Saw this on Career Builder this evening. I figure it's a good starting point if I want to get into politics.

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Job type: Full-Time
KIPDA
Kentuckiana Regional Planning and Development Agency

Community Organizer

This position will organize and facilitate public involvement in a 5-year Vulnerable Populations Grant through the CDC to reduce diabetes related inequities in older adults and person of low socioeconomic status in Bullitt, Henry and Shelby Counties, KY. Minimum qualifications include a Master's degree in health, wellness, education or related field, a resident of one of the identified counties, experience in grassroots organizing, communications and sensitivity to the differences of all persons. Bilingual desired. Individual must be highly organized, accept responsibility for documentation of activities, demonstrate strong coordination and facilitation. This is a contract position with a 12 month contract, renewable every 12 months based on performance for a period of 5 years. The Community Organizer will be expected to maintain computer and internet access, cell or other telecommunications access in the community, printers and all supplies and space necessary to perform the work. Send cover letter, qualifications and a copy of college transcripts to:

KIPDA
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Then I read the fine print and realized that it's only a one year contract. Well, to heck with that. I can draw un-employment for way longer than that.
(OK, I said that in jest.)

Ron

quote Originally posted by blackrams: Saw this on Career Builder this evening. I figure it's a good starting point if I want to get into politics. Community Organizer: ...

It's worked quite well, at least one other time.

quote Originally posted by Raydar: It's worked quite well, at least one other time.

Yeah, hell, if I had any idea that being a community agitator led to such lofty positions, I might have feigned liberalism for a few years.

p.s. - I was a car club president for 5 years - shouldn't that qualify me for at least a cabinet position?

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quote Originally posted by blackrams: Then I read the fine print and realized that it's only a one year contract. Well, to heck with that. I can draw un-employment for way longer than that. (OK, I said that in jest.) Ron

Ron,

Generally all grants are "one year" contracts with them being renewable every year.. In other words, the grant needs to be re-applied every year. My last gig was as a project manager for an IDOE grant, renewed every year.. lasting a 5 year stint. I guess what I'm saying is, don't let the 12 month thing throw you for a loop.

The thing is, it is political. Our grant ended when we got a new state super, and he decided to treat education as a business entity and put the bottom line in front of the needs of the teachers and students. Public Education is not supposed to be a profit center.

At any rate, if you're really considering it... I'd be more than happy to share my experiences in a grant situation with you. Let me know and I'll give you a call

quote Originally posted by datacop: The thing is, it is political. Our grant ended when we got a new state super, and he decided to treat education as a business entity and put the bottom line in front of the needs of the teachers and students. Public Education is not supposed to be a profit center. At any rate, if you're really considering it... I'd be more than happy to share my experiences in a grant situation with you. Let me know and I'll give you a call

Yep, I know it's political. Would love to hear from you again but, I have to be honest. This thread was posted in jest.

Ron

how is community organizer a real title? If I gather the community together with a free lunch, then I am a community organizer and maybe I could become president one day!

quote Originally posted by blackrams: Community Organizer Then I read the fine print and realized that it's only a one year contract. Well, to heck with that. I can draw un-employment for way longer than that. (OK, I said that in jest.) Ron

Isn’t that how the Boogie Woogie Bamma Boy got his start?

Steve

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quote Originally posted by blackrams: Yep, I know it's political. Would love to hear from you again but, I have to be honest. This thread was posted in jest. Ron

I see how you are.. too good to give back to the community.. too high and mighty to consider public service... I see how it is

quote Originally posted by fierobear: p.s. - I was a car club president for 5 years - shouldn't that qualify me for at least a cabinet position?

You're disqualified if you pay your taxes on time.

quote Originally posted by fierobear: p.s. - I was a car club president for 5 years - shouldn't that qualify me for at least a cabinet position?

CAR CZAR!!

quote Originally posted by fierobear: p.s. - I was a car club president for 5 years - shouldn't that qualify me for at least a cabinet position?

It would land you a spot in jail in Cuba for conspiracy / to conspire against the government.

You may not have more than 3 unrelated people meeting outside of work or government functions, if they are not granted the express permission of the government for the right to assemble.

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Todd,
2008 Jeep Patriot Limited 4x2
2002 Ford Explorer Sport 2dr 4x2
2002 Ford Crown Victoria LX
1987 Pontiac Fiero SE / V6
1973 Volkswagen Type-2 Transporter

That IS suspicious Todd.

That guy is looking at the camera instead of the girl's butt. Something definitely going amok there.