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Administrative Staff

Last Modified on: 07/18/2008

new EVM Specialists (Job Code: WW/RS/8814) We are seeking Earned Value Management (EVM) specialists with at least 5 years of experience implementing EVM techniques in a Government contracting environment. Knowledge and working experience with ANSI/EIA -748 and EVM project management tools such as MS Project and COBRA are essential. Must also have working experience with the following EVM components: work breakdown structures, organizational breakdown structures, budgets, schedules, reports (in all five formats), forecasts, performance measurement baselines, and integrated master schedules. Qualified candidates should be able to prepare cost performance reports, cost schedule status reports, variance analyses, and explain corrective actions. This position also requires having excellent analytical and problem- solving skills, being a self-starter, having effective communication skills, and being able to interface effectively with all levels of management and clients. A bachelor’s degree is required, with a concentration in business or accounting preferred.

new Contract Specialist (Job Code: WW/AC/8314) We are seeking an individual to work with a senior contract administrator in the following areas: administering Federal, state, commercial contracts, and subcontracts and maintaining project and billing information in a Deltek/Costpoint accounting system. The successful candidate will be detail oriented, able to multitask, have a strong aptitude for numbers and be comfortable with Excel spreadsheets. Requirements include a degree in business administration as well as proficiency in Excel and Word and the ability to work well with clients and all levels of management and staff.

new Recruitment Specialist (Job Code: WW/BR/8750) We are seeking a human resources professional with 4 – 5 years of strong recruitment experience including critical input into recruitment methods and processes. The successful candidate will be engaged in the recruitment process from the recognition of the opening to the onboarding of selected candidates. Qualified candidates will also possess excellent communications skills (written and verbal) and the ability to work in an MS Office environment. Must have an aptitude to learn other software to accomplish HR-related tasks. Candidates should have a college degree in a related field, knowledge of employment law, particularly immigration, EEO, ADA, and ADEA topics. Knowledge of Kenexa/Brassring is a plus. Successful completion of a criminal background check is required.

new Human Resources Assistant (Job Code: WW/BR/8751) We are looking for a detail-oriented human resources professional to support our busy recruitment unit. Possible duties may include placement of advertisements, communications with applicants, reference checks, and education verifications. Qualified candidates will possess excellent communications skills (written and verbal) and the ability to work in an MS Office environment. Must have an aptitude to learn other software to accomplish HR-related tasks. Candidates should have a college degree in a related field with 1 – 2 years of experience in a recruitment support role. Knowledge of Kenexa/Brassring is a plus. Successful completion of a criminal background check is required.

new Human Resource Assistant (Job Code: WW/BR/8752) We are seeking a customer-focused candidate with prior human resource experience and/or education to respond to phone, email, and mail inquiries from employees covering a broad range of human resource topics. Candidate will also assist with production, maintenance, and distribution of hard-copy, electronic, and web-based communication materials. The ideal candidate will have excellent oral communication skills and good written communication skills. Experience in a related HR position or other customer service/call center position preferred. Successful completion of a criminal background check is required.

Human Resource Generalist (Job Code: WW/BA/8007) We are seeking a human resources assistant/generalist to join a Human Resources unit tasked with supporting nationwide telephone data collection efforts. This individual will assist in identifying potential leadership qualities in existing staff. Understanding of Federal employment laws and their application is critical; experience in a multi-jurisdictional role would be helpful. Qualified candidates will also possess excellent communications skills (written and verbal) and the ability to work in an MS Office environment. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree or higher in human resources or a related field and some experience in performance management and recruiting. Certification is a plus.

new Web/Multimedia Designer/Developer (Job Code: WW/GR/8315) We are seeking an experienced web developer and designer to work in our award-winning in-house Graphics Department. As a research corporation, we provide products for a vast variety of study areas such as health studies, education, the environment, and the sciences. This is an opportunity to work with a team of talented, highly skilled designers and with challenging projects. Requirements include having 2 -5 years of experience developing web sites using CSS and XHTML (for multiple browsers) and creating progressive interface designs. Advanced knowledge of Dreamweaver and Photoshop is required while knowledge of Database, net programming, accessibility, and usability experience is preferable. Technical skills are needed in the following areas: Actionscript 2.0 and /or 3.0, Lingo,. Javascript, PHP, and ASP. A background in using MySQl, and SQL Server is helpful and work with Flash and Director is a plus.

Proposal Editor/Coordinator (Job Code: WW/JE/8305) We are seeking a proposal professional to edit, coordinate tasks, and manage production of proposals and grants. Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree and 2 or more years of experience in a fast-paced proposal environment. Duties include copy editing and proofreading for accuracy, consistency, and conformity to style; understanding and following Federal, state, and private agency RFP requirements; and coordinating writing schedules, format, recordkeeping, reproduction, and delivery of proposals. Candidates must have excellent communication skills, familiarity with the GPO and Chicago style manuals, and be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Experience with Grants.gov and other electronic grants systems is a plus.

Resume Editor/Coordinator (Job Code: WW/JE/8309) We are seeking an editor to assume responsibility for coordinating the corporate resume system. Position involves a combination of editing and record-keeping activities including (1) collecting, organizing, and managing hard-copy and electronic versions of resumes for incoming staff; (2) writing and finalizing new resumes in accordance with resume style guide; (3) processing permanent resume updates; (4) coordinating regular updates across research groups; (5) developing database systems to track and record processes; and (6) coordinating and reviewing the work of staff assisting with these activities. Desired qualifications include strong copyediting and proofreading skills; experience in large-scale document management; ability to learn and consistently apply resume style guidelines; familiarity with GPO, Chicago, and/or APA style; ability to work quickly and accurately online; and ability to manage and track multiple tasks, work under time pressure, and keep excellent records.


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