Yesterday Was By Turns Exciting & Yet Sobering

... of course, we're talking about the return of the NHL pre-season, for which we're completely unprepared.  OK, we know you know what we're really thinking about this morning.

And, don't forget previously noted opportunities closing this week.

We have it on good authority that CLS Strategies is still actively seeking candidates for Managing Associate (scroll down) post – 4+ years of experience in public affairs, corporate, and/or crisis communications required, as well as strong writing skills & media relations savvy.

A mystery professional services firm seeks Executive Assistant to support the Managing Director of government affairs – strong organizational skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, excellent proofreading and writing skills & ability to be a step ahead of this busy exec will merit you a $70k-$80k pay grade – search managed by TRAK Services

Corporate Executive Board – PR Specialist/Assistant Account Exec – one-to-three  years of experience in PR or corporate communications required, agency experience a plus

National Council of Behavioral Health

• Director of Media Relations
• Communications Associate
• Communications Specialist
• Digital Engagement Manager

Government contractor Ikun seeks Junior Communications Specialist to help develop & implement a multi-phase privacy policy/process communications plan for un-named agency client 

U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops – Executive Director, Public Affairs – minimum of fifteen years experience in corporate communications or PR required, preferably in non-profit and/or faith-based settings - search managed by Patino Associates

Aspen Institute

• Communications Editor
• Assistant Director for Policy and Program Coordinator supporting the Education & Society Program

WESTAT – Senior Health Communications Specialist – background in social marketing, knowledge management, and stakeholder/partner engagement required, with experience in public/media relations and digital marketing a plus.

City of Alexandria Dept. of Community & Human Services

• Public Information Specialist – $45k-$73k – apply by Oct. 7
• Public Information Specialist – part-time – $21-$32/hr – apply by Oct. 8

Federal Communications Commission – Outreach & Strategy Specialist – $75k-$98k – job ID: DEU-OMR-2014-003 – apply today, Sept. 22

George Washington University

• Development Manager for the GW Museum & Textile Museum – apply by Sept. 26
• Web Content Specialist, Medical School

Ocean Conservancy – Vice President of Resource Development – proven record of bringing in the big bucks, as in six & seven (!) figure level, is desired

Uber

• Senior Communications Lead
• Insurance Policy Manager
• Marketing Manager – content/email focus
• more operations, marketing & support positions available in DC & nation/worldwide

GE seeks Government Relations Leader to overseeing GE's engagement with governments around the world on oil & gas policy and regulatory issues, with a particular focus on drilling, machinery & control systems – minimum 10 years of domestic & international advocacy experience required.

Order of the Sons of Italy – Internships – apply by Dec. 15 for Spring 2015 term

American Federation of Teachers

• Director of Special Projects (pdf) – $164k – responsible for the overall management of AFT’s efforts to mobilize AFT members and the community to promote federation goals on key campaigns & initiatives
• Admin Assistant (pdf) to the office of the President – $57k-$88k

Population Reference Bureau – Program Assistant, International Programs (scroll to find) – admin & meeting planning duties appear to by major parts of your portfolio

Profiles PR – Baltimore, MD

• Account Exec
• Interns (scroll down)

Your 1-2 years on-air experience in the broadcast news biz earns you consideration for weekend News Anchor/Reporter post for News Channel 8 and Sinclair Broadcast Group

College of William & Mary – Williamsburg, Va.

• Media Placement Specialist – to $32k – apply today, Sept. 22
• Marketing Manager, Office of Advancement
• Conference & Event Coordinator, Law School – apply by Oct. 1

Ian, Evan & Alexander Corp. – Media Relations Specialist – part-time