Eccentric Employment

Rose Girl

"We are currently looking for someone with that award-winning smile, gracious style and upbeat attitude to sell roses in some of the hottest nightclubs in the Austin area. We are the longest established rose company in Austin, and would like to hear from you. E-mail or phone is fine. This is a part-time position, but tons of fun. Prefer 21 and up, but will possibly consider the 18-20 age range. If e-mailing, please include some head shots to showcase that magnificent smile...Compensation: Commission + Tips."

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Midwife Assistant

"Austin area birthing center has an opening for a part-time, on-call nurse to help with natural childbirth in our facility on Duval Rd. This job requires someone with knowledge of birthing and patient care who is a warm, caring, mature caregiver. The on-call nature of the position requires someone who can afford to work only part-time and is very dependable and responsible. Experience with teaching breastfeeding would be a plus. You would be on-call for several 12 hour shifts per week, but only called in when there is an actual delivery. The open shifts are day shifts 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., and they are Friday, Saturday and Sunday shifts. This call schedule is 3 weekends per month with one weekend per month off. You would help out with the birth and 6 to 8 hours of post-partum care for mom and baby. LVNs, RNs, doulas who are also EMTs would be appropriate candidates. Hourly wages vary with credentials and experience level."

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Children's Fitness Instructor

"Are you an energetic, self-motivated individual seeking a fun and challenging opportunity working with children? If so you may be just the person we're looking for! As The Little Gym Instructor, your primary responsibility will be to teach great classes based on our proven curriculum and teaching methods. In addition, you will be working with a dynamic team of individuals who are committed to providing outstanding customer service and a Membership experience that is second to none! This position is also responsible for delivering great birthday parties. This role calls for an energetic, fun-loving person who enjoys playing games and has the natural ability to put a smile on the faces of children of all ages."

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Cancer Registrars

"Westat is seeking individuals for work based in the Washington, DC area. Individuals will conduct medical record abstraction; visual reviewing and editing; record consolidation; and medical coding of cancer cases in support of multiple cancer-related research projects. Knowledge of COC, NAACCR, NCI SEER and NPCR standards and experience with central cancer registry operations are preferred. CTR certification or documented CTR-eligibility and cancer registry experience are essential. Other requirements include a strong working knowledge of human anatomy, histology and cancer staging and treatment. Computer skills and proficiency in written and verbal communication are necessary. Individuals must be detail-oriented, comfortable in a research setting, dependable and able to work independently. Full- and part-time positions are available."

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Tree Climbers

"SavATree/SavaLawn is nationally recognized for providing quality tree care, plant health care and lawn care services to residential and commercial clients. Operating 17 branches in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maryland and Virginia, we are the premier provider of arboricultural services in the Northeast. Join our team of highly dedicated professionals and be totally focused on providing quality, customized services to our clients! Currently, we are recruiting Tree Climbers for our Saybrook, Conn., location...Applicable experience preferred: Proper pruning practices including large shade trees and ornamentals, Chain saw safety and operation. Tree climbing. Bucket truck operation. CDL."

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Metallurgist

"This staff level technical position will be responsible for providing technical support to engineering teams for ongoing projects in materials characterization, metallography, optical microscopy, SEM, EDS analysis and failure analysis areas. These projects entail the application and evaluation of advanced materials and manufacturing processes including ferrous, non-ferrous alloys and non-metallic materials such as ceramics and composites and the viability of their implementation into Department of Defense systems and components. This position will require a good understanding of metallography and failure analysis techniques for characterizing metallic and non-metallic materials and proficiency in using optical microscopes, SEM, EDS and image analysis equipment. General understanding of materials and manufacturing operations and processes is a plus. In addition, the qualified candidate will be responsible for assisting with the project work related to application of advanced materials to manufacturing and analyzing present material problems for various DoD applications. Additionally, this position will be responsible for identifying potentially promising technologies, and their application to practice, and adherence to environmental health and safety procedures in an ISO 9001, 14000 and AS 9100 environment."

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Meat Manager

"Responsible for managing the Meat Department to maximize gross profits. This includes ordering, receiving, displaying and rotating meat, cheese, prepared food and seafood products, enforcing trim standards, ensuring the merchandising and rotation of products, complying with sanitation and safety standards, addressing member questions, handling special requests, maintaining meat cutting equipment, supervising Meat Department Team Members, ordering supplies and conducting monthly inventories. Performs other duties as assigned. Strong interpersonal skills, an attention to detail and prior meat cutting experience required. Prior supervisory experience preferred. Note: This position requires working in refrigerated conditions. We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, tuition assistance, 401(k) plan and more! Send your resume today!"

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Catalog Designer

"A company that provides Japanese paper, "WASHI," to papermakers, printers, artists, designers and bookmakers has an immediate opening in its office/retail store in Santa Monica, Calif. The Candidate: Must have interests in WASHI, or Japanese culture. Must be willing to learn about WASHI. Prefer Japanese language skill, but not required. Must be able to use MAC, Illustrator and InDesign...The job duties include shipping products internationally/domestically, answering phone/e-mail inquiries, updating Webpage, writing/editing quarterly magazines, administrative work...Salary: $25,000 to $35,000."

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Weather Anchor

"KERO, Bakersfield's ABC affiliate, is seeking a talented Weather Anchor for the fastest growing morning newscast in the market. It is the personalities that set this newscast apart. So, if you like to have fun in the morning while delivering an accurate and informative forecast, this is the position for you. Candidates will have the ability to think on their feet and maintain a limited, but lively banter with our talented anchor and traffic reporter. This position requires a good knowledge of graphics, e-mail and the internet. A desire to report on occasion is also helpful."

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Psychotherapy Consultant

"Consultant needed 2 to 3 days to provide individual psychotherapy to adult and child population experiencing a range of emotional health needs. Several years of experience working with individuals and families in a mental health environment required. Familiarity with ACS, Dept. of Education, Criminal Justice, Foster Care and Preventive systems helpful. Weekly supervision provided. Must be computer literate, detail orientated and possess excellent time management skills. Clinic is located on a lovely block near the Brooklyn Museum."

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Dog Nanny

"A dog loving housekeeper/dog nanny is required to work in a family environment. The successful applicant will have the option of living in self-contained accommodation provided. Must be available to be company for 7 excellently behaved rescued dogs -- all shapes and sizes who are all part of the family. The job also involves housekeeping duties, i.e., basic cleaning, shopping etc. Hours include occasional evenings and weekends and housesitting/dog care whilst owners are on holiday (occasional weekends and annual holiday)."

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Geologist

"The Long Beach, Calif., office is seeking a degreed geologist, entry-level. Will perform a variety of routines to moderate tasks which provide familiarity and experience with technical staff, methods, practices and programs. Assigned work will be environmental in nature with an emphasis on investigation and remediation work, such as site assessments; sample collection; data evaluation and presentation; remediation system performance monitoring; regulatory permitting; regulatory reporting; and other similar tasks. Specific responsibilities include: Gathering, compiling and sometimes analyzing project-specific data for more senior personnel; participating in and preparing materials for project meetings and coordinating work flow; field sampling of soil, groundwater, air, surface water, or sediments; may supervise or direct the work of junior staff or subcontractors; may have budget tracking and proposal responsibilities; will perform other related duties as assigned by senior personnel."

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Beauty Ambassador

"Do you have an eye for color? We are currently seeking dynamic, self-motivated individuals who have a passion for cosmetics. Cosmetics is one of the most vibrant and fast-paced departments in Macy's and we'll rely on the Beauty Ambassadors to keep the customer's shopping experience fresh and new every day through outstanding customer service and product knowledge. A successful Beauty Ambassador with Bare Escentuals possesses an enthusiasm for success and the creativeness to make it happen. This part-time position maximizes sales by helping customers select and purchase merchandise, while following all company standards, policies and procedures. Embraces Bare Escentuals company philosophy while striving for superior customer service and sales."

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Hay Handlers

"I am looking for people who can work part-time loading trucks with hay. Pay ranges from $15 to $20/hour. Average load takes 2 to 3 hours."

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Park Ranger

"As a Park Ranger, you will ensure the ongoing safety and security of park visitors in Riverside County by patrolling, monitoring and maintaining large areas of off-road territory, and interacting with and educating the public. If you enjoy spending your days outdoors, have a passion for protecting the environment and are confident on undeveloped roads, this may be the career you've been looking for...Well qualified candidates will have college coursework in Park or Recreation Management, Forestry, Botany, Environmental Science, Public Administration or a closely related field and/or experience in the operations, development or maintenance of a park, forest, or public or recreational or historical area...Salary: $31,518.86 to $40,865.55 annually."

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Assistant to Vegan Baker

"Looking for a responsible, energetic person to come in the morning, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Mon. through Fri. The job includes, washing and prepping pans for baking (oil+flour), shopping, some lifting (50lbs.), helping to mix batters, etc. A perfect position for a person who needs some extra cash and has the mornings free. Kitchen experience required...Compensation: $8/hour, payment once a week (Friday)."

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Fish Farm Workers

"Tend brooding ponds, harvest spawn, tend fry nursery tanks, care for the fingerling rearing ponds and tend stock fish holding ponds, monitor brooding ponds, feed fish by hand and feeder, collect spawn from nesting containers, tend fry hatching troughs, feed fry and fingerlings, transfer fingerlings to rearing ponds, move brood stock back to holding ponds. Monitor water temperature/oxygen levels in ponds; feed fish; to maintain pond areas by removing weeds, grass, etc. Work outside in cold and heat, work in 4'-4 1/2' water in catfish pond. Handle live fish, some heavy lifting 3/4 of work period guaranteed, tools and equipment provided."

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Circus Instructors

"Circus instructors and coaches are sought for both professional and recreational level classes in the following disciplines: Sport Acrobatics, Trampoline and Tumbling, Aerial Acrobatics, Hand Balancing, Artistic and Rhythmic Gymnastics, Juggling and Prop Manipulation, Clowning, Commedia, Mime and Physical Acting, Dance and Contortion (and) specialty acts such as Banquine, Risley, Chinese Pole, Russian Swing, Rebound Stilts, Korean Plank. All work will be with adults, in and around New York City, to commence late October/early November 2007 and beyond. Full-time, part-time and hourly positions available. Salary commensurate with experience and level of proficiency. Employer is fully insured and carries disability, workers comp and unemployment."

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Parachute Rigger

"The Rhode Island National Guard will train you to jump out of aircrafts, pack parachutes and repair them. The Parachute Rigger maintains all airdrop equipment used in airdrop operations. There is initial paid full-time training where you will attend Basic Training, Airborne school and then Parachute Rigger school. You will then perform Airborne duties with us 1 weekend a month and 2 weeks in the summer, about 40 days a year minimum. We also offer free college tuition to all RI state schools and federal tuition assistance to all other accredited schools. This offer will be filled quickly, there are only 2 positions available."

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Postpartum Doula

"My husband works from home and I'm on maternity leave until end of March. Expecting our first baby towards the end of October. Have two Maltese dogs and a cat (fyi in case you have pet allergies). What we're looking for: A well referenced (female) postpartum doula with breastfeeding support experience (to give me some tips) as well as newborn care. Please be infant CPR certified and preferably part of DONA. Would like for you to come in every day the first week or two after the baby arrives and then maybe 2-3 times per week for a few hours. Please have your own car and good references. Would need to run some errands once in a while but no house cleaning (have 1x week cleaning service). Just help out with general baby laundry and baby-related clean up, etc. Looking for someone that is patient, professional and experienced. Please provide your asking hourly rate."

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Lego Robotics Coach

"P.S. 58 is seeking an assistant coach to work with fourth and fifth grader on a FIRST Lego League robotics team. We are located conveniently across the street from the Carroll Street subway stop on the F/G line in Carroll Gardens Brooklyn. The assistant coach will work with the head coach two days a week as well several Saturdays during competition dates. (December 8th and January 26th, 2008). Responsibilities include: 1) Supervising 12 children in the computer lab as well as designing, constructing and programming NXT Robotics Kits using Lego Mindstorms for NXT. (Coach does not need to be familiar with the program but should be willing to learn). 2) Commitment to work with the team every Monday and Wednesday afternoon from 3p.m. to 5 p.m. throughout the fall season (Ends on January 30th, 2008). 3) Collaborate with parent volunteers who help to work during the program."

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Czech Translator

"Czech translator needed for an MTV documentary about a young Czech women's basketball player who leaves Prague to play NCAA ball in New York City. Job entails translating several hours of video into English. Translator can work from home on his/her own hours; we will provide footage on a DVD and we will ask for Word documents of the translations."

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Matrimonial Attorney

"Looking for a lawyer with 7+ years of litigation experience focusing on matrimonial and family law. Someone who has successfully handled a variety of divorce cases from start to finish including trials. Must be versed in handling complicated equitable distribution cases, complicated custody and support cases. This is an of-counsel position. Very flexible schedule. Please provide your hourly rate "

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Life Skills Coach

"High functioning autistic man in his 50s needs a dedicated life skills coach. This position entails joining him in social and recreational activities. Activities may include going to the YMCA (swimming and basketball), cooking and going out to restaurants, dance classes and other activities he may attend. The ideal candidate will have a good sense of humor, be empathetic, trustworthy and patient. Strong dedication and commitment, along with flexibility are imperative. This is an opportunity for you to challenge yourself and to be involved in an exciting innovative program...Experience with autism is helpful, but not required."

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Violin Teacher

"Looking for a patient, nurturing violin teacher to come to our home for our 6-year-old girl with special needs. One day a week, either Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday between 4 p.m. and 5 p.m. Sunday afternoons are also an option. Experience in special education, music education and/or music therapy a plus! Compensation: Negotiable based on experience."

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Tobacco Help Line Coordinator

"Supervise the operation of a Tobacco Helpline aimed at assisting people who are incarcerated. Provide tobacco education and cessation counseling over the phone. Supervising the day-to-day operations of the Tobacco helpline. Responsible for hiring, scheduling and supervising volunteers and/or staff. Track daily activities such as number of phone calls, (Nicotine Replacement Therapy) NRT's, educational materials, etc. Develop mechanisms to keep track of information and materials that are disseminated via tobacco education/cessation hotline. Monitor volunteers to ensure that they deliver information accurately and materials quickly. Attend some selected meetings/trainings that will enhance the provision of hotline services. Responsible for scheduling/conducting trainings that may benefit the hotline and its volunteers. Conduct outreach to prisons throughout NYS correctional facilities to ensure that inmates in NYS prisons have access to our hotline. Responsible for the portion of the monthly report that addresses services provided via the hotline. Develop a mailing list of callers, tobacco cessation organizations, etc...We offer a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package, including 4 weeks vacation."

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Sex Coach

"Use Masters and Johnson and other sex therapy techniques to help men overcome sexual dysfuction including premature ejaculation and erectile dysfunction. Legal. Safe. Must be comfortable and open with your sexuality, have the ability to be a good teacher, be attractive, intelligent, compassionate and STD free. The desire to help others is crucial and is the great reward of this position. Related experience a plus but will train right candidate. Monday-Thursday, afternoons and evenings only. Great position for someone pursuing other interests such as school and needing reasonable income. As intensive training is involved, a one-year commitment is requested."

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Mexican Revolution Era Expert

"A new feature film production company based in NYC is seeking someone for a part-time contract assignment to do some research and verify some historical elements in a feature film script. This person must be able to verify some historic events and information regarding the Mexican Revolution, between the dates of 1900-1920. An added bonus would also be someone who was familiar with Mexican customs/traditions and language during that period. The screenplay is ready for review, and we need someone asap to help us 'polish' the script in this respect."

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