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| OAPIA Employment Opportunity: Community Outreach Specialist
The
DC Mayor's Office on Asian and Pacific Islander Affairs (OAPIA) is
looking for a candidate to fill the position of the Community Outreach
Specialist. The deadline for this position has been extended to February
11, 2015. For more information or to apply, please visit here. |
District of Columbia Government Career Opportunities
The
Department of Human Resources (DCHR) is pleased to announce the launch
of Jobscience, a new Applicant Tracking System. The new system will
offer applicants a more enriched experienced by streamlining the
application and recruitment processes, while offering a real-time user
friendly system. Job seekers are required to create a new user
profile in order to apply to career opportunities. DCHR thanks you for
your continued support during the refining of the recruitment process
and invites you to visit the new job board at http://careers.dc.gov. |
DC Water & Sewer Authority and E.E. Cruz & Company, Inc. Local Hiring Event
E.E.
Cruz & Company, Inc. is looking for carpenters, unskilled and
skilled laborers, operators, and mechanics for the Poplar Point Pumping
Station Replacement project. When: Wednesday, February 4, 2015 9:00 am to 2:00 pm Where: DC Water Works Satellite Job Center Anacostia Economic Development Corporation (AEDC) 1800 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave SE Washington, DC 20020 If yuo have any questions regarding this event, please contact E.E. Cruz at dmwlbe@eecruz.com or the DC Water Works Job Center at 202-787-2304. E.E.
Cruz is an equal opportunity employer and follows a policy of
administering all employment decisions without regard to race, gender,
religion, or sexual preference. |
DC Office on Aging (DCOA) Hiring Program Evaluator/Statistician
The
DC Department of Human Resources has posted the position of Program
Evaluator/Statistician, Requisition Number: JO-1412-786 for the District
of Columbia Office on Aging (DCOA). The incumbent initiates and
implements plans to strengthen data collection, data analysis and data
reporting activities of DCOA. Incumbent's primary
responsibilities for DCOA reporting include: ensuring completeness,
accuracy and timeliness. Develops approaches and prepares analytical
reports using SAS and/or SPSS on performance measures, core indicators
and program benchmarks. Conducts program evaluation for various
components of the DCOA, clients' satisfaction surveys and provide
professional development assessments, social and small media activities
and council hearings, including preparing data collection instruments,
keying, analyzing and reporting on evaluation data. Prepares
comprehensive annual DCOA data analysis report of program results and
disseminates results in a wide range of venues including publications,
dashboards, summaries and special reports for DCOA, its stakeholders,
our government liaisons and sister agencies and members of the public. For complete details or to apply visit www.dchr.dc.gov and click employment opportunities. |
The Washington Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) is Recruiting Bilingual Police Officers
The
Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) is looking for individuals who are
problem-solvers, who enjoy working with others in all types of settings
and circumstances, and ultimately, people who want to make a difference
in the lives of others. MPD offers a very competitive starting salary,
with police officers who are certified as fluent in any language other
than English receiving additional pay, as well as a plethora of
benefits. So if you think you have what it takes to be a part of one of
the top police departments in the country, apply today! According
to the Census Bureau figures, the Washington, D.C. population is
growing at its fastest pace in decades. As our Asian American and
Pacific Islander community also continues to grow, the need for new
police officers who are bilingual increases. MPD is therefore reaching
out to all of our ethnic communities as we expand to meet the changing
needs of our city. In Fiscal Year 2014 and beyond, MPD will be hiring
approximately 300 new police officers annually. To find out more
about MPD police officer careers, call the Recruiting Division toll free
at 1-800-994-MPDC (6732), or if you are in the Washington area at (202)
645-0445. The office is located at 101 M Street Southwest, Washington,
D.C. 20024. MPD invites you to please visit the website for more
detailed information on this exciting career opportunity. For more information, or to apply, please visit: http://mpdc.dc.gov/page/join-metropolitan-police-departmenthttp://mpdc.dc.gov/page/salary-and-benefitshttp://mpdc.dc.gov/page/police-officer-selection-process |
DC Department of Employment Services (DOES) Resources
The District of Columbia Department of Employment Services (DOES) was created to develop "Jobs for People and People for Jobs." DOES provides job-seekers with a number of employment opportunities through its American Job Centers.
Each center provides career counseling, career planning, resume
assistance, direct job placement, classroom and on-the-job training,
access to America's Job Bank (both online and via the phone),
information about local and national labor markets, unemployment
compensation and much more. DOES also offers Project Empowerment,
a transitional employment program that provides job readiness training
and subsidized employment to District residents. Participants attend an
intensive three-week training course and are then placed in a subsidized
employment opportunity for up to six months, all while working towards
securing permanent, unsubsidized employment. |
Asian/Pacific Islander Domestic Violence Resource Project (DVRP) Employment Opportunity
Outreach and Training CoordinatorThe
Outreach and Training Coordinator is a full-time, non-exempt position,
reporting to the Executive Director (ED). The Outreach and Training
Coordinator assists the ED with the implementation of the Community
Outreach and the Training and Technical Assistance Programs. This position requires some work on weekends and evenings. Application Process: Please email resume, cover letter, salary requirements, and at least 3 references to hr@dvrp.org or fiona@dvrp.org. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. DVRP
is committed to equal opportunity in employment and, in accordance with
the District of Columbia Human Rights Act of 1977, as amended, does not
discriminate on the basis of "race, color, religion, national origin,
sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation,
gender identity, family responsibilities, matriculation, political
affiliation, genetic information, disability, source of income, and
place of residence or business. For more information about these positions, please visit here. |
Asian & Pacific Islander American Vote (APIAVote) is Hiring: Communication & Development Associate
COMMUNICATION AND DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE: APIAVote
is hiring for a candidate who is detailed oriented and has some
experience in communications and fundraising. This is a full time
permanent position with a competitive compensation and benefits package. LOCATION: For immediate hire in Washington, DC. APPLICATION DEADLINE: February 13, 2015 or until filled APPLICATION
PROCESS: Please email your resume and cover letter by February 13, 2015
and explain why you are a good fit for the position you are seeking to
fill and other attachments to jobs@apiavote.org.
APIAVote is an equal opportunity employer; women, minorities, and
people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For more information
on APIAVote, please go to www.APIAVote.org. For a list of responsibilities, requirements, and qualifications pertaining to this job position, please visit here. |
Veritiss Employment Opportunities
Job Title: Dot Net Developer Employment Type: Full Time Location: Washington, DC, US Apply URL: https://veritiss.applicantpro.com/jobs/171526.htmlJob Description: Veritiss
LLC is looking for an experienced Mid-Level Dot Net Developer. The
successful candidate will support our government customer on site. The
position supports and develops .NET C# web application interfaces, in a
Microsoft environment for USDA's Farm Service Agency and is not limited
to the following: Guides design and implementation of software
based on requirements documentation and business analysis Creates and
maintains C# code using MS tools such as MS Visual Studio, MS SQL Server
Studio, Visual Source Safe and Subversion Participates in Stakeholder
meetings to resolve technical issues and design conflicts Participates
in team strategy meetings to resolve environmental technical constraints
and policy decisions. Job Title: Research Analyst Employment Type: Full Time Location: Washington, DC, US Apply URL: https://veritiss.applicantpro.com/jobs/176346.htmlJob Description: Veritiss
LLC is looking for an experienced Research Analyst to support one of
our premier customers in the Washington, DC area. This position is
located at the Washington, DC Navy Yard. Responsibilities include but
are not limited to the following: Develop, and run reports and
perform analyses using the customer's internal data system, HRLink,
standard reports and tools; generate functional requirements in support
of EEO, Diversity and related reports and interface with the OCHR HR
Analytics Division on any additional reports or data not available via
access to HRLink. For consideration and to find out more information about these positions please visit the career page at http://veritiss.applicantpro.com/jobs/ |
2015 Mayor Marion S. Barry Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP)
The Mayor Marion S. Barry Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP)
is a locally funded initiative sponsored by the Department of
Employment Services (DOES) that provides District youth ages 14 to 21
with enriching and constructive summer work experiences through
subsidized placements in the private and government sectors. Mayor
Bowser signed the Mayor's Order 2015-037 on January 14, 2015 to rename
the program the Mayor Marion S. Barry Summer Youth Employment Program in
honor of former Mayor and SYEP founder Marion Barry. Through SYEP, DOES strives to provide young people with the opportunity to: - Earn money and gain meaningful work experience;
- Learn and develop the skills, attitudes, and commitment necessary to succeed in today's world of work;
- Gain exposure to various exciting career industries; and
- Interact with dynamic working professionals in a positive work environment.
Though
SYEP is a short-term employment and training program, the goal is to
introduce our youth to employers who will positively impact their
futures. Employers in the Washington, DC metropolitan area make
this annual program possible by volunteering to serve as Host Employers
and providing structured job opportunities for youth during the summer. Program DatesThis year, SYEP will start on Monday, June 29, 2015 and will end on Friday, August 7, 2015. The
six-week program will consist of 29 days of work (Friday, July 3, 2015
is observed as a holiday and youth will not be paid for this day). Program CapacityThis
year, SYEP will provide jobs for District youth between the ages of
14-21 years old, who apply prior to the deadline and complete necessary
registration requirements. For more information or to register as a host employer or youth participant, please visit here. |
Applications Open for OCA 2015 Spring and Summer Internships OCA
- Asian Pacific American Advocates, a national membership-driven
organization dedicated to advancing the political, social, and economic
well-being of Asian Pacific Americans (APAs), opens applications for its
2015 Spring and Summer Internship Program. As OCA continues to
celebrate the 25th Year Anniversary of its Internship Program, OCA
invites student advocates from all across the nation to apply for the
opportunity to be engaged in advocacy and professional development
through a national organization. OCA interns are placed in a
full-time job and are assigned to a variety of positions in federal
agencies, nonprofit organizations, congressional offices, and in public
affairs units of corporations in the Washington, D.C. metro area.
Placements of the interns are based on individual background, interest,
and skill level. Past program participants have gained working
experience and exposure to advocacy efforts that have allowed them to
return home and take on more active roles in their local communities. Candidates
should be recent graduates, juniors or seniors from two-year and
four-year institutions. Interns are provided a living stipend of $2,500
dollars for the 10-week program in both the spring and summer. Spring InternshipThe
Spring Internship program will begin on March 23, 2015 and run through
May 29, 2015. All applicants must be able to work between 34-40 hours
per week and be present for the duration of the 10-week program.Click here
to directly access the on-line application. Applications and support
materials must be submitted by Friday, February 27, 2015; 11:00 PM EST. Summer InternshipThe
Summer Internship program will begin on June 8, 2015 and run through
August 14, 2015. All applicants must be able to work between 34-40 hours
per week and be present for the duration of the 10-week program. Click here
to directly access the online application. Applications and support
materials must be submitted by Friday, February 27, 2015; 11:00 PM EST.For more information on the OCA Internship Program as well as the application, visit OCA's website at www.ocanational.org and click the 'Internship' tab under 'Programs Section.' |
Volunteers Needed for OAPIA Language Bank  The
Mayor's Office on Asian and Pacific Islander Affairs initiative is a
Language Bank that will connect volunteers with Asian language abilities
with District Agencies. The purpose of this Language Bank is to
supplement the efforts of Agencies in providing language services. When
and while professional services are being procured there are often
language services that need to still be addressed. The Language Bank is
one way this gap can be fulfilled. HOW IT WORKSOAPIA
will solicit and maintain a database of individuals who express
interest in providing their language skill to the District. The
individuals will self-identify their language qualifications. District
Agencies will register with OAPIA in order to have access to the
database. Once registered, they will be able to submit Jobs to OAPIA who
will send the jobs out to the list of registered volunteers. If there
is a match, OAPIA will connect the two parties and the Agency can
provide additional details and logistics as needed. FOR VOLUNTEERS - http://goo.gl/sxyuEtIndividuals
who have a language specialty interested in volunteering their time
will complete a registration and language self-assessment questionnaire
with OAPIA. If a volunteer find an assignment they are interested in,
OAPIA will make the connection by only providing the name and email or
phone of the volunteer. All other information will not be shared and be
protected by OAPIA. |
Many Languages One Voice (MLOV) Seeks Candidates for its Board of Directors Many
Languages One Voice (MLOV) is inviting applications from committed and
passionate individuals for its Board of Directors. MLOV's mission is to
foster leadership and facilitate community-led initiatives to increase
the meaningful inclusion and civic participation of people in the
District of Columbia who do not speak English as their primary language.
MLOV approaches this by using uniquely integrated strategies that raise
awareness of, educate, consult with, advocate for, and organize around
the rights of the District's limited and non-English speakers. About the MLOV Board MLOV
is committed to maintaining a Board of Directors that reflects the full
diversity and vibrancy of the District's ethnic communities. This is an
exciting time for MLOV as it looks forward to developing a new
strategic plan, strengthens its programs, and expands its network of
supporters. Individuals with knowledge and expertise in the areas of
community organizing, advocacy, fundraising/development, communications,
and financial governance are especially needed for the MLOV Board of
Directors. Experience with LEP/NEP communities in DC is desirable. Among the expectations for Board Directors are the following: - The
MLOV Board of Directors meets approximately monthly at MLOV's
headquarters, 3166 Mt. Pleasant St., NW. It is expected that Directors
will attend all board meetings and at least 2 organizational events per
year.
- Directors serve two-year terms, with multiple terms possible by mutual agreement.
- Directors agree to make a financial contribution and to help raise funds each year.
- Directors sign and adhere to a Conflict of Interest policy.
MLOV
incorporated in December 2010 and acquired its 501(c)(3) status in
January 2012. The MLOV Board plays a crucial role in governance,
fundraising, strategic planning, and supporting administrative and
financial matters of the organization. Visit the MLOV website ( www.mlovdc.org) for more information about programs and initiatives. For more information or to apply, please visit here. |
2015 Conference on Asian Pacific American Leadership (CAPAL) Legal Counsel Position  The
Conference on Asian Pacific American Leadership (CAPAL), a national
non-profit organization consisting of a 20-member Board of Directors,
Advisory Council, and two full-time staff, announces an unpaid Public
Interest Legal Counsel position for the 2015 calendar year. CAPAL is
dedicated to building leadership and public policy knowledge within the
Asian Pacific American community. Its mission is to promote APA
interests and success in public service careers, to provide information
and education on policy issues affecting the APA community, and to serve
the APA community at large. DescriptionThe
CAPAL Public Interest Legal Counsel will work under the Board of
Directors, reporting directly to the Board Chair, to perform the
following tasks: - Ensure that CAPAL is operating in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
- Review legal and contractual agreements.
- Perform official filings, including filings to maintain 501(c)(3) status, in coordination with the Treasurer.
- Advise the Board of Directors on other legal issues, as applicable.
This
is an unpaid position. Candidates based in the Washington D.C. area are
preferred, but strong candidates who can work remotely will be
considered. The estimated time commitment is approximately five hours a
month, and is largely calculated on an adhoc basis. Attendance at
monthly board meetings is voluntary. QualificationsJ.D.
required. Candidates with a demonstrated commitment to public service,
including service to the Asian Pacific American community, are strongly
preferred. Experience with non-profit organizations is also preferred.
Additionally, candidates must serve a one year term. Additional InformationThe application deadline is Friday, February 6, 2015. Please send any questions to applications@capal.org. Only COMPLETE applications will be considered. For additional information or to apply, please visit here. |
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