GRUS Job Opportunities

Most Recent Job Opportunity listings received. For job descriptions, details and qualifications; follow the contact or application instructions included below.

On-going Job Fairs: State site http://www.dol.state.ga.us/Access/Service/ListCurrentJobFairs

Also: There is an excellent page on Cong. Hank Johnson’s website that has links to job openings, career planning, job fairs, recruiters, job search engines, etc. Check it out at http://hankjohnson.house.gov/resources/hanks-jobs-page

Job Fairs:

Bilingual Job Fair– 35^th Annual Job Fair Latin American Association – Tuesday, June 20, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm. At LAA, 2750 Buford Hwy, Atlanta, 30324. Register by June 16 at http://bit.do/dkqKX For questions email employmentservices@thelaa.org

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Airport – various full-time positions. Gate Gourmet is hiring in a dozen categories of airport location jobs. Go to http://www.gategourmet.com/careers/hourly-positions-in-north-america?city=Atlanta&country=&title=&jobtype=&search=Search&

Resume and Portfolio Workshop: Are you a domestic worker looking for work? Attend this event on Tuesday, June 27, 6:30-8:30 pm. Learn how to have make your resume and portfolio appealing and competitive. Refreshments will be served, and childcare will be available. To register and get details, email atlanta@domesticworkers.org

The local Patch websites have both news and job opportunities included. You can check by zip code for openings at http://patch.com/georgia/decatur/jobs  There are multiple listings for management and staff positions in retail, medical, office and other categories. Over 100 featured this week at https://patch.com/georgia/decatur/s/g5mjx/108-job-openings-in-metro-atlanta-right-now?utm_source=alert-breakingnews&utm_medium=email&utm_term=weather&utm_campaign=alert

Go to http://mercedesbenzstadium.com/employment/?utm_source=AJC&utm_medium=Digital& and you can apply online. Ticket Services, Security, Housekeeping, Cash Room, Event Hosts and more .

An immediate opening for an outreach and communications coordinator who will provide communications, grassroots and digital organizing, and policy support for GHF’s initiatives and priorities. Full job description, requirements, and how to apply. Act fast if you are interested, GHF wants to fill this position quickly. Go to http://healthyfuturega.org/about-us/employment-oppurtunities/

ISS is one of the most effective and prominent regional progressive organizations and is publisher of the investigative powerhouse, Facing South. The Assistant Director position supports and helps manage the Institute’s systems and organization. Full-time and also provides leadership and support for key aspects of the organization, including operations, database management, human relations, fundraising and administration. The ideal candidate will bring strong nonprofit management experience and a commitment to the Institute’s mission of promoting a just and democratic South. More about the position is available at https://www.facingsouth.org/position-available-assistant-director  To apply, send a resume to jobs@southernstudies.org  with a cover letter/email explaining why you are a good candidate for this position and three references. Applications are due by midnight, Sunday, June 18, 2017.

Amazon is hiring for 1,000 full-time jobs at its 850,000-square-foot plant in Jefferson. The online retail giant is paying $11 to $11.50 an hour for warehouse workers at its newest facility on Hog Mountain Road in Jackson County. The “warehouse associates” will handle large items shipped through the retailer — household furniture, sports equipment, gardening tools and other goods. Amazon is accepting applications now for the positions at https://search.amazondelivers.jobs/job/jefferson/full-time-warehouse-associate/3413/4789812

Wellness Coach Level II will build personalized relationships that supports members who report that they have been exercising three or more days per week for 20 minutes or more for six months or longer. The Associate will also support new or returning YMCA members who describe their present exercise level as none at all, infrequent, or only frequent for less than six months with the research-to-practice, stage-matched, exercise-support protocol called THE COACH APPROACH® .  The Wellness Coach-Level II must perform program responsibilities in accordance with the policies, organizational competencies, mission, and values established by the YMCA of Metro Atlanta. More info and to apply, go to

Gwinnett County Voter Registration and Elections is responsible for planning and organizing all election and voter-related activities and assists Gwinnett’s cities and special districts with election preparations. The division is comprised of staff that are proud to be part of a team that works together to assure that every vote counts. $40,934.00 /year salary. Qualifications and more of job description at https://www.governmentjobs.com/jobs/1688148-0/bilingual-resources-marketing-specialist

DWN works to expose and challenge the injustices of the U.S. immigration detention and deportation system and advocate for profound change that promotes the rights and dignity of all persons. The AD assumes a key leadership role in the areas of fundraising, organizational sustainability, membership and network development, and coordination of the Network’s operations. In collaboration with the Executive Director, the AD fosters the formation of a national grassroots network and mutually supportive partnerships among members and allies. Full job description, requirements and how to apply at http://www.detentionwatchnetwork.org/sites/default/files/DWN%20Associate%20Director%20Job%20Posting.pdf

The American Civil Liberties Union of Georgia (ACLU of GA) seeks a sophisticated and experienced policy advocate to advance its civil liberties and civil rights agenda. The Policy Counsel provides vision and direction for the ACLU of Georgia’s policy and legislative program. The position is primarily responsible for state legislative and executive branch advocacy but also engages with administrative agencies, local government bodies, ballot measure campaigns, and the Georgia Congressional delegation. JD required and at least one year of local, state, and/or national-level legislative, political or policy advocacy work, preferably in Georgia. And, of course, substantial knowledge of civil liberties and civil rights issues and a commitment to advancing the ACLU’s values, mission and goals. To apply: send a cover letter describing your interest and qualifications for the position, and indication of where you learned of this career opportunity, resume and three professional references (including contact information for each) to jobs@acluga.org  Please reference Policy Counsel in the subject line. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

FWHC seeking an Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner to work on a full-time or part-time basis in its Cliff Valley Clinic. The NP works closely with physicians, nurses, and other clinical staff, providing quality and compassionate care for clients. Requirements: Dedication to providing Quality Gynecological Healthcare, Support for FWHC’s mission and reproductive health, rights and justice, Current GA APRN License or will obtain one, WHNP or FNP [new graduates will be considered], Women’s Health/GYN experience is needed. Ability to provide care to diverse people, Transgender friendly, Bilingual in Spanish is a plus, but not required. To be considered for this position, please submit a Cover Letter, Resume, and the Employment Application. (This form is located on the website: http://www.feministcenter.org/jobs ) via email to: jobs@feministcenter.org  Email is preferred, however you may also mail or fax your resume to:

Feminist Women’s Health Center Attn: Administrative Assistant, 1924 Cliff Valley Way NE Atlanta, GA 30329 Fax: 404.417.0878

Several Positions – Planned Parenthood Southeast

Call Center, Health Center, Clinical, Medical. Both Associate and Management level positions available in Georgia and the region. Find out details at https://plannedparenthoodext.hire.com/joblist.html

APN is seeking experienced news writers with an interest in politics, public policy, elections, activism, and government, to write articles and blog posts for Atlanta Progressive News on a freelance basis. Pays $125 dollars per news article and $40 dollars per blog post. To apply: Please email Matthew Charles Cardinale, News Editor and Publisher, at matthew@atlantaprogressivenews.com  with your resume and writing samples.  APN is looking for writers who can start immediately.

If you are in Cobb County, or can work there, check out www.cobbworks.org  There are dozens of varied jobs from entry level on up, white collar and blue collar. Full job descriptions and requirements are listed as well as application information.

Multiple Positions – Georgia State University: Georgia State has a number of job opportunities, in several categories full and part-time. Go to https://jobs.gsu.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1326752199805 and follow the guide to jobs and application.