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ELECTION DAY OFFICERS NEEDED THROUGHOUT BOSTON FOR 2012 ELECTION CYCLE
Have you ever gone to vote and thought that you might enjoy being an Election Officer “someday,” or have you thought that the poll workers at your precinct are a great group, and you would love to have the opportunity to work with them?  The City of Boston Election Department is seeking to expand its pool of available election officers for the 2012 Election cycle, beginning with the March 6 Presidential Primary.
 
There are a number of openings for Election Day Officers throughout the City. Poll workers in particular are needed in East Boston, Charlestown, South Boston, the North End, and Allston-Brighton. While there is a particular need for bilingual workers, there are also available opportunities for other positions as well. From Wardens, who are responsible for the smooth operations of their polling locations, to Clerks, who oversee the checking in of voters, and keep written records of the day’s events, to Inspectors who direct and assist voters; the need for talented workers exists at all levels.
 
Requirements include the ability to follow directions precisely, attentiveness to detail, a strong commitment to fairness and impartiality, and a desire to serve. Election Officers must be registered voters in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and can come from any city or town. Ideally, potential candidates should have a strong voter history as well. Election Officers work from 6AM-9PM, which includes an hour before and an hour after the polls are open for voters. In some cases there is an allowance for part-time shifts, although a shift must be at least six (6) hours long. Attendance to one of our paid training sessions is mandatory.
 
For more information, or to download a poll worker application, please visit the Boston Election Department’s website at www.cityofboston.gov/elections or call 617-635-4491.
 

2012 Firefighter Examination Information

FIREFIGHTER, MUNICIPAL SERVICE
OPEN COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION

YOU MUST READ THE ENTIRE EXAM ANNOUNCEMENT BEFORE APPLYING

2012 FIREFIGHTER EXAM ANNOUNCEMENT (See attachment below)

PHYSICAL ABILITY TEST PREPARATION GUIDE(WORD)

WRITTEN EXAMINATION ORIENTATION GUIDE (PDF)

VIDEO - FIREFIGHTER PAT

APPLY ON-LINE WITH A VISA OR MASTERCARD

The Human Resources Division (HRD) is currently accepting applications for both components of the 2012 Firefighter, Municipal Service Examination.

This examination consists of two components: the Written examination and the Entry Level Physical Ability Test (ELPAT). Candidates MUST APPLY FOR, TAKE and PASS BOTH components in order to be placed on the eligible list for appointment in a civil service city or town.

The Written examination component will be held on April 28, 2012 at various sites across the Commonwealth.

The ELPAT will be administered from February 2012 through August 2012 at the Hudson National Guard Armory in Hudson, MA.

Please note that there is only one site available for the ELPAT. Candidates will be scheduled on a first-come, first-serve basis. Failure to complete the ELPAT will result in failure of the examination and your name will not be placed on the eligible list. HRD strongly encourages candidates to sign up for and take the ELPAT as soon as possible, due to limited space.

NOTICE TO APPEAR INFORMATION

WRITTEN: A Notice to Appear informing you of where and when to report to take the written component (the location and time of your exam) will be available on-line approximately two weeks prior to the exam date.
You must download and print your Notice to Appear from the HRD Online System (mass.gov/civilservice). If you are unable to access your exam site assignment within 7 days of the written exam, please call (617) 878-9895, or e-mail us at civilservice@hrd.state.ma.us.

ELPAT: A Notice to Appear informing you of when to report to take the ELPAT component (the date and time of your exam) at the Hudson Armory will be e-mailed to you approximately 2-7 days after your approved application has been received. If you do not receive your ELPAT site assignment electronically after 7 days of your on-line submission, please e-mail us at PAT.Administrator@hrd.state.ma.us

Historic Boston Inc. is looking to hire a Grants Manager to help with project fundraising. The Grants Manager is an important part of resource development at Historic Boston, Inc. The individual would be responsible for identifying and cultivating prospective donors, developing grant proposals, and collaborating with staff and board of HBI to align programs with donor interests. For more information about Historic Boston, check out their website at www.historicboston.org. Historic Boston Incorporated is a $1.2 million not-for-profit preservation and real estate organization that rehabilitates at-risk historic properties in Boston’s neighborhoods with the goal of catalyzing neighborhood renewal.

Responsibilities:

• Develop competitive, high quality proposals for corporate and foundation prospects.
• Maintain a rigorous schedule of contacts with corporate and foundation representatives, creating and managing a database of contact, background and donor activity.
• Maintain a high quality stewardship process for active corporate and foundation -prospects and donors, working closely with program staff to ensure the timely delivery of quality interim and final reports.
• Support the overall goals of HBI fundraising and resource development by assisting with writing and messaging projects as needed.
• Identify emerging business leadership with a special emphasis on developing meaningful corporate alliances and identify, evaluate, cultivate and solicit five- and six-figure (and larger) philanthropic commitments to support the mission and goals of the institution.
• Create opportunities to build awareness among corporate and foundation constituencies in order to build and significantly expand positive fundraising relationships.
• Help shape HBI’s projects and programs by participating in the development of goals, objective, and project selections to ensure alignment with organizational mission, giving trends and donor interests.
• Initiate opportunities for HBI Staff and Board members to interact with corporate and foundation prospects through meetings and site visits.
• Develop new approaches to foundations and corporations and coordinate approaches to these contacts to initiate the cultivation/fundraising process.

Qualifications:

-B.A. (M.A. preferred) and 3-5 years of experience in fundraising or related fields.

-Proven record of success in achieving funding goals.

-A self-starter, with the ability to work independently, but must also be able to work and produce in a team-oriented setting.

-Must be well organized, detail oriented, and able to handle multiple projects simultaneously, often under time constraints.

-Excellent writing, speaking and interpersonal skills.

-Demonstrated working relationships with foundation and corporate contacts, preferably in Boston.

-Expertise in Word, Excel and development/contact database software.

-Interest in real estate, community development, planning or the built environment.

OPENING DATE: 11/21/11
DEPARTMENT:  Administration
LOCATION:  1010 Massachusetts Avenue, Boston
SALARY:   $12 – 18 / hourly range, DOE
HOURS: 19 or less hours/week; Requires some evenings, may require weekend work
 

DESCRIPTION:
-Coordinate the day-to-day operations of the BRC in support of the strategic plan.
-Coordinate the coalition’s steering committee, communication with members (i.e. calls, newsletter), curriculum development, organizing/campaigning and outreach. Provide administrative support including meeting scheduling, data management, ordering food, processing payments for vendors and steering committee members.
-Coordinate activities to support the implementation of the Coalition strategic plan, including but not limited to: researching community-driven strategies for environmental, policy, and systems change to promote health equity.
-Provide content management by taking notes in meeting, and gathering information as needed.
-Assist the REACH community liaison to increase coalition membership through community outreach.
-Attend monthly coalition meetings, steering committee meetings, staff trainings, and other appropriate meetings including conferences, and conference calls with funding agencies.
-Serve as a BPHC liaison on community-related activities, such as large-scale events, advocacy efforts, and special committees.
-Meet regularly with CHESJ Director and Coalition manager regarding all aspects of the coalition operations. Operate independently.
Perform other duties as required.
NOTE:  this is a temporary position and no benefits accrue.
 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma/GED required.  Significant work experience in the same field may be considered as a substitution for education.
Must have experience in public health program coordination and/or community organizing. The ability to work with diverse populations and agencies within the social service and health care community required. Familiarity with Boston’s neighborhoods preferred. Experience planning community meetings, designing and implementing public health initiatives. Experience in Coalition building, community organizing, and health promotion.  Ability to write clear, concise reports, and to follow and to give written and oral instructions in a precise, understandable manner. Ability to understand, explain, apply the laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures of unit activities. Ability to establish rapport with others and to maintain harmonious working relationships with others.
Advanced knowledge & experience with MSOffice, MSWord/Excel. Exceptional organizational skills with the ability of developing time lines and meeting deadlines.  Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively.
Valid Mass Drivers and good driving record required.
A Criminal Offenders Records Information request must be completed for this position.  However, a record is not an automatic bar to employment but is reviewed in relation to the job applied for.

Apply online at: http://www.bphc.org

Office/Contact Information:

1010 Massachusetts Avenue

Boston, MA 02118

617.534.5657

jobs@bphc.org

The Boston Youth Fund (BYF) provides thousands of Boston's teens 15 - 17 years of age with summer jobs. BYF participants work in the community and in faith-based and government agencies. Earn money and gain meaningful skills in jobs such as administrative assistants, mural painters, peer leaders and more! Youth MUST apply with the Hopeline to become eligible. The application period opens February 1, 2012 and ends March 2, 2012. To Be Eligible for the BYF Summer Employment Program, You:

• Must turn 15 years old on or before July 8, 2012
• Cannot turn 18 years old on or before August 17, 2012
• Must be a Full-Time resident of the City of Boston
• Must be legally permitted to work in Massachusetts and the United States

Applying with the Hopeline does not guarantee a summer job. Teens must apply themselves - parents & other adults are not permitted to apply for a teen. Applications must be completed fully and accurately in order to be considered. For more information about the program, and to apply, check out the website!