The Center for Inquiry is Hiring! The Center for Inquiry is looking for an additional field organizer and a web developer, so please help us spread the word. Salary and benefits are competitive. Field Organizer Description: The Field Organizer will assist in the development of the Center for Inquiry's campus and community outreach initiatives, working in coordination with a staff of five other field organizers. Duties may include event planning, community outreach, print and online newsletter publishing, public relations, supervising support staff and volunteers, website maintenance, and visits to campuses and other speaking venues throughout North America. This position provides competitive salary and health benefits and provides intellectually stimulating work with opportunities for travel, writing, and media appearances. Required Qualifications: Creative, flexible, and self-directed. Interest in critical thinking and the scientific outlook. Preferred Qualifications: Background in history of science, science journalism, philosophy, religious studies, or related discipline; Non-profit management experience and/or grassroots or campus organizing experience; Public speaking/debate experience; Familiarity/Proficiency with HTML and other programming languages. How to Apply: Email cover letter, resume/CV, and writing sample as a text, MS Word, or PDF attachment to djgrothe@centerforinquiry.net or mail to: Center for Inquiry Attn: D.J. Grothe PO Box 741 Amherst, NY 14226 Web Developer Description: A Web Developer for the Center for Inquiry will help to revitalize and maintain the web presence of an international non-profit organization. Responsibilities include: helping to code and implement a custom-built content management system, maintaining the current PHP-based system as well as several static HTML sites, and occasionally designing email messages. Benefits include health insurance, creative freedom, and plenty of learning opportunities in an intellectually stimulating environment. Required Qualifications: - At least one year web development experience
- Thorough understanding of standards-compliant XHTML/CSS and JavaScript
- Basic image editing skills using Adobe Photoshop
- Creative, enthusiastic, and flexible with the ability to quickly adapt to new technologies and challenges
Preferred Qualifications: - Ruby, Python and PHP programming experience
- Expertise with Ruby on Rails or comparable web application frameworks
- Experience using and maintaining SQL databases such as MySQL
- Comfortable at the command-line of UNIX servers
- A history of involvement in the open-source software community
How to Apply: Email cover letter, resume, and portfolio link to bdillingham@centerforinquiry.net. |