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1.: VP HR NYC From: Ian Kennedy

2.: Engineering Jobs-NY & CT From: psharkany

3.: Six Sigma Black Belt - Upper Fairfield County From: Ian Kennedy

4.: Resume Review Workshop From: YvonneH

5.: Director Financial Reporting From: rondelljwalker

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1.: VP HR NYC

Posted by: "Ian Kennedy" ikennedy@schegggroup.com ibkennedy47

Fri May 21, 2010 5:10 am (PDT)

Dear Friends,

This was sent to me by a friend. Sorry, I don't have a connection.

Good luck, Ian

Ian Kennedy

President

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665 Broadway, Suite 500 - NewYork, NY 10012

Tel.: 212-677-1900 www.rainforest-alliance.org

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

Title: Vice President of Human Resources

Reports to: President

Location: New York, NY

The Rainforest Alliance (RA) is an international nonprofit organization that
works to conserve biodiversity and ensure sustainable livelihoods by
transforming land-use practices, business practices and consumer behavior.
Based in New York City, with offices throughout the United States and
worldwide, the Rainforest Alliance works with people whose livelihoods
depend on the land, helping them transform the way they grow food, harvest
wood and host travelers.

Position Summary:

As a member of the Rainforest Alliance's leadership team, the Vice President
of Human Resources provides strategic planning, leadership and oversight of
organizational-wide HR activities. S/he oversees all HR activities for 300
staff in 12 countries (65% overseas staff). This includes, but is not
limited to, organizational development, employee relations, compensation and
benefits, administration and compliance. S/he provides leadership in the
deployment of HR initiatives and develops and implements human resource
policies, practices and programs consistent with, and in support of RA's
objectives, vision and mission.

Responsibilities:

* Organizational Development:

o Directs a process of organizational planning that evaluates
structure, job design, and human capital needs throughout the organization;

o Develops and implements policies and programs to ensure RA attracts
the highest caliber talent; collaborates with Senior Management team to
develop annual hiring plan and recruiting budget for all organization
positions;

o Ensures managers are counseled with respect to candidate selection;

o Develops and facilitates learning and development initiatives for
both domestic and international staff;

o Provides management coaching to senior level staff;

o Develops and manages policies and programs to ensure effective
succession planning;

* Employee Relations:

o Formulates and recommends HR policies and objectives with regards
to employee relations, ensuring HR practices and policies are aligned with
RA's culture, strategy, objectives and standards;

o Determines and recommends employee relations practices necessary to
establish a positive employer-employee relationship and promote a high level
of employee morale;

o Plays a leading role in resolving employment legal disputes;

o Oversees the performance management process; provides supervisory
and employee counseling focused on timely issue resolution;

o Protects interests of employees and RA in accordance with
organizational Human Resources policies and governmental laws and
regulations; reviews all disciplinary actions; resolves employee problems
through established grievance procedures;

o Oversees the process for managing staff changes at all levels;

* Compensation and benefits:

o Working closely with the CFO, oversees all benefits and
compensation policies, procedures, programs and standards across operating
locations, including expatriate management;

o Oversees the benefits and compensation strategy planning and
administration process;

o Oversees the negotiation, implementation and administration of
benefit programs and various employment-related insurance policies;

* Lead and manage the human resource division

o Ensure the HR division is structured, staffed, and managed to
achieve goals;

o Develop and manage budget;

o Liaison with RA Board of Directors on HR related issues;

* Administration and compliance:

o Formulates, recommends and communicates Human Resources policies
and procedures for the organization; and

o Serves as a resource and ensures compliance with employment laws
and regulations; identifies and ensures compliance with legal requirements
and government reporting regulations affecting Human Resources function;
monitors exposure of the organization.

Qualifications:

* Bachelor's degree, preferably in human resources; Master's degree a
plus;

* PHR or SPHR certification a plus

* Minimum 15 years broad generalist experience at the management
level in a multi-location environment;

* International HR experience required; not-for-profit organization
experience preferred;

* Exceptional managerial skills and ability to lead by example;

* A high level of personal and professional integrity;

* Strong leadership, strategic, organization development and
communications (interpersonal and writing) skills;

* Outstanding ability to effectively interact with managers,
supervisors and staff;

* Ability to communicate with diplomacy and tact and function as a
facilitator;

* Ability to select appropriate techniques for resolving problems;
coaching skills;

* Experience working for a rapidly growing organization (and/or
experience proactively managing change

* Ability to travel up to 20 % of the time to major domestic and
international operating locations;

* Strong Computer literacy (MS Office and HRIS systems); and

* Spanish proficiency strongly preferred.

Compensation:

Commensurate with experience. Competitive benefits package provided.

To apply:

Send resume, cover letter, and salary history to Human Resources, Rainforest
Alliance, 665 Broadway, Suite 500, New York, NY 10012; Fax: 212-677-2187;
E-mail: Personnel@ra.org. If emailing, use the following format in the
subject line: first name and last name, job title of position you are
applying for.

The Rainforest Alliance is an equal opportunity employer.

Vice President of Human Resources

Position Announcement

May 10, 2010

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2.: Engineering Jobs-NY & CT

Posted by: "psharkany" psharkany@yahoo.com psharkany

Fri May 21, 2010 6:41 am (PDT)

FYI- Several NY Engineering jobs as well as UTC/Sikorsky @ Stratford CT listngs.

Regards-
Patrick Sharkany

View my LinkedIn profile:

http://www.linkedin.com/in/psharkany

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Dear Patrick,

The following is the weekly job summary for new Engineering jobs within 30 miles of Bethel, CT in the past 7 days. You are receiving it because you have a JobCircle resume in the Engineering category and your account email preferences indicate that you would like to receive this email. If you would like to stop receiving this weekly job summary, we have provided you with a link below to do so at the bottom of this message.

1. Assoc Eng, Gen Engrg
Stratford, CT, Length: full time.
Posted by United Technologies Corporation on 2010-05-19
http://jobcircle. com/classifieds/ 5657291.html? ws=1

2. Brion Field Applications Engineer
Fishkill, NY, Length: full time.
Posted by ASML on 2010-05-19
http://jobcircle. com/classifieds/ 5656778.html? ws=1

3. Sr Svc Eng,TechConsultg/ SvcEng
Stratford, CT, Length: full time.
Posted by United Technologies Corporation on 2010-05-19
http://jobcircle. com/classifieds/ 5657378.html? ws=1

4. Principal Airworthiness Engineer
Stratford, CT, Length: full time.
Posted by United Technologies Corporation on 2010-05-19
http://jobcircle. com/classifieds/ 5657214.html? ws=1

5. Eng, Mechanical
Stratford, CT, Length: full time.
Posted by United Technologies Corporation on 2010-05-19
http://jobcircle. com/classifieds/ 5657355.html? ws=1

6. Engine Interface Engineer
Stratford, CT, Length: full time.
Posted by United Technologies Corporation on 2010-05-19
http://jobcircle. com/classifieds/ 5657353.html? ws=1

7. Net Eng-OSP ENGINEER I
Valhalla, NY, Length: full time.
Posted by Adecco on 2010-05-19
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8. Standards Engineer - Mech - Parts & Obsolescence. ..
Stratford, CT, Length: full time.
Posted by United Technologies Corporation on 2010-05-19
http://jobcircle. com/classifieds/ 5657115.html? ws=1

9. Airframe Design Engineer
Stratford, CT, Length: full time.
Posted by United Technologies Corporation on 2010-05-19
http://jobcircle. com/classifieds/ 5657316.html? ws=1

10. Jr Propulsion Engineer
Stratford, CT, Length: full time.
Posted by United Technologies Corporation on 2010-05-19
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11. Quality Engineer
Trumbull, CT, Length: full time.
Posted by United Technologies Corporation on 2010-05-19
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12. Handling Qualities & CLAWS analysis Engineer
Stratford, CT, Length: full time.
Posted by United Technologies Corporation on 2010-05-19
http://jobcircle. com/classifieds/ 5657125.html? ws=1

13. Process and Product Quality Engineer MAC
Stratford, CT, Length: full time.
Posted by United Technologies Corporation on 2010-05-19
http://jobcircle. com/classifieds/ 5657123.html? ws=1

14. Staff Engineer, Advanced Concepts
Stratford, CT, Length: full time.
Posted by United Technologies Corporation on 2010-05-19
http://jobcircle. com/classifieds/ 5657130.html? ws=1

15. Engineer - Subsytem Mechanical Design
Stratford, CT, Length: full time.
Posted by United Technologies Corporation on 2010-05-19
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16. Performance Engineering
North Haven, CT, Length: full time.
Posted by Aerotek CE on 2010-05-18
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17. Performance Engineer
North Haven, CT, Length: full time.
Posted by Aerotek CE on 2010-05-18
http://jobcircle. com/classifieds/ 5650899.html? ws=1

18. Inside Sales Engineer
Port Chester, NY, Length: full time.
Posted by Aerotek CE on 2010-05-18
http://jobcircle. com/classifieds/ 5650938.html? ws=1

19. Packaging Thermal Mechanical Engineer
Hopewell Junction, NY, Length: full time.
Posted by International Business Machines on 2010-05-17
http://jobcircle. com/classifieds/ 5644064.html? ws=1

20. Packaging Thermal Mechanical Engineer
Hopewell Junction, NY, Length: full time.
Posted by International Business Machines on 2010-05-17
http://jobcircle. com/classifieds/ 5644051.html? ws=1

21. Structural Engineer 1
Watertown, CT, Length: full time.
Posted by Tran Systems on 2010-05-17
http://jobcircle. com/classifieds/ 5645137.html? ws=1

22. Architect Sr Advisor
North Haven, CT, Length: full time.
Posted by WellPoint on 2010-05-16
http://jobcircle. com/classifieds/ 5633496.html? ws=1

23. Architect Advisor or Sr.
North Haven, CT, Length: full time.
Posted by WellPoint on 2010-05-16
http://jobcircle. com/classifieds/ 5633508.html? ws=1

24. Architecture Blueprinting/ Portfolio Coordinator. ..
North Haven, CT, Length: full time.
Posted by WellPoint on 2010-05-16
http://jobcircle. com/classifieds/ 5633515.html? ws=1

25. OSP Engineer - OSP/FTTP/FTTN/ Fiber
Valhalla, NY, Length: full time.
Posted by Ajilon Consulting on 2010-05-16
http://jobcircle. com/classifieds/ 5633850.html? ws=1

26. Customer Engineer II - (12)
Hopewell, NY, Length: full time.
Posted by Applied Materials on 2010-05-16
http://jobcircle. com/classifieds/ 5635843.html? ws=1

27. OSP Engineer - OSP/FTTP/FTTN/ Fiber
Valhalla, NY, Length: full time.
Posted by Adecco on 2010-05-15
http://jobcircle. com/classifieds/ 5624288.html? ws=1

28. Associate Director, Site Engineering
Ridgefield, CT, Length: full time.
Posted by Boehringer Ingelheim on 2010-05-14
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29. Senior Package Engineer I
Norwalk, CT, Length: full time.
Posted by Campbell Company of Canada on 2010-05-14
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30. Mechanical Design Engineer
Danbury, CT, Length: full time.
Posted by Goodrich Corporation on 2010-05-14
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31. Design Engineer - Robotics
Bridgeport, CT, Length: full time.
Posted by FF & C Management on 2010-05-14
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Shelton, CT, Length: full time.
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3.: Six Sigma Black Belt - Upper Fairfield County

Posted by: "Ian Kennedy" ikennedy@schegggroup.com ibkennedy47

Fri May 21, 2010 11:54 am (PDT)

Dear Friends,

We are working with a client who is looking for a Six Sigma Black Belt in
Upper Fairfield County, CT. Salary range is $80K - $110K.

If you are a results oriented, take pride in your work with a Black Belt -
this position may be for you!

To apply: http://tbe.taleo.net/NA8/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=SCHEGG
<http://tbe.taleo.net/NA8/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=SCHEGG&cws=1&rid=1
45> &cws=1&rid=145

The Six Sigma Black Belt will lead project teams to improve critical
business processes that drive financial results with an average savings of
$75K per project.

Job Duties:

Lead projects where the subject focus and solutions are moderately complex
in nature, availability, and attainability. Lead improvement projects;
project leadership includes identifying opportunities, defining and
financially justifying projects, launching project teams, using good project
management to manage team activities, leading teams to execute projects,
tracking project status and results, removing and elevating project
barriers, and developing team members.

Measure results. Manage the development and maintenance of methods and
systems for measuring the degree to which the project goals, objectives and
metrics are being met.

Recruit and train team members. Identify potential Green and Black Belts and
recruit team members in the Six Sigma infrastructure.

Integrate improvement projects. Ensure projects are integrated with other
business activities and business strategy.

Communicate. Ensure multi-channel communication throughout the organization.

Must be a results oriented change agent who is an effective business systems
thinker.

Must be able to manage risk and ambiguity on a project.

Required Background/Experience:

Bachelors Degree, preferably in Engineering or Business or an equivalent
level of work experience.

Three to five years of professional level experience.

Prior supervisory experience is a plus.

Project management skills, team leadership skills and good communication
skills.

Ability to learn and do statistical analysis and have basic computer skills.

Automotive manufacturing background a plus.

To apply: http://tbe.taleo.net/NA8/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=SCHEGG
<http://tbe.taleo.net/NA8/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=SCHEGG&cws=1&rid=1
45> &cws=1&rid=145

Please share with your own networks.

Ian

Ian Kennedy

President

<mailto:ikennedy@schegggroup.com> ikennedy@schegggroup.com

www.schegggroup.com

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We currently have several searches underway. Please click
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the open positions and
<http://www.schegggroup.com/search-practice/submit-your-resume/> here to
upload your resume to our database.

For information on our outplacement programs click
<http://www.schegggroup.com/outplacement> here.

For information on our coaching programs click
<http://www.schegggroup.com/coaching/> here.

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4.: Resume Review Workshop

Posted by: "YvonneH" yhanna@optonline.net yhanna32

Fri May 21, 2010 12:30 pm (PDT)

http://www.ezrah.org/new/
Free Resume Review Workshop

Your resume is often your first introduction to prospective employers. It is crucial that this document be up-to-date, easy to read and completely error free.

Please join Project Ezrah for a free resume review workshop. Take advantage of our resume reviewers who will help you to edit your resume into a clear, concise, professional document.

To participate in this workshop, you must bring several hard copies of your updated, finalized to the best of your ability, resume. Our resume reviewers will edit the resume by marking up the hard copy with suggested changes. Participants will then be able to edit their resumes at home based upon the suggestions made at the workshop.

The event will take place from 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Each hour will be divided into twenty minute time slots. If interested in participating, please register in advance for a one-on-one time slot by calling the Project Ezrah Employment Department at 201-569-9047. Time slots will be filled on a first come, first served basis. If you register for this workshop, please commit to attending as you will be taking a time slot that will no longer be available to another.

In order to have this workshop run as smoothly as possible, you may be required to wait to meet with a resume reviewer. For those waiting, we thought it would be a good opportunity for networking facilitated by, "bring a job, share a job." Have you run across a wonderful position during your job search that is not in your field? Do you have connections with someone looking for an employee? Please bring a copy of this job including job title, description, and contact information to share with other participants. We will have a designated location for this portion of the program

Project Ezrah Resume Review Workshop:

Date: Wednesday, May 26, 2010

Time: 11:00 a.m. - 02:00 p.m. (EST)
Location: Teaneck, NJ – Details will follow upon successful registration
To register call:
The Project Ezrah Employment Department:
Jennifer, Leora, Shannon
Tel: 201-569-9047

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5.: Director Financial Reporting

Posted by: "rondelljwalker" rondell@rjfinance.net rondelljwalker

Fri May 21, 2010 6:35 pm (PDT)

Director of Financial Reporting for a Fairfield County client. The
person doing this job has been promoted...but still doing this job. So
he is anxious to have this filled right away! The candidate would have
10+ years related experience, including Public Accounting, a CPA with
and current corporate SEC reporting. Will have strong technical
accounting research skills; will document policies and procedures
surrounding accounting processes. Will oversee the preparation and
distribution of financial statements for external use. Supervise the
preparation of 10-K, 10-Q, and other SEC required documents. Is the
point person for SOX compliance. Contact Joan Hansen, CPA (860) 278-5840
X: 291 Thank you for your help,

Joan

Joan Hansen, CPC

Senior Recruiter (Audit | Finance | Accounting) (National Markets) RJS
Associates, Inc.

10 Columbus Boulevard

Hartford, CT 06106

Phone (860) 278-5840 ext: 291

Fax (860) 522-8313

Cell (860) 490-3263

jhansen@rjsassociates.com <mailto:jhansen@rjsassociates.com>

www.rjsassociates.com <http://www.rjsassociates.com/>

View my profile on LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/jehansencpc
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