Office of Community Partnerships E-Bulletin - August 10, 2009

[Howard Hartman]

  

Office of Community Partnerships E-Bulletin
Montgomery County Executive Ike Leggett's Office of Community Partnerships
3 AMERICORPS VISTA POSITIONS AVAILABLE 3AmeriCorps VISTA positions now available in the County Executive’s Office of Community Partnerships. Application deadline August 11th. For more information and instructions on how to apply, use the following link: http://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/content/ohr/career/level2.asp?jobid=AMERICORPS%2AVISTA MONTGOMERY COUNTY AGRICULTURAL FAIR - 61ST ANNIVERSARY The Montgomery County Agricultural Fair will be celebrating its 61st Anniversary from August 14th to the 22nd in Gaithersburg, Maryland. You'll find loads of entertainment such as Magicians, Hypnotists, Kids Bucks, Demolition Derby, Rodeo, Monster Trucks, Tractor Pulls, Stilt Walkers, remote control car racing, carnival rides and much more. The animals and 4-H demonstrations and display start on Sunday, Aug 16. Enjoy musical acts. Vendor booths will have lots of goodies to fill your shopping itch. Of course, there will be food and sweets galore! For more information, visit the website at www.mcagfair.com. AFRICAN HERITAGE MONTH CORRECTION The Montgomery County African Heritage Month Proclamation Ceremony will take place on Thursday, September 3, 2009, from 5 to 8:30 pm, not September 8, 2009, 4-8 pm as was previously stated. We apologize for any confusion. COME TO THE 4th ANNUAL NONPROFIT FUNDING EXPO: ARE YOU A NONPROFIT LOOKING FOR FUNDING? Meet representatives from County agencies and learn about county funding opportunities. Get tips on grant writing from local experts. Hear from foundation leaders about what they look for when reviewing a proposal. Learn how to advocate for your projects and programs. Tuesday, August 18, 2009 7-9 pm. Long Branch Community Center, 8700 Piney Branch Road, Silver Spring, Maryland 20901. Call 301-431-5702 with questions. Light beverages & desserts will be provided. RSVP NOW to Ann Tran at atran@nonprofitmontgomery.org. FREE SCHOOL SUPPLIES AVAILABLE FROM THE CITY OF ROCKVILLE The City of Rockville will distribute free school supplies and backpacks for the ninth consecutive year at its annual Back to School Jam on Friday, Aug. 21, 5:30 to 8:30 pm at the Lincoln Park Community Center, 357 Frederick Avenue. Proof of residency is required and each family is limited to three backpacks of school supplies. For more information go to: http://www.rockvillemd.gov/news/2009/07-july/07-27-09.html. 135TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION COMMUNITY OUTREACH: FREE SCHOOL SUPPLIES Free school supplies Saturday, August 29th at the Emory Grove United Methodist Church, 8200 Emory Grove Road, Gaithersburg, MD. From 11 am until all supplies are gone! GANDHI BRIGADE IN EL SALVADOR The Gandhi Brigade is a Silver Spring-based youth group aimed at preparing youth for leadership roles "through the integration of spirituality, entrepreneurship, and community relationships." Currently, the Gandhi Brigade has a delegation of eleven members in El Salvador as a part of an international youth media exchange. "On-site, they will be using their facilitation and training skills to work together with their Salvadoran peers to produce 4 short documentary pieces about global youth issues and to action plan for future virtual media exchanges." To follow the Gandhi Brigade in their travels in El Salvador, see their website and blog at www.gandhibrigade.org. CELEBRATE GERMANTOWN! Celebrate Germantown! takes place on Saturday, August 15 from 2 to 8 pm in the Germantown Town Center located at 12901 Town Commons Drive. The free, outdoor event is designed as a community celebration that brings together residents and businesses for an afternoon of entertainment and activities. Events include the BlackRock Center for the Arts Blast Off featuring sample classes, a gallery exhibit and arts activities; retail stores sidewalk displays; food vendors; karate demonstrations; childrens’ activities; and a concert starting at 7 pm on the BlackRock outdoor stage with Cathy Fink & Marcy Marxer. Businesses interested in participating should call Nona Watson at 240-777-8042.
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IN THIS ISSUE Office of Community Partnerships' Calendar Advisory Groups Community Events of the Week Community Building Opportunities Announcements Boards, Committees and Commissions Volunteer Opportunities in the Community Job Announcements
OFFICE OF COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS CALENDAR
Community Outreach Forum: Third Wednesday of every month at Executive Office Building Auditorium. Contact Karla Silvestre for more information: karla.silvestre@montgomerycountymd.gov.    Committee for Ethnic Affairs: First Thursday of every month, 7 pm at the Executive Office Building Auditorium except in July and August. October 2009 meeting will be a retreat on Saturday, October 10 from 9 am to 1 pm. Contact Lisa Austin for additional information: lisa.austin@montgomerycountymd.gov.   Calendar of 2009 Brown Bags Wednesday, October 14, 12-2 pm –TBD. Wednesday, November 18, 12-2 pm (date changed because of Veterans Day). Down County Latino Network: Second Wednesday of every month, 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm at Impact Silver Spring (501 Sligo Ave. Silver Spring, MD 20910). Contact Karla Silvestre for more information: karla.silvestre@montgomerycountymd.gov.     Up County Latino Network: Fourth Wednesday of every month, 9:30 am - 11:30 am at Bohrer Park, Activity Room A of the Activity Center, 506 South Frederick Avenue, Gaithersburg, MD 20877. Contact Karla Silvestre for more information: karla.silvestre@montgomerycountymd.gov.
ADVISORY GROUPS
Click on each item below for information on the Committee for Ethnic Affairs 2009 Meetings Schedule 2008 Attendance Sheet 2008 Annual Report 2007 Annual Report January 2008 Minutes February 2008 Minutes March 2008 Minutes April 2008 Minutes May 2008 Minutes June 2008 Minutes September 2008 Minutes October 2008 Minutes November 2008 Minutes December 2008 Minutes Click here for Minutes of the Asian American Advisory Group Meeting Click here for Minutes of the African Affairs Advisory Group Meeting Click here for Minutes of the Caribbean Advisory Group Meeting Click here for Minutes of the Latin American Advisory Group Meeting Click here for Minutes of Middle Eastern Advisory Group Meeting Click here for Minutes of Multicultural Leadership Council Group Meeting Click here for Minutes of Nonprofit Brown Bags Meeting Click on each advisory group below for list of participating members Asian American Advisory Group African American Advisory Group African Affairs Advisory Group Caribbean Advisory Group Latin American Advisory Group Middle Eastern Advisory Group
COMMUNITY EVENTS OF THE WEEK
RESTAURANT NIGHT AT HAMLET BETHESDA Go dine at Hamlet Bethesda Restaurant & Bar and support the Montgomery County Coalition for the Homeless (MCCH)! Enjoy a great meal and conversation on Thursday, August 20 between 5 and 9 p.m. If you present a copy of this flyer, the Hamlet will donate 15% of sales to MCCH. MONTGOMERY CONNECTIONS: HELPING YOU RELATE TO HISTORY ST. LUCIA DIASPORA ROAD SHOW Montgomery Connections, the new multi-lingual project of the Montgomery County Historical Society (MCHS), is designed to introduce bits of local history and their connections to our lives today by reaching a diverse audience of residents and visitors, alike.  The project consists of historical images on free-standing banners, ads on buses and in local ethnic papers, tri-lingual cell phone audio content, and web site materials to illustrate themes in county history such as Agriculture, Civil War, the Depression, and Slavery & Freedom. The banners and supporting materials are in Chinese, English, and Spanish. In August, the multi-lingual banners may be seen at the White Oak and Silver Spring libraries and at locations in downtown Silver Spring.  A link to the Isaiah Leggett Report's full article can be found here and the link to the Montgomery Connections website is the following: http://montgomeryhistory.org/mc/index.html   ALZHEIMER'S CANDLELIGHT RALLY   Please join the Alzheimer's Association to raise your voices for eliminating Alzheimer’s through the advancement of science, improving care and support, and reducing the risk of dementia by advancing brain health.  The Suburban Maryland Alzheimer Candlelight Rally will be held ATE Year="2009" Day="23" Month="8">Sunday, August 23, 2009ATE> from 8pm to 9pm at Rockville Town Square Plaza (Featuring County Executive Ike Leggett).  For more information or to RSVP, please contact Ian Kremer at 703-766-9008.    BETHESDA SUMMER CONCERT SERIES Will be held Wednesday afternoons at Bethesda Place Plaza, 12-2pm corner of Old Georgetown Rd. & Woodmont Avenue. All concerts are free. For more information go to: http://www.bethesda.org/specialevents/summerconcerts.htm TGIF SUMMER CONCERT SERIES Downtown Wheaton presents TGIF summer concert series every 2nd and 4th Friday, June through August, 6:30-8:30 pm. It’s FREE. For more information on events happening in downtown Wheaton visit: www.wheatonmd.org. THEME PARK TICKETS AVAILABLE AT A DISCOUNT The Recreation and Parks Department offers general admission tickets to many area theme parks at a discounted rate. All tickets entitle the participant to unlimited use of attractions normally included in a full-price admission ticket obtained at the park. Tickets are good any day for the 2009 operating season. For more information go to: http://www.rockvillemd.gov/recreation/themepark.html. BLACK HILL 5K HALF & HALF Active.com invites you to the Black Hill 5k half & half challenge. Sunday, August 16, 2009 @ 10:00 AM local time at Black Hill Regional Park 20930 Lake Ridge, Boyds, MD. This race benefits the Latino community as it benefits children in Columbia. Click on this link to register: http://tinyurl.com/nnsh73. REGISTER NOW FOR ’09 GAMES! After a successful transition to Montgomery County last year, the 2009 Maryland Senior Olympics are off and running. For state residents aged 50 and above, the Games will be held from August 22 to November 1, for more information go to: http://www.mdseniorolympics.org/. COMCAST OUTDOOR FILM FESTIVAL Enjoy a week’s worth of movies from August 14-21 at the Mansion at Strathmore, 10701 Rockville Pike. Showtime begins at 8:10 pm and movies are free, donations accepted. For more information call 301-581-5109.
COMMUNITY BUILDING OPPORTUNITIES
NONPROFITS AND THE 2010 CENSUS: MOBILIZING OUR COMMUNITIES FOR A COMPLETE COUNT!   If you missed the Nonprofit Voter Engagement Network’s webinar, "Nonprofits and the 2010 Census: Mobilizing our Communities for a Complete Count!" don’t worry, all of the resources are now online. These resources include downloadable fact sheets and power point presentations on the importance of the census, as well as the role of nonprofits in ensuring that the communities they serve are accurately counted. To access this information, visit the downloads page.   A COMMUNITY FORECLOSURE SEMINAR   On Thursday, August 27th, Councilmember Nancy Navarro will host a Community Foreclosure Seminar. It will include presentations and counseling by Tim Warner of the Office of Community Partnerships, bilingual counselors from HomeFree-USA, and The Maryland Association of Realtors. It will be held at Eastern Montgomery Regional Service Center, 3300 Briggs Chaney Road, Silver Spring, Maryland, August 27th, from 7-9:30pm. For more information on what to bring and how to participate, contact Councilmember Navarro’s office at (240) 777-7968 or at councilmember.Navarro@montgomerycountymd.gov.   UPDATED COUNTY GRANT INFORMATION    An updated list of grants available through various county departments and non-profits can now be found at: http://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/mcgtmpl.asp?url=/content/pio/grants.asp   PROBONO LEGAL SERVICES The Community Law Center is a nonprofit legal services organization dedicated to strengthening neighborhoods and local nonprofits in Maryland. They provide legal services and technical assistance to improve the quality of life and economic viability of communities. Their services include, but are not limited to, help with organizational issues (bylaws, federal tax exemption, incorporation); nuisance, liquor board, and zoning cases, assistance with acquisition of real property; lease review; contract review on behalf of community associations, etc. To find out if your group qualifies for their pro bono services call Alyson Harkins at 410-366-0922 ext. 15, or email alysonh@communitylaw.org.  NATIONAL HOMELESS ADVOCACY GROUPS RELEASES "FORECLOSURE TO HOMELESSNESS" This newly released report indicates that foreclosure has affected homelessness in the United States. However, the primary reasons for homelessness remain consistent through recession. Key findings include: * Housing providers estimated that 5 percent of their clients experienced homelessness as a result of foreclosure; 10 percent of all respondents estimated that their clients experienced homelessness as a result of foreclosure. * Those homeless due to foreclosure tended to be renters - not owners. Many of those who faced homelessness as a result of foreclosure - both renters and owners - did not seek legal advice in foreclosure proceedings. Click here to download report. THE SOCIAL INTEGRATION OF IMMIGRANTS IN MARYLAND: A NEW COMPREHENSIVE APPROACH” CONFERENCE County Executive Ike Leggett will present recommendations from the first report (soon-to-be completed) of the new Maryland Council for New Americans' at a conference scheduled for September 22, 2009 in the Governor Calvert House (58 State Circle, Annapolis, MD 21401). This one-day event is a joint effort of the Social Integration and Community Development Association (SICDA), the Maryland Office for Refugees and Asylees (MORA), the Asian American Studies Program of the University of Maryland and the GRL (Global, Regional, Local) Development LLC. Organizers are hoping to see you there! Contact: Mati Gotzmann, SICDA & GRL Development, 202-787-0112 and 443-569-3578, fax: 480-393-4456, mail@sicda.org; Martin Ford, MORA, 410-767-7192, fax: 480-393-4456, mford@dhr.state.md.us. For registration and more information please visit: www.sicda.org BIDEN AND LEGGETT TALK ABOUT COUNTY'S EXPERIENCE IN USING RECOVERY FUNDS Vice President Joseph Biden, Jr. last week spoke by phone with Montgomery County Executive Isiah Leggett and a number of other county executives and mayors from around the country to learn more about issues and challenges local jurisdictions are facing as they implement the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA).  Leggett stated that the recovery funds have been vital in helping to stabilize the State’s budget during the severe economic downturn, including State education aid flowing to the County. Other recovery funds going directly to the County will help retain or create jobs and assist individuals who are most severely impacted by the recession.  Residents can track how the ARRA funds are being used to improve the County’s economy and achieve the Leggett administration’s priority objectives on the County’s website at www.montgomerycountymd.gov/recovery.   MONTGOMERY RX PRESCRIPTION DISCOUNT PROGRAM RECEIVES NATIONAL OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE AWARD   Montgomery County’s prescription discount card program, Montgomery Rx, was recognized with an outstanding performance award from the National Association of Counties (NACO).  County Councilmember George Leventhal, chair of the Council’s Health and Human Services Committee, accepted the award at NACO’s annual meeting, held July 23-25 in Nashville, Tennessee. With the Montgomery Rx card, County residents can visit more than 130 participating pharmacies in Montgomery County, including both chain stores and independently owned pharmacies.  There is no enrollment fee for the card and it can by used by any resident, regardless of age, income level or existing health coverage.  The card is not insurance, but provides a discount off the retail price of prescription medications. For more information, go to www.montgomerycountymd.gov/rx.  Montgomery Rx cards are available at County libraries, regional service centers or by calling 240-777-1245. NOTICE: EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY, THE DEPARTMENT OF PERMITTING SERVICES NEW CALL CENTER NUMBER IS: 240-777-6300 PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT THE FOLLOWING NUMBERS ARE NO LONGER ACCESSIBLE DIRECTLY AND WILL BE CHANNELED THROUGH OUR NEW CALL CENTER BUILDING CONSTRUCTION 240-777-6370 LAND DEVELOPMENT 240-777-6320 LICENSING ZONING INFORMATION 240-777-6240 COMPLAINT 240-777-6259 DIRECTOR’S OFFICE 240-777-6360 DIVISION OF BUILDING CONSTRUCTION 240-777-6200 DIVISION OF LAND DEVELOPMENT 240-777-6350. WEBINAR - What It Takes To Start a Nonprofit Organization If you are contemplating creating a nonprofit organization, a little homework could save you a lot of time and aggravation. Is starting a nonprofit even the best option for what you're trying to accomplish? What all would it entail? Find out what “tax-exempt nonprofit” means, both practically and legally and what this status will afford an organization. This webinar will clearly present the key steps required in order to establish a viable organization for IRS consideration of 501(c)3 exemption. If after attending this webinar you decide to proceed with starting a nonprofit, attend the “How to Start a Nonprofit Organization” class for detailed instructions on the “how tos” of incorporating, creating articles of incorporation and bylaws, and filing the 1023 to secure 501(c)(3) status. Registration is done online at http://www.marylandnonprofits.org. On the right go to “Training Information”; click on Search for Trainings, Register Online, or Check Program Status; scroll down to the Webinar listed below. The fee for members and nonmembers alike is only $25 – and multiple people can listen in from one site. If you have any questions about upcoming programs call (800) 273-6367 or visit rograminfo@mdnonprofit.org">programinfo@mdnonprofit.org LATINO MENTAL HEALTH SURVEY The Child Center and Adult Service Inc. wants Montgomery County residents to take a moment to complete the attached survey on Latino Mental Health needs in the County. The information you provide will help them improve their mental health services to Latinos in the County and identify gaps and potential partners for collaboration. Please submit the survey to the address listed on the form. ACCESS THE SOS RESOURCE TODAY FOR FREE You can find current federal stimulus and other federal contract and grant opportunities available to all Montgomery County businesses thanks to the Montgomery County Department of Economic Development's new Stimulus Opportunity System (SOS). Access the SOS resource today for FREE at www.smartmontgomery.org! SOS provides essential information including department, agency, solicitation number, contract or grant name, online link and post date. You will also have access to useful links including: FedBizStat - track federal contract awards and related data Teaming contacts - complete company name, address and contact information Stimulus funded programs - sorted by agency, sub-agency, category and amount In their continuing effort to provide targeted, real-world support and assistance to the Montgomery County businesses community, the Department has launched this new, searchable online tool to help local businesses learn about, and better compete for, the more than $787 billion worth of American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) contracting and grant opportunities, as well as other federal contracting opportunities expected to exceed $500 billion in FY09. For more information on this and other targeted programs and resources of the Department of Economic Development, visit www.smartmontgomery.com. ATTENTION NONPROFITS: Apply to receive discounted quality products and services from Office Depot Office Depot in partnership with the Government Purchasing Alliance (U.S Communities) is offering Nonprofit agencies access to a broad line of competitively solicited contracts which provide quality products, services and solution. The application is a 2 step process: Fill out form located at www.uscommunities.org. *Click on Register with US button (on left) *Click Continue button (on bottom) ATTENTION: Nonprofit will need a Federal Tax Identification Number or Federal Employer Identification Number to proceed. Contact Barbara Cramer by email at Barbara.Cramer@officedepot.com to receive an Office Depot account. ACCEPTING NOMINATIONS FOR THE NEAL POTTER OF ACHIEVEMENT AWARD The Montgomery County Volunteer Center is seeking nominations for the Neal Potter Path of Achievement Awards, honoring County residents, age 60 and over, whose life-long work and spirit have led to special accomplishment in personal and community endeavors. The awards will recognize residents from among five categories: advocacy, arts & humanities, community service, sports & fitness, and workplace contributions. Nominations, which must be received by September 18, 2009, should include an application form and letter of recommendation that should be no more than two pages in length, describing the nature and extent of the nominee's achievements. Submissions should be mailed to the Montgomery County Volunteer Center at 401 Hungerford Drive, Rockville, MD 20850, faxed to 240-777-2601, or e-mailed to volunteer@montgomerycountymd.gov. To get an application, click here. SBA ARC LOAN PROGRAM If your small business is stressed meeting expenses during these economic times, the U.S. Small Business Administration has a new loan program designed just for you. SBA’s America’s Recovery Capital Loan Program can provide up to $35,000 in short-term relief for viable small businesses facing immediate financial hardship to help ride out the current uncertain economic times and return to profitability. Each small business is limited to one ARC loan. For more information go to: http://www.sba.gov/recovery/arcloanprogram/index.html. 2011 CDBG/ESG APPLICATION IS NOW AVAILABLE Each year, Montgomery County awards public service grants to groups to carry out programs that directly serve low-income people, often people with special needs. These "special needs" populations include some of the most vulnerable residents: the elderly, children and youth, recent immigrants, the homeless, people with mental and physical disabilities, people with chronic illnesses, people with addictions, and victims of violence. For more information go to: http://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/dhctmpl.asp?url=/content/dhca/community/Grants_Admin_Spec_Projects.asp. HHS MAKES FUNDING AVAILABLE TO STRENGTHEN NON-PROFITS AND FAITH BASED GROUPS Click on this link for funding availability: HHS Makes Funding Available to Strengthen Non-Profits, Faith Based Groups. MARYLAND BUDGET UPDATE The Maryland General Assembly has concluded its annual legislative session for 2009 and finished its work on the budget for the state. See the Maryland Budget & Tax Policy Institute's Budget Wrap-up. CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE PDF. Learn more at www.marylandpolicy.org. SUMMER FOOD SERVICE PROGRAM Facts: Approximately 27% of children in Montgomery County or 37,640 students are eligible for free or reduced meals each school year. The Summer Food Service Program feeds an average of 6,000 – 7,000 children each day at 105 sites throughout the county. Would you like to increase that number? One way to do this is by increasing the number of locations that provide Summer Food Programs. Would you like to get involved? Once a site is qualified to participate in the Summer Food Service Program, all children at the site are eligible to receive meals at no cost! Background: The Summer Food Service Program was created in 1976 to ensure that children in lower income areas could continue to receive nutritious meals during the summer months when school breakfast and lunches are not available. The program provides breakfast and lunch to children and teenagers, 18 years and younger, at approved sites. Persons over 18 years of age who have been determined mentally or physically handicapped and who participate in a public or private non-profit school program for the handicapped during the school year are eligible to receive meal benefits. Does your site qualify? To qualify for the program, a site must: Meet requirements for meal service preparation, distribution and accountability Have proper capacity and logistics for those enrolled Offer educational, cultural and/or recreational activities Provide supervision, meal service monitoring and training to site staff Maintain proper health and sanitary conditions Keep daily records and issue periodic reports At least 50% of the children who live in the area from which the site draws its attendance must be eligible for free or reduced price meals in the National School Lunch and Breakfast Programs, or at least 50 % of the enrolled children at the site must have the same eligibility. Geographic eligibility is documented using school or census tract data. For more information contact: Division of Food & Nutrition Services, Montgomery County Public Schools. 301-840-8170 or E-mail: SummerProgram@mcpsmd.org. VOLUNTEER MARYLAND Each year, Volunteer Maryland partners with up to 30 community-based nonprofit agencies to recruit, train, and supervise a Volunteer Maryland Coordinator. Coordinators create new or improve existing volunteer programs to tackle critical human and environmental problems. CLICK HERE for more information and to apply for a Service Site Partnership. SENIOR CHECKED GRANT Senior Checked, a nonprofit organization, invites you to become a community partner to help protect seniors from fraud and exploitation. Senior Checked now has $250 community grants available. The purpose of the grant is to help spread awareness about fraud and exploitation to neighborhoods across DC Metro Area and to help spread the word about the Senior Checked directory to residents who can benefit from this valuable service that is free to seniors and their families. Please contact Senior Checked with any questions or if you need help getting started at 1-866-650-7226. COUNTY MICROENTERPRISE PROGRAM Financial and technical assistance program for small businesses, especially those owned by women and minorities. Contact: Dr. Walker at 240-777-2032 or devance.walker@montgomerycountymd.gov. Visit http://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/ and search for "microenterprise program."
*SPECIAL NOTICE* Residents facing foreclosure or delinquency should call the Maryland HOPE Hotline at 1-877-462-7555 or visit http://www.mdhope.org/
ANNOUNCEMENTS
ALERT! MONTGOMERY Alert! Montgomery is an alert system administered by the Montgomery County Office of Emergency Management and Homeland Security.Montgomery County can use the Roam Secure Alert Network to contact you during a major crisis, emergency, or severe weather event. Residents who register on this system will recieve only the most urgent alerts (e.g. Water main break, Tornado Warning) if they do not register for other optional groups. Alert Montgomery can deliver important emergency alerts, notifications and updates to you on all of your devices at once. For more information, please visit: http://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/mcgtmpl.asp?url=/content/homelandsecurity/index.asp RECREATION DEPARTMENT'S SILVER SNEAKERS PROGRAM TRIPLES USE BY SENIORS AT RECREATION CENTERS Since it was launched in January 2009, the Montgomery County Department of Recreation’s Silver Sneakers exercise program has tripled attendance at recreation centers countywide. The program offers free use of exercise/weight rooms for residents age 55 and older in the department’s community recreation centers from 9 to 2 p.m., Monday through Friday. Rooms at the centers are equipped with a full circuit of self-administered weight and aerobic equipment that helps increase cardiovascular endurance, strength and flexibility. Seniors interested in the Silver Sneakers program may also register for a free active adult fitness clinic that offers instruction in the basic principles of exercise and includes a demonstration of the proper use of the exercise equipment available at that center. Clinics are offered at all centers throughout the year. For the complete story and a full list of centers with available exercise and weight rooms click here.   COUNTY'S TENANT WORK GROUP MAILS 5,000 SURVEYS   Montgomery County’s Tenant Work Group recently mailed surveys to 5,000 renters seeking their input about what issues tenants care most about, how effective current tenant laws are and what problems tenants are currently facing. The survey is being conducted by Salisbury University’s Institute for Public Affairs and Civic Engagement (PACE) and PACE will gather and analyze the results and issue their analysis to the Tenant Work Group in the fall. For more information about the work of the Tenant Work Group, call Matt Losak at 301-442-4332.   PEDESTRIAN ACCESS PROJECT   Montgomery County Executive Ike Leggett today called on the Department of Defense and the United States Congress to act quickly to construct a pedestrian access project at the Medical Center Metro station at the National Naval Medical Center in Bethesda.  For more information, please visit:  http://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/apps/News/press/PR_details.asp?PrID=5760   JUDICIAL AREA CENTER MEETING   Applicant seeking approval of an addition to the existing Montgomery County Judicial Center.  The Area Meeting will be held to provide residents an opportunity to become fully aware of the development intentions and to give residents an opportunity to provide input on the proposed development.  The Area Meeting will be held on ATE Year="2009" Day="18" Month="8">August 18, 2009ATE> from 6:30pm to 8:30pm at the Executive Office Building Auditorium located at the lobby level of 101 Monroe Street, Rockville, MD 20850.  For more information, please contact Randall Hawkins at 240-777-6099. SUMMER YOUTH PROGRAMS Creative Fun for students in grades K to 12. Where: Classes offered at all Montgomery College campuses. You may register online if you pay by credit card, for more information and schedule of summer programs go to: http://www.montgomerycollege.edu/wdce/ce/youth_summer09.html. MONTGOMERY COLLEGE CAREER PATH WD & CE SCHOLARSHIP Completed applications must be received by August 13, 2009 for consideration for Fall 2009 semester! A limited number of scholarships are available, pending funding, through Montgomery College Workforce Development & Continuing Education for students pursuing career path courses with the intention to obtain entry-level employment. The scholarship is awarded for up to $1000 to cover tuition and fees only. The scholarship may be applied to one or more eligible courses, within the career area chosen, to pay tuition and fees not covered by another funding source, waiver eligibility, or payment plan (including employers). This scholarship will not cover 100% of the applicable tuition and fees if the total tuition and fees exceed $1000. Visit here to learn more: http://www.montgomerycollege.edu/wdce/careerpathscholarship.html. ONE DATE LEFT TO ENROLL IN PRE-K OR HEAD START Pre-kindergarten and Head Start classes provide income-eligible children with a high-quality educational experience. Children should be 4 years old by Sept. 1, although Head Start admits some 3 year olds. Applications will be accepted for the 2009–2010 school year at Rocking Horse Road Center, 4910 Macon Rd, Rockville, from 9 to 2 pm on August 15. For more information go to: http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/earlychi/prekhsregistration.shtm. HOST A LIBERTY’S PROMISE YOUTH INTERN Liberty’s Promise is looking to place youth interns with organizations for the summer. Liberty’s Promise will provide a stipend for youth, ages 15-21, available to work 20-40 hours per week. Liberty’s Promise will also provide job training and other support for the youth. Click here for a host organization application. For more information, contact Eric Coles at ecoles@libertyspromise.org or Sarah Sherhols at ssherhols@libertyspromise.org or (703) 549-9950. PARENT-CHILD DANCES AT SENECA LODGE The dance will be held on the following dates: Friday, August 21, 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm. Here's a ready-made opportunity for a special evening out with your children! Dance the night away with your kids at the lovely Lodge at Little Seneca Creek in Boyd's, Maryland. There'll be a DJ spinning swingin' tunes, and complimentary light refreshments. The fee covers admission for one child (ages 7-14) and one adult; register the child only. Register at www.ParkPASS.org for Class #80000 for the August 21 dance. For more information call 301-299-5026. BASIC COMPUTERS I & II & KEYBOARDING TRAINING AT THE GILCHRIST CENTER Registration starts on Thursday, June 25, 2009, at 6 pm. All students must register in person at Gilchrist Center for Cultural Diversity. Registration Fee: $10.00 for Montgomery County Residents, $20.00 for non-residents. Please bring exact amount of cash or check, they cannot make change. The registration fee is not refundable. There are no make-ups or refunds for missed classes. Students are accepted on a first-come first-served basis until the class is full. Open to ages 18 years and up only. There are only 10 seats in each class. For more information, call 240-777-4940. Click here for flyer on Basic Computers I and here for flyer on Basic Computer II. FOR AUGUST 2009 GILCHRIST CENTER’S PROGRAMS & SERVICES BROCHURE, CLICK HERE. CHARLES W. GILCHRIST CENTER FOR CULTURAL DIVERSITY ENGLISH CLASSES ENGLISH CONVERSATION Go for advance, beginner and intermediate levels of English on Saturdays, 11:30 am to 1:00 pm, ongoing at 11319 Elkin Street, Wheaton 20902. Drop-ins welcome! For more information call 240-777-4940. ENGLISH CONVERSATION (Intermediate) Go on Thursdays, 3:30 – 5:30 pm at 11319 Elkin Street, Wheaton 20902 for this class. For adults 18 and older. FREE! First come, first served. Drop-ins welcomed! SPACE LIMITED. For more information call 240-777-4940. TUESDAY MORNING ENGLISH Go practice your ENGLISH through conversation and some grammar on Tuesday mornings from 10 to 11:30 am at the Wheaton Library, 11701 Georgia Ave.; Wheaton, MD 20902. Drop-ins welcome! FREE course. Call 240-777-0678 for more information. ENGLISH CLASSES BEGIN! The African Immigrant and Refugee Foundation, in partnership with Crossway Community Center and CASA de the new FULL SCHEDULE Maryland presents English classes for Montgomery County residents. Morning classes will be held three days per week from 9 - 11 am, at Crossway Community Center, near the Wheaton metro, located at: 1740 Upton Drive, Kensington, MD, 20895. Evening classes will be held three days per week from 7 - 9 pm, at the Episcopal Church of our Savior, in Hillandale, located at: 1700 Powder Mill Road, Silver Spring, MD, 20903. Classes meet three times per week, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursday. The course costs $20. Scholarships are available. Students are accepted on a rolling basis and may begin attending courses by arriving 15 minutes early to the class location on any Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday. CHARLES W. GILCHRIST CENTER FOR CULTURAL DIVERSITY SPANISH CLASSES SPANISH 101 FUN FOR EVERYONE! Go learn basic Spanish language skills. An 8- week course. Class A #251818: Thursdays, starting April 30 through June 18, 6:00 pm -8:00 pm. Class B #251819: Saturdays, starting May 2 through June 27, 9:00 am - 11:00 am. There are no class on May 23. SPANISH 102 FUN FOR EVERYONE! Expand your basic knowledge of Spanish through this fun 8-week class! Basic knowledge of Spanish required. Class C # 253015: Thursdays, starting April 30 through June 18, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm. FREE ESOL CLASSES The Eastern Montgomery Regional Services Center is hosting ESOL classes (English for speakers of other languages) for adults on Tuesday evenings from 6 - 8:30 beginning February 3rd. The classes are open to all wanting to learn English. Both beginner and intermediate classes are offered. All classes are free of charge however a $10 refundable deposit and $20 book fee are required. To sign up for a class, or to receive more information, call 240-777-8400. Classes are provided by the Chinese Culture and Community Center. JCA SENIOR TECH SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER CLASSES The JCA SeniorTech Computer Training Centers, a service of the Jewish Council for the Aging, are gearing up for the September/October 2009 session. All JCA SeniorTech sites offer a range of courses from basic to advanced, using the Windows XP operating system, Microsoft Vista and high-Speed internet service. Courses are taught by volunteer instructors and coaches who are 50+, and most feature hands –on experience. Sites are located at the Asbury Methodist Village, Bethesda Vital Living Center and Landmark Mall. All classes are opened to seniors 50+ and every student is afforded the opportunity to use the site for free practice weekly for one year after their first enrollment. All sites have easy access via metro or bus and ample parking is available. Please see the JCA website, www.accessjca.org, for registration information. For additional information or to register for a class, contact Dana Hirsch at 240-395-0916 or dhirsch@accessjca.org. PRODUCTION CLASSES AT THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY TELEVISION (MCT) Montgomery Community Television provides television production, programming and training. As a nonprofit organization, their goals are service-oriented. They continually assess the needs of our community and become involved in meeting those needs. MCT reaches out to individuals and organizations to help them take advantage of a communications tool that is right in their own backyards. Contact MCT's Community Project Managers at (301)424-1730 to find out more about these opportunities: Nonprofit TV Day and being a guest on Studio 501(c)(3), a show that was created specifically for nonprofits. Studio 501(c)(3) appears on Access Montgomery (cable 21) Mondays at 5 pm, Tuesdays at 9:30 pm, Thursdays at 11am, Saturdays at 1 pm and Sundays at 6:30 pm. Have a program produced by one of our trained volunteers. Contact the Client Services Department at info@mct-tv.org call (301)424-1730. To get the most from this service you should plan three months in advance. STARING A NEW GARDEN BED? Our Leafgro compost makes it very easy to start a new garden bed. The University of Maryland’s Home and Garden Information Center shows how. For more information go to: http://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/apps/News/Blog/solidwasteBlog.asp?blogID=2&blogItemID=447. PLANT CLINIC TO BE HELD AT THE GAITHERSBURG LIBRARY FROM SPRING TO FALL Master Gardeners from the Montgomery County Cooperative Extension will offer their popular plant clinic at the Gaithersburg Library on Saturdays, from April 18 through September 26, between 10:00 am and 2:00 pm. For more information go to: http://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/apps/News/press/PR_details.asp?PrID=5421. MARYLANDERS PLANT TREES – SAVE $25 OFF A TREE Plant trees and be counted towards the state’s goal of 50,000 trees by 2010 – and save $25 off your new tree! Check out www.trees.maryland.gov for information and advice on where, how and what type of trees to plant, and your printable discount coupon. After planting, register your trees and calculate the benefits they provide. Let’s make Montgomery County one of the best contributors in the State! HOUSING COMMISSION PLANS SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE; NEEDS LOCAL BUSINESS TO PARTICIPATE Although the beginning of the 2009-2010 school year is months away, the Housing Opportunities Community Partners (HOCP), a nonprofit organization affiliated with the Housing Opportunities Commission of Montgomery County, is making plans now to launch a school supply drive. HOCP is looking for local businesses willing to place collection boxes for school supply donations in their stores or offices for six weeks this summer. For more information go to: http://www.hocmc.org/documents/schoolsupply.pdf. Click here for flyer with more information.
BOARDS, COMMITTEES AND COMMISSIONS OPPORTUNITIES
County Executive Isiah Leggett is committed to having the County's boards, committees and commissions representative of our County's residents. Public participation contributes to the work of County government and provides a valuable service to the community when a variety of issues, concerns and viewpoints are presented. Currently, there is a valuable opportunity to serve on the following:     Recreation Advisory Boards (The deadline for application is August 14) Board of Registration for Building Contractors (The deadline for application is August 14) Sign Review Board (The deadline for application is August 14) Victim Services Advisory Board (The deadline for application is August 14) For more information visit http://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/apps/exec/vacancies/PR_list.asp or Contact Beth Gochrach at 240-777-2528.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES IN THE COMMUNITY
SENIOR CONNECTION NEEDS VOLUNTEERS The Senior Connection needs volunteers to help their neighbors live as independently as possible by providing escorted transportation to scheduled medical appointments, helping with grocery shopping and paying a friendly visit or making a phone call to share companionship. Trips are typically scheduled during non-rush hour and are less than 5 miles from home. A volunteer driver usually provides one trip a week for one person. Volunteers receive training, recognition and are covered by our liability insurance when on an appointment. Your time commitment and schedule will be flexible. Volunteers feel a great satisfaction knowing that they are giving an important service to their neighbors. Please contact The Senior Connection today at 301-962-0820, or e-mail seniorconnectionmc@gmail.com. THE AMERICAN KIDNEY FUND’S STEPS THAT COUNT WALK Are you looking for a rewarding way to give back to the community? Are you interested in lending your time and talents to a worthy cause? The American Kidney Fund’s, Steps That Count Walk, is scheduled for Sunday, October 25, 2009 in downtown Silver Spring. Their walk is approaching fast and they need YOU!!! They are seeking energetic and committed individuals to assist in the planning of the 4th Annual Steps That Count Walk that helps to provide funds to kidney patients in need. Committee members will help plan and implement various aspects of the walk, including: sponsorship recruitment, team recruitment, food and entertainment, prize procurement, volunteer recruitment, public relations, logistics and more. This commitment is about 4 – 6 hours a month plus conference calls leading up to the walk. For additional information please contact Rhonda Watson by phone at 301-984-6654 or via email at rwatson@kidneyfund.org. SECRET SHOPPER SERVICE QUALITY AND ACCOUNTABILITY REVIEW VOLUNTEERS NEEDED As part of Montgomery County Health and Human Services’ (HSS) quality improvement process they are seeking volunteers to act as “secret shoppers” to monitor the quality of service provided by our Information and Referral (I&R) units. They are looking for volunteers who are able and willing to pretend to be customers (using pre-identified scenario’s that allow us to evaluate whether staff provide appropriate answers), and then report back to HHS on their experience with the I&R units performance. They are especially interested in volunteers who are able to make calls in language other than English to test whether our I&R units are able to serve residents who are non-English speaking. If you are interested in participating in this project, or want more information about it before committing you can contact the project manager, Charles A. Smith, PhD, at charles.smith@montgomerycountymd.gov and Go to www.MoCoSurvey.com and click on link for Secret Shopper. INTAKE WORKERS/SCREENING SPECIALIST IN GAITHERSBURG Upper Montgomery County Assistance Network is looking for volunteers to answer phone calls from families or individuals in need seeking emergency financial assistance to prevent eviction or utility disconnection. Spanish speaking a plus, but not required. Contact Regina Mastromarino at 301-926-4422 or gina_mastro@uman-mc.org. RSVP In fulfilling your volunteer needs, don't forget the senior component! RSVP (Retired and Senior Volunteer Program) matches senior’s age 55 or better to meaningful volunteer positions with non-profit and public agencies in the County. Of particular interest to you may be the RSVP SWAT (Seniors with Available Time) Team. If you have a project that needs doing at the last minute and you need volunteers right away, simply give them the information and they will e-mail your request out to their SWAT Team volunteers. If any are available to assist, they'll contact you directly. Seniors are a valuable resource in our community-they are skilled, experienced, available, and ready to help! Contact Ann Evans or Kathleen Meaney Stobie for more information, 240.777.2600; ann.evans@montgomerycountymd.gov or kathleen.stobie@montgomerycountymd.gov. CHILDREN’S INN NEEDS BI-LINGUAL VOLUNTEERS The Children’s Inn at the National Institutes of Health is a residential "place like home" for sick children and their families. Children come from across the country and around the world to stay together with their families in The Inn’s healing environment while receiving groundbreaking medical treatments at the NIH, the world’s leading biomedical research center. While the NIH takes care of the child’s medical needs, The Inn tends to the child’s heart, soul and spirit. Volunteers are needed to staff the welcome desk and assist with educational programming. Welcome Desk volunteers greet families as they arrive at The Inn and provide front-line customer service in person and by telephone. Educational Aides provide English tutoring to non-English speaking residents. Volunteers typically serve once a week or every other week. Welcome desk shifts include: Friday evenings 4:30 pm to 8:30 pm, Saturdays 12:30 pm to 4:30 pm and 4:30 pm to 8:30 pm. Educational Volunteer Aide schedules vary. Volunteer requirements include: must speak fluent Spanish, excellent verbal communication skills, ability to respond flexibly and resourcefully to the functions of the position, satisfactory completion of volunteer application, background checks, and in-processing procedures. If you are interested in finding out more information, please contact: Laura King Director of Volunteers and Community Outreach, The Children’s Inn lking@mail.nih.gov or 301-451-9454. TEACH THE PARENT, REACH THE CHILD Rockville, MD – English for Daily Living, a classroom program for parents of children in the Montgomery County Public Schools, is seeking volunteer teachers and assistant teachers for spring classes. Classes are held on weekdays, usually in the evenings, at schools in Silver Spring and Gaithersburg. Lead Teachers should have classroom teaching experience, experience teaching adults for whom English is a second language, enthusiasm for working with adult learners, and be available to teach eight 2-hour weekly classes. Assistant Teachers should have an interest in working with adults for whom English is a second language and be available to assist during eight 2-hour weekly classes. For more information, please contact Jayne Klein at the Literacy Council of Montgomery County, 301-610-0030 or email jayne@literacycouncilmcmd.org. HELP BOOST A CHILD’S SKILLS AND SELF-ESTEEM! Interages, Inc., a nonprofit in Montgomery County, needs volunteers (ages 50+) to tutor and mentor children at public elementary, middle, and high schools (including Bethesda/Chevy Chase HS). In 1-2 hours/week, you can make a real difference in the life of a student. Volunteers work in a group setting, matched with an individual child, to provide friendship, encouragement, and help with reading, language, geography skills, and cultural activities. Training, all materials, on-site staff support provided. Contact Sara Cartmill at 301-949-3551, X or Cartmill@interagesmd.org or visit us at www.interagesmd.org. THE WELLNESS COMMUNITY - GREATER WASHINGTON DC SEEKS VOLUNTEERS TO HELP WITH HEALTH FAIRS AND COMMUNITY OUTREACH EVENTS.          Help them represent The Wellness Community by attending health fairs and community events throughout the year. Your time can make a difference educating our community about our free programs of emotional support, education and hope for people living with cancer and their loved ones. As a volunteer you will distribute literature and talk about their free programs. Good communication skills are helpful. Training will be provided. Visit www.thewellnesscommunity.org/ or contact Luisa Carneiro at 301-493-5002 - email twcdc@thewellnesscommunity.org. A WIDER CIRCLE Please consider giving some time. You can work in the office or warehouse, work at a project site, or help with their marketing and fundraising efforts. They also have one paid position (paying a modest stipend) to help manage this transition. You can also donate to their new Capital Campaign. Contributions can be made online at www.awidercircle.org (a good chance to see their new website). To learn more or to volunteer, please reply here, give them a call at the office 301-608-3504 or email volunteer@awidercircle.org. MONTGOMERY COUNTY'S COMMISSION FOR WOMEN COUNSELING AND CAREER CENTER Use your skills, learn new ones, and help other women! Greatest need is for information and referral specialists, including those fluent in Spanish. Free parking & close to Rockville Metro. Visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov/cfw or contact Lynn Barclay at 240-777-8328 or email to lynn.barclay@montgomerycountymd.gov. MONTGOMERY COUNTY SEEKS VOLUNTEERS TO WORK WITH VICTIMS OF SEXUAL ASSAULT Volunteers are needed to assist sexual assault victims and their families through the Victim Assistance and Sexual Assault Program of the Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services.  Interviews are currently being conducted for the September 2008 training session. Bilingual volunteers are encouraged to apply.  All volunteers must be at least 21 years of age, have a valid driver's license and immediate access to transportation.  To receive more information or to arrange an interview, call the Montgomery County Victim Assistance and Sexual Assault Program at 240-777-1355 or go to www.montgomerycountymd.gov/vasap.  MID-ATLANTIC ADVISORY COUNCIL MEMBER for AMERICAN KIDNEY FUND In an effort to increase the number of people that the American Kidney Fund reaches, volunteer networks are being established in strategic areas of the country. The Mid-Atlantic Advisory Council member will act as ambassador in supporting and advocating for the American Kidney Fund's mission. The council will consists of dedicated volunteers such as you, who can assist us in directing, organizing, and implementing the large fundraising campaign that we must undertake soon. They hope you look at this opportunity as an opportunity to participate on a regional council and network with other community leaders who are interested in the health of your neighbors. If you are interested in finding out about this opportunity, please contact Rhonda Watson at 301-984-6654 or by email at rwatson@kidneyfund.org
JOBS OPPORTUNITIES IN MONTGOMERY COUNTY
Below are selected employment opportunities in Montgomery County Government, private and nonprofit sectors. You can see all job postings below. Apply for the job that interests your career goals. To see all Montgomery County's job postings, visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov/careers. Contact Joe Heiney-Gonzalez at 240-777-5070 or joe-heiney-gonzalez@montgomerycountymd.gov. You can also go to the various organization's website for more information about the positions listed.
Please Note:  Effective July 1, 2008 all job applications must be submitted online. Paper resumes will not be accepted.
Position/Job Title	Salary Range	Job Requisition #	See application Deadline
Library Page (MUST  BE AT LEAST 14 TO APPLY)	$7.84/Hr. See Job Description	3300	Open Continuous
Hilton Family of Brands is recruiting staff for Silver Spring properties including the Hilton, Hampton Inn, and Homewood Suites. See list of job postings below that outline the job duties and location of Hotel seeking qualified candidates.       HOW TO APPLY:  PLEASE...NO PHONE CALLS!!!  Interested individuals can forward your resume and/or letter of interest to Beth Thomas via email at bthomas@montgomeryworks.com that highlights your qualifications, and experience for the position you seek. Employment is immediate - all full time positions offer benefits. NOTE: The Hilton Brand does not offer online applications; candidates will be asked to fill out a paper application after completion of a successful interview.  Interviews will be scheduled on a first come basis, so we encourage you to act quickly. REQUIREMENTS:  Must be at least 18 yrs; Must be legal to work in the U.S; Must successfully pass a drug test; Must be available for all shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays. EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITES AT HILTON FAMILY OF BRANDS SILVER SPRING LOCATIONS JOB LOCATION Hilton Washington DC/Silver Spring 8727 Colesville Road Silver Spring, MD 20910 JOB LOCATION Hilton Washington DC/Silver Spring 8727 Colesville Road Silver Spring, MD 20910   JOB LOCATION Homewood suites of Silver Spring Hampton Inn of Silver Spring 8728 Colesville Road Silver Spring, MD 20910 Corporate Sales Manager (1 position) Minimum of two years of college level course with emphasis on business or communications required. Bachelor’s degree in hotel management, marketing or communications or business administration is preferred. Requires a minimum of one-year experience in guest contact areas of the hospitality industry. Room Attendant (5 Positions) Position is responsible for overall cleanliness of assigned rooms/suites. Previous experience preferred. Candidates must be able to work all shifts, including weekends and holidays.   Room Attendant (4 Positions) Position is responsible for overall cleanliness of assigned rooms/suites. Previous experience preferred. Candidates must be able to work all shifts, including weekends and holidays.   Human Resource Manager (1 position) High School graduate or equivalent required. Four year college degree preferred. Three years combined Human Resources and supervisory experience required. Hilton Brand or Hilton Family of Brand experience preferred. Previous hospitality experience required.   Overnight Housekeeping Houseperson  (1 position) Responsibilities include cleaning and maintaining public areas of the hotel, including vacuuming, shampooing of carpets, cleaning/waxing of floors, trash removal, stocking and maintaining supply rooms. Candidates must be able to work overnight, including weekends and holidays. Previous experience preferred.   Overnight Housekeeping Houseperson (1 position) Responsibilities include cleaning and maintaining public areas of the hotel, including vacuuming, shampooing of carpets, cleaning/waxing of floors, trash removal, stocking and maintaining supply rooms. Candidates must be able to work overnight, including weekends and holidays. Previous experience preferred. Night Auditor – Part Time (1 position) Balance all daily work for Hotel. High school graduate or equivalent required. Previous experience preferred. Candidates must be able to work weekends and holidays.   Housekeeping Houseperson (1 position) Responsibilities include cleaning and maintaining public areas of hotel, including vacuuming, shampooing of carpets, cleaning and waxing of floors, trash removal, stocking and maintaining supply rooms. Candidates must work all shifts, including weekends and holidays. Previous experience preferred. Housekeeping Houseperson (1 position) Responsibilities include cleaning and maintaining public areas of hotel, including vacuuming, shampooing of carpets, cleaning and waxing of floors, trash removal, stocking and maintaining supply rooms. Candidates must work all shifts, including weekends and holidays. Previous experience preferred. Maintenance (2 positions) Wall hanging and drywall repair experience required. Candidates must be able to work all shifts, including weekend and holidays.   Front Desk Agent (2 positions) High school graduate or equivalent required. 1-2 years of prior guest service/hospitality experience preferred. Candidates must be able to work all shifts, including weekends and holidays. Front Desk Agent (2 positions) High school graduate or equivalent required. 1-2 years of prior guest service/hospitality experience preferred. Candidates must be able to work all shifts, including weekends and holidays.     Food & Beverage Manager (1 position) High School graduate or equivalent required. Four year college degree preferred. Minimum of three years food & beverage management experience required. Previous hotel food & beverage experience required.   Front Desk Supervisor (2 position) High School graduate or equivalent required. College experience preferred. One year combined front desk and supervisory experience in hospitality or related industry preferred. Candidates must work all shifts, including weekends and holidays. Front Desk Supervisor (2 position) High School graduate or equivalent required. College experience preferred. One year combined front desk and supervisory experience in hospitality or related industry preferred. Candidates must work all shifts, including weekends and holidays.   Line Cook (1 position) High school graduate or equivalent preferred. Culinary or apprenticeship program preferred. Minimum of two years cooking experience required. Hot line cooking required. Breakfast Server/ Host/ Hostess (2 positions) High school graduate or equivalent preferred. Previous server, host/hostess, experience preferred.   Breakfast Server/ Host/ Hostess (2 positions) High school graduate or equivalent preferred. Previous server, host/hostess experience preferred.   Van Driver (3 positions) High school graduate or equivalent required. Prior experience in hospitality, bell person or door person preferred. Valid driver’s license and good driving record required. Candidates must be able to work all shifts, including weekend and holidays.   Housekeeping supervisor (1 position) High school graduate or equivalent required. College experience preferred. One year combined front desk and supervisory experience in hospitality or related industry preferred. Candidates must be able to work all shifts, including weekends and holidays. Valet Attendant (3 positions) High school graduate or equivalent required. Prior experience in hospitality, bell person or door person preferred. Valid driver’s license and good driving record required. Candidates must be able to work all shifts, including weekend and holidays.   Extended Stay Sales Manager (1 position) Minimum two years of college level courses with an emphasis on business/ communications required. Bachelor’s degree in Hotel Management, Marketing or Communications/ Business Administration is preferred. This position requires a minimum of one year experience in guest contact areas of the hospitality industry. Hotel experience is preferred, with a minimum requirement of  two years IBT Sales Manager experience. Hilton Extended stay Brand certified, Delphi experience and familiar with Silver Spring/ Bethesda Market all preferred. DISTRICT OFFICE CONSTITUENT SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE POSITION OPEN Congresswoman Donna Edwards (D-MD) seeks a Constituent Service Representative for her Maryland District Offices. Principal duties include handling constituent case work; navigating matters under the jurisdiction of the federal government for and with constituents; interviewing constituents to identify problems, determining assistance needed, contacting federal agencies and processing cases with the appropriate agency; and. notifying constituents of case resolution. A successful applicant will have citizen involvement and participation skills. The individual must have great attention to detail, excellent research and writing skills, and the ability to handle multiple projects to conclusion. Some weekend and evening hours required. Basic Qualifications: Social work degree preferred; previous related community service work; strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication and problem solving skills; ability to make independent decisions and maintain confidentiality. Fluent in Spanish a plus. Office/Location: District Office, Prince George’s County. Closing Date: Until Filled Salary Level/Range: Commensurate with Experience Proposed Start Date: Immediate HEALTH CENTER MANAGER with Community Clinic, Inc., Gaithersburg, MD HOW TO APPLY: Contact Jamillia Williams at 240-499-2626 or jwilliams@cciweb.org to apply for the position. SUPERVISION AND TRAINING OF STAFF: Responsible for supervision of staff scheduling: paid time off, time clock management, and time sheet submission to payroll. Assist in the recruitment, assignment, development, and evaluation of staff. Conduct regular meetings with staff. Assures that staff expectation is consistent with the goals of CCI-Health Services. Ensure that each staff member understands his/her job description; the desired results associated with his/her work, and the resources available to achieve the results. Train and develop staff to ensure they meet job expectations. Ensures that all annual performance evaluations are completed by due dates. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE, OR LICENSE/REGISTRATION. Should be a Registered Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, or Physician Assistant and have several years of experience, preferably in a leadership capacity. Should have training in the area of Health Care Administration, Experience in administration and management is preferred. Master of Health Services Administration preferred. Candidates sought for CARLOS ROSARIO INTERNATIONAL PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL FULL TIME BILINGUAL COUNSELOR PART TIME COLLEGE PREP WRITING INSTRUCTOR PART TIME CAREER SPECIALIST HOW TO APPLY: Send email resume/cover letter to smendez@carlosrosario.org or fax to: 202-232-6442. Candidates sought for IMPACT SILVER SPRING TECHNOLOGY RESOURCE COORDINATOR ENGAGEMENT COORDINATOR EMPOWERMENT MANAGER AMERICORPS COMMUNICATIONS ASSISTANT AMERICORPS NEIGHBORS CAMPAIGN PROJECT ASSISTANT HOW TO APPLY: Use web link below for Impact Silver Spring to view individual job descriptions for individual job postings and for instructions on how to apply for the positions: http://www.impactsilverspring.org/openings2.html. THE ARC OF MONTGOMERY COUNTY HAS MULTIPLE JOB POSTINGS Full time and part time job opportunities include: Vocational Assistant Director Center Based Program Coordinator Center Based Coach After School Group Leader Child Care Teacher Floater Transportation Coordinator TO VIEW JOB POSTINGS visit the agency website at http://www.arcmontmd.org/ LOCAL FIRST PROGRAM MANAGER NEEDED The Local First Program Manager is responsible for the design, implementation and evaluation of all activities associated with Local First Wheaton and Buy Local Silver Spring. As the leader of this program you will manage two neighborhood-based social marketing campaigns that encourage consumers to patronize locally-owned, independent businesses in each downtown business district. This includes overseeing the creation and distribution of strategic marketing materials, maintaining two websites (www.localfirstwheaton.org and www.buylocalsilverspring.com), organizing events for business owners and consumers, and attracting media attention. Click here for flyer with more information. SALES MANAGER The Courtyard by Marriott Silver Spring Downtown is seeking a Sales Manager to be responsible for generating profitable group rooms and related conference revenues through identifying and developing new business opportunities, cultivating leads, building relationships and providing exceptional service to existing accounts. A college degree is preferred, however an equivalent combination of education and business/sales experience in additional to specific hotel or resort group sales experience will be considered. Contact David H. Shoshan at 301-589-4899. THERE IS ONE POSITION AVAILABLE AT A WIDER CIRCLE One full-time position is now available: The Director of Development oversees all of the organizations marketing and fundraising work, including grant writing, corporate and individual giving, events, and marketing materials. Any interested applicants should email a resume, cover letter, (and writing sample for Director of Development candidates) to Layne Amerikaner at layne@awidercircle.org. JOB CLUB MEMO Click here an updated job memo from Joe Heiney-Gonzalez.
To see all Montgomery County's job postings, visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov/careers. Contact Joe Heiney-Gonzalez, Special Assistant to the Director, at 240-777-5070 or by email at joe.heiney-gonzalez@montgomerycountymd.gov.
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