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| Vol. 17, No. 2 | Sept. 11, 1997 |

- #98P022 Laboratory Coordinator (L-12), Center for Composite Materials- REQUIREMENTS: Equivalent of a bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline with one to two years' experience or the equivalent of an associate degree with three to five year s of related experience. Knowledge of mechanical or electrical systems fabrication with journeyman status in either trade preferred. Need demonstrated supervisory experience in the operation of an engineering research laboratory. Good verbal and written c ommunication skills, as well as familiarity with training methods for safe laboratory practices and procedures. DUTIES: Under the general direction of the technical director, responsible for the overall management of the research laboratories. Principal a reas of responsibility are supervision of the machine shop, coordination of capital equipment purchases and installation, maintenance and repair of all laboratory equipment, inventory and maintenance records and central safety administration for the cente r requiring interactions with other campus units to develop and maintain an industrial-safe environment. CONTACT: Send letter of application and resume to John W. Gillespie Jr., Center for Composite Materials, University of Delaware, 201 Composites Manufa cturing Science Laboratory, Newark, DE 19716-3144. DEADLINE: Sept. 15.
- #98P023, #98P024, #98P025 Programmer Analyst (L-12), IT/ Management Information Services-Three positions. REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree or an associate degree with two years' effective experience or comparable education experience, experience w ith World Wide Web development and HTML, and at least one of the following languages: C, C++, Java or PERL. Programming experience with Java and Javascript, Unix system administration, OS experience and CGI scripting a plus. Coursework in business or comp uter science desirable. DUTIES: Move business systems to the web by participating in the needs analysis, specification, acquisition, design, development and maintenance of web software and associated hardware. Provide business systems design, analysis and programming services to modify existing programs and write new programs. Provide user support, consult with user groups to determine needs, provide training and assist with Helpline support. Provide production support and maintain the daily production sc hedule of core business systems of the institution. Learn a variety of languages, operating systems, security procedures and utilities. CONTACT: Send resume including the names and telephone numbers of three references as well as salary requirements to Ro nnie McMahon, Computing Center, 192 South Chapel St., Newark, DE 19716. DEADLINE: Sept. 22.
- #98P026 Research Specialist (L-11), Center for Drug and Alcohol Studies-Minimum of $21,443 per annum. REQUIREMENTS: BA/BS degree in sociology or related field, with a minimum of one year of relevant interviewing and/or locating experience or a hi gh school diploma with three years of relevant experience. Expected to obtain a state of Delaware Department of Correction identification and must have a valid driver's license and personal transportation. Evidence of writing skills and good verbal skills are necessary and experience with word processing and database software is preferred. Must be able to establish rapport easily, work non-standard hours and demonstrate a high level of individual initiative. DUTIES: Professional interviewer position worki ng on Federal Drug Research Grant(s). Use locator information to trace hard-to-reach respondents for follow-up interviewing, developing and refining tracing procedures, administering a lengthy structured questionnaire, collecting urine specimens for drug screens, collecting saliva specimens for HIV testing from high risk subjects and providing confidential disclosures of results of testing and pre- and post-test counseling following CDC guidelines. CONTACT: Send resume to Ginny Widdoes, Center for Drug an d Alcohol Studies, University of Delaware, Newark, DE 19716. DEADLINE: Sept. 30.
- #98P027 Campus Information Technology Associate I (L-12), Facilities Administration- REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree preferred with two to four years' computing experience or associate degree with over six years' experience, or any equivalent com bination of education and experience. Strong analytical problem solving and communication skills vital. Must be able to work independently and cooperatively with all levels of staff. DUTIES: Provide computer support (set-up, installation, problem-solving) to the facilities organization to include both personal computers and the local area network. DUTIES: Develop, install and manage the Facilities LAN and interface LAN with the University network. Create web pages, programs and data bases accessible to th e facilities departments and the University community. Liaison with CNS, providing input on technology planning and improvement for the Facilities unit. CONTACT: Submit letter of application, resume and name, address and telephone number of three referenc es to CITA I Search Committee Chair, Facilities Administration, General Services Building, University of Delaware, Newark, DE 19716. DEADLINE: Sept. 19.
- #98S033 Records Technician (R-03), University Library- Minimum of $15,202 per annum. REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma (or G.E.D.) with one year of clerical experience in an office environment. Knowledge of record maintenance and bookkeeping tech niques, discretion in handling confidential information, good math skills, ability to use a calculator, previous cash handling experience, ability to communicate effectively and respond to inquiries accurately and expeditiously. Knowledge of basic microco mputing skills and good keyboard/typing skills preferred. Experience with Lotus 1-2-3 or Excel preferred. Strong attention to detail and accuracy essential. DUTIES: Assist in counting, sorting and wrapping money collected from self-service photocopiers. R econcile and prepare daily bank deposit. Maintain and update various administrative records including vacation, sick leave and payroll. Prepare payroll for student employees. Prepare journal vouchers to University departments for Copy Center services. Pro vide backup coverage for service points in the Library Administrative Services division as needed. Order office supplies for Library Administrative Services and the Office of the Director. Perform other routine clerical tasks as assigned including filing and forms preparation. DEADLINE: Sept. 16.
- #98S034 Library Analyst (L-06), University Library-Minimum $18,314 per annum. Hours: 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. REQUIREMENTS: Associate degree in computer-related field with two years' relevant microcomputer experience. Strong micro computing skills developed through a variety of technology applications, ability to transfer technology concepts across applications, ability to problem solve under time constraints, ability to work effectively with people who are new to computing systems or who are having difficulty with their computers, ability to communicate technical information to people with various levels of computer experience and previous experience with Microsoft Windows. DUTIES: Provide software and hardware support for all mic rocomputers in the five University of Delaware libraries. Install software and hardware including boards, hard drives and peripherals of all types. Make recommendations for hardware configurations. Troubleshoot staff and public access microcomputers and d ata communication problems. Maintain inventory database of all microcomputing equipment and software. DEADLINE: Sept. 23.
- #98S045 Staff Assistant (S-06), Civil and Environmental Engineering- Minimum $18,314 per annum. REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma (or G.E.D.) with four years' increasingly responsible clerical and secretarial experience. Associate degree and prio r University experience preferred. Extensive knowledge of office practices and procedures; knowledge of the principles and practices of general administration and organization; knowledge and/or experience with specialized software packages; ability to com municate effectively; ability to analyze and interpret data; ability to make independent decisions and judgments in keeping with level of the position; or any equivalent combination of experience and training. DUTIES: Responsible for the undergraduate pro gram, perform secretarial assignments and process financial forms and record keeping duties. DEADLINE: Sept. 16.
- #98S047 Service Coordinator (V-05), Facilities Administration- Minimum $17,090 per annum. Hours: 3-11 p.m., second shift, 40 hours per week. REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or G.E.D. with four years' related experience or associate degree with one year of experience. Excellent customer service skills with ability to handle a fast paced work environment. Strong computer skills with experience working with order systems and data entry preferred. Must be able to work permanent second shift. DUTIES : Primary point of contact for all facilities maintenance service calls from the University community. Receive calls through radio, pagers, telephone and e-mail and dispatch work through radio and the computerized work order system. Handle multiple tasks requiring attention to accuracy and detail. Manage computerized work order system to prepare reports, assign work and manipulate the database. Communicate with all levels of the University community in a friendly and professional manner. Must be able to h ear, see, speak and use two hands in order to manipulate and operate radio, pager, telephone and computer keyboard to communicate orally and in writing with colleagues. DEADLINE: Sept. 16.
- #98S048 Staff Assistant (S-06), Mechanical Engineering-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 experi ence. Associate degree and prior University experience preferred. Extensive knowledge of office practices and procedures; knowledge of the principles and practices of general administration and organization; knowledge and/or experience with specialized so ftware packages; ability to communicate effectively; ability to analyze and interpret data; ability to make independent decisions and judgments in keeping with the level of the position; or any equivalent combination of experience and training. Previous s upervisory experience desired. Knowledge of Macintosh computers with Microsoft Word, Excel and FileMaker preferred. DUTIES: Supervision of the office staff, maintenance of undergraduate and graduate student records, organization of student recruitment, cl assification, registration, funding and grading. Frequent Netscape use. General secretarial support to the chair, including but not limited to general typing, scheduling meetings and organizing special events. DEADLINE: Sept. 16.
- #98S051 Secretary (S-04), Alumni and University Relations- LIMITED TO UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE EMPLOYEES. Minimum $16,037 per annum. REQUIREMENTS: High School diploma (or G.E.D.) with one year of experience in a clerical or secretarial position; bu siness 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. Knowledge of Windows-based operating system, Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel preferred. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to pass typing test (45 wpm). DUTIES: Type letters and memoranda requiring use of standard software packages. Answ er general and specific inquiries in unit within authorized limits and refer nonroutine questions to others. Maintain a variety of office records and files. Prepare routine reports in established format, prepare standard forms and order office supplies. D EADLINE: Sept. 16.
- #98S052 Technical Secretary II (S-05), Chemistry and Biochemistry-LIMITED TO UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE EMPLOYEES. Minimum of $17,090 per annum. REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma (or G.E.D.) with one year of technical secretarial experience in a scie nce or math field, or any combination of training and experience. Demonstrated ability to type accurately and communicate effectively. Computer experience. Knowledge of Corel WordPerfect 7 and/or Microsoft Word 7.0 for Windows 95 preferred. Accuracy and g ood proofreading skills essential. Must be able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and work well with others. DUTIES: Secretary to an assigned group of faculty/instructors. Type research proposals and manuscripts, exams, course materials and laborato ry manuals which contain chemical nomenclature, equations, math and science symbols and complex tables. Type correspondence and University forms. Prepare mailings for conferences, make reservations for visitors and sort and distribute mail on a rotating b asis. DEADLINE: Sept. 16.
- #98S053 Secretary (S-O4), Foreign Languages and Literatures- Minimum $16,037 per annum. REQUIREMENTS: High School diploma (or G.E.D.) with one year of experience in clerical or secretarial position; business school training preferred. Knowledge o f 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: Coordinate all aspects of ordering textbooks for all foreign language courses and provide desk copies for instructors. Receive visitors to Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures and provide accurate information on departmental courses and programs. Answer telephone, sc reen callers and take accurate messages. Maintain accurate departmental lists and mailboxes. Train and supervise work study students. Create fliers for departmental lectures and special events. Operate and maintain equipment and assist in the preparation, distribution and compilation of semester course evaluations. DEADLINE: Sept. 16.