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Directs and oversees activities and personnel engaged in selecting, gathering, and editing news and news photographs for one or more specialized news departments of newspaper. Collects and analyzes information about newsworthy events to write news stories for publication or broadcast. Evaluates news leads and news tips to develop story idea.

Gathers and verifies factual information regarding story through interview, observation, and research. Organizes material, determines slant or emphasis, and writes story according to prescribed editorial style and format standards. May select submitted material such as letters or articles for publication. May assign cartoons or editorials to staff members. May edit, or assist in editing, videos for broadcast. May transmit information to Newswriter for story writing. May edit copy and perform related duties as required. [-] Less

Directs and... [+] More

Directs and oversees activities and personnel engaged in selecting, gathering, and editing news and news photographs for one or more specialized news departments of newspaper. Collects and analyzes information about newsworthy events to write news stories for publication or broadcast. Evaluates news leads and news tips to develop story idea.

Gathers and verifies factual information regarding story through interview, observation, and research. Organizes material, determines slant or emphasis, and writes story according to prescribed editorial style and format standards. May select submitted material such as letters or articles for publication. May assign cartoons or editorials to staff members. May edit, or assist in editing, videos for broadcast. May transmit information to Newswriter for story writing. May edit copy and perform related duties as required. [-] Less

Directs and coordinates various activities of personnel engaged in installing and maintaining municipal emergency and business radio communications equipment, and in operating police, fire, or other municipal radio transmitters

ensures that government regulations concerning installation and operation of municipal radio stations... [+] More

Directs and coordinates various activities of personnel engaged in installing and maintaining municipal emergency and business radio communications equipment, and in operating police, fire, or other municipal radio transmitters

ensures that government regulations concerning installation and operation of municipal radio stations are complied with. Participates in operation, testing, and development of all types of police, fire, or other municipal communication systems. Submits required reports to designated authorities concerning communications equipment status, such as nature of business transacted over radio station, character of radio repairs made or needed, and general condition of municipal communications system. Confers with municipal authorities for approval of major capital investments needed in establishing and maintaining system. Cooperates with fire, weather station, and civil defense authorities to originate or relay emergency messages. In communities where equipment is used primarily for police broadcasts, may be a police officer and be designated according to rank as radio-division captain; radio-division lieutenant. [-] Less

Directs and oversees all e-commerce functions. Heads the overall organizational effort to develop and manage e-commerce projects. Provides leadership and guidance in the development of concepts, strategies, planning, implementation, and coordination of e-commerce marketing projects.

Plans and directs activities resulting in... [+] More

Directs and oversees all e-commerce functions. Heads the overall organizational effort to develop and manage e-commerce projects. Provides leadership and guidance in the development of concepts, strategies, planning, implementation, and coordination of e-commerce marketing projects.

Plans and directs activities resulting in a favorable positioning of the company's products and/or services to target audience. Determines and maintains on-line assortment, pricing, promotions, and product presentation. Leads the development of new business opportunities. Develops new, and maintains current, e-commerce partnerships and alliances, including acquisitions and investments. Analyzes web usage trends to improve and/or add functionality. Tracks and reports on effectiveness of projects. Reads trade journals and periodicals to remain up-to-date on current and emerging trends and technologies in the area of e-commerce. [-] Less

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Plans, coordinates, and advises all organization divisions as to means of obtaining maximum advertising effectiveness in creating consumer demand. Aids marketing personnel in all divisions in developing marketing plans, and in the creation of advertising themes, development of programs, and selection of media.

Directs staff and coordinates packaging and graphics for all products in all divisions. Provides ideas and creative guidance to marketing personnel. Works with personnel on the selection of advertising agencies. Evaluates and analyzes the effectiveness of advertising, and makes recommendations for any improvements indicated. Counsels marketing personnel on questions involving good taste in advertising and acceptable advertising practice. Works with legal department and marketing personnel on interpretation of Governmental rulings affecting advertising. Coordinates division and product advertising budgets. Acts as a liaison and/or coordinator on advertising projects involving two or more divisions. Studies and evaluates advertising strategies and use of media by others in industry. Develops and maintains good relationships in the advertising field. [-] Less

Directs customer service staff and activities, and plans, develops, and establishes policies and objectives of customer service in accordance with objectives of organization.

Confers with organization officials to assure customer service objectives are in concert with business plans and objectives. Develops... [+] More

Directs customer service staff and activities, and plans, develops, and establishes policies and objectives of customer service in accordance with objectives of organization.

Confers with organization officials to assure customer service objectives are in concert with business plans and objectives. Develops organizational customer service policies and coordinates related functions. Directs and coordinates customer service programs and activities. Explains firm's customer service programs and how use of programs can promote customer relations and sales. Directs employees engaged in customer service who may provide product support, investigate, evaluate, and settle complaints and other related programs. Directs customer service employees concerning products, rates or service in connection with products or services offered. Analyzes reports of findings and recommends response to customer service issues considering nature and complexity of the issue. Directs the activities and actions of subordinates to ensure customer service issues are handled correctly. Authorizes retention of data and preparation of documents. Prepares activity reports for evaluation by management. [-] Less

Directs, plans, develops, and coordinates all planning and implementation of practices, policies, programs, procedures, and personnel activities of an organization's engineering efforts. Oversees the design, modification, and improvement of company products and/or services; design testing and maintenance of production processes,... [+] More

Directs, plans, develops, and coordinates all planning and implementation of practices, policies, programs, procedures, and personnel activities of an organization's engineering efforts. Oversees the design, modification, and improvement of company products and/or services; design testing and maintenance of production processes, machinery, and/or equipment; design and maintenance of facilities, equipment, and physical layout; reliability improvements; cost engineering; construction and engineering project management; and other related activities. Directs engineering management in formulating plans, designs, cost estimates, and specifications.

Reviews engineering designs in light of the organization's strategic goals and return on investment. Provides technical support and assistance to other operating units of the organization. Conducts special investigations and studies to evaluate efficiency of engineering programs. Confers with manufacturing and research departments to ensure product design, development, and modification are in conformance with organization's goals and objectives. Establishes budget controls. Reviews, approves, and coordinates product and process changes to maintain or improve cost/benefit ratio. Assesses working conditions to ensure compliance with all regulations and safety standards. [-] Less

Develops, implements, and coordinates, through support staff and lower managers, environmental plans, policies, and programs on matters involving air, land, and water conservation, to prevent or eliminate any negative environmental effect of operations that involve the organization, employees, and the... [+] More

Develops, implements, and coordinates, through support staff and lower managers, environmental plans, policies, and programs on matters involving air, land, and water conservation, to prevent or eliminate any negative environmental effect of operations that involve the organization, employees, and the public. Ensures the organization is in compliance with all Federal, State, and local laws regarding the environment and the safety and health of the employees and the public. Typically reports to Chief Executive Officer or Chief Operations Officer and supervises Environmental Director.

Develops initial and subsequent modifications of environmental program to delineate areas of responsibility, personnel requirements, and operational procedures within program, consistent with and according to company goals and policies. Analyzes and evaluates information concerning factors, such as business situations, production capabilities, manufacturing problems, economic trends, and design and development of new approaches. Debates alternative methods and procedures in solving problems and meeting changing market opportunities. Cooperates with other top management personnel in formulating and establishing company policies, operating procedures, and goals. Confers with top management personnel preparatory to formulating fiscal budget for environmental program. Conducts management meetings and reviews program organizational policies, to coordinate functions and operations between departments and to establish responsibilities and procedures for attaining objectives. Reviews technical problems and procedures of departments and recommends solutions to problems or changes in procedures. Visits and confers with representatives of material and component requirements. Reviews technical publications, articles, and abstracts to stay abreast of technical developments in industry. [-] Less

Directs, plans, and controls activities relating to contract, bid, and estimation of the cost of labor and materials for projects, products, or services to obtain optimum efficiency and economy of operations and to maximize profits. Plans, develops, directs, establishes, and... [+] More

Directs, plans, and controls activities relating to contract, bid, and estimation of the cost of labor and materials for projects, products, or services to obtain optimum efficiency and economy of operations and to maximize profits. Plans, develops, directs, establishes, and implements organization policies, procedures, and objectives in accordance with objectives of the organization through subordinate administrative personnel.

Analyzes and approves department budget and requests to identify areas in which reductions can be made, and allocates operating budget. Directs preparation of and reviews activity, operating, and sales reports to determine changes in estimates. Recommends changes in policies to serve in the best interest of the organization. [-] Less

Directs, develops, administers, and coordinates all phases of an organization's computer department, including systems design, programming, installation, and operation. Collaborates with the CEO and Board of Directors, setting the short- and long-term strategic objectives while providing the management necessary to... [+] More

Directs, develops, administers, and coordinates all phases of an organization's computer department, including systems design, programming, installation, and operation. Collaborates with the CEO and Board of Directors, setting the short- and long-term strategic objectives while providing the management necessary to achieve profits, growth, or other goals of the organization.

Identifies and communicates the strategic objectives and determines specific information requirements for management. Reviews and evaluates project feasibility studies based on management's requirements and priorities. Works with the CEO and Board of Directors to provide the framework for planning and communication. Achieves desired results through the use of budgets, proper contracts, and efficient decision making. Implements the installation and operation of information systems and equipment. Keeps current on new developments in information systems technology, and plans for future upgrades and organizational changes. Keeps abreast of government regulations applicable to systems operations and ensures corporate compliance. Manages several direct reports, often including department heads. [-] Less