Date: Wed, 29 Jul 1998 10:56:00 EDT From: CSubject: CMEP Job ----------------------------Original message---------------------------- ============================================== Public Citizen's Critical Mass Energy Project ============================================== July 29, 1998 Position Available Legislative Assistant Public Citizen's Critical Mass Energy Project Since its founding in 1974, Public Citizen's Critical Mass Energy Project has been a powerful voice in the movement to end our nation's reliance on nuclear and fossil fuels and to promote safe, economical and environmentally sound energy technologies. From a Capitol Hill office, Critical Mass prepares and disseminates reports, lobbies Congress, and acts as a watchdog of key federal and state energy agencies. Critical Mass also works closely with citizens groups and individuals across the country, empowering them to participate in important decisions affecting their health, safety and standard of living. DESCRIPTION: The Administrative Assistant/Organizer provides administrative and programmatic support for the Director. This position also provides organizing support on key issues. RESPONSIBILITIES: 1) Provide administrative support including database management, file maintenance, faxing, copying, mailings, deliveries and scheduling. 2) Respond to information requests from Public Citizen members, students, and others as needed. 3) Sends alerts to E-mail listservs and updates websites. 4) Work with organizing staff to implement grassroots campaigns and media strategies. 5) Provide research support and develop brief reports, fact sheets and other materials. QUALIFICATIONS: College degree preferred. Strong writing and analytical skills. Must be proficient in WordPerfect and Microsoft Access or similar database. Familiarity with website design software preferred. Can-do attitude and commitment to public interest work important. Candidate should be committed to protecting the environment and consumers. Ability to climb two flights of stairs required. SALARY/BENEFITS: 1) Excellent benefits, including medical and dental coverage. 2) Three weeks paid vacation, 10 holidays. 3) Pension after three years. 4) Shower and bike storage facilities on-site. Salary Based on qualifications; excellent benefits package. For immediate consideration please forward a cover sheet, your resume, and a 1-2 page writing sample to: Public Citizen 1600 20th St., N.W., Washington, D.C. 20009. Attn. Personnel. Must indicate Job No.ELEC-026 EOE/Non-smoking. NO CALLS.