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Research Associate


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Necessary Skills:

  • Strong computer skills, particularly with Microsoft Office;
  • Strong analytical skills;
  • Strong data skills including identification of data sources and experience working with a variety of inputs;
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills;
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits:

  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
 
Pay: $46,000/year
 
Other: While the position is remote, the candidate must be an Ohio resident for income tax purposes.  

This is a full-time remote position. 

The research has an undertone of technology related activities that support highly regulated activities in the critical infrastructure sectors. More specifically, the Financial Services and Transportation sectors.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Participate in multiple projects, of varying difficulty and topic areas within highly regulated industries;
  • Conduct applied research tasks which include, but are not limited to: literature reviews, data collection, and analysis using common analytical models;
  • Detail findings and analyses in written, client-facing reports;
  • Work with the President to achieve the highest level of client communications, meet project milestones, problem-solve, and adapt approaches as necessary to meet project goals;
  • Collaborate with other full-time teammates, external consultants and subject matter experts;
  • Provide regular updates to the President, seek solutions to challenges, improve efficiencies, and maintain effective client relations;
  • Other duties as necessary.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree is preferred but not required.

Ideal Qualifications: Experience conducting research in a professional environment or research-based consulting work. Strong writing and quantitative analysis skills. Ability to design and conduct interviews of executive-level professionals.

Office Administrator


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Necessary Skills:

  • Organizational Skills: Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks effectively.
  • Financial Acumen: Proficient in handling financial transactions, budgeting, and expense management.
  • Payroll Expertise: Experience in processing payroll, understanding tax regulations, and compliance.
  • HR Administration: Familiarity with human resources processes, including onboarding, benefits administration, and employee records management.
  • Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective remote collaboration.
  • Technology Proficiency: Comfortable using various office software and tools for remote communication, document management, and data analysis.
  • Problem-Solving: Quick decision-making and creative problem-solving skills.

Benefits:

  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
 
Pay: $45,000/year
 
Other: While the position is remote, the candidate must be an Ohio resident for income tax purposes.  

This is a full-time remote position. 

As a Remote Office Administrator, you will be responsible for efficiently managing various administrative tasks related to finance, payroll, human resources, and general office operations. Your role will play a crucial part in ensuring the smooth functioning of our remote work environment.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Financial Management:

    • Handle financial transactions, invoicing, and budget tracking.
    • Collaborate with the finance team to streamline financial processes.
  • Payroll Processing:

    • Process payroll accurately and on time, ensuring compliance with tax regulations.
    • Address payroll inquiries and resolve issues promptly.
  • HR Administration:

    • Assist in the onboarding process for new hires.
    • Manage employee records and ensure data accuracy.
    • Support benefits administration and address employee queries.
  • General Office Operations:

    • Coordinate virtual meetings, events, and training sessions.
    • Address day-to-day administrative needs to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Documentation and Reporting:

    • Create and maintain documentation for office procedures and policies.
    • Generate reports related to finance, payroll, and HR as needed.
  • Problem-Solving:

    • Propose and implement process improvements for increased efficiency.
    • Act as a point of contact for issue resolution within the administrative domain.
    • Collaborate with IT support for technical issues related to remote work tools.

Minimum Qualifications: Proven experience as an Office Administrator, Administrative Assistant, or similar role.

Ideal Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
  • Previous experience in a fully remote or virtual office environment.
  • Certification in HR or Finance.

Event Manager


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Necessary Skills:

  • Event planning and project management;
  • Ability to communicate an inspiring vision;
  • Leadership/influencing/negotiation and decision-making skills;
  • Motivated, self-starter, ability to work independently and project plan; ability to think innovatively;
  • Strong computer skills, particularly with Microsoft Office;
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills; and,
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits:

  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
 
Pay: $43,000/year. 
 
Other: While the position is remote, the candidate must be an Ohio resident for income tax purposes.  

This is a full-time remote position. 

This role requires planning for in-person, virtual and hybrid events with multiple partners. Each event is unique in its size, audience and budget. This person must be highly creative in their approach.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Own the full life-cycle for all events, from planning, strategy and execution according to requirements, target audience and objectives;
  • Demonstrate leadership, strong project management and consultation skills when conducting business with Clients and vendors;
  • Meet on a regular basis with members of the project team to discuss project progress, challenges, and solutions;
  • Prepare run of show, budgets and ensure adherence;
  • Oversee the selection and training of qualified event staff, assigning clear roles and responsibilities, providing effective supervision, and managing performance to ensure efficient operations; and,
  • Troubleshoot all activation elements.

Minimum Qualifications: 2+ years experience as an event planner, event manager, or project manager with a track record of planning and running large-scale events.

Ideal Qualifications: Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple high visibility projects simultaneously; proven ability to work well under pressure.

Exercise Planner


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Position Summary: At the Port Authority’s direction, The SME will provide scheduling, support, planning, preparation, and logistics to support Port Authority NY & NJ Office of Emergency Management program initiatives. 

Necessary Skills:

  • Detail oriented,
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills,
  • Excellent interpersonal skills,
  • Excellent organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlines,
  • Proficient in MS Office software applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel),
  • Demonstrated problem-solving skills; and,
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits:

  • None. Independent Contractor.
 
Pay: $75.00/hr for first six-month probation period; $92.67/hr following probation period.
 

Ideal Qualifications: 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Emergency Management or related field from an accredited college or university
  • 6 years emergency management experience (i.e. Emergency Management Coordinator, Emergency Management Specialist, Emergency Operations Coordinator, Emergency Preparedness Coordinator, etc…)
  • 3 years of emergency management training and exercise experience
  • Certified Emergency Manager (CEM)
  • Master Exercise Practitioner (MEP)

Other:

  • This position is security-sensitive
  • This position requires up to 25% travel

Job Location: Port Authority Technical Center (PATC), Port Authority (PA) Office of Emergency Management (OEM), 241 Erie St., Jersey City, NJ 07310

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Providing input, guidance, and direction for the development and documentation of various Port Authority program initiatives.
  • Develop, and deliver if directed by PANYNJ OEM, exercises following the Homeland Security and Exercise Evaluation Program (HSEEP) to include but not limited to the following:
    • Develop, and conduct if directed by PANYNJ OEM, the following meetings:
      • Concept and Objectives Meetings
      • Initial Planning Meetings
      • Midterm Planning Meetings
      • Final Planning Meetings
      • Exercise and Training Support/Logistics Meetings
    • Plan, and deliver if directed by PANYNJ OEM, discussion-based and operations-based exercises, such as Workshops (WKSP), Tabletop Exercises (TTX), Functional Exercises (FE), and Drills.
    • Develop a Full-Scale Exercise (FSE) Exercise Plan (ExPlan) and all annexes.
    • Provide FSE Logistical Support (this includes coordinating volunteer patients and organizing all other logistics necessary to deliver the FSEs).
    • Develop FSE Controller/Evaluator Plan (C/E Plan).
    • If directed by PANYNJ OEM, deliver FSEs.
    • Provide FSE After Action Reports (AAR) and Improvement Plan (IP) reviews.
  • Provide Incident Management / Initial Response Training (IM/IRT) Course Support.
  • Provide Critical Incident Response and Recovery Course (CIRR) Course Support.
  • Provide staffing and support to planned and no-notice Emergency Operations Center (EOC) activations as directed by PANYNJ OEM.
  • Provide other mutual agreed upon duties.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
  • 3 years emergency management experience (i.e. Emergency Management Coordinator, Emergency Management Specialist, Emergency Operations Coordinator, Emergency Preparedness Coordinator, etc…). A combination of emergency management experience and public safety operations may be substituted at the discretion of the client.
  • Administrative, clerical and communication skills to lead and facilitate the interactions of working group(s).
  • Homeland Security and Exercise Evaluation Program (HSEEP) experience.

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