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Sous Chef (Hood River)

2009-11-12T08:49:12-08:00

Employee owned Full Sail Brewing Company, located in Hood River, Oregon - one of the most amazing recreational destinations in the Northwest, is looking for a highly motivated, energetic and completely hands-on Sous Chef to help support our Chef in our high volume restaurant. We are looking for someone who is extremely motivated and shares our high standards for impeccable quality and service in everything we do.

As the Sous Chef, you will be responsible for supporting the Chef in managing the following �back of the house� activities:
� Ensuring excellent food quality
� Recipe adherence
� Managing kitchen personnel
� Skilled in working and training all positions in the kitchen
� Expediting
� Fostering a cooperative and collaborative work environment with the front of the house personnel
� Food purchasing and inventory management
� Safety and sanitation in accordance with applicable laws and regulations

The Sous Chef must act as a team leader and motivator for the kitchen staff, thus strong interpersonal skills and being a clear communicator is a necessity. Must be able maintain a calm presence during high volume and stressful situations and must enhance our team oriented restaurant staff.

Ideal candidates will have several years prior cooking experience in a fast paced high volume kitchen, and a successful tenure as a kitchen supervisor with responsibilities in inventory management and staffing and training. An associates degree or related culinary degree is a plus, but is not a requirement.

Current experience with ChefTec or any other inventory and recipe software a plus. Must be committed to a 48-53 hour work week. Computer skills are required. Drug screen and background check required on job offer.

Competitive salary and benefits package including health, dental and disability insurance, matching 401k and stock ownership in the company.
Send cover letter and resume to hr@fullsailbrewing.com

Elementary teachers (South Korea)

2009-11-11T20:31:45-08:00

Canada International School is seeking motivated, excited and ethical teachers for grades K-6. Based in Seoul, South Korea, Canada International School runs five locations throughout South Korea. All locations teach from the British Columbia curriculum, including textbooks and lesson plans. Teachers will teach core subjects in English to students ranging from first-time speakers to those who are fluent.
Requirements: Bachelor's Degree with a valid teaching certification. Early childhood certification is strongly encouraged.
Compensation is 2.4 � 3.5 million Won/month DOE, with severance pay at the end of your contract term. Benefits include roundtrip air ticket, paid housing, insurance, paid vacation, national holidays.

Controller (Walla Walla, WA)

2009-11-11T16:19:01-08:00

REPORTS TO: President

SUMMARY: Lead the accounting and financial reporting activities of a growing Internet business. QualitySmith provides marketing services to SMBs and Fortune 100 brands in the home services and automotive repair industries. The business was just recently a dot-com start-up but now has over 70 employees and expects significant growth in 2010 and beyond. QualitySmith maintains its start-up feel with a fast-paced, fun, innovative culture. The Controller candidate will have experience as an accountant for a fluid business that depends on frequent and accurate accounting and financial reporting.

PURPOSE: To monitor, report on, and forecast all revenue and expenses for multiple business lines. Provide financial support for the organization through timely & accurate reporting and forecasting.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Track revenue by line of business, comparing week over week, month over month, and year over year
* Manage the accounting function to include weekly, monthly and annual P&L analysis, balance sheet review and financial statement reporting
* Perform and continuously improve the monthly close process for financial statement preparation
* Monitor expenses for necessity and for accurate coding, and make recommendations for changes
* Ensure Federal and Washington State taxes are figured correctly and paid on time
* Weekly, monthly and annual reporting and analysis of key metrics and trends pertaining to the company�s overall financial performance
* Review, test and improve existing accounting practices, procedures and internal controls for compliance with GAAP
* Prepare and continuously monitor budgets and cash flow projections by line of business
* Prepare forward-looking financial forecasts based on past performance and future expectations
* Provide direct business and financial support to operations and senior level management
* Prepare numbers with the aim of presenting those numbers to outside investors and/or raising additional capital

QUALIFICATIONS:
* Minimum 2 years experience in an accounting or controller position
* Experience working in a fast-paced business environment
* Bachelor�s degree in Accounting is required. Master�s or CPA is preferred but not required.
* Excellent communication and presentation skills; ability to interact with all levels of internal and external customers
* Experience in preparing financial reports for external review by investors
* Advanced skills with various accounting software (MAS90, QuickBooks, Excel, etc.) as well as advanced technical skills as it relates to relational databases
* Excellent analytical and organizational abilities in order to handle multiple projects at one time
* Ability to work under deadline pressure and extra hours if needed on assignments
* Creative and strategic thinker with �roll up your sleeves� attitude
* Demonstrated leadership abilities
* Excellent work ethic, fast learner, team player, able to work independently

Production Lead (Dallesport, WA)

2009-11-09T18:08:55-08:00

About the Job

Columbia PhytoTechnology LLC is a quickly growing company that produces high quality fruit and vegetable powders for the expanding global nutritional supplements market. We are located in the scenic Columbia River Gorge, which offers easy access to a wide variety of recreational activities. The Gorge is a great place to live!

We are currently seeking an individual to fill our Production Lead position. This is a career position with opportunity for advancement as the position develops and the company grows. The ideal candidate is interested in nutrition and organic food and has a strong desire to succeed.

Position Description:

The Production Lead performs all work of the production staff but with added duties and responsibilities. The Lead provides the first level of supervision of production staff and immediate oversight of the production process. The Lead has the following duties and responsibilities:

� Reviews assigned tasks and directs and coordinates the other production staff to complete the tasks on time.

� The Lead performs the same work as the production staff and is closely involved in all the tasks to ensure they're being performed satisfactorily. This work involves storage of raw materials, staging it and preparing it to be dried, applying it for drying, product removal and storage, final processing and packaging. This work also includes monitoring the process, record keeping, equipment assembly and preparation and cleaning of the equipment and the food production areas.

� The Lead is responsible for knowing the processing procedures to ensure they're being followed. The lead also is responsible for knowing the product specifications and ensuring product is being made to specification.

� Must continually monitor work flow througout the shift to make sure work is being performed efficiently and tasks will be completed in a timely manner.

� Communicate with other leads to make them aware of issues which might affect them and to ensure an orderly transition to the next shifts. Provide information to management about production issues to resolve problems and to maintain efficiency.

� Communicate with production supervisor about performance and attendance issues. Provide input to production supervisor about performance of production staff.

Education, Skills and Experience Required:

� College degree or significant college coursework. Courses taken in the physical sciences is desirable.

� Experience in food production, including food processing, restaurant management or supervision.

� Leadership skills and the ability to supervise and promote teamwork.

� Desire to learn and take on significant responsibilities.

� Flexible nature, highly motivated, reliable and persistent.

� Willingness to work any shift plus weekends.

� Ability to learn manufacturing processes, adhere to procedures, and perform good record keeping.

� Ability to learn quickly and to solve problems.

� Ability to manage multiple priorities and organize daily activities to finish required work.

� Ability to lift 50 lbs. Ability to stand for long hours and perform repetitive tasks while remaining alert. The qualified candidate must be able to pass a drug screen and background check.

Compensation: $10-12/hour to start, up to $15/hour as lead. Benefits are not available at this time.

If you are interested in this position, please submit your resume with cover letter to hr@columbiaphytotechnology.com

Production Lead (Dallesport, WA)

2009-11-09T18:08:55-08:00

Production Lead (Dallesport, WA)

2009-11-09T18:08:55-08:00

Waste Water Treatment Plant Operator (The Gorge)

2009-11-09T16:16:44-08:00

Qualifications:
Possess an Oregon Wastewater Treatment Operator Grade II certification or be able to obtain one within 6 months from the date of hire. A minimum of two years experience in operating wastewater treatment plants. Possess a valids driver's license. Basic familiarity of the principals and practices of wastewater treatment plant operations; operating principals of valves, pumps and motors; principals and methods of bacteriological and chemical sewage analyses; effects and problems of industrial waste in wastewater treatment processes; safe work practices knowledge of computer software including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, data management systems and be able to operate plant PLC and SCADA systems.

Responsibilities:
Under general guidance this position operates, maintains and repairs wastewater treatment plants, lift stations and assists with the Industrial Pretreatment Program. Additional responsibilities include but not limited to: complies and reports non-compliance with company project policies and procedures; diagnoses operating problems and performs necessary corrective actions; enters data, prepares reports and maintains records of plant operations and logs; maintains cooperative relationships with those contacted during the course of work; collects samples, performs routine laboratory tests and analysis; reads meters and gauges, stops/starts equipment and operates valves to control flow; makes process control adjustments and operates PLC and SCADA systems; inspects equipment to identify problems and performs needed maintenance and repairs; performs routine maintenance functions and custodial duties; understands and carries out oral and written directions.

*************Email or fax resumes to jstrutz@clp.com or 503-408-5731*****************

Google Engineering Operations Opportunities (The Dalles)

2009-11-09T10:25:16-08:00

Google Engineering Operations Opportunities

Simply put, Google engineers make computers do amazing things.

Populated by extraordinarily creative, motivated and talented people, Google�s engineering team gets excited by developing new applications that really make a difference � and are used by millions of people.

If you want to tackle such challenges as building a highly scalable computing infrastructure, novel storage systems, innovative user experiences or the next big application that will change the world, then this might be a perfect fit for you.

Our Positions

Some of the Engineering Operations groups which currently have open positions available include:

Data Center: The Data Center team designs and operates some of the most sophisticated electrical and HVAC systems in the world. We�re diverse, upbeat, creative, team-oriented engineers and managers working on a daily basis to develop data centers that are changing the face of contemporary computing facilities.

IT: In little more than a decade, Google created one of the world's largest global computing infrastructures for both internal and external use. We built it � and will continue to develop and support it � with the world's most talented administrators. Chances are that we exceed every example of a "large installation" you've encountered in your career as a network, systems or security professional. Using our unique technologies along with open source tools, we keep Google's customer-facing products running, robust and secure. Our objective is to create solutions that allow people to work and communicate in new and innovative ways � giving back to the world's technical community whenever we can.

Systems Administration: Our team administers databases, systems, services and applications around the globe. Staying ahead of such a rapidly changing, fast-paced and unique technical environment requires broad scripting, programming and troubleshooting skills, outstanding communication abilities and strong documentation practices.

Learn more about our Engineering Operations positions!

Our Locations

We currently have open Engineering Operations positions in the Portland area:

Oregon - The Dalles

We also have open Engineering Operations positions in other US locations:

See opportunities in all US locations

HR Generalist/Staffing Specialist (The Dalles)

2009-11-09T09:59:22-08:00

Position available immediatly in our The Dalles office for a HR/Staffing professional. This will be an exempt - full time position.

This position is working directly with a staffing/PEO company's branch in The Dalles, Oregon.

Please read the job description below and if you feel you would be a match, please send your resume and cover letter to the email address above.

Position Summary: Successfully provide a broad range of Staffing, Human Resources, Payroll, Benefit Administrative and Consulting services that assist in optimizing client management of their human assets and provide a positive impact on their profitability and support the initiatives of BBSI and its profitability. Position requires performing duties with minimal supervision from management.

Essential Functions/ Major Responsibilities:
� Responsible for providing exceptional customer service to clients and employees.
� Evaluate qualifications of applicants by interviewing, drug screening, reference checking.
� Staff companies with qualified employees that meet both our company standards as well as the requirements of our clients.
� Responsible for maintaining contact with existing accounts through personal client visitation.
� Data entry of employee and client information.
� Responsible for updating clients in timely manner on results of your staffing efforts.
� Responsible for unemployment issues in conjunction with team members.
� Educating and informing both clients and employees on Barrett policies, procedures and expectations.
� Support the BBSI Human Resources business model by the professional, timely, compliant and accurate processing and delivery of services as contracted between BBSI and its clients.
� Administer and produce Payroll and its deliverables for assigned clients.
� Administer, introduce, monitor, deliver and train benefit programs for clients.
� Support Worker�s Compensation/Risk Management administrative functions.
� Other duties as assigned.

Tasks:
� Provide staffing services including:
o Advertising
o Pre-screening
o Interviewing
o Background check
o Drug screen

� Provide client payroll servicing including:
o maintenance of employee records;
o accurate processing, auditing, transmission; delivery of payroll and payroll reports per schedule;
o invoicing client for payroll activity;
o processing of employment verifications (SS number etc.);
o development and/or revisions to client�s payroll input spreadsheets; and
o train client payroll contact in the use of BBSI spreadsheets/payroll process.

� Provide client support for benefit program servicing including:
o reconciliation and premium processing;
o invoicing of client for premium activity;
o client member participation, enrollments, changes and terminations;
o process deduction reimbursements to correct benefit vs. payroll issues;
o monitor client open enrollment for development/improvements to carrier
o COBRA initiation and surveillance
o medical support order monitoring, response/initiation;
o support and respond to client and employee needs/inquiries

� Provide support for workman�s compensation/risk management program
o reconciliation and premium processing;
o invoicing of client for premium activity;
o claims administration as needed in cooperation with branch manager

� Document client relationship activities in corporate HR Services tracking database.

Qualifications:
� Bachelor�s degree (B.A.) or equivalent.
� Eight to ten years HR generalist experience or equivalent.
� Prior experience in or exposure to payroll processing; or an aptitude or ability to learn how to process payroll, including knowledge of wage and hour laws.
� Valid driver�s license

Areas of Knowledge, Skill and Ability:
� Thorough understanding of human resources principals and practices; including employment laws and regulations. This includes self-directed maintenance on knowledge of current laws, events, industry trends and economic factors that may impact BBSI and its clients.
� Demonstrated proficiency in conducting root cause analysis to determine optimum solutions to solve human resources issues.
� Ability to conduct comprehensive HR needs assessments and analyses.
� Ability to benchmark, measure, analyze and articulate the value and ROI of HR initiatives, practices and policies.
� Knowledge of HR metrics and ability to assess and implement long-term goals and balance against short and intermediate-term needs of client companies.
� Ability to complete high-volume workload, meet critical deadlines and work through constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.
� Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver successful presentations to individuals and groups at all levels of an organization.
� Commitment to excellence and high standards and a strong sense of self-accountability.
� Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
� Ability to prepare company-wide business correspondence and documents, including employee handbooks, policies and procedures, employee and performance management documents and other professional correspondence.
� Proven leadership and strong business acumen.
� Must be profit conscious
� Detail oriented, well organized and able to prioritize work
� Able to make good decisions quickly, with good judgment and independently
� Good team player with sense of humor
� Stamina/high energy level
� Projects professionalism in appearance and demeanor

Physical/Mental Requirements:

� While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to do the following:
o Interpret complex laws, regulations and or policies.
o Coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously.
o Concentrate and establish priorities despite distractions with an ability to move quickly from one task to another.
o Collect, interpret and/or analyze complex data and information.
o Understand and respond to a diverse workforce.
o Near and visual acuity to interpret written documentation, read very small print, maintain accurate records, recognize people and provide direction.
o Use hands for simple and firm grasping, as well as, ability to reach and handle equipment, records and reports. Physical ability to operate telephone
o Lift and carry 10 to 15 pounds occasionally and with assistance lift and transfer 25 to 35 pounds.
o Converse professionally by telephone, in writing, and in person in an appropriate fashion, to ensure customers and employees are properly addressed in a precise manner.
Job Conditions

� Normal office working conditions. Requires ability to work with frequent interruptions and with multiple tasks. Also requires ability to work and coordinate within a team environment. During peak periods job may require hours to exceed 40 hour per week.

Residential Assistant (Mosier, Hood River, The Dalles)

2009-11-09T07:32:24-08:00

Make a difference! Further social justice! Seeking highly DEPENDABLE, compassionate, energetic, dedicated men & women with a strong work ethic to serve clients with developmental and behavioral issues. We provide required training that will give you skills and opportunities to grow in this challenging role. Criminal History Background Check, Drug Screen and EXCELLENT ATTENDANCE required. SCHEDULE FLEXIBILITY necessary b/w full-time day, swing and graveyard shifts (including availability to work weekends). Occasional driving possible- we need candidates who have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record. FULL-TIME only. Please email resume and cover letter.

CUSTOMER SUPPORT MANAGER (Hood River)

2009-11-06T09:46:59-08:00

Company Overview:
Advanced Navigation and Positioning Corp. provides airspace safety, efficiency, and capacity through our state-of-the-art tracking and guidance solutions. Our patented transponder tracking technology provides high-precision aircraft positioning in real-time for fixed and tactical surveillance and all-weather landing systems to airports and customers world-wide.
We are located in downtown Hood River, Oregon, in the heart of the scenic Columbia River Gorge. The Gorge offers endless outdoor recreation opportunities for employees and their families as well as small, vibrant communities and great schools.
Position Overview:
ANPC manufactures navigation aids for landing aircraft into airports surrounded by hills or other terrain features that preclude the use of traditional landing systems. We have a requirement for a Customer Support Manager to perform field work at site installations around the world, act as ANPC�s primary technical support contact for existing customer base and as new customer systems come on line, and act as a company liaison to customers during the planning, installation, and support phases of a system purchase.
We are looking for a self-motivated, organized, detail-oriented person who holds an Bachelors Degree in an appropriate engineering field. This person must have a good understanding of customer support and project management. Fluency in several languages, in particular, Spanish, would be a plus.
This person should require minimum supervision in a schedule-driven environment. The ability to read and interpret documents such as contracts, as well as construction and engineering specifications is required. Candidates must be highly organized and detail oriented, with strong written and oral communications skills, and able to interface successfully with others on the team.
We seek candidates that show initiative, an ability to learn, and can demonstrate self-direction, motivation, and leadership because each employee�s contribution directly affects the success of our products and project outcomes.
Job Summary:
�� Perform field work at site installations around the world - travel expected: 70%
�� Act as ANPC�s primary technical support contact for existing customer base, and as new customer systems come on line
�� Act as a company liaison to customers during the planning, installation, and support phases of company systems.
Essential Functions:
�� Supervise and/or perform the installation and integration of TLS and TTLS equipment, including shelters, towers, structures, and electronics
�� Coordinate tradesman subcontracts, oversee their work on site, perform QC inspections of work as needed, and ensure that "as-builts" are submitted to ANPC and site customer
�� Visit potential customer sites to perform preliminary site evaluations and analysis
�� Identify and select site-specific options, and determine quantities needed of "as required" items for each site
�� Coordinate and provide training to designated customer personnel
�� Provide real-time technical support to customer maintenance personnel, troubleshooting during outages, malfunctions, etc.
�� Analyze equipment failures to determine cause and recommend corrective actions
�� Serve as primary technical support contact for existing customer base and as new customer systems come on line; coordinate technical interchanges between ANPC engineering and customers; coordinate equipment repairs with ANPC manufacturing and engineering (as required)
�� Monitor and report contract and schedule status and issues related to site installations to ANPC and customer
�� Produce and submit scheduling and timeline estimates for all phases of site installation, through customer takeover
�� Produce and submit other site/customer specific project documentation, as required
�� Organize budget for resources needed to support individual site projects, continued general support, and group overhead
�� Develop and manage the CSE function within ANPC, including cross-training employees from other functional groups whose skills are applicable
�� Support the sales team during pre-sale efforts, such as demos and customer visits.
Essential Knowledge and Skills:
�� Excellent written and verbal communication, with demonstrated presentation and training skills
�� Ability to read construction blueprints and AutoCAD drawings
�� Project Management skills, including budgeting and contract administration
�� Experience at integrating complex mechanical and electronic systems, preferably in a field setting; experience with NAVAIDs a plus
�� Must be able to lift 50 pounds
�� 30-40 foot height tower climbing required
�� Customer service focus
�� High degree of self-motivation
�� Ability to project a high level of self-confidence
�� Ability to take control in difficult situations
�� Knowledge of fiber optics a plus
�� Knowledge of electrical and concrete contracting practices a plus
�� Knowledge of electrical and building codes a plus
�� Valid vehicle operator�s license with good driving record
�� Be able to obtain an FCC Class I Operator�s License (training provided).
Minimum Qualifications to be Considered:
�� BSEE, BSCE, or BSME
�� 7+ years relevant experience
�� Ability to communicate in a foreign language � Spanish a plus.

PRINCIPALS ONLY - NO EXCEPTIONS.

Experienced CNAs & NARs for one-on-one care (Carson, Stevenson, White Salmon)

2009-11-06T08:59:55-08:00

We are an established private duty home health agency seeking dedicated Nursing Assistants who want to make a difference in the lives of seniors and handicapped persons. Northwest Healthcare, Inc., the leading provider in private duty home health in Clark County, is an established agency with a strong reputation for quality care for the past 10 years! You will enjoy a permanent assignment with one of our special patients, with each shift ranging from 6-12 hours, depending upon your availability.

Flexibility is a must.

Benefits Include:
- 401(k)
- Education Assistance
- Assistance with enrollment in the Washington Basic Health Plan for you and your family if applicable
- Annual bonuses based on length of employment
- Birthday bonuses
- School supplies for your children every year
- Fun events and celebrations throughout the year

Come join our team by filling out the information below:
1. Why do you want to work with seniors or disabled persons?

2. What kind of experience do you have?

3. What kind of training do you have?

4. How many hours do you want per week?

5. Do you have any restrictions?

6. What else should we know?

7. How is the best way to contact you?

8. When would you be available to begin work?

Please send answers to email listed above or call Jennifer at (360) 574-5293 for further information.
Thank you...you will hear from us shortly!

Sourcing Representative (Lake Oswego)

2009-11-05T09:41:58-08:00

Title: Environmental Sourcing Representative

Summary:
Direct customer inquiry position soliciting manufacturer information to support the sales and services of IHS Parts products. Primary duty is to achieve call quota, identifying sourcing and capture opportunities relative to new and or updated content. The majority of customer contact will be by phone and email.

Roles and Responsibilities:
� Telephone assigned manufacturers and make inquiries regarding new content and parts.
� Receive inbound customer calls, answer product and service-related questions and coordinate orders
� Identify opportunities, strengthening and managing relationships with new and existing customers
� Plan and manage acquisition data and operations activities to achieve company sourcing requirements
� Work closely with other team members to accomplish team goals

Required Education:
� Associate degree preferred

Qualifications:
� Minimum 3 years customer service and/or customer support experience
� Professional, aggressive, self-motivated with a true desire to help customers
� Attentive to detail and good problem-solving skills with the ability to creatively apply these qualities to analyzing and solving problems.
� Ability to multi-task, meet customer commitments, and work as part of a team.
� Good written and oral communication skills.
� Good presentation and negotiation skills.
� Good knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
� Flexibility to work during non-standard office hours
� Multi-lingual a plus

Organizational Relationships:
� The position reports to: TBD

RN for Skilled Visits (Stevenson, Carson, White Salmon)

2009-11-04T12:26:04-08:00

Seasoned RN needed for part time work with our in-home patients. Duties may include skilled tasks such as blood draws, med set-ups, wound care, cath changes, etc., as well as assessments. Flexible hours.

Looking to fill position with potential candidate ASAP.

Please send resume, salary requirements, and letter of interest.

Customer Relation

2009-11-03T16:32:20-08:00

We are currently seeking a qualified and motivated individual with a positive attitude to assist in the Sales & Marketing/Customer Service Department. Duties include: invoicing preparation for Top Customers, billing review, marketing projects, and other miscellaneous administrative duties.

Experience with the internet, various web-based/electronic invoicing systems is a plus. This position is for someone looking to work in a fast paced, high profile, Customer focused Team.

TIRED OF SITTING ON YOUR TOOL BOX WAITING FOR WORK? (The Gorge)

2009-11-03T08:12:05-08:00

Bob Stone Freeway Autocenter
is currently seeking qualified Technicians, general and heavy line. Great work environment, excellent shop to work in with supportive management and continued training. We offer excellent compensation, and a drug free workplace. Valid Dr. License and acceptable history required. Contact Equal Opportunity Employer.

Google Engineering Operations Opportunities (The Dalles)

2009-11-02T12:13:24-08:00

Google Engineering Operations Opportunities

Simply put, Google engineers make computers do amazing things.

Our Positions

Some of the Engineering Operations groups which currently have open positions available include:

Learn more about our Engineering Operations positions!

Our Locations

We currently have open Engineering Operations positions in the Portland area:

Oregon - The Dalles

We also have open Engineering Operations positions in other US locations:

See opportunities in all US locations

Residential Assistant (Mosier, Hood River, The Dalles)

2009-11-02T09:53:00-08:00

ACCOUNT MANAGER (HOOD RIVER)

2009-11-02T09:46:55-08:00

Summit Projects, an independently owned interactive agency located in the beautiful Columbia River Gorge in Hood River, Oregon, is recruiting for an Account Manager to join our team. Our client list includes some of the most recognized and well-respected brands in the world.

Summary of the position
The Account Manager is the primary client contact, responsible for client communication and relationship building. Account Managers lead cross-functional project teams and will serve as liaison between team members and the client. AMs are responsible for managing all aspects of assigned accounts and projects with emphasis on thorough, efficient and timely completion. This position requires excellent written and verbal communication skills, previous agency experience, plus experience in traditional marketing, new technology and interactive media are mandatory.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

- Serve as primary client contact to nurture client relationships and work with other team members to grow the value of the account.
- Lead projects from conception to launch, partnering with a project manager to manage all aspects of projects including budgets, timelines, work scope, technical specs, etc.
- Develop a clear understanding of the clients business objectives, challenges, target audience and growth/expansion expectations to assist in building online solutions that will provide both immediate and long-term success
- Guide project teams that include creative and technical talent so that Summit is set up to successfully meet the clients project goals and objectives.
- Anticipate and identify project risks and respond appropriately.
- Manage project accounting for all assigned projects. Includes developing budget, hour tracking, reconciliation, invoicing and client reports.
- Provide updates of projects and the client relationship to the Senior Account Director.
- Keep updated records and documentation of clients meetings, conversations, change requests, etc.
- Prepare and drive meetings � including preparing agendas, keeping meetings focused, establishing a next steps and responsibility list.
- Schedule and perform project reviews with internal team and with client.
- Foster open communication with internal team members � engaging them on all correspondence, send frequent updates and project status reports. Establish status meetings or review process with team and client.
- Prepare all documentation including creative briefs, estimates, timelines, work scope requirements, technical specification with internal team to provide proper documentation of project for the client.
- Ensure quality assurance goals are met including proofreading and application testing.
- Generate monthly report content for clients.

Visit our website at www.summitprojects.com to find out more about Summit Projects. Qualified candidates please e-mail resume and cover letter stating what makes you the best candidate for this role to: Account Manager at jobs@summitprojects.com. No phone calls, please. We greatly appreciate your interest in Summit Projects.

ACCOUNT MANAGER (HOOD RIVER)

2009-11-02T09:46:55-08:00

ELECTRICAL DESIGNER (Hood River)

2009-11-02T07:51:08-08:00

Nurse Clinical Instructor (The Dalles)

2009-11-01T06:41:03-08:00

RN or LPN needed for 10 days of clinical training and supervision of students in a CNA program in February 2010 in The Dalles. Must have an unencumbered Oregon nursing licence and a love of teaching! We will train you. Contact Bill ASAP for more information through this ad or at 503-788-4101 or 1-866-534-9319.

Activity Director (Gorge )

2009-10-31T08:07:12-07:00

Long-term care facility in the Columbia River Gorge is looking for an energetic and dynamic Activity Director. Must have at least one year experience in conducting group activities and be knowledgeable in evaluating resident�s needs, supervising other employees and training volunteers. Must be knowledgeable about the MDS assessment process. Must have state approved Activity Director certification. Please do not reply to this ad. If you are interested please send your resume to crgdirector@yahoo.com

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PARTICIPANTS WANTED FOR REALITY TV SHOW

2009-10-30T09:14:54-07:00

We are currently looking for adventurous participants for an upcoming reality TV show and documentary.
We welcome people of all ages (18 and up) all nationalities, all genders and all races. Fluent english is a must.
No prior acting experience necessary.

Please go to www.theparadisebuilders.org for details. Please fill-in application form online.

Sous Chef (Hood River)

2009-10-29T14:21:21-07:00

Receptionist - F/T (Hood River)

2009-10-28T14:04:21-07:00

Engish/Spanish speaking a requirement. Full time receptionist position in a busy physical therapy office Monday- Friday 9-6 pm. Need a professional, detail-oriented person who can multi task in a fast paced environment. Must have excellent phone skills, computer skills, and people skills. Medical Office experience a Plus!

Donation Attendants (Hood River)

2009-10-28T13:06:21-07:00

Goodwill Industries seeks Donation Attendants for our Attended Donation Center in Hood River.

Donation Attendants accept donated goods from the public, maintain the donation area in a neat and orderly manner both inside and outside, and assist in other areas as needed. Essential functions of this position are to greet donors at their vehicle, assist in unloading acceptable donations in a timely and courteous manner, thank donor for donations and ensure that receipt is offered to each donor.

Qualified candidates must maintain well-groomed appearance and acceptable dress in compliance with GICW dress guidelines. Must be 18 years of age or older, able to read and write, work when the store is open, communicate effectively with the public, be able to stand/walk/bend/reach/handle heavy items, provide proof to work in the United States, pass a pre-employment drug screen test, and no criminal background record that indicates a tendency toward theft, violence, drug abuse, etc.

To Apply: Candidate interested in the Donation Attendant Positions can email their cover letter and resume to humres@gicw.org or by mailing/faxing their application to:
Goodwill Industries of the Columbia Willamette
Attn: Human Resources
1943 SE Sixth Avenue
Portland, OR 97214

Please visit our website at http://www.meetgoodwill.org/119-work-at-goodwill to print an application.

REGISTERED NURSE (HOOD RIVER)

2009-10-28T07:47:08-07:00

IN NEED OF A PART TIME REGISTERED NURSE FOR ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY. EMPLOYED TO ENSURE THE HEALTH AND WELL BEING OF OUR RESIDENTS. THIS LICENSED PROFESSIONAL IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE MONTHLY WELLNESS CHECK, DELEGATION OF MEDICATIONS, SETTING PARAMETERS ON PRN MEDICATIONS, PERFORMING TB TESTS ON RESIDENTS AND EMPLOYEES, REVIEW OF PHYSICIANS ORDERS, COMPARISON OF MAR'S TO PHYSICIANS ORDERS AND RESIDENT ASSESSMENTS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF OREGON & COMPANY POLICIES. FAMILIAR WITH THE ALMSA SYSTEM OR SIMILAR PROGRAM. SUPERVISED BY THE DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS AND REGIONAL DIRECTOR. MUST BE ABLE TO PASS CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK, BE PROFESSIONAL IN DEMEANOR AND APPEARANCE. WILL WORK IN CONJUNCTION WITH FACILITY ADMINISTRATOR.

Relief Driver (The Dalles,Oregon)

2009-10-27T18:25:28-07:00

Seeking Professional, Dependable, CDL Class A
Back-up Relief driver for the Full time drivers
Carrying mail for the US Postal Service.
Sleepers pulling 53ft trailers.
Layovers in Portland should not be a problem for you to do.
Must a have good driving record and pass a Federal background check, drug test and dependability a must.

Apply in Person: No phone calls please
Tuesday-Friday
Between the hours of 11am to 2 pm only @
7315 NE 27th Ave
Portland, Oregon

Email Resumes @: dsrioffice@comcast.net

Fax Resumes @ 503-460-3436

REGIONAL DIRECTOR (HERMISTON)

2009-10-27T13:38:14-07:00

REGIONAL DIRECTOR OVERSEES THE OPERATIONS OF 7 ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES IN THE COLUMBIA RIVER AREA. DUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: ASSURE THAT ALL MANAGERS/ADMINISTRATORS ADHERE TO THE RULES AND REGULATIONS OF THE STATE OF OREGON AND COMPANY POLICICES. INTERACT WITH LOCAL, STATE AND FEDERAL AGENCIES, RESIDENT FAMILIES ON A DAILY BASIS. MUST BE ABLE TO PASS CRIMINAL HISTORY BACKGROUND CHECK AND BE PROFESSIONAL IN DEMEANOR AND APPREARANCE. POSSESS THE ABILITY TO WORK WITH MINIMAL SUPERVISON, BUT ABLE TO TAKE DIRECTION FROM THE DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS FOR THE REGION. PREFER SOMEONE WITH STATE OF OREGON ADMINISTRATORS LICENSE.

Fiberglass position

2009-10-27T09:33:34-07:00

Fiberglass repair experience required (boats, bathtubs, RVs, etc.). Short term position (possibly long term). Must be extremely reliable and work well in a fast paced environment. Email or call (541) 354-9924

Cook (Hood River )

2009-10-27T00:11:27-07:00

Hood River Care Center in Hood River, Oregon is looking for a cook to join our Legacy of Care. Meals-three of our residents' most important time of the day so we're looking for qualified candidates who will prepare food in accordance with menus, diet specifications, sanitary practices, and resident preference. Presentation and customer service skills a must. May require directing and supervising of kitchen utility staff. A background in food service or culinary arts. GED or high school equivalent preferred; background in food service required, culinary arts degree preferred.

At Prestige Care, people are the number one priority, and there's never been a better time to join. We're growing, we're fun, and we will appreciate you!
Prestige Senior Care offers competitive salary, benefits, including medical, dental and 401K. Please do not reply to this ad. To apply please visit our website:

www.prestigecare.com

EEO/AA

Speech Language Pathologist (The Dalles, OR)

2009-10-26T15:47:35-07:00

Part Time or On Call Speech Language Pathologist

Oregon Veterans Home, Dalles, Oregon

The Oregon Veterans Home is located in the historic Columbia Gorge Community of The Dalles, just minutes from Hood River. The Oregon Veterans Home opened in the fall of 1997, and is a 151-bed long-term care facility that provides skilled nursing, Alzheimer and other dementia, and inpatient and outpatient rehabilitative care to veterans, spouses of veterans, and parents all of whose children died while serving in the U.S. Armed Forces. The therapy department offers acute in patient and out patient therapy. Consonus means to blend, to harmonize, to create something exceptional, and that is exactly what has occurred with the Oregon Veterans Home and our therapy team which have become part of a family. Our therapy department focuses on a variety of programs including Stroke Recovery, Orthopedic Rehab, Contracture Management, Cognitive Retraining, Prosthetic/Orthotic Training, Management of Swallow Dysfunction and much much more. Consonus offers excellent training and one on one mentorship program. The qualified candidate will have the appropriate degree and be a licensed SLP therapist in the State of Oregon. Prefer SLP who is Vital Stim Certified or interested in becoming certified and developing Vital Stim therapy program. Consonus offers excellent pay and full benefits for part time employees.

To learn more about the facility visit the website at: www.oregon.gov

OR
To learn more about Consonus or apply on line at: www.consonushealth.com

Or Contact

Nick Ball
Regional Recruiter OR
nball@consonushealth.com
Direct 971.206.5167
Or 1-800-891-7575
Fax 971.206.5209
To learn more about Consonus apply on line at: www.consonushealth.com
Equal Opportunity � Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V

Environmental Project Manager (Engineer, Geologist, and/or Scientist) (Hood River, OR)

2009-10-26T14:19:35-07:00

Live and Work in Hood River, Oregon, Opportunity for Environmental Project Manager (Engineer, Geologist, and/or Scientist) with consulting firm based in Hood River with projects throughout OR, WA, & ID. Desired experience: in-situ and risk-based remediation; site investigation/assessment; environmental compliance; expert witness/testimony and support for private, State, and Federal clientele. Full salary, benefits, and opportunity for commission.

Location: Hood River
Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster.
Please, no phone calls about this job!
Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.

IT Field Technician (White Salmon, WA)

2009-10-26T11:30:06-07:00

IT Field Technician � Full Time

RADCOMP Technologies, a busy IT company located in White Salmon, WA, is looking for an energetic IT Field Technician to serve the Columbia River Gorge area, including Klickitat County, Hood River County and more. Position provides full range computer service and support to business networks and residential users.

Required Qualifications:

� Bachelor�s degree in computer science or closely related field (or equivalent MS certifications) plus 2 yrs related experience, including experience with business networks.
� At least 2 yrs technical PC support experience, plus ability to troubleshoot a wide variety of problems.
� Solid understanding of PC hardware, server hardware and a strong grasp of networking concepts. Knowledge of telephone and security systems helpful.
� Working knowledge of Windows XP,Vista, Windows Server OS�s, MS Office Suite, MS DOS. Knowledge of MS CRM, MS RMS and Apple products preferred.
� Strong analytical skills to perform structured problem solving for systems.
� Good decision-making skills to quickly resolve problems using available resources.
� High degree of patience, empathy, diplomacy and confidentiality required.
� Must have a good driving record.

Serious applicants only. Interested candidates who meet all job requirements may email a current resume and cover letter to service@radcomp.com. Please do not call � Email only. Equal Opportunity Employer.

IT Field Technician (White Salmon, WA)

2009-10-26T11:30:06-07:00

Google Engineering Operations Opportunities (The Dalles)

2009-10-26T10:05:10-07:00

Google Engineering Operations Opportunities

Simply put, Google engineers make computers do amazing things.

Our Positions

Some of the Engineering Operations groups which currently have open positions available include:

Learn more about our Engineering Operations positions!

Our Locations

We currently have open Engineering Operations positions in the Portland area:

Oregon - The Dalles

We also have open Engineering Operations positions in other US locations:

See opportunities in all US locations

Production Technician (Dallesport, WA)

2009-10-23T15:34:35-07:00

Production Technicians are needed to run a food production line. For this position we are looking for career-oriented individuals with the desire for advancement. This position will begin as a hands-on production job. Qualifications are:

- Good job history
- Good communications skills
- College coursework and/or experience in food production or preparation a plus
- Ability to learn and follow procedures to produce high quality food products
- Flexible, reliable, hard worker, good team player
- Ability to stand for long hours and perform repetitive tasks while remaining alert
- Ability to lift 50 lbs
- Interest in nutrition and organic foods is a plus

The qualified candidate must be able to pass a drug screen and background check.

Positions are mostly FT, including shifts, weekdays and weekends. Starting wages $10-12 DOE with possible raises and promotions. The position is a good opportunity at a company with strong growth prospects.

To apply download a job application form at columbiaphytotechnology.com/employment
Fill out the form and return by email to hr *at* columbiaphytotechnology.com, by US mail or by fax.

Motivated Advertising Salesperson Needed (Columbia Gorge)

2009-10-23T13:14:33-07:00

Do you like the thrill of a sale? Do you care about your clients? Do you like making your own schedule? Are your best pitches in-person?

If this describes you, please send your cover letter and resume to the email in this ad. We are a 30 year old print advertising company based in the Columbia Gorge with special emphasis on tourism. Your home base can be anywhere in the Gorge as you'll work from your home office and spend a lot of time on the road meeting clients mainly in Hood River, Wasco, Klickitat and Skamania Counties. Must have proven experience in advertising sales, preferably magazine or newspaper.

This position is classified as an independent contractor with work available during our busy season of November through mid-February. Pay is 100% commission based. Cell phone provided.

Software Engineer (Hood River)

2009-10-23T10:36:07-07:00

Company Overview:

ANPC provides airspace safety, efficiency, and capacity through our state-of-the-art tracking and guidance solutions. Our patented transponder tracking technology provides high-precision aircraft positioning in real-time for fixed and tactical surveillance and all-weather landing systems to airports and customers world-wide.

We are located in downtown Hood River, Oregon, in the heart of the scenic Columbia River Gorge. The Gorge offers endless outdoor recreation opportunities for employees and their families as well as small, vibrant communities and great schools.

Position Overview:

Our small, tight-knit team of software engineers is expanding to meet both internal development needs and customer contracts. ANPC�s software team produces the intelligent tracking, guidance and user interface software for all ANPC products. Safety critical, real-time software running on various embedded and non-embedded platforms comprises the bulk of our efforts. The team shares responsibility for all aspects of software development from requirements inception to final test and delivery, including ongoing configuration management and maintenance.

We seek candidates that show initiative, an ability to learn, and can demonstrate self-direction, motivation, and leadership because each employee�s contribution directly affects the success of our products and project outcomes.

If a position directly involved in all aspects of building and maintaining software for complex hardware/software systems in a scenic paradise appeals to you, please refer to the specifics below for more information.

Position Requirements:

Required �

� Minimum 5+ years software development experience C/C++
� Minimum Bachelors Degree in computer science, engineering or other applicable area
� Ability to re-locate to Hood River, Oregon

Desired �

� Development using Microsoft in Windows environment strongly desired
� Development experience using C++/MFC for user interfaces strongly desired
� Experience with all stages of software life-cycle
� Experience with safety critical systems and/or real-time systems
� Experience with complex hardware/software systems a plus
� Experience with software version control
� Experience with formal software testing
� Experience with software quality assurance and tools
� Experience with real-time operating systems or UNIX a plus
� Engineering, analytical background helpful

Residential Assistant (Mosier, Hood River, The Dalles)

2009-10-22T10:37:08-07:00

CASHIERS & MAINT / PUMPER (Wasco - Biggs)

2009-10-21T05:53:14-07:00

Pilot Travel Centers, America's LARGEST travel center operator is hiring cashiers, maintenance / pumpers, and supervisors. Full or part time. Health insurance, matching 401k, and tuition reimbursement available to qualified full time employees. HUGE possibility for advancement. Apply in person (I84 Exit 104 at Hwy 97) or on line at pilottravelcenters.com/jobs.

Google Engineering Operations Opportunities (The Dalles)

2009-10-19T10:43:29-07:00

Google Engineering Operations Opportunities

Simply put, Google engineers make computers do amazing things.

Our Positions

Some of the Engineering Operations groups which currently have open positions available include:

Learn more about our Engineering Operations positions!

Our Locations

We currently have open Engineering Operations positions in the Portland area:

Oregon - The Dalles

We also have open Engineering Operations positions in other US locations:

See opportunities in all US locations

TECHNICAL DIRECTOR (Hood River, OR)

2009-10-19T10:15:24-07:00

Summit Projects, an interactive agency, seeks an experienced Technical Director (TD) to provide technical leadership, vision and direction to our clients and project teams. The TD represents our agency as the technical expert and spokesperson working directly with an Account Director and Creative Director to establish strategy, solutions and technical consultation for all of Summits clients.

The Technical Director is responsible for providing direction and expertise to clients and project teams regarding the technical solutions recommended for any given assignment. They accomplish this by supervising tool selection, crafting technical specifications, reviewing code and overall developer performance as well as the quality assurance process. The Technical Director works with the Project Manager regarding the technical resource planning and overall technical issues as they arise.

This position will report directly to the Owner/CEO, working closely with the directors of Account Services, IT, Sales, Finance and the Creative Director to more the company forward.

REQUIREMENTS
- A comprehensive understanding of prevailing and emerging interactive technologies and a passion for emerging tools and how those tools are applied to marketing-based and ecommerce-based solutions
- A minimum of five years experience as principle strategist and/or technical lead on the client side and/or the interactive agency side, creating and supporting high end web site development and/or ecommerce web site development
- The ideal candidate will have a degree in computer science or equivalent experience in a related field
- Exceptional written and oral communication skills with the ability to work directly with clients in providing solutions and recommendations on assigned accounts and projects
- A proven understanding of software architecture/database design and testing methodologies
- Expert level skills in one or more of the following: Java, .NET, PHP, Cold Fusion, SQL, MYSQL, Oracle, Flash implementation and related hosting and development environments

APPLICATION PROCESS
To apply, please send your cover letter and resume to: Technical Director at jobs@summitprojects.com. No phone calls please. All replies are kept confidential.

TECHNICAL DIRECTOR (Hood River, OR)

2009-10-19T10:15:24-07:00

High School Basketball Officials (White Salmon Wa.)

2009-10-19T06:46:04-07:00

The Columbia Gorge Basketball Officials Association is currently recruiting for the upcoming 2009-2010 high school and middle school basketball season. While knowledge of the game of basketball is helpful, no experience is required. Those who are new to officiating will start by officiating middle school and low level junior varsity games. Training is provided. Games are played each evening except Sunday. You can officiate as much or as little as your life schedule will allow. Game fees vary by level of game. For more information contact us at email provided or call 509-637-0175.

Area of coverage from Stevenson Washington-Goldendale Washington

Preschool Teaching Assistant (Hood River, OR)

2009-10-18T14:03:37-07:00

Sunflower School, an established preschool in Hood River, OR, seeks a year round, part time teaching assistant to start December 1. Applicants must be creative, reliable, dedicated, self motivated, authentic, self reflective and genuinely engaged by work with preschool age children. A degree (AA, BA/BS) in ECE/Human Development is preferred, or have or be working on CDA equivalent. Pay is $14 per hour, plus six weeks paid vacation per year. No benefits at this time.

Responsibilities of position include:
- Having the physical and emotional capacity for six hours of daily classroom time (four days a week), building healthy on-going relationships working with young children and their families
- Open and constructive communication with colleagues and parents
- Observation and documentation
- Creating and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum responsive to children's interests

Serious applicants should email the following:
- A complete resume and/or summary of your experience in early childhood education
- Your educational background
- Your personal traits and characteristics that make you an excellent early childhood educator.