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The Urban League of Greater Kansas City presents

The 2008 Career Bazaar/Hiring Fair
and Equalizer Awards Day Luncheon

March 26, 2008
Hyatt Regency Crown Center
2345 McGee in Kansas City, Missouri

Job seekers attend FREE, pre-registration is preferred

www.ulkc.org


HGE Jobs Opportunities

JOBS

Information Session on CDL A truck driver training that prepares individuals to get their license to gain access to the transportation industry.

Which one of the fastest growing industries even in our times of a pending recession. If you know of anyone who may be interested, please let them know that the next info session is schedule for:

Wednesday, May 7
Noon - 1 pm or 6:30-7:30 pm
Metropolitan Community College - Blue River
Public Safety building room 110
20301 East 78 Highway
Independence, MO 64057

Please call 816.220.6590 for more information. Thank you in advance for your time and attention.

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Buyer 1 or 2 or 3 (108423)
Kansas City Power & Light Company (KCP&L), a wholly owned subsidiary of Great Plains Energy Incorporated, is a leading regulated provider of energy-related products and services for homes, businesses, industries, and municipalities in the Kansas City metropolitan area.

Minimum Requirements:
This position requires a bachelor's degree. A degree in business, purchasing, or supply chain management is preferred. Buyer 2 requires three years of experience. Buyer 3 requires five years experience. Experience should be in purchasing or a related field that provides the opportunity to demonstrate skills in cost analysis, project management, verbal and written communications, and leadership.

Special Requirements:
Knowledge of purchasing, strategic sourcing, and supply chain management. Willingness and ability to perform special projects in addition to purchasing and supply chain operational duties. Strong skills in verbal and written communications, leadership, interpersonal relationships project management, cost analysis, business case preparation, and use of analytical I/T tools such as query tools, spreadsheets, and desktop databases.

Position Responsibilities:
Manage and deliver a portfolio of process and systems improvements projects. Document end-to-end purchasing procedures. Implement improved systems for managing contract, suppliers, spend, and the purchasing process. Over time, perform operational and strategic purchasing duties to build cross-functional, first-hand knowledge of department functions.


We offer a competitive salary and full range of company-paid benefits under our "Flexible Benefits" program, wherein you annually tailor your benefits package to your needs. In order to be considered for this position, you must complete an online application and submit your resume in the designated application field at www.kcpl.com.

APPLY ONLINE FOR JOB: 108423
Please email us detailing any problems you may encounter with the online application form. Applications and resumes sent through this email address will not be accepted.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND COMMITTED TO WORKFORCE DIVERSITY
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Posting Date: January 7, 2008

Company/Location: Ameristar Casino Kansas City

Job Title: Cage Shift Manager

Job Description:

§ Full time position available in the Cage Department.

Qualifications:

§ Must be 21 years of age.

Contact: Apply online at www.ameristar.com/careers or via phone at 1-888-762-7111.

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Posting Date: January 7, 2008

Company/Location: Ameristar Casino Kansas City

Job Title: Assistant Count Room Manager

Job Description:

§ Full time trainable position in the Count Department.

Qualifications:

§ Must be 21 years of age.

Contact: Apply online at www.ameristar.com/careers or via phone at 1-888-762-7111.

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Posting Date: January 7, 2008

Company/Location: Ameristar Casino Kansas City

Job Title: Casual Stage Technician / OC

Salary: $13.05/hour

Job Description:

§ Trainable position in the Entertainment Department.

Contact: Apply online at www.ameristar.com/careers or via phone at 1-888-762-7111.

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Posting Date: January 7, 2008

Company/Location: Ameristar Casino Kansas City

Job Title: EVS Attendant Job Coach

Salary: $9.00/hour

Job Description:

§ Full time position available in the EVS Department.

Contact: Apply online at www.ameristar.com/careers or via phone at 1-888-762-7111.

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Posting Date: January 7, 2008

Company/Location: Ameristar Casino Kansas City

Job Title: Bellman

Salary: $6.00/hour plus tips

Job Description:

§ Full time trainable positions available in the Hotel Department.

Contact: Apply online at www.ameristar.com/careers or via phone at 1-888-762-7111.

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Posting Date: January 7, 2008

Company/Location: Ameristar Casino Kansas City

Job Title: Houseperson

Salary: $8.00/hour

Job Description:

§ Full time trainable position available in the Housekeeping Department.

Contact: Apply online at www.ameristar.com/careers or via phone at 1-888-762-7111.

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Posting Date: January 7, 2008

Company/Location: Ameristar Casino Kansas City

Job Title: Casino Host

Job Description:

§ Full time position in the Player Development Department.

Qualifications:

§ Must be 21 years of age.

Contact: Apply online at www.ameristar.com/careers or via phone at 1-888-762-7111.

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Posting Date: January 7, 2008

Company/Location: Ameristar Casino Kansas City

Job Title: Security Shift Supervisor

Job Description:

§ Full time position in the Security Department.

Qualifications:

§ Must be 21 years of age.

Contact: Apply online at www.ameristar.com/careers or via phone at 1-888-762-7111.

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Posting Date: January 7, 2008

Company/Location: Ameristar Casino Kansas City

Job Title: Slot Technician

Job Description:

§ Full time position in the Slots Department.

Qualifications:

§ Must be 21 years of age.

Contact: Apply online at www.ameristar.com/careers or via phone at 1-888-762-7111.

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Posting Date: January 7, 2008

Company/Location: Ameristar Casino Kansas City

Job Title: Surveillance Observer

Job Description:

§ Full time trainable position in the Surveillance Department.

Qualifications:

§ Must be 21 years of age.

Contact: Apply online at www.ameristar.com/careers or via phone at 1-888-762-7111.

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Posting Date: January 7, 2008

Company: Argosy Casino Hotel & Spa

Job Title: Buffet Busser

Salary: $7.00/hr + tips

Job Description:

§ Responsible for providing quality service to all guests to ensure a clean and safe dining experience in a timely and professional manner.

§ Prepare tables for guests including removal any dirty dishes, cleaning tables, changing tablecloths or linens, resetting with plates, stemware, glasses, silverware, and napkins.

§ Remove trash and dirty linens from work area and deliver to appropriate areas.

Qualifications:

§ High school diploma or GED or a minimum of three months related experience.

Contact: Apply online at www.pngaming.com

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Company: Argosy Casino Hotel & Spa

Job Title: Cage Cashier

Salary: $10.00/hr

Job Description:

§ Assist guests in an efficient and friendly manner.

§ Cash checks and chips, and sell and redeem tokens.

§ Responsible for balancing cash drawers and exchanging chips for cash to keep drawer stocked throughout shift.

§ Responsible for completing all necessary paperwork; balance sheets, buy sheets, and multiple logs.

Qualifications:

§ High school diploma or GED required.

§ Must have solid work history and one to three months related experience.

§ Previous banking and cash handling experience is a plus.

§ Must be open to working all shifts to include; nights, weekends, and holidays.

Contact: Apply online at www.pngaming.com

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Company: Argosy Casino Hotel & Spa

Job Title: Beverage Server

Salary: $4.50/hr + tips

Job Description:

§ Take orders and serve beverages to customers, clean and maintain station by trading out ashtrays, removing trash, wiping tables, removing empty glasses and pushing in chairs to ensure a pleasant atmosphere while providing stellar customer service.

§ Operate cash register by taking money and making change.

Qualifications:

§ High school diploma or GED; or three months related serving experience.

§ Must be at least 21 years of age.

Contact: Apply online at www.pngaming.com

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Company: Argosy Casino Hotel & Spa

Job Title: Surveillance Specialist

Salary: $11.25/hr

Job Description:

§ Observe all casino operations via surveillance camera: watch all cash counting in soft/hard count, and all cash transactions in cages and on gaming tables; evaluate dealer and floorperson procedures; observe players in casino; tape any cheating infractions.

§ Review tapes on gaming in cases of player/dealer disputes.

Qualifications:

§ High school diploma or GED

§ One year related experience

§ Must be willing to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays.

Contact: Apply online at www.pngaming.com

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Posting Date: January 7, 2008

Company: City of Independence, Missouri

Job Title: Public Works Director

Salary: $7,300-$11,982/month

Job Description:

§ Responsible for the leadership, management and administrative operations of the Public Works Department.

§ Provides supervision in overall operations including interviewing, hiring, discipline, training, planning, assigning and directing work.

§ Responsible for monitoring department policies and standards and establishing regular communication with the staff concerning long and short term organizational goals, strategies and progress of the department.

§ Ensures efficient organization and completion of work, while maintaining sound organizational practices, controlling costs and directing the departmental operations to assure optimum services to the community.

§ Responsible for preparation of resolutions, ordinances and reports for Council legislative action and attending City Council and other meetings.

§ Oversees the approval of Public Works contracts, plans and specifications, providing the professional engineering seal on plans.

§ Will represent the City in contacts with other governmental jurisdictions, contractors and the general public on engineering matters.

§ Administers inter-municipal agreements.

§ Responsible for overseeing the need for utilization of consultant services, guiding the request for proposals, monitoring of contracts, and evaluation of recommendations made by consulting groups.

§ Coordinates program with other regional and state agencies, professional and regulatory bodies to ensure the City's activities are in compliance with current law.

§ Ensures that citizen requests and/or issues relating to departmental activities are investigated and resolved.

§ Responsible for representing the City at various civic, business functions which include, but not limited to developers, officials, citizens and representatives of the press.

§ Will perform special assignments as requested, to include research, developing and implementing programs and presenting technical data to management, elected officials and others.

Qualifications:

§ Bachelor's degree (Master's degree preferred) in Civil engineering or related field.

§ Requires minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible experience with a preference of 10 o more years; including senior level management experience, preferably in a Municipal Public Works department, or any combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

§ Requires Registered Professional Engineer certification with knowledge of principles, practices and theories of Civil Engineering.

§ Must have basic understanding and skill in accounting, budgetary practices, and development and implementation.

§ Requires advanced level of interpersonal skills necessary to provide effective leadership and to develop cooperative working relationships with employees, senior staff, elected officials and other jurisdictions.

§ Requires high level of analytical skills to develop and implement department goals and objectives and to research information and statistical data.

§ Must be detail oriented and possess ability to research and interpret a variety of technical and abstract information.

§ Knowledge of applicable state, federal and local laws, regulations and ordinances pertaining to the utility.

§ Requires ability to communicate clearly and effectively, orally and in writing.

§ While performing essential functions of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, sit, use hands to handle or feel, talk and hear.

§ Occasional exposure to work near moving mechanical parts, risk of electrical shock, work in high, precarious places, risk of radiation, work with explosives and toxic or caustic chemicals.

§ Requires valid driver's license.

§ Drug testing. Background Check.

Contact: Please send confidential resume to Robert E. Slavin, President, Slavin Management Consultants, 3040 Holcomb Bridge Rdd, Suite A-1, Norcross, GA 30071; Phone (770) 449-4656; Fax (770) 416-0848; email slavin@bellsouth.net.

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Posting Date: January 7, 2008

Company: City of Kansas City, Missouri

Job Title: Deputy Director of Public Works (Principal Assistant to Department Head)

Salary: $6,243-$11,358/month

Job Description:

§ This position will work for the Public Works Department.

§ The Public Works Department consists of more than 500 employees and it is responsible for and includes the following divisions: administration, street & traffic, facilities management, solid waste, and garage & parking control.

§ Work includes working closely with the Director in overseeing the department budget, personnel, public relations, and excellent customer service.

Qualifications:

§ Requires an ABET accredited Bachelor's degree in civil engineering and 10 years of progressively responsible experience as a Registered Engineer.

§ Must be registered as a professional engineer with the Missouri Board of Architects, Professional Engineers, and Land Surveyors (or if licensed in another state, must apply for Missouri license at the time of appointment).

§ Good verbal and written communication skills and be able to work effectively with elected officials, other departments, public and private organizations, media, and the general public.

§ Non-residents if appointed must establish residency within the city limits of Kansas City, MO.

Contact: Please submit resumes to City of Kansas City, MO, Human Resources Dept., Recruitment & Selections Div., 414 E. 12th St., 12th Floor, KC, MO 64106

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Posting Date: January 7, 2008

Company: City of Kansas City, Missouri

Job Title: Director of Finance / CFO

Salary: $7,419-$13,455/month

Qualifications:

§ The new Director of Finance / CFO will be entrepreneurial, forward thinking, innovative and creative in terms of problem solving and working with finite resources.

§ The selected candidate will have demonstrated success with creating/improving a customer friendly environment which caters to internal departments, the City Council and the public.

§ Must be an outstanding communicator and be open and responsive to the needs of the internal departments.

§ Must have a thorough knowledge of municipal financial management and conceptual abilities regarding municipal finance, budgeting, financial forecasting and financial analysis.

§ Must have the ability to understand, interpret and explain legal requirements, rules, regulations and policies.

§ Must also have excellent interpersonal and managerial skills and be effective at leading and supervising others.

§ Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, public or business administration, or a related field.

§ A graduate degree is highly desirable, but not required.

§ Must have significant and progressive experience and a good track record as a Finance Director of Senior Assistant Director with a municipal finance organization of comparable size and complexity to Kansas City or larger.

§ A CPA is a plus, but not required.

§ Non-residents, if appointed, must establish residency within the city limits of Kansas City, Missouri within 9 months of appointments.

§ Finalists will be subject to a criminal history/credit/driver's license check prior to interview.

Contact: Please submit resumes online at www.watersconsultingcom/recruitment. For more information, please contact G. Chris Hartung by calling toll free at 1-877-356-2924.

Application Deadline: Applications accepted until position is filled; however, the first review of applicants will take place on January 7, 2008. The final interview process will be held in late January 2008).

Posting Date: January 7, 2008

Company: City of Kansas City, Missouri

Job Title: Energy Auditor Inspector

Salary: $2,851-$4,269/month (Starting salary will be dependent upon qualifications)

Job Description:

§ Visits clients and explains weatherization procedures, eligibility, forms, financing and other requirements.

§ Performs energy loss tests and develop property energy conservation plan and specifications for competitive bidding process.

§ Inspect and monitor contractors' work and provide change orders as necessary.

§ Writes specifications to weatherize a multifamily building in accordance with the Missouri DNR State Plan.

§ Monitors all aspects of the client education program, to include implementation, on-line supervision and report generation.

§ Coordinates Home Energy Rating System projects, to include oversight of technical computer program and staff training.

§ Assigns and reviews activities of subordinate personnel engaged in energy conservation programs; provides technical assistance to subordinate inspectors as needed on difficult cases.

§ Inspects staff audits for compliance to city, state and federal standards.

§ Coordinates and attends citizen meetings as a representative of the City Weatherization Program.

§ Approves weatherization contracts.

Qualifications:

§ Requires an accredited Bachelor's degree in energy conservation or related field and 1 year of professional experience in energy conservation/weatherization work; or an equivalent combination of qualifying education and experience.

Contact: Job Information Line at 816-513-1127 or fax cover letter with resume to 816-513-2639. Job Reference #401527

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Posting Date: January 7, 2008

Company: City of Kansas City, Missouri

Job Title: Social Service Worker

Salary: $13.59-$19.31/hour

Job Description:

§ Part time position available. Normal work days/hours: Will vary up to 20 hours per week.

§ Responsibilities include: interviewing victims and witnesses, compiling information about the pending case notifying victims of scheduled court dates and nay changes thereof; escorting the victim to and from court; providing emotional support to victim; explaining court procedures to victim ; making referrals to community social service and emergency service providers as needed; documenting all victim contact in the prosecutor's case file.

§ Reports to the Domestic Violence Prosecutor.

Qualifications:

§ Requires an accredited Bachelor's degree in social science, corrections, administration of justice or a related field; or an equivalent combination of qualifying education and experience.

§ Prior experience in social work or victim advocacy is desirable.

Contact: Job Information Line at 816-513-1127 or fax cover letter with resume to 816-513-2639. Job Reference #402135

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Posting Date: December 17, 2007

Company/Location: Global Medical Direct

Job Title: Bilingual Customer Service Representative

Salary: $11.00 - $15.00/hour based on knowledge & experience

Job Description:

§ Customer Service Representative for Global Medical Direct's Lenexa, KS based medical services and distribution facility.

Qualifications:

§ At least 1 year of customer service experience is desired.

§ Understanding of medical and insurance terminology a plus.

Contact: Email resumes to HR@globalmeddirect.com or call 913-422-1666 for more information.

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Posting Date: December 17, 2007

Company/Location: Global Medical Direct

Job Title: Pharmacy Technician

Salary: $12.00 - $16.00/hour based in experience

Job Description:

§ Global Direct Medical is a Lenexa, KS based diabetes company.

§ Full time or part time position in Global Medical Direct mail order pharmacy.

Qualifications:

§ 1 year of pharmacy technician experience.

Contact: Email resumes to HR@globalmeddirect.com or call 913-422-1666 for more information.

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Posting Date: January 7, 2008

Company/Location: Harrah's North Kansas City

Job Title: Building Maintenance II

Job Description:

§ Full time position in the Facilities Department.

Qualifications:

§ Must be 21 years of age.

§ Must have a stable work history.

§ Must be willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Contact: Apply online at www.harrahs.com.

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Posting Date: January 7, 2008

Company/Location: Harrah's North Kansas City

Job Title: Steward

Job Description:

§ Full time position in the Food and Beverage Department.

Qualifications:

§ Must be 18 years of age.

§ Must have a stable work history.

§ Must be willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Contact: Apply online at www.harrahs.com.

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Posting Date: January 7, 2008

Company/Location: Harrah's North Kansas City

Job Title: Room Attendant

Job Description:

§ Full Time position in the Housekeeping department.

Qualifications:

§ Must be 18 years of age.

§ Must have a stable work history.

§ Housekeeping experience preferred.

§ Must be willing to work weekends and holidays.

Contact: Apply online at www.harrahs.com.

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Posting Date: January 7, 2008

Company/Location: Harrah's North Kansas City

Job Title: Toby Keith's Bar and Grill Server

Job Description:

§ Part time position in the Food and Beverage Department.

Qualifications:

§ Must be 18 years of age.

§ Must have a stable work history.

Contact: Apply online at www.harrahs.com.

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Posting Date: January 7, 2008

Company/Location: Harrah's North Kansas City

Job Title: The Range Steakhouse Host

Job Description:

§ Full time position in the Food and Beverage Department.

Qualifications:

§ Must be 18 years of age.

§ Must have a stable work history.

§ Must be willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Contact: Apply online at www.harrahs.com.

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Posting Date: January 7, 2008

Company/Location: Kansas City Power & Light

Job Title: Maintenance Programs Specialist

Job Description:

§ Responsible for working with plant personnel at all of KCPL's coal fired power plants to accomplish the following: work with plant personnel to evaluate maintenance related procedures and practices to determine enhancement opportunities from both a plant specific and a system wide perspective.

§ Evaluate specific industry wide standards and compare to current maintenance practices to help benchmark current work processes.

§ Work with plant staffs to implement improvements to plant maintenance related process.

§ Support involvement in and utilization of various industry organizations such as EPRI and EEI to help identify and implement best practices within our generation organization.

§ Assist in conducting periodic maintenance audits to ensure compliance with approved policies and procedures.

§ Assist in the development and communication of Maintenance related polices and procedures to insure consistent practices are implemented within the Supply division.

§ Required to travel to any of the coal-fired facilities to accomplish the tasks required to meet the position responsibilities.

§ The show up location for the successful candidate will vary according to the candidate's proximity to the above-mentioned facilities.

Qualifications:

§ Minimum of a high school education and a minimum of 6 years experience in the area of operating and maintaining power plant facilities.

§ Education beyond the high school level is preferred.

§ Experience in the area of development and utilization of a computerized maintenance management system and maintenance planning is preferred.

§ Specific experience in organizing and leading a plant maintenance staff is preferred.

§ Experience in evaluating the effectiveness of plant maintenance practices and developing procedures and processes associated with that evaluation is preferred.

§ Strong communication skills, especially the ability to orally communicate ideas effectively as well as develop written policies and procedures that will be applicable to all coal fired generating facilities is required.

§ Ability to develop relationships and build trust, confidence and respect from maintenance personnel at all of the coal fired generating facilities is required.

Contact: Apply online at www.kcpl.com for Job #108414.

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Posting Date: January 7, 2008

Company/Location: Kansas City Power & Light

Job Title: Corporate Governance Specialist

Job Description:

§ Assist in the preparation and submission of corporate filing required by the Securities and Exchange Commission, New York Stock Exchange, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, and other regulatory agencies.

§ Provide support for the Board of Directors, including drafting minutes, maintaining documentation, and administering executive equity and deferred compensation plans.

§ Provide support on complex legal, finance and governance matters, including research and drafting.

§ Prepare and monitor department budgets and provides administrative support to department personnel.

§ Will maintain corporate files and will handle special projects.

Qualifications:

§ Minimum high school degree or GED, and knowledge of corporate and securities law gained through experience as a legal assistant, or equivalent training or experience.

§ Bachelor's degree and project management skills preferred.

§ Excellent word-processing and computer skills, MS Office experience preferred.

§ Excellent oral and written communication, research and organizational skills

§ EDGAR skills a plus.

Contact: Apply online at www.kcpl.com for Job #108309.

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Posting Date: December 17, 2007

Company/Location: Kansas City Power & Light

Job Title: Technical Professional

Job Description:

§ Industry Benchmarking, Scorecard Development and tracking, Data Analysis - including financial, commission data requests, process mapping, SOX compliance evaluation, process improvements and special projects as needed.

Qualifications:

§ Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business is required.

§ Minimum requirement of 3-5 years working experience.

§ MBA desired or in process.

§ Microsoft Office proficient with specific skills in Access and Power Point.

§ Business writing skills should be very strong.

§ Legal or regulatory background is a plus.

§ Utility Industry experience is a plus.

Contact: Apply online at www.kcpl.com for Job #108343.

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Posting Date: December 17, 2007

Company/Location: Kansas City Power & Light

Job Title: Superintendent Material

Job Description:

§ To support Distribution Operations through supervision, forecasting, control and coordination of material, supplies and equipment in accordance with departmental scorecard objectives at multiple sites.

§ Direct a staff of direct reports and on-site supplier representatives to ensure stability in material planning and delivery process, inventory control accuracy, prepare and manage annual budgets, and be the focal point for supplier relationship management.

§ Direct company Sawmill operations with 3rd party provider ensuring safe and cost efficient use of resources.

§ Coordinate and manage all Alliance Supplier meetings, scorecards and relationships.

§ Assist in vendor selection process and be the liaison between purchasing, materials, and operations.

Qualifications:

§ Associate degree.

§ Five years of related purchasing and materials management experience including 3 years supervisory experience and a Business or Engineering degree or an additional 4 years of related experience.

§ Prior leadership experience, 6 Sigma training, and knowledge of utility industry equipment/devices is desirable.

Contact: Apply online at www.kcpl.com for Job #108401.

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Posting Date: December 17, 2007

Company/Location: Kansas City Power & Light

Job Title: Drafting Technician

Salary: $19.19/hour

Job Description:

§ Produces graphic representations and engineering documents related to the company's substation, transmission, and production facilities.

§ Develops, maintains, and increases proficiency with KCPL's computer aided drafting (CAD) equipment and systems.

§ Performs routine to complex assignments requiring a thorough knowledge of KCPL CAD system standards, practices, and techniques to retrieve, update, store, and plot graphic data and drawings.

§ Develops and/or modifies basic drawings from rough sketches, markups, notes or detailed verbal instructions and determines the best approach to complete the work.

§ Develops and implements new methods or procedures when necessary.

§ Applies judgment and makes decisions with respect to drawings and input interpretations.

§ Prepares detailed plans, views, layouts, etc., and performs any required mathematical calculations in order to graphically depict facilities.

§ Reviews work performed by others for accuracy with input and determines whether quality standards have been met.

§ Provides guidance, training, and instruction for other drafting technicians.

§ Advises supervisor of problems encountered which would affect accuracy, quality, completeness, and schedule adherence.

§ Verifies facility data in the field where required.

§ Utilizes any equipment necessary to perform the job.

Qualifications:

§ Requires a minimum high school or equivalent and two-year technical (accredited) or associates degree in drafting technology, or equivalent field required.

§ Satisfactory completion of courses in algebra and geometry required.

§ Satisfactory completion of KCPL Distribution System Fundamentals course or equivalent within 3 years of placement in job.

§ Please forward proof of courses or degrees, such as report cards or transcripts along with your application.

§ Must achieve a qualifying rating on drafting work samples, and proficiency in the use of drafting tools and equipment must demonstrated in work samples.

§ Practical and written testing will be administered and requires and acceptable score.

Contact: Apply online at www.kcpl.com for Job #108393.

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Posting Date: December 17, 2007

Company/Location: Kansas City Power & Light

Job Title: Billing Services Supervisor

Job Description:

§ Directly responsible for the following functions; verification of customer bills, quality control over billing, analyze complex billing issues, identify and administer potential revenue recovery opportunities, assist in the transfer of manually billed accounts to the customer information system, coordinate and conduct rate analysis activities, develop, motivate and coordinate training for bargaining unit employees, work management/tracking and quality assurance, utilization of technologies to support the function (i.e. NetFYI, Click to Coach), identify and track billing areas of improvement, and subject matter on tariffs.

Qualifications:

§ Bachelor's degree plus 2 years of professional experience, or an Associates degree plus 4 years of professional experience or 7 years relevant company experience.

§ Previous supervisory experience and qualifying ratings from the company's assessment center are required.

§ Previous experience with billing, rates/pricing, and/or accounting is necessary.

§ Strong analytical skills are critical for this position.

§ Effective human relation, problem solving and communication skills are also essential.

Contact: Apply online at www.kcpl.com for Job #108405.

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Posting Date: December 17, 2007

Company/Location: Kansas City Power & Light

Job Title: Paralegal/ Senior Paralegal

Job Description:

§ Perform paralegal duties under the direction of Law Department attorneys, including: collecting and analyzing data; assisting in the drafting of pleadings and discovery; conducting legal research; drafting correspondence and memoranda; handling customer service issues and working with internal business units, as necessary, to provide legal perspective and/or support.

§ This position requires the willingness and ability to assume responsibility for special projects from time to time.

Qualifications:

§ Paralegal: A minimum of 3 years relevant legal experience is required. Must have a high school diploma and must have completed a paralegal program approved by the ABA, or one offered at an accredited institution that is in substantial compliance with ABA guidelines.

§ Senior Paralegal: A minimum of 7 years relevant legal experience is required. Must have a bachelor's degree and must have completed a paralegal program approved by the ABA, or one offered at an accredited institution that is in substantial compliance with ABA guidelines

§ The successful candidate must possess excellent written and oral communication skills and must demonstrate the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

§ Outstanding computer skills and proven case management skills are essential.

§ Experience with garnishments and/or Workers; Compensation cases is a plus.

§ Must maintain a high level of confidentiality and demonstrate mature and professional judgment.

Contact: Apply online at www.kcpl.com for Job #108407.

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Posting Date: December 17, 2007

Company/Location: LULAC National Educational Services Center

Job Title: Mentoring Project Coordinator

Job Description:

§ The LNESC KC/James Elementary & Northeast Middle School Mentoring Program seeks to empower 50 at-risk youth currently enrolled in school, 25 at each school.

§ Work closely with the Program Director to develop and implement the youth mentoring program, assisting with matching adult volunteer mentors with youth on a one-to-one basis.

§ Assists with recruiting, screening, matching, monitoring, and closing the relationship with the mentor and child, and communicates with the mentor, parent/guardian, and child throughout the relationship.

§ Responsible for coordinating all aspects of the mentoring program, and will carry out the duties and responsibilities to follow: have expert knowledge of mentoring program policies and procedures; assist with developing and managing relationships with schools and School Liaison, scheduling orientations and training sessions, and developing resource directory of community-based organizations; build strong "working" relationship with school staff and teachers, school social worker, and parents; assists with implementation of an ongoing mentor recruitment plan, including assisting with development of an annual recruitment and quarterly activity plans; coordinates participant screening, training, matching, support and supervision, recognition, and closure activities; schedule and implement mentor/mentee group events; plan and implement recognition activities for program participants; assist with program evaluation activities.

Qualifications:

§ Bachelor's degree preferred with emphasis in social work, psychology, and/or education.

§ At least 1 year experience in mentoring and youth development, working within community organizations and/or schools preferred.

§ Extremely strong organizational, writing, verbal, and interpersonal skills.

§ Creativity and flexibility are essential in assuming significant responsibility.

§ Experience working in racially, ethnically, and socio-economically diverse urban communities preferred.

§ Spanish speaking/writing strongly, bi-cultural preferred.

Contact: Please send resumes to LULAC National Educational Services Center, 148 N. Topping Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64123 or visit www.LNESC-KC.org.

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Posting Date: December 17, 2007

Company/Location: Multi Service

Job Title: Credit Recovery Specialist

Job Description:

§ Required to handle inactive/recovery/collection accounts.

§ Will need to work out repayment arrangements from severely delinquent accounts.

§ Will do this by contacting the customers and working out beneficial arrangements.

Qualifications:

§ 2-3 years business to business collections experience, preferably with bank or finance companies.

§ Highly experienced negotiating skills with the ability to negotiate equitable repayment terms.

§ Skilled in legal/technical loan/cardholder/mortgage agreement enforcement and follow through.

§ Intermediate Microsoft Office experience also required and skip tracing experience a plus.

Contact: Please send resumes by fax to 913-663-9669 or email to jobs@multiservice.com. Multi Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Affirmative Action Employer. All veterans and disabled applicants are welcome.

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Posting Date: December 17, 2007

Company/Location: Multi Service

Job Title: Credit Representative

Job Description:

§ Investigating and resolving cardholder billing questions, contacting accounts to obtain payment status and negotiating payment plans.

§ The credit representatives have their own accounts they are responsible for to enforce terms & credit lines.

§ Help the customer reconcile their accounts and resolve customer disputes.

Qualifications:

§ Intermediate use of MS Office Outlook, Excel, and Word.

§ Minimum 2-year collections or phone customer service experience required.

§ Highly motivated self-starter with ability to work independently as well as within a team environment.

§ Must have ability to negotiate well under difficult circumstances.

§ Must possess the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.

§ Accounting experience preferred. Assertive, but not aggressive.

§ Previous business-to-business collections a must.

§ Must enjoy making phone calls, be dependable, have a nice phone voice and excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Contact: Please send resumes by fax to 913-663-9669 or email to jobs@multiservice.com. Multi Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Affirmative Action Employer. All veterans and disabled applicants are welcome.

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Posting Date: December 17, 2007

Company/Location: Multi Service

Job Title: Credit Underwriter

Job Description:

§ Verifying/analyzing data and getting additional information if needed.

§ Will also make recommendations to the managers.

Qualifications:

§ Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office and be able to analyze and interpret credit documentation.

§ 1-2 years small business, banking, or mortgage underwriting experience.

§ Good analytical skills and capable of interpreting guidelines.

§ Good communication skills with staff and customers required along with the ability to work in a fast paced environment and the ability to follow up on documentation requirements.

Contact: Please send resumes by fax to 913-663-9669 or email to jobs@multiservice.com. Multi Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Affirmative Action Employer. All veterans and disabled applicants are welcome.

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Posting Date: December 17, 2007

Company/Location: Multi Service

Job Title: MS Electronics - Inventory Analyst

Job Description:

§ Responsible for analyzing and monitoring inventory in addition to extensive numerical analysis of scheduling, warehousing, forecasting, and order flow for our audio electronics company.

Qualifications:

§ Candidate should be good with numbers, have strong analytical skills and be detailed-oriented.

§ Strong organizational and problem solving skills are needed as well.

§ Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Contact: Please send resumes by fax to 913-663-9669 or email to jobs@multiservice.com. Multi Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Affirmative Action Employer. All veterans and disabled applicants are welcome.

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Posting Date: December 17, 2007

Company/Location: Multi Service

Job Title: MS Fleet - Fleet Sales Representative

Job Description:

§ Selling fuel cards to the trucking industry.

§ Position consists of 99% outbound calls.

§ Very little or no travel required.

Qualifications:

§ No sales experience required.

§ Excellent communication skills needed.

§ Must be a team player, people person, outgoing personality, persistence, believe in yourself and goal oriented.

§ Must have a desire to succeed.

Contact: Please send resumes by fax to 913-663-9669 or email to jobs@multiservice.com. Multi Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Affirmative Action Employer. All veterans and disabled applicants are welcome.

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Posting Date: December 17, 2007

Company/Location: Multi Service

Job Title: Systems - Entry Level Programmer

Job Description:

§ Programming environments include Perl, Oracle and XML as well as Linux, PLSQL, C, JavaScript, EDI and HTML.

§ Programmer will be exposed to all areas of product development including design, project management, coding and implementation.

Qualifications:

§ College degree in Computer Science or equivalent education and experience.

§ Recruiting experience and bilingual skills a plus.

Contact: Please send resumes by fax to 913-663-9669 or email to jobs@multiservice.com. Multi Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Affirmative Action Employer. All veterans and disabled applicants are welcome.

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Posting Date: December 17, 2007

Company/Location: Multi Service

Job Title: Private Label Parts - Customer Service Representative

Job Description:

§ Involves general customer service & merchant support duties for a parts and service credit card program.

§ Includes answering client questions, customer/merchant set up & maintenance, account reconciliation/payment inquiries, correcting billing errors, accounts receivable research & follow-up, with other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

§ Someone who enjoys helping people over the phone and via email is essential.

§ Needs to be well organized, detail oriented, with excellent interpersonal skills & able to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment.

§ Customer Service experience and good oral/written communications, along with problem-solving & analytical skills, are a must.

§ Bookkeeping, PC & spreadsheet experience preferred.

§ Fluency in French preferred but not required.

Contact: Please send resumes by fax to 913-663-9669 or email to jobs@multiservice.com. Multi Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Affirmative Action Employer. All veterans and disabled applicants are welcome.

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Posting Date: December 17, 2007

Company/Location: Multi Service

Job Title: Program Management - Bilingual POS Coordinator

Job Description:

§ POS Coordinators work on a variety of high level projects with various departments.

§ These projects include the support of hardware and software problems on POS (Point of Sales) equipment and handling of new setups for merchant location.

§ Coordinators also work on POS specifications, test scripts and POS manuals for each program as well as testing, certifying and supporting software in the field.

Qualifications:

§ Fluent verbal and written communication in English and Spanish are required as well as 1 year customer service experience.

§ Candidate must also have excellent problem solving and interpersonal skills, be pro-active, and detail oriented.

§ Intermediate level MS Word and Excel in addition to some technical aptitude are required.

Contact: Please send resumes by fax to 913-663-9669 or email to jobs@multiservice.com. Multi Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Affirmative Action Employer. All veterans and disabled applicants are welcome.

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Posting Date: January 7, 2008
Company/Location: UMB Bank
Job Title: Executive Staff Assistant I
Salary: $13.01-$16.33/hour

Job Description:

§ Provide direct support for the Assistant Vice Chancellor as well as some administrative support for the Assistant Director and will serve as the first point of contact for the office.

§ Responsible for calendar management for the staff of Community and Public Affairs and will be prepare briefing/calendar folders for the Assistant Vice Chancellor.

§ Other regular duties will include: screening mail, prioritizing and answering inquiries that require immediate attention; researching, preparing and writing material for projects undertaken by the Assistant Vice Chancellor; briefing the Assistant Vice Chancellor on subject matter for upcoming meetings; answering questions over the above routine office inquiries, e.g., directing community members with general inquiries to the appropriate offices for assistance or resources; and relieving the Assistant Vice Chancellor of routine matters.

§ Manage content of Community and Public Affairs website (coordinating updating of content which will be provided by the Community and Public Affairs staff).

§ Manage sponsorship details of community events sponsored by the University, draft written correspondence.

§ Compile and summarize information for Assistant Vice Chancellor's review.

§ Act as recording secretary in meetings chaired by the Assistant Vice Chancellor.

§ Schedule meetings and assist with logistics for those meetings as well as special events, activities and programs sponsored by the office.

§ Data entry and word processing.

§ Creation and maintenance of filing systems.

§ Assist with preparation of presentations.

§ Act as liaison between the office and outside agencies.

§ Assist with the coordination of communication efforts from the office across divisions and academic units.

§ Receive and route incoming calls as needed and provide some assistance with budget preparation; compile information through analyzing past requirements and activities and project future needs.

Qualifications:

§ Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comprable knowledge and abilities can be acquired is necessary.

§ One year of related expeirence in business administration, personnel administration or higher education administration is necessary.

§ Associates or underground degree, some project managemetn skills and expeirence, good working knowledge of the Kansas City area.

§ Successful candidate will be flexible to attend occasional evening or weekend events and/or meetings.

§ Some post secondary proven organizational skills, at least 5-7 years of administrative experience, experience creating and managing filling system and data bases, good oral and written communication skills, experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook and Power Point).

§ Function as part of a project team, to process large amounts of information, to make mature professional decisions, and the ability to think strategically.

Contact: Please apply online at http://www.verizonwireless.com/careers. Job opening # is 208164. Questions - call 913.344.2673.

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Posting Date: January 7, 2008
Company/Location: Verizon Wireless
Job Title: Bilingual Retail Customer Support Representative
Job Description:

§ The primary responsibility of this position is to provide exceptional customer service to individuals visiting the Verizon Wireless store. As a member of the store team, the incumbent(s) should strive toward helping the store achieve its financial and customer service goals.

§ Provides exceptional customer service to individuals visiting the Verizon Wireless store, including greeting customers and assessing their needs.

§ Exhibits quality customer service from greeting point through departure; ensuring that all aspects of a customers needs are met and that every customer has a positive experience.

§ Answers phones and responds to customer inquiries in a timely manner.

§ Other duties include service activations, processing ESN (electronic serial number) changes and bill payments, responding to billing inquiries, equipment replacement, and processing price plan changes and upgrades.

§ Ensures that all appropriate documentation and data entry is complete.

§ Assists in the administrative functions of the store, including cash management and asset protection of store inventory.

§ Reconciles cash (bank deposit, safe fund/till fund, daily financial transactions) and follow bank deposit procedures.

§ Performs reporting functions as required.

§ Individual may sell phones and accessories in the event of high store volume or absence of sales representative.

Qualifications:

§ High school diploma or equivalent; some college preferred.

§ A minimum of 1 year of customer service experience (retail sales/operations experience a plus) and a minimum of 1 year retail sales/operations experience.

§ Well developed conversational and listening skills a must.

§ Bilingual skills (English Spanish) highly desired.

§ Strong organizational, communication and problem solving skills required.

§ Ability to deal with customers in a professional manner, including handling irate customers in a way that brings the interaction to a positive conclusion.

§ PC literacy is also required (experience using Windows based applications preferred.

Contact: Please apply online at http://www.verizonwireless.com/careers. Job opening # is 208164. Questions - call 913.344.2673.

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Posting Date: December 17, 2007

Company/Location: Wyandotte Center for Community Behavioral Healthcare

Job Title: Bilingual Mental Health Therapist

Job Description:

§ Full time position to provide services to residents of Wyandotte County.

§ Provide short-term therapeutic intervention, admission evaluations, crisis interventions, and/or hospital screens.

§ Will assist in other outpatient functions as needed.

Qualifications:

§ Possess Master's degree in social science field, with relevant licensure.

§ Ability to communicate in Spanish in addition to English.

§ Ability to recognize and be sensitive to cultural and ethnic differences.

§ Communicates directly and effectively in a cooperative manner with colleagues and representatives of other agencies.

§ Familiar with mental health theory and practice.

§ Must be able to work flexible hours, including evenings, and as needed after hours coverage.

§ Must be able to safely perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations.

§ Clearance through Kansas Child Abuse/Neglect Registry, Adult Abuse Registry and criminal background check through Validity Screening Solutions and Medicaid/Medicare reimbursable inquiries.

Contact: Please send resume and cover letter to Wyandotte Center for Community Behavioral Healthcare, 757 Armstrong Avenue, Kansas City, KS 66101 or contact Laura Severance at 913-328-4834 or Tonja Speer at 913-328-4696.

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

 

 
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