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Canku
Ota
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(Many
Paths)
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An
Online Newsletter Celebrating Native America
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April
3, 2004 - Issue 110
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Opportunities
- Page Two
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Here you will find listings of:
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- Positions Available - including Fellowships and Internships;
- Scholarship, Award and Grant Information; and
- Event Announcements.
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We
will update this page if we receive additional opportunities
for events, etc. that will occur before our issue publication
date.
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We receive these announcements from various
sources including Harvard University Native American Program
(HUNAP) and NativeShare
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To view additional listing from previous
issues, click here 
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04/03/04
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Position
Announcement:
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Title:
Regional Extension Educator, Crops (Three Full-time Positions
Available)
Capacity/Program Area: Agriculture, Food and Environment (AFE)
Deadline: April 22, 2004
Location: Extension Regional Centers in Albert Lea, Hutchinson
and Worthington, Minnesota
Interview Dates: May 25-27, St. Paul Campus
The
REE-Crops will bring in-depth expertise to cutting-edge crop
issues by applying his or her expertise to AFE programs and
priorities. The REE will employ multiple delivery systems
to educate producers and other agricultural professionals
via seminars, workshops or non-credit courses. He or she will
collaborate with University faculty and others on applied
research. The REE is responsible for program development and
delivery, attention to diversity, use of scholarly/scientific
research, effective partnerships, use of technology and continuing
professional development.
This
position is accountable to the Area Program Leader in Crops
for program direction, performance evaluation and personnel
actions in her/his supervisory role
TO
APPLY
Submit letter of application, resume, three current letters
of reference, and transcript(s) for all completed college
degree programs (unofficial transcripts are acceptable), to:
Betty
Davidson
University of Minnesota
College of Agricultural, Food and Environmental Sciences
277 Coffey Hall, 1420 Eckles Ave.
St. Paul, MN 55108
Telephone: 612-625-7061 Fax: 612-625-1260
E-mail: david011@umn.edu
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04/03/04
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Position
Announcement:
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TITLE:
Executive Director, Center for Independent Living - Fresno
SALARY RANGE: $38,400 - 42,000 + benefits
ESSENTIAL
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
To
Apply: Submit cover letter, resume and the names and phone
numbers of three professional references.
Attention:
Cleide Klassen
Center for Independent Living-Fresno
3475 W. Shaw, Suite 101
Fresno, Ca 93711-3200
Fax: (559) 276-6782
Email: c_klassen@cil-fresno.org
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04/03/04
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Position
Announcement:
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Title:
Staff Accountant
Clear
Channel Radio seeks a Staff Accountant to perform day-to-day
accounting functions focusing on accounts payable. The ideal
candidate will be a hardworking, organized professional with
the ability to multi-task and have great interpersonal skills.
A high level of enthusiasm, personal integrity and commitment
are essential.
Please
send cover letter, resume with salary history, and references
to:
Clear Channel Radio
Attn: Dina Odak
99 Revere Beach Parkway
Medford, MA 02155
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04/03/04
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Position
Announcement:
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Title:
Executive Director,
Southeast Minnesota Sustainable Development Partnership
"Experiment in Rural Cooperation"
Application
Deadline: April 19, 2004
Initial application screening will take place immediately
after this date.
Position will remain open until filled.
Location:
Extension Regional Center, Rochester, Minn. or vicinity
The
Executive Director supports the Experiment in Rural Cooperation
Board of Directors and its research, education, and outreach
projects. The Executive Director must have an understanding
of university-based research, education, and outreach processes;
a basic knowledge of agriculture, natural resources, tourism
and/or sustainable development; an ability to lead a process
of shared decision-making between local citizens and University
faculty; and community engagement skills that build partnerships.
This person must also have managerial skills to oversee several
projects at one time. The Director must be a catalyst and
team builder who supports the University's community engagement
mission. The primary geographic area served includes Goodhue,
Wabasha, Winona, Houston, Fillmore, Olmsted, Mower and Dodge
Counties. This position requires travel to communities and
evening work.
For
more information on the Regional Sustainable Development Partnerships,
please visit the statewide web site at www.regionalpartnerships.umn.edu
For
more information about this position or the search process
contact the search committee chair, Mel Baughman, 612-625-1288
or baughman@umn.edu
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04/03/04
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CALL FOR PAPERS
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14TH
Annual American Indian/ Alaska Native Professor's Association
Conference
"The
Future of Indigenous America: Interdisciplinary Views From
the Not so Ivory Tower"
The
theme for this year's conference examines issues facing First
Nations People and the vision of tribal scholars and the academia
in advancing relecant scholarship. We invite paper presentation,
panels, or roundtable discussions from established and emerging
scholars/graduate students.
Proposals
should be submitted to:
Michael
Stewart- mstewart@haskell.edu- 785/749-8428, ext. 325
Haskell Indian Nations University
American Indian Studies and Social Sciences
155 Indian Avenue
Lawrence, Kansas 66046
For
more information, contact:
Dan
Wildcat - dwildcat@haskell.edu
- 785/832-677
Venida Chenault- vchenault@haskell.edu
- 785/749-8494
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04/03/04
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5TH ANNUAL OGLALA COMMEMORATION
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Information
Contact: Oglala Commemoration Committee
web: www.geocities.com/oglala_commemoration
email: oglala_commemoration@yahoo.com
OGLALA SD - The 5th Commemorative Event is scheduled for June
26, 2004 (Sat) at the in Oglala SD on the Pine Ridge Indian
Reservation. (Known as the Oglala Lakota Nation.)
The
Lakota Student Alliance and Kansas City AIM Support Group
jointly sponsor the annual event to honor and
remember the lives lost during the 1970s Civil War on the
Reservation and to also raise awareness toward the unjust
imprisonment of AIM member Leonard Peltier whose incarceration
resulted from a Shootout incident between AIM members and
Federal police agents at Oglala 29 years ago. It is also an
event which promotes reconciliation and healing for the 1970s
events with emphasis on alternatives or restorative justice.
Activities
begin with a Spiritual Ceremony conducted at the Gravesites
of Joe Stuntz, Anna Mae Aquash, and Jun Little; A memorial
walk ends at the Jumping Bull Property; a Community Dinner
and a Concert commences at the Loneman School in Oglala.
Musical
Guests includes a solo Performace by Red Thunder's Robby Romero,
Anishnabe Artist Wayquay; Lakota Rockers Steel River Band;
Folk Singer Jim Page; Oglala Hiphopper Storm; Spyderzback
of Pine Ridge , Pine Ridge hiphoppers Native Era , and Dale
Alan.
www.geocities.com/oglala_commemoration/2004concert.html
Speakers
at this event will include distinguished characters who played
a vital role in the justice movement for Leonard Peltier:
Bruce Ellison, Peltier Attorney for 27 years from Rapid City
will discuss Globalization as well as and update us about
Leonards case; Vernon Bellecourt , AIM Spokesman from Minneapolis
MN will discuss Racism in Sports and Media; more speakers
to be announced.
We invite all concerned people to come join us this very historic
day to celebrate and share.
Oglala
Commemoration
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04/03/04
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Native
Wellness Conference
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One
step at a time, WALKING is traditional Native American activity.
San
Diego is host to the annual Native Wellness conference this
April 4-8, 2004. The conference theme is 'Connecting the Circles...
Creating Our Paths to Fulfillment'. This theme acknowledges
that one's wellness journey involves a commitment to healthy
living in the many circles of our lives. Healthy living is
not only important to our personal survival and successes,
but also to the survival and successes of our families, our
work settings, and our communities. The Town and Country Resort,
500 Hotel Circle North location will present: workshops, speakers
and cultural activities for the entire family. This is a fee
based conference see the Americanindiansource.com
calendar for complete details.
This Native American notice is a respectful service. For 7/24
Native American event review and calendar information: americanindiansource.com
Roy Cook: writer, curator, Opata/Osage-Mazopioye Wichasha
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04/03/04
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Employment Opportunities at the Central Office
of the
National Mental Health Association
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Internship
Opportunities – Summer 2004
The National Mental Health Association, a nonprofit organization
addressing all aspects of mental health and mental illness,
is seeking undergraduate and graduate students for its internship
program. The program is designed to provide a unique opportunity
for students to gain real-world work experience relevant to
their academic and career goals. Internships are available
in certain departs, such as: Administration, Affiliates, Communications/Media
, Executive Office, Healthcare Reform, Marketing/Publications,
and World Federation. See the internship program section of
this web site for more details or to apply online. Other application
options include sending a resume to NMHA/JDL, 2001 N. Beauregard
Street, Alexandria, VA 22311, a fax to (703) 684-5968, or
an e-mail interns@nmha.org.
No phone calls please. EOE
Publications:
Senior Director of Publications
National Mental Health Association seeks professional to run
busy publications department, oversee production of various
newsletters, Web content, and all association publications
from development through production. Candidates must have
8-10 years experience, excellent health writing, editing and
creative concept skills, supervision, management and cultural
competency experience. Send resume and writing sample to LBM
at jobs@nmha.org or fax
to 703-684-5968. EOE
Affiliate
Relations: Administrative
Assistant
National
mental health advocacy organization seeks a highly organized
administrative assistant with excellent customer service skills
to assist in responding to affiliate requests, coordinate
meetings, maintain affiliate information and database, help
coordinate communication to affiliates, and provide general
support to the department. Prefer college degree and general
database. Salary commensurate with experience. Send resume
to National Mental Health Association Attn: JH, 2001 Beauregard
Street, 12th Floor, Alexandria, VA 22311, Email: jobs@nmha.org
or fax (703) 684-5968 NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. EOE
Development:
Administrative Coordinator
Nonprofit
seeks admin support for fundraising team in fast paced growing
environment. Duties are filing, data entry, editing, scheduling,
and internal/external communication. Requires strong communication
skills, focus on detail and multitasking. Microsoft Office
is essential. Raisers Edge a plus. Excellent benefits/salary.
Please send resume and writing sample to: NMHA, Attn: LBM,
2001 N. Beauregard Street, 12th Floor, Alexandria, VA 22311,
fax: 703-684-5968 or email to: jobs@nmha.org.
EOE
Development:
Senior Director
National
voluntary organization seeks senior director of financial
development, a fundraising professional with a proven and
verifiable fundraising track record. Previous supervisory
experience required. Duties include supervising staff of no
less than four. Goals include:Assist program staff with raising
annual budget of 8-10 million, including overseeing proposal
development and identifying program sponsors. Manage existing
and cultivate new relationships with corporate, foundation,
and individual donors. Develop training tools and provide
technical assistance to community affiliates across the country.
The
position requires an applicant have at least a BA, strong
supervisory experience, and no less than 5 years experience
in fundraising, (preferably in healthcare); excellent communication
skills, a successful fundraising track record. Excellent starting
pay and benefits offered. Send cover letter, resume, and writing
sample to, Attn: LBM, P.O. Box 16810, Alexandria, VA 22302-0810,
fax 703-684-5968, or email: jobs@nmha.org.
No phone calls. EOE
Administration:
Accounting Manager
National
non-profit seeks experienced accounting manager. Duties include
G/L, A/R and A/P management, reconciliations & assistance
in the preparation of financial statements and annual audit.
BS in Accounting or equivalent experience considered. Previous
non-profit accounting work a plus. Individual must be detail-oriented,
have direct supervisory experience, demonstrate excellent
written and oral communication skills, and proficiency in
MS Office. Salary is commensurate with experience, excellent
benefits. Send resume and 1-2 page writing sample. Attn: JLN,
NMHA, 2001 N. Beauregard St., 12th Floor, Alexandria, VA 22311,
or fax: 703-684-5968 or email: jobs@nmha.org.
No calls please. EOE
Federal
Affairs: Government Affairs Associate
The
National Mental Health Association is seeking a highly motivated
self-starter to join federal affairs team. Responsibilities
include legislative advocacy, policy analysis, grassroots
coordination, and some administrative support. Successful
applicant has work experience in federal advocacy or legislative
policy, excellent written/oral communications, and strong
computer skills. Please email resume, cover letter, writing
sample to NMHA, Attn: RI, 2001 N. Beauregard Street, 12th
Floor, Alexandria, VA 22311, fax: 703-684-5968 or email to:
jobs@nmha.org. No phone
calls please. EOE
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