From a headhunter, in case anyone is looking in these areas.
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>A selection of Job Opportunities in Public Relations, Corporate
>Communications, Marketing Communications, and Investor Relations, prepared by
>Judith Cushman & Associates follows. If you are interested in more details,
>see brief descriptions on our Web Site at www.jc-a.com.
>
>Current Clients
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>CLIENT #1577  Silicon Valley - Corporate High Tech, (2) posts - (1) Senior
>Director to focus on corporate image & (1) Senior PR Manager, Data Warehousing
>(see Up and Coming)
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>CLIENT #1565 Healthcare Corporation, Dallas - (3) positions - (2) Managers of
>Operational Communications and (1) Manager of Media Relations
>
>CLIENT #1510 New Jersey telecommunications spin-off -  (1) Public Relations
>Manager with semiconductor experience, either New Jersey or possibly N.
>California, and (1) Public Relations Manager in the East Bay, SFO area.
>
>CLIENT #1555 (2) Marketing Communications Managers for a Northern California
>industrial/business-to-business diversified billion $$ company (see Up and
>Coming)
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>CLIENT #1556 (1) Director, Public Affairs for an Arkansas Natural Resources
>company with potential new responsibilities as company plans to expand and
>reorganize
>
>CLIENT #1554 Seattle area - (1) PR Associate/Media Relations for superb retail
>company  (and a PR Coordinator - see TRC)
>
>CLIENT #1564 New Jersey - (1) Marketing Communications Director for a
>semiconductor/telecommunications spin-off.  First Director to be hired.  (Re-
>opened position)
>
>CLIENT #1528 Silicon Valley - Fast track business to business high tech firm.
>(2) Account Supervisors and (2) Account Executives
>
>CLIENT #1572  Midwest (Upper) - World class healthcare institution, (1) Team
>Leader/Employee Communications (Manager, Internal Communications) and (1)
>Employee Communications Associate (re-opened)
>
>
>The Recruiting Connection (TRC)
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>CLIENT #1558  Bay area high tech PR Agency
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>CLIENT #1554  Public Relations Coordinator - Seattle area corporate post
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>CLIENT #1557  Public Relations Associate(s) for a high tech agency--  SFO area
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>CLIENT #1569  Investor Relations Associate -- Seattle
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>CLIENT #1561  Public Relations Specialists - Boston area (Corporate position)
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>Up and Coming
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>CLIENT #1553 Account Manager(s) - High tech, (southern) Silicon Valley
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>CLIENT #1577 Senior PR Manager, Data Warehousing
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>Clients On Hold
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>CLIENT #1563  Northern Bay Area - (1) Corporate Communications
>Consultant/Executive Communications for a Financial services corporation
>
>
>Out-of-the-Box Opportunities
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>CLIENT #1528 - (1) CFO position - Northern California
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>CLIENT #1559 - (1) Manager, Channel Marketing -- Seattle
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>CLIENT #1569 - Financial Analyst & CFO Support Staff - Seattle
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>
>Current Clients
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>CLIENT #1577
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>(2) Senior PR Directors, (1) active, (1) on hold
>
>Our client is the world's largest vendor of database software and information
>management services. The company employs a staff of more than 17,000 software
>professionals who provide clients consulting, education and support services
>in 93 countries around the world.
>
>As part of major reorganization of the marketing function, the PR area has
>been centralized and expanded to meet global communications needs. In this
>major reorganization several Senior Director positions have been created
>focusing on corporate image, product categories, as well as vertical markets.
>One post remains open.  The Senior Director will be responsible for strategies
>and plans impacting business units globally. A second position focusing on
>corporate image is slated to be filled in about 3 months.  This is an exciting
>time to join the organization since budgets and expectations are high. A
>minimum of 10 years high tech experience (some corporate) in a highly complex
>organization, with a track record of achievement is required. The company
>offers top-level salaries with bonus packages as well as relocation programs.
>(See Up and Coming for Senior PR Manager, Data Warehousing.)
>
>
>CLIENT #1565
>
>Healthcare Corporation, Dallas - (3) positions - (2) Managers of Operational
>Communications and (1) Manager of Media Relations
>
>Multi-billion dollar healthcare corporation, headquartered in California, is
>filling several PR positions to support its Dallas operations center.  The
>environment is fast paced, smart and demanding.  The three positions will be
>based in Dallas, TX with community, media, crisis, editorial and Public
>Affairs responsibilities.  The Manager of Media Relations and the two Managers
>of Operational Communications require top-notch writing, media and positioning
>skills.  For the regional managers, there is frequent travel as the company
>expands its presence in communities throughout the country.  A solid mid to
>upper mid range salary is offered for all positions.  The Manager of Media
>Relations will be establishing a sophisticated in-house news service requiring
>an early start time.
>
>
>CLIENT #1510
>
>New Jersey telecommunications spin-off - (1) Public Relations Manager, New
>Jersey and (1) Public Relations Manager in San Francisco.  Highly regarded,
>Fortune 500 corporation in Northern New Jersey is adding to the Public
>Relations staff.
>
>(1) PR Manager, New Jersey  Excellent opportunity in world renowned division
>of the company is being offered for high potential, junior to upper mid-level
>performer. The company is building a management team for the future. Work
>directly with business units to develop and execute carefully crafted media
>relations programs and be ready to respond as opportunities/issues arise.
>Prior agency and/or semiconductor experience is most desirable (minimum 5+
>years).  The post may be filled by a remote hire to be situated in Northern
>California.
>
>(1) Public Relations Manager/Director, San Francisco/East Bay area   This is a
>newly created corporate media spokesperson role reporting to a senior
>communications officer.  Due to major acquisitions in the region, media
>attention on the company has increased dramatically.  The Manager/Director
>must understand complex corporate structures and relationships to be
>successful.  He/she will coordinate company responses to the media and help
>develop a pro-active corporate communications program.  A minimum of 7 years
>high tech PR experience, either on the corporate or agency side, is required.
>
>A mid to upper mid range compensation package is offered for both Public
>Relations Managers.  The company is also open to considering candidates for
>supervisory roles in the same areas with 10+ years of experience at higher
>salary levels.  A relocation plan is available if needed.
>
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>CLIENT #1555
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>(2) Marketing Communications Managers - Silicon Valley
>
>Diversified, publicly traded billion $$ manufacturing company located in
>Silicon Valley seeks two mid to upper-mid level Marketing Communications
>Managers to support major divisions of company and report to a senior marcom
>representative under the worldwide Marketing Manager.  Established in 1957,
>the company has an enviable reputation in the many product categories where it
>competes.  Managers will tackle full range of marcom duties, both domestic and
>international (including some PR) in a mature organization experiencing
>substantial growth.  Project management skills are critical to succeed.  Prior
>corporate and some agency experience is most desirable (7+ years) in a
>business to business or industrial environment.  Competitive salary and
>excellent relocation program are available.
>
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>CLIENT #1556
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>Director, Public Affairs - Arkansas (and possibly new locations out-of-state)
>
>Diversified forest products company headquartered in the Pacific Northwest
>seeks a Director, Public Affairs for Arkansas (and possible new locations out-
>of-state), to be based in southern Arkansas.  Work directly with the General
>Managers responsible for wood and paper operations to continue to build an
>excellent reputation with key audiences -- externally in the legislature, the
>community (including students and educators) and internally with employees.
>Both high level strategy and "doing" skills are required.  Director's position
>requires astute, savvy, professional communicator with 10+ years of corporate
>(or a mix of corporate and agency experience).  Excellent salary and
>relocation program (if needed) is offered. Company has just announced plans
>for a major acquisition leading to potential for expanded responsibilities.
>
>
>CLIENT #1554
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>Seattle area - (2) positions, (1)PR Associate/Media Relations and (1)PR
>Coordinator
>
>Seattle area based global consumer products organization with superb
>reputation seeks a strong, mid-level corporate or agency media relations
>professional.  Join a small, closely-knit team function as a corporate
>spokesperson, project manager, and corporate writer.  Counsel and support
>senior management.  Plan, multi-task, and direct outside agencies.  Must be a
>mature self-starter, able to work independently.  The key is excellent skills
>and "fit" with the culture.  Approximately 5-7 years corporate and/or agency
>experience is desirable.  Competitive mid-range compensation and relocation
>package (if needed) are offered.  Company is also adding a PR Coordinator (3+
>years of experience) to the team.  (New offering - see TRC listing.)
>
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>CLIENT #1564  (re-opened)
>
>New Jersey - Marketing Communications Director
>
>New Jersey based, well-funded spin-off of a telecom giant in the early stages
>of building a management team, seeks its first Marcom Manager or Director
>reporting to the VP of Marketing.  Company's proprietary chip-based technology
>has given it a secure, short-term niche in the bandwidth battle.  The Marcom
>Manager or Director will develop integrated communications plans/programs and
>execute them.  This is a "shirt-sleeve" position with a budget for outside
>resources.    The environment is focused and hard-working, with a sense of
>excitement and dedication.  This is your 'go-go" high intensity culture,
>compiled with the maturity that comes from being a Fortune 100 spin-off.
>Compensation is commensurate with experience, a minimum of 10 years is
>expected.  A relocation program is available.
>
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>CLIENT #1528
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>Silicon Valley - (2) Account Supervisors and (2) Account Executives
>
>Successful, team-oriented, smart, business to business, high tech agency at an
>exciting stage of growth is offering excellent opportunities at the AS/AE
>levels.  Located just south of San Francisco, the firm has developed a strong
>base of networking and Internet clients and offers distinctive services with a
>research focus. Its approach to pre-emptive, positioning programs are
>attracting and retaining some of the most demanding clients in the valley.
>Competitive salaries and a distinctive culture will attract agency or
>corporate high tech (with 3+ years experience at a minimum), professionals who
>thrive in an open, intellectually stimulating, vibrant culture.
>
>
>CLIENT #1572(re-opened)
>
>Midwest  - World class healthcare institution - (1) Team Leader/Employee
>Communications equivalent title: Manager, Internal Communications, and (1)
>Employee Communications Associate
>
>Our client is respected worldwide for its pioneering healthcare concepts and
>is currently growing their internal (employee communications) function.  A
>Team Leader equivalent to a Manager of Internal Communications is with
>excellent strategic and problem-solving skills in this specialty is needed.
>Prior experience (10+ years) gained in a complex organizational setting is
>most desirable. A junior version of the same opportunity is available as well.
>
>
>The Recruiting Connection (TRC)
>
>(A new web-based service to fill junior level openings)
>Please refer to TRC CLIENT #1540 when submitting resumes if no number is given
>
>We are currently seeking Account Executives/Specialists/Coordinators for a
>variety of successful, well-regarded high tech agency clients located in:
> SFO (downtown)
> Silicon Valley (just south of the airport)
> Santa Clara
> Portland
> Seattle area
> New York City
> Boston area
>
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>TRC CLIENT #1558   Bay area high tech PR Agency - Account Executives
>
>Same client as CLIENT #1553 (Up and Coming) is seeking outstanding PR
>professionals (either corporate or agency) to join a highly matrixed, down-to-
>earth, and smart team of associates.  Execute programs for premier client in
>the peripherals/hardware area.  Immediate need is in the South Bay (San Jose)
>area with opportunities in San Francisco.  Competitive salaries and relocation
>(if needed) programs are offered for talented pros with 3+ years of
>experience.
>
>
>TRC CLIENT #1554  Public Relations Coordinator - Seattle area
>
>This is a PR Coordinator opportunity with same company as CLIENT #1554 (superb
>reputation for culture and products).  Highly desirable, professional learning
>situation, generalist responsibilities.  Writing and media relations
>experience are requirements.  Minimum 3 years experience.
>
>TRC CLIENT #1557   Associate(s) --  SFO area
>
>Busy, young, small, high-tech agency just north of San Francisco seeks a solid
>mid level performer with up to five years experience (title: Associate or
>Senior Associate) and a high potential "junior" with one to three years
>experience (title: Junior Administrator/Coordinator).  For the Associate,
>responsibilities are: day-to-day client contact, developing media lists,
>reports, media contact and some travel.  Competitive salaries offered at both
>levels.  High tech experience required.
>
>
>TRC CLIENT #1569  Investor Relations Associate -- Seattle
>
>A highly successful, newly public internet consumer/retail start-up is
>expanding its IR function and adding a junior to mid-level professional to
>report to the IR Director.  Classic duties in this smart, smart, fast paced
>culture, 3+ years excellent IR credentials (at a minimum) are desired.
>
>
>TRC CLIENT #1561 - Public Relations professional
>
>Boston-area headquartered, public high tech global consulting group seeks a
>"Public Relations Professional" either a specialist or beginning manager with
>5 years of experience.  Media relations responsibilities are critical and
>include defining and communicating key corporate messages, developing public
>relations strategies and stories, maintaining relations with key press and
>analysts, placing stories, writing, and editing press materials.  The company
>is also looking for two Public Relations coordinators with 1-2 years of agency
>(high tech preferred) experience.  New England/NY and locally based candidates
>are preferred.
>
>
>Up and Coming
>
>CLIENT #1553
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>Account Manager(s) - High tech, (southern) Silicon Valley
>
>Top tier PR consulting group located in So. Silicon Valley is hiring account
>managers for prestigious Fortune 500 high tech hardware account.  Work full
>time on one client in a demanding, yet values-driven organization.  Manage
>staff and execute programs.  The culture is supportive, down-to-earth, and
>focused on building long-term relationships with employees and clients.  The
>agency has been very successful bringing corporate PR professionals as well as
>agency talent into managerial posts. Competitive package and a relocation
>program (if needed) are offered.
>
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>CLIENT #1577
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>Senior PR Manager, Data Warehousing - Northern California
>
>For same client #1577 (see Current Clients), we will be filling a Senior PR
>Manager post in the Data Warehousing area.  Top notch opportunity to be in the
>competitive fray in this volatile category.
>
>
>Clients on Hold
>
>CLIENT #1563
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>Northern Bay Area - Corporate Communications Consultant
>
>Multi-billion dollar financial services corporation in the Northern Bay area
>(San Francisco) has upgraded what was formerly a mid-level writing position to
>a Corporate Communications Consultants role.  The challenge is to work with
>senior management to develop strategies and programs that focus on interactive
>communication.  For the company, this is a time for cultural change and a need
>for increased productivity.  Prior internal corporate background in an
>organization tackling these issues is critical.  A minimum of 10 years
>experience with 5+ on the corporate side is expected.  Company will relocate
>the incumbent if needed and is offering a competitive compensation program.
>
>
>Out of the Box Opportunities
>
>Our clients have asked that we post opportunities that JC&A doesn't normally
>fill.  Responses will referred to the hiring organization with candidate
>authorization.
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>CLIENT #1528 - (1) CFO position
>
>CLIENT #1559 - This pre-IPO startup based in Seattle is seeking its first
>Channel Marketing Manager (search is reaching later stages)
>
>CLIENT #1569 - Financial Analyst and CFO Support Staff - Seattle.  Same client
>as TRC CLIENT #1569.  Join CFO's team in a highly competitive publicly held
>internet consumer/retail start-up.  Financial Analysts and others with broad
>skills are needed.
>
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>To respond to any of these positions, please send your resume to:
>
>Ms. Judith Cushman, PresidentE-mail: [log in to unmask]
>Judith Cushman & AssociatesWeb Page: www.jc-a.com
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>Issaquah, WA 98027Fax (425) 391-9190
>
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>preferences and salary requirements.
>
>JC&A will seek and consider all qualified candidates for positions without
>regard to gender, age, race, sexual orientation, creed, religion, national
>origin, disability, marital status or medical condition.
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Susan G. Barnes, APR
McCormick-Barnes Public Relations
12424 Hickory Creek Road
Knoxville, TN 37932
(423) 690-9061 (voice)
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