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<p align=center style='text-align:center'><strong><b><font size=3 face=Arial><span
style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial'>Senior Communications MAnager
Opportunity with MDA Federal EarthSat Weather Services</span></font></b></strong><font
face=Arial><span style='font-family:Arial'><o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 face=Arial><span style='font-size:12.0pt;
font-family:Arial'>We are seeking a highly-motivated <strong><b><font
face=Arial><span style='font-family:Arial'>Senior</span></font></b></strong> <strong><b><font
face=Arial><span style='font-family:Arial'>Communications Manager </span></font></b></strong>who
can work in a fast-paced, real-time, client-driven environment. The <strong><b><font
face=Arial><span style='font-family:Arial'>Senior Communications Manager</span></font></b></strong>
will provide and manage daily client communications for the Weather Services
business unit through excellent on-time information for its Energy Weather,
Basic Weather, Agricultural Products and Weather Data Products business
areas. A strong background in Meteorology is essential, as well as
excellent written, verbal and presentation skills.</span></font><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p><strong><b><font size=3 face=Arial><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:
Arial'>Essential Job Functions</span></font></b></strong><o:p></o:p></p>
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mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><font size=3 face=Arial><span style='font-size:
12.0pt;font-family:Arial'>Provide constant accessibility and communication
to customers to ensure operational excellence in all products and services
created by the business unit including the timely, reliable and accurate
delivery of all weather products.</span></font><o:p></o:p></li>
<li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;
mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><font size=3 face=Arial><span style='font-size:
12.0pt;font-family:Arial'>Provide highly credible consultations for
clients to help facilitate new business and product development, improve
existing products, and most importantly, ensure client retention.</span></font><o:p></o:p></li>
<li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;
mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><font size=3 face=Arial><span style='font-size:
12.0pt;font-family:Arial'>Write and edit daily editorial for the Weather
and Energy Weather business units.</span></font><o:p></o:p></li>
<li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;
mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><font size=3 face=Arial><span style='font-size:
12.0pt;font-family:Arial'>Conduct presentations to both clients and
various business entities.</span></font><o:p></o:p></li>
<li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;
mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><font size=3 face=Arial><span style='font-size:
12.0pt;font-family:Arial'>Study and interpret synoptic reports, maps,
photographs, and prognostic charts to predict long and short range weather
conditions.</span></font><o:p></o:p></li>
<li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;
mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><font size=3 face=Arial><span style='font-size:
12.0pt;font-family:Arial'>Operate computer graphic equipment to produce
weather reports and maps for analysis, distribution to clients.</span></font><o:p></o:p></li>
<li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;
mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><font size=3 face=Arial><span style='font-size:
12.0pt;font-family:Arial'>Ensure the availability of resources for Weather
Services staff to meet their objectives.</span></font><o:p></o:p></li>
<li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;
mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><font size=3 face=Arial><span style='font-size:
12.0pt;font-family:Arial'>Help to continually improve operational
efficiencies, processes, products and services.</span></font><o:p></o:p></li>
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<p><strong><b><font size=3 face=Arial><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:
Arial'>Required Qualifications</span></font></b></strong><o:p></o:p></p>
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mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2'><font size=3 face=Arial><span style='font-size:
12.0pt;font-family:Arial'>Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability
to communicate clearly and effectively to all levels of staff and clients
and respond to common inquiries or complaints in a timely manner.</span></font><o:p></o:p></li>
<li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;
mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2'><font size=3 face=Arial><span style='font-size:
12.0pt;font-family:Arial'>Strong public speaking capabilities with the
ability to effectively perform group presentations.</span></font><o:p></o:p></li>
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mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2'><font size=3 face=Arial><span style='font-size:
12.0pt;font-family:Arial'>Proficient writing and editorial skills. </span></font><o:p></o:p></li>
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mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2'><font size=3 face=Arial><span style='font-size:
12.0pt;font-family:Arial'>Bachelor's degree from four-year College or
University in Meteorology or related field or equivalent combination of
education and experience.</span></font><o:p></o:p></li>
<li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;
mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2'><font size=3 face=Arial><span style='font-size:
12.0pt;font-family:Arial'>Minimum of 3 years weather forecasting
experience.</span></font><o:p></o:p></li>
<li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;
mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2'><font size=3 face=Arial><span style='font-size:
12.0pt;font-family:Arial'>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and
meet client-driven deadlines.</span></font><o:p></o:p></li>
<li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;
mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2'><font size=3 face=Arial><span style='font-size:
12.0pt;font-family:Arial'>Ability to leverage creative thinking and
innovative ideas to meet client needs and develop new products.</span></font><o:p></o:p></li>
<li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;
mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2'><font size=3 face=Arial><span style='font-size:
12.0pt;font-family:Arial'>Ability to exhibit balanced emotions, strong
interpersonal skills and a professional appearance and demeanor at all
times while managing competing demands.</span></font><o:p></o:p></li>
<li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;
mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2'><font size=3 face=Arial><span style='font-size:
12.0pt;font-family:Arial'>U.S. Citizenship is required.</span></font><o:p></o:p></li>
<li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;
mso-list:l2 level1 lfo2'><font size=3 face=Arial><span style='font-size:
12.0pt;font-family:Arial'>Eligibility for Security Clearance is required.</span></font><o:p></o:p></li>
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<p><strong><b><font size=3 face=Arial><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:
Arial'>Desired Qualifications</span></font></b></strong><o:p></o:p></p>
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<li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;
mso-list:l1 level1 lfo3'><font size=3 face=Arial><span style='font-size:
12.0pt;font-family:Arial'>Experience marketing and effectively
communicating products and their attributes to clients.</span></font><o:p></o:p></li>
</ul>
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<p><b><font size=3 face=Arial><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial;
font-weight:bold'><a
href="http://www.apply-for-job.net/c/jobclick.cfm?site=8643&job=5683314">Click
HERE to Apply!</a><o:p></o:p></span></font></b></p>
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<p><font size=3 face=Arial><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial'>MDA
Federal Inc., of <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:City w:st="on">Rockville</st1:City>,
<st1:State w:st="on">Maryland</st1:State></st1:place>, is the leading provider
of integrated GIS and remote sensing solutions to federal, state and local
agencies, international organizations, and private companies. Established in
1969, MDA Federal Inc. specializes in all-source satellite image processing
(orthorectification, multi-resolution merging, mosaicking, digital printing),
GIS applications, feature extraction, landcover mapping, change detection,
weather forecasting, crop monitoring, geological interpretation, hyperspectral
applications, and the continuous monitoring of the Earth's resources.</span></font><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p><font size=3 face=Arial><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Arial'>MDA
Federal offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package including medical,
dental, life, and short/long-term disability insurance, vacation and sick
leave, 401(k) retirement plan, Flexible Spending Account and tuition
assistance. MDA Federal is an Equal Opportunity Employer.</span></font><o:p></o:p></p>
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