Vol. 19, No. 4	Sept. 23, 1999

#00P036 and #00P037 Admissions Counselor; Admissions Officer, (two positions, Level 12), Admissions- REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree and experience working in at least one of the following areas: admissions or financial aid office, either as a student worker or as a professional employee; student life, residence life or academic advisement position; or secondary school as a guidance counselor, teacher or college advisor. Effective speaking and presentation skills, strong writing skills, good judgment, energetic with a tolerance for working long hours, enthusiasm for working with college students and for representing the University of Delaware and the ability to hand1e individual projects while working as part of team are essential. A valid U.S. driver's license is required. Any of the following would be an advantage: strong computer and web skills; experience or training in areas that would help UD recruit and evaluate students from culturally and economically diverse backgrounds, as well as students with special talents-such as visual and performing arts, athletics, science or engineering. DUTIES: Recruitment and travel within an assigned geographic region (seven weeks of travel in the fall, two to three weeks in the spring) that may consist of high school visits, college nights and college fairs, conducting evening programs and contacting alumni supporters; evaluating freshman and transfer applications; conducting on-campus information sessions to audiences large and small; assisting UD colleges in on-campus recruitment programs and activities. Additional responsibilities may include training alumni volunteers and working with guidance counselors and educational organizations, as well as other duties and projects as assigned by the director of admissions or other senior staff members. Position frequently requires weekend and extended hours work, especially during the fall travel season and during the evaluation season (January through March). CONTACT: Submit a resume with a well-written cover letter that explains the applicant's interest in UD and to a career in undergraduate admissions. Include the names, titles, addresses and phone numbers of at least three professional references to Jeffrey Rivell, Senior Associate Director of Enrollment Services, Office of Undergraduate Admissions, University of Delaware 116 Hullihen Hall, Newark, DE 19716. DEADLINE: Nov. 1.

#00P039 Assistant Director (Level 15), Laboratory Animal Facility - REQUIREMENTS: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, DVM or VMD from an institution accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association and be licensed in at least one state, preferably Delaware. Board eligibility by ACLAM (American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine) is preferred. Requires two to three years' experience in providing laboratory animal research services. DUTIES: Report to the director of laboratory animal care and support the University-wide laboratory animal care program, with responsibility for compliance with all applicable laws, rules, regulations and policies related to the humane and appropriate treatment, care and use of laboratory animals. Provide routine clinical veterinary animal care to all animals that have been approved for use by the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC); review animal protocols with the IACUC; confer with principal investigators performing research activities and assist them when required; provide training of the animal facility staff, which includes the facility manager, senior laboratory technicians, animal caretaker, work-study students, investigators and graduate students. In the absence of the director, assume responsibility for management of the facility. CONTACT: Letters of application, with resume and three letters of reference, to Calvin L. Keeler Jr., Chair, Search Committee, Office of the Vice Provost for Research, 210 Hullihen Hall, University of Delaware, Newark, DE 19716. DEADLINE: The search will remain open until the position is filled.

#00S045 Library Generalist (L-05), University Library Interlibrary Loan Unit/Access Services Department- Minimum $17,945 per annum. Hours are 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday. REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or GED with three years of library experience preferred; two years of college course work preferred. Knowledge of library records, bibliographic networks and databases, and procedures in specific departmental operations; ability to follow complex written and oral instructions; ability to prepare reports and keep records; high level of accuracy and attention to detail; ability to work independently and devise solutions to problems; computer keyboard skills; demonstrated ability to use intermediate computer techniques in word-processing, spreadsheet, database and web-based applications; and the ability to communicate effectively. DUTIES: Verify, search and order Interlibrary Loan requests via OCLC Prism subsystem, commercial document suppliers and ALA forms. Process invoices for Interlibrary Loan services from other libraries and institutions. Authorize payment on invoices and contact other institutions concerning billing questions. Resolve charges and other issues for items not received by UD. Assist library users via telephone and in person at the Interlibrary Loan service desk. Instruct users in completing request forms and interpret library policies and procedures for users. DEADLINE: Sept. 27.

#00S058 Senior Records Specialist (R-05), Registrar's Office-THIS POSITION IS LIMITED TO UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE EMPLOYEES. Minimum of $17,945 per annum. REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or GED with three years of responsible clerical/record processing and/or inventory control experience; and demonstrated customer service skills. Additional related education may be substituted for required experience. Broad knowledge of University systems, policies and procedures, as well as federal and state regulations preferred. Ability to create and maintain databases, spreadsheets and documents; demonstrated ability to use intermediate word processing techniques; hands-on experience with electronic information systems; and the ability to communicate and interact well with people of all ages and diverse backgrounds. DUTIES: Responsible for the day-to-day operation of the UD#1 CARD area including, but not limited to, educating numerous cardholders as to card security, PIN application as it applies to the varied card uses, maintenance of the AT&T system to guarantee card functionality, supervision of staff, billing accountability and equipment maintenance. Analyze and edit data using the Student Information System and AT&T System (card) to determine eligibility of card privileges and accounts. Maintain office equipment to include cameras, encoders and printers. Coordinate services with vendors, maintenance records for service and shipping equipment. DEADLINE: Sept. 27.

#00S059 Executive Secretary (S-06), Facilities Management-THIS POSITION IS LIMITED TO UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE EMPLOYEES. Minimum $19,230 per annum. REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or GED with four years of increasingly responsible secretarial experience. Additional secretarial training or related education may be substituted for required experience. Associate degree or equivalent course work in business administration or related field preferred. University experience desirable. Extensive knowledge of office practices and procedures; knowledge of the principles and practices of office management; ability to handle multiple assignments concurrently, analyze and interpret data, make independent decisions in keeping with level of the position, plan, assign, review and evaluate the work of other personnel; demonstrated ability to use advanced techniques in spreadsheet, database, and presentation software; and ability to communicate effectively and interact well with people of all ages and diverse backgrounds. Microsoft Office experience preferred. Must pass typing test (45 wpm). DUTIES: Take minutes at meetings and transcribe from tapes. Prepare administrative forms, correspondence or non-routine reports that may contain confidential information; insure compliance with policies and procedures; coordinate scheduling for appointments, meetings, conferences and lectures; make travel arrangements; respond to inquiries and initiate fact-finding to resolve issues of a non-routine nature. Handle sensitive issues; exercise independent judgment in critical or urgent situations; determine which issues to bring to the supervisor's attention and communicates them appropriately. Attend departmental staff meetings; make presentations regarding new office policies and procedures; develop and/or initiate new office forms and procedures. DEADLINE: Sept. 27.

#00S060 Staff Assistant (S-06), Student Centers-THIS POSITION IS LIMITED TO UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE EMPLOYEES. Minimum $19,230 per annum. REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or GED with four years of increasingly responsible secretarial experience. Additional secretarial training or related education may be substituted for required experience. Associate degree or equivalent college-level course work in business administration or related field preferred. University experience desirable. Extensive knowledge of office practices and procedures; ability to handle multiple assignments concurrently; knowledge of the principles and practices of office management; ability to analyze and interpret data, make independent decisions, plan, assign, review and evaluate the work of other personnel; demonstrated ability to use advanced techniques in word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software. Must pass typing test (45 wpm). DUTIES: Perform complex secretarial and administrative duties to support the assistant director of operations with daily events such as assisting with set-up details and communicating with custodial staff. Coordinate the vendor program and maintain direct contact with vendors to market space in the student centers. Includes scheduling, correspondence of confirmations, billing and payment posting. Maintain, verify and implement sales and solicitation per University policies and procedures. Work closely with students, student employees, office staff, vendors and campus community. Maintain calendar for the assistant director of operations. Assist with overall functions of the operations office the student centers as requested. DEADLINE: Sept. 27.

#00S061 Records Clerk (R-02), Student Centers-Minimum $15,111 per annum. REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or GED. One year of general office experience preferred. Knowledge of clerical record maintenance, basic math skills, basic computer skills and the ability to enter, access and retrieve data and communicate effectively and interact well with people of all ages and diverse backgrounds. Excellent organizational, customer service and multitasking skills preferred. DUTIES: Assist assistant director with general room preparation, custodial set-ups, inventory, files and information. Work closely with various departments, campus visitors, students and student groups. DEADLINE: Sept. 27.

#00S062 Medical Services Representative (S-05), Student Health Services-THIS POSITION IS LIMITED TO UNIVERISTY OF DELAWARE EMPLOYEES. This is a 79.2-percent-time position. Minimum $14,212 per annum. REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or GED with three years of clerical experience involving public contact. Medical office program training, knowledge of medical terminology, ability to interpret medical records and previous patient interaction preferred. Requires basic computer skills, including word processing; high level of accuracy and attention to detail; sensitivity to the needs of others; and the ability to maintain good public relations and communicate effectively and interact well with people of all ages and diverse backgrounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to work flexible hours during the football season. Special circumstances may require occasional overtime. Must take data entry test. WORKING CONDITIONS: Subject to exposure to communicable diseases and unpleasant sights. May encounter irate patients and visitors. DUTIES: Conduct vision screening as well as take weight and height of patients, package and sterilize surgical instruments, maintain laundry inventory and office equipment. Schedule appointments with outside consultants and special tests. Greet and sign-in all patients; interview patients to obtain pertinent registration information; assess patients' needs and schedule appointments; answer, screen and refer calls to medical staff using a multiline telephone system. Maintain daily patient sign-in and medical census tracking; document test results in patients' charts and inform physicians and nurses of results. Coordinate medical transportation services; maintain inventory of office supplies and materials; assists with bulk mailing of health announcements, brochures, forms. Provide direction and assistance to medical records clerk. Prepare forms, letters and compose general correspondence; may calculate fees for students/billing slips; may supervise student and/or miscellaneous wage employees. DEADLINE: Sept. 27.

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