FREE GED ONLINE PREPARATION

FREE GED ONLINE PREPARATION NOW
PROVIDED BY
MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

(Press Release from Minn. Dept. of Education, 12.04.08)

The Minnesota Department of Education announced a new online instructional program for Minnesotans who are preparing for their General Educational Development Diploma (GED). GED-i, a nationally-recognized and teacher-facilitated service, is free to innesota students.

"This is an important resource for people who are working toward their GED diploma," said Commissioner Seagren. "For many Minnesotans, transportation, child care and work obligations have kept them from going to class to prepare for the GED test. This new program will make GED preparation much more accessible."

GED-i learning is facilitated by instructors from local adult educa-tion programs. Registered students will work with a licensed teacher from their local Adult Basic Education (ABE) program in an online environment. Instructional content can be accessed on he Internet at any time.

According to the 2007 American Community Survey, ten percent (388,074) of Minnesotans over the age of 18 lack high school equivalency. Individuals who do not have their high school diploma or equivalent (GED) are at a severe disadvantage in the creasingly competitive job market.

The GED-i program is an online preparation program only; the GED test itself must be taken in person at a GED examination center. Student enrollment in person at an ABE provider site is lso required.

For location information about your closest ABE and GED-i pro-vider, visit this website http://www.themlc.org/hotline.html or call the Minnesota Adult Literacy Hotline at 1-800-222-1990. For ad-ditional information about the GED test itself, visit the GED information Website at http://mnabe.themlc.org/GED2.html

Job: Program Director, Minnesota Girls Academy

Program Director
Organization: Minnesota Girls Academy

Post Date: Nov 26, 2008
Type: Full Time
Start Date:
Salary:
Location: Bricelyn, Minnesota - United States
Educational Requirements: Masters preferred

Specific Education, Certification and Skill Requirements (if applicable):


Job Description:
The Minnesota Girls Academy (MGA) is a residential girls high school poised to open in the Winter of 2009. The Minnesota Girls Academy will provide an intellectual and experiential educational environment. The Academy seeks to promote the highest level of academic achievement while instilling a strong sense of social /life skills.

MGA is looking for a Program Director to begin in the Winter of 2009. We seek a Program Director with an educational background, who has a strong commitment to Jewish values, and is an excellent communicator.


The Program Director will be the Chief Executive of the school. The Program Director's responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Overall responsibility for all aspects of School operation
• Head of and supervisor of all teaching faculty and employees
• Ex-officio member of Board of Directors
• Representative at all committee meetings of the school
• Maintain the mission of the school at all times.
• Ensure on going communication with all members of the school community
• Work with the Dean and Board to help our school continue to plan and to meet goals
• Import strategies for strategic future planning
• Empower and guide students

Institutional Leadership & Administration:

• Guide the development and delivery of educational, religious, and extra-curricular policies and practices.
• Oversee and develop curriculum.
• Staff recruitment
• Work with the Dean and Board of Directors to set priorities, identify opportunities for institutional growth, and implement strategic and financial plans.

Community Relations:

• Oversee the recruitment and enrollment of students.
• Financial / Operational Administration
• Ensure proper management of facilities, monitoring policies and procedures to guarantee safety, security and effective emergency planning.
• Maintain accreditation and ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal educational regulations and standards.

Knowledge and Skills Required:

• Charismatic, visionary, decisive leader with exemplary communication skills, planning and management abilities.
• Proven track record as an educational administrator or leader
• Strong background in education, and an advanced degree in education, administration, or related field.
• Excellent people skills, including the ability to interact warmly and cultivate relationships with parents, students, faculty, donors, board members and at-large community.
• Ability to inspire confidence in parents and students, faculty and staff.
  Understanding of business / financial management.
• Administrative and technological competence.
• Ability to set clear priorities.

Salary:

Commensurate with Program Directors throughout the Midwest region, the MGA Program Director will be offered an annual salary dependent on credentials and experience.

For more information please contact AY Weinberg at projectextremeay@aol.com


How To Apply:
Email: mbehar@projectextreme.org

Program evaluation resources available through the University of Minnesota

The University of Minnesota has launched a new service: Program Evaluation Resources at the University of Minnesota.

Program evaluation is the systematic collection of information for use to improve effectiveness and make decisions with regard to what those programs are doing and affecting. This site was designed to help local nonprofit and government organizations connect with program evaluation resources at the University of Minnesota. Find expertise, student assistance, educational opportunities and more on the site.

RFP: Wilder’s Scattered Site Supportive Housing Programs

Request for Proposals

The Amherst H. Wilder Foundation invites qualified agencies and individuals to submit a proposal to provide group facilitation for parents of young children between the ages of 0-5 years old. Wilder’s Scattered Site Supportive Housing Programs provides support and housing assistance to formerly homeless families who live throughout Ramsey County.

Targeted Services:
We are looking for a facilitator to design a program that assist parents of young children (birth to kindergarten) with information and support that ensures school readiness. Goals include engaging parents regarding parent child interaction, child development and school readiness. The facilitator will need to have the ability to build relationships with families, including young parents and young children (birth to kindergarten). The facilitator should have knowledge of children’s developmental and educational needs; understand barriers of families living in poverty with multiple needs; the ability to work with a diverse participant population and provide culturally specific programming.

Proposed Services
Provide up to two groups for 6 to 8 weeks for parents with children ages 0-5.
Provide groups that relate to child development and school readiness that are culturally specific that meet the needs of the families in the group.
Provide culturally competent child development and school readiness resources and referrals.

Provide in-home services (if parent identifies this as a need to have more one-on-one services).

Intensity and Frequency of Contacts: The group facilitator will conduct groups for 6 to 8 weeks during the evening and/or weekend. Also, the facilitator may be required to provide one-on-one meetings that may or may not be in-home.

Group Ratio: The ratio can be up to 12 families that have children 0-5 years old.

Proposal: The proposal should provide in detail topics for each group, group curriculum, culturally specific resources and referrals to be used for the group, and how the group will infuse cultural differences with school readiness. Please submit a detailed budget.

Accommodations: Group location, child care space and staff for child care will be provided at the Wilder Center, 451 Lexington Parkway North, St. Paul, MN.

Proposal Submission and Deadline:

Please submit the proposals to:
Julie Shannon, Manager Project Quest, jjs3@wilder.org or
Deborah Mitchell, Manager ROOF Project, dkm@wilder.org
451 Lexington Parkway North, St. Paul, MN 55104

Deadline: No later than 4:00 p.m.
Friday, December 19, 2008

Please note:

• Failure to submit a proposal by the deadline may be grounds for rejection of the proposal.
• Proposals may be hand delivered, mailed or emailed. Faxed proposals will not be accepted.Responses must include one (1) original.
• The first page of the original must have the original signature of the officer who will be accountable for all representations.
• Unsigned proposals may be considered invalid.
• The proposal is limited to 5 pages. Please do not use a font size smaller than 11 pt.
• Wilder reserves the right to reject any and all proposals which do not, in the judgment of the Foundation, serve the best interest of Project Quest and/or the ROOF Project Collaborative or the intent of the RFP.
• Proposals must be valid for ninety (90) days from the due date.
• A proposal may be withdrawn on written request of the agency/individual
• Once submitted, a proposal becomes the property of the Wilder Foundation, and will not be returned.

2008 Annual Awards Program and Holiday Party of University UNITED

To Our Community Partners:

You are cordially invited to the 2008 Annual Awards Program and Holiday Party of University UNITED

Monday, December 15, 20085:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Hmong Minnesota Professionals Building
225 University Avenue, at Marion Street(formerly Saxon Ford complex)
St. Paul, MN, 55103

Celebrate the best architecture and design projects of 2008 Honor the 2008 Metro Award Recipient: Dan Bartholomay, Commissioner of Minnesota Housing in recognition of his service as director of the Regionand Communities program at the McKnight Foundation.

Enjoy a "sneak preview" of an historical exhibit funded by the Minnesota Sesquicentennial Commission entitled "150 Years at the Center of the Twin Cities: the Intersection of University and Prior Avenues" See a demonstration of exciting community planning tools available through UPLAN,a program of University UNITED

Refreshments will be served
Linda Winsor
University UNITED
Assistant Director
1954 University Avenue, Suite 1
Saint Paul, MN 55104
Phone: 651.641.0334
email: lindajwinsor@yahoo.com

H.I.R.E Minnesota Health, Infrastructure and Renewable Energy-Town Hall Meeting

This is a first in a series of Town Hall Meetings throughout the Minneapolis & St. Paul Area.

Green Jobs For Our Communities

What: Come to learn about green collar jobs and construction opportunities with free food and musical entertainment!

Who: Summit Academy OIC (SAOIC), EJAM, MN Baptist Convention, Alliance for Metropolitan Stability, Stairstep, ISAIAH, Insight News, MN OIC State Council, Congressman Keith Ellison, elected officials, community members, and YOU

Where: Minneapolis Urban League
2100 Plymouth Avenue North,
Minneapolis, MN 55411

When: Tuesday, December 16, 2008 at 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Why: Come to offer YOUR vision and learn about how YOU can help a campaign supporting renewable energy jobs to improve your community life.

For further information about the program, guests, and schedules, contact Alessandra Williams at 612-278-5259.

Sponsor-Summit Academy OIC, 935 Olson Memorial Hwy, Minneapolis, MN 55405

http://www.saoic.org

National Black MBA Association - Twin Cities Chapter

National Black MBA Association - Twin Cities Chapter

Are you interested in being a mentor to a high school student?
The NBMBAA's Leaders of Tomorrow (LOT) invites you to join us for a mentor kick off meeting. Come learn about our program and how you can have a positive impact on a young persons life.

When: Saturday, December 13, 10:00 - 11:00am
Where: University of Minnesota Carlson School of Management Rm 1-143

Thank you for your help and I look forward to seeing you on Saturday.

Sincerely,
Jamal Thompson Director of Education
communications@nbmbaatc.org

Women’s Foundation Announces Twin Cities’ Grants Information Session

MINNEAPOLIS - The Women’s Foundation of Minnesota will hold four Grants Information Sessions about its Social Change Fund in the Twin Cities in December. In alignment with its organizational core value of inclusion, the Foundation will offer sessions targeted to specific diverse communities, including African American, Disabilities, LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender), and Asian American/Pacific Islander. Minnesota nonprofits seeking funding to advance economic, social and political equality for women and girls are encouraged to attend.

Schedule:
African American Community
Friday, December 12 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
The Cultural Wellness Center - 1527 E Lake Street, Minneapolis

Disabilities Community
Friday, December 12 2:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
Courage Center - 3915 Golden Valley Road, Minneapolis

LGBT Community
Wednesday, December 17 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.
YWCA Midtown - 2121 East Lake Street, Minneapolis
Partner: PFund

Asian American/Pacific Islander Community
Thursday, December 18 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
Rondo Community Outreach Library - 461 Dale Street North, St.Paul
Partner: AAPIP National Gender & Equity Campaign

For more information, contact Charlotte Flowers, Women’s Foundation program officer, at 612-236-1807 or charlotte@wfmn.org.
http://www.wfmn.org/

Volunteers needed to help protect children, improve system

Now is the time for residents of Hennepin County to play an integral role in helping protect children from abuse and neglect. Hennepin County and the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) are seeking community members for a Child Protection Citizen Review Panel to offer input on how the state and the County can improve Minnesota's child protection system.

Residents of Hennepin County can offer their insights on how to work together in government, communities, and families to better serve children in the child protection system and to help children remain safe and grow up in loving, nurturing families.

Consisting of 11-15 members, Hennepin County’s Citizen Review Panel will include men and women with a variety of experiences and backgrounds. People representative of the County’s population are encouraged to apply. Panel members will:

1. Offer an outside perspective on the internal workings of the child protection system.
2. Offer suggestions for the state and County to better safeguard children who have been abused or neglected.
3. Provide ideas on ways families and communities can work together to better serve children.

Volunteers will meet regularly, gather information through reports and interviews, and may analyze trends and data, study Hennepin County’s performance, review case files, and make recommendations to key leaders in the child protection system. The Department of Human Services and the County will consult with and provide ongoing support to Citizen Review Panel members.

The Hennepin County Board of Commissioners will recommend members to be appointed by the Commissioner of DHS. Volunteers serve a two-year term (with some initial terms of three years for continuity), up to six years, or three terms maximum. These are unpaid positions.

Some out-of-pocket expenses incurred by volunteers that may be reimbursed are:
Child care of up to $50 per month
Mileage
Parking
Bus fare
Long-distance phone calls
Postage

A panel member may not be a current employee of the Hennepin County attorney's office, district court, social services, or court services; a foster care provider; or a paid guardian ad litem in Hennepin County.

Volunteer applicants will need to consent to criminal and maltreatment background checks.

Hennepin County is looking for volunteers who listen well, work as part of a team, and show sensitivity to children's diverse social, cultural, and economic needs. This is a great opportunity to truly make a difference in children's lives.

If you and or others in your organization or community are interested in volunteering for the Hennepin County Citizen Review Panel, please call Anita Keyes at DHS, 651-431-4704, or Anita.Keyes@state.mn.us by January 10, 2009, for an application form and release of information forms for background checks.

We would also appreciate it if you could forward this to others who may be interested. Information is also available on the DHS Web site, at http://www.dhs.state.mn.us - click on Children at top, then Child Protection on left side, then Citizen Review Panels on left side.

Interns and Volunteers, In the District Office of Congressman Keith Ellison (MN-5)

Interns and Volunteers
In the District Office of Congressman Keith Ellison (MN-5)

The office of Congressman Keith Ellison offers an intern program for individuals interested in learning about the operations of a Congressional office, current events as they relate to Congressional activity, federal legislation and legislative issues, constituent services, and events research and planning.

Responsibilities Include:
Clerical, including office reception, intake of constituent comments via mail and phone, and other duties as assigned
Events and Meetings, including researching community activities, researching privately-sponsored event and meeting background, assisting with event planning and logistics, and joining the Congressman at events and meetings
Constituent Services, specifically assisting Congressional staff in communicating with agencies and constituents.
Participation in regular briefings on current events and legislative issues, and trainings on constituent services and the operations of a Congressional office.

Qualifications:
Strong written and verbal communications skills, detail oriented, organized, able to multi-task, and a keen interest in learning the operations of a congressional office. Candidates participating in a formal internship program sponsored by a college or university or who will receive college credit are preferred.

Part-time and full-time opportunities are available starting immediately for up to six months. Hours are flexible. Interns and volunteers agree to serve without compensation, not to make any future claim for payment, and to acknowledge that the voluntary service does not constitute House employment. Although (and though) not employees of the House of Representatives, interns and volunteers agree to conduct themselves in a manner that reflects creditably on the House.

Darlynn M. Benjamin
Deputy District Director
Congressman Keith Ellison
5th Congressional District - MN
2100 Plymouth Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55411
(612) 522-1212 (o)
(612)522-9915 (f)
darlynn.benjamin@mail.house.gov

Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) is accepting applications for the NCE Commission

The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) is accepting applications from residents for one position on the newly created Neighborhood and Community Engagement Commission.

The role of the commission will be to shape how the City engages its residents and works with neighborhood and community organizations, as well as oversee programming details and funding for neighborhood revitalization work. The resident who will be appointed by the MPRB on January 2, 2009 will be part of the 16-member commission. Of the remaining members, eight residents will be selected by neighborhood organizations and seven will be appointed by the Mayor and Council Members of Minneapolis.

The application deadline for the MPRB appointed commission position is December 19, 2008. Applicants are required to be Minneapolis residents who do not hold a current election certificate. Current MPRB employees are not eligible. Applications are available at: www.minneapolisparks.org (click on news item)·

612-230-6400
MPRB Customer Service Area,
2117 West River Road, Minneapolis, 55411
MPRB Recreation Centers

Sincerely,
Annie Young
Citywide Park Commissioner

Job: Associate Director of Services, Brain Injury Association of MN

Brain Injury Association of Minnesota
Position Description



Position: Outreach Manager
Supervised by: Associate Director of Services
Status: Full Time
Salary: Based on Qualifications plus Benefits


Position Summary:
The Outreach Manager is responsible to assure the Association’s Mission, Vision, and Strategic Plan is adhered to by outreach staff. This program builds the acceptance of and respect for differences by continuous expansion of cultural knowledge, resources and adaptations of service models to better meet the needs of multicultural communities. In addition, the program will provide direct, ongoing individualized support to ensure access to and connection with support services for persons with brain injury, their families and professionals prior to, at the time of and following discharge from multiple types of settings. The multicultural outreach program expands the capacity for understanding residual issues related to brain injury and needed services among existing culturally specific and multicultural service providers. The goal is to improve the self-sufficiency of persons with brain injury in the Latino, Native American, African American, African Born and Hmong communities.

Responsibilities:
Implementation of designated outreach grants:
· Maintain organization strategic plan and vision as the priority for all staff.
Develop, implement, monitor and report on project performance in relationship to Grant/contract requirements.
· Develop, monitor and evaluate program operations.
Promote, facilitate, develop and maintain relationships with community resource providers who interface with Association Consumers with special attention given to those working with underserved populations.
Facilitate and assist in development and maintenance of relationships between community providers.
Recruit for and seek guidance from the Multi-Cultural Ambassadors Council, (Advisory Committee) that represents the constituents this Program serves.
Document necessary information related to barriers from consumers, community members, and providers to encourage success in programs available and, facilitate a process for resolution.



Document activities and provide a written quarterly report to Associate Director of Services.

Implementation of the Resource Facilitation program including:
· Provide on going Resource Facilitation documenting barriers, service gaps, and duplication of services experienced by persons with brain injury, families and professionals in the region.
· Work collaboratively with BIA-MN staff and hospitals to refine and implement discharge/referral process, develop materials, and document outcomes.
· Develop and evaluate cultural/language appropriate hospital, clinic and community educational resource materials.
· Develop, implement, monitor and report on project performance in relationship to Grant/contract requirements.

Information & Resources
· Provide on-site consultation to identified collaborators.
· Provide complete cultural/language appropriate referrals to BIA-MN staff for information, resources, and individual assistance.
· Market/Promote information and referral; 1-800 number; and provide basic information to potential referral sources.
· Respond to requests for information and resources.
· Supervise informational packet requests.
· Refer inquiries to appropriate service providers as needed.
· Develop new resources to meet evolving needs.
· Assist with resource library and website upkeep/organization.

Individual Assistance
· Provide on-going assistance to community providers.

Community Education/Public Awareness/Advocacy
· Increase awareness and understanding of brain injury by acting as a resource and providing training and information about technical assistance to families, survivors, professionals and the community at large.
· Inform consumers and service providers about their rights; empower them to direct their own services and support systems; and make informed choices.
· Assure the Department serves as the Brain Injury Association liaison to and provide training and technical assistance to culturally specific support groups.
· Organize and carry out activities to educate persons with brain injury, families, professionals and diverse communities about brain injury and brain injury issues.

· Work with service providers and government agencies on behalf of persons with brain injury and families.
· Develop and update educational materials in multiple languages.
· Build regional networks of liaisons on issues related to brain injury.
· Encourage communication and collaboration within the target communities.
· Attend State/County/Local planning meetings to speak for brain injury issues and assist with strategic plan development.
· Provide a proactive educational approach through hospitals and professionals which will facilitate consumer access to available supports.
· Attend and support Metro Area BICC.
· Attend community network meetings
· Work in collaboration with the Association’s Education Department to coordinate efforts and resources.

Outreach
· Visit service sites to gather information and represent, promote, and market Association programs.
· Identify and expand outreach services to targeted communities.
· Outreach and serve urban and rural areas within all ranges of socioeconomic factors.

Supervision
· Build and develop the Outreach team.
· Provide training, supervision and support to Outreach staff and program volunteers.
· Provide support and supervision to Outreach Team on Association processes, specifically with accessing resources, technical guidance, consultation, database use and telephone support skills.
· Implement staff annual reviews, provide staff emotional support, mentor and monitor team performance.


Additional Responsibilities
· Develop, and implement Program budget to its fullest capacity.
· Increase awareness of the Brain Injury Association's web site as an informational resource.
· Provide program information for Newsletter, conference and workshops, Roundtables, etc.
· Responsible to track data according to program reporting requirements.
· Maintain program records.
· Responsible to attend all program and staff meetings to insure continuity between Association outreach staff, contract staff and other program staff.
· Assist with program development.
· Other duties or projects may be assigned.



Qualifications:
Preference given to excellent bi-lingual Spanish written and verbal skills.
Strong interpersonal and group communication skills.
Degree or experience in health or related rehabilitation area (e.g., social work, nursing, special education, etc.)
Work or personal experience in case coordination and advocacy
Posses an understanding of local/state human service delivery systems.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Excellent record keeping and report writing abilities
Transportation/travel required
Experience in community organizing
American Academy for the Certification of Brain Injury Specialists (AACBIS) certification within one year post hire date.


Characteristics:
The position requires a professional whose background is characterized by initiative and achievement. Candidates should possess strong leadership skills and the ability to network and collaborate with a variety of people. Candidates must have strong people skills, a strong sense of professionalism, and a team approach to achieving the program goals.

Procedures:
Send cover letter, current resume and three references with contact information to: Brain Injury Association of Minnesota, 34 13th Avenue NE. Minneapolis, MN. 55413. Search will close when a suitable candidate is found. For additional information about the Brain Injury Association of Minnesota visit our website at www.braininjurymn.org.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

The College Cost Reduction and Access Act of 2007 established a new public service loan forgiveness program. This program discharges any remaining debt after 10 years of full-time employment in public service.

The borrower must have made 120 payments as part of the Direct Loan program in order to obtain this benefit. Only payments made on or after October 1, 2007 count toward the required 120 monthly payments. (Borrowers may consolidate into Direct Lending in order to qualify for this loan forgiveness program starting July 1, 2008.)

This contrasts with the loan forgiveness of the remaining balance after 25 years of repayment under the income-contingent and income-based repayment plans for borrowers who are not employed full time in public service jobs.

For more information, please visit:
http://www.finaid.org/loans/publicservice.phtml

St. Paul Public Schools - Seeks Community Input, Please attend

The School district is currently in the midst of discussions about Large System Change and is interested in engaging the community in these discussions. PLEASE ATTEND AND FORWARD THIS INFORMATION TO OTHERS IN YOUR NETWORKS. At the meetings, community members will learn more about why business as usual is not a sustainable option for achieving the SPPS mission: To provide a premier education for all. All SPPS sites and programs will be affected, whether it be through changes related to transportation, programming or professional development. Among the topics to be discussed at the community engagement meetings are academics, enrollment, school choice, budget and rightsizing or consolidation.

The meetings also will give community members the opportunity to help district staff members identify district needs as SPPS moves into the future.
Meeting dates and locations (all locations are in Saint Paul):


December 3, 2008: 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.
(Presentation in Hmong and English)
Phalen Lake Elementary
1089 Cypress St.

December 4, 2008: 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Gloria Dei Church
700 Snelling Ave.

December 12, 2008: 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.
(Somali Parent Advisory Council)
Highwood Hills Elementary 2188 Londin Lane

A light dinner and refreshments will be provided. These meetings are taking place with the help of several SPPS partners, including CLUES, Hmong American Partnership, Hmong Cultural Center, Neighborhood House, Saint Paul Area Council Of Churches, Saint Paul NEAT, Saint Paul Parks and Recreation, Saint Paul Public Schools Foundation, Saint Paul YWCA and Support Our Schools.

The following is a link to a flyer on the community meetings: http://www.spps.org/sites/209472fd-849d-4015-bcbe-8839b20be25b/uploads/LSSC_Flier1008pr.pdf

Please encourage people within your organization and people that you serve to attend.

We have also included a link to the School District's Annual Report. The Report provides a great overview of the accomplishments and challenges facing Saint Paul Schools: http://www.spps.org/sites/209472fd-849d-4015-bcbe-8839b20be25b/uploads/LSSC_Flier1008pr.pdf

Mike Anderson
St. Paul Public Schools Foundation
55 Fifth Street East, Suite 600
St. Paul, MN 55101
Phone: 651.325.4224
Fax:651.224.8123
www.sppsfoundation.org

Job: St. Paul - Ramsey County Public Health - Program Analyst

job posting for Program Analyst with St. Paul - Ramsey County Public Health, as you see appropriate. This position is currently half-time but may become full-time based on funding.

Here is the link to the position. http://agency.governmentjobs.com/ramsey/default.cfm?action=viewclassspec&ClassSpecID=71590&Agency=1345&ViewOnly=Yes

Job: President/Chief Executive Officer MUL

President/Chief Executive Officer

The Minneapolis Urban League is searching for a President/CEO to provide leadership, vision, direction, and administration for the Minneapolis Urban League in fulfilling its mission. The President/Chief Executive Officer is the primary representative of the agency in the community and is directly responsible for its success. This is a full-time, exempt position reporting to the Board of Directors.

Interested candidates should submit cover letter, resume, and salary expectations to:
Minneapolis Urban League, Search Committee Chair
c/o kp companies at the following email address: miquel@kpcompanies.com by the December 17th, 2008 deadline.
All submissions shall be received in strictest confidence.

Minneapolis Urban League is an equal opportunity employer.

Job dexcription can be found here: http://www.mul.org/mul_job.cfm

Prof. Dev.: MCN MN Foundations 2009

In the midst of economic uncertainty, it is especially important for you to think strategically about developing a sound and nimble fundraising plan for 2009. To do this, you need to know Minnesota foundations' giving priorities, shifts and strategies for the year ahead.

Attend MCN's Minnesota Foundations 2009 (http://www.mncn.org/event_fundraising.htm#Minnesota) where you will learn specific, up-to-the-minute information about the priorties, financial outlooks, program shifts, and staffing of more than 75 of Minnesota's most important foundations. Use this information to feed directly into your 2009 fundraising plan and ensure fundraising success, even in difficult times.

Minnesota Foundations 2009 is also a great opportunity for you to network with hundredes of your peers involved in fundraising, and share resources and strategies to further augment your fundraising efforts.

Minnesota Foundations 2009 Details:
Tuesday, December 91 - 4:30 p.m. (registration opens after lunch at 12:30 p.m.)
Continuing Education and Conference Center, 1840 Buford Ave., St. Paul, 55108

Directions and parking information: http://www.cce.umn.edu/conferencecenter/directions/index.html

To register: http://www.mncn.org/event_fundraising.htm#Minnesota

Minnesota Foundations 2009 assumes a working knowledge of proposal writing, budgeting and the basics of foundation and corporate grantmaking. All participants receive a copy of the publication 2009 Minnesota Grants Directory, which will be released at the event.

See you there!


Stephanie Haddad
Program Director
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits
2314 University Avenue West, Ste 20
Saint Paul, MN 55114
Dir: 651-757-3071
Gen: 651-642-1904
stephanie@mncn.orghttp://www.mncn.org/

P.S. Can't make it to the event, but still want to get the publication? Order your copy of the 2009 Minnesota Grants Directory! http://www.mncn.org/grants_directory.htm

Event: U.S. Census Bureau’s 2010 Census Open House 12/2/08

U.S. Census Bureau's 2010 Census Open House

Invited Speakers:

• The Honorable Betty McCollum, U.S. Congresswoman 4th District
• The Honorable Chris Coleman, Mayor of St. Paul
• Dana B. Badgerow, Commissioner of Administration
• Tom Gillaspy, Governor's Liaison and State Demographer
• Dennis Johnson, Regional Director, Regional Census Center
• Sydnee Chattin-Reynolds, Deputy Regional Director, Regional Census Center
  

To RSVP or for further information call 612-216-5950.
Tours and refreshments will follow the ceremony.


St. Paul Decennial Census Office
180 East Fifth Street, Suite 500, St. Paul, MN 55101
Tuesday, December 2, 2008 at 10:30 a.m.



U.S. Census Bureau hiring for 2010 Census Efforts

Recruiting staff will be on hand to discuss job opportunities in the St. Paul area. The U.S. Census Bureau-Kansas City Regional Census Center will hire thousands of people throughout its six-state region of Minnesota, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Arkansas between now and next spring. Up to a total of 11,000 people will be on staff during peak times.

Exciting job opportunities are available for the 2010 Census with good pay, and the chance to serve your community. Currently seeking partnership, recruiting, census takers and clerical applications. Pay varies according to local area and position.

Contact us today!
1-866-861-2010
http://www.2010censusjobs.gov/ or
kansas_city_2010_recruiting@census.gov

Human Rights Day Conference and Forum, Friday, December 5, 2008

Keynote Speaker Kweisi Mfume Bio
Plenary Speaker Judge Paul H. Anderson Bio
Download a Conference Registration Form (pdf) Register online


“Look back, but march forward.” - Johnnie Carr (1911-2008)

Acclaimed civil rights activist Kweisi Mfume will keynote Minnesota’s 25th Annual Human Rights Day Conference, to be held Friday, December 5 at Saint Paul RiverCentre. Former president of the NAACP and a former U.S. Representative, Mfume has dedicated himself to civil rights and community investment efforts that have helped to shape a more humane American public policy.

Associate Minnesota Supreme Court Justice Paul H. Anderson will deliver this year’s plenary address.

Kweisi Mfume
The theme of this year's conference is based on a quote from Johnnie Carr, fellow activist of Rosa Parks and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., who encouraged young people “to look and to see what has happened in the past, and move forward and see what you can do for the future.” CHOOSE FROM 20 POWERFUL WORKSHOPS ON THE ISSUES AND FORCES SHAPING OUR SOCIETY TODAY. SELECT WORKSHOPS INCLUDE:

Session One

• Emergency Preparedness: Addressing Disability Issues in the Workplace
• Grant Writing for Human Rights Commissions - two hours
• Mentally Ill Offenders
• Immigration Raids' Impact on Legal Immigrants and Communities
• U.S. Racial Justice Treaty Obligations: Minnesota's Role
• We are Family -- Developments in Legal Recognition of Same-Sex Couples

Session Two

• Cases and Conversation: A 2008 Legal Update
• Class, Race, Poverty, and Public Assistance
• Eliminating Bias in the Interview and Hiring Process
• Tips for Successful Human Rights Mediation
• Tribal Sovereignty: Historical Perspectives and Current Realities

Session Three

• Cultural Competency in Healthcare
• Environmental Justice from a Human Rights Perspective
• Grant Writing for Human Rights Commissions -- two hours (repeat of morning sessions)
• Q&A with Kweisi Mfume, Keynote
• Working with Hmong Clients in the Legal Setting
• Worthington Police/Community Relations

Session Four

• Building Community in the Midst of Diversity
• Fair Housing Laws and their Impact on Seniors
• The ADA and Returning Veterans
• Underrepresented Students in Higher Education
• Understanding Cultural Dynamics between African and African American Communities

For more information about the conference, registration and presenters, please visit: http://www.humanrights.state.mn.us/events_hrday.html

Jewish Community Action Call for NCRC Foreclosure Freeze Volunteers

From: David Snyder <david@jewishcommunityaction.org>
Date: Tue, Nov 25, 2008 at 4:01 PM

Northside Community Reinvestment Coalition (NCRC) presents:

HOME FOR THE WINTER INITIATIVE

FREEZING FORECLOSURES BEFORE THEY FREEZE US!

NCRC volunteers have identified over 500 North Minneapolis residents who received adjustable rate mortgages (ARMs) in 2007 or are currently delinquent on their mortgage payments. On Monday December 1^st- Thursday December 4^th from 5pm-7pm we will be going out in groups of 2 to visit these residents to make sure they know they may be able to get a loan modification by working with a foreclosure prevention counselor at one of several local agencies. The counseling is free of charge.

We need volunteers to visit these neighbors and protect our community's wealth from predatory lenders and foreclosure! There will be a brief training, as well as t-shirts and free food afterwards for all volunteers. Simply RSVP to Lance Knuckles at 612-239-2960 or morphcommunity@yahoo.com and then show up at 5pm at the Minneapolis Urban League on any of the four nights: Monday December 1^st- Thursday December 4^th.

NCRC Members:

ACORN

Hawthorne Neighborhood Council

Harrison Neighborhood Association

Jordan Area Community Council

Lao Assistance Center of Minnesota

Minneapolis Urban League

Minnesota State Baptist Convention

Northside Residents Redevelopment Council

NCRC Allies & Partners:

Jewish Community Action

Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity

Community Action Partnership of Suburban Hennepin county

ACORN Housing

Hennepin County

Legal Aid

Project NEON

NorthWay Community Trust

David Snyder

Jewish Community Action

2375 University Avenue West, Suite 150

St. Paul, MN 55114

651-632-2184 (phone) 651-632-2188 (fax)

david@jewishcommunityaction.org

TCRG: New Presentation for Downloading

From: Doug Petty dr.petty@yahoo.com

The September 10 PowerPoint presentation by Barbara Ronningen, Demographer at the State Demographers Office, on Preparations for the 2010 Census is now posted on the TCRG website www.TwinCitiesResearch.org for downloading.

To download these and earlier presentations go to the TwinCitiesResearch.org website. You will need to Sign In, or if you have not Signed In with Yahoo and joined the Twin Cities Research Group, you will be required to Sign Up for a Yahoo ID (Free, but will cost you a few minutes to get a Yahoo e-mail) to gain access to the TCRG files area and other features of the TCRG website at Yahoo Groups.com. You only need to register once to get access to all the presentations posted.

Find the presentation by clicking on "Files" on the left column of the TwinCitiesResearch.org webpage. If "Files" is greyed out, you will need to sign in or Sign Up as a member of the TCRG group with Yahoo

On the "Files " page, look for the brown bag presentations folder. Right click on the presentation you want in the folder and download the file onto your computer. Most of the files are executable compressed (zip) files. Once downloaded, click on the file on your computer to open it with PowerPoint presentation or Acrobat Reader software.

If you have concerns, problems, or even praise, post a message to me or to the group for comment.

The Twin Cities Research Group ListServe now reaches over 320 active analysts, researchers, planners, and others active in the social sciences! Thanks for putting your trust in this informal service group over the past year.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

Wednesday, December 10 brown bag presentation at the Wilder Foundation (Lexington & University Aves.in St. Paul) by Angie Eilers, Research and Policy Director for Growth and Justice, will present research on the return on investment from the cost of increasing the number of post-secondary degrees inMinnesota by 50 percent by 2020.

January 14, Erika Martin, explains the methods and findings of the State Dept. of Human Services' MFIP Longitudinal Study.

February 11 -- Joe Hollman of Cushman Wakefield examines the historical business cycles of the commercial-industrial property market.

March 11 -- Larry Baker discusses his research on household attitudes and social norms concerning our carbon footprint.

Have something YOU want to present to Twin Cities researchers? If so, send a short description/proposal of your idea to the TCRG list moderator: dr.petty@yahoo.com

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Professional Development: Leadership training specifically for nonprofits from MCN

Leaders in the nonprofit sector are called upon every day to engage, inspire and motivate communities to enhance the public good. This requires smart leaders - and smart leadership training - distinct from that of business and government. MCN's Nonprofit Leadership Institutes - tailored to fit the needs of leaders wherever you are on your career path - will move you to the next level of nonprofit leadership understanding and engagement. Have you ever wanted to: Meet regularly, and build deep relationships, with your peers in order to explore the unique challenges and opportunities inherent in being a nonprofit leader? Be challenged to think analytically about complex nonprofit leadership issues, from strategic communications to community engagement to financial sustainability? Feel more inspired as a nonprofit leader? Have time to reflect on your nonprofit leadership path, and that of your organization? If so, MCN's Nonprofit Leadership Institute is for you! For eight months, your cohort of no more than 25 leaders from across the nonprofit sector will gather for a full day, covering topics ranging from setting leadership goals to gaining power and influence. During your experience you will draw on the expertise of the faculty, guest speakers and that of each other. Read more about the 2009 Nonprofit Leadership Institutes. You are invited to attend a free informational session about the Leadership Institutes, where you'll meet with faculty and hear from past participants. Dates, times, and locations include: Thursday, November 20, from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. at the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits, 2314 University Ave. West, St. Paul 55114 Register for the November session now Monday, December 1, Webinar from 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. Register for the December Webinar now Friday, December 12, from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. at the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits, 2314 University Ave. West, St. Paul 55114 Register for the December session now Wednesday, January 14, Webinar from 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. Register for the January Webinar now I look forward to seeing you at one of these sessions soon! Regards, Nicole P.S. The Leadership Institute has two cohorts - one for senior managers and the other for strategic connectors. Help grow your organization's leaders by passing this email along to a colleague, peer, supervisee or anyone else seeking to grow in the nonprofit sector.

Job: Oakland CA, Program Manager and Program Associate Positions

Dear Colleagues,


We are circulating this announcement in an effort to hire a Program Manager and Program Associate for our Closing the Racial Wealth Gap Initiative. As we move into our fifth year I don't have to tell you how important it is to get someone who is passionate about this work and will bring the enthusiasm, experience and expertise to continue to help us move toward our goals. I would appreciate it if you circulate it to your network as quickly as possible. We have a December 5 deadline and would like to interview shortly thereafter.

You may receive either or both of these announcements more than once even though we've tried not to duplicate our efforts, and I apologize in advance for that. We are casting a very wide net in an effort to attract the right candidates.

http://www.insightcced.org/about-us/jobs.html

Sincerely,
Marsha Caldwell
HR Director/Executive Assistant
Insight Center for Community Economic Development (formerly NEDLC)
2201Broadway, Suite 815
Oakland, CA 94612
510.251.2600 x 128 510.251.2600 fax ·

Jobs: Local HUD jobs

A vacancy for a Public Housing Revitalization Specialist (Generalist) in the Minneapolis office of Public Housing has recently been posted on USA Jobs. This vacancy is open to the public for applications and the closing date is Monday, December 1, 2008. The link is below:
http://jobsearch.usajobs.gov/ftva.asp?seeker=1&JobID=77455861
http://jobsearch.usajobs.gov/ftva.asp?seeker=1&JobID=77562756

http://jobsearch.usajobs.opm.gov/a9hud.asp

Job: Minneapolis Finance Dept. Dir. of Development

The Minneapolis Finance Department is seeking applicants for the appointed position, Director of Development Finance.

Salary range for 2008: $84,039 – $92,886 per year.

About the Position
This position serves as the Director of the Development Finance Division in the Minneapolis Finance Department. The Director of Development Finance is responsible for directing Development Finance operations in an efficient manner within City policies, state laws, and best practices in municipal finance. The Director of Development Finance is responsible for directing and managing the creation, maintenance and analysis of development-related financial information and processes that inform development decisions and administer Community Planning and Economic Development (CPED) and Neighborhood Revitalization Program (NRP)
contractual obligations. The Director of Development Finance provides leadership to, technical resources for, and encourages customer service among an assigned staff of approximately 15 finance professionals in the areas of development finance services, budget and grants management, development loans and contracts, and NRP/Citizen Participation. This position reports directly to the City’s Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and coordinates objectives and priorities with the CFO.

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  Typical Duties and Responsibilities
  Serve as the primary point of contact for development related financial information as needed by CPED management, the CFO, and City policy-makers.
• Direct, coordinate and review the preparation of development project plans and modifications for redevelopment projects and tax increment financing districts.
• Direct and conduct in-depth development related research and analysis including compilation of demographic, economic, physical and financial data; conducting special research necessary.
• Direct the preparation of CPED’s annual and long-term program, project, department and division budgets and collaborate and assist the CPED Executive Director in the presentation.
• Direct the development and maintenance of procedural guides and the provision of ongoing training and consultation services for CPED Project Coordinators.
• Direct the provision of detailed information to CPED staff on legal and administrative procedures related to the development process and applicable laws, ordinances and regulations.
• Develop and propose detailed implementation and operating procedures for new projects and programs for CPED as requested.
• Negotiate or assist in negotiations with developers or other parties relating to development related transactions.
• Represent the CFO and CPED on special task forces, committees, and at seminars, conferences and community meetings.
• Respond to inquiries from City Elected Officials and other public and legislative bodies.
• Develop policy analysis and recommendations and present to elected officials for approval.
• Hire, train, develop, and provide leadership to the City’s Development Finance Division staff.

Position Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or Accounting (Masters Degree preferred) with five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in public development finance.

Other Required Qualifications
• Thorough knowledge of governmental accounting, budgeting and financial reporting.
• Thorough knowledge of community development financing methods and application, especially
Minnesota tax increment law and practice.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of urban planning and development.
• Knowledge of City and Finance Department goals, objectives, programs, policies and procedures.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent creative, analytical, organizational and listening skills.
• Demonstrated problem solving skills.
• Excellent leadership, supervisory, and negotiating skills.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully manage multiple tasks, often with short and competing deadlines.

Application and Selection Process
Please submit a cover letter and resume by December 5, 2008 to:

Bill Champa
250 South 4th Street, Room 100
Minneapolis, MN 55415-1339
bill.champa@ci.minneapolis.mn.us
612-673-3181 (office)
612-673-2508 (fax)

After review of the resumes, the Selection Committee will determine whom they would like to meet for a first interview. We anticipate first interviews will be held the week of December 15, 2008. Additional steps in this process may include informational meetings with Finance Department Management staff, a management assessment, drug and alcohol screening, and criminal background, credit and reference checks.

The City of Minneapolis is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Ramsey County Pt. Time - Home Visiting Program Analyst

The Family Health Section, St. Paul-Ramsey County Department of Public Health, Program Analyst position is part-time, 20 hours/week, flexible days and hours. Responsibilities will be assisting the Sr. Program Evaluator with nurse home visiting evaluations and managing several maternal/child health contracts with community agencies. The primary role will be data management and statistical analysis. The person selected for the position will be setting up systems for data collection, and will clean and extract data from the clinical medical record and other client databases and perform statistical analysis of the data. The person will also assist in preparing reports and publications. The position requires advanced knowledge and use of ACCESS, EXCEL , SPSS and other Microsoft Office 2007 applications. Experience with InDesign, Publisher and mapping software and is a plus.


For more information or to apply, visit: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/ramsey/default.cfm

Leadership Conference on Civil Rights Offers Fundraising Fellowship for Person of Color

The Carol H. Pitchersky Development Fellowship was established by the Leadership Conference on Civil Rights Education Fund (LCCREF) to develop and broaden the capacity of social justice organizations to raise funds necessary to serve their respective missions and further the civil rights community’s goals of equality, equal opportunity and mutual respect. The Fellowship program will identify and support persons of color who are aspiring development professionals, who have demonstrated a commitment to civil rights and social justice, and who wish to advance their careers in nonprofit fundraising. The 2009-2011 Fellow will be placed at the national office of the ACLU in New York City. To apply, download and complete the application form from http://www.civilrights.org/about/lccref/fellowship.html

The application deadline is January 15, 2009

The Fellowship includes:

A health and benefits package consistent with the benefits provided to regular staff members of the host organization;
Mentoring from one member of a committee of fundraising professionals dedicated to the institutional advancement of social justice and civil rights organizations. These individuals include colleagues of Carol H. Pitchersky who now serve as members of the CHP Development Fellowship Review and Mentoring Committee;
Association with a network of development professionals committed to and experienced in fund development, strategic planning and leadership in the civil rights and human rights community;
Training in development strategies and operations as they are applied to nonprofit organizations
in the social justice sector.

The salary range is from $40,000 to $65,000

Applicant Requirements: The Fellowship program will identify and support persons of color who are aspiring development /fundraising professionals, who are U.S. citizens and have demonstrated a commitment to civil rights and social justice, and wish to advance their careers in nonprofit fundraising. Fellows serve two-year terms of employment at organization in the social justice community.

For more information, contact the LCCREF Development Office at

(202) 466-1887 or email CHPFellowship@civilrights.org or go to http://www.civilrights.org/about/lccref/fellowship.html

Director, Project ReDesign

Project ReDesign at MAP for Nonprofits assists nonprofit organizations in evaluating and implementing mergers as a strategic option to maintain programming and organizational viability. The Director of Project ReDesign will be responsible for overall direction and management of the program, as well as providing consulting and facilitation services to clients undertaking merger.

As Project ReDesign is at the mid-point of a three-year pilot program, the Director of Project ReDesign will be responsible for developing a plan for program sustainability at the close of the pilot phase.

Experience and qualification requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent educational experience in related field; advanced degree preferred
• More than 5 years of management experience in the nonprofit community
• Expert in consultation and facilitation
• Experience assisting nonprofits through organizational transition; nonprofit merger experience preferred
• Experience in nonprofit revenue generation, fund development and budgeting
• Passion for assisting nonprofits in implementing strategies for sustainability
• Strategic thinker plus effective written and oral communicator

This is a full-time position. Competitive salary and benefits package.

Please submit letter of interest, resume and salary requirements to jalnes@mapfornonprofits.org.

Deadline for applications is December 1, 2008.

www.mapfornonprofits.org

Twin Cities Habitat -- Government and Community Relations Director – Full Time

Job Announcement

Lead a staff team responsible for Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity’s (TCHFH) Government and Community Relations functions and Transforming Hearts & Minds strategic initiative: Educational programs; Community outreach and organizing; Public Policy Advocacy; and State and Local Government relationships. Conduct advocacy through engagement of stakeholders including volunteers, supporters, partner families and staff.

Responsibilities include:

• Develop, implement, and manage on-going process of establishing and articulating TCHFH public policy priorities
• Develop and implement an outreach strategy to engage stakeholders in shaping and advising TCHFH positions
• Develop and leverage relationships with housing advocates in the region
• Connect TCHFH advocacy work with the HFHI advocacy initiative
• Recruit, supervise, train, and organize interested stakeholders in advocacy efforts
• Develop methods and opportunities for advocacy and lobbying including writing action alerts and event planning
• Develop and utilize technology to support advocacy efforts, including e-advocacy, action alerts, and web technology
• Ensure accordance with requirements for non-profits engaged in lobbying
• Lobby the legislative agenda with appropriate law makers
• Create and implement overall community outreach goals and specific strategies for increasing local involvement in Habitat projects throughout the metro area.
• Oversee expansion of TCHFH’s Housing Matters! program to increase awareness, knowledge and action in support of affordable housing
• Manage CHDO, local government relations for TCHFH with city, county and regional governmental units, and develop priorities and maintain relationships with builders and developers
• Acquire a minimum of $2 MM in public funding annually, through sources such as Minnesota Housing Finance Agency & HFHI to support TCHFH mission initiatives; manage, plan and execute department budget
• Lead team of assigned staff
  

Requirements:
Bachelors degree, preferably in public policy, political science, housing studies or community organizing, Master’s degree preferred. Candidates must have at least 8 years experience in policy development, issues advocacy and community organizing/citizens mobilization with at least 3 years supervisory experience. Experience with housing policy is highly preferred.

Ability to meet deadlines, use time efficiently, prioritize, work independently and as an effective team member is necessary. Good written and oral communication skills along with presentation skills are needed. Candidates must be able to work under pressure to handle frequent change, delays and/or unexpected events. Good interpersonal skills with an ability to work with a variety of people and occasionally handle difficult situations & conflicts with finesse is crucial. Excellent negotiation skills are also important. Proficiency with MS Office and applicable technological knowledge to administer e-advocacy software is required.

Candidates must have proven ability to supervise and motivate volunteers.

Most of the work for this job is conducted indoors at a desk, with some off-site meetings, including periodic exposure to dirt, dust, dampness, construction debris, extreme temperatures, construction noises, fumes and odors from working on or visiting residential construction sites.

Valid driver’s license with good driving record is required.

Application deadline: November ??, 2008.
Please submit cover letter, resume, and references to:

HR/Accounting Sr Associate
Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity
3001 4th St. SE
Minneapolis, MN 55414
Fax: 612-331-1540
OR apply online at: https://home.eease.com/recruit/?id=XXXXX
AA/EOE

APAC's Legal & Policy Director

APAC is a statewide organization of manufactured (mobile) home park residents and a national leader on manufactured housing issues. Based in St. Paul, APAC serves as a tenant's union for park residents in Minnesota and also has offices in Moorhead and Winona.

All Parks Alliance for Change

Legal & Policy Director

Organization Background. APAC is a statewide organization of manufactured (mobile) home park residents and a national leader on manufactured housing issues. Based in St. Paul, APAC serves as a tenant's union for park residents in Minnesota and also has offices in Moorhead and Winona. APAC has a primary focus on resident education, leadership development, and grassroots organizing. The organization's programs include tenant advocacy, community organizing, housing preservation, impact litigation, and state public policy advocacy.

Primary Responsibilities.

· Coordinate Legal Advocacy – Identify and file legal actions related to significant manufactured home park problems – such as park closures, health and safety issues, retaliation, etc. Oversee statewide tenant hotline and work with other staff and volunteers to ensure that proper information and assistance is provided to callers dealing with issues such as eviction and non-compliance notices, unreasonable management practices, etc. Participate in resident meetings to provide information about legal rights.

· Coordinate Public Policy Activities – Conduct policy research and develop bill language. Develop campaign fact sheets and briefing papers. Serve as the primary lobbyist on one or two legislative proposals. Work with other staff to engage residents and allies in the legislative campaigns.

• Supervise law clerks and legal volunteers.

Qualifications & Experience.

Required Skills: Law degree, membership in the Minnesota State Bar, community involvement experience, a commitment to social and economic justice, solid research and analysis skills, strong written and verbal communication skills, self-confidence and assertiveness, ability to work both independently and as part of a team, attention to detail, basic knowledge of computer hardware and software, willingness to work some evenings and weekends, a valid drivers license, and regular access to a vehicle.

Additional Helpful Skills: Familiarity with housing law and preferably manufactured home park law (MN Statute 327C), experience with the legislative process, community organizing or community leadership experience, and experience working in diverse communities.

Salary and Benefits. Annual salary of mid-30s to low-40s based on experience, with twice monthly pay periods. Benefits include health and dental coverage, ten paid holidays, ten vacation days, ten sick days, and one additional personal day.

To Apply. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis and will be accepted through November 7, 2008. Submit a cover letter and resume to: Dave Anderson, executive director. By mail to: 970 Raymond Avenue, Suite 105, St. Paul, MN 55114. By e-mail to: info@allparksallianceforchange.org. By fax to: 651-523-0173.

For more information call: 651-644-5525 or toll free 1-866-361-2722.

ACCAP property managment position

Anoka County Community Action Program, Inc. (ACCAP) is committed to helping individuals in Anoka County, Minnesota out of poverty and into the community as productive citizens.

Please share it with anyone you know that might be interested.


JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Title: Property Management/Rental Agent

Class Description: Property Rental Manager

Reports to: Multifamily Housing Director

Position Requirements:

Education: Bachelor Degree from four year college or university.

Experience: Two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Licenses required: Valid Minnesota Driver's License

Certifications Required: Tax Credit, Section 8 and HOME Program Certifications desirable.

Knowledge:

Knowledge of tenant/landlord law. Knowledge of Section 8 Regulations. Knowledge of Low Income Housing Tax Credit and McKinney HOME Program regulations as they apply to tenancy.

Abilities:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from regulatory agencies or members of the community. Ability to present information to top management and public groups.

Skills:

Mathematical and analytical skill to provide the ability to work with mathematical concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions for practical solutions. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.

Duties and Reponsibilities:
Keeps ACCAP rental units occupied with persons/families who are in compliance with the terms of their leases by: marketing available units; screening applications to approve/reject would-be tenants; executing leases; and taking appropriate steps up to and including unlawful detainer action when necessary to correct violation of lease terms. Communicates with tenants, tenant representatives, social service and community organizations, and resident managers. Administers Section 8 Housing Assistance contracts. Provides direction to resident managers. Completes property inspections for the purposes of determining tenant abuse of property and recommending improvements to property.

For more information, or to apply, contact Joanne Wright at jwright@accap.org

21st Century Community Learning Centers–Cohort 4 Grant Competition

21

st Century Community Learning Centers–Cohort 4 Grant Competition

http://education.state.mn.us/PAIEGMS/searchGrants.do?command=allactive

The Minnesota Department of Education is pleased to announce the 21

st Century Community

Learning Centers (21

st CCLC) –Cohort 4 grant competition. Approximately $3 million is

available to establish or expand high-quality afterschool programs that offer a broad array of

services and activities designed to reinforce and complement the regular academic program of

participating students before and after school, on school release days, weekends and school

vacation periods.

Examples of agencies and organizations eligible to apply for a 21st CCLC grant include, but are

not limited to: schools, school districts, non-profit agencies, city or county government agencies,

faith-based organizations, institutions of higher education and for-profit corporations.

Eligible applications must include a collaborative between a school or school district, and one or

more community-based organizations, faith based organizations or other public or private

entities. Applicants must primarily serve youth who attend high poverty schools or schools

eligible for Title I schoolwide programs.

The application packet and a link to a WebEx recorded presentation of the 21st Century

Community Learning Centers Cohort 4 Grant Application Workshop is available here:

http://education.state.mn.us/PAIEGMS/searchGrants.do?command=allactive

The direct link to the WebEx presentation is:

https://mde.webex.com/tc0409l/trainingcenter/record/navRecordAction.do?siteurl=mde&firstEnter=1

Applications must be postmarked by a U.S. Post Office, personally delivered to the

Minnesota Department of Education, or submitted to a delivery agent for delivery on or

before December 23, 2008.

Submit all questions and requests for additional information via email only to the following

email address:

MDE.Prev-Interv@state.mn.us

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Reviewers Needed

21

st CCLC Cohort 4 grant applications will be reviewed and scored by peer reviewers that reflect

the diversity of Minnesota's communities and will include youth. Individuals interested in

reviewing grants can sign-up at the following web address:

http://www.zoomerang.com/Survey/?p=WEB228E9XEFG2Z

Human Services Planner Position Announcement

Dear Colleagues,
I am writing to let you know that the DuPage Federation on Human ServicesReform is recruiting for a Human Services Planner. This person willcoordinate the new integrated planning and action project that theFederation is launching at the request of the DuPage Funders' Collaborative.


Please feel free to pass this on to people who you know who might beeffective in this role. The individual selected for this position will be anemployee of Northern Illinois University, assigned to the Federation underour longstanding management contract with the University, and accordinglywill have access to a full range of University benefits, including healthinsurance, disability, state university retirement etc. If there arequestions, please feel free to contact me. Thanks for your help.




- Candace King
Human Services Planner Position Announcement



Northern Illinois University's Center for Governmental Studies (CGS) seeksto add a Human Services Planner to the staff of its affiliate, the DuPageFederation on Human Services Reform. This position performs advanced levelprofessional human services planning functions to independently plan andadminister a county-wide program of human services planning.Responsibilities are broad in nature with general and limited technicalinstruction and require considerable independence in the selection ofcourses of action and resolution of complex or unique problems under limiteddirection.


The successful applicant must have a thorough knowledge of planningprinciples, practices, and techniques as they relate to human services andcommunity development; techniques of plan formulation and implementation;principles and practices of program management and administration; datacollection and analysis; and, principles and techniques of programevaluation and monitoring. The successful candidate must also have theability to prepare, research, develop, and administer plans based on surveyand analysis of data, citizen participation, and agency consultation;effectively respond to and reconcile competing interests; establish andmaintain effective working relationships; and communicate effectively, bothorally and in writing.


A master's degree in Planning, Public Administration, one of the SocialSciences or closely related filed, and at least three years of progressivelyresponsible professional experience in service program planning andadministration, with at least one year in area of assignment, is required.Competitive salary based on experience and full benefits.


Send a cover letter and resume by November 1, 2008 to:

Amy Snodgrass, *asnodgrass@dupagefederation.org*. AA/EEO Institution.

-- Candace M. King, Executive Director
DuPage Federation on Human Services Reform1
46 W. Roosevelt Road
Villa Park, IL 60181
Telephone: 630-782-4782
Fax: 630-516-1306
cking@dupagefederation.org
Affiliated with Northern Illinois University, Center for GovernmentalStudies

MN Census 2010 job openings

To apply with our Partnership Specialist position there are different communities they are looking for, applicants experienced with Native American Indian Tribes, Black communities, Bi-lingual in Spanish for the Latino community, etc.

Please feel free to pass on these job description to others. The deadline is December 31, 2008. I would suggest applicants to apply ASAP. The job will begin January 5, 2009. The sooner the better. Make sure to complete the three criteria evaluation questions on the last page. This must be in detailed, Make sure you do not say "please see resume" The Census looks at the Criteria Evaluation very closely and it is very important to them if applicants respond with relevant experience and in detail. They may send the resume to me or to our HR Department noted on the job description or to me on this email. With this position it is a temporary position until Fall 2010. There is no test requirement for this position. This position includes full benefits.

-- Ami Nafzger
MN Partnership Specialist
U.S. Census Bureau
anafzger2010@gmail.com
cell: 816-379-9195


The US Census Bureau has a growing number of Census 2010 job openings in the Twin Cities, Duluth, Bemidji, and Rochester.
you can scan the list at
http://www.mn2010census.org/employment.html#Open_Positions

From Dianne Haulcy: PLEASE HELP KMOJ RADIO

I am sending this out to my closest friends and collegues in the hope that you will be able to assist me. As you may or may not know, I am on the board of directors for the Center for Communication and Development / KMOJ radio.

We are going to be having a Radio A Thon next week, Sunday October 26 through November 1. We are in need of volunteers to help answer phones and take pledges at the office of KMOJ (1422 Lake Street) from AM to 8 PM starting on Monday morning. We would hope you could at least take an hour time slot but would welcome more.

Please let me know if you would be willing to take some time to help out KMOJ. If you are like me, you may have grown up listening to KMOJ when it was the only urban radio station in Minneapolis. At times for me, it was my connection to the community. Now it is our time to give back to what this station has given to us. We have a lot of great things planned for KMOJ in the coming few years and I would love for you to be a part of it.

If you are able to help out just email me back about when you might be able to help or if you know of someone else that might be able to help and I will get you back particulars.

Thank you.

Dianne Haulcy

Executive Director

Reuben Lindh Family Services

1501 Xerxes Avenue North

Minneapolis, MN 55411

763-521-3477 x225

"To preserve and nurture families in the context of their culture."

Please visit our website at www.reubenlindh.org.