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JOBS EFGHI H SUNDAY, AUGUST 1, 2010 Warring bosses must solve their own problems
HOW TO DEAL Lily Garcia
I’mrunning out of ideas for how
to deal with a situation betweenmy two bosses. I report to each of them equally and I findmyself triangulated into squabbles that they have with each other. I get caught in the crossfire of what amounts to a turfwar between their respective departments. They are accomplished professionals and leaders in their specialties, but when it comes to acting professionally toward each other,well, that’s a struggle for them. I’ve donemy best to grin and bear
it and just go aboutmywork as best I can. The thought of initiating a meeting with the two of them seems like overkill and potentially detrimental tomeandmy position, but I’mgetting so tired of their cranky comments to and about each other. Any ideas of howI could handle it short of a meeting between us all?
LAUGHING STOCK/CORBIS It is grossly unprofessional of your
bosses to use you as an outlet for their frustrations about each other. And you have a right to feel exhausted by their negativity.However, it would be inadvisable for you to attempt the role of peacemaker. The conflict between your bosses is
theirs to resolve, either on their own terms or with the guidance and encouragement of a more-senior manager. If you try to mediate between them, however subtly, you will be overstepping your bounds and inviting them both to turn their hostility onto you. Yet you have the obligation and the
right to address the effect of your bosses’ squabbling on your ability to do your best work. It is one thing to tolerate a fewharmless “cranky comments” from each about the other. It is quite another to dodge the
crossfire of an all-out turf war. In the face of mere negative comments, you should keep doing your best to maintain a cheerful outlook. Do not engage either boss in a dialogue about the other, but also do not attempt to defuse the comments with positive ones. That would only make you seem argumentative, call your allegiance into question and add fuel to their disagreement. When one of your bosses begins to rant about the shortcomings of the other, listen politely and attentively, smile, and quickly change the subject. Anyone who has parented a toddler
can tell you that distraction will defuse a volatile situation more effectively than anything else.As accomplished professionals in their respective areas of expertise, your bosses might enjoy the opportunity to
demonstrate the depth of their knowledge. So feel free to ask them challenging technical questions that will drawtheir energy and attention elsewhere while actually addressing issues that are relevant to your job. If you face the more serious challenge of reporting to two supervisors who give you contradictory instructions, make you the go-between for their disagreements or otherwise use you to hurt each other, then you must address the problem more directly. In that case, I would advise you to
call a meeting, but not to discuss how your bosses can get along or even how it feels to be manipulated by them. Instead, focus on discussing how you can structure your dual-reporting relationship so that your bosses agree on your objectives and how they are
to be accomplished. You might suggest, for example, the development of a master project list to which they must both agree before you begin an assignment. Think about other practical project-management tools that will make it easier for you to keep your bosses focused on getting the work done rather than on how much they dislike each other. You run a risk any time you make a
bold move. But if you don’t assert some control over the professional dynamic among the three of you, you might soon become just another professional casualty.
Lily Garcia has advised companies on employment lawand human resources for more than 10 years.
Harassed (?) by CEO: I just started a job that I love. A few weeks ago, I was at a conference, where I was approached by our CEO as I was walking back to my hotel room late at night. He was extremely drunk; I was not. The short ver- sion is that he asked me to “hook up” with him. (Yes, he used that term.) My response was to ask what was wrong with him and to ask him to leave. He took that well enough. He was angry and said a lot of other things, but he didn’t touch me. Needless to say, I am incredibly uncomfort- able. I’m not sure what to do because I would like to keep my job. I’m not sure whether he remem- bers the incident, so, on one hand, I could let it go. But on the other hand, there could be conse- quences in letting it go. I did manage to get back to my room and then write myself time- and date- stamped e-mail notes should I need them. My current thought is to have a lawyer take some kind of statement from me in case there’s any fol- low-up harassment or retaliation for rejecting him. I am in my early 30s and have a middle- management position, and he’s no more than 10 years older. Do you have any advice?
Lily Garcia: Report the incident immediately to human resources or to the legal department. Read your company’s anti-harassment policy and follow the established complaint procedure to the letter. You need to do your part to docu- ment and address the issue internally. It does not sound like your CEO took the rejection very well, so you need to do all that you can to ensure that your job is not threatened. I think it is pre- mature to consult an attorney. If you are subject to any negative personnel action you think is re- lated to your refusal of the CEO’s advances, then it is time to call a lawyer. I am sorry to hear that you are having to deal with this!
JOBS CHAT LILY GARCIA
CEO’s booze-fueled blunder puts new hire in tough spot Adapted from a recent online discussion.
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Kongsberg Gruppen
(KONGSBERG) is an inter- national,
sion of Kongsberg Gruppen is located in Kongsberg, Norway. KPS’ product area is weapon control systems including the highly successful Protector Remote Weapon Station (RWS). Kongsberg Defense (KD) Corporation is the US subsidiary of KPS and is located in Johnstown, PA.KDCorporation presently serves as the principal manufacturing center and service center for RWS deliveries to the USArmy. KDCorporation is currently seeking an experienced individual to join our team for the following position. This position is located in Alexandria,VA.
KO#175–U.S.Training and Simulations Manager
This position will communicate the capabilities of the Kongs- berg Remote Weapon Station “Trainer” unit for the purpose of developing business throughout U.S. markets and provide customer service for current users. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to informing the U.S. Government capability requirements writers of the technical capabilities of the trainer unit using a variety of formats and mediums. Participate in strategic planning sessions to ensure a trainer is developed concurrently with any newproducts being introduced to the U.S. market. Inform target market end users of the capabilities of the trainer using various formats/mediums. Assist in proposal development in response to U.S. government solicitations. Perform direct customer service in the U.S. by ensuring that the product is delivered, sustained and improved throughout its life cycle. Bachelor Degree required, preferably in Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing. Recently separated U.S. Army veteran with 4 or more years of service and an Honorable Discharge preferred. In lieu of military experience, a simulation and training industry professional with 4 or more years of experience in the field will be considered equivalent. Combat experience in Operation Iraqi Freedom or Operation Enduring Freedom in an M2/M3, Bradley Fighting Vehicle, M1A1/A2, Abrams Tank, or Common Remotely Operated Weapons Station equipped organization required. Demonstrated past perfor- mance as a military or simulation and training civilian training manager with the application of training devices to include conduct of fire trainers, embedded trainers, and/or precision gunnery training systems, and military laser eval- uation systems. Must have strong verbal and written com- munication skills. Knowledge of government contracting and Department of Defense regulations necessary. Strong presentation and negotiation skills necessary. Must relocate to the Northern Virginia area as this position is located in Alexandria,VA.Travel required.
100% company-paid health, dental, and vision insurance; 401K plan with employer match; flexiblework schedule; life insurance; paid time off, employee stock purchase, and competitive salary.
Our total compensation package includes
Interested applicants must fill out a Kongsberg employment application to be considered for the position. Resumes and salary requirements must also accompany the application. Email your resume:
Tiffany.Byers@kongsberg.com and an application will be sent or applications may be picked up at:
Kongsberg Defense Corporation, 210 Industrial Park Road, Johnstown, PA 15904
The closing date for applications isAugust 8, 2010. Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
group with more than 5,200 employees in some 25 countries. Kongsberg supplies high-tech- nology systems and solutions to customers engaged in oil and gas production, the merchant marine, and the defense and aerospace industries. Kongsberg Protech Systems (KPS), a divi-
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Director Corporate Relations
The American Association for Cancer Research, Inc., the oldest and largest cancer research organization in the world seeks a senior level development professional to assist the Chief Development Officer/Executive Director AACR Foundation with responsibilities related to corporate fundraising. This newly created opportunity exists for an individual w/proven track record in planning, executing, and acquiring major corporate contributions. Will have high visibility within organization, working with key colleagues, board, and volunteers to identify and cultivate contributor sources and secures funding in support of organization’s mission. Will solicit corporate contributions with emphasis on pharmaceutical and biotech communities—domestic and international, will assist in development and implementation of strategic plan to increase current level of corporate giving. Position offers successful individual a leadership role in the development and achievement of AACR’s fundraising goals.
Skills/Requirements: 10 or more years Experience. Excellent verbal-written communication skills, exceptionally high level of interpersonal/relationship building abilities, passion for AACR’s mission to prevent/cure cancer, Master’s Degree required, Ph.D., in Life Sciences preferred, extensive knowledge of pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. Working knowledge of rules/regulations affecting pharmaceutical industries, including ACCME standards for Commercial Support, PhRMA Code and impact on revenue generating strategies for non-profit organizations. Submit resume & cover letter to: Human Resources, P.O. Box 40138, Philadelphia, PA 19106, Fax: (215) 440-1045, E-mail:
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Biometric Systems Engineer Clarksburg WV
Work with MITRE, a Fortune 100 Best Company to Work For, to perform systems engineering and software development activities for biometric and identity management IT programs. You will perform biometric system piloting and prototyping for the Dept. of Justice, providing prototype development and software tool development, system integration, biometric fusion analysis, and evaluate potential new solutions to national security and law enforcement problems. You will also research biometric modalities and develop identity management software.
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