Job Openings around Washington, D.C. – July 8, 2010

Financial Analyst – Sterling, VA (Unanet Technologies)

Unanet is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the Financial Analyst position at the company’s corporate office in Sterling, VA. Responsibilities include preparation and dissemination of Unanet product, consulting and maintenance proposals to potential customers; tracking proposal activity; update and maintain the database of subscribers and license and maintenance agreements; preparation of monthly reports on proposals and sales activity; provide monthly info to the accountant regarding revenue recognition on license, maintenance and consulting services; under the supervision of the CFO prepares company annual budgets/forecasts; and other tasks as assigned. For a list of requirements, visit website. Email resume to careers@unanet.com No phone calls.

Carrier Relations Representative / Buyer

The Carrier Relations Representative / Buyer negotiates with Expereo’s providers with regard to checking availability of services, requesting / negotiating pricing and terms and checking lead times. The key objective is to obtain healthy margins for Expereo services that meet customer demands. Each Carrier Relations Representative / Buyer will be working with a pre-defined set of providers (primarily based on regions).Education and work experience: Bachelors degree or relevant substantive work experience. Result driven, persistent and a strong commercial/procurement sense. Fluency in spoken and written English is essential. Spanish and/or Portuguese is beneficial but should not discourage an applicant from providing. Basic understanding of data / Internet services. Knowledge of underlying network and access technologies (e.g. SDH, ATM, Ethernet, etc.) is beneficial. Willingness to work unsociable hours and comfortable in a high-paced dynamic, work environment. Send resume to hr-usa@expereo.com

Project Manager, Digital Marketing – Chevy Chase, MD

Reporting to the Director of Marketing and Promotions, the Digital Marketing Project Manager will have responsibility for executing the organization’s web marketing strategy involving all brand and platform websites. He or she will be responsible for managing and growing the 4-H.org website and developing creative ways to help reposition the image of the 4-H movement on a national and local level through the implementation of online programming. Qualifications: 4-5 years of interactive marketing experience, project managing websites, producing and/or creating strategic interactive online solutions. Understanding of emerging online marketing technologies, applications and vendors. Proven track record of branding and driving traffic through online media, such as behavioral targeting, social media, viral marketing, widget and content syndication etc. Experience conceiving and executing online marketing tests. Strong knowledge of creative process and project management experience; superb attention to detail of execution and the ability to work quickly under deadline pressure and remain flexible. Knowledge of design, coding and interactive technologies. Proficient in web metrics and SEO strategy, implementation, and interpretation. Interpersonal skills to function effectively in a fast paced team environment, and multi-task. Excellent presentation and collaboration skills; demonstrate ability to drive ideas through a complex organization with multiple stakeholders. Ability to maintain relentless focus on continuous improvement; not satisfied with the status quo; able to drive positive change through influence. Ability to build strategic plans and execute them, while setting and managing multiple priorities. Computer competency: MS Office, CMS, MS Project and Photoshop. Bachelor’s degree in marketing communications or related field. Send resume to careers@fourhcouncil.edu. National 4-H Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

PYD Social Communities, Manager – Chevy Chase, MD

The Manager, Social Communities, will function as the primary strategic partner within the Marketing team working alongside the Marketing Director, Partner Operations and external partners, in all online environments, from tweens and teens to parents and alumni. Qualifications: 2-3+ years of proven, hands-on organizational social networking experience, developing and implementing programs for a nonprofit or corporation that have generated significant awareness with online communities. 6-8 years of general communications or online media experience. Has developed a successful online community before (metrics preferred). Demonstrable knowledge of best social media practices, emerging trends, and how to engage to reach client business objectives. Demonstrable knowledge of current and emerging social media technologies (e.g., mobile platforms, community platforms, etc.) and how to utilize/engage them to achieve organizational objectives. Ability to guide and direct others to develop and execute social media communications strategies. Experience in positive youth development (PYD) initiatives a plus. Excellent writing ability, consumer and/or business-to-business writing experience. Goal-oriented multi-tasker, proficient in prioritizing tasks, strong project and time management skills. Knowledge of COPPA compliance & management of security for “under 13” members a plus. Work effectively with cross-functional teams and with external partners to assimilate information and formulate proposals. Non-profit experience a plus. Bachelor’s degree in marketing communications or related field. Adhere to organizational policies and procedures as described in National 4-H Council’s Associates Handbook and elsewhere. Send resumes to careers@fourhcouncil.edu National 4-H Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Technical Recruiters Needed

HireStrategy is growing our top rated IT recruiting team in our DC office. We are searching for professionals with an IT recruiting and technical background to help the delivery capabilities of a growing operation. HireStrategy is a full-service professional staffing firm providing contract, direct hire and executive search solutions for employers in the Washington DC area. HireStrategy has been ranked the No. 1 staffing firm in the Washington DC area, honored by Inc. magazine as one of the 500 fastest-growing firms in the country and named a “Future 50″ firm by Washington SmartCEO magazine. We’ve also been recognized as a “Great Place to Work” by the Washington Business Journal, as well as a “Best Place to Work” by Washingtonian magazine. Please send your resume to cvennitti@hirestrategy.com and place “TRDC” in the subject line when sending.

Technical Project Manager – Herndon, Va

ePals is the leading social network for K-12 learning. For more information, visit ePals. ePals is seeking a Technical Project Manager with experience working in an agile environment supporting ePals production offerings. The successful candidate will have experience working with customer facing web-based applications and services with a focus toward developing online communities. You will interface regularly with cross-functional business units and work closely with the Development, QA, Systems Operations, Support and Product Managers. The role of the Technical Project Manager is to plan, execute, and finalize projects according to strict deadlines and within budget. This includes acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of ePals team members and customer staff in order to deliver projects according to plan. The Technical Project Manager will also be directly responsible for their own set of deliverables including documentation as well as assigning and tracking of tasks and milestones of all team members. Qualifications for consideration: Minimum 3 years of Project Management experience in a Technical environment. Minimum of 3 years of Software Project Management experience in a web setting. Demonstrate Scrum / Agile experience of at least 1 major project. Demonstrate experience working closely with a software / web engineering team, ideally in a service-oriented Web 2.0 environment. Send resumes to hortega@corp.epals.com

Manager, Interactive Publishing Product Development

National Geographic is seeking an Interactive Publishing Product Development Manager to conceive, define, plan and implement digital products associated with Digital Archives, Interactive Magazine editions and magazine-based applications. Key responsibilities will include: Market Analysis, Product Strategy, Product Planning, Project Management and Cross-functional Leadership. Required qualifications are a Bachelor’s degree (MBA preferred) plus substantial experience in product management or product development of software-based products; must have a solid understanding of magazine publishing along with proven success in managing outside technology vendors, and understand best practices in product management and product development. We offer a comprehensive salary and benefits package. To review the full job description and to apply, visit website and search for Manager, Interactive Publishing Product Development (Job ID: 4237). EOE

Marketing Communications Manager

Online marketing, direct mail, trade shows, & collateral development. Reports to VP Sales/Marketing. Support full spectrum marketing program definition & implementation. Will develop & maintain databases – prospective companies/contacts. Email & direct mail campaigns. Setup logistics – trade shows & other events. Define templates & generate reports regarding results from mail campaigns, events & all marketing programs. Research market/demographics. Edit content/layout of brochures, whitepapers, presentations, websites. Prior experience with integrated marketing activities for high tech companies. Online marketing vehicles & social media experience. Experience with e-marketing & Salesforce automation tools – Eloqua and Salesforce.com pref. Send resumes to rena@ikano.com

Customer Service Representative – Herndon, VA

Aptela Inc. is the leader in business VoIP solutions, is seeking Customer Service Representatives to provide frontline support to our customers and provide a world class service experience. It is the Customer Service Representative’s responsibility to deliver a quality experience in a timely manner. The performance of this group influences the customer’s perception of Aptela as a whole. Require: College degree preferred, Strong Customer Service/Call Center skills/background. Very good oral and written communication skills. Strong computer skills including prior experience with Saleforce.com. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Possess effective time management skills. Able to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment. Aptela delivers the energy and fast paced excitement you would expect of a rapidly growing company. In addition we offer medical, dental, 401K, competitive paid time off, and a team oriented work environment. Come join us and help Aptela capture this exciting market. Send resumes to careers@aptela.com

Inside Sales Representative – Herndon, VA

Aptela, a fast growth telecommunications company headquartered in Herndon, VA, is looking for an Inside Sales Representative to drive sales for our hosted VoIP services. The right candidate for this position will have true hunter mentality and be someone who can build and maintain a strong pipeline of opportunities across the small and medium-sized business market. The Inside Sales Representative will be responsible for prospecting, cold calling and conducting demonstrations of Aptela’s solution with a focus on closing the deal. A bachelor’s degree is preferred and at least 2-4 years experience with solution selling in a B2B environment is required. For more information on this position, please visit website. If you’re interested in joining our fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment, please send your resume to careers@aptela.com

Account Executive

Sales position includes developing responsibility for the full sales cycle lead to close in a managed hosting and cloud computing environment. Primary responsibilities will include direct interface to customer, develop and demonstrate customized product presentations matching customer requirements, communicating customer requirements to the product engineering team, responding to RFP’s, writing proposals, supporting customer set up and field trials including proof of concept and demos, serve as point of contact for non-routine technical issues on major accounts, participate/ work close with other sales reps. to create and execute sales strategies for increased sales, and other duties as assigned. Successful past sales experience and technical skills related to cloud computing and/or data storage/outsourcing products will be considered a significant plus. Send resumes to careers@virtacore.com

Inside Sales Representative – Herndon, VA

Aptela, a fast growth telecommunications company headquartered in Herndon, VA, is looking for an Inside Sales Representative to drive sales for our hosted VoIP services. The right candidate for this position will have true hunter mentality and be someone who can build and maintain a strong pipeline of opportunities across the small and medium-sized business market. The Inside Sales Representative will be responsible for prospecting, cold calling and conducting demonstrations of Aptela’s solution with a focus on closing the deal. A bachelor’s degree is preferred and at least 2-4 years experience with solution selling in a B2B environment is required. For more information on this position, please visit website. If you’re interested in joining our fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment, please send your resume to careers@aptela.com

Director, Technology Services and SaaS Operations

We are looking for a highly intelligent services engineering leader who can manage complex software implementations of our SaaS platform, build a top-tier team, and create a KPI-based approach to deployments that will help OPOWER scale for hyper-growth. The position reports to the SVP, Consumer Marketing and Operations. Require: 10+ years of experience managing a technical professional services arm designing and using large database deployments on behalf of enterprise customers. 5+ years leading technical services on a SaaS platform. BS or MS in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field from a top-tier university. You have worked at a software startup before, with proven ability to manage multiple and simultaneous tasks in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. You are excited by the prospect of establishing and managing by KPIs and other metrics, and you are experienced building best practices around software implementations. You have a deep understanding of the requirements gathering process for Professional Services contracts as well as how to draft them. You have experience with SQL, Linux, and high-level programming languages such as Java; talented engineers respect your technical aptitude and enjoy working for you. You have overseen a long-term plan for network and hardware topology, and you have owned computer and network management with very low down-time. Your oral and written communication skills are excellent. Click here to apply.

Executive Manager: .NET S/W Development

We are searching for an outstanding senior executive to manage high transaction, large enterprise .NET product development efforts for a leading SaaS company in the real estate and financial services area, but there’s a catch: the right candidate must still be close to the code, must still understand and be fluent with the minutia of complex .NET and SQL development using the latest versions, tools, platforms and technologies. The Technical Director will him/herself do virtually no coding on a day to day basis, but must have expert command of the material to help resolve challenges quickly and credibly. The core attributes that must be present in any candidate: Deep Technical .NET/SQL Development Expertise, successful management of large development teams (25+), development of applications where there are at least 5000 concurrent users and databases in the TB range. Total Compensation: Approx 225k in cash + equity. Highly successful publicly traded company. Superb work environment and excellent career trajectory. Position reports to CIO. Please send resume in Word format with email note about why position makes sense for you to placements@trustedforce.com