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Accounting Clerk--SFDS DEVELOPMENT CORP--Large affordable housing company looking for experienced A/R-A/P Clerk. Tasks: maintain A/R Ledger; work with accountant on A/P; prepare, enter, post, reconcile invoices, resolve A/R issues, prepare aging report, place billing/collection calls, maintain cash receipts journal, update/reconcile sub-ledger to G/L. Work closely with PM and maintenance staff. BS in business or accounting preferred. Experience with govt. agencies (HUD, Section 8, NYCHA) a plus. 2+ years of experience in an accounting-related job and with property management software Competitive salary and benefits package. Send resumes and cover letters to abramsons@lottcdc.org

Associate Executive Director for Program and Public Affairs--Multi-issue Child Advocacy Organization--ASSOCIATE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR FOR PROGRAM AND PUBLIC AFFAIRS Citizens' Committee for Children of New York Inc. (CCC) is a 64 year-old non-profit, child advocacy organization that works to improve the quality of life for New York City children. CCC's work environment is dynamic and fast-paced. Our unique approach to research, community education, and advocacy is fact-based and relies upon a partnership between Board and Advocacy Council members and our professional staff. We seek a full time Associate Executive Director of Program and Public Affairs. Responsibilities: * Developing with Board of Directors and staff, CCC's program and policy priorities and annual strategic action plan (or workplan) that ties together all program and public affairs functions of the organization. * Managing program and public affairs staffs that are responsible for policy research, budget and legislative analysis, and government and public relations functions of the organization. * Program management responsibilities include: overseeing and guiding content development including scope of research projects, literature reviews, survey development, data collection and analysis, and development of findings and recommendations undertaken by program staff. * Public Affairs management responsibilities include: overseeing and guiding advocacy and public education activities targeted to New Yorkers, state and local elected and appointed officials, as well as issue-based coalitions/networks undertaken by public affairs staff. * Organizing and overseeing the strategic use of data to inform product development including: policy reports, e-action campaigns, newsletters, testimony; budget and legislative analysis and advocacy materials, correspondence with city and state officials, and press releases. * Staffing quarterly meetings of the program and public affairs committees of the Board of Directors to report on status of program and public affairs work (including but not limited to research, advocacy and public education activities, work plan development and evaluation). QUALIFICATIONS: * Highly motivated self-starter with capacity to multi-task in a fast paced work environment. * Solid knowledge of state and local government (budgetary and legislative process, as well as policy, programs and funding structures). * Strong interpersonal, writing and communications skills. * Experienced professional with a track record of policy, budgetary or legislative successes. Education: * Master's Degree or equivalent in related field of public policy, law or urban planning. Experience: Requires minimum of seven years of related and/or applicable experience. Must have knowledge of and demonstrated commitment to child and family issues. Must reside in New York City Salary Range: Commensurate with experience. Competitive benefit package. Reference Required: Provide three references, a writing sample, and salary history. Submit resumes to: Lorraine Tate Executive Assistant Citizens' Committee for Children of New York, Inc. 105 East 22nd Street, 7th Fl. New York, NY 10010 ltate@cccnewyork.org Citizens' Committee for Children is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, or disabling condition.

BOOKKEEPER--Addicts Rehabilitation Center, Inc.--We are a not-for-profit drug rehabilitation center located in Harlem seeking a professional to perform the following: Client Account Analysis and reconciliation; Record Journal Entries into the GL. Interested candidates should have at least 2 years experience in a similar role; strong bookkeeping, analytical and communication skills, proven track record of meeting deadlines and managing multiple tasks; strong computer use of Excel and MSWord is desired; at least Bachelor Degree SALARY/RATE: $32-36K per year We offer a unique working environment, helping people in the community and would like you to be part of our expanding team. Please send or fax your resume and salary requirement in confidence: Fiscal Dept., 2015 Madison Avenue, NY, NY 10035 or Fax 212-427-3751

BUSINESS OFFICE INTERN, WINTER--City Futures--Join one of New York City's most exciting non-profits, City Futures, an organization devoted to rethinking, reframing and improving the debate around cities. City Futures comprises City Limits, an urban affairs news magazine that has explored the issues that matter to New York City neighborhoods for almost 30 years and Center for an Urban Future, a think tank that fuses journalistic reporting techniques with traditional policy analysis to produce in-depth reports and workable policy solutions on the critical issues facing cities. Business Office Interns will work closely with the Director of Business Affairs and the Executive Director to streamline the daily operations of this ever-evolving organization. Specific duties include marketing and distribution research, preparing promotional materials, filing, and database maintenance. Candidates must be able to pay great attention to detail. Proficient in Microsoft Word. Excel and Access a plus. 10-15hrs/week. This is an unpaid position, but can be used for credit. Find out more about the organization at www.citylimits.org and www.nycfuture.org. Please send a cover letter and resume via mail to: City Futures Business Internship, 120 Wall Street 20th Floor New York NY 10005 or Intern@citylimits.org.

CASE MANAGEMENT--H.E.L.P. Project Samaritan/COBRA--Project Samaritan AIDS Services is looking to fill F/T positions. Our COBRA case management teams are comprised of Case Manager (CM) and Case Manager Technician (CMT). CMTs must have an AAS; and CMs must have a BA or several years experience in the social service field. Candidates must understand the needs of individuals living w/ HIV/AIDS & Chemical Dependency. If interested, please send resumes & cover letters to mrosario@projectsamaritan.org or fax to 718-299-0260.

COMMUNITY COORDINATOR--VISIONS/Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired--VISIONS Community Coordinator plans, organizes, implements outreach, community organizing and fundraising to benefit blind and visually impaired individuals in New York City. Requirements: BA/BS degree. Three to Five years experience. Good writing, verbal, interpersonal and ability to work a flexible schedule. Consent to a background investigation. Bilingual preferred. Salary: Commensurate with experience. Send resume with cover letter to Antoinette Emers via email aemers@visionsvcb.org or fax 212-219-4078. VISIONS is an equal opportunity employer.

COMPTROLLER--Five Towns Community Center,Inc.--The Five Towns Community Center, Inc. is seeking a full-time Financial Comptroller/Budget Director with a CPA to provide financial leadership for the organzation and is responsible for regulatory compliance with all funding sources and agencies we interface with. Must be knowledable of A-133 and A-128 regulations and budget compliance. Please send cover letter and resume to dlipman@fivetownsmail.org

COURT REPORT WRITER--The Fortune Society--Court Report Writer The Fortune Society, a non-profit organization serving formerly incarcerated and at risk youth, is seeking a Court Report Writer for its Court Advocacy dept. The position entails the following: • Interact with case managers to develop accurate reports for clients of felony offender program • Develop and edit court reports constructing narratives detailing clients' progress or lack thereof, and involvement in the program and other documents for the Courts • Ensure accuracy of report appendices outlining clients' attendance and toxicology statistics For further information please refer to The Fortune Society website www.fortunesociety.org. Please send or fax your resume and cover letter ASAP to: The Fortune Society, 53 West 23rd St., NY,NY 10010, ATT: Human Resources Dept. FAX 212-633-8456. Copies of resumes and cover letter can be sent by e-mail jobs@fortunesociety.org.

DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF PLANNING, DESIGN AND CAPITAL PROJECTS--Greater Jamaica Development Corporation--Deputy Director of Planning, Design and Capital Projects Greater Jamaica Development Corporation, a community-building organization that plans, promotes, coordinates and advances responsible development to revitalize Jamaica, Queens and strengthen the New York region, is seeking a Deputy Director of Planning, Design and Capital Projects. GJDC is working in a vibrant community recently rezoned and surrounding a major transit hub which is primed for redevelopment. The position offers the opportunity of long-term involvement in the development of this community and extraordinary career growth. The current scope includes several significant infrastructure improvements, pedestrianization and quality of life enhancements, historic preservation, and residential and commercial development. The Deputy Director will work as part of a team that includes planners, lawyers, and real estate experts; he/she will focus primarily on the formulation of projects, grant writing, management of government contracts, consultant procurement and supervision, and construction bidding. The applicant must have a minimum of 5 years in planning, urban design, and architecture or grant management experience. An advanced degree is preferred. The salary range is between $80,000 and $110,000, depending on qualifications. If interested, please email Ann Thornton at athornton@gjdc.org.

DISCHARGE PLANNER--The Fortune Society--Discharge Planner The Fortune Society, a non-profit organization serving formerly incarcerated and at risk youth, is seeking a Discharge planner for its RIDE program. The RIDE program is a program that works directly with city sentenced individuals being released from Rikers Island. The Discharge Planner will be working primarily from Rikers Island and on 23rd Street as needed. The position entails the following: • The Discharge Planner will be responsible for ensuring continuity of services for these individuals in need of transitional services. • Assess needs and provide referrals for pre-release inmates • Conduct interviews in the correctional facilities and develop a discharge plan • Obtain and prepare the necessary documents to enable pre-release inmates to obtain entitlements soon after their release For further information please refer to The Fortune Society website www.fortunesociety.org. Please send or fax your resume and cover letter ASAP to: The Fortune Society, 53 West 23rd St., NY,NY 10010, ATT: Human Resources Dept. FAX 212-633-8456. Copies of resumes and cover letter can be sent by e-mail jobs@fortunesociety.org.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR--Columba Kavanagh House--Columba Kavanagh House (CKH) seeks visionary and strategic Executive Director who will lead the organization to new levels of success. CKH has been providing permanent housing and supportive social services since 1990 and is comprised of three SRO facilities that provide permanent supportive housing for homeless single adults who have a history of substance abuse and/or mental illness and require social services for independent living. The successful Executive Director will have proven leadership experience in a mission-driven values-based organization. This leader will provide vision, strategic direction, increased visibility, and be able to expand on the current sources of funding. Candidates should have an MBA, or equivalent with strong budgeting, financial, and contracts management and at least ten years senior management experience in low-income housing. Columba Kavanagh House is an equal opportunity employer. Interested candidates should send their resume, cover letters and salary requirements by January 4, 2008 to: CKH Search Committee c/o Katharine Harris Support Center for Nonprofit Management 305 Seventh Ave, 11th Floor New York NY 10001 kharris@supportcenteronline.org or fax 212-924-9544

FAMILY SPECIALIST--Berkshire Farm Center and Services for Youth--Provide intensive community based clinical services as a part of the multi-disciplinary team that include: strength-based assessment; treatment planning & coordination; individual, group & family treatment; liaison work w/client support systems, incl. social service programs & community providers. Some evening & w/end hrs. Qualifications: MSW/MA pref. BA w/min. 2 yrs. exp. working w/adolescents & families. Valid driver's license, auto & auto ins. req. Bi-lingual Spanish pref. Send resume and cover letter to sgainey@berkshirefarm.org or fax 518-781-3738.

FELLOWSHIP COORDINATOR--Manhattan Borough President Scott Stringer's Office--Manhattan Borough President Scott Stringer seeks to immediately hire a part-time (15 hours per week, although this may be expanded if necessary) coordinator of its Community Planning Fellowship Program. The Fellowship Coordinator is the general administrator of the program and reports directly to the Director of Land Use, Planning and Development. The duration of the position is approximately 5 months (mid-January through May). The position may be extended to cover the next academic year. Qual: At least a Bachelor's degree; excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills; able to work independently on multiple tasks; familiarity with urban planning and New York City government preferred. PhD candidates in relevant fields (urban planning, urban and public policy, urban sociology, urban anthropology, etc.) are encouraged to apply. Salary is approximately $20/hour, commensurate with experience. For a detailed description of this position and the job requirements please visit: http://mbpo.org/free_details.asp?id=107. Interested candidates should email cover letter and resume to RKirmani@manhattanbp.org.

HEALTH EDUCATOR--HAF--Provides one on one counseling for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Questioning (LGBTQ) Latinos and also Latinos living with HIV and AIDS. We have positions available in our Queens and Bronx sites. For more information and to apply, please visit: www.hafnyc.org/jobs

LEAD COMMUNITY & TENANT ORGANIZER--Pratt Area Community Council--• Establish a network of residents and active tenant associations to work on issues facing tenants in the community • Provide guidance, task management and support for the Community Organizing Department • Oversee advocacy to preserve and protect Section 8 housing and at risk affordable housing • Advise at-risk tenants through counseling, education, and housing court advocacy • Develop community educational literature and programs • Prepare written reports as required • Develop a media and political strategy for the preservation of affordable housing • Collaborate with other local and city-wide organizations • Ability to relate to and motivate people from diverse backgrounds • Commitment to social change and community empowerment • Minimum of 4 years organizing experience, with at least 2 year of supervisory experience • Bachelors Degree Fax 718 522-2604 lorraine_belasco@prattarea.org

LEAD COMMUNITY ORGANIZER, EDUCATION REFORM--New Settlement Apartments--DESCRIPTION: New Settlement Apartments, a housing and community-building organization in the SW Bronx, seeks an experienced organizer to lead the Parent Action Committee (PAC) an innovative grassroots education organizing project led by parents in our low-income community, focused on the systemic improvement of public schools. The lead organizer will provide strategic thinking and help develop winnable organizing campaigns, work with staff of 2 organizers and 1 intern, support coalition and alliance building and work with a grant writer on fund development. Formed by a small group in 1997, PAC has grown to include several hundred parent members and a wide base of supporters and colleagues. REQUIREMENTS: At least 3 years as full-time staff organizer in progressive social-change organization. Experience in leadership development, skills training and popular education, staff management, supervision and coalition work. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Preferred: M.S.W.or advanced degree. Knowledge of NYC public schools. English/Spanish bilingual skills. SALARY AND BENEFITS: $40,000-$45,000, depending on experience. Comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k). TO APPLY: Send cover letter, résumé and list of three references to PAC Lead Organizer Search, New Settlement Apts., 1512 Townsend Ave., Bronx, NY, edorg@newsettlement.org. EEO/AA. More info: www.idealist.org: "new settlement apartments."

OFFICE MANAGER, COLLEGE ACCESS CENTER--New Settlement Apartments--DESCRIPTION: Sole administrative support to the education staff of a community-based center that provides workshops and one-to-one counseling to residents of our Southwest Bronx neighborhood, with the goal of assisting youth in overcoming barriers to higher education, staying on track through high school & taking the steps necessary to gain admission to college. DUTIES: Support day-to-day operations; serve as receptionist; provide referrals and orientation; secretarial and admin.-asst. duties; maintain resource library; data entry and reports; maintain the program records and calendar. REQUIREMENTS: College experience (degree preferred); related office experience; proficiency in MS Office, including MSW, XLS, Access and Publisher, and internet communications. Bilingual Spanish and English. Salary: $24,000-$27,000, depending on experience, with comprehensive benefits. Hours: 10a-6p, M-F. TO APPLY: Send letter, resume and list of three references to CAC Office Manager Search, New Settlement College Access Center, 1563 Walton Ave., Bronx, NY 10452. Email: nsajobs@aol.com. More info: see www.idealist.org, "New Settlement Apartments."

POLICY ANALYST--NYC Comptroller's Office--The NYC Office of the Comptroller seeks a Policy Analyst to conduct research and analysis on public policy issues facing New York City, focusing on economic development. Experience in governmental programs and policy analysis with a demonstrated ability to research and analyze data essential. See www.comptroller.nyc.gov and click Jobs tab on left side of page and scroll to position for full details. EEO-M/F/H/V.

POLICY RESEARCH INTERN, SPRING 2008--Center for an Urban Future--The Center seeks an intern with experience in journalism or public policy research to assist staff in researching a variety of issues impacting New York City, primarily on studies related to economic development and workforce development. Responsibilities include extensive phone interviews, Web research, attending policy meetings and writing. Other duties include coordinating meetings with government officials and assisting on all reports. Intern must be able to commit to at least 20 hours a week. This is an unpaid internship. To apply, send resume and cover letter to intern@nycfuture.org.

SOCIAL WORKER--HAF--This position provides supportive counseling to Latino individuals, groups and families affected by HIV/AIDS. Position requires a Master's in Social Work plus experience providing counseling services to people living with HIV. For more information and to apply, please visit: http://www.hafnyc.org/jobs

UNION CAMPAIGN RESEARCHER--UNITE HERE--UNITE HERE is recruiting Research Analysts and Senior Research Analysts (with International Union and local union affiliate) to research, develop and carry out campaigns to win justice for low wage workers in food service, airport, hotel, and apparel industries. Candidates must show commitment to fighting for workers rights, and have some activist experience. Please complete on-line application information (including resume and cover letter) at http://jobs.unitehere.org/analystapp.php.

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