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Minimum Qualifications Two years of professional level experience in Human Resources.  Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field in human resources management or related field; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. Applicants within six months of meeting the minimum education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status. Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. Position Summary This is specialized professional work in the Alachua County Human Resources Department. An employee assigned to this classification is responsible for performing a variety of personnel management functions, as well as assisting with special projects and assignments. Work is performed under the direction of a higher-level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports, and observation of results obtained. Examples of Duties ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with the County's core values. Advises applicants of job opportunities and requirements; evaluates applicant qualifications; refers qualified candidates; and provides guidance to directors, managers, and supervisors throughout the interviewing and hiring process.  May participate, coordinate, or assist with interviews. Interprets and applies policies, rules, and regulations; collaborates with managers to ensure compliance; and participates in the development, revision, and implementation of policies and procedures. Maintains compliance with federal and state regulations concerning employment. Participates in person in new employee orientation presentations to ensure a positive onboarding experience and promote a successful transition into the organization. Identifies and pursues new recruitment strategies, including advertising opportunities; attending in-person and virtual job and career fairs; developing recruitment open position flyers; promoting employee referral programs; and building relationships with organizations and educational institutions, to expand employment opportunities. Coordinates pre-employment requirements, including but not limited to background checks, drug screenings, credential verification, and onboarding documentation, ensuring timely completion. Reviews and approves employee action forms to ensure accuracy, resolves any issues, and confirms actions are within established guidelines. Participates in a range of Human Resources program activities, including in-service training, internship programs, and classification and compensation studies. Serves as the primary contact for County volunteer programs, provides oversight and guidance to departments to ensure policy compliance, record maintenance, and reporting. Maintains personnel and payroll information within the enterprise resource planning (ERP) system. Administers the applicant tracking system and acts as the primary point of contact for questions, issues, or training in the system. Assists the Emergency Management Department with Emergency duties in the event of disaster activation. Serves as lead for Emergency Support Function (ESF) 15 Volunteers and Donations and will assist with staffing shelters. Prepares correspondence in response to requests and inquiries from citizens and employees. Completes research projects and statistical reports as needed. May process documentation for new hires and personnel changes for current employees. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge of standard principles, practices, and techniques of Human Resources Administration. Knowledge of the operations of County Government; knowledge of the functions of all County Departments. Knowledge of applicable employment laws and related regulations. Knowledge of applicant tracking systems, enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, and HR/payroll recordkeeping. Knowledge of volunteer program administration and coordination. Knowledge of emergency management support functions, particularly volunteer and donation coordination. Skill in evaluating applicant qualifications, interpreting job requirements, and supporting effective hiring decisions. Skill in interpreting and applying policies, rules, and regulations consistently and accurately. Skill in administering HR systems, including applicant tracking and ERP systems, and providing user support or training. Skill in recruitment outreach, including advertising, job fairs, partnerships, and social media strategies. Ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive personnel information, and make sound decisions based on information at hand. Ability to collaborate with departments to ensure policy compliance and effective HR service delivery. Ability to adapt to changing priorities and respond effectively during emergency activations. Ability to lead and coordinate volunteer efforts during emergencies or disaster situations. Ability to write, review, and interpret policies and procedures.  Ability to write memoranda and prepare detailed reports. Ability to communicate e?ectively, both orally and in writing.  Ability to conduct research and prepare statistical analysis. Ability to manage and organize work in an e?cient manner. Ability to establish and maintain e?ective working relationships with Department Directors, County employees, outside agencies, the general public, and co-workers. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee regularly sits, communicates verbally or audibly, and uses hands and fingers to handle or operate office equipment. The employee occasionally stands, walks, or moves about as required. Speci?c vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is primarily performed in an indoor, climate-controlled office environment.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Supplemental Information Confidential Position:  Certain personal information for employees (and specific family members) in this job position is exempt from public records pursuant to Chapter 119 of the Florida Statutes. An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future. BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance   Employee Life Insurance   Florida Retirement System   Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance   Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program   NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits.  FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement.  A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows:  New Years Day   Martin Luther King Day   Memorial Day   Juneteenth Independence Day   Labor Day   Veterans' Day   Thanksgiving Day   Friday following Thanksgiving   Christmas Eve (IAFF*)   Christmas Day   Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees)   2 Floating Holidays  (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of Firefighters Pay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3   *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.

Our  Fortune 200 Company  client is seeking to  DIRECTLY HIRE  a  Cybersecurity Exposure Management Analyst  to join its Cybersecurity organization.  This position can be based in either Atlanta, GA or Birmingham, AL. CANDIDATE SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS:   Please carefully read before applying. You can only be considered for referral to the hiring manager IF you meet ALL of the requirements below.   1) You must apply with a  SINGLE  document (in Word or PDF). This single merged document must include each of the Hiring Manager's  pre-screening questions  shown BELOW and your detailed responses (at the TOP) followed by your usual resume/CV content. 2) You must be  permanently  authorized to work in the U.S. WITHOUT requiring any current or future sponsorship. In a nutshell, you must be a U.S. citizen or current permanent resident (green) cardholder. 3) You must currently reside or self-relocate to be within commutable distance to  Atlanta, GA  or  Birmingham, AL . 4) You must be reasonably qualified and comply with ALL of the above requirements to receive consideration for an interview referral to the Hiring Manager for this role. In our Fortune 200 Company , our core objective is to ensure safe and reliable computing environment for the consumers of our services, both internally and externally. Our complex environment generates a constant stream of challenges which require continual innovation with an evolving set of technologies. Keeping the network safe and reliable ensures that our users stay connected with our applications, products and services. Our  Fortune 200 Company is committed to supporting the professional development and growth of its employees and fosters an environment of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Position Overview: Fortune 200 Company  is seeking a passionate and experienced Exposure Management Analyst to join our Cybersecurity organization . This is a technical, hands-on role that requires the ability to assess exposures, analyze risks, and advise strategies to mitigate exposure. This role will support day-to-day continuous threat and exposure management operations focused on identifying and escalating exposed risks. Work outputs will support implementation of security technologies and controls to improve defensive posture, implementation of processes in support of investigations, and development of detection capabilities.   Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, technology, engineering or security-related field or equivalent experience Minimum 5 years IT or security experience Demonstrated expertise in supporting vulnerability and patch management programs, enhancing application security, and conducting thorough analyses of potential exposures Experience working with vulnerability scanning, attack surface management, and cloud security posture management tools Understanding of OWASP common vulnerabilities and testing methodologies Understanding of system and application security threats and vulnerabilities (e.g., buffer overflow, mobile code, cross-site scripting, code injection, race conditions, covert channel, replay, return-oriented attacks) Understanding and familiarity with different operating systems (e.g., Windows and LINUX/UNIX systems) Knowledge of IT security / hardening best practices; including but not limited to operating systems, web applications, and network devices. Experience building interactive dashboards and reports in PowerBI to visualize security metrics and exposure management data, including remediation progress, risk exposure, etc. Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions such as PivotTables, VLOOKUP, and data analysis tools to organize, summarize, and interpret complex datasets. Experience using a SIEM to run search queries, perform log analysis, and build dashboards to monitor potential exposures Ability to effectively organize tasks, manage multiple priorities/details, meet schedules, and deliver on commitments Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating adaptability and flexibility in response to changing priorities and emerging threats. Experience driving discussions and consensus across a broad group of stakeholders and cross functional teams regarding patching, security recommendations, and mitigations strategies Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team. Proven experience interacting with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.   Job Responsibilities:    Support day-to-day operations of the exposure management program, including data review, report processing, and trend analysis. Track remediation of identified risks and mitigation strategies and escalate findings to key stakeholders. Ability to analyze potential security risks and determine applicability to our environment Execute emergency vulnerability workflows and procedures Stay informed about publicly disclosed vulnerabilities (CVEs) and potential vulnerabilities (rumors, blogs, partial public analysis). Map vulnerability assessment results to asset inventory and key stakeholders. Calculate prioritization based on risk assessment. Identify and recommend appropriate compensating controls to manage and remediate vulnerability risk with the focus on reducing potential impacts Support development of vulnerability metrics and remediation-related dashboards and reports Understand enterprise policies and advise policies and technical standards with specific regard to vulnerability management, scanning procedures and secure configuration Coordinate with key business partners to understand, prioritize, and coordinate vulnerability remediation activities Collaborate with peers from across the organization and maintain excellent working relationships with key partners across Technology Organization functions and business partners Understand business requirements and work with business partners to define appropriate solutions, meeting both security mandates and business needs Demonstrates strong critical thinking and curiosity, essential for effectively analyzing and addressing security threats and vulnerabilities. Demonstrate Fortune 200 Company values of Safety First, Unquestionable Trust, Superior Performance, and Total Commitment   Job Requirements :     Required to submit to a thorough background examination Ability to understand business requirements and present appropriate solutions Ability to work independently or within a team Ability to effectively organize tasks, manage multiple priorities/details, meet schedules, and deliver on commitments Solid verbal and written communication skills Demonstrated critical, independent thinking; demonstrated ability to conceive and present creative solutions Must pass NERC CIP & Insider Threat Protection background checks One or more relevant industry certifications (i.e., GSEC, CISSP, CISA) Occasional travel (up to 25% at times) to local and regional locations in pursuit of job duties and requirements   __________________________________________________________________ HIRING MANAGER'S PRE-SCREENING QUESTIONS (Responses Required for Interview Consideration):    Please answer  ALL  of the questions BELOW as accurately as possible.  If you're determined to be reasonably qualified, you will be submitted to our client for a potential interview and direct hiring consideration for this great opportunity. 1) Please describe your experience working with cloud security posture management, vulnerability scanning, or attack surface management tools. 2) Please describe your experience performing analysis of potential security exposures. 3) Are you a US Citizen or Green Card Holder? 4) This position is subject to completing enhanced personnel screenings, which will be discussed in more detail if an interview is scheduled. Are you willing to participate in the program? 5) We provide a competitive compensation package to include a base salary, incentive pay (bonus), and comprehensive benefits which include a pension plan and matching 401(k) plan. Specifically, what are your base salary requirements? (Do not state negotiable or N/A; if need be, list a range) __________________________________________________________________ How To Apply: 1) Please create and apply with a   SINGLE   (Word or PDF)  merged  document. A single merged document is required for submission to the Hiring Manager for interview consideration.,  2) At the   TOP   of your document, copy and paste each pre-screening question and include your responses to the  pre-screening   questions . You must fully and accurately respond to ALL of the pre-screening questions. 3) Include your standard   resume content   below your responses to the screening questions. Your resume must clearly show your personal email address and direct phone number. 4) Click on the  APPLY  button or email  support@mpndiversityrecruiters.com  to send BOTH your responses to the  prescreening questions  and your  resume  to MPN Diversity Recruiters. Document Creation Tips:   The easiest way to create the required SINGLE document correctly is to open your existing resume file, insert a blank page at the top, copy and paste the screening questions from above into your document, add your responses to each question, and then save and email or upload the file. Call 404-629-9323 if you have any questions.

Annual Salary Ranges: Data Scientist I: $74,422-$115,357 Data Scientist II: $82,077-$127,234 First Review of Applications: September 19, 2025 Expected Start Date: October/November 2025 Description Overview of the Data Science Department The Data Science Department provides SANDAG member agencies, elected officials, other organizations, and the public with information and technical resources for regional planning, funding, and policymaking efforts. The department represents a broad range of expertise from land use and transportation modeling, applied social research, public safety, demographics, economics, and quality assurance. The information the department gathers, analyzes, produces, delivers, and maintains is essential to the success of SANDAG. Overview of the Data Quality Assurance/Quality Control Team The Data Quality Assurance/Quality Control team provides independent verification of data acquired or produced by SANDAG modeling, forecasting, analysis, mapping, and visualization efforts. In addition to conducting data verification steps, the team also develops and implements formalized policies and processes around data quality management. Role The Data Science Department is hiring a Data Scientist in the Data Quality Assurance/Quality Control team. Under supervision from the hiring manager, the position will support the development and implementation of quality control checks on datasets used and produced by teams across the agency to ensure quality and reliability. Typical Qualifications The minimum education, training, and experience include a bachelor’s degree with major course work in data science, computer science, management information systems, regional planning, geography, demography, economics, statistics, mathematics or a related field, and one to two years of professional experience in data analysis and programming.  Intermediate-advanced level programming experience in Python (and other object-oriented program languages) is critical. Knowledge of design principles for relational database management systems; experience creating SQL queries, stored procedures, and data views; familiarity with MS SQL Server or other enterprise relational database systems. Experience using geographic information system software such as ESRI ArcGIS or QGIS. Experience using Business Intelligence/Information Sharing software (Power BI, Tableau, etc.) to create reports and dashboards. Benefits SANDAG offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees including: Hybrid work options 9/80 flexible work schedule Pay-for-performance merit increases Retirement - Defined Benefit Plan with the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) Retirement - 457 Defined Contribution Plan with Voya Excellent health insurance options for employees and their eligible dependents Free dental and vision insurance for employees and their eligible dependents Education Assistance of up to $5,250 a year for regular employees Free transit pass for use throughout the San Diego region, bus, Rapid Express, Trolley, and COASTER Paid time off including 12 paid holidays, 2 floating holiday days, generous paid time off (PTO) per year, depending on length of service   Visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sandag ? for information and apply. First review September 19, 2025. EOE.

Annual Salary Range: $ 121,347.20 - $188,094.40 First Review of Applications: August 31, 2025 Expected Start Date: October 2025 Description   SANDAG’s Office of the Independent Performance Auditor   On January 1, 2018, a new California Assembly Bill (AB 805) required the creation of the Audit Committee and an Independent Performance Auditor (IPA) position. The IPA leads the Office of the Independent Performance Auditor (OIPA) and has the authority to conduct performance audits of all departments, offices, boards, activities, and programs of the agency. OIPA is currently a 10-person independent, oversight function expected to grow to 12 positions by fiscal year 2027.  Performance audits are conducted in compliance with Generally Accepted Government auditing standards (GAGAS). OIPA’s performance audits can include reviewing compliance with the agency’s administrative policies, procedures, and local, state and federal regulations; audits of funding, revenue streams, capital projects, expenditures, enterprise risk management, public procurement practices, various transportation projects and programs, and other regional planning programs and initiatives that impact the region.  OIPA serves as the Board of Directors’ oversight function that objectively evaluates and recommends improvements to SANDAG operations.  The IPA presents an annual work plan to the Audit Committee for approval based upon the results of an annual risk assessment. OIPA is also the official body of SANDAG to investigate allegations of potential fraud, waste, abuse, and gross mismanagement identified by SANDAG staff or other stakeholders.  Role The Manager of Business Administration and Operations is a key leadership role within OIPA, responsible for driving the agency’s core administrative, operational, and communications functions. Reporting directly to the Independent Performance Auditor (IPA), this position ensures the smooth and strategic execution of OIPA’s internal systems and external messaging. With oversight of everything from budgeting and contracts to human resources, office management, and media relations, the Manager will play a critical role in aligning day-to-day operations with long-term goals. This role also serves as a strategic advisor and trusted liaison to executive leadership, the Audit Committee, the Board of Directors, and other key stakeholders, helping to shape the future of a growing, high-impact oversight agency.   Typical Qualifications Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in public or business administration, or a related field. A master’s degree is highly desirable. Seven years of increasingly responsible professional experience in the areas of administration, business operations and strategic communications. At least two of these years must have been at the supervisory level. Executive office management experience is desirable, including direct experience supporting an executive in a fast-paced, professional office environment and balancing multiple projects and deadlines. Experience developing, delivering and leading comprehensive administrative and business services programs in areas such as budget management, contracts management, office management, records management, financial management and human resources management, preferably for a public agency. Outstanding written and oral presentation skills and the ability to effectively communicate to a variety of audiences; excellent report writing skills including the ability to prepare clear and concise content and impactful report presentations using charts and graphics. Demonstrated ability to analyze complex problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and clearly present various options and outcomes. The final candidate selected for this position must successfully pass a pre-employment criminal background check and credit check. Periodic re-checking of criminal background history will be a condition of employment.  Benefits   SANDAG offers comprehensive benefits, to include health, dental, and vision insurance as well as employee assistance, wellness, and work/life balance programs. Additionally, SANDAG offers the following: Hybrid work options 9/80 flexible work schedule Pay-for-performance merit increases Retirement - Defined Benefit Plan with the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) Retirement - 457 Defined Contribution Plan with Voya Excellent health insurance options for employees and their eligible dependents Free dental and vision insurance for employees and their eligible dependents Education Assistance of up to $5,250 a year for regular employees Free transit pass for use throughout the San Diego region, bus, Rapid Express, Trolley, and COASTER Paid time off including 12 paid holidays, 2 floating holiday days, generous paid time off (PTO) per year, depending on length of service Manager and Principal level positions are offered a three-year At-Will employment contract, which provides an annual $5,000 contribution to their defined contribution plan.   Visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sandag ? to apply. First review August 31, 2025. EOE.

About The Kennedy Center “I am certain that after the dust of centuries has passed over our cities, we, too, will be remembered not for victories or defeats in battle or in politics, but for our contribution to the human spirit.” – President John F. Kennedy The Kennedy Center is the nation’s cultural center and living memorial to President John F. Kennedy. Located on the banks of the Potomac River in Washington, D.C., the Center presents performances across all genres, and is also home to artistic affiliates Washington National Opera and National Symphony Orchestra.  At the Kennedy Center, we strive to foster belonging and empowerment at work. We are able to advance our mission because of our committed and passionate employees. We are fortunate to be able to leverage their diverse perspectives, life experiences and skills to inform how our workplace can be a safe, transparent, and replenishing community. The Kennedy Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law.  Mission Statement: As America's performing arts center, and a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy, we are a leader for the arts across the United States and around the world, connecting the greatest living artists with audiences of every stripe, no matter their background. We welcome all Americans and creators and visitors from across the globe to discover, experience, learn about, be inspired by, and engage with the arts. Why Join Us We offer a total rewards package to all full-time employees to include:  Staff offers for discount tickets Retirement plan with organization matching (after 1 year of employment) Qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Commuter programs including pre-tax options for discounted parking and SmartBenefits (WMATA) Annual Leave, Sick Leave, and Personal Days available immediately upon hire 11 paid holidays per year  Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with FSA and HSA options, and paid FMLA We like to have fun! Check out the  Kennedy Center National Dance Day 2024  staff video! Pay Details The Kennedy Center strives to design equitable compensation programs. The projected salary range for this position is $110,000 - $125,000, commensurate with experience, and includes a comprehensive benefits package. This is the targeted range of possible compensation for this role at the time of posting. This range may be modified in the future. Base pay within the range is ultimately determined by a candidate’s skills, expertise, and experience as it relates to the position qualifications and responsibilities. Job Description The Kennedy Center strives to deliver efficient and effective technology solutions across a wide range of disciplines and departments. Our success is largely dependent on the stellar ability of the project teams and managers. We’re currently searching for an experienced Senior IT Project Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a sharp business mind and proven ability to strategize and implement high-level project initiatives. The candidate will have a strong talent for cross-functional team leadership. Ultimately, the Senior IT Project Manager should be motivated by a desire to optimize productivity, nurture project success from inception to completion, and create sustainable business solutions. This position is responsible for leading complex, high-impact technical initiatives, including the enterprise-wide Sage Intacct ERP implementation cutover, technical integrations across core systems, and strategic projects on the organization’s roadmap. This full-time leadership role will oversee multiple workstreams, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with institutional priorities. This role requires advanced project leadership capabilities, a strong stakeholder manager across departments and vendors, and a strategic mindset to drive digital transformation in a mission-driven, high-visibility cultural institution. Key Responsibilities Lead end-to-end delivery of the Sage ERP implementation cutover, including project governance, risk management, resource planning, and stakeholder alignment. Manage technical integrations between ERP, HRIS, CRM, and other enterprise systems to support business operations. Partner with executive stakeholders to define business needs, translate them into requirements, and ensure alignment with instructional strategy. Develop and execute comprehensive project plans across multiple initiatives, ensuring proper scope definition, timeline management, and change control. Oversee vendors who play many roles within the project, including overseeing their contract deliverables, timesheets, and quality of work. Drive organizational readiness through planning, coordination of user acceptance testing (UAT), training programs, and cutover support. Other duties as assigned. Key Qualifications 7+ years of progressive IT project management experience, including leadership in core system implementations and systems integrations Demonstrated experience delivering complex cross-functional projects in a matrixed or non-profit environment Proficiency in managing technical teams and third-party vendors Strong stakeholder management experience Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in business administration or related field Strong working knowledge of CRM, ERP, and project management software Experience working in enterprise IT environments PMP certification or willingness to obtain Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage with senior stakeholders Candidate must be local or willing to relocate to the DMV area. Relocation assistance is not provided.  Candidate must be willing to work onsite.

About The Kennedy Center “I am certain that after the dust of centuries has passed over our cities, we, too, will be remembered not for victories or defeats in battle or in politics, but for our contribution to the human spirit.” – President John F. Kennedy The Kennedy Center is the nation’s cultural center and living memorial to President John F. Kennedy. Located on the banks of the Potomac River in Washington, D.C., the Center presents performances across all genres, and is also home to artistic affiliates Washington National Opera and National Symphony Orchestra.  At the Kennedy Center, we strive to foster belonging and empowerment at work. We are able to advance our mission because of our committed and passionate employees. We are fortunate to be able to leverage their diverse perspectives, life experiences and skills to inform how our workplace can be a safe, transparent, and replenishing community. The Kennedy Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law.  Mission Statement: As America's performing arts center, and a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy, we are a leader for the arts across the United States and around the world, connecting the greatest living artists with audiences of every stripe, no matter their background. We welcome all Americans and creators and visitors from across the globe to discover, experience, learn about, be inspired by, and engage with the arts. Why Join Us We offer a total rewards package to all full-time employees to include:  Staff offers for discount tickets Retirement plan with organization matching (after 1 year of employment) Qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Commuter programs including pre-tax options for discounted parking and SmartBenefits (WMATA) Annual Leave, Sick Leave, and Personal Days available immediately upon hire 11 paid holidays per year  Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with FSA and HSA options, and paid FMLA We like to have fun! Check out the  Kennedy Center National Dance Day 2024  staff video! Pay Details The Kennedy Center strives to design equitable compensation programs. The projected salary range for this position is $80,000 - $105,000, commensurate with experience, and includes a comprehensive benefits package. This is the targeted range of possible compensation for this role at the time of posting. This range may be modified in the future. Base pay within the range is ultimately determined by a candidate’s skills, expertise, and experience as it relates to the position qualifications and responsibilities. Job Description   The Business Systems Analyst will join the Information Technology Department at the Kennedy Center, reporting to the Sr Director, Data & Systems. The Kennedy Center Information Technology (IT) Department maintains a variety of applications, systems, and tools, serving staff, performers, patrons, that enable the Center to accomplish its mission. This is a small and collaborative team, willing to support and share knowledge. The IT Department supports hardware and software, on-premise and SaaS business tools, fulfills reporting and data analysis requests via a data warehouse and a variety of custom reporting platforms, and offers web and custom tool development as needed. No day in this position will look like the last. It is a challenging, rewarding, and fast-paced environment and this role has the opportunity to grow in different directions, whether that be technically, with the array of systems we support; strategically, as a project manager; or analytically, in working with users and our Business Intelligence team to help the Kennedy Center make data driven decisions. As we implement a series of exciting and strategic initiatives to better utilize technology and data to provide superior customer experience, we are looking for a technically astute, service oriented new team member who enjoys making changes happen. The principal purpose of the Systems Analyst is to support the use of business applications across the Kennedy Center Finance, Payroll, Human Resources, Marketing, and Development teams. A willingness to learn new systems, analytic savvy to identify inefficiencies, creativity and initiative to recommend new processes, and commitment to integrate a systematic and data-driven approach to decision-making is a must. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated and curious, have excellent written and verbal communication skills, and possess the ability to juggle multiple projects at one time, including proactively supporting a service desk queue.  The Kennedy Center is undergoing multiple digital transformation efforts on various systems and this role will be involved in the adoption and ongoing support of these new systems.  Within the next 6 months we will be launching a new ERP (Finance) system, Sage Intacct and a new HRIS system, UKG.  This unique timing is an exciting opportunity to deeply understand how our systems are implemented to facilitate business practices and play an advisory role where appropriate.   Key Responsibilities Work closely with Finance/Payroll/HR/CRM users to support monthly/biweekly/weekly needs, translate business needs into technical requirements and processes, and configure/customize the system accordingly. Coordinate regular user meetings and support organization and prioritization of projects on the system roadmap. Assist in development of new features and functionality within systems. Identify, lead and/or participate in projects to maintain best functionality and current versions of business systems. Examples include: work with HR and Payroll to setup, test, and implement employee leave plan; create testing plan and lead testing efforts for version update; support Lawson system patching; identify and propose approach to data hygiene; write SQL code for overnight job to identify bad data states. Pro-actively and professionally manage a Jira Support queue, maintaining standard service level agreements and positive relationships with users of all technical levels. Develop training materials to address user needs and deliver in-person trainings as necessary. Provide support for other systems and solution, including ArtsVision, SurveyMonkey/SM Apply, CRM), and Jira/Confluence. On-call responsibilities on a rotating basis (monthly, approximately). Create and maintain detailed technical documentation for IT. Staff. Follow IT processes for submitting Project Proposals, conducting Root Cause Analyses after outages, planning/running monthly sprints, and engaging in Change Management process. Other duties as assigned. Key Qualifications This job is highly technical in nature and requires a strong understanding of databases and experience using and/or supporting applications that are both older client-server technology as well as newer SaaS solutions. Experience with ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), finance, and CRM (Customer Relationship Management) systems is strongly desired.  Experience with supporting or designing interfaces between systems (SQL jobs, SSIS packages, stored procedures, Windows Powershell tasks) would be helpful.  Strong SQL skills are required and experience with or an interest in data analytics and reporting using Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services and/or other data visualization tools (QuickSight, Tableau) would be helpful. The ideal candidate would likely have 3-5 years of professional experience in a Systems Analyst / Business Analyst / Support Analyst role. Candidate must be local or willing to relocate to the DMV area. Relocation assistance is not provided.  Candidate must be willing to work onsite.  Additional Information The noise level in the work environment is moderate, with shared office space (cubicles) and sometimes the noise of performers rehearsing can be heard around the building. Travel up to 5% may be required.

About The Kennedy Center “I am certain that after the dust of centuries has passed over our cities, we, too, will be remembered not for victories or defeats in battle or in politics, but for our contribution to the human spirit.” – President John F. Kennedy The Kennedy Center is the nation’s cultural center and living memorial to President John F. Kennedy. Located on the banks of the Potomac River in Washington, D.C., the Center presents performances across all genres, and is also home to artistic affiliates Washington National Opera and National Symphony Orchestra.  At the Kennedy Center, we strive to foster belonging and empowerment at work. We are able to advance our mission because of our committed and passionate employees. We are fortunate to be able to leverage their diverse perspectives, life experiences and skills to inform how our workplace can be a safe, transparent, and replenishing community. The Kennedy Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law.  Mission Statement:  As the nation's performing arts center, and a living memorial to President John F. Kennedy, we are a leader for the arts across America and around the world, reaching and connecting with artists, inspiring and educating communities. We welcome all to create, experience, learn about, and engage with the arts.  Why Join Us We offer a total rewards package to all full-time employees to include:  Staff offers for discount tickets Retirement plan with organization matching (after 1 year of employment) Qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Commuter programs including pre-tax options for discounted parking and SmartBenefits (WMATA) Annual Leave, Sick Leave, and Personal Days available immediately upon hire 11 paid holidays per year  Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with FSA and HSA options, and paid FMLA We like to have fun! Check out the  Kennedy Center National Dance Day 2024  staff video! Pay Details The Kennedy Center strives to design equitable compensation programs. The projected salary range for this position is $104,600 - $125,000, commensurate with experience, and includes a comprehensive benefits package. This is the targeted range of possible compensation for this role at the time of posting. This range may be modified in the future. Base pay within the range is ultimately determined by a candidate’s skills, expertise, and experience as it relates to the position qualifications and responsibilities. Job Description The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts strives to deliver efficient and effective technology solutions across a wide range of disciplines and departments. Our success is largely dependent on the stellar ability of the Human Resources and Information Technology teams. We’re currently searching for an experienced Senior Project Manager, HR to join our team.  The ideal candidate should also have experience implementing and project managing HRIS systems (UKG is preferred) and proven ability to strategize and implement high-level program and project initiatives. The Senior Project Manager, HR must have a strong talent for project coordination and delegation and remain at the forefront of industry trends and practices. The Senior Project Manager, HR will be able to motivate and lead teams of diverse individuals with a variety of experience levels and skill sets and ultimately nurture program success from inception to completion to system ownership.  The position is responsible for engaging with and managing stakeholders across the enterprise to gain a strong understanding of the Kennedy Center’s HRIS business needs in partnership with IT and how software and technology can enable and improve Kennedy Center operations to deliver high quality HRIS solutions. This position requires hands-on experience in all aspects of HRIS program management. The Senior Project Manager, HR must be proficient in building and leading HR organizational applications and systems such as Payroll, Workforce Management, Recruiting, Onboarding, Compensation, Performance Management, and Document Management. The Senior Project Manager, HR will also be expected to:  Strategize, implement, and maintain program initiatives that adhere to KC organizational objectives Develop program assessment protocols for evaluation and improvement Maintain organizational standards of satisfaction, quality, and performance Collaborate with teams to define & enforce data hygiene practices  Key Responsibilities The Senior Project Manager, HR will be responsible for overseeing and managing the day-to-day operations of the Kennedy Center’s Human Resource Information System (HRIS) powered by the UKG platform, ensuring smooth data management, system updates, user access control, and overall system functionality across all HR functions within the organization; essentially acting as the primary administrator for the UKG HR system.   System Implementation and Upgrades - Overseeing the implementation of new UKG features, updates, and system upgrades, ensuring seamless transition and training for users  System Administration - Managing user access, security settings, data integrity, and system configurations within the UKG HRIS platform  Data Management - Maintaining accurate employee data, including personal details, employment history, performance reviews, benefits selections, and time and attendance records  Reporting and Analytics - Generating reports and dashboards to analyze workforce trends, identify insights, and inform strategic HR decisions  Troubleshooting - Identifying and resolving system issues, data discrepancies, and user errors within the UKG HRIS  User Training - Providing training and support to HR staff on how to effectively utilize the UKG HRIS system features and functionalities  Compliance Management - Ensuring the UKG HRIS system adheres to relevant labor laws and regulations regarding data privacy and security  Key Qualifications Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) preferably in a HR business-related field. At least 5-10years of experience in HRIS management. 3+ years’ experience with project management and delivery. Experience working within a highly complex organization as a HRIS manager and enterprise IT environments. Project Management experience preferred  Outstanding knowledge of change management principles  Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present data and systems management information to a non-technical audience  Strong organizational and multitasking skills  Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills  Detail-oriented and able to perform in a high-pressure environment  Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills  Proficiency in Microsoft Office  Candidate must be local or willing to relocate to the DMV area. Relocation assistance is not provided.   Candidate must be willing to work onsite. 

Our  Fortune 200 Company  client is seeking to  DIRECTLY HIRE  a talented   Senior Application Solutions (Messaging) Architect. CANDIDATE SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS:   (Please carefully read before applying)   You must apply with a SINGLE merged document that includes BOTH  your detailed responses to the Hiring Manager's  pre-screening questions  (shown BELOW) and your current resume content . You must presently be  permanently  authorized (i.e., U.S. citizen or permanent resident cardholder) to work in the U.S. WITHOUT requiring any current or future sponsorship. You must currently reside or self-relocate to be within commutable distance to  Atlanta, GA  or  Chicago, IL or  Birmingham, AL . You must be reasonably qualified and comply with ALL of the above requirements to receive consideration for an interview referral to the Hiring Manager for this role. JOB SUMMARY:     This  role will be responsible for designing, managing, and optimizing the company's messaging and conferencing environment. This includes Microsoft Exchange, Exchange Online, Proofpoint, as well as Teams Conference Rooms. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in messaging infrastructure and security, ensuring seamless, secure, and efficient communication across the organization.  JOB REQUIREMENTS  Education / Experience: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field. Equivalent experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.  Minimum of 5 years of work experience designing, implementing, and supporting Exchange hybrid environments Minimum of 2 years of experience in deploying and managing Proofpoint  Minimum of 2 years of experience managing mail clients in an enterprise environment.  Previous experience in administering Microsoft Teams Conference rooms is highly desired Knowledge of a wide array of Microsoft 365 Services and Azure configurations highly desired PowerShell scripting or other script language experience highly desired   Competencies, Knowledge, Skills Architecture, design, and management best practices of Exchange Server/Exchange Online Capacity planning and disaster recovery in a hybrid Exchange environment. Mail security best practices including anti-spam, anti-malware, bulk, SPF, DMARC, DKIM  Messaging compliance requirements including Legal Holds, E-discovery, Retention Policies, and Mailbox Archiving Powershell/Graph Scripting desired The ability to collaborate and influence peer architects and engineers  General knowledge of data networking, computer system security, and other infrastructure components   MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES  Design and lead the technical direction, implementation, monitoring, and maintenance of the enterprise messaging and conferencing environment, including security policies and standards. Ensure the messaging environment adheres to enterprise compliance requirements  Serve as a subject matter expert for Messaging and Conferencing Develop a roadmap for messaging and conferencing environments, working with peer architects to ensure a unified plan. Train and mentor IT staff on messaging and conferencing technologies. Create and maintain documentation of systems, configurations, and procedures. Establish guidance for the configuration of mail clients to enhance user experience. Although not always required, the individual should be ready to offer guidance on critical support issues and assist with diagnosing and resolving complex problems. Identify opportunities for enhancing messaging systems, processes, and workflows.  Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies to recommend improvements and innovations. Present ongoing initiatives and project updates to leadership, highlighting achievements, challenges, and future plans. Occasional travel for internal meetings and vendor conferences __________________________________________________________________ HIRING MANAGER'S PRE-SCREENING QUESTIONS (Responses Required for Interview Consideration):    Please answer  ALL  of the questions BELOW as accurately as possible.  If you're determined to be reasonably qualified, you will be submitted to our client for a potential interview and direct hiring consideration for this great opportunity. 1) Briefly summarize your experience with the following technologies including Microsoft Exchange, Exchange Online, Proofpoint, and Microsoft Teams Rooms? 2) What characteristics do you think would make you successful in this role? 3) What are your expectations of an architect position? 4) We provide a competitive compensation package to include a base salary, incentive pay (bonus), and comprehensive benefits which include a pension plan and matching 401(k) plan. Specifically, what are your base salary requirements? (Do not state negotiable or N/A) 5) Are you a US Citizen or current Green Card Holder? __________________________________________________________________ How To Apply: 1) Please create and apply with a   SINGLE   (Word or PDF)  merged  document. A single merged document is required for submission to the Hiring Manager for interview consideration.,  2) At the TOP of your document, copy and paste each pre-screening question and include your responses to the  pre-screening   questions . You must fully and accurately respond to ALL of the pre-screening questions. 3) Include your standard resume content below your responses to the screening questions. Your resume must clearly show your personal email address and direct phone number. 4) Click on the  APPLY  button or email  support@mpndiversityrecruiters.com  to send BOTH your responses to the  prescreening questions  and your  resume  to MPN Diversity Recruiters. Document Creation Tips: The easiest way to create the required SINGLE document correctly is to open your existing resume file, insert a blank page at the top, copy and paste the screening questions from above into your document, add your responses to each question, and then save and email or upload the file. Call 404-629-9323 if you have any questions.