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DATA QUALITY ANALYST
Job Summary: Assist in the operation of IDEA’s Industry Data Warehouse data content and quality program to advance customer data synchronization by ensuring correct, standardized data population in the electrical industry and other vertical markets.
Reports to: IDEA IDW Data Content Manager
Job Description:
Manipulating files in multiple file formats.
Running queries and reports using Access or SQL.
Assists manufacturer customers with data updates, error reports and life-cycle codes
Review manufacturer data validation results and causal factors
Provides Customer data support and follow-up for resolving data problems
Support manufacturers on IDW data validation errors and certification rules.
Assist manufacturers in improving all of their data attribute content.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
Two – Four years’ college with BA/BS in Business, E-commerce or Database Management, Management Information Systems preferred.
One - Two years database work experience running queries and reports
Excellent Microsoft Access skill or SQL query skills are required
Strong experience using Excel, Word, and PowerPoint required
Electrical industry product knowledge is helpful but not required
Excellent customer care and communication skills are required.
Position offers a professional environment, competitive salary and excellent benefits package including paid holidays, flexible working hours, 401k plan, a Defined Contribution plan, health/dental insurance, partial pre-tax parking subsidy, and more. Interested candidates should send cover letter with salary history, and current resume by email to: careers@nema.org or by fax to: (703) 841-3335.
Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer
M/F/D/V
Grade 5 position
MEDIA AND COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER
The Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) in Rosslyn, VA is seeking candidates for the position of Media and Communications Manager. Position involves managing and implementing ESFI’s Strategic Marketing & Communications Plans. The Manager will be responsible for developing a network of print, broadcast and media contacts to spread awareness of ESFI and our important electrical safety programs. Interaction with high-level media, industry experts and corporate representatives required.
Qualified candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree, along with 3-7 years of experience working with media and communications relations. Solid program management, communication and writing skills are required. Applicants with experience in media relations and publications are highly desirable. Experience with foundations, trade associations or other non-profits is also helpful.
ESFI is a small and growing foundation. The successful candidate will be a self-motivated team player, highly organized and creative and should have an outgoing personality with excellent written and oral communication skills.
The candidate will report to the President.
Conveniently located near the Rosslyn metro, ESFI offers a competitive salary; an outstanding benefits package and travel potential.
Interested candidates should send a resume with salary requirements to careers@nema.org or fax to (703) 841-3396.
Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V
Grade 5 position
SMART GRID STANDARDS MANAGER
The National Electrical Manufacturers Association in Roslyn, Virginia is looking for a motivated self-starter to fill the position of SMART GRID STANDARDS MANAGER.
The SMART GRID STANDARDS Manager will direct and lead industry adoption of standards and protocols for an intelligent electrical grid, working closely with member companies and external organizations to define and specify the NEMA member perspective on Smart Grid standards and protocols.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:
Investigate standards that are currently available to supportSmart Grid and determine gaps where new or modified standards need to be developed to support the implementation of Smart Grid
Solicit input from electrical manufacturers to define the needs of various equipment categories relative to interfacing with the Smart Grid.
Serve as NEMA’s technical expert on standards development committees and working groups including, but not limited to, NIST, IEEE, EEI, EPRI, Grid Wise Architectural Council and IEC.
Write protocol specifications and standards based on input from NEMA staff and membership
Inform NEMA stakeholders on the progress of the various Smart Grid standards committees and working groups.
Identify the most effective methods for integrating Smart Grid approaches into existing (i.e. legacy) electricity grid systems and components.
Serve as a technical consultant to NEMA Smart Grid and related working groups.
ESSENTIAL JOB SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Successful candidate will have:
Ability to lead, facilitate, coordinate, and work with committees of individuals.
Ability to work with minimal supervision—must be a self-starter.
Excellent program management abilities (i.e., setting and reviewing objectives, coordinating activities across projects, and overseeing the integration of work products and results).
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Requires a minimum of a four-year college degree in computer science, electrical engineering, electronics engineering or related field.
Must have experience developing or deploying communication protocols in any arena.
Familiarity with fundamental concepts of power flow and electrical system operations a real plus.
Standards development process knowledge and experience helpful.
Legacy systems integration experience helpful.
NEMA offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits package including paid holidays, flexible working hours, 401k plan, a defined contribution benefit plan, health/dental insurance, and partial pre-tax parking/Metro subsidy. We are conveniently located near the Roslyn Metro.
Interested individuals should send a current resume, specifying salary requirements to careers@nema.org or by fax to 703-841-3335.
Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer
M/F/D/V
Grade 8 position
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE
NEMA, the National Electrical Manufacturers Trade Association, is seeking a Field Representative for the Midwest area of the U.S. (the states in the regions of the Midwest Section of the IAEI). The successful candidate will serve as an advocate for NEMA’s member companies as well as working with industry, public and private groups to provide assistance and feedback on a wide variety of issues facing the electrical industry pertaining to existing and proposed laws, regulations and ordinances, as well as probable future legislative and regulatory trends.
This position requires working independently from an office set-up in the employee’s residence. A comprehensive knowledge of the National Electrical Code as well as an understanding of the codes and standards development process of organizations such as NFPA, UL and the ICC is necessary. A background with the IAEI is desirable. Knowledge of the regulatory environment in the Midwest states is a plus.
Excellent writing, presentation and communications skills are necessary. Diplomacy and tact are important as well as an ability to understand the subtleties of issues. The ability to budget resources (funding, time, etc.) is critical. PC use, i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, e-mail, etc., is required. The individual must reside in one of the states in the region. Extensive travel (50%) can be expected.
The position reports to the Technical Director of Codes and Standards in NEMA’s Technical Services Department. Interested individuals should e-mail, fax or mail a resume, writing sample, salary requirements and a list of references to:
NEMA offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits package including paid holidays, paid time off, flexible working hours, 401k plans, a defined benefit plan, health/dental insurance, and partial pre-tax parking/Metro subsidy. We are conveniently located near the Rosslyn Metro.
Interested individuals should send a current resume, specifying salary requirements to careers@nema.org or by fax to 703-841-3335.
EOE M/F/D/V
INFORMATION SYSTEMS SPECIALIST
The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Information Systems Specialist. This position reports to the Manager of Information Systems and provides tier 1 help-desk support and network administration. The incumbent will perform end-user support using Windows and Microsoft Office as well as server support including deployment, troubleshooting & managing a Windows server environment.
Qualified candidate should have a degree in an information systems field or equivalent IT certifications. Candidate should also have at least two years of information systems work experience. Candidate should posses excellent communication skills, have a willingness to take on responsibilities, strong problem-solving skills, and should work well with other staff while providing reliable support.
The information systems specialist will work full time as a salaried employee, working 9:00am to 5:00pm weekdays.
Required IT Skills:
End user help desk support, including Microsoft Office & Windows XP workstations
Windows client/server administration, including operating system installation, updates, Active Directory management, & troubleshooting
LAN Networking, TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, & firewall
IT hardware upgrades, maintenance, and troubleshooting
Perform all other responsibilities as assigned
Desired IT Skills:
Basic programming skills such as asp.net, vbscripting & Office macros
- Experience with Microsoft servers: Exchange, SharePoint, IIS, & SQL
Experience with Symantec AV, Mail Security for SMTP, & Backup Exec
Experience with BlackBerry Enterprise & BlackBerry handhelds
Experience with audio/visual equipment
WLAN experience
Interested candidate should send a current resume along with salary requirements to Careers@nema.org (Resume without salary requirement will not be accepted)
Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer
M/F/D/V
Grade 5 position
PUBLIC RELATIONS SPECIALIST
Public Relations Specialist is the entry-level position for the National Electrical Manufacturers Association Medical Imaging & Technology Alliance (MITA) to assist with MITA’s public relations campaign on the value of medical imaging. Public Relations Specialist perform fundamental PR tasks such as aiding in production of media materials, research, administrative tasks, and managing the MITA PR campaign.
Responsibilities
Draft media relations materials
Create media monitoring reports
Coordinate all member conference calls and correspondence.
Coordinate the MITA PR Committee
Proof and edit all related documents as needed
- Create memos and written research documents for internal team use
Assist in layout and formatting of PowerPoint and Word presentations
Develop basic external documents such as letters and memos
Success Factors
- Have good oral and written communications skills
Work well with others
Maintain a positive attitude
Accomplish tasks on time
Adapt to changing office needs
Pay attention to detail and quality of work product
Manage time effectively
Accept and respond to constructive comments
Exhibit basic proficiency in use of software programs and online resources
Demonstrate good judgment when working with teams members, member contacts and vendors
Demonstrate discretion when dealing with sensitive and proprietary information
The National Electrical Manufacturers Association offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package including paid holidays, flexible working hours, 401K, a Defined Contribution Plan, health/dental insurance, partial parking subsidy, a Rosslyn location convenient to metro, and more.
Interested individuals should send their current resume with salary requirements to careers@nema.org or fax it to 703-841-3335.
Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer
M/F/D/V
Grade 2 position
