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Posted June 25, 2008

Birmingham-Southern College’s Office of Communications has an immediate opening for a Director of College and Special Events to oversee an evolving and dynamic major and special events environment at the nationally recognized liberal arts college. Primary responsibilities include planning, coordinating, executing, and hosting major events in an effective, efficient, and creative manner, including special campaign and alumni events for the Office of Institutional Advancement. The director serves as the college’s resident expert in the area of events management to provide creative solutions and other support that result in successful event outcomes. The successful candidate will have a bachelor’s degree and a minimum of five years experience in a professional events-planning position. Excellent interpersonal, communication, time management, decision-making, customer service, relationship-building, and marketing skills; a demonstrated creativity in and strong knowledge of event planning and etiquette; good public speaking ability; and working knowledge of volunteer management are required. Qualified applicants should send a letter of interest with contact information for three professional references, salary requirements, and resume to: Birmingham-Southern College, Box 549090, Birmingham, AL 35254; fax (205)226-4627; email: humanresources@bsc.edu. BSC complies with the Alabama Child Protection Act of 1999. EOE.

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Posted June 11, 2008

UAB Creative Services  - Web Communications Manager

Under general supervision, this position manages the daily operations and administration of the Web communications function for UAB Web Communications or a large school, which may include supervising staff, managing project schedules, and overseeing the development of content of various University Web sites. Primary responsibility includes project management of the University's external and internal Web presence and online electronic media and communications projects. This position collaborates with the Office of the Vice President for Technology and works with vendors to carry out these initiatives. Assists in the development of and monitoring of assigned budget. Annual salary range: $48,204-$61,800-$75,396.

Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree preferably in PR, Marketing Communications or related field and four years of related experience in print or other marketing communications with experience in Web marketing communications or a Masters degree and one year of applicable experience. Experience building HTML, XHTML and CSS-based Web sites, working knowledge of programming languages, SQL databases, and web publishing software is strongly preferred.

Apply online at www.uab.edu.

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Posted April 22, 2008

UAB Comprehensive Cancer Center
Volunteer Coordinator (Program Manager I)


The volunteer coordinator (listed as Program Manager I) will be responsible for developing, implementing and managing a volunteer program for the UAB Comprehensive Cancer Center's Integrated Multidisciplinary Clinical Care Program. Duties will include building infrastructure with clinical units, recruiting and training volunteers and monitoring their daily assignments. This position will work closely with physicians, nurses and community members with the ultimate goal of enhancing patient experience with the help of volunteer greeters/navigators. This position requires a Bachelor’s degree and two years experience related to program management. A master's degree related to the program's content area preferred and will substitute for the experience requirement. Experience coordinating volunteers in a hospital setting preferred.

How to apply:
Please visit www.uab.edu and click on "Human Resources" and "Current Job Openings." Submit application for job entitled, "AG215M1 Program Mgr I."

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Posted April 22, 2008

Elements Communications Solutions, Inc.

1. Writer

Full-service public relations agency is seeking a seasoned writer for special assignments, including writing letters to explain issues and key subject matter, writing advertising copy and headlines, writing opinion editorials and participating in strategic planning as needed. English/ Journalism or Literature degree preferred but not required with 1 – 2 years experience. Interested applicants should email resume and three writing samples to jmathews@mindspring.com <mailto:jmathews@mindspring.com> or fax to 205-930-9399.

2. Project Manager / Writer

Full-service public relations agency is seeking a seasoned writer for special assignments, including writing letters to explain issues and key subject matter, writing advertising copy and headlines, writing opinion editorials and participating in strategic planning as needed. Project Management, English or Literature degree preferred but not required with 1 – 2 years experience. Must be well organized and have the ability to work with minimal supervision. Interested applicants should email resume and three writing samples tojmathews@mindspring.com or fax to 205-930-9399.

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Posted February 13, 2008

Volunteer Development Coordinator
Habitat for Humanity Greater Birmingham

Non-profit Christian housing ministry seeks candidate for entry-level position to assist Vice President Marketing & Development in recruitment and coordination of volunteers and volunteer activities to support the organization’s mission. Energetic, motivated, positive attitude and ability to work well independently. Computer skills required. No phone calls. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted. Fax inquiry to (205) 780-1800 or pburch@habitatbirmingham.org
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Posted January 3, 2008

Communications Specialist

American Cast Iron Pipe Company (ACIPCO)

Communications Specialist reports to the Communications Manager. Carries out all duties entailed in producing the weekly newsletter (ACIPCO News), serving as content planner, researcher, interviewer, reporter, writer, photographer, review/approvals coordinator, production coordinator, and editor. Meets weekly content and production deadlines. Develops the newsletter content plans and submits the plans to the Communications Manager for approval. Cultivates information sources throughout the organization and maintains good relationships at all levels. Stays abreast of labor, benefits, human resources, industry, safety, and marketplace issues that shape content decisions. Attends company meetings and events (some off site) as needed for content gathering. Multi-tasks these duties with other deadline and special project assignments from Manager. Serves on interdepartmental special project teams as assigned. Keeps newsletter content index up to date.

Requirements:

• Must exhibit a bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism or in a related field from an accredited four-year college or university. Proof of transcript required.
• Must exhibit at least two years of previous work experience in a position of responsibility that included content planning, writing, editing, and production of a corporate publication; or two or more years as a business reporter/writer for a newspaper or magazine. Portfolio of published work samples required.
• Must have a track record of accuracy in print and be an experienced proofreader.
• Must exhibit a working knowledge of the pre-press production process including conceptual design, content development, editorial process, photo composition, design and layout, and production coordination.
• Must demonstrate an excellent command of the English language including, grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Must exhibit the ability to write news and feature articles that are accurate, thorough, and easy to read in the inverted-pyramid style of writing; must be familiar with journalistic style reference books.
• Must exhibit good interviewing and listening skills and good note taking, fact gathering, and analysis skills.

Interested applicants may submit their resume by mail, fax or e-mail to:

Russell C. Bradley, SPHR, CM
Placement/Development Specialist
American Cast Iron Pipe Company
1501 31st Avenue North
Birmingham, Alabama 35207
Telephone: 205-325-8906
Facsimile: 205-307-2746
E-mail: rbradley@acipco.com

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