SLU Public Policy Studies

IFES is pleased to announce its annual Manatt Democracy Studies Fellowship Program. Mr. Manatt, former U.S. Ambassador to the Dominican Republic and former Chair of IFES’ Board of Directors, and his wife Kathleen fund one fellowship (6-8 weeks, dates flexible) each year exclusively for graduate students at universities in the American Midwest. A PDF flyer and application are available at http://www.ifes.org/fellowships-manatt.html. Please distribute these widely.
 
The Manatt Fellow receives a stipend of $5,000 and works in our international headquarters in Washington, DC. Fellows are housed in IFES’ F. Clifton White Applied Research Center and benefit from access to IFES experts, IFES’ online Virtual Resource Center collection, and proximity to the various libraries and organizations of Washington.
 
Eligibility rules:
1)      Applicants must be returning graduate students in social science or public policy fields;
2)      Ph.D. candidates must have not yet completed their dissertations;
3)      Applications must be emailed or postmarked by 2 April 2010 to manattfellowship@ifes.org;
4)      Students must be attending a university in the American Midwest (Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Dakota, or Wisconsin).
 
Founded in 1987, IFES is an international, nonprofit organization providing professional support to emerging, electoral democracies. IFES currently has programs in over 20 countries supporting civil society groups, the rule of law, human rights, transparent governance and election administration. The Manatt Fellow will have the opportunity to work and learn with diverse professionals who have extensive experience elections and democratic development.
 
Again, I encourage you to share this opportunity with your staff and students. Feel free to contact me at manattfellowship@ifes.org for additional information.
 
Sincerely,
Jack Santucci
Research Associate
F. Clifton White Applied Research Center
International Foundation for Electoral Systems
(202) 350-6746
manattfellowship@ifes.org

Association for Public Policy Analysis and Management Position of Executive Director

The Association for Public Policy Analysis and Management (APPAM) is seeking an Executive Director to manage the affairs of the Association in its Washington, D.C. office.

APPAM is a nonprofit professional society dedicated to improving policy and management by fostering excellence in research, policy analysis and education. With an operating budget of around $1 million dollars, its membership includes approximately 2,000 individual scholars and practitioners as well as over 100 institutions, including a growing number outside the United States.

The successful candidate will work closely with the elected officers, a Policy Council (board of directors), and representatives of the institutional members to promote the Association’s mission. The Executive Director

•  Is responsible for the administration and operation of a large annual research conference in the fall (with attendance between 1,100 and 1,400) and a smaller spring issues conference.
• Negotiates contracts and agreements, including those related to the Association’s scholarly journal, websites, vendors, and relationships with other organizations in the field.
• Supervises the work of other Association staff in the areas of membership services, financial management, conference management and websites.
• Works closely with the Treasurer of the Association to prepare and monitor the Association’s budget.
• Works closely with the President and the Secretary to schedule and make all arrangements for meetings of the Policy Council and committees.
• Supports standing and ad hoc committees to promote strategies for enhancing the Association’s goals.
• Directs initiatives that foster participation in the Association by researchers, analysts and educators in the field.
• Manages efforts to enhance diversity among participants in all of the Association’s activities.
• Prepares reports pertaining to the Association’s operations for consideration by the officers and Policy Council.
• Represents the Association to other professional organizations and related institutions.

 The APPAM staff is currently comprised of the executive director, a full time database/information systems manager, and a temporary staff member who is responsible for financial management and memberships. The successful candidate may maintain that structure or work with the Executive Committee to develop an alternative system for managing the affairs of the Association.

 The Association seeks candidates with the following minimum qualifications:

• A master’s degree, preferably in public policy, public administration or a related field or its equivalent.
• At least 5 years experience with the management of a similar association or a nonprofit organization, or the equivalent.
• Demonstrated ability to run conferences and to work with leadership, as well as, vendors, planners and association committees.
• Strong organizational skills, such as the ability to work under tight deadlines with multiple stakeholders and with competing interests.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Demonstrated analytic skills; the ability to identify challenges and opportunities facing the Association and to offer feasible solutions for addressing them.
• Experience with data and content management systems.
• Experience with marketing programs to enlarge participation in an organization’s activities.
• Excellent outreach and networking skills.
• A commitment to the goals of the Association. Previous contact with the Association or its member institutions would be helpful but is not required.

 The successful candidate in this search must be available to start work by early May 2010.

 The starting salary will depend on the qualifications of the successful candidate and is expected to be in the range of $80,000 to $100,000, plus an excellent benefits package.

To apply please send application letter, resume, and names and contact information for three references electronically to: mrr84@cornell.edu.

Alternatively, application materials may be sent by mail to:

Melody Reinecke

Attn: APPAM ExDir Search

Department of Policy Analysis and Management

120 MVR Hall

Cornell University

Ithaca, NY 14853

Review of applications will begin immediately upon receipt and continue through the application deadline of March 10, 2010.

For more information about APPAM, please visit www.APPAM.org.

APPAM is an equal opportunity employer.

The Harry S Truman School of Public Affairs seeks applications and nominations for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position with teaching and research interests in public policy, public management or non-profit management.

Applicants for this position are expected to demonstrate high potential for scholarly research and publication as well as make teaching contributions at both the Masters and doctoral level. An earned doctorate (discipline open) is required at the time of appointment.

The University of Missouri is one of only a few public universities that has membership in the Association of American Universities and is classified by the Carnegie Foundation as a Doctoral/Research Extensive Institution. The University is building upon strengths in five strategic areas including energy and environment, health, food, new media, and science and technology. The Harry S Truman School of Public Affairs is one of sixteen schools and colleges at the University of Missouri. The Truman School currently employs more than twenty faculty and houses numerous research centers and institutes. The University of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply. To request ADA accommodation, please contact the Campus ADA coordinator at (573) 884-7278 or at HensonL@missouri.edu.

Send letter of application, vita and other supporting materials electronically to trumanjobs@missouri.edu.

Send three letters of reference to:

Dr. Lael Keiser, Chair of the Search Committee

Attn: Whitney Keller

Harry S Truman School of Public Affairs

University of Missouri

106 Middlebush Hall

Columbia, MO 65211-6100

Screening will begin March 1, 2010, but applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

February 12, 2010

Dear Colleagues,

The Lincoln Institute of Land Policy and the Department of Planning and Urban Form invite applications for Planning and Urban Form Research Fellowships in support of major research projects.

In this solicitation, we are seeking research proposals that address the theme of climate change, including:

• The effect of urban density, connectivity, and mix of land uses on greenhouse gas emissions.
• Regional planning responses to climate change, as are currently being implemented in California.
• Managing the risks presented by extreme weather, including increased flooding, wildfires, drought, and exacerbation of the urban heat island effect.

We particularly invite proposals from researchers who have not previously worked with the Lincoln Institute.

The full Research Fellowship Application Guidelines are available for downloading here. If after reviewing this material you have further questions, please contact fellowships@lincolninst.edu.

Applications are due by email on or before April 1, 2010.

Best regards,

Armando Carbonell
Senior Fellow and Chair, Department of Planning and Urban Form
Lincoln Institute of Land Policy
www.lincolninst.edu

The St. Louis Area City Management Association

Cordially Invites You To Our

2010 Graduate Student Networking Luncheon

Graduate Students in Public Administration and Related Fields

Considering Careers in Local Government

And

University Faculty and Advisors

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to meet and talk with City Managers/Administrators about local government issues and learn more about the profession.

Luncheon Program:

Striving for Higher Performance

The City of Collinsville staff will discuss their journey to achieving the City’s Vision through efforts focused on their Core Values of continuous improvement, employee engagement, customer focus, and financial stewardship.

Thursday, April 8th at Noon

Richmond Heights Community Center, “The Heights”

8001 Dale Avenue (just east of Hanley Rd.), Richmond Heights, MO.

RSVP REQUIRED:  E-mail:  staff@stlmuni.org or Call: 314-726-4747

Lunch for students will be free courtesy of SLACMA

Lunch for faculty and managers – $12

For more information, contact Julie Stone, Director, Local Government Partnership at 314-421-4220 or 618-274-2750

The International Faculty and Staff Association (IFSA), in
collaboration with the Department of Human Resources and the Office of
International Services, will hold a workshop on hiring international
faculty and staff and subsequent Labor Certification (H1-B visas and
Lawful Permanent Residency).  Those who are responsible for issuing
the original employment contract to newly hired faculty and staff,
international faculty, and graduating international students are
encouraged to attend the workshop.  The workshop will cover legal
issues related to Affirmative Action in hiring and the procedures of
Labor Certification.
 
What: Workshop on Lawful Permanent Residency
 
When: Monday, March 1, 2010, 11:00AM – 12:20PM
 
Where: Busch Student Center 253B and 253C
 
Speakers:
•       Ken  Fleischmann, VP, Human Resources
•       Simone Bregni, Past President, IFSA
•       Bert Barry, Director, Office of International Services
 
 
R.S.V.P. by Thursday, February 25, 2010, to Assako Holyoke
(holyokea@slu.edu) if you would like to attend.

The Institute for Research on Gambling Disorders is pleased to announce the availability of Exploration Grants of up to $5,000 for a one-year period. Funds can be used to support a broad range of research activities including:

Pilot data to complete an initial but unfunded project.
Pilot data needed for preliminary results.
New direction on a current project not otherwise supported.
Funded projects that did not build costs into budgets for services previously free or subsidized which now carry a cost.
 
Early-Stage Investigators are especially encouraged to apply.
 
Application Deadline: June 1, 2010
Notification: July 1, 2010
 
Visit www.gamblingdisorders.org/project-grants to download application materials and learn about forthcoming funding announcements on other new grant mechanisms.
 
Christine Reilly
Executive Director
Institute for Research on Gambling Disorders
100 Cummings Center, Suite 207-P
Beverly, MA 01915
Tel: 978-299-3040
E-mail: creilly@gamblingdisorders.org
www.gamblingdisorders.org
 
The Institute for Research on Gambling Disorders is an independent program of the National Center for Responsible Gaming.

Regional Planning agency seeks a Sr. Program Specialist in the Governmental Services Division.  This position will be responsible for leading and assisting with special projects including local government technical assistance, meeting and event planning, development of various newsletters and web resources; coordinating and providing assistance on local government management and operations consulting jobs. Specific duties include conducting pay and classification studies, writing position descriptions, conducting salary surveys, analyzing and developing pay for performance system; assisting with the coordination and management of the Local Government Training Institute (LGTI); duties include researching and staying abreast of local governments trends, developing course curriculums, securing speakers, managing outreach and onsite logistics; responsible for updating the comprehensive economic development strategy and assisting with enhancing economic development outreach and coordination.  Performs other related duties as assigned.  BS degree in Public Administration, political science, public policy or related field and 2 years experience in the public sector in the areas of management and operations, community development, human resources and/or economic development. Master’s degree preferred.  Strong proficiency  in  Microsoft Office package; strong oral, written, interpersonal, and communications skills; skill in establishing priorities and organizing work; ability to work independently with general instructions; must be multi-task oriented with the ability to deal with a variety of complex factors and situations.  Good Benefits Package.  Sal. Range $42,992 – $72,062.  For information visit www.atlantaregional.com; Apply on-line applications only at http://cyberrecruiter.atlantaregional.com EOE M/F/D/V

On Friday, February 26, SLUUPA will be hosting Courtney Sloger (online media specialist), Mark Phillips (Long-Range Planner) and Jennifer Ash (Real Estate Manager) from Metro Transit. They plan to lead a discussion on long-range plans for public transit expansion in the St. Louis region, the construction of the new Scott Avenue Transit plaza (Grand Metrolink Station), as well as the impact of the upcoming ballot initiative.

Proposition A, which will be taken to the polls on April 6, 2010 would raise sales tax in St. Louis County by 0.5%, generating an estimated $75 million per year for public transportation.

Should this initiative fail, Metro will be forced to cut nearly half of its bus routes and lay off 560 employees. Further, the St. Louis region will continue to fall behind peer cities in competitiveness.

Given the importance of these issues, we are opening up this event to everyone. Please invite all of your friends, as we hope to raise awareness at this critical time.

Date: Friday, February 26, 2010

Time: 5:30 PM

Place: Tegeler Hall, Room 102

RVSP: sluupa@gmail.com

Folks,

We ran into an unusual sticking point with the venue, so we may have to slightly postpone THE EDUCATION FORUM and GAME Night by a week or two.  Thus, we are actively looking for a new place to host CitiTalk-LIVE!!! soon, and we’ll let you know within a couple of weeks when we find an appropriate spot.

Thanks for your patience, and help,

Kwame
TCiF

 
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