SLU Public Policy Studies

DIRECTOR
Douglas C. Greene Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship and
Small Business and Technology Development Center

Southeast Missouri State University seeks a dynamic and creative business professional to lead the Douglas C. Greene Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship and the Small Business and Technology Development Center. The successful candidate will demonstrate an entrepreneurial outlook, the ability to build stakeholder relationships, and the desire to work in an energetic, collaborative environment.

The position is available August 1, 2011, and will remain open until filled.  To ensure full consideration, application materials must be received by June 17, 2011.  For the complete job announcement and application process visit http://www.semo.edu/hr/employment/staff_vacancies.htm.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

The Administrative Assistant (Student Development AVP) position was just posted today.  If you know any quality candidates looking for this type of work, please direct them to the HR website to apply electronically.

Economic Development Specialist
City of Appleton

The City of Appleton is seeking a professional for the position of Economic Development Specialist.  This position is responsible for conducting and administering planning, economic development, and redevelopment programs and projects. The work involves managing the City’s industrial parks, coordinating and planning redevelopment projects, participating in land acquisition and business relocation, updating comprehensive plans and preparing related records and reports.  The incumbent will also perform the duties of liaison between neighborhood residents, business owners, multiple City departments, non-profit organizations and the private sector.  A bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, Economic Development, or related field, three to five years urban planning with economic development experience or equivalent combination of experience and training is required.  The starting salary range is $57,450-$68,931, plus an excellent fringe benefit package.  Regular attendance is required.  If you are interested in applying for this position, please complete an on-line application at www.appleton.org by no later than Sunday, June 19, 2011.   Resumes without an application will not be considered.

City of Appleton
Human Resources Department/6^th Floor
100 N. Appleton Street
Appleton, WI 54911
Phone: 920-832-6458
Email: humanresources@appleton.org

Equal Opportunity Employer

Business Development Intern (#10151)
 
About AmerenSt. Louis based Ameren Corporation (AEE) is among the nation’s largest investor-owned electric or gas utilities with approximately $24B in assets.  Ameren is the largest electric utility in Missouri and the second largest in Illinois.  Ameren’s 9,800 employees provide energy services to 2.4 million electric customers and 1 million natural gas customers throughout its 64,000 square mile territory.  Learn more at www.Ameren.com.
 
About the PositionTemporary full-time summer intern position for a graduate student.  Must be in student status.
 
The Business Development Intern (#10151) supports the implementation of community and business development programs designed to attract, expand and retain industrial/large commercial customers to the two-state service area in order to achieve corporate strategic goals.  Key responsibilities include:
·  Support the Business Development Executives in the preparation of business proposals, presentations and technical data compilation.  Assist in the management and tracking of business leads and compile aggregate data on project results.
·  Utilize technology software systems in support of the community and business development activities and coordinate the dissemination of resource information on such programs to Business Development Executives and community partners through training and data compilation.  Such software programs include, but are not limited to the iAvenue CRM system, synchronist customer retention software, Location One Information System and the Quality of Labor survey instrument.
·  Compile and analyze data on service area industrial sites/buildings, community profiles and specific industries for use in assessing business location potential and target markets for business attraction efforts.
·  Coordinate the creation of communication tools including online newsletters, webinars and website profiles aimed at economic development partners to enhance community understanding of Ameren economic development programs and to affect positive implementation of such programs at the local and regional level.
·  Establish and maintain constructive, professional relationships with key allies at the state and local levels who are actively engaged in the community and business development process and who are involved with existing customers in order to position Ameren to support the new business development process. 
·  To hold in confidence all information considered, “privileged” by prospective industrial/commercial clients considering the service territory for new location.  Maintain confidentiality of local, regional and state business development proposals.
 
QualificationsEducation: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university required.  Must be in student status pursuing a Master’s degree with coursework in business, marketing, urban/regional planning, public policy or geography also required. GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred.
 
Experience: Previous internships or Co-ops a plus, but not required.
 
Other: Ability to demonstrate excellent communication (written/oral) and interpersonal skills; ability to speak effectively to community and business leaders and to large groups.  Strong analytical skills with proficiency in computer applications, database management, and demographic analysis. Hours are flexible and can be scheduled to work around classes.
 
How to Apply
Apply online via our website www.ameren.com/careers  (job opening #10151)

The East-West Gateway Council of Governments has an opening for a Policy Research Analyst (Planner I) in the Department of Research Services. The chosen candidate for this position must have the ability to perform research and policy analysis related to social, economic, and public policy improvements. Candidate must demonstrate the ability to communicate and write effectively and perform research and analysis of demographic, economic, and political data and concepts. The position requires knowledge of the principles of urban and regional planning; knowledge of and an understanding of information systems and statistical software packages; retrieval and interpretation of data pertaining to population, housing, the economy, education, crime, health, government, and other related topics. A bachelor’s degree in public policy, political science, economics or a closely related field, and at least one year of related professional experience is required. A graduate degree may substitute for one year of professional experience. The salary range for this position begins at $33,948 annually, with actual starting salary based on background and experience. Applicants should submit a letter of interest and resume to East-West Gateway Council of Governments, Attn: Human Resources, One Memorial Drive, Suite 1600, St. Louis, MO 63102.

University of Southern California
School of Policy, Planning & Development
Announcing the Flournoy and Newland Professorships in Public Administration and Policy

The University of Southern California School of Policy, Planning, and Development (SPPD) invites nominations and applications for two newly endowed professorships, to be resident at the USC State Capital Center in Sacramento, California. We are seeking colleagues with demonstrated public sector research, university teaching, and professional experience who will expand the School’s existing strengths in state-level public management, institutions, public policy, and governance. Teaching responsibilities will be primarily in the State Capital Center, but may also include the Los Angles campus. A portion of one of the appointments will include duties associated with directing the Center.

Applicants for the Houston Flournoy Professorship in State Government should hold a doctoral degree and demonstrate excellence in research and teaching, with a capacity to integrate methods and insights across academic disciplines and bridge substantive policy fields. This is expected to be a tenured position, and the appointment will be made at the associate professor or professorial rank.
The Chester A. Newland Professorship of Public Administration is primarily a teaching-oriented non-tenure-track position designed for persons who combine demonstrated excellence in teaching and research with professional experience in public policy and public management. Applicants should hold a doctoral degree. Interest or experience in teaching in a distance modality is also valued.

About SPPD

The mission of the USC School of Policy, Planning, and Development is to educate leaders and produce knowledge that improves problem solving on the most critical issues facing society. Our ultimate goal is to contribute to the betterment of communities here and abroad. To that end, SPPD provides interdisciplinary solutions for the challenging and complex issues of governance, public policy, planning, management, and development. In addition, the school offers industry-oriented programs with a significant public-private interface in health policy and management and real estate development. SPPD offers professional master’s degrees, executive master’s degrees, doctoral programs, and an undergraduate degree.

SPPD has had a Center in the state capital of California, Sacramento, offering graduate degree programs, policy research, policy outreach, and leadership programs since 1971. With over 500 alumni, the SPPD Center in Sacramento has a well developed network of professionals in the region in public service and health care, as well as an Advisory Board of state executives, professional staff, appointed officials, and private sector leaders. Annually, the SPPD Center offers numerous courses in Sacramento for graduates students based in Sacramento and traveling in from Los Angeles.

USC is one of the nation’s premiere research universities, and SPPD currently has $37 million in active sponsored research, ranking third overall in funded research at USC on a per faculty basis. Much of the school’s research is conducted through its centers, institutes, and research groups. Among them are the Bedrosian Center on Governance and the Public Enterprise, the Center on Philanthropy and Public Policy, the Lusk Center for Real Estate, the Schaeffer Center on Health Policy and Economics, the Keston Institute for Public Finance and Infrastructure Policy, the Tomás Rivera Policy Institute, the Metropolitan Transportation Center (METRANS), and the Center for Risk and Economic Analysis of Terrorism Events (CREATE), the country’s first Homeland Security Center of Excellence.

For additional information, see our website: www.usc.edu/sppd/

Compensation and Benefits: The University of Southern California offers a competitive salary within an academic environment based on the candidate’s experience and accomplishments. The university also offers excellent benefits to employees, which include: health, dental and life insurance; tuition assistance; disability and retirement plans; credit union membership; and participation in cultural and social events, as well as access to athletic and recreational facilities.

An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer: USC is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer that actively seeks diversity in its workplace.

Where to Apply
For consideration, an application begins with a letter of interest and curriculum vitae. The committee may then request letters of reference and a writing sample. Materials may be submitted electronically to:
sppdhr@usc.edu

Consideration of applications and nominations will continue until the position is filled.

How will you choose to spend your summer?

Join the millions of volunteers, public servants and nonprofit professionals who heard the call to serve in the nation’s capital.

The Institute on Philanthropy and Voluntary Service offers you a chance to put your talents towards affecting change. Spend your summer in service while getting a hands-on learning experience in Washington, DC.

This summer’s IPVS application deadline has been extended to March 25, 2011 with scholarship funding available. You still have the opportunity to be placed in an internship that puts you on the front-lines of our nation’s recovery and renewal.

Spend your summer taking action and making an impact in the community. With IPVS you can:
Provide families with educational programs that combat childhood obesity.
Help to advance public health by conducting intake interviews.
Facilitate enrichment opportunities for at-risk youth that encourage future successes.
Translate legal service documents and consultations for low-income immigrants.
Raise money and awareness for diseases that affect millions.
Provide direct emergency services to clients at a homeless shelter.
Research nonprofit policy and report on agency benefits.
Engage the local community in a park clean-up that revitalizes urban green spaces.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
To take advantage of the extended deadline, please contact Mary Connell, Director of Recruitment and Admissions at mconnell@tfas.org or 800.741.6964. We will work with you to help you complete your application and ensure that it qualifies for the extended deadline.
For more information or to start an application, please visit our website at www.DCinternships.org/IPVS.
1706 New Hampshire Ave., NW
Washington, DC 20009

Looking for a full-time staff person to assist me in my Des Lee work on community development.  I am looking for someone who is not only skilled at research, but who also can go out in the community and do organizing and policy advocacy.  Above all, I am looking for someone who is a “self-starter” and “passionate about community development”.

Job Title:  RESRCH SPCLST SR
Job ID:   4165
Location:  St. Louis
Full/Part Time:   Full-Time
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Hiring Department:  Public Policy Research Center
Application Deadline:  April 1, 2011
Salary:  Minimum Salary:  $37,027

Teaching Assistant Professor in Public Administration,
School of Policy, Planning, and Development

The University of Southern California School of Policy, Planning, and Development (SPPD) seeks a non-tenure track teaching assistant professor appointment to teach courses in public administration and to assist with course development for the School’s distance learning initiatives associated with the Master of Public Administration. The appointment is expected to be at the junior level.

Position Description and Qualifications:
Applicants should hold a doctoral degree and demonstrate teaching capacity and expertise in the areas of intersectoral governance and public administration. The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. in Public Administration or a related field, an established record of excellent teaching in the areas of public administration and governance, and a strong interest or experience in distance education.

The appointment will involve teaching responsibilities in the School’s Master of Public Administration program, to include some combination of Intersectoral Leadership, Public Administration and Society, and Professional Practice of Public Administration.

The teaching appointment is expected to be made on a limited-term contractual basis, and is eligible for university benefits. Successful candidates may not hold teaching positions or adjunct appointments at another university during the term of the appointment.

Where to Apply:
For consideration, an application needs to include an introductory letter, curriculum vitae, names of reference (up to 3), and a writing sample. Materials may be submitted electronically. The application should be sent to the email address below:

Missouri Association for Social Welfare, providing leadership, research and advocacy for social justice since 1901, seeks committed professional for a full-time position of Project Coordinator with the Homeless Management Information System. (see Position Description below)
 
The HMIS Project administers an on-line database system that serves agencies providing shelter, housing and services to homeless individuals and families and those who are at risk of homelessness in 101 rural counties of Missouri.  For more information on this project please see the website www.masw.org/HMIS.
 
Please submit resumes no later than Friday, March 4, 2011.  Resumes will be accepted via 1) Email to wilson@masw.org, 2) Fax to 573-635-1648, or 3) U. S. Postal Service at MASW, Attn:  Sandy Wilson, 606 E. Capitol Ave., Jefferson City, MO  65101
 
Missouri Association for Social Welfare
Job Description
HMIS Project Coordinator
 
“It is the mission of MASW to provide the leadership, research, education and advocacy to improve public policies and programs impacting the health and welfare of all people in Missouri.”

“MASW envisions Missouri becoming a more just, equitable and democratic society that assures every person’s health, safety, security, independence, human rights, dignity and the opportunity to reach full potential.”

Purpose: To assist the Director of the Homeless Missourians Information System (HMIS) in the day-to-day operation of the project.  The purpose of the project is to help end homelessness by: establishing and maintaining a statewide on-line information network to improve the data collection efforts of homeless services providers; assisting provider agencies improve their services with better, readily-available information; supplying access to information necessary for providers to obtain funding for homelessness services and better serve their clients; and developing the information necessary to improve public policy toward homelessness.
 
Responsibilities:  Work with Director of HMIS & Special Projects to develop and maintain Policies and Procedures for the project.
·         Work with Director of HMIS & Special Projects to develop data quality monitoring tools.
·         Monitor data quality within the HMIS database system.
·         Produce database reports of agencies for quality data review
·         Work with the Director of HMIS & Special Projects to facilitate ongoing identification      
          and enrollment of agencies into the HMIS.
·         Provide technical assistance and educational outreach to providers of homelessness   
          services statewide through telephone, email, written contacts, quarterly regional
          meetings, and site visits.
·         Schedule and oversee ongoing database training facilitated by Municipal Information
          Systems Inc.
·         Conduct site visits with existing project participants, monitoring compliance and
          assisting with issues.
·         Facilitate the bi-annual sheltered point-in-time count for the Balance of State
          Continuum of Care.
·         Work closely with statewide policy makers and shelter directors in scheduling,
          correspondence and notices of meetings.
·         Coordinate printing of written materials, brochures, mailings, dissemination of
          materials, and meetings.
·         Assist in generating HMIS related information needed by Director of HMIS & Special
          Projects or Executive Director.
·         Prepare and submit required reports on the project to the HMIS Steering Committee,
          HUD and other grantors.
·         Maintain and develop e-community through list serves, newsletters and web site
          content.
·         Attend a variety of meetings relating to the HMIS project as directed by Director of
          HMIS & Special Projects.
·         Provide administrative assistance to the Director of HMIS & Special Projects.
·         Other duties as specified by the Director of HMIS & Special Projects.
 
Reports to: Director of HMIS & Special Projects.
 
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in field closely related to database management or public policy.  Any combination of education and relevant experience can substitute.
- Working knowledge and understanding of homelessness, as well as regional and community diversity within the State of Missouri.
- Working knowledge of Excel, Access, Word, and PowerPoint required; knowledge of HMIS data systems helpful.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Good written and verbal communications skills.
- Experience with public policy advocacy, not-for-profit associations and volunteer organizations helpful.
- Understanding of federal program requirements.
- A strong passion for social justice.
 
Logistics:
The office of the HMIS Project Assistant is in the Center for Social Justice, 606 East Capitol Avenue, Jefferson City, MO 65101.  Travel – mostly in-state – is required for site visits and meetings, and should not exceed 50%, with mileage paid by MASW at the current IRS rate, and with other approved expenses also reimbursed.  Some evening and weekend work will be necessary.
 
Compensation:
HMIS Project Coordinator is a full-time, professional position.  Starting salary range is $29,000 to $34,000 annually.  Position will be eligible for a cost of living adjustment, pending successful completion of performance expectations.
 
Benefits include health insurance, employer-match for IRA contributions, paid vacation, holidays and sick leave, as specified in the MASW Personnel Policy.