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INDUSTRY OVERVIEW & JOB OUTLOOK  
Occupational Outlook Handbook - Bureau of Labor Statistics http://www.bls.gov/search/ooh.asp?qu=Arts&ct=OOH
Vault.com http://www.vault.com/cb/careerlib/careerlib_main.jsp?parrefer=411

SAMPLE RELEVANT BABSON CONCENTRATIONS  
Ethics, Philosophy, & Culture Legal Studies
Gender Studies  Accounting
Historical & Political Studies Science & Society

SAMPLE NON-PROFIT COMPANIES RECRUITING ON-CAMPUS  
Archdiocese of Boston Goddard House
American Anti-Slavery Group Planned Parenthood League of Massachusetts
Appalachian Moutain Club Make-A-Wish Foundation
FATE Foundation Neighborhood of Affordable Housing (NOAH)
Northeast Energy Efficiency Partnerships Peace Corps
Green Corps The Center for Women & Enterprise

SALARY DATA  
Salary.com www.salary.com

ONLINE RESOURCES  
Massachusetts Cultural Council
Local internships and job opportunities.
http://www.hireculture.org/
New England Opportunity (NOCS)
Source of nonprofit jobs.
http://www.opnocsne.org/
Action Without Borders (Idealist)
Jobs, internships, and volunteer opportunities.
http://www.idealist.org/
National Council of Nonprofit Associations
Resources include non-profit news and job search information.
http://www.ncna.org/
Alliance for Nonprofit Management
The professional association of individuals and organizations devoted to improving the management and governance capacity of nonprofits.
http://www.allianceonline.org/
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
This publication features news, events, resources, and job listings.
http://www.philanthropy.com/
The Foundation Center
The site of the nation’s leading authority on philanthropy includes various resources, news, and links.
http://www.fdncenter.org/
Volunteer Match
Nonprofit online service that helps interested volunteers get involved with community service organizations throughout the United States.
http://www.volunteermatch.org/

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES AVAILABLE AT CCD

Jobs and Careers with Non-Profit Organizations
100 Best Non-Profits to Work for

SAMPLE JOB TITLES SAMPLE JOB DESCRIPTION
Admissions Representative (Higher Education) Responsible for recruiting prospective students. Leads college/university information sessions and coordinates campus tours for students and parents. Provides guidance throughout the admissions process. May require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty 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 experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. Typically reports to a supervisor.  (www.salary.com)
Admitting Director Reviews admitting department operations to ensure compliance with applicable standards. Oversees the in-patient/out-patient admissions functions, bed assignments, and completion of preliminary paperwork for entering patients. Works with medical, nursing and accounting staff to ensure appropriate patient placement. Confirms that all insurance benefits coverage meets standards of admission as dictated by hospital policy. May require a bachelor's degree and at least 7 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 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)
Annual Gift Coordinator (Higher Education) Aids in the planning and implementing of annual gift programs. Supervises, evaluates, and restructures assigned campaigns. Responsible for attracting and retaining prospective donors, monitoring mailings, and analyzing past donations. Requires a bachelor's degree and 2-4 years of fundraising experience. 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 supervise work of others. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Typically reports to the Annual Gift Director.  (www.salary.com)
Bereavement Services Director Designs, plans and directs the home care bereavement program. Trains and coordinates a staff of bereavement counselors. Assigns counselors to families as necessary, and ensures services fulfill the needs of the family. Requires a bachelor's degree and at least 5 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 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)

Case Worker

Provides social-work services to patients and their families. Evaluates patients and their families to ensure proper social interaction and living environment. Require a bachelor's degree in social work, sociology, psychology or other areas of specialty 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 limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. (www.salary.com)
Day Care Center Teacher Oversees the educational activities within the day care classroom. Structures the curriculum and monitors students' progress to ensure activities are meeting the children's needs. Holds conferences with parents to discuss child's progress as well as any issues that arise. May require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty, state license, and 2-3 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. (www.salary.com)
Foreign Studies Advisor (Higher Education) Responsible for assisting students looking to travel abroad for studies, employment, and volunteering. Researches study abroad opportunities and leads information sessions for interested students. Helps students get the necessary documentation for travel abroad, foreign course registration, and credit transfer. May require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty 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 limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. Typically reports to a director. (www.salary.com)
Fundraising Manager Develops fundraising strategies and oversees all aspects of fundraising programs. Creates fundraising goals and solicits funds to meet these goals. Identifies new donors and organizes initiatives to solicit funding. May be responsible for developing major gift opportunities and writing grant proposals. Requires a bachelor's degree in area of specialty and 6-8 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 extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. May lead and direct the work of others. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Typically reports to top management. (www.salary.com)
Grants/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)
Library Services Director Directs and oversees all library activities at a university or college. Responsibilities include acquiring necessary books and materials, managing library personnel, and providing service and support to library patrons. Requires a bachelor's degree and at least 7 years of related experience. 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. Leads and directs the work of others. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Typically reports to a manager or a head of a unit/department. (www.salary.com)
Managed Care Coordinator Resolves managed care operational issues such as authorization for services, billing, and claims payment. Ensures all clinical operations comply with Medicare and Medicaid guidelines and other managed care policies. Maintains managed care contracts and educational information databases. May require an associate's degree and certification as a registered nurse with 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 experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. Works under general supervision. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. (www.salary.com)
Medical Social Worker Interviews, coordinates, and plans programs to meet the social and emotional needs of patients and patients' families in a hospital setting. Provides crisis intervention and assists families in understanding the implications and complexities of the medical situation and its impact on lifestyle. Requires a bachelor's degree in social work 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 experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. Typically reports to a manager. (www.salary.com)
Museum Curator Responsible for the care of the museum's entire collection. Determines the layout of pieces throughout the museum. Coordinates special exhibitions, arranges research, and manages the storage of the collection. Contacts benefactors and writes grant proposals to increase museum funding. Recommends additions to the collection and keeps the inventory up to date. Requires a bachelor's degree in area of specialty and 4-5 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 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 a manager or a head of a unit/department. (www.salary.com)
Program Director Develops and implements an organization's programs. Assesses needs and ensures that program objectives are met. Coordinates activities of program committees and/or other groups to plan procedures. Requires a bachelor's degree in a related area and at least 7 years of experience in the field. Provides direction and supervision to staff. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Typically reports to an executive. (www.salary.com)
Speech & Language Pathologist Diagnoses and treats speech and language problems, and engages in scientific study of human communication. Evaluates speech and language skills as related to educational, medical, social, and psychological factors. Plans, directs, or conducts rehabilitative treatment programs to restore communicative efficiency of individuals with communication problems of organic and nonorganic etiology. Requires a master's degree in speech-language pathology and may require a certificate of clinical competence in speech-language pathology (CCC). Expected to meet certain state licensing requirements. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Typically reports to a manager or director. (www.salary.com)

 

 

 

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