Transportation Authority
Dear MassDOT/
The
The Roxbury/Dorchester/Mattapan Transit Needs Study will identify strategies—from improving bus service to building new transit lines—that can guide future investment in the corridor, all with extensive community input.
It's your transit service and your neighborhood, so the success of the study will depend on your participation. Over the next 15 months, we'll be reaching out to you—while you ride the T, at community events, and at public meetings and workshops. We look forward to your input!
Transit Study Advisory Group
As part of the study, we will organize an Advisory Group to provide recommendations to the MassDOT/
How You Can Help
We are seeking individuals who live in Roxbury,
• Represent their communities
• Share project information with neighbors and report feedback to the Advisory Group
• Participate in public meetings
Although the group will not be restricted to transit users, preference will be given to regular
Proposed Meeting Schedule for the Advisory Group
Meetings will be held every 1 to 2 months for a 15 month period, beginning after the study kick-off meeting this fall. All meetings will be open to the public and non-member input will be welcomed. Meeting locations will rotate throughout the study area neighborhoods.
How the Study Will Impact Current Service
MassDOT and the
Roxbury/Dorchester/Mattapan Transit Needs Study Advisory Group Composition
The Study Advisory Group will consist of up to 30 individuals. At least half of the members will be regular transit riders in the study area and representation will be balanced across the study area. MassDOT will reserve the right to add members to ensure that certain key interests have a seat at the table—such as those representing the interests of persons with disabilities, elderly, youth, businesses, and houses of worship in the study area.
How to Apply
Please fill out the attached application and return to Scott Hamwey at scott.hamwey@state.ma.us or at MassDOT, 10
Applications will be accepted until at least September 30, although those interested in serving on a subcommittee to discuss the possible consolidation of bus stops along the Route 28 (a subset of the Advisory Group consisting of up to 15 individuals) should submit their applications by August 27.
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Transportation Authority
ADVISORY GROUP APPLICATION
In an attempt to have the most productive advisory group possible, we are asking interested individuals to provide us with the following information:
1) Your Name: ____________________________________
2) How often do you use public transportation in the Roxbury/Dorchester/Mattapan study area?
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3) What
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4) Why do you want to be a part of this effort?
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5) How do you envision public transportation improvements affecting the future of your community?
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6) Would you participate on the Advisory Group as an individual, or would you represent an organization?
How would you share information about the Study with your friends, family and co-workers?
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7) Are there times you would not be able to participate in meetings (days of the week and times)?
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8) Please provide your home address, phone number and/or email address.
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9) Are you interested in participating in a subcommittee to discuss the potential consolidation of bus stops on
Yes_______ No________
Please return to Scott Hamwey at scott.hamwey@state.ma.us or at MassDOT, 10
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Hiring: Youth Development Coordinator
Mission & History:
Lasting peace and social justice require equitable and sustainable use of resources. Bikes Not Bombs (BNB) provides community-based education and assists development projects with recycled bicycles, related technologies and technical assistance as concrete alternatives to the militarism, over-consumption and inequality that breed war and environmental destruction. Our organization is part of a worldwide movement for peace and responsible stewardship of the earth.
BNB began in 1984 as an environmentally conscious campaign in support of social change in favor of the poor in
Position:
Bikes Not Bombs (BNB) seeks to hire a Youth Development Coordinator to oversee our youth programs. This is a full-time, salaried position with benefits. Salary range is $30,000 – 32,000. The Youth Development Coordinator reports to the Executive Director.
Responsibilities:
Administration and Supervision (35%)
- Practice peer supervision with Youth Programs Coordinator.
- Supervise, evaluate, and support the professional development and growth of the Youth Programs Alumni Services Fellow.
- Plan and facilitate regular team meetings with Youth Programs Team.
- Act as Youth Programs Team liaison, by reporting regularly to Executive Director about program results and needs.
- In collaboration with Youth Programs Coordinator, recruit, hire, train, supervise, evaluate and support the professional development and growth of youth staff (10-13 during the school year, 20-25 during the summer).
- Ensure that volunteer and intern needs are met for all youth programs.
- Oversee and ensure timely data entry for Youth Programs in the CiviCRM database through management of interns, volunteers and Alumni Services Fellow.
- Develop annual budget for youth programs and monitor expenses.
Program Implementation (30%)
- Implement two Girls in Action (GIA) sessions per year (6-8 weeks each), with the help and support of GIA intern.
- Facilitate outreach and enrollment of Girls in Action.
- Identify volunteer and intern staffing needs for Girls in Action. Manage volunteers and interns.
Curriculum and
- Manage ongoing development of youth program curricula to ensure programs are best fulfilling and strengthening the organization's mission of youth development, environmental stewardship, and social justice.
- In collaboration with Youth Programs Team, develop annual goals and objectives for youth programs, and develop and implement tools for effective program evaluation.
- Co-design, implement, and evaluate a strategy to increase youth organizing and advocacy among the Youth Instructor team.
- Facilitate exchange and interaction between Youth Programs and other BNB departments.
- Plan and coordinate periodic Youth Programs events to further youth development and build the BNB youth community.
- Build BNB's collaborations with other organizations, including
- Represent Bikes Not Bombs to funders, allied organizations, parents, and the general public in collaboration with development and youth program staff.
- Work with fellow community organizations to host events that further youth empowerment and overall BNB mission.
Resource Development (15%)
- With the Executive Director, identify new grant opportunities, draft proposals and reports, and help to maintain yearly grants calendar.
- Track and report youth programs data (numbers, improvements and anecdotes) for resource development purposes.
The ideal candidate will have the following characteristics and experience:
- Ability to be both a creative, strategic visionary and a practical thinker
- Self-motivated, highly organized, systems oriented
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills (one-on-one and in a group format), cultural competency, strong listening skills
- Experience in program management and staff/volunteer supervision, with the ability to mentor, motivate, prioritize, and set clear expectations
- Experience with and interest in developing youth organizing component of programming
- 2+ years experience working directly with 10-18 year olds
- Knowledge of
- Understanding of and commitment to positive youth development
- Strong bike mechanics skills and knowledge of safe urban riding
- Demonstrated commitment to inspiring environmental stewardship and social justice
- Facility with Macintosh computers, and experience using MS Word and Excel
- Experience developing and managing budgets
- Strong collaborator, able to work with a team and adapt quickly to changing situations
- Skills in program evaluation and curriculum development
- Must be willing and able to work after-school program schedule and some Saturdays
- Multilingual/Bilingual (Spanish, English, Haitian Creole and/or Cape Verdean Creole) candidates highly preferred
- Must love bikes!
Please submit a cover letter and résumé to hiring@bikesnotbombs.org by September 10, 2010. Start date is Wednesday, October 6th.
Bikes Not Bombs encourages applicants of diverse age, ethnicity, gender, nationality, physical ability, religion, and sexuality. Women and people of color highly encouraged to apply.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Position Title: Program Coordinator, Workforce Development
Reports to: Director of Workforce Development and President & CEO
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Program Coordinator is responsible for the implementation of all adult employment and career development education and training activities including outreach, recruitment, intake, referrals and other support services. S/he will have knowledge of the workforce development systems, State and Federal workforce development initiatives and help develop programs that meet ULEM's program and organizational goals. The Coordinator will also be working in/with collaborations and partnerships, and s/he will be required to participate in workforce development alliances and coalitions.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Responsible for implementing all adult education, training and job placement programs
· Help develop and design program operations
· Maintain oversight of curriculum, program and operations development
· Develop intake, assessment, counseling and retention continuum of services
· Conduct workforce development training as necessary
· Help develop targeted outreach and recruitment strategies
· Help conduct presentations for Employer Partners, CBO's, Funders, and others regarding operations and programs
· Recruit, establish and maintain relationships with Employer Partners, mentors and volunteers
· Develop and maintain positive collaborative relationships with community organizations, constituents, government agencies and others
· Supervise ERC staff, create and implement staff development opportunities
· Work with the Director of Programs on grant reporting
· Perform other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
· BA/BS
· Minimum of 2 years related experience in workforce & program development
· Experience in providing classroom instruction in workforce development & employment skills training
· Knowledge of methodologies appropriate to adult & "hard to serve" populations
· Knowledge of government regulations/legislation regarding workforce development
· Excellent interpersonal, writing, organizational & supervisory skills
· Minimum intermediate level skills in MS Office applications, internet usage
· Excellent public & personal presentation skills
Job Opportunity
Advisor to the President/Director of the Office of Institutional Diversity and Equity
Smith College
Vacancy Announcement
Reporting to the President of Smith College, the Director of the Office of Institutional Diversity and Equity (OIDE) initiates and implements the College's expansive diversity goals and provides leadership in efforts to achieve an enhanced climate of understanding, an appreciation of difference, engagement and acceptance of diversity at the College. At Smith, we believe that diversity, in all aspects of the educational environment, is necessary for achieving the highest level of academic excellence. Smith seeks a dynamic and committed leader to head the OIDE, who will collaborate with others to sustain a college environment that provides a welcoming and supportive community for a diverse range of students, faculty and staff.
The successful candidate for this position will lead the OIDE and will be responsible for developing and implementing its mission and for collaborating in these efforts with academic, administrative and student affairs personnel. The director administers the college's affirmative action program, and will provide advice and counsel on the College's goal of increasing and sustaining the diversity of its staff and faculty. The director oversees College policies related to diversity and equity and monitors grievance processes and complaint procedures in place to ensure that they are fair and effective in dealing with complaints of discrimination, sexual harassment, or any form of harassment. The Director provides advice and consultation as complaints are investigated, and also assists individuals and groups in the Smith community regarding conflicts or disputes. The OIDE includes the Office of Disability Services, which advises and aids the community with disability accommodations and offers programs on disabilities and accommodations.
The successful candidate will be an effective senior leader with vision and proven success in building collaborative and transformative cultures. Effective communication and networking skills and the ability to forge partnerships will be critical to the candidate's success. Extensive knowledge and experience in the field of diversity and a keen understanding of the legal and social aspects of diversity, access and disability required. Bachelor's degree required, advanced degree preferred.
Review of applications will begin immediately. To view job description and to be considered for this position, apply on-line at http://jobs.smith.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=51904
Smith College is an equal opportunity employer encouraging excellence through diversity
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**Exciting Teen Job Opportunity at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
Greetings!
Are you looking for an experience this coming school year that not only pays you, but allows your voice to be heard within the context of an institution? The Museum of Fine Arts, Boston (MFA) is currently recruiting new Teen Arts Council (TAC) members for this school year.
The TAC is a leadership development program using the apprenticeship model for a group of teenagers that serves to connect the MFA with Greater Boston's teens, families and communities. In paid positions, the TAC members are introduced to a wide range of museum professions and learning opportunities, while also gaining valuable work experience where they get to meet other teens and have some fun.
Throughout the year, TAC members have the opportunity to work on a variety of activities such as creating and producing teen-focused events, greeting and giving information to Museum visitors and creating wall labels to accompany the Museum's art collections. They also attend workshops and training sessions designed to develop their creative and critical thinking skills. The TAC meets every week on Wednesdays from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
TO APPLY: Fill out the online application found at http://www.mfa.org//master/sub.asp?key=3115&subkey=5941
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, 15 September 2010 at 11:59 p.m.
Best Regards,
Stephen Richardson
Teen Programs Manager
Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
465 Huntington Ave.
Boston, MA 02115
617-369-4359
srichardson@mfa.org
www.mfa.org
Being the New MFA
GED Teacher Needed
@ Bunker Hill Community College, Community Education Program
Hello and Happy Summer to All:
We here at Bunker Hill Community College Community Education Program are looking for a GED Preparation teacher. This teacher will prepare students for the State Department of Education's High School Diploma Equivalency Examination; Tuesday and Thursday nights 6:00 PM to 7:15 PM starting September 7, 2010.
Qualified candidates please contact Ann Dunphy:
aldunphy@bhcc.mass.edu or 617-228-2498
Have a Happy Day!
Sincerely,
Mark Wigfall
Director, Business Development
Bunker Hill Community College
Workforce Development Center
250 New Rutherford Avenue
Boston, MA 02129
617-228-2414 (Direct)
617-228-2080 (Fax)
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Job Opps @ Paige Academy (See August Newsletter)
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OR, IS IT JUST THE BEGINNING? YOU DECIDE!
( Stay tuned, as the struggle continues. )
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ROXBURY: WARD 8, Pcts 3-4, 7; WARD 9, Pcts 3-5; WARD 11, Pcts 1-3, 5; WARD 12, Pcts 1-9
SOUTH END: Ward 4, Pct 4; Ward 9, Pct 2
FENWAY : Ward 4, Pcts 5, 8-9