• An entrepreneurial, creative spirit and the ability to develop innovative solutions and initiatives.

• An extroverted, engaging way with people that enables one to work effectively and build relationships based on trust with the Board, volunteers, Executive Directors of nonprofit organizations, government officials, and other constituents is essential.

• A proven track record in an organization that is dependent upon volunteers for its service delivery and that has been recognized for becoming a successful community partner.

• Experience in coalition building that will facilitate the development of relationships with individuals and groups working in various capacities in conflict resolution in Lancaster County.

• Team-building skills that enable effective teams to be built across organizational boundaries and collaborative efforts to succeed.

• Exceptional public speaking capabilities and the ability to make a compelling case for mediation in many settings.

• The presence and maturity to enable effective interactions with volunteers, nonprofit Executive Directors, public officials, corporate CEO’s, and participants in community mediation.

• A management style that motivates and empowers employees and volunteers and emphasizes the development and maintenance of a high-performing culture in which communicating and working well across boundaries, developing trust, taking greater responsibility, and striving for high quality are well-integrated into the daily life of the organization.

• The ability to provide direction and make cogent proposals for action to a Board with members from many different backgrounds.

• The ability to cultivate potential Board members and work collaboratively with current Board members to successfully recruit them.

• The ability to discern what level of political support is needed on a particular issue.

• Demonstrated success in managing people and operations including the ability to delegate effectively, to manage multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, maintain focus, and produce timely and high-quality results. 

• Demonstrated success in leading a strategic planning process and implementing that plan.

• Prior responsibility for budget development and demonstrated success in managing within budget.  Experience managing a budget with funding derived from multiple sources and entities.  Demonstrated creativity in managing resources while producing high-quality results.

• The ability to identify and capitalize on new funding possibilities from grants and donations.

• A reputation for high ethical standards applied consistently and fairly in dealings with people at all levels inside and outside the organization.

Job Summary:

* Successful completion of a Basic Mediation Skills curriculum or equivalent and a supervised apprenticeship in a mediation program which satisfies the minimum requirements of the Community Dispute Resolution program. * Thorough knowledge of: Alternative dispute resolution principles and applications in community based, mediation programs; program and case management methods and techniques. * Skill to: Conduct mediations and/or facilitate group problem solving sessions for individuals, neighbors, and organizations experiencing difficult and stressful circumstances * Coordinate, train and supervise the work of volunteers * Effectively organize work * Communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing * Assess and evaluate conflicts and determine appropriate courses of action * Relate to a wide variety of people of diverse backgrounds, interests and values * Operate computer software and other office equipment * Prepare and deliver oral presentations before public groups * Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with the disputants, community agencies, co-workers, volunteers and the public JOB DUTIES: * Provides dispute resolution services and coordinates program volunteers, providing mediation and training services for an Agency mediation program * Oversee and participate in intake, case assessment, and mediation sessions * Assists in provided public relations outreach activities to promote dispute resolution services in the community *** Application deadline is March 17, 2008 ***

• Mediator, part-time

 

	School Mediation Coordinator
	Salary: Salary Range: $26,000-29,000 for academic year. Education: Bachelor (BA, BS, etc.) Location: Brookline, Massachusetts, 02445, United States Posted by: Brookline Community Mental Health Center Job Category: Human Relations Language(s): English Job posted on: July 2, 2007 Area of Focus: Children and Youth Type: Full time Last day to apply: September 27, 2007 Last updated: August 20, 2007
	Description: Primary Responsibilities: Coordinate very active Peer Mediation Program at a diverse urban high school. Work with youth and school staff to promote a positive school climate. Ability to provide: Training: Recruit and screen a cross-section of students and possibly teachers/administrators; make all arrangements for training – dates, space, food, materials, notices to teachers and parents; assemble training team. Outreach: Develop working relationship with all potential sources of referrals – principal, vice-principals, discipline and school climate staff, counselors, teachers, students; set up system for referrals, including mechanism for giving feedback to referral sources; develop fliers, posters and other outreach materials/projects to promote program. Intake: Interview parties using intake form; explain mediation, confidentiality; set date for mediation. Coordination of Mediation Sessions: Be present in or just outside the room during mediations; provide assistance to mediators and parties as needed; assist in writing agreements. Provide opportunities to debrief mediators after mediation sessions. Monitor Agreements: Conduct follow-up contact with parties at designated intervals after the mediation session. Supervision of Mediators: Meet regularly with mediators; provide on-going training. Other Supervision Activities: Attend monthly Coordinators’ meeting. Meet with supervisor weekly. Collaboration with OAG Regional SCORE Coordinator: Attend meetings; maintain and submit program statistics; provide access to program records and statistics. Additional Responsibilities: The Boston SCORE programs are based on a Youth Development model. The most important criterion for the Coordinator is the belief in the ability of young people to engage in positive activities and make positive choices. Candidate needs to have high expectations and the ability not to take lapses personally. Candidate should be willing and able to meet regularly with mediators, provide ongoing mentoring, training and nurturing. Be pro-active in initiating youth activities that promote a positive learning environment. Additional Qualifications: Training and certificate in mediation: some experience as mediator prefered. How to Apply: send resume to: joan.sokoloff@metromediation.org

	INTAKE INTERVIEWER, MANHATTAN MEDIATION PROGRAM
	Salary: Mid to upper $20ks, excellent benefits plus four weeks paid vacation. Education: High school Location: New York, New York, United States Posted by: Safe Horizon Job Category: Administration, Direct social services Language(s): Spanish Job posted on: August 15, 2007 Area of Focus: Multi-Service Community Agency, Victim Support Services Type: Full time Last day to apply: October 14, 2007 Last updated: August 16, 2007
	Description: The Safe Horizon Mediation Program is an extensive community-based and court-annexed Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) program that operates at our main offices in lower Manhattan and downtown Brooklyn and at community-based centers in Midtown, Red Hook and East New York. The Mediation Program provides an extensive array of ADR services, inclusive of screening, intake, mediation, conciliation, facilitation, impact panels, arbitration, compliance and follow up. The Program handles issues such as harassment, family conflicts, property violations, noise and other quality of life crimes, parent-teen conflict, placement of children in special education, housing disputes and lemon law arbitration. The program serves over 11,000 New Yorkers each year and currently handles over 4,500 disputes each year. RESPONSIBILITIES: The Intake Screener is responsible for interviewing clients at the Court Dispute Referral Center in order to determine where they can be referred for further assistance. Specific responsibilities include: • Interview and assess clients for appropriate referrals to police, courts and/or mediation under the direct supervision of the New York Criminal Court Dispute Referral Center Director. • Maintain and manage the resource center, helping clients to find information about their particular needs. • Work as the liaison between the Court Dispute Referral Center and the Manhattan Mediation Program in order to keep both programs abreast of changes and/or program needs. • Serve as a back up mediator to the mediation center. (This will require extensive training if employee has not trained as a mediator) • Support the mediation staff, as necessary. • Conduct outreach activities to increase referrals • Other duties as assigned Additional Qualifications: Two years of experience in a court environment, in community organizing or in social services. Knowledge of ADR desirable but must demonstrate capacity to be trained. Must be a fluent Spanish speaker. How to Apply: Please send resume with cover letter to: Gene A. Johnson, Jr., Senior Director, Mediation Program, 346 Broadway Room 400W New York, NY 10013, fax: 212-406-2637 or email: gjohnson@safehorizon.org

	Program Assistant, Mediation Program
	Salary: Mid to upper $20Ks, excellent benefits plus four weeks vacation. Education: Bachelor (BA, BS, etc.) Location: New York, New York, United States Posted by: Safe Horizon Job Category: Administration, Direct social services Language(s): English Job posted on: August 15, 2007 Area of Focus: Crime, Safety, and Victims’ Issues, Victim Support Services Type: Full time Last day to apply: October 14, 2007 Last updated: August 16, 2007
	Description: Under the direction of the Senior Director, the Program Assistant will support the management of every aspect of the Program, including training, mediator professional development, program design, administration and fiscal management. The Program Assistant will have the opportunity to learn a broad range of conflict resolution skills. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: • Work with the Senior Director and Training Coordinator to build the capacity of volunteer mediators • Organize the logistics of trainings and other events • Provide administrative support to the Senior Director and Training Coordinator • Assist with the Management of Brooklyn and Manhattan Mediation Programs • Draft and edit reports, correspondence and memoranda • Work closely with Safe Horizon’s fiscal department to monitor program expenses and purchasing • Respond to inquiries about mediation programs and mediator training • Perform other related duties, as assigned REQUIRED SKILLS: • Excellent organizational skills • Excellent oral and written communication skills • Strong computer skills, including Word and Excel • Outstanding interpersonal skills • Must be flexible and willing to adapt to a changing and dynamic work environment QUALIFICATIONS • Bachelor’s degree OTHER: • Mediation and/or conflict management training is desired but not required How to Apply: Please send resume with cover letter to: Gene A. Johnson, Jr, Senior Director, Mediation Program, 346 Broadway, Suite 400W, New York, NY 10013, gjohnson@safehorizon.org.

COORDINATOR, MANHATTAN MEDIATION
	Salary: Mid to high $30ks, excellent benefits plus 4 weeks paid vacation. Education: No minimum requirement Location: New York, New York, United States Posted by: Safe Horizon Job Category: Administration, Direct social services Language(s): English Job posted on: August 15, 2007 Area of Focus: Multi-Service Community Agency Type: Full time Last day to apply: October 14, 2007 Last updated: August 16, 2007
	Description: Safe Horizon is the nation’s leading victim assistance, advocacy and violence prevention organization. With a staff of more than 900 and an annual budget of $50 million, Safe Horizon operates more than 75 programs throughout New York City’s five boroughs. The Safe Horizon Mediation Program is an extensive community-based and court-annexed alternative dispute resolution (ADR) program in Brooklyn and Manhattan. Serving over 11,000 New Yorkers each year, the Mediation Program handles issues such as harassment, child custody and visitation, property violations, noise and other quality of life crimes, parent-teen conflicts, placement of children in Special Education, and housing disputes. The program currently handles over 4,500 disputes each year in offices in lower Manhattan and downtown Brooklyn, and at community-based centers in Midtown and Red Hook. The Community Coordinator is primarily responsible for the development, coordination and management of mediations and mediators in the Manhattan Mediation Program as providing conflict resolution services and trainings to other communities in Manhattan. The Coordinator works with staff, volunteer mediators and independently to community members. The Coordinator may spend time working out of different locations in Manhattan. RESPONSIBILITIES: The Community Coordinator will be responsible to: • Provide day-to-day management of volunteer mediator pool • Facilitate conflict resolution and/or mediation trainings • Provide day-to-day management of mediation cases to include responding to client inquiries, intake of new cases, informing clients about the mediation process and scheduling mediation sessions; • Work with other program staff within and outside of Safe Horizon • Serve as liaison between communities within the borough of Manhattan and Safe Horizon Mediation Program by providing presentations and trainings to potential referral sources, elected officials, community organizations/agencies, local police precincts and schools; • Recruit community residents to become trained mediators; • Develop and maintain referral source directory to offer parties when mediation may be inappropriate or where follow-up services are needed; • Report monthly and quarterly statistics and narratives; • Mediate as needed; • Supervise mediators volunteering in each program; and • Attend all relevant program trainings and meetings. Additional Qualifications: BA desired however, some college experience acceptable. Must be an experienced trained mediator and able to rain in mediation concepts and/or conflict resolution. Bilingual (Spanish/English) is preferred. Knowledge of MS Word & Excel necessary. Excellent written and verbal communication skills required. Must be flexible, personable, able to work independently and willing to adapt responsibilities according to project needs. How to Apply: Please send resume with cover letter to: Gene A. Johnson, Jr, Senior Director, Mediation Program, 346 Broadway, Suite 400W, New York, NY 10013, gjohnson@safehorizon.org.

Counselor/Mediator
	Education: Master (MA, MSW, etc.) Location: Seattle, Washington, 98119, United States Posted by: Open Adoption & Family Services Job Category: Counseling, Direct social services Salary: $37,000 - $39,000 Last day to apply: September 30, 2007 Last updated: August 10, 2007 Type: Full time Language(s): English Job posted on: August 9, 2007 Area of Focus: Family and Parenting, Gay, Lesbian, Bi & Trans Issues, Women's Issues
	Description: Counselor Mediator Open Adoption & Family Services Open Adoption & Family Services (OA&FS) is a nonprofit agency with a progressive approach to building healthy families. The agency supports birthparents in making decisions about parenthood in an atmosphere of dignity and respect. When the choice is adoption, we facilitate child-centered open adoptions. Child-centered open adoption begins with a close and trusting relationship between birthparents and adoptive parents. This unique partnership acknowledges not only the parties’ mutual respect and shared love for the child, but also their separate and distinct roles. Birthparents and adoptive families create healthy long-term relationships addressing the ongoing needs of the child. Ongoing contact enables birthparents to see for themselves that the child is thriving in the adoptive home. This helps them feel at peace with the adoption. Secure in the knowledge that the birthparents fully support the adoption, adoptive parents are free to welcome birthparents into their lives. OA&FS is licensed in Oregon and Washington, with offices in Seattle, Portland, Eugene, Medford and a contracted social worker in eastern OR. At Open Adoption and Family Services, we take pride in providing comprehensive services to our clients. We are the premier Northwest adoption agency, and we have over 22 years experience facilitating child-centered open adoptions. OA&FS completes the most domestic infant and newborn adoptions in Oregon and Washington. We continually re-evaluate and upgrade our services through client surveys, staff/board committees and staff meetings. Current projects include reaching out to the Latino communities and expanding into the tri-cities area of eastern WA. *** We are a very progressive adoption agency. We are pro-choice and we work with same sex, as well as heterosexual, adoptive parents. Please check out our website: www.openadopt.org . Counselor/Mediator Job Description General Duties: Responsibility for providing counseling and mediation services to clients, including but not limited to the following: • Counsel clients on options, implications of choices upon themselves and their families, and community resources available that will support their choice. • Educate clients about open adoption and offer guidance and support as they navigate their open adoption experience. • Mediate adoption plans and legally enforceable Open Adoption Agreements between birth and adoptive parents. • Coordinate client services facilitate necessary legal arrangements, and coordinate as needed with medical professionals and hospital social workers. • Complete homestudy and post-placement assessments. • Write formal reports including homestudies, post-placement reports and reports to the court. • Schedule meetings and deliver public presentations which promote OA&FS and the concept of open adoption to diverse populations in the region including teachers, hospital administrators, counselors, attorneys, high school students, clergy, college faculty, midwives, physicians and other organizations. • Continue employee's professional counseling and mediation skills development. • Participate in Agency development and conform with Agency procedures. • Provide post-adoption counseling and mediation for adoptive and/or birthparents. • Coordinate support group meetings. • Requires occasional evening and weekend availability and occasional travel. Qualifications: • Shall have a Masters degree in social work, counseling or psychology. The ability to speak Spanish would be ideal. • Shall have demonstrated skill in the following areas: counseling, interpersonal relations, mediation, adoption planning, writing reports, record keeping, interviewing and office organization. • Shall have references substantiating ability to initiate, persevere and follow through with clients in arranging open adoptions and the highest professional and ethical standards. • Shall demonstrate compassion and understanding for the birth parents' difficult position, current adoption issues, and the open adoption process. • Shall show willingness to participate in and support planning and development of the agency and its social services. Employment Classification: Exempt Benefits: OA&FS offers a generous cafeteria plan package, including medical and dental insurance, medical and dependent care flexible spending plans, employer paid short and long term disability, paid holidays, and two weeks each vacation and wellness time per year. Salary: $37,000-$39,000 annually depending on experience. How to Apply: Please email cover letter and resume to Lisa@openadopt.org. Resumes will not be considered unless accompanied by a cover letter.

  Agency: Federal Mediation And Conciliation Service
Job Announcement Number:
FMCS-07-03


Supervisory Mediator (Director of Mediation Services)
Salary Range: 115,426.00 - 145,400.00 USD per year
Open Period: Monday, July 30, 2007
to Thursday, August 30, 2007
Series & Grade: GS-0241-15
Position Information: Full-Time  Permanent
Duty Locations: 1 vacancy - Orange County, CA
Who May Be Considered:
Applications will be accepted from United States citizens and nationals.
Job Summary:

The incumbent will be part of an agency that was established in 1947 to promote the development of sound and stable labor-management relations; prevent or minimize work stoppages by assisting labor and management in settling their disputes through mediation; advocate collective bargaining, mediation and voluntary arbitration as the preferred process for settling issues between employers and representatives of employees.

The incumbent of this position will be a valued member of the FMCS leadership team and responsible for the management and professional development of the mediator staff within their official area.

This position is located in Santa Ana, California.

Key Requirements:

• U.S. Citizenship
• Position involves travel

Major Duties:

The incumbent serves as the Director of Mediation Services (DMS) responsible for managing FMCS’ services and staff in an area that encompasses several states.

The DMS works closely with each mediator to assure high quality performance, productivity and the successful delivery of our mediation services.

The DMS reviews incoming notices and requests for FMCS assistance in order to make assignments; monitors and adjusts workload; carries on a continuous review of work in progress and reports significant activity to the Regional Director.

The DMS provides resources, counseling/advice and support to mediators for collective bargaining mediation, relationship development and training activities, grievance /employment mediation and ADR activities, and education, advocacy and outreach, and the professional development and responsibility activities of each mediator.

The DMS is responsible for H.R. and supervisory functions for mediators and other subordinate administrative staff, including recruitment, selection, education, training and professional development, and performance evaluation.

The DMS has significant and critical responsibility for outreach to representatives of labor and management, and fostering alliances with government, professional associations and educational institutions.

Qualifications:
You must have one year of specialized experience at a level close to the work of this job that has given you the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities required to successfully perform. Typically we would find this experience in work within this field or a field that is closely related.
You must be a U.S. citizen to qualify for this position.
You will be required to do some travel.
How You Will Be Evaluated:

You will be evaluated to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications required; and on the extent to which your application shows that you possess the knowledges, skills, and abilities associated with this position as defined below. When describing your knowledges, skills, and abilities, please be sure to give examples and explain how often you used these skills, the complexity of the knowledge you possessed, the level of the people you interacted with, the sensitivity of the issues you handled, etc.

1.      Demonstrated experience in working with mediators in facilitating the resolution of collective bargaining disputes and promoting relationship development and training activities, grievance /employment mediation and ADR activities, and education, advocacy and outreach .

2.      Demonstrated ability to supervise a staff by providing guidance, and evaluating and assessing developmental needs of staff members for increased job performance.

3.      Skill in written and oral communication with the proven ability to make effective presentations, train others, develop internal policies, briefing documents, and a variety of reports.

Benefits:
You may participate in the Federal Employees Health Benefits program, with costs shared with your employer. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FEHB.
Life insurance coverage is provided. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#life
Long-Term Care Insurance is offered and carries into your retirement. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#ltci
New employees are automatically covered by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). If you are transferring from another agency and covered by CSRS, you may continue in this program. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#retr
You will earn annual vacation leave. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#VACA
You will earn sick leave. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#SKLV
You will be paid for federal holidays that fall within your regularly scheduled tour of duty. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#HOLI
If you use public transportation, part of your transportation costs may be subsidized. Our human resources office can provide additional information on how this program is run.
You can use Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts for expenses that are tax-deductible, but not reimbursed by any other source, including out-of-pocket expenses and non-covered benefits under their FEHB plans. More Info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FSA
Other Information:
This job is being filled by an alternative hiring process and is not in the competitive civil service.
You must submit all required information by the closing date. If materials are not received, your application will be evaluated solely on the information available and you may not receive full consideration or may not be considered eligible.
Send only those materials needed to evaluate your application. Please do not place your application in a notebook or binder.
If you are selected and you have not previously served as a federal manager, you will be required to serve a one-year managerial probation period.

How To Apply:
You may submit your resume for this job online by selecting the 'Apply Online' button at the bottom of this announcement. Please note: your online resume may not be a complete application. Be sure to carefully read this announcement to see if additional information is required and how it should be submitted. If you do not use the online feature, you should send your resume, or Optional Form 612, along with any other required documents to the address shown below.
You must submit your application so that it will be received by the closing date of the announcement.
Please submit a narrative response to each knowledge, skill or ability listed. Your response should describe what you did, how often you performed this activity, the guidelines available, the complexity of the assignment, and who you performed the activity for or with.
Submit a narrative statement responding to the knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) identified in the announcement. This information will be used to determine your eligibility and/or rating and is required.
Contact Information:

Glorious Broughton
Phone: 202 606-5460
Fax: 202 606-4216
Email: gbroughton@fmcs.gov
Or write:
Federal Mediation And Conciliation Service
2100 K Street, NW
Washington, DC 20427
US
Fax: 202 606-4216

	Mediation Specialist
	Education: Master (MA, MSW, etc.) Location: Jamaica, New York, 11432, United States Posted by: Community Mediation Services, Inc. Type: Full time Language(s): English Job posted on: June 14, 2007 Area of Focus: Children and Youth Salary: TBD Last day to apply: August 13, 2007 Last updated: June 15, 2007
	Description: Community Mediation Services, Inc. (CMS), a not-for-profit agency based in Jamaica, Queens, is pleased to announce that we are currently searching for a Mediation Specialist to support three divisions of our agency. Created in 1983, our mission is to promote collaborative problem solving for youth, their families, individuals, institutions and organizations within a diverse community. The position requires an enthusiastic, self-motivated, creative and resourceful individual who learns quickly. All applicants should possess an ability to work independently and as part of a team. All applicants should possess a commitment to serving at-risk adolescents and their families and a willingness to engage in all phases of job description. This position requires that the applicant have a flexible schedule. Responsibilities will include: • Screening, scheduling and mediating cases referred for conflict resolution between caretakers and children; • Responsible for presenting agency workshops on conflict resolution and the benefits of mediation; • Working directly with Program Directors on organizing, scheduling and developing presentations and other administrative functions; • Responsible for maintaining all required documentation and written reports, as well as other administrative tasks for all programs involved; • Responsible for meeting regularly with the Program Directors and other agency specialists to design ways to effectively service clients; Additional Qualifications: Master’s degree in social work or related field required. Knowledge and training in mediation is required. Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills are required. Bi-lingual ability is a plus. The candidate should be an independent worker and be flexible to meet the needs of a non-profit environment. How to Apply: To apply, send resume and cover letter to: Michelle M. Leonard, Esq. Director of Mediation Services Community Mediation Services, Inc. 89-64 163rd Street Jamaica, New York 11432 e-mail: mmleonard@courts.state.ny.us fax: 718-658-4077 website: www.mediatenyc.org

	Director of Mediation
	Education: Bachelor (BA, BS, etc.) Location: Keene, New Hampshire, 03431, United States Posted by: Cheshire Mediation Job Category: Communications, Counseling, Direct social services, Employment & Human resources , Human Relations, Management Salary: $16 - $19.25/hour Last day to apply: August 27, 2007 Last updated: June 29, 2007 Type: Part time Language(s): English Job posted on: June 28, 2007 Area of Focus: Children and Youth, Community Building and Renewal, Peace, War, and Conflict Resolution
	Description: Director of Community Mediation Center Cheshire Mediation, a community mediation center that provides a wide range of conflict resolution, communication and community building services in south western New Hampshire is seeking a half-time (20 hours per week) Director. The Director is responsible for the strategic planning and leadership of the program that currently includes two part-time and 15 per diem staff members. In addition, the Director assists with staff and volunteer supervision and support as well as community outreach and marketing efforts. The Director is responsible for developing and maintaining collaborative working relationships with various agencies and sources of referrals, for overseeing the quality of program services and for assisting with the compilation of service reports. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The primary responsibilities of this position include: 1. Providing divorce mediation services and supervising others who provide mediation services through grant funded programs. 2. Providing supervision to those leading our other programs including the Child Impact training program, Circles of Support and Accountability, peer mediation program, and parent youth mediation program. 3. Providing management of budget and implementation of all funding advancement activities. 4. Maintaining timely, accurate information in the case management database and preparing timely and accurate reports based on case data. 5. Developing and maintaining contacts with referral sources, and initiating new contacts and community outreach activities to ensure a growing number of cases for each program. QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Requirements: • Skill and three years successful experience working with families in conflict. • Management experience including skills in supervising and supporting staff and volunteers. • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. • Experience in community outreach. • Certifiable NH marital mediator (or willingness to work towards certification). • Skills in maintaining successful partnerships with colleagues, contractors, and other stakeholders. • Proven organizational and administrative ability. • Ability to use word-processing and database software programs. • Hands-on training in mediation, conflict resolution or facilitation. • MA (or equivalent experience) in conflict management. Preferred Skills/Experience: • Knowledge and skill with web design and maintenance. • Grant writing and grant management. COMPENSATION This is an exempt position offering a compensation package that includes medical, dental, life insurance, 403(B) employer contributions, generous vacation, and holidays benefits. Starting salary $15.90 to $19.25/hour depending on skills and experience. To apply: Send resume and letter of interest to: Greg Hessel Cheshire Mediation 64 Main Street Keene, NH 03431 ghessel@mfs.org How to Apply: send resume and cover letter to Greg Hessel at ghessel@mfs.org

Family Mediator
Company: STATE OF FLORIDA COURT ADMINIS

Mediator

Transition Mediator   Job Information Post Date: Jun 06, 2007 Type: Full time Start Date: - n/a - Salary: 14.00 -15.00 Location: New York - Other - Shasta Lake Job Reference: TM   Job Details Description Employment Opportunity Company: Right Direction Adolescent Services Contact: Larry Spain, info@rdas.net Job Title: Transition Mediator (Trainee) Website: www.rdas.net RIGHT DIRECTION is a company that transports at-risks adolescents to treatment programs around the country. We are looking for a few responsible individuals with a flexible schedule looking for a supplemental income. You must have experience with and interest in working with adolescents. You will also need to do a considerable amount of traveling throughout the course of your employment. JOB TITLE: TRANSITION MEDIATOR TRAINEE JOB DESCRIPTION: As a “Transition Mediator”, you will transport at-risk adolescents from one location to another (typically from their home to a treatment program). Right Direction is hired by the parents of these teens and desperately counts on this company to safely transport their children to a pre-arranged therapeutic program. Most of these teens have emotional issues and can sometimes be very defiant. Safety is the number one concern. Employees will always work in pairs. Often times, employees are given very little notice of a case; therefore, a flexible schedule is a must. Starting pay is $14.00 per hour during training (typically 3 cases), then $15.00 until quals reach that of a lead mediator, and this is from door to door (from the time you leave your house until the time you return). Skills Requirements: • A minimum age of 25 (must be able to rent a car) • 1 year experience with adolescents (11-18) or equivalent • Clearance thru California Trust line Registry (once-hired) • Athletically inclined / physically fit • Non-violent Crisis Intervention Certification (annually) and provided by company • First Aid/CPR certified (annually) and paid for by company • Pass a ID background check and fingerprinting • Maintain a valid drivers license Notes Please email your resume including three professional and personal references to RDAS Human Resources Dept. at info@rdas.net RDAS is an equal opportunity employer   Contact Details / Apply for this Job Contact Information Larry Spain Name: Larry Spain Address: 2230 Montana Ave City: Shasta Lake State/Province: California Zipcode: 96019 Country: United States Ph: 530-330-4331 Email/URL: info@rdas.net

Center for Peacemaking and Conflict Studies Graduate Assistantships. Urgent opening for court-annexed civil mediation Graduate Assistant

  Dispute Resolution Officer

Morgan Keegan & Co., Inc., one of the South’s premier regional investment firms and a Regions Financial company, has an opening for a Dispute Resolution Officer in the Legal and Compliance Department of its downtown Memphis corporate headquarters.  This individual will research and respond to written and verbal complaints and customer and regulatory inquiries that are received by the Legal and Compliance Department.  The Dispute Resolution Officer must currently have Series 7 and 63 licenses along with a minimum of 3 years experience in the brokerage business.  This individual should have broad product knowledge.  A Bachelor’s degree is preferred.  Must be detail-oriented, capable of resolving complex disputes, and possess excellent writing skills.

Qualified applicants should mail, fax or e-mail resumes to:

Human Resources Department

Morgan Keegan & Co., Inc.

50 Front Street, 12^th Floor

Memphis, TN  38103

Fax #901-579-4833

E-mail jobs@morgankeegan.com

Posted May 4, 2007 with May 11 closing date.
Recovery Affairs Advisor (Post-Conflict Recovery), Indonesia (Banda Aceh) Closing Date - 11 May 2007
Organisation - UN Development Programme
URL Address - http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/res.nsf/db900SID/OCHA-72NJG9

Posted May 4, 2007 with no closing date.
Executive Director, Juvenile Justice Project of Louisiana

Description of Organization
The Juvenile Justice Project of Louisiana (JJPL) is a statewide non-profit advocacy organization dedicated to reforming Louisiana’s juvenile justice system. When JJPL opened in 1997, it pursued three reform objectives in Louisiana’s delinquency system: improve indigent defense; challenge unconstitutional conditions of confinement; and increase community based-alternatives to incarceration. Since then, JJPL has driven all private, for-profit juvenile prisons out of the state, forced the state to close two juvenile prisons, brought litigation and, with the U.S. Department of Justice, negotiated a settlement with the State that dramatically improved many aspects of the conditions of confinement for Louisiana’s youth; helped to pass major state juvenile justice reform legislation, launched a statewide family advocacy organization and, most recently, established a model juvenile defender office in New Orleans. The population of incarcerated youth in Louisiana fell from about 1,900 in 1998 when JJPL first opened its doors to about 450 in December 2006.

JJPL’s mission is to transform the juvenile justice system into one that builds on the strengths of young people, families and communities in order to instill hope and to ensure that children are given the greatest opportunities to grow and thrive. When it first began, JJPL used litigation in combination with media advocacy to drive juvenile justice reform. Today, JJPL litigates in both federal and state courts on behalf of youth and engages in other forms of legal advocacy including appellate work, administrative hearings and amicus briefs. In addition, JJPL educates policy makers and politicians on the need for reform, coordinates with parents and other concerned citizens to ensure their visibility and participation in the process, and aggressively executes media strategies in order that the state is held accountable for its treatment of youth.

JJPL began with a small amount of general support primarily from the Southern Poverty Law Center. Today its budget is roughly $1 million annually and it is supported by grants from several national foundations. With the recent spin off from JJPL of FFLIC (Families and Friends of Incarcerated Children) and the model juvenile defender office (Juvenile Regional Services), JJPL currently has a staff of seven. The office is based in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Position Responsibilities
While JJPL has achieved significant reforms, vigilant advocacy is required to sustain them over time. Moreover, challenges for children in or at-risk of entering Louisiana’s juvenile justice system continue. The organization is poised to grow and JJPL is seeking a dedicated and experienced leader to move the organization forward. The executive director must be committed to JJPL’s mission and recognize and appreciate the humanity of its clients, their families and their communities. JJPL is a collaborative, creative environment that strives to develop projects that further its mission; each staff member is respected as a resource for the creation and generation of project ideas as well as new projects. Specific responsibilities of the ED include:

1. Visioning & Strategic Planning: This includes evaluation, organizational growth and oversight for office policies and structure.
2. Personnel: Recruitment and hiring; establishment of training, supervision, management and staff evaluation protocols; and staff professional development.
3. Fundraising and Budgetary Responsibilities: Soliciting grants and maintaining ongoing relationships with funders; ensuring sufficient funding for all projects and operations; oversight, management and maintenance of budget with Financial Officer; responsible for office assets, expenditures, salaries, benefits, and oversight of annual reports and audits.
4. Oversight of Office Management: Direct supervision of office administration.
5. Board Development: Responsible for reports, communications and coordination with Board of Directors; and, with Board of Directors, recruitment of new board members.
6. Litigation and Project-Specific Supervision and Management: Maintain regular contact and coordinate with staff in identifying and implementing legal advocacy strategies consistent with best practice standards for representation; supervise and manage staff on various projects and work with staff to develop project action and evaluation plans.
7. Public Relations and Media: Serve as primary media contact for JJPL and maintain ongoing relationships with press; prepare press releases and conduct other public relations as determined and/or assign PR contacts on project-specific basis.

Job Qualifications
The executive director of JJPL must have fundraising experience as well as experience managing within or directing a nonprofit organization. The executive director must be a good strategic thinker and understand how to craft and move a policy reform agenda. He or she should be creative, a team player, and have the skills to both work with government and advocate for change when required. Experience with juvenile justice issues is preferred, as is a law degree and litigation experience. Experience with Louisiana political culture is also a plus. JJPL values the diversity of its clients, staff members, volunteers and community members. Salary is commensurate with experience, generous benefits included.

To Apply:
Please email your resume and cover letter to:
Julie Peterson
JJPL Search Consultant
jempeterson@verizon.net

  Debt Mediator Wanted

New Horizons Debt Relief needs you to help people get out of debt across the USA while making money.

Come and join the fastest growing industry in the United States!!

We help people who are ready to take control of their lives and become debt free. We teach our clients how to organize their finances and prepare for the future.  We have helped thousands of consumers eliminate credit card debt and other unsecured debt obligations. We analyze their debt situation and educate them to not rely on their credit cards so that they may achieve a debt free life!

New Horizons Debt Relief needs someone who is

q    Dedicated

q    Self-motivated

q    Hardworking

q    Organized

q    Eager to Learn

q    Experience with Collections or with Debt Negotiations

Debt Mediators will mainly be negotiating debts with the collection agency. By doing this, you will be maintaining a 3 year relationship with the creditors to continuously settle with credit card companies for a low reduced amount for our clients. This is a very Customer Service driven position, so verbal, written, and mathematical skills are a MUST!!!! It is very fast paced, yet rewarding opportunity. Salary and Bonuses are included.

Our Team of professionals will make it all possible for you to learn and succeed! If you have the desire to be the best and are serious about a long-term financially rewarding career, we’re looking for you!

Computer skills and basic math skills are required.  We will teach you everything you need to know about the debt settlement industry.

Full time positions only.  Office Hours are 8:00am-5pm. Monday-Friday.

To apply email: Meredith Sievers at msievers@newhorizonsdebtrelief.com

 School Mediator SCHOOL MEDIATOR Non profit seeks mediator to work in a K-12 peer mediation program. 30 hr. mediation training a must. Bi-lingual a plus. Exc. bene's. mediation555@yahoo.com or P.O. Box 1753, Cambridge, MA 02238

Organizer - MI
	Education: No minimum requirement Location: Detroit, Michigan, 48226, United States Posted by: Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Type: Full time Language(s): English Job posted on: January 26, 2007 Salary: Starting at $43,069 Last day to apply: July 3, 2007 Last updated: May 4, 2007
	Description: SERVICE EMPLOYEES INTERNATIONAL UNION (SEIU), the nation's fastest growing labor organization representing more than 1.8 million workers, is seeking an Organizer to work in Michigan on its Long Term Care Campaign. This position is responsible for assisting the International Union in organizing; assisting SEIU Locals in the organizing of members in all jurisdictions; providing training and professional advice to SEIU Locals; and carring out International organizing and other projects on behalf of SEIU members. Duties and Responsibilities: The organizer performs a wide range of organizing duties which may vary according to location and as assigned by the International Union. An organizer may perform any one or a combination of the duties and responsibilities listed below depending on the particular assignment.  Organizing  Collective Bargaining  Training  International Assignments -- Special Project Assistance  Division Program Support  Community Support  Communications  Strike Support  Economic Research  Limited Grievance Processing / Arbitration  Other Duties as Assigned Some examples of the duties and responsibilities listed above are described below: I. ORGANIZING The Organizer will participate in the design, carrying out, and analysis of the following types of campaigns: A. External Organizing, including targeting research, financial research and analysis of targets, corporate training of organizing committees, NLRB filings, hearings, ULP's and stipulations, support and strategy work with organizers, assist in and organize affiliations B. Organizing for a Contract, especially first contracts C. Internal Organizing, including building membership support, involvement, and numbers, especially in public sector and right-to-work settings but also in all bargaining units and campaigns D. Decertification Campaigns, preventive internal organizing, analysis and alert systems for early warning, NLRB and other support work, actively participating to win decertifications II. COLLECTIVE BARGAINING A. Negotiations Preparation, including contract language and proposal development. FMCS and legal issues; organizing membership support; financial and budget research and analysis; coordinated bargaining; special first contract issues; special issue knowledge and preparation B. Across the Table Work, including spokesperson or support role; negotiating committees and caucus work; language modifications; membership support and communication; mediator involvement; fact-finding and interest arbitration work C. Contract Resolution, including handle ratification process and outline; press and publications; assist officers; strike preparations and pressure work; mediation and/or arbitration as resolution; post-settlement activity and communication with members and International III. TRAINING A. Local Union Members and Stewards, including stewards' training, negotiations training, health and safety, leadership development, etc. B. Local Union Leaders, including administration and management skills, constitution writing, internal organizing, and others as needed C. Organizers, how to win a campaign D. Staff - local and International staff training and organization, general and specific IV. INTERNATIONAL ASSIGNMENTS AND SPECIAL PROJECT ASSISTANCE A. The Organizer serves as a resource person and/or coordinator for International projects in his or her assigned area and should become a specialist where needed. In addition, the organizer may receive special assignments in areas such as mergers, trusteeships, jurisdictional disputes, and special projects. V. DIVISION PROGRAM SUPPORT This is closely linked to the International liaison role. The Organizer may be responsible for working on a program of one of SEIU's divisions at the local level. For example, this could include: A. Coordination of contract bargaining for chain-owned healthcare facilities B. Training in healthcare financial analysis for local union negotiators C. Providing contractor profiles to building service locals D. Providing building owner and/or arrangement related information E. Assisting in multi-local public sector bargaining F. Coordinate work as office automation, pay equity, VDT and other clerical issues VI. COMMUNITY SUPPORT A. Coalition Building 1. Community Groups 2. Civil Rights 3. Churches and Religions Bodies 4. Labor Council VII. COMMUNICATIONS A. External 1. Press 2. Organizing Material 3. Campaign Literature 4. Project Work B. Internal 1. Newsletters 2. Fliers 3. Training Materials VIII. STRIKE SUPPORT A. Pressure on employer B. Organize and coordinate community support C. FMCS role, and NLRB or PERB action, if any D. Research to end strike E. Back to work assignments IX. ECONOMIC RESEARCH A. Corporate Campaign Research, including financial statements, lawsuits, 990's, director interlocks, and many other sources. B. Negotiations or Strike Preparation C. Public Finance and Budget Analysis D. Contracting Out E. Bankruptcy / Inability to Pay - research X. LIMITED GRIEVANCE PROCESSING The organizer should not normally handle routine grievance processing. In some cases, the organizer shall: A. Set up and manage a grievance review system B. Advise on contract interpretation C. Handle pre-arbitration settlement discussions D. Arbitration preparation and witness interviews E. Handle arbitration hearings F. Write arbitration briefs Additional Qualifications: Ability to act and organize your time independently while maintaining a close relationship of responsibility to several local union leaders and the International. Ability to develop and carry out work plans with a minimum of supervision. Ability and skill to assist SEIU to meet its goals of organizing and representing workers successfully. Ability to work independently. Ability to balance conflicting demands successfully, to provide services in a broad range of areas, and to carry out assigned and required tasks in a competent and professional manner in keeping with SEIU's overall goals and expectations. Ability to travel and to work long and irregular hours, and to work away from home for extended periods. How to Apply: Send cover letter and resume to: SEIU Human Resources 1800 Massachusetts Avenue Washington, DC, 20036, email: hrres@seiu.org, fax: 202-429-5660. Reference job code: I-O/MI

NORTH JERSEY MEDIA GROUP

What does North Jersey Media Group do?

We provide a broad spectrum of news and information products to serve the needs of diverse communities all across North Jersey. Our award-winning daily newspapers, The Record and Herald News, serve Bergen and Passaic counties. Our Community Newspapers, representing 47 weekly and bi-weekly newspaper titles in five counties in North Jersey, include some of the best community newspapers in the state. To our affluent suburban residents, who are clustered around thriving retail hubs, we provide the elegant and popular (201) The Best of Bergen. Our monthly magazine, Parent Paper, is recognized as being an authority on parent issues.

We continue to grow.  Our Internet Web sites now include collaboration with Monster.com and we have developed a state-of- the-art printing facility in Rockaway, New Jersey.

North Jersey Media Group embraces diversity in our workforce, our products and the communities we serve. We offer competitive salaries, flexible benefits and an inclusive work environment. EOE.

GREAT OPPORTUNITY!!

The Employee Relations Specialist is responsible for providing advice and counsel to management and staff of the Company on all human resource issues relating to company policies, performance management, and procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities

Ÿ Interprets implements and administers personnel policies and

   procedures; assists in developing and maintaining personnel policies

   and procedures.

Ÿ Monitors disciplinary procedures for staff in accordance with company

   policies and state and federal law; counsels management and staff

   on corrective actions; serves as mediator between management and

   staff, resolving conflicts consistent with company practices.

Ÿ Maintains up-to-date knowledge of current state and federal legal

   and regulatory legislation relating to the Human Resource function,

   specifically in the area of employee relations and diversity.

Ÿ Prepares, analyzes, and submits company EEO-1 reports; assists

   in maintaining database regarding any changes to classifications.

Ÿ Handles employee complaints (including initial interview; assessment of

   the issue; recommendation and implementation of solutions)

Ÿ Assists the legal department in the investigation of alleged unlawful conduct.

ŸResponsible for coordinating and presenting workshops to managers

   and supervisors on company policies, procedures, performance management,

   legal issues, etc.

Ÿ Assists Director of Diversity and Business Process Improvement

   With the diversity strategic plan implementation and integration efforts.

Ÿ Participates on Diversity plan sub-councils.

Ÿ Helps facilitate the integration of diversity and inclusion values into

   business processes (such as recruitment, employee development,

   and retention practices).

Ÿ.Keep abreast of research and best practices in the area of diversity

   and inclusion through benchmarking, networking and community

   relationships, consultants, and attendance at relevant seminars.

Ÿ  Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.

Ÿ  Performs such similar, comparable, or related duties as may be required

   or assigned.

All Of The Above Are Essential Functions.

Qualifications :

Three to five years Human Resources experience with a minimum of two-years in employee relations (or similar) experience; strong working knowledge of relevant state and federal regulations.

Prior experience conducting internal investigations required skills: 

Requires high-level skills in the following disciplines:

•         Interpersonal, oral and written communication skills;

•         Conflict resolution and judgment;

•         Presentation skills.

Abilities:

 Must be able to anticipate and analyze problems, resolve issues through creative problem-solving, manage multiple assignments and changing priorities; must be able to work in a team environment.

Working Conditions:  Normal office environment; regular travel among all locations of the company; must be able to cover all shifts.

North Jersey Media Group
Contact:	Margaret Gayles
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