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Progressive New York City Democrat seeks strong writer with political savvy for active press office. Successful applicant will manage all press inquiries, write op-eds, releases and oversee community newsletter. Experience working with community press a plus. Position may be based in Washington or New York , depending on experience.

Please email resume, salary requirements and 2 writing samples to ResumeNY@mail.house.gov. No phone calls or walk-ins please.

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Biro Creative is hiring a full-time Print/Web Designer to help meet the needs of our growing slate of progressive, values-based clients.

That’s right, picture yourself working in a character office in beautiful downtown Vancouver, BC with a fabulous team. The firm is young, small and tons of fun. The work is creative, challenging and energy-filled. Everyday you’ll be designing mission-critical work for an inspiring mix of high profile, values-based clients, such as Greenpeace, the United Nations Foundation, Rivers Without Borders and the Canadian Federation of Students.
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Biro Creative is hiring a full-time Web/Flash developer to help meet the needs of our growing slate of progressive, values-based clients.

That’s right, picture yourself working in a character office in beautiful downtown Vancouver, BC with a fabulous team. The firm is young, small and tons of fun. The work is creative, challenging and energy-filled. Everyday you’ll be doing mission-critical work for an inspiring mix of high profile, values-based clients, such as Greenpeace, the United Nations Foundation, Rivers Without Borders and the Canadian Federation of Students.
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Northeast freshman Democrat seeks organized and highly motivated Legislative Correspondent for intense mail operation. Responsibilities include writing constituent letters and managing the mail/constituent database. LC is also partly responsible for supervising interns. Excellent writing skills and hill experience required. Familiarity with IQ preferred. Salary is commensurate with experience – likely in the low 30s. Please send resume and cover letter to LCposition@gmail.com.

Moderate Southern California Democrat seeks experienced Executive Assistant/Scheduler for fast-paced DC office. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, dedicated, creative, and familiar with the rhythms and nuances of the House. Familiarity with Southern California is preferred, but familiarity with DC is essential. This is a senior position requiring a close working relationship with the Member. Please fax resume and cover letter to 202-226-5090.

Organization Description: The Center for Economic and Policy Research (CEPR) was established in 1999 to promote democratic debate on the most important economic and social issues that affect people’s lives. It is an independent nonpartisan think tank based in Washington, DC. CEPR functions as an economic “truth squad,” conducting professional
research and getting it out to the media, policy-makers, and advocates.

Job Description: The Program Assistant is responsible for a variety of important duties within the organization. He/She will play a lead role in daily tasks, such as designing and maintaining content on the CEPR website, and conducting Nexis searches or web searches for information as requested by research staff. He/She will also prepare documents for publication which includes proofreading and formatting papers, letters, columns, and press releases for publication on the CEPR website and other media. The Program Assistant will serve as an email list manager which entails: formatting messages for mailing through listservs, handling all requests from subscribers, and updating subscriber databases. The job will involve managing and maintaining databases as needed. The Program Assistant will assist CEPR staff in fundraising and development activities, such as editing and preparing grant proposals and reports, processing donations, and maintaining fundraising files as needed. He/She will also assist in arranging meetings or conferences, serve as a back-up to the office
manager, and perform other miscellaneous duties as required.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent background. Experience with website content management systems, email blasting programs, publication layout/design, and word processing, spreadsheet, and database software preferred. Ability to handle multiple projects in fast-paced environment, ability to work independently and with team, good written and verbal communication skills, strong attention to detail, and sense of humor necessary.

Salary & Benefits: CEPR offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package. This position will be represented by the International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers, Local #70, AFL-CIO.

Closing Date of Position: June 11, 2007

To Apply: Send resume, cover letter and salary requirement via e-mail to Program Assistant Search Committee at jobs2007@cepr.net. No telephone calls or faxes please.

The Center for Economic and Policy Research is an equal opportunity employer that considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any legally protected status.

Fair Wisconsin and the Fair Wisconsin Education Fund are non-profits that work to protect and advance the rights of LGBT Wisconsinites.

Position Responsibilities:

Fair Wisconsin/EF seeks a Development Director to work with the leadership team to advance the educational, legislative and electoral goals of Fair Wisconsin. Fair Wisconsin has an aggressive, multi-tiered 2007 budget and this position would work to ensure goals are met. The Development Director would:

• Write and monitor all fundraising budgets
• Identify, target and develop solicitation strategies for new and existing major donors
• Directly solicit major donors through calls and in-person meetings
• Write all grant applications and follow up reports
• Work with the Development Assistant to ensure database and other fundraising systems operate appropriately
• Develop and implement a house party program
• Produce all major events including developing event income and expense budgets, recruiting and managing host committees and creating all marketing concepts
• Write all direct mail solicitations and ensure their timely delivery
• Maintain relationships with in-state and national organizations, political action committee and grant funders as well as manage all solicitation strategies
• Work with Executive Director to ensure call time is scheduled, managed and productive
• Complete research on major donor prospects and manage the prospecting system
• Manage Development Staff
• Serve as member of Senior Staff and be responsible for day to day management of the organization

Position Qualifications:

• A minimum of 3-5 years of fundraising experience in non-profits or campaigns required. Must have experience directly soliciting major donors for gifts.
• Proficiency in database management, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook) required.
• Familiarity with HTML is helpful as is with the fundraising software NGP.
• Past experience working with c3 and c4 and knowledge of legal distinctions helpful.
• Excellent writing, research, editing and oral communication skills and must be able to prioritize and perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and commitment to high quality and timely work product required.
• Experience in public speaking and the ability to represent the organization publicly.

Salary is competitive. Comprehensive health, dental and vision care provided. To apply for this position please send a resume and cover letter to info@fairwisconsin.com. Applications accepted until position is filled. No phone calls please.

POSITION SUMMARY
The Information Technology Specialist will oversee the daily technology infrastructure and user needs for a New York State Democratic legislative/political entity, as well as develop and carry out a strategic technology plan.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
-Information Technology Infrastructure Support: Provide hands-on support of desktops, network servers/routers/switches/hubs/cables and peripheral devices, both in-person and remotely. Support activities would include hardware installation, e-mail system maintenance, software installation/upgrades, data backup & recovery and problem diagnosis/resolution.
-Technology Procurement/Implementation: Provide strategic advice for acquiring and maintaining cost-effective roster of desktop and laptop PCs and other technology, working within assigned budgetary restraints.
-Vendor Management: Perform vendor management services for all technology product/service providers including hardware/software/services procurement, license management, invoice review/approval and contract administration (monitoring and review of expiration/renewal milestones).
-Project Management: Perform periodic technology project management tasks including work plan development, resource planning, progress reporting, scope/change management, issue
tracking/escalation/resolution, status reporting and post-mortem reviews.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS
-College degree with detailed/hands-on IT support and project management experience.
-Extensive experience with Windows Server 2000/2003 (IIS, DNS, DHCP), Microsoft Windows desktop operating systems (Vista/XP/Windows 2000),
and the Microsoft Office product suite.
-Excellent written and oral communication skills.
-Programming (Java, Perl, PHP, HTML, AJAX), Microsoft Project administration, Sonicwall firewall and vendor management experience a plus.
-Governmental or political experience preferred, but not essential.

How to Apply:
If you are interested in applying for this position, please send your cover letter and resume to ITspecialistNY@gmail.com or fax to 212-298-5610 attn: IT Jobs.

Washington, DC based Democratic fundraising and campaign management firm seeks ambitious employee to support and manage contracts with Democratic Congressional Representatives, including Democratic Leadership and Members of the Congressional Black Caucus and Congressional Hispanic Caucus. Other clients include Leadership PACs,
candidates for political office, and 501c(3) organizations.

Political experience necessary, campaign finance and fundraising experience strongly desired. Candidate should be familiar with FEC rules and regulations, possess a high attention to detail and strong organization skills. Creative team players who desire opportunity to work on special projects from concept to launch are encouraged to apply. Responsibilities will include administrative, research and consultancy tasks such as: general office duties, managing call time, direct mail, event planning, scheduling, strategic planning, donor
research/cultivation/solicitation, PAC fundraising.

Strong client relations skills, good humour and strong work ethic required. Proficiency in internet research MS Word, Excel, and Access based databases required. Position offers strong benefits including, health, PTO and retirement plan. Salary commensurate with experience. Please send your resume to lwy.pdg@gmail.com.

Women and minorities encouraged to apply. EOE.

Blue Dog Democrat seeks friendly, organized, and highly motivated individual for Staff Assistant position with strong writing skills. Responsibilities include front office management; responding to constituent inquiries such as tours, flags, and other general information; mail management; writing constituent correspondence; and assisting with other staff projects as delegated. Staff Assistant will also be responsible for system administrator duties. Ties to Louisiana are a plus. Salary is commensurate with experience. Please send resume to GCresume@mail.house.gov with subject line: STAFF ASSISTANT. No walk-ins, phone calls or faxes, please.