Source: RidetoworkdayUK
Apart from the fun element, I learned from this video that bike riders (in UK??) save an average of 306 hours annually off their commutes.. So, what will you do with so much free time? :lol: Oh, and the Ride To Work Day in UK is June 18th.. Are you ready to don the leather & latex?
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NIC, the leading provider of eGovernment services, is seeking a dynamic individual to assist with growing NIC’s business with the federal government. We are looking for someone who can develop and implement effective business development plans, identify new business opportunities and cultivate, influence and win new business with federal government agencies.
Director of Marketing and Business Development
This position designs, executes and manages development of federal information technology business opportunities for NIC. This person will be part of the NIC federal management team. The most qualified candidates will have experience with Internet/technology, marketing and public relations, federal business development and the candidate will have exceptional communication skills. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, organized, able to balance multiple priorities simultaneously, skilled at developing client relationships and be comfortable serving as a company spokesperson and representative at industry and government events.. Prior work experience with US Congress or a federal government agency is desired. This position will have significant growth opportunity depending upon the skills, experience, and initiative of the individual.
Responsibilities include:
Job Requirements
Benefits:
Salary:
$80k – $100k depending upon experience
This is a great opportunity to join a successful company at the management level, with opportunity for growth. Please send a copy of your resume along with a cover letter to my address (transportgooru@gmail.com) and I’ll get you a quick response.
NIC is an equal opportunity employer
(via NTOC)
This position will be open from Thursday, May 31, 2012 to Friday, June 29, 2012. For complete information and to apply, click on the link below.
Job Title: Director, Office of Freight Management and Operations
Department: Department Of Transportation
Agency: Federal Highway Administration
Job Announcement Number: FHWA.SES-2012-0015
http://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/317947800
JOB SUMMARY:
Come on board with us and take a journey that will challenge your mind and develop your career. The quality of our lives, the shape of our communities and the productivity of our Nation’s economy depend on our transportation systems. We recognize and value the importance of our workforce and the diversity of backgrounds and ideas that each employee brings. The U.S. Department of Transportation: Careers in Motion.
The Director, Office of Freight Management and Operations, is responsible for developing and administering nationwide surface transportation programs, policies, and regulations designed to enhance the safety, efficiency, productivity and security of freight operations.
DUTIES:
The SES Office Director provides executive leadership and direction on issues relating to the highway freight industry. Leads the development of the Federal Highway Administration’s (FHWA) intermodal goods movement vision, mission, strategies and policy direction. Represents the FHWA in national and international freight industry forums, facilitates and supports the development of coalitions among shippers, carriers, freight forwarders, and public agencies to improve freight operations. In collaboration with transportation stakeholders, leads the development of partnerships, networks, associations, and agreements to develop efficient freight operations on high speed, multi-state trade/transportation corridors, and at key intermodal connectors. Directs the development of metrics for freight productivity; directs a program of data collection in cooperation with the Bureau of Transportation Statistics and other Federal agencies and leads analysis to assess goods movement trends and needs; leads the development of an intermodal freight research agenda, including the application of intelligent transportation system technologies; builds a professional capacity building program, and directs the review of state certification of compliance with truck size and weight regulations.
(Source: Symphony Services via Mashable.com)
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The Thai government now has a serious problem and should jump in immediately before the country’s image takes a further in the minds of the foreign visitors. Hate it when the police are corrupt like this..
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(Source: Newsilike)
This neat infograph showcases the progress and milestones achieved in Motorcycle safety in Britain over the years.. and today I learned that Motorcycles are excluded from London’s congestion charging..
The Evolution of Motorcycle Safety via Bennetts- image courtesy: NewsiLike.com
(Source: NTOC)
The latest national traffic signal assessment conducted by the National Transportation Operations Coalition (NTOC), a group of transportation associations, shows that gradual but steady progress is being made on the management and operation of traffic signals despite continued funding challenges. NTOC today released the 2012 National Traffic Signal Report Card with a grade of 69, equivalent to a D+ letter grade, based upon the assessment. The 2012 score is a modest four point improvement over the 2007 result of a D letter grade (65). The effort to improve the Nation’s traffic signal systems is driven by benefits such as reduced fuel consumption and congestion mitigation. Grading themselves in five areas, 241 respondents, representing approximately 39 percent of all traffic signals in the United States, completed the self assessment. The complete grades are as follows:
The 2012 National Traffic Signal Report Card shows that while there is still much work to be done, many jurisdictions have used objectives-based approaches that result in improvements to their management and operations of traffic signals. The 2012 National Traffic Signal Report Card Technical Report and Executive Summary can be found at www.ite.org/reportcard.
Brilliant stuff.. FIAT is getting super creative lately with their messaging.. (Correction: The title wrongly noted the origin as Portugal but actually it is from Brazil, where they speak Portuguese).
Image Courtesy: via Reddit
(Source: Collegeathome via LifeHacker)
This data-laden infograph shows some scary stat.. Good news is that shortening your commute by 20 minutes might lower your risk of neck and back pain by 14%, obesity by 20%, and heart attack by 300% . Now if you will excuse me, I’ve to go find a job near my home or find a home near my job.
Image Courtesy: Collegeathome via LifeHacker
