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Government/Economics
| ONLINE RESOURCES | | USA Jobs
Official site for Federal jobs, maintained by the Office of Personnel Management. | http://www.usajobs.opm.gov/ | Government Exec.
News and career information about the Federal Government. | http://www.govexec.com/ | Politix Group
Political and government jobs and internships in Washington, DC with US Congress, White House and Executive Branch, Political Parties, Media, and Policy Organizations. Includes current political campaign opportunities in DC and around America. | http://www.politixgroup.com/dcjobs.htm | Partnership for Public Service
Profiles of public service careers. | http://www.ourpublicservice.org/staff_name3761/staff_name.htm | ALMIS State Projections
Find out what's hot now and what jobs experts are predicting will be hot in the near future (and in which states). | www.projectionscentral.com/projhome.asp | State Career Page
Link to individual state career pages to find information on the application process and job openings. | www.thejobpage.gov/statelocal.asp | Student Jobs
Links to student-employment pages for more than 50 federal agencies and to the federal government's worldwide employment information database of permanent federal jobs. | http://www.studentjobs.gov/ | Commonwealth Department of Education Science & Training
Careers for Economics Graduates | http://www.dest.gov.au/graduate/eco02.htm | 'A Guide (and Advice) for Economics on he U.S. Junior Academic Job Market'
Topics addressed include: preparing to go on the market, applying for academic jobs and interviewing. | http://www.aeaweb.org/joe/ | National Association for Business Economics
An association of professionals who have an interest in business economics and who want to use the latest economic data and trends to enhance their ability to make sound business decisions. | http://www.nabe.com/ | National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration
Information about education and training for public service careers. | http://www.naspaa.org/ | | ADDITIONAL RESOURCES AVAILABLE AT CCD | | The Directory of Federal Jobs & Employers | | The Harvard College Guide to Careers in Government & Politics | | SAMPLE JOB TITLES | SAMPLE JOB DESCRIPTION | | Government Affairs Director | Directs an organization's policies and objectives involving matters of government and regulations. Analyzes proposed legislative actions and determines the potential impact on the organization. Monitors legislative and regulatory activities and develops company positions. Requires a bachelor's degree with at least 10 years of experience in the field. Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Leads and directs the work of others. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Typically reports to top management. (www.salary.com) | | Grant/Proposal Writer | Develops resources, researches funding sources, and writes proposals to a variety of organizations. Prepares contract proposals and may administer major contracts. Also may negotiate contractual provisions with potential partners. Requires a bachelor's degree in a related area and at least 3 years of work experience. Has knowledge of standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision; typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. (www.salary.com) | | Police Patrol Officer | Responsible for patrolling an assigned area to prevent and discover crime and to enforce regulations. Duties may include: conducting investigations, making arrests, and testifying in court; responding to calls and taking necessary action at the scene of crime or disturbance; completing reports/forms and routine paperwork. Usually requires a minimum of associate's degree in criminal justice and/or additional certifications and at least 12 to 18 months of law enforcement experience. Works under the general supervision of a Police Sergeant. (www.salary.com) | | Speech Writer | Prepares and/or writes speeches, briefings, and other documents for key executive corporate positions. Plans and edits in-house communications vehicles. May be responsible for editorials, press releases or articles. Requires a bachelor's degree in a related area and at least 4 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. May report to an executive or a manager. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. (www.salary.com) | | Urban Planner | Develops land-use plans for the beneficial development of urban areas. Requires a bachelor's degree in a related field and 2-4 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on judgment and limited experience to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision; typically reports to a supervisor or manager. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. (www.salary.com) | |
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