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Director of Business Development

Individual will identify, explore and develop vocational training and employment opportunities for adults with developmental disabilities. Applicants must have outstanding written and oral communication skills. This individual will develop product and service opportunities (traditional and non-traditional) with private and government entities. Ability to review capacity, determine fair market pricing, develop new business relationships and identify competencies required for each project. Applicants must have strong supervisory/managerial experience, working knowledge of Wage and Hour guidelines, quality control and familiarity with vocational training/employment grant sources. Applicants should also have sound knowledge in basic revenue models, p/l, forecasting, budgeting and tracking needed in conjunction withstrong Microsoft Office skills.

Director of Program Operations

Organized, dependable, energetic & creative individual needed to manage current & develop new programs for adults with Developmental Disabilities in concert with State & Federal regulatory & funding agencies. Duties also include all aspects of program oversight including staff training & grants management. Bachelors Degree in Human Services field, 5 years of progressive management experience & familiarity with corresponding regulatory bodies. Must have proven written & oral communication skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office Programs & familiar with local resources/program standards & financial statements. This is a full time position with benefits.

When applying for Director of Program Operation & Director of Business Development, please submit resume, salary range requirement and references to:

Shirley A. Balogh, President/CEO
Alliance for Independence
1038 Sunshine Dr. E.
Lakeland, FL 33801

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Posted by Emerge Lakeland

AMIkids Polk: Business Manager

Position Code: BUSMGR
FLSA Status: Exempt
Department: Program Adm
Reports to: Executive Director

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AMIkids is a non-profit dedicated to helping troubled youth develop into responsible and productive citizens. AMIkids’ mission is to protect the public safety and positively impact as many youth as possible through the efforts of a diverse and innovative staff. AMIkids works in partnership with youth agencies, local communities and families.

General Description of Duties
The Business Manager assists the Executive Director in the administration with various program functions, e.g., personnel management, financial management, board relations, fund raising. Employee maintains confidentiality of sensitive information, facilitates efficient program operations, and assists in creating an effective work environment. Position may supervise entry level support staff.

Primary objective is to support the AMIkids’ mission and Personal Growth Model, providing a safe and successful learning environment for troubled youth, while encouraging social and emotional development through the achievement of academic and personal goals.

Minimum Education, Training and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Education or related field; supplemented by one (1) to two (2) years management experience; or any combination of education, training and experience equal to or greater than defined regulatory requirements.

Physical Requirements

Tasks involve the ability to exert very moderate physical effort in light work, typically involving some combination of sitting, standing, walking, repetitive motions and finger dexterity, and which involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (12-20 pounds). Tasks may involve the intermittent performance of extremely physically demanding work, involving restraining procedures and physical intervention using a nationally recognized or state required nonviolent technique (weight exceeding 150 pounds).

Certifications, Licenses and Registrations

Must satisfy criminal background check and drug screening as defined by state requirements.
Must satisfy physical abilities and medical testing as defined by federal regulations.
Must obtain and maintain appropriate crisis intervention and physical restraint training and certification as defined by state requirements, e.g., Protective Action Response (PAR), Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI), Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI), Safe Crisis Management (SCM).
Must obtain and maintain current CPR and First Aid Certification by nationally recognized organization.
Must possess and maintain valid driver’s license in the state of employment; may be required to obtain and maintain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with passenger and school bus endorsement.
Must successfully complete online Business Manager testing, e.g., Microsoft Excel and Outlook, Business Writing, and Accounting terminology.

For more information please contact Monti Sommer, Executive Director, at Polk-ED@amikids.org

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Posted by Emerge Lakeland

Black & Brew is hiring a full-time kitchen manager.

Application: http://www.blackandbrew.com/careers
Address: 205 East Main St., Lakeland, FL 33801
Phone: 863.682.1210

Resumes / applications may be e-mailed(chris@blackandbrewcoffee.com), faxed (863.682.1214) or hand delivered.

Title: Kitchen Manager

Reports To: GM

Direct Charge Over: Hourly Back of House (B.O.H.)

Summary of Position:
Directly responsible for all kitchen functions including food purchasing, preparation and maintenance of
quality standards; sanitation and cleanliness; training of employees in methods of cooking, preparation,
plate presentation, portion and cost control, and sanitation and cleanliness.

Duties & Responsibilities:
- Ensure that all food and products are consistently prepared and served according to the
restaurant's recipes, portioning, cooking and serving standards.
- Assist GM in making employment and termination decisions including interviewing, hiring,
evaluating and disciplining kitchen personnel as appropriate.
- Provide orientation of company and department rules, policies and procedures and oversee
training of new kitchen employees.
- Fill in where needed to ensure guest service standards and efficient operations.
- Prepare all required paperwork, including forms, reports and schedules in an organized and
timely manner.
- Ensure that all equipment is kept clean and in excellent working condition through personal
inspection and by following the restaurant's preventative maintenance programs.
- Work with restaurant managers to plan and price menu items. Establish portion sizes and prepare
standard recipe cards for all new menu items.
- Ensure that all products are ordered according to predetermined product specifications and
received in correct unit count and condition and deliveries are performed in accordance with the
restaurant's receiving policies and procedures.
- Control food cost and usage by following proper requisition of products from storage areas,
product storage procedures, standard recipes and waste control procedures.
- Oversee and ensure that restaurant policies on employee performance appraisals are followed and
completed on a timely basis.
- Notify GM of labor requirements for special events and catering.
- Be knowledgeable of restaurant policies regarding personnel and administer prompt, fair and
consistent corrective action for any and all violations of company policies, rules and procedures.
- Oversee the training of kitchen personnel in safe operation of all kitchen equipment and utensils.
- Responsible for training of all restaurant personnel in cleanliness, sanitation, and food safety
practices.
- Responsible for developing and maintaining appropriate cleaning schedules.
- Check and maintain proper food holding and refrigeration temperature control points.
- Provide safety training in first aid, CPR, lifting and carrying objects and handling hazardous
materials.
- Maintain and update inventory checklists.
- Maintain and update opening and closing checklists.
- Perform other responsibilities and duties determined by G.M.

Qualifications:
Be 21 years of age.
Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
Have a vehicle and the ability to make deliveries.
Be able to communicate and understand the predominant language(s) of the
restaurant's trading area.
Have knowledge of service and food and beverage, generally involving at least two years of back-of-the-house operations experience in management positions.
Possess excellent basic math skills and have the ability to operate a cash register or POS system.
Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to five hours).
Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 50 pounds.
Must have the stamina to work 45 - 50 hours per week.

Location: Black & Brew- Lakeland, FL
Compensation: $22,000 + bonus opportunities

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Posted by Emerge Lakeland

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES
This is a new position and the selected applicant will have great latitude to work across a
variety of disciplines that include Urban Planning, CRA Planning and Projects, Project
Management, Affordable and Workforce Housing, Public Housing and Economic Analysis. The
Project Manager is responsible for the administration and implementation of planning projects,
and technical research documentation related to redevelopment plans, feasibility studies and
similar. Responsibilities in housing include regulatory compliance and monitoring of real estate
transactions, construction administration and sales transactions, market analysis, community
outreach and public speaking.

The Project Manager is responsible to coordinate with the current team on project data,
tracking, preparing required periodic reports and maintaining statistical data related to
redevelopment programs; managing community meetings, and communicating with program
partners, clients and the general public and public officials. This is a new position that works in
collaboration with the Program Manager and other team members.

SPECIAL SKILLS OR QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
Detail oriented with excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing. Ability and
eagerness to learn new programs and design new systems. Ability to prepare and review
complex studies and reports that include financial data. Strong research and analytical
abilities essential, as are excellent computer skills. Experience with federal grant programs
helpful, but not required. Familiarity with real estate terminology, development processes,
budgets, and transactions is preferred.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Completion of a Bachelors degree in urban or regional planning, business, public
administration, or a closely related field. Masters Degree in related field is preferred.
Certifications including AICP, CEcD, AIA or similar preferred. Significant work experience in
applicable field is required.
Periodic evening meetings, occasional overnight travel and local travel required. Open until
filled. EOE/ADA/drug-free workplace. Salary commensurate with education/experience.

Please submit resume and cover letter to either: Redevelopmentjob@aol.com
or:
Redevelopment Manager
Swan Development Advisors, Inc.
P.O. Box 2097
Lakeland, FL 33806-2097

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Posted by Emerge Lakeland

OCCUPATION PROFILE
Working Title: Students Working Against Tobacco (SWAT) Coordinator
Broadband/Class Level: HEALTH EDUCATORS - Level 3 21-1091-03
Pay Grade/Pay BBroadband/Class Code: and: BB007
Position Number: DOHHe1237 Closing Date: 8/21/2009
Location: BARTOW County : Polk County

Annual Salary Range : $28,093.00 - $40,000.00 annually
Announcement Type: Open Competitive
Facility:

DESCRIPTION:
The State of Florida is an AA/EEO employer. Pursuant to Chapter 295 Florida Statutes, veterans and spouses of veterans may receive preference in employment and are encouraged to apply.

***This position is being advertised pending approval***

This is a highly responsible, fulltime professional position assigned to the Health Promotion and Preparedness Division of the Polk County Health Department and is responsible for coordinating youth and young adult tobacco prevention and control activities at the county level. The activities focus on: (1) preventing initiation among youth and young adults; (2) eliminating secondhand smoke exposure and; (3) promoting cessation from tobacco use. This position serves as a liaison between the county health department, headquarters, and the Statewide SWAT Coordinator. This position requires the ability to work independently and to work with youth, young adults, and adults. Public speaking and coalition building skills are required; policy development, marketing, and public relations experience is preferred. The person in this position must also have a working knowledge of computers and possess word processing skills. This position requires occasional travel and weekend and evening hours. This is a tobacco-free position, and a background check will be required.

Preventing Initiation Among Youth and Young Adults (60%)

Actively promote Students Working Against Tobacco (SWAT) activities in schools, churches, community-based organizations, malls, and other areas where youth congregate.
Recruit youth for participation in Polk County SWAT and the Tobacco-free Community Partnership following the partnership work plan and guidelines set forth by the DOH Community –Based Interventions Program.
Work with local schools and youth organizations to plan and implement anti-tobacco activities and youth advocacy programs.
Work with school administration and staff to establish and maintain SWAT teams in middle and high schools.
Recruit SWAT advisors at schools and other community-based organizations to establish and maintain SWAT clubs.
Work with local colleges to plan and coordinate anti-tobacco activities and advocacy programs.
Assist SWAT youth in planning, implementing, and completing activities related to SWAT and the Tobacco-free Community Partnership.
Attend and participate in Polk County Tobacco-free Community Partnership meetings.
Coordinate and attend all countywide SWAT meetings and events.
Serve as a mentor to SWAT youth by providing a positive role model of effective leadership and empowerment.
Attend individual school SWAT team meetings as time allows or as needed.
Correspond with youth via appropriate media regarding meetings, presentations, events, and programs.
Provide resource information/materials to assist SWAT advisors and clubs in accomplishing goals set forth in partnership work plan.
Coordinate transportation for youth members to meetings and tobacco prevention activities/events as needed.
Transport and chaperone youth volunteers/advocates to local, regional, state and/or national tobacco prevention and control trainings, events, meetings, functions or activities, etc, upon receipt of written parental consent. Transport may be with a state or county vehicle, with the employee’s own personal vehicle or rental vehicle.
Work with youth to develop team and membership guidelines and by-laws.
Support and assist law enforcement activities limiting youth access to tobacco products through retailer compliance checks.
Promote youth empowerment by facilitating activities to increase knowledge of tobacco issues and prevention; advocacy training and policy development.
Secondhand Smoke and Cessation (25%)

Promote the Florida QuitLine and local tobacco cessation services to the community.
Assist the Tobacco Program Manager to develop and implement counter-marketing strategies.
Assist the Tobacco Program Manager to develop policies for local businesses and public areas, to effectively reduce tobacco use, access to tobacco products and exposure to secondhand smoke.
Coordinate youth media activities with Department of Health Access and Tobacco (DHAT) marketing program and Polk County Health Department Public Information Officer.
Coordinate program activities with the Health Promotion & Chronic Disease Prevention staff, WIC, and other health department staff as needed.
Represent the County Health Department at community events and functions.
Provide administrative support for tobacco prevention and control for the Tobacco Program Manager.
Other (15%)

Attend required team meetings, training and in-service programs for job competency. Completes all mandatory trainings as required.
Maintain computer competency necessary for job performance.
Submit regular reports as required to ensure appropriate progress on work plans.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Emergency Duty: Incumbent may be required to work during or beyond normal work hours or days in the event of an emergency. Required duties may include working in special needs or Red Cross shelters, or the performance of other emergency duties including, but not limited to, responses to or activities involving any disaster or threat of disaster, man-made or natural.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
Knowledge of tobacco prevention and use reduction in the area of cessation, secondhand smoke, and youth prevention. Knowledge of tobacco prevention resources. Knowledge of coalition development. Knowledge of procurement procedures and methods. Knowledge of financial systems for tracking encumbrances and payments. Knowledge of evaluation methods and practices. Ability to develop, plan, implement programs. Ability to work with youth and adults. Ability to prioritize and organize work assignments and work independently. Ability to build and maintain partnerships. Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision. Skilled in written and oral communications.

________________________________________________________________________________
Responses to qualifying questions must be verifiable by experience stated on employment application.
Requirements:
Certifications Drivers License
Closest Major City Bartow
Occupation HEALTH EDUCATORS
Education Bachelors (or equivalent work experience)
Job Type Full Time
Region/County Polk County
Percent of Travel 50-75%

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Posted by Emerge Lakeland

Project Coordinator and Administrative Assistant Job Opportunities Available at Swan Development Advisors, Inc.

PROJECT COORDINATOR
Description of Duties
Under general direction, the Project Coordinator performs professional administrative
tasks associated with neighborhood housing and redevelopment activities. The Project
Coordinator is responsible for assisting in the administration of projects, technical
research and regulatory compliance monitoring of real estate transactions, construction
administration and sales transactions.

The Project Coordinator is responsible for project data, tracking, preparing required
periodic reports and maintaining statistical data related to redevelopment programs;
managing community meeting logistics, and communicating with program partners,
clients and the general public and public officials. This is a new position that works in
collaboration with the Program and Project Managers.

Special Skills or Qualifications Required
Detail oriented with excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing. Ability
and eagerness to learn new programs and design new systems. Ability to prepare and
review complex studies and reports that include financial data. Strong research and
analytical abilities essential, as are excellent computer skills. Experience with federal
grant programs helpful, but not required. Familiarity with real estate terminology,
development processes, budgets, and transactions is preferred.

Training and Experience
Completion of a Bachelors degree in urban or regional planning, business, public
administration, or a closely related field preferred. Community college and/or
significant work experience in applicable field or discipline may be substituted.
Occasional overnight travel. Frequent evening meetings and local travel required.
Open until filled. EOE/ADA/drug-free workplace

Please submit resume and cover letter to either: Redevelopmentjob@aol.com
Or
Redevelopment Manager
Swan Development Advisors, Inc.
P.O. Box 2097
Lakeland, FL 33806-2097

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Description of Duties
Administrative Assistant is responsible for providing technical and administrative
assistance for housing, community development and urban planning programs as
required. Essential job functions include providing assistance in the planning and
administration of programs and projects, drafting correspondence, interacting with
members of the public and program vendors; produces proposals, reports, and
manages various general office duties.

Performs secretarial and administrative support functions for managers, supervisors and
staff; types, formats, edits, revises, proofreads: creates materials for public
presentations; composes correspondence, reports and informational materials;
proofreads and checks typed and other materials for accuracy and completeness and
for compliance with policies and regulations. Performs other related duties as required.
Excellent written and verbal skills required.

Training and Experience
Bachelors or Associates Degree preferred. College coursework or high school graduate
with significant experience, and at least three years of increasingly responsible office
administrative, specialized administrative support or secretarial experience required.
Occasional overnight travel. Frequent evening meetings and local travel required.
Open until filled. EOE/ADA/drug-free workplace

Please submit resume and cover letter to either: Redevelopmentjob@aol.com
Or
Redevelopment Manager
Swan Development Advisors, Inc.
P.O. Box 2097
Lakeland, FL 33806-2097

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Administrative Assistant to Business Development Office
ASC geosciences, inc.

This position provides high-level administrative support to the Director of Business Development & Marketing, as well as other management staff as needed with minimal supervision. This position requires a candidate with extensive editing, computer, and customer service skills as well as attention to detail, problem solving skills, fast/focused under pressure, and professionalism dealing with diverse communication styles and people. Some weekend and evening hours required as needed. Pay ranges $12.00/hr to $15.00/hr. Company benefits are provided after 90 days.

Duties & Responsibilities: Assist with scheduling a challenging and ever changing array of appointments, meetings, and travel as needed; Assist with the preparation of routine and non-routine reports and proposals for prospective and existing clients; Coordinate travel arrangements as needed; Manage and organize off-site and on-site meetings/seminars; Prioritize day-to-day projects/commitments; Day-to-day appointment management, data entry, marketing coordination/development support, preparation of correspondence/email and newsletters/brochures/handouts and press releases, answer phones, filing, maintain archives of press releases/photos/promotional materials/forms/business cards/samples/etc., make copies, send/receive faxes, mailings, marketing database updates, surveys, direct business inquiries to appropriate staff, database maintenance, assistance with special events/conference/tradeshow exhibit coordination, update corporate Statement of Qualifications.

Qualifications: High school diploma, college education preferred. Position requires ability to manage multiple priorities, close attention to detail; and strong analytical, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, as well as customer service skills. Proficiency in Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, Adobe (varied), varied database programs, graphic design, internet research, and typing skills. Must be self-motivated with superior organizational skills. Ability to follow established, detailed procedures is at times required. Position also requires discretion and confidentiality. Some travel required.

E-mail resume to mbfrey@ascworld.net

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Posted by Emerge Lakeland

Heartland for Children Employment Opportunity

Licensing Specialist
Job Code: SR JOB ID: 09-04

This is a professional position responsible for the licensing and
retention of foster family homes, providing support to new and existing parent/families and providing resources and training opportunities. Effective performance requires independent judgment under some guidance.

Specific Duties include:
Essential Functions: establish and maintain a positive working relationship with HFC customers, recruit and pre-screen prospective foster families for MAPP Orientation classes, train pre-service/in-service training for foster parents, review all licensing and re-licensing home studies for accuracy and compliance with licensing regulations, assist with licensure problem resolution, assist in the development of tracking systems , ensures all screening requirements completed in a timely manner, arrange and participate in retention and recruitment activities, recruit and pre-screen prospective Foster Families, monitor the ongoing development of Life Books, set-up pre-service/in-service training notify parents and encourage participation, train pre-service/in-service training for foster parents,conduct initial home studies, and secure signatures as required within the specified time frames, monitor, completion of training requirements for Foster Families, notify parents of training hours by letter, participate in recruitment activities, provide ongoing support, resources and referral information to Foster Families, ensures all screening requirements completed in a timely manner, conduct MAPP Training and Orientation Presentations, demonstrates cultural and age-specific, competencies in interactions with clients, families,co-workers and customers and completes special projects as assigned within designated time frames.

This position requires a Bachelors degree in Social Work or related
field and will be required to obtain certification as Child Protection
Professional. Experience in Licensing is strongly preferred.

We offer an excellent benefits package with tuition assistance, group
health, RX, dental insurance, wellness programs, domestic partner
coverage, retirement & generous paid time off. Fax resume with job code 863-534-9215 or Email to jbobb@heartlandforchildren.org Drug free Work Place, Drug Testing Req. EOE M/F/D/V

For more information, please contact Jacquelyn Bobb at 863.519.8900 ext. 291

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Posted by Emerge Lakeland

The Polk County Elections Office will hold informational meetings for voters who are interested in going to the next level....serving as important Election Day workers.

Openings for these paid positions are available for enthusiastic workers who understand the value of great customer service and want to be a part of this important team!


Saturday, September 13th 10-11am
Chain of Lakes Convention Center
Winter Haven

Tuesday, September 23rd 10-11am
Bartow Civic Center

Saturday, October 6 5:30-6:30pm
First United Methodist church
Lakeland


Reserve your seat now! Pollworker@polkelections.com 534-5858

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Posted by Emerge Lakeland

Solicore is a worldwide leader of embedded power solutions, offering its Flexion product portfolio of advanced ultra-thin, flexible, lithium polymer batteries for powered cards, RFID, and micro medical devices.
Available positions include:
• Machine Maintenance Technician - Night Shift (5 p.m.-5 a.m.)
• Director of Equipment Engineering
• Product Manager
• Battery Process Engineer
• Controls Engineer
• Quality Assurance Manager
• FMEA Engineer
• Battery Design Engineer
• Mixing and Coating Engineer
• R & D Lab Technician

Please email Christel Lilly at clilly@solicore.com for more information or complete job descriptions!

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Posted by Emerge Lakeland

Job Purpose

The Director of Advancement creates and oversees the implementation of a strategic approach to advancing community awareness of A Woman’s Choice.

The Director of Advancement will also create and implement a strategic approach to fundraising which may include major gifts, corporate donations, grant solicitation, and in-kind resources.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

The Director of Advancement will perform some or all of the following duties:
- Promote the organization
- Plan fund development
- Organize fund development activities
- Staff fund development activities
- Manage fund development budget

For more information, contact:

Krista Yurchak
Executive Director
A Woman's Choice, Inc.
1234 E. Lime Street
Lakeland, FL 33801
Phone 863-683-2341
Fax 863-683-2694
kyurchak@awomanschoice1.org

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Posted by Emerge Lakeland

Position: Dynamic "Right Arm"

Lakeland Vision, a nonprofit organization focused on aligning community action with the priorities voiced by the people of Lakeland, is looking for an exceptional part-time staff person. He/she will work closely with the Executive Director to assist in the execution of a community-wide visioning program. Successful candidate will be a dependable, flexible, organized "people person," passionate about Lakeland. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Access required. Flexible work hours. Some evenings and weekends required. Florida DL and dependable transportation required. This is a temporary position concluding in March 2009. Non-smoking work environment.

Application deadline: 7/3/08

Please send cover letter, resume, and 3 references to:
Lakeland Vision, Inc.
P.O. Box 1582
Lakeland, FL 33802

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Solicore is a worldwide leader of embedded power solutions, offering its Flexion product portfolio of advanced ultra-thin, flexible, lithium polymer batteries for powered cards, RFID, and micro medical devices.
Available positions include:
• Machine Maintenance Technician - Night Shift (5 p.m.-5 a.m.)
• Director of Equipment Engineering
• Product Manager
• Battery Process Engineer
• Controls Engineer
• Quality Assurance Manager
• FMEA Engineer
• Battery Design Engineer
• Mixing and Coating Engineer
• R & D Lab Technician

Please email Christel Lilly at clilly@solicore.com for more information or complete job descriptions!

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Posted by Emerge Lakeland

AMI Lakeland is currently looking to fill a part time position: MOTIVATIONAL INSTRUCTOR

AMI Lakeland is looking for a person that can motivate and hold accountable youth (ages 14-18) in a structured, behavior modification program. The individual must be able to keep the attention of the youth while at the same time teach specific skill classes. The position is for a part time instructor that can work 15-20 per week, (3:00/4:00pm) – (6:00/7:00pm): Mon-Fri. The hourly rate is based on experience and education ($8 to $11 per hour). Due to contact requirements, this position must be filled with a male instructor.

PLEASE FORWARD THIS E-MAIL ONTO SOMEONE YOU THINK MIGHT BE INTERESTED!

All interested parties please e-mail or fax your resume to the following:
E-mail: cfmi-ed@amikids.org
Fax 863.682.7660

ESSENTIAL OPERATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
• Ensures the safety and supervision of all students in accordance with all-operational policies.
• Assumes and assist with responsibilities of the Director of Operations in his/her absence as directed.
• Facilitates and participates in staff meetings and staff training sessions.
• Makes a positive impact on the Institute Staff through role modeling, development and motivation through continuing education, training, and performance appraisals and agreements.
• Assists in the implementation of new policies and procedures.
• Serves as advisor and positive role model for assigned students.
• Prevents and intervenes in student altercations and incidents.
• Assumes supervision responsibilities for absent instructor as directed by supervisors.
• Actively participates and acts as lead supervisor in trips, special activities that involve recreational sports, facility and equipment cleaning, grounds maintenance, and equipment relocation that may require sleeping in tents, boats, institutes, etc. under varying weather conditions and that may require extended 16-hour workdays/24 hour on-call status.
• Must have or be able to get CDL license. Drives institute vehicles as required in accordance with the Van Policy.
• Satisfy criminal background check and drug screening per state requirements.

All interested parties please e-mail or fax your resume to the following:
Fax 863.682.7660
E-mail: cfmi-ed@amikids.org

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Posted by Emerge Lakeland

POSITION DESCRIPTION
Director of Donor Relations
Florida Southern College

Reports to: Vice President for Advancement
Qualifications: four-year degree in business or communications, 3 years’ experience in fundraising or management.

Description of position: The Director of Donor Relations is responsible for planning and managing events and communications for all development activities and serves as the coordinator for stewardship activities and communication with all donors.

Essential job requirements:

1. Assist with planning and oversight of all development-related special events and stewardship program.
2. Oversee stewardship, communication and activities for the College's scholarship program, including communication with donors, scholarship recipients, academic departments, and the Office of Financial Aid and coordinating annual scholarship event
3. Coordinate all activities of and communication with the President’s Council and the National Alumni Board of Directors
4. Assist with annual fund as needed.

Other duties:
Other duties as assigned by the Vice President for Advancement.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Interpersonal Skills: The Director of Donor Relations must possess good communication skills, both verbal and written; exemplify a professional demeanor; be able to build and maintain effective working relationships with diverse personal styles; have good telephone and customer service skills; possess a high degree of flexibility in interaction with people; maintain a positive attitude; demonstrate the ability to keep confidences when necessary; have excellent event-planning and coordinating skills, and have the ability to handle diverse types of work assignments.
Required: Computer literate; well-developed organizational skills, especially in planning and organization; strong management skills.
Desirable: Knowledge and experience with Florida Southern College.

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Posted by Emerge Lakeland

POSITION DESCRIPTION
Director of Development
Florida Southern College

Reports to: Vice President for Advancement
Qualifications: five years experience in office management, preferably with a background in not-for-profit fundraising; bachelor's degree

Description of position: The Director of Development is responsible for the daily management of the development program.

Essential job responsibilities:

1. Manage all development staff.
2. Assist the vice president for advancement with planning the overall development strategy for the institution, including the identification and cultivation of new prospects.
3. Track all operations of the annual fund, the major gifts campaign, and capital projects.
4. Oversee the planning and implementation of all donor events.
5. Manage a portfolio of mid-level and major gift prospects.

Other duties:
Other duties as assigned by the Vice President for Advancement.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Interpersonal Skills: The Director of Development must possess strong communication skills, both verbal and written; a professional demeanor; a demonstrated ability to maintain effective working relationships with diverse personal styles; good telephone and customer-service skills; the knowledge and ability to keep confidences when necessary; and the ability to handle diverse types of work assignments.
Required: Computer literacy, strong ability in planning and organization, proven management skills, excellent writing and editing skills.

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Posted by Emerge Lakeland

United Way of Central Florida, Success By 6 is seeking a part time Coordinator for the Parent Lending Library initiative. Early Childhood Education and Early Literacy knowledge preferred. A Driver License and local travel (tri-county) required. You must be able to lift at least 30 lbs. Please submit your resume by Sunday, July 1, 2007, to PO Box 1357, Highland City 33846, Fax 863-648-1535 or e-mail robic@uwcf.org.

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Posted by Kristin Carlson

Major Gifts Officer

Florida Southern College is seeking a successful major gifts fundraiser who will be responsible for the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of major gift donors and prospects as the College moves into a comprehensive campaign. Reporting to the Vice President for Advancement, the Major Gifts Officer will prepare proposals and solicit donors for a variety of campaign gifts as well as assist with planning the overall development strategy for the major gifts campaign.

The ideal candidate should have a minimum of five years of proven fundraising experience, including the planning, strategizing, and soliciting of major gifts. The position requires excellent oral and written communication skills, highly developed planning and organizational skills, keen critical thinking skills, and ability to travel. Bachelor's degree required.

For consideration, please send a cover letter, résumé, and list of references to:
Director of Human Resources, Florida Southern College, 111 Lake Hollingsworth Drive, Lakeland, FL 33801-5698. Florida Southern College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Additional information about the College and a complete job description can be found at www.flsouthern.edu.

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Posted by Kristin Carlson

Drug Prevention Resource Center
Job Description:
Coalition Coordinator

Education/Experience Requirements:
• Must possess a Bachelor’s Degree
• Experience in drug prevention, education, youth leadership or health fields preferred
• Must possess strong skills in interacting with youth, adults, and community. This would be demonstrated through interview process AND personal/professional references.
• Successful applicants will have satisfactory results in background check and driving history check

Primary Duties:
• Attending community-based events and meetings.
• Recruiting leaders to participate in coalition workgroups, steering committee, and youth leadership group.
• Securing donation form sponsors (in-kind and financial).
• Forming partnerships with other coalitions.
• Employee will be cross trained in all Executive duties and work cooperatively with school based and community-based program.

Skills:
Employee will need to have strong skills in:
• Public speaking
• Ability to lead and coordinate projects and events
• Working independently
• Detailed record keeping
• Organization of time and paperwork

Job Structure:
• Employee is classified as Category 5100 personnel (see reverse side)
• Employee will work full time
• Employee will provide reliable transportation and valid driver’s license
• Drug Prevention Resource Center will provide all necessary training
• Drug Prevention Resource Center will pay mileage and salary
• Executive Director will be direct supervisor of employee

Employee Signature_______________________________ Date_____________________

The following Categories define parameters of flexibility within each job description:

Category 3100 - Employee must be in the office from 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday w/one hour for lunch or 35 hours per week. Because coverage of the office and service to the public are job priorities, a Category 3100 employee has very limited flexibility. When it is necessary for employee to miss time in the office, an employee may make up time missed over 1 hour or use ATO time. In busy times when asked to work excessive overtime or weekends employee may be given time off. After hours or weekend work may be taken home if applicable. All of these special circumstances outlined above must have prior approval of the Executive Director or Board President. (This Classification would apply to Executive Director, Office Manager and Program Coordinator.)

Category 2100 - Employee must work 20 hours per week. Flexibility to be determined based on location of job duties. Some work may be done from home with the approval of the Executive Director. When it is necessary for employee to miss time from the office, it must be made up during the same pay period or ATO time must be utilized. In some cases these employees may be approved to do work from home. All of the special circumstances outlined above must have prior approval by the Executive Director or Board President. (This Classification would apply to part time employees - Marketing Coordinator and Prevention Specialists).

Category 4100 - Employee must work 35 hours per week. Hours vary depending on evening classes, weekend events and early morning speaking engagements. When there are no "after hours" activities, the employee is expected to work 8:30 -4:30, Monday through Friday in the DPRC offices. When there are evening or weekend activities, the employee may adjust their schedule during the week to keep within the 35-hour requirement. In some cases these employees may be approved to do work from home. All of the special circumstances outlined above must have prior approval by the Executive Director or Board President. (This classification applies to full time Outreach Workers and Full Time Prevention Specialists - note Teachers option would mean 40 hours/week instead of 35)

Category 5100 - Employee works set number of hours as dictated by the Executive Director. Employee may select their schedule on a bi-monthly basis and submit it to the agency's Program Coordinator. This schedule may vary from week to week. All appointments and/or other interruptions to the work schedule must be done when the employee is off the clock. Changes to the work schedule must be reported promptly to the Program Coordinator in order to notify DCF. All work that is submitted must be performed either on location in the field or en route to work site. (This classification applies to all part time Outreach Workers)

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Posted by Kristin Carlson

Organization: University of South Florida Lakeland
Position Number: 10650
Date Posted: 10/13/06
Deadline to Apply: Open until Filled
Annual Salary: $25,500 - $29,275
Duties: Join a fun, fast-paced team in the Office of University Relations at the University of South Florida Lakeland. This position provides administrative support to the Director and Assistant Director and a broad range of functions, including scheduling, marketing, communications, media and community relations, and special events.

Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma and four years of clerical, administrative, or customer service experience. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and capacity to learn proprietary software packages (such as database or accounting applications). Ability to operate standard office equipment. Ability to work in a collaborative environment, manage deadlines, juggle competing priorities, and help diverse constituencies fall in love with USF Lakeland. Typing speed of 45 cwpm.

Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree; creativity, and experience with marketing, special events, and/or public relations. Ability to type 65 cwpm.

Mail, fax or electronically transmit a cover letter (clearly stating position number for which you are applying and related experience), resume and references to:
Samantha Lane, slane@lakeland.usf.edu – phone: (863) 667-7017; fax: (863) 667-7949
University of South Florida Lakeland
Attn: Samantha Lane
3433 Winter Lake Rd.
Lakeland, Florida 33803

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Posted by Kristin Carlson

POSITION DESCRIPTION
Assistant Director of Annual Funds for Leadership Giving
Florida Southern College

Reports to: Director of Annual Funds
Qualifications: Four-year degree required, preferably in public relations or marketing
1-2 years experience in higher education fundraising or equivalent

Position Description: The assistant director of leadership giving works directly with the director of annual funds to plan and implement the unrestricted annual giving programs of Florida Southern College with the goals of increasing alumni participation and building a greater base of support for the College. The assistant director focuses on stewardship and growth of the Spivey Society, the College’s unrestricted leadership giving program. Additional responsibilities include assisting the director of annual funds in conducting campaigns to solicit alumni, parents, faculty/staff, and friends of the college for annual contributions in support of the operating budget.

For more information or to submit a resume contact:
Kathy Ellis
Director of Annual Funds
Florida Southern College
111 Lake Hollingsworth Drive
Lakeland, FL 33801-5698
kellis@flsouthern.edu

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Posted by Kristin Carlson

Work for something you believe in….

The American Cancer Society is a preeminent leader in the non-profit realm with a commitment to creating a better tomorrow.

As a Community Representative, you will use your enthusiasm to recruit, develop, manage and empower volunteers to become involved in special event fundraising, patient programs and advocacy work. This will include coordinating with team members on a regional and statewide basis, while also expanding our presence throughout your assigned community through the development and cultivation of constituent relationships. The hours are long, but the rewards are immeasurable!

Position is based out of the Lakeland office in Polk County, and would help cover territories within Polk County. This labor and time intensive position requires securing corporate sponsorship for assigned development activities and analyzing income development performance to enhance existing income and identify new sources of income. Bachelor's degree required, along with 3+ years of experience in outside sales, fundraising and/or community organization experience. Excellent interpersonal skills a must. Local travel required.

Experience/Education-Based salaries * Exceptional Benefits Offerings * Health/Dental/Vision/Life/Generous Paid Time off * Career Advancement Opportunities * Retirement Plans * Team Oriented Workplace

The American Cancer Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to Diversity.
Log on to www.acscareers.org for online applications or call 863-688-2326.

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Posted by minnella

Lakeland Area Chamber of Commerce seeks reliable team player with excellent administrative and interpersonal skills for challenging position in a fast paced environment. Must be able to organize and work independently on multiple projects. Proficiency in Microsoft Office package required. Competitive salary and excellent benefits package including 401K. EOE/Drugfree Workplace. Send resume to: Admin, PO Box 3607, Lakeland, FL 33802-3607 or fax to: 863/683-7454

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Posted by Carolyn Jackson

AMI Lakeland is looking to hire Part Time Employees...
- Administrative Assistant
- Master Counselor (Masters Degree with Counseling experience/Social Work/LMHC)
- Motivational Instructor

AMI Lakeland is an after school kids program that provides Behavior Modification, Moral Reasoning, Skill Streaming, Health Education, Aggression Therapy, individual and family counseling to the At-Risk-Youth of Lakeland. We are a Non-Profit organization that has been in Polk County since 1993, but have just recently moved back into the City of Lakeland. We are increasing the number of kids we service and are looking to hire more staff.

If you or someone you know is interested, please have them fax their resumes to 863-682-7660 or email:
cfmi-ed@amikids.org

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Posted by Kristin Carlson

The Company – Saddle Creek Corporation is a 40-year old privately held leading provider of warehousing, transportation, and integrated logistics services. We provide distribution solutions for contract and public warehousing, along with specialty packaging, bar coding, inventory management and logistics outsourcing. Headquartered in Lakeland, Florida, Saddle Creek employs over 1,400 associates and has facilities located in 17 cities in the southeastern and southwestern United States.

The Saddle Creek management team believes that the understanding of our customer’s needs and providing solutions is a key to long-term competitive success. In today’s business environment many of those solutions will be provided through technology. Therefore, we must leverage leading edge systems that meet our customer’s needs and requirements. The Network Engineer position is a critical component to our competitive success.

The Position – The Network Engineer is responsible for the health and security of all SCC local and wide area networks. Specific duties include but are not limited to:

-Design, configure, and maintain routing, security, and switching solutions for local and wide area networks.
-Coordinate specifying, procuring, provisioning, and installing of data communications circuits and equipment.
-Develop network documentation, procedures, and monitoring strategies.
-Provide network utilization statistics, status reports, and change recommendations as appropriate.
-Perform systems administrator and technical support functions for Windows based operating systems.
-Isolate problem trends and troubleshoot recurring issues to find permanent solutions.
-Assist in the development of a corporate disaster recovery plan.
-Configure and install customer co-located infrastructure as requested.
-Travel as required (up to 25%).
-Participate in the Technical Services "On Call" rotation schedule.

Education – An undergraduate degree with solid academic accomplishments, preferably in a technology related field is preferred. An advanced, or computer science, degree would receive favorable consideration. CCNP or CCSP certification is required, CCIE certification preferred. Microsoft certification is a plus.

Experience – The candidate will have proven experience with multiple implementations of multi-site high availability networking solutions including multi-vendor networking utilizing OSPF, HSRP, and BGP. Additionally, the candidate should demonstrate high degrees of competency in analysis, troubleshooting, documentation, and project management; and must have excellent written and verbal communications skills.

Compensation – Saddle Creek is prepared to offer a highly attractive compensation package which will include a competitive base salary, substantial bonus opportunity, profit sharing, 401K, and a competitive benefits package.

To apply for this position: Please submit a resume including salary history to:

Saddle Creek Corporation
Reference: Network Engineer Position
3010 Saddle Creek Road
Lakeland, FL 33801

You may submit your information electronically to ISRecruiting@saddlecrk.com Please include “Network Engineer” in the subject line.

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Posted by Kristin Carlson

The success of Polk County’s elections rests in the hands of citizens willing to work at the precincts on Election Day. Sharp people are needed for challenging and varied duties during the 2006 elections. These paid positions offer a peek behind democracy’s curtain!

http://www.polkelections.com/content.asp?c=7

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Posted by Kristin Carlson

Construction site Secretary
Commercial general contractor seeks quality individual with experience in construction and secretarial duties for an on sight construction office. Send resume to: Creative Contractors, PO Box 91778 or fax: 863-802-8547 Attn: Brett J.

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Posted by Kristin Carlson

Project Manager
Commercial general contractor seeks quality individual with experience in schools, clubhouses or healthcare projects. Send resume to: Creative Contractors Inc., 620 Drew Street, Clearwater, FL 33755 or fax 727-447-4808 Attn: Jerry S.

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Posted by Kristin Carlson

We are looking for Management Trainees to join Enterprise Rent-A-Car in Polk County. We are looking for those individuals that have preferably a 4-yr college with sales and customer service experience. It would be a 48-50 hr. work week and a starting salary of between $29,00-31,000/yr.+ benefits. Apply online at www.enterprise.com/careers or call Jennifer Brooks at 813/885-5636 x264. EOE M/F/D/V

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Posted by Kristin Carlson

Waller Construction, Inc. / Waller Development, Inc.
Position: Marketing Representative / Real Estate Property Manager
Key Career Points: Competitive compensation and benefits. Flexible work schedule. Progressive and growing company.
Contact: Jimmy Waller for more information. 688-8870 Ext. 308.
E-mail @ jimmywaller@wallergroup.com

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Posted by Angie Register

Tutors Needed: The Learning Resource Center needs certified educators
immediately to help elementary and middle school students struggling in
reading and math. Hourly pay and flexible schedule. Only two hours per
week could make a difference in a child's life. Please contact Melissa
Cannon or Alice Koehler at 863.688.9477.

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Posted by Kristin Carlson

A new job opening has been posted in the EMERGE Forum by Polk County Tourism and Sports Marketing:

Sponsorship Sales Manager

Login to the forum to check it out.

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Posted by Josh Hallett

Emerge Member Kevin Terrell provided the following:

SunTrust Bank has a job opening for a commercial lender and an administrative assistant in the commercial lending area. If interested visit the SunTrust web-site, career links section here.
The positions for Lakeland are in the Mid-FL Region (code 008) of the web-site and then Commercial. The full job descriptions are available on the web-site. Other job opportunities are also available on the web-site.

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Posted by Michael Wiener

EMERGE Member, Marc Zimmerman of Central Florida Sports has a job opening.

Sales & Events Representative -Sports Marketing

Job Order # 9635 - Must have the physical, developmental and mental ability to perform job tasks, work efforts, responsibilities and duties of the job illustrated below:

POSITION DUTIES: Develops, implements and provides supervision of marketing, sales and promotional activities for tourism/sports markets that generate overnight stays in Polk County accommodations and creates economic impact in Polk County. Assists Sales and Event Manager with creation and implementation of the tourism/sports marketing sales plan. Travels extensively promoting Polk County as a sports destination. Targets and develops niche markets that increase overnight stays in Polk County. Directs comprehensive sports sales efforts by planning and coordinating sales missions in target markets.

Responsible for assisting the Sales and Event Manager with budgeting, financial control and analysis. Coordinates sales and marketing presentations to consumer and organizational decision makers about Polk County and to encourage and enhance the selection of this area as a tourism/sports destination. Generates and qualifies leads using sports/tourism computer database and other sales methods. Prepares follow up reports, analysis and information. Assists the Sales and Event Manager in the coordination and operations of Polk County owned and co-owned special events, including but not limited to securing venues, volunteer recruitment, completion of special event bid applications, on-site special event set-up and management. Develops and manages special event budgets including revenue projections, expenses and value in-kind. Negotiates and secures room blocks and rates for special events, conferences and meetings held in Polk County.

Develops and maintains mailing lists for current and prospective clients, area news contacts, state, national and international decision makers. Develops and assists in the design of sales and marketing materials. Performs related duties as required.

Knowledge of sales, marketing, public relations and communications techniques and methods. Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with employees, clients, business representatives and the public. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to make public speaking presentations. Ability to conceive, design, formulate and prepare informational data, analyze data, reports and survey information. Ability to use independent judgement, analyze information and formulate recommendations. Ability to prepare budgets and tactical sales strategies. Ability to coordinate and plan meetings, conferences and special events. Skilled in word processing.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduate of an accredited four (4) year college or university and have a minimum of three (3) years sales, marketing or business related experience. Must have a valid drivers license and be able to secure a valid Florida drivers license at the time of employment. A comparable amount of training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

JOB LOCATION: Tourism/Sports Marketing Office- Bartow, FL

WORK SCHEDULE: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday thru Friday

HIRING RATE: $18.09 per hour - (Pay Grade 21/0346)

CLOSING DATE: July 15, 2005

Interested applicants should complete a Polk County Application no later than the closing date indicated above and submit to:

POLK COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS, PERSONNEL
P.O. BOX 9005, DRAWER CAO3, BARTOW, FL 33831
(863) 534-6030, EXT. 6027
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M/F/D/VP

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Posted by Josh Hallett