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Got this in the e-mail today. Maybe somebody out there is interested.

Personal PAC
Job Description
Executive Assistant

A bipartisan political action committee focused on electing pro-choice
candidates to local and statewide office in Illinois, seeks full-time
Executive Assistant to manage the operations of its east loop office. If
you are pro-choice and are interested in being part of a fast-paced team
in a dynamic organization, have a good sense of humor, have significant
computer and Internet proficiency, are self-directed, are very
organized, are comfortable in a small-office environment and want to
help make a difference, email veredj@personalpac.org or fax 312-422-0122
with your resume and cover letter. Absolutely no phone calls accepted!

General Position Description:

Responsible for ensuring efficient and professional office environment
and the support of all activities with donors, politicians, candidates,
board members, associates, vendors and information sources. Help ensure
the timely and successful development and completion of all projects and
candidate services. Facilitate the President’s ability to function
efficiently and meet the day-to-day and ongoing needs and concerns of
existing and prospective projects.

Responsibilities:
* Support the President in all activities including, but not
limited to, Personal PAC’s candidate recruitment, media and government
relations, direct mail program, election activities, legislative agenda,
major-gift solicitation and fundraising.
* Support all aspects of special-event planning and execution
including, but not limited to, invitations, gift entry, volunteer
recruitment, and day-of support.
* Support all Board of Directors activities including, but not
limited to, taking minutes at all Board and Committee meetings,
scheduling meetings, tracking attendance, and updating the Board on all
important developments.
* File all necessary reports with the State Board of Elections to
ensure compliance with all state campaign finance laws.
* General bookkeeping, including payroll and bill payment.
Produce and maintain financial reports, records and files.
* Ensure that computer file/database and hard files are organized,
up to date and contain all relevant information.
* Provide assistance in the writing, editing and dissemination of
proposals, correspondence and other materials.
* Provide administrative support inclusive, but not limited to,
handling all correspondence, and coordinating, scheduling and confirming
appointments and meetings.
* Help in the ongoing development and management of all research
and information systems.
* Support all activities with donors, candidates, politicians and
associates.
* Handle other duties as requested by the President.

Other Details:
o Previous experience in office management preferred
o Target start date June 15 - July 1, 2005
o Salary range $35,000/year negotiable and commensurate with
experience
o Health and Dental insurance included

posted by Rich Miller
Friday, Mar 18, 05 @ 6:05 pm

Comments

If it was a Pro Life PAC would you have posted the ad?

Comment by Anonymous Friday, Mar 18, 05 @ 11:56 pm
Sure. Send ‘em. I should have made this one shorter, though.

Comment by Rich Miller Saturday, Mar 19, 05 @ 2:20 am
Is it true that Dan Proft is applying?

Comment by Anonymous Sunday, Mar 20, 05 @ 5:31 pm
Paul Caprio may apply
Not Proft

Comment by Anonymous Sunday, Mar 20, 05 @ 7:26 pm
Maybe Alan Keyes should apply…I hear he’s looking for a new gig…and this one’s got insurance benefits to boot!

Comment by Anonymous Monday, Mar 21, 05 @ 6:47 pm