacy Education for Culturally and
Linguistically Diverse Classrooms.  The person selected for this faculty
position may teach in the Department's undergraduate program in
Educational Foundations, master's program in Curriculum and Teaching
leading to licensure with an embedded ESOL endorsement, and Ph.D.
program in Critical and Sociocultural Studies in Education. Additionally
the successful candidate will contribute to the expansion of the
College's outreach programs that provide a reading endorsement and/or
ESOL endorsement to in-service teachers.

The successful candidate will have all of the following:

*         Ph.D. in education or a related field;

*         Demonstrated expertise in literacy curriculum and pedagogy in
K-12 education with an emphasis in one or more of the following areas:
reading comprehension, reading to learn content, critical literacy,
multi-media or new media literacy, literacy and technology, foundations
of literacy education, and/or literacy assessment;

*         Evidence of sustained inquiry on literacy education for
culturally and linguistically diverse classroom populations;

*         Evidence of a commitment to addressing social justice issues
in research on language and literacy education that supports
multi-literacy and multicultural education outcomes;

*         Knowledge of and experience advocating for multiple approaches
to literacy instruction;
Ability to work with students and faculty across a variety of
disciplines;

*         Evidence of ability to conduct a focused program of research
and scholarship appropriate to rank;
Evidence of teaching excellence;

*         Strong writing and communication skills.


Send electronic copies of a letter of application, curriculum vita,
three samples of professional writing, and names, addresses, and
telephone numbers of three references to: edsearch@uoregon.edu with the
subject line: Language and Literacy Search Application.

Director of Foundation Relations, American Indian College Fund

Title: Director of Foundation Relations, American Indian College Fund
Deadline: Position open until filled.

Website: www.collegefund.org <http://www.collegefund.org/>



The American Indian College Fund (the Fund), a national, non-profit
organization headquartered in Denver, Colorado, is seeking a Director of
Foundation Relations. Created in 1989 to support the nation's tribal
colleges, the American Indian College Fund transforms Indian higher
education by funding and creating awareness of the unique,
community-based accredited Tribal Colleges and Universities, offering
students access to knowledge, skills, and cultural values which enhance
their communities and the country as a whole.



This position is responsible for raising a specified amount each year
from foundation donors.  Direct the design and creation of strategies,
proposals and materials to prospect for and approach new and continuing
sources.  Oversee all aspects of internal and external communications.
Direct and oversee all activities of foundations fundraising staff.


Responsibilities Include:


*       Formulate strategies, develop and implement annual plans to
raise funds for scholarships, endowments, general operating support and
program grants from new, current and lapsed donors.  These sources are
primarily from independent, private foundations, and include funders
such as family foundations, trusts and donor advised funds.



*       Direct and oversee department activities and plans for
foundations fundraising staff.  Analyzes interim project activity and
financial reports to determine compliance, progress, and potential
challenges.  Recommends and tracks corrective action with project
grants.

Assistant Dean for Native American Affairs, Director of Native American Cultural Center, Yale University

Title: Assistant Dean for Native American Affairs, Director of Native
American Cultural Center, Yale University (Req# 8572BR)

Deadline: Review of applications to begin January 19, 2010. Three-year,
renewable term appointment.

Website:
http://www.yale.edu/hronline/stars/application/external/index.html
<http://www.yale.edu/hronline/stars/application/external/index.html>



While reporting to the Dean of Student Affairs, provide strategic
direction for the work of the Native-American Cultural Center, and
supervise its daily operation. Serve on committees and lead various
student and academic programs.



Essential duties include but are not limited to:

*         Manage and oversee the Native-American Cultural Center in all
its aspects.



*         Work collaboratively with members of the administration to
define the appropriate identity for the Center and to plan for its
support and nurture; with undergraduates in developing services,
organizing activities and sponsoring events; and with Deans and faculty
in academic and personal advising, counseling and guidance matters.



*         Work with the Dean of Admissions and his staff, and with the
Dean of Freshman Affairs in admitting and aiding integration of
Native-American students into the larger community.



*         Actively work with the Advisory Board to advise and provide
support for the Center and its goals. Develop a long-term strategic plan
for the Center.



*         Oversee the physical facilities of the Center. Hire, train and
supervise student workers. Manage the budget for the Center and assist
in seeking additional sources of support.



*         Work cooperatively with directors of cultural centers and
other organizations to foster intergroup dialogue and enhance
intercultural interactions.



*         Oversee programs in Yale College including serving on
committees, chairing committees, running special projects, and working
for the welfare of all Yale students.

Anticipated start date: Negotiable, but we anticipate July 1, 2010 or
thereafter.

Full Time Proposal Writer/Coordinator, Office of Grant and Research Development at Washington State University

Title: Full Time Proposal Writer/Coordinator, Office of Grant and
Research Development at Washington State University

Deadline: Screening of applications will begin on 12/18/2009.  Position
will remain open until filled.

Website: https://www.wsujobs.com/ <https://www.wsujobs.com/>



Office of Grant and Research Development at Washington State University
- Pullman is seeking a full time Proposal Writer/Coordinator.
Responsible for functioning in a public contact environment by assisting
faculty and staff in the preparation of major sponsored program
proposals to federal and non-federal sponsors. Proposal management and
authoritative guidance will be provided to faculty and staff. Candidates
are required to have a Bachelor's degree in a field relevant to area of
specialization and three (3) years of experience directly related to the
specialty area. Any combination of relevant education and experience may
be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.

Truth and Reconciliation Commission -National Director Positions

Title: Truth and Reconciliation Commission -National Director Positions

Deadline: See website



With the appointment of a new Chair and two Commissioners, the hiring of
a new Executive Director and the establishment of a centralized
headquarters in Winnipeg, MB, the Truth and Reconciliation Commission
(TRC) is moving forward to fulfill its mandate. The primary goals of the
TRC over the next five years are to acknowledge the Indian Residential
School (IRS) experience, impacts and consequences; promote awareness and
public education about the IRS and its impacts and legacy; provide a
holistic, culturally appropriate and safe setting for former students,
their families and communities as they come forward to the TRC; create
and foster understanding, healing and reconciliation through national
and community events as well as statement-taking; and the establishment
of a permanent National Research Centre. As members of the TRC Executive
Management Committee, reporting to the Executive Director, our client is
seeking key individuals for these newly created Director roles:



*         Director of Research, Historical Record and Report Preparation

*         Director of Statement Gathering and National Research Centre

*         Director of Events Planning and Artistic Programming

*         Director of Communications and Community Liaison



For complete position profiles of each of these roles please visit our
website at www.higginsinc.com <http://www.higginsinc.com/> .

Assistant Professor, Adult Education and Community Development

Title: Assistant Professor, Adult Education and Community Development
(Requisition # 0900647)

Deadline: Review of applications begins November 1, 2009; position will
remain open until filled.

The Department of Adult Education and Counseling Psychology, Ontario
Institute for Studies in Education at the University of Toronto invites
applications for a tenure-stream appointment in the field of Adult
Education and Community Development. The appointment will be at the rank
of Assistant Professor and will begin July 1, 2010.


We seek candidates with a research record in the environment, social
economy and community development, a commitment to outstanding graduate
level teaching and experience in adult education, to prepare students in
our graduate program in Adult Education and Community Development.  The
Adult Education and Community Development program at OISE provides a
place to study and contribute in creative and innovative ways to
scholarship, practice, and policy in relation to adult learning in
organizations communities, workplaces, and social movements in local,
national, and international contexts.

We seek a scholar in the area of adult education, with particular
attention to issues of sustainability and the social economy.  Among
other things, the successful candidate is expected to undertake teaching
and research in the areas of sustainability, community development and
social economy organizations.

We encourage you to submit your application online by clicking on the
link below.  If you are unable to apply online (or alternatively have
large documents to send), please submit your application and other
materials to Professor Marilyn Laiken, Chair, Department of Adult
Education and Counseling Psychology, OISE, 252 Bloor Street West,
Toronto, Ontario M5S 1V6, Canada.

For more information about the Ontario Institute for Studies in
Education, please visit http://aecp.oise.utoronto.ca/
http://www.oise.utoronto.ca/oise/ <http://www.oise.utoronto.ca/oise/>
http://www.oise.utoronto.ca/depts/aecp/
<http://www.oise.utoronto.ca/depts/aecp/>

Plant Material Center Manager Vacancy

 

http://jobview.usajobs.gov/GetJob.aspx?JobID=84624355

 

Plant Material Center Manager

 

SALARY RANGE: 79,781.00 - 103,710.00 USD /year This position is being advertised as an interdisciplinary position, selected applicant will be placed in the series for which they educationally qualify	OPEN PERIOD: Monday, November 16, 2009 to Monday, December 14, 2009
SERIES & GRADE: GS-0457 0471 0454 0437 0430-12/12	POSITION INFORMATION: Full-Time  Permanent
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 12	DUTY LOCATIONS:   vacancy(s) in one of the following locations:   1 vacancy - Lockeford, CA
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED:   Applications will be accepted from current and former competitive service Federal employees with status, and people eligible under special hiring authorities.

 

Tuesday, December 1, 2009