Program Assistant, Full-time National Task Force on Emergency Response The National Task Force on Emergency Response is a partnership of 30 government agencies and national service organizations committed to providing information and expert assistance to cultural institutions and the public in times of disaster. It is an initiative of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), the Getty Conservation Institute, and Heritage Preservation. Position reports to Task Force Director. Primary Responsibilities: Emergency Response and Salvage Wheel. 1. Manage the database for this highly successful service product, maintain an accurate inventory, and execute order fulfillment and billing. 2. Respond to requests for information, drafting correspondence and brief articles as necessary. 3. Identify sales venues and arrange for displays at conferences and workshops nationwide. Spanish-Language Wheel Project. Participate in implementing this new project in a variety of ways, including research on media contacts, production assistance, liaison work with the project advisory committee, and the design and application of an effective distribution system. Flood/Hurricane Information Packets. Following Presidentially-declared disasters, the task force distributes response and recovery materials to archives, libraries, museums and historic sites in affected areas. The assistant will be responsible for monitoring disaster news, maintaining current mailing labels and informational materials, and overseeing the timely mailing of packets. Administration. Assist the director with daily administration of the task force, including responding to general information requests, maintaining project files and resource materials, and disseminating reports to task force members. Assist in the organization of annual task force meetings, providing scheduling and logistical support. Qualifications: Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, Internet research skills, excellent writing ability and proven success working with the public. Knowledge of Filemaker Pro and experience in media relations are pluses. How to Apply: Application is by resume with cover letter describing relevant skills, experience and interest. No telephone calls, please. Mail or fax application by May 26, 2000 to Jane S. Long, Director, National Task Force on Emergency Response, 1730 K Street, NW, Suite 566, Washington, DC 20006. Fax: 202/634-1435. EOE. ========================================================= Important Subscriber Information: The Museum-L FAQ file is located at http://www.finalchapter.com/museum-l-faq/ . You may obtain detailed information about the listserv commands by sending a one line e-mail message to [log in to unmask] . The body of the message should read "help" (without the quotes). If you decide to leave Museum-L, please send a one line e-mail message to [log in to unmask] . The body of the message should read "Signoff Museum-L" (without the quotes).