Vol. 16, No. 37	July 24, 1997

- #97P121 Accountant (Level 12), Intercollegiate Athletics and Recreation Services-REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting or closely related field, three years' successful direct accounting/business financial management experience, demonstrable high proficiency with financially relevant computer software, strong oral/written communication skills, supervisory and management skills. DUTIES: Directly responsible for financial affairs in the Recreation Services unit and assistance with division finances. Manage financial transactions, maintain cash receipt policies and procedures, prepare budgets and review purchasing card transactions. Analyze expense/revenue data, develop projections and recommend action. Assist with internal and external audits, tax reports and schedules. CONTACT: Send letter of application, resume, transcript and list of three references (name, address, telephone number, relationship) to Mary Ann Hitchens, Chair, Search Committee, Delaware Field House, Newark, DE 19716. DEADLINE: Aug. 8.

- #97F052 Assistant Professor, Political Science and International Relations-Tenure-track position in comparative politics. REQUIREMENTS: Ph.D. in hand at time of appointment. Must be able to make strong, broadly theoretical contributions to the discipline. Latin American politics specialization is of greatest interest, but will be considered with interests in areas not listed above. An ability to offer courses in a second major field such as international relations or public policy a plus. DUTIES: Teaching load is 2/2. Help establish a new degree program at our southern Delaware campus. Special opportunities exist for research in areas like migration studies. CONTACT: Send letter of interest, curriculum vitae, graduate transcript, three letters of recommendation, writing samples and syllabi and/or teaching evaluations to John Deiner, Search Committee Chair, Department of Political Science and International Relations, University of Delaware, Newark, DE 19716. DEADLINE: Nov. 1.

- #98F002 Assistant Professor, Department of Mathematical Sciences- Tenure-track position in scientific computation. Available: Sept. 1, 1998. REQUIREMENTS: Show excellent promise in research with a strong potential for external funding. An interest in establishing and mentoring links with industry and other academic disciplines weigh heavily. Expertise in any of the areas of wave propagation, computational electromagnetism, fluid dynamics and materials science. Inverse problems a plus. Evidence of effective teaching essential. CONTACT: Send curriculum vitae (including funding history), reprints and/or preprints and arrange to have three letters of recommendation sent to Scientific Computing Search Committee, Department of Mathematical Sciences, University of Delaware, Newark, DE 19716. DEADLINE: Jan. 1.

- #98F004 Dean, College of Arts and Science-Available: Sept. 1, 1998. DUTIES: Will be expected to provide academic leadership for approximately 500 faculty in 24 departments, 10 programs and three research centers. Report directly to the provost, occupy a key role in the life of the University and must function effectively as part of the central management team. As the college's chief academic and administrative officer, should have a collaborative and ethical leadership style, experience in recruiting and retaining excellent faculty, familiarity with strategic planning and ability to initiate and implement innovative academic programs. Responsible for a budget of $50 million and should have excellent budgetary and management skills. An outstanding academic record, a strong commitment to graduate and undergraduate education and a clear understanding of the shifting national R & D policies and how these policies might be influenced are requisite. Since the college has a strong record of working with the State of Delaware and many research-oriented institutions in the area, demonstrated ability to manage a complex academic enterprise, commitment to facilitating programmatic goals and experience in sponsored programs highly desired. The University is committed to the importance of interdisciplinary multicultural, gender and equal opportunity concerns and to the principles and goals of affirmative action and the dean should be equally committed. CONTACT: Submit letter of interest, detailed resume and names and addresses of four or more references to Evelyn Satinoff, Chair, Arts and Sciences Search Committee, Department of Psychology, University of Delaware, Newark, DE 19716; send an electronic copy, if by e-mail, to satinoff@udel.edu.; if by floppy disk (in Word, WP or HTML) to L. Conrad at the above address. DEADLINE: Review of credentials will begin Nov. 1. Nominations and applications will be accepted until position is filled. Nominations and expressions of interest will be held in confidence.

- #98P002 Supervisor (Level 14), Operations Center-requirements: Bachelor's degree (business preferred) in addition to three years of facility management and/or construction management experience. Literate in the use of spread sheets and word processing. Familiarization with one or more of the main computer-based software packages for monitoring facilities maintenance activities a plus. Good interpersonal skills essential to work with all levels of personnel throughout the University community. DUTIES: Report to the director of facilities administration. Supervise the activities of two mechanics, two office staff members and part-time students. CONTACT: Submit resume in confidence to Cathy Skelley, Chair of Search Committee/Supervisor-Operations Center, University of Delaware, 5 Courtney St., Newark, DE 19716. DEADLINE: July 25.

- #98P004 Operations Associate (Level 14), Intercollegiate Athletics and Recreation Services-REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree in sports management, athletics or recreation administration or a related field, with three to five years of successful, increasingly responsible administrative experience in athletics/recreation, preferably related to specific position responsibilities and strong interpersonal, supervisory, organizational and written/oral communication skills. Demonstrated ability to work within budget parameters and employ cost-effective techniques strongly preferred. DUTIES: Responsible for management of designated facilities, administration of summer sport camps, athletics team travel arrangements, designated event management, conduct of designated post-season/special events, management of weight room operations risk management, hire, train, schedule and supervise event staff. CONTACT: Send letter of application, resume, transcript and list of three references (name, address, telephone number, relationship) to Mary Ann Hitchens, Chair, Search Committee, Delaware Field House, Newark, DE 19716. DEADINE: Aug. 15.

- #98P005 Preservation Librarian (Level 13) University of Delaware Library- Assistant Librarian level. Minimum of $27,211 per annum. REQUIREMENTS: Master's degree from ALA accredited program. Strong oral and written communication skills. Working knowledge of basic and advanced library materials preservation techniques, assess and sort materials for preservation treatment and theory and practice of preservation administration. DUTIES: Coordinate preservation program for the collections of the Morris Library and four branch libraries. Supervise preservation, bindery preparation and shelf preparation units (four PTE plus student assistant); work with other library units to establish and maintain effective work flows, quality and standards, and to streamline procedures for identifying, evaluating and routing materials for preservation treatment; conduct staff training about preservation and appropriate user education; monitor environmental conditions; coordinate disaster preparedness and prevention efforts; explore opportunities for external funding. Report to assistant director for Library Collections. CONTACT: Send letter of application, resume and names and phone numbers of three references to Paul Anderson, Assistant Director for Library Administrative Services; University of Delaware Library; Newark, DE 19717-5267. DEADLINE: Sept. 1.

- #98P006 Research Coordinator (Level 11), Department of Psychology- Minimum of $21,500 annum. RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist lab coordinator in daily operations of the lab and supervise undergraduate research assistants. Schedule, coordinate and administer assessment of children and their mothers at various schools in New Castle County, assist with behavior coding and data analysis. CONTACT: Send resume with names of three references to Carroll E. Izard, University of Delaware, Department of Psychology, Newark, DE 19716-2577. DEADLINE: July 31.

- #98P007 Campus Information Technology Associate II (Level 13), Foreign Languages and Literatures- REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree, preferably in a technological discipline, and five years of technical or computer-related experience or a master's degree in a humanities or techonological discipline with one year of technical or computer-related experience. Strong oral, written, organizational and management skills important, as well as demonstrated abilities to work well with students, faculty and administrators. Some administrative experience in an academic environment desirable. Knowledge of HTML programming and multimedia authoring tools highly desirable. DUTIES: Work with the FLMC director and the foreign languages faculty to develop departmental and FLMC computing resources. Significant experience in configuring and maintaining microcomputing workstations and servers in a Novell NetWare environment, some experience in managing student site assistants or comparable service staff, strong administrative and communication skills and ability to work in an instructional and problem solving role. Perform routine LAN maintenance, configuring new faculty, staff and FLMC workstations and assist director in reconditioning and redirecting the functions of older equipment; assist director in training undergraduate and graduate student site assistants in the use of FLMC equipment; assist director in offering seminars for faculty; maintain satellite receiving systems and discovering emerging programming of potential use to foreign language instructors; supervise daily operation of the computer and video facilities of the FLMC which involves organizing documents and equipment, track circulation of video tapes, maintain current inventory of all equipment, track supply inventories, copy and edit audio and video tapes and schedule and maintain all FLMC equipment used in the classroom. CONTACT: Submit letter of interest, resume and three letters of professional reference to Thomas McCone, Search Committee Chair, University of Delaware, Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures, 325 Smith Hall, Newark, DE 19716. DEADLINE: Aug. 4.

- #98P008 Head, Library Systems Support Department (Level 15), University Library-Salary at associate librarian level, $34,325-$57,209. REQUIREMENTS: ALA accredited master's degree. Minimum of four years' professional experience. Strong service orientation. Demonstrated administrative ability and supervisory experience. Extensive experience with the use of microcomputers, including Microsoft Windows. Demonstrated expertise with a major integrated library system. Web maintenance and support experience. Preferred, technical experience with UNIX. DUTIES: Reporting to the assistant director for library computing systems, will be involved in challenging information technology activities in a rapidly evolving environment. Work closely with the coordinator, Library Data and Server Support, in support of electronic library resources. Supervise two professional and two support staff. Collection development with faculty liaison in a subject area may be assigned. CONTACT: Send letter of application, current resume and names, addresses and telephone numbers of three references to Paul Anderson, Assistant Director, Library Administrative Services, University of Delaware Library, Newark, DE 19717-5267. DEADLINE: Sept. 1.

- #98P009 Ticketing Services Supervisor (Level 11), University Ticketing Services- Full-time, nine month, permanent, entry-level position, Sept. 1-May 31. Salary range, $18,000-20,000. Vacation and sick leave prorated based on nine-months. REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree with business emphasis and three years of box office experience preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience. Accounting and customer service background, basic computer skills and good communication and interpersonal skills. Flexible work schedule a must based on scheduled events to include late evening, weekends and holidays, as needed. DUTIES: Daily supervision of two box office operations. Maintain, implement and train personnel on computerized Ticket Master ticketing systems, promote customer service, work closely with Ticket Master and interact with University departments requiring ticketing services. Perform administrative and financial functions, supervise personnel, maintain ticket stock, coordinate with outlets, maintain a current knowledge of computerized ticketing systems and develop/coordinate ticketing services to the University and communities. CONTACT: Submit letter of application, current resume and names and telephone numbers of three professional references to Search Committee, Administrative Services, University of Delaware, 122 Hullihen Hall, Newark, DE 19716. DEADLINE: Aug. 1.

- #97A052 Electrician, Electrical Services, Facilities Management-Hours: 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday. REQUIREMENTS: Completion of high school or vocational school or equivalent with four years' experience in industrial electrical work or any equivalent combination of experience and training. Must possess a valid motor vehicle operator's license. Working knowledge of applicable state and local building and safety codes; working knowledge of standard practices, tools, materials and terminology concerning the use of testing equipment; knowledge of hazards and safety precautions and mechanical ability. Must be customer oriented and a team player with ability to communicate with customers and peers. Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds, work in cramped areas and positions for extended periods of time, climb ladders and work above floor level and/or in pits. Good manual coordination and dexterity, cannot be color blind and must have ability to perform all duties in the trade. DUTIES: Perform skilled work in installation, repair and maintenance of electrical wiring and equipment. DEADLINE: Aug. 5.

- #98A001 Custodial Technician, AFSCME Local 439, Residential and Conference Facilities-REQUIREMENTS: Knowledge of cleaning methods, materials and equipment; ability to read and write, understand and follow simple oral and written directions, work with all levels of personnel in a professional manner and establish a good working relationship with supervisors, fellow workers, students, staff and guests. Ability to learn to operate power cleaning equipment. Minimum building cleaning experience and/or any combination of experience and training gained through schools, seminars, conferences and educational programs in the custodial maintenance field. Training and development will be provided. Valid driver's license for group leader assignment. DUTIES: Perform in-depth and routine custodial and maintenance procedures, conference set-ups, exterior and interior work as required to service University facilities. Physical demands, height and weight requirements: 12-foot ladders and 32-foot lifts and the ability to lift 10-20 pounds and occasionally lift 50 pounds or over; able to climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl and reach; required to hear and perceive information at normal speaking levels; need visual acuity for depth perception, peripheral vision and operating machines. Exposure to bloodborne pathogens, extreme cold and hot temperatures, hazards, inside and outside environmental and atmospheric conditions; may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment. DEADLINE: July 29.

- #98S003 Secretary (S-04), MALS Program-Minimum of $8,553 per annum. Permanent part-time, 20 hours per week. REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma (or G.E.D.) with one year experience in a clerical or secretarial position; business school training preferred. Knowledge of office practices and procedures, knowledge of business English, ability to communicate effectively, ability to maintain office records and prepare routine reports or any equivalent combination of experience and training. DUTIES: Type letters, memoranda, manuscripts, articles, newsletters and publications using WordPerfect 6.1 and Microsoft Word 6.0 software packages. Compose and edit routine correspondence in accordance with established MALS/Outreach procedures, maintain calendars, schedule and arrange events between various organizations and the University, maintain office records and files and answer/respond to inquiries and refer nonroutine questions to others. DEADLINE: July 29.

- #98S005, Senior Secretary (S-05), Employee Services-Minimum of $17,090 per annum. REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or G.E.D. with two years' experience in a secretarial position; experience in the University environment and business school training preferred. Knowledge of office practices and procedures and business English; ability to communicate effectively, maintain records and prepare reports; or any combination of experience and training. DUTIES: Provide assistance to applicants and administer typing test. Answer telephones and sort mail. Prepare (including hard copy for distribution) and upload University's Hotline vacancies weekly. Obtain advertising estimates, prepare payment methods and monitor advertising expenditures. Proofread advertisements for submission to outside vendors. Type letters; schedule meetings; code, batch and file employment applications; manage supply inventory and order supplies, as needed; and manage records retention. DEADLINE: July 29.

- #98S007 Secretary (S-04), Facilities Planning & Construction-Minimum of $16,037 per annum. REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma (or G.E.D.) with one year of experience in a clerical or secretarial position; business school training preferred. Knowledge of office practices and procedures, knowledge of business English, ability to communicate effectively, ability to maintain office records and prepare routine reports or any equivalent combination of experience and training. DUTIES: Must be proficient in WordPerfect 6.1 for Windows. Lotus familiarity preferred. Must be familiar with University travel policies and be able to schedule department travel. Must be familiar with the process of setting up meetings with persons on and off campus. Other duties as required. DEADLINE: July 29.

- #98S008 Records Analyst (R-06), General Accounting-Minimum of $18,314 per annum. REQUIREMENTS: Associate degree or equivalent course work in business administration or related field with three years' responsible records systems or accounting experience. Knowledge of data control and ability to organize, review, analyze and interpret data control reports and procedures with an ability to focus on detail. Ability to communicate effectively, operate microcomputers and terminals (IBM PC experience with EXCEL and WordPerfect preferred) and coordinate a specialized function. Knowledge of University operating procedures for applicable administrative office preferred. Good analytical/mathematical skills or any equivalent combination of training and experience. DUTIES: Perform detailed review and processing of all journal vouchers to be input into General Accounting (G/A) system. Verify and control all subsystem input into G/A system. Analyze computer suspense transactions and prepare correcting entries. Coordinate month-end and year-end closing procedures. Control of filing and filming of journal vouchers. Daily mainframe access. DEADLINE: July 29.

- #98S009 Audiovisual Media Specialist (T-06), Continuing Education, Wilmington Campus-Minimum of $9,157 per annum. Permanent part time, 18.75 hours per week. REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree or two years of course work and/or experience in photography necessary for responsibilities for slide tape presentations. Thorough knowledge of operation of AV equipment, including 16 mm and 35 mm projectors, video projectors, tape decks, amplifiers, mixers, microcomputers and dissolve units. Thorough knowledge in the repair of 16 mm and 35 mm projectors, amplifiers, speakers and audio and video cables. Ability to quickly trouble shoot equipment failures during use or any equivalent combination of education and experience. DUTIES: Set up, operate and repair AV equipment for classrooms and special events. Designs systems and build parts as needed. Receive AV equipment orders and schedule equipment to meet needs of departments. DEADLINE: July 29.

- #98S010 Records Technician (R-03), Center for Composite Materials-Minimum $15,202 per annum. REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma (or G.E.D.) with one year clerical inventory control, data input and/or retail experience. Knowledge of record maintenance, processing and retrieval. Ability to communicate effectively and deal with diverse groups of people. Should be able to operate complex data access terminal and data input key recording device. Must have working knowledge of Macintosh microcomputers. Experience with University accounting system and policies and procedures desirable, or any equivalent combination of training and experience. DUTIES: Perform general clerical duties to include entering data into accounting system, processing department purchase requests and assigning keys. DEADLINE: July 29.

- #98S011 Data Communication Tech I (T-05), Network & Systems Services- Minimum of $17,090 per annum. REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma with specialized training in electronics and one year, hands on experience required. Associate degree with two years' data communication experience preferred. Solid understanding of analog and digital electronics and their applications in data communications or any equivalent combination of experience and training. Work requires pulling cables, using hand and power tools and knowledge of Ethernet and Token Ring networks. Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license. Must be able to lift and handle items weighing up to 50 pounds and work on ladders. DUTIES: Under general supervision install, modify, repair and maintain standard data communications systems. Principle emphasis is on installing data communications systems components such as cables, connector block and network electronics, as well as configuring related equipment. Occasional off-hour work, overtime and regularly scheduled on-call status. DEADLINE: July 29.

- #98S012, Office Coordinator (S-06), University Parallel Program, Wilmington- LIMITED TO UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE EMPLOYEES. Minimum of $18,314 per annum. REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or G.E.D. with four years' increasingly responsible clerical and secretarial experience. Associate degree and prior University experience preferred. Extensive knowledge of office practices and procedures; knowledge of the principals and practices of general administration and organization; ability to communicate effectively, analyze and interpret data, make independent decisions and judgments in keeping with level of the position and plan, assign, review and evaluate the work of staff; or any equivalent combination of experience and training. Knowledge of University policies and procedures and strong computer, interpersonal and organizational skills are preferred. DUTIES: Maintain budget and reconciles accounts, respond to all verbal and written inquiries, provide student and faculty support, coordinate office responsibilities, prepare and maintain personnel-related forms, verify and compile data for statistical reports, and act as liaison between UD and Delaware Technical and Community College employees and departments and external contacts. DEADLINE: July 29.

- #98S014 Secretary (S-04), Residential and Conference Facilities, East Campus Area Office-LIMITED TO UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE EMPLOYEES. Minimum of $16,037 per annum. REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma (or G.E.D.) with one year experience in a clerical or secretarial position; business school training preferred. Knowledge of office practices and procedures; knowledge of business English; ability to communicate effectively, maintain office records and prepare routine reports; or any equivalent combination of experience and training. Proficiency in WordPerfect 6.1 and spreadsheet experience (Access or Quattro Pro), customer service experience, ability to work in a busy environment and work with people of diverse backgrounds. DUTIES: Under general supervision, provide clerical support for two professionals; operate standard office equipment including microcomputer, typewriter and calculator; maintain inventory, purchasing, budget and maintenance records; prepare routine correspondence; communicate policy and procedures; and solve routine and nonroutine problems for students, staff and University guests. DEADLINE: July 29.

- #98S015/98S016 Classroom Assistant (V-03), Center for School Services/The College School-Minimum $15,202 per annum. REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or G.E.D., experience in working with children with learning difficulties or any equivalent combination of experience or training. DUTIES: Assist in implementing daily lessons by following the classroom teacher's plans. Assist with managing classroom. Assume responsibilities when teacher is temporarily out of room. Maintain and organize student records and collect data about student progress. Correct students' assignments, monitor independent work and write comments. Participate on school committees and in planning and implementation of behavior management system. Communicate with parents as needed. Perform clerical and organizational tasks. Supervise students before/after school, during recess, lunch, snacks and on field trips. DEADLINE: Aug. 5.

- #98S017 Electrical Services Shop Coordinator (T-05), Facilities Management Operations and Maintenance-LIMITED TO UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE EMPLOYEES. Minimum of $18,230 per annum. Hours: 40-hours per week, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday. REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or vocational high school diploma in the electrical trades. Minimum of five years' practical experience in the electrical industry in field support services in one or more of the following areas: material handling, purchasing, warehouse services, supply sales or inventory control. Must have and be willing to demonstrate a variety of computer skills, including but not limited to practical application of word processing, Windows program management and Excel file management. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Able to work in a fast paced work environment with changing priorities and make independent decisions. Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license. Must not be color blind. Limited overtime may be required. DUTIES: Maintain shop tool and material inventory, administer tool check out system and arrange for repair and/or replacement. Provide shop security. Purchase, maintain and arrange testing of personal safety equipment including medium voltage "Hot Work" equipment. Daily office work including handling of work orders, service slips, time records and manual file maintenance. Assist supervisor with work schedules and time tables. Perform extensive computer related activities including but not limited to record keeping, file maintenance, establishment of new files, spread sheet, form development and limited graphics. Interact with other trade shops in coordination of work assignments. Investigate and report on a variety of projects as assigned. Do minor job write ups and develop material list. Research and locate hard-to-find replacement parts and other unique materials. Confer with supervisor on all matters regarding the operation of the unit. Act as liaison to vendors and service contractors as directed. Relay information to trades persons at the direction of the supervisor. Maintain shop, office and storage areas in a clean and orderly manner. Provide job material "put ups" in support of field personnel. Perform other related duties as assigned. DEADLINE: July 29.