Vol. 17, No. 25March 26, 1998

- #98P081 Assistant Director of University Relations (Level 14), Office of Alumni and University Relations- LIMITED TO UD EMPLOYEES. REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree in communication, public relations, college student personnel/education administration or related field (master's degree highly desirable) with three to five years of direct work experience. Extensive experience in event management, public relations or student activities; long range planning and volunteer recruitment necessary. Excellent written and oral communications skills. Computer skills (IBM, Macintosh and Excel) highly desired. Travel and evening and weekend hours. DUTIES: Responsible for the UD Performing Arts Series, a year-long, on-campus series of music, dance and theatre productions of regionally, nationally and internationally known artists/performers; responsible for the selection of artists/performers; coordination of master class performances; write grants; develop a program of external sponsors; negotiation of contracts; marketing of series and management of events. Responsible for the University's comprehensive parent programs; serve as University liaison to Parent Council; direct Parents Day and other parent events; responsible for the ParentTimes newsletter; expansion of the Parent Board to include regional and national membership; identification of parents as volunteer admission representatives in their communities; cultivate parents to host prospective student gatherings throughout the country; develop a handbook for current parents containing opportunities available for their active participation. Includes travel to meet with parents and alumni throughout the mid-Atlantic area for cultivation purposes through special events in conjunction with the University's capital campaign. Additional responsibilities include event coordination of other University-wide major events including Convocation and Commencement ceremonies; administration of program budgets; supervise two salaried staff. CONTACT: Send resume and names, addresses and telephone numbers of three references to Chairperson, Search Committee, Office of Alumni and University Relations, Newark, DE 19716. DEADLINE: April 15.

- #98P082 Project Manager (Level 12), Facilities Planning and Construction-LIMITED TO UD EMPLOYEES. REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree in architecture or engineering or equivalent, with three to five years' experience in architecture/ engineering, construction and contract budget preparation. Must be familiar with construction and contract documents, cost estimates, schedules and building code interpretation. Must have excellent negotiating skills and ability to work independently. Must demonstrate strong communication and integrating skills, ability to handle multiple projects concurrently and strong organizational skills. Ability to solve problems and resolve conflicts with diverse groups under a minimum of supervision needed. Familiarity with computers, Windows, Microsoft Project, WordPerfect, Lotus and AutoCAD preferred. DUTIES: Total coordination of projects by acting as the single project liaison, from pre-design through design, bid, construction and post construction phases to meet objectives of scope, schedule and cost and assure compliance with contract documents and code requirements. Must regularly prepare reports and project evaluations for administration. Handle multiple tasks including at least one major project. CONTACT: Send letter of interest and resume, along with three letters of reference, to Chair of the Search, Project Manager, Facilities Planning and Construction, University of Delaware, 222 South Chapel St., Newark, DE 19716-8201. DEADLINE: March 30.

- #98P083 Custodial Manager (Level 12), Building Services-LIMITED TO UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE EMPLOYEES. Hours: 5 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with occasional weekend work. REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or G.E.D., bachelor's degree preferred. Certification in a nationally-recognized cleaning management program with a minimum of four years' custodial supervision. Effective supervision; human relations and verbal/written communication skills; strong interpersonal skills; and high degree of cooperation with colleagues in setting, achieving and maintaining divisional goals needed. Must be able to perform quality inspections and other tasks. DUTIES: Supervise daily custodial services provided to academic and administrative buildings; hire, train, supervise and evaluate custodial staff; organize cleaning requirements for special events; manage budget and inventory control of supplies and equipment; prepare payroll and maintain record keeping; enforce applicable safety standards and collective bargaining agreement. CONTACT: Send letter of interest and resume, along with three letters of reference, to Chairperson of the Search, Custodial Manager, Building Services, University of Delaware, 222 South Chapel St., Newark, DE 19716- 8201. Deadline: March 30.

- #98P084 Preparatory Mathematics Educator (Level 14), Mathematical Sciences--Full-time, 12-month appointment beginning July 1, or at an agreed date before Sept. 1. REQUIREMENTS: Master's degree in mathematics, mathematics education or a related major with at least two years of mathematics teaching experience, preferably at the college level. Knowledge of the integration of new instructional techniques and calculator technology is required. DUTIES: Teach and tutor students and participate in curriculum and instructional material development. Courses to be taught include intermediate algebra, trigonometry, basic statistics, pre- calculus and calculus. There will also be some administrative duties. Teaching load is approximately 16 contact hours with six office and three tutorial/testing hours. CONTACT: Send resume, transcripts and three letters of reference to Prepatory Mathematics Educator Search Committee, Department of Mathematical Sciences, University of Delaware, Newark, DE 19716. DEADLINE: May 15.

- #98P085 Campus Technology Instructional Associate II (Level 13), Delaware Education Research and Development Center-REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field or the equivalent combination of training and experience. Familiarity with some of the following software and programming languages preferred: Oracle, Unix (Solaris), C, HTML, SAS, Microsoft Access and/or Microsoft Excel. Work with center staff on grant funded projects that include programming, data management and analysis and system analysis. Ability to work collaboratively and communicate well with others and desire to learn about technology and education. CONTACT: Send application letter and resume to Paul LeMahieu, Delaware Education Research and Development Center, Willard Hall, University of Delaware, Newark, DE 19716. DEADLINE: April 6.

- #98S124 Secretary (S-04), Foreign Languages and Literatures-Minimum of $16,037 per annum. REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or G.E.D. with one year's 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. Ability to interact well with people of all ages and diverse backgrounds, work independently, use sound judgement and work well with others essential. Knowledge of WordPerfect strongly preferred. DUTIES: Coordinate department textbook ordering. Answer telephone, screen callers, greet visitors and respond accurately to requests for information on departmental courses and programs. Assist in preparation, distribution and compilation of semester course evaluations. Maintain accurate departmental mailing lists and mailboxes. Operate and maintain office equipment. Create flyers for departmental lectures and special events. Train and supervise work study students. DEADLINE: March 30.

- #98S128 Senior Secretary (S-05), Department of Individual and Family Studies-Minimum of $17,090 per annum. REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or G.E.D. with two years' secretarial experience; experience in the University environment and business school training preferred. Requires knowledge of office practices and procedures, ability to communicate effectively, ability to maintain records and prepare reports, or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Excellent computer skills, accuracy, ability to learn skills quickly, and ability to handle multiple tasks under pressure desired. Knowledge of University policies and procedures, SIS WordPerfect and Excel preferred. DUTIES: Provide secretarial support to several programs, department faculty and administrative office. Type correspondence, course material and program handbooks. Provide telephone and office coverage to administrative office. Handle large mailings and assist with distribution of department mail. Maintain student files and process graduate applications. Prepare standard forms and routine reports. Plan departmental events and order supplies. Independently prepare correspondence and forms. DEADLINE: March 30.

- #98S140 Office Coordinator (S-06), Small Business Development Center, Wilmington Office--LIMITED TO UD EMPLOYEES--Minimum of $18,314 per annum. REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or G.E.D. with four years of increasingly responsible clerical and secretarial experience. 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; ability to communicate effectively; ability to analyze and interpret data; ability to make independent decisions and judgments in keeping with level of the position; ability to plan, assign, review and evaluate the work of staff; or any equivalent combination of experience and training. DUTIES: Direct and supervise staff; analyze and evaluate areas of operational procedure and related use of funds and equipment; respond to inquires and questions from general public; research and prepare responses from unit's library, Internet or other pertinent sources. Monitor processing of contracts, requisitions, purchases, issuance of equipment, supplies and inventory control. Maintain large mailing lists and data bases; monitor unit's budgets and identify situations in which reallocations may be necessary. Maintain unit and staff calendars, equipment, computer software, supply and book inventories. DEADLINE: April 6.

- #98S141 Service Coordinator (V-05), Housing and Conference Services-LIMITED TO UD EMPLOYEES. Minimum of $17,090 per annum. Hours will vary and weekend and evening hours. REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or G.E.D. with four years' related experience; or an associates degree and one year of experience; or any equivalent combination of experience and training. Experience in a similar job, preferably in a hotel or other conference facility preferred. Superior customer service skills, strong ability to problem solve, flexible work habits and ability to work well with various divisions and in a team environment essential. Knowledge of room setups, basic understanding of food service principals, specific computer software and advanced customer service skills. Must make spur-of-the-moment decisions to respond to specific requests and complaints. DUTIES: Coordinate with events manager, facilities staff and Dining Services to ensure a successful meeting or event. Main client contact during the course of the function and directly responsible for the client's satisfaction. Provide direction to miscellaneous wage employees who may take primary direction from other departments. DEADLINE: March 30.

- #98S142 Library Coordinator (L-06), University Library, Access Services Department-Minimum of $18,314 per annum. Hours: 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Saturdays; 11 a.m.-7:30 p.m., Sundays; 3:30 p.m.-midnight, Mondays through Wednesdays. Responsible for closing the Reserve Room on Monday through Wednesday nights. Hours vary for winter and summer sessions and semester breaks. REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or G.E.D. with specialized library related skills gained from four years' experience of a progressively responsible nature preferred. Two years' college course work preferred. Previous supervisory experience with experience in hiring, scheduling and budgeting preferred. Demonstrated ability to work independently, to devise solutions to problems, demonstrated ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing and to follow complex instructions. Working knowledge of the DELCAT circulation module, substantial public service experience and ability to type. Microcomputing experience with specific knowledge of spreadsheet applications preferred. DUTIES: Supervise Reserve Unit student assistants. Hire, schedule, provide preliminary training and evaluate the work of student assistants. Prepare Reserve Unit student payroll and budget planning using Lotus 1-2-3. Staff the Reserve Room public service desk. Provide access to materials on reserve, answering questions about Reserve Room policies and procedures and consulting library and University databases. Assist in the processing and maintaining of reserve lists. Process Reserve lists by creating records in DELCAT, retrieval of items from the stacks and contact faculty and academic departments concerning any problems encountered in processing or maintaining the lists. DEADLINE: April 6.

- #98S143 Service Coordinator (V-05), Distance Learning, Continuing Education-LIMITED TO UD EMPLOYEES. Minimum of $17,090 per annum. REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or G.E.D. with four years' related experience; or an associate degree and one year of experience; or any equivalent combination of experience and training. Ability to access and manipulate information using microcomputers and mainframe systems, work with the public, meet deadlines and handle details essential. Knowledge of University systems and procedures including SIS, UPS shipping and billing procedures and WordPerfect essential. Knowledge of Lotus 1-2-3 and DataEase preferred. Some lifting (up to 40 pounds). DUTIES: Perform all duties associated with delivery of distance learning courses via videotape, including determining course videotape allocations to work and community college sites; analyze, organize and maintain videotape inventory; pack and ship videotapes; maintain student enrollment and work site documentation related to course tape delivery; and assist with support of FOCUS students and faculty. DEADLINE: March 30.

- #98S144 Section Leader (T-06), Intercollegiate Athletics-Minimum of $17,090 per annum. REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or G.E.D. with two years' supervisory experience. DUTIES: Develop and implement work schedule for Athletics Maintenance Shop crew. Ensure security of Athletics Complex. Serve as facility monitor, consultant and implementor for athletics events including championship events and summer sports camps and outside groups. Manage artificial surface facility including scheduling, staffing, security and maintenance/setup. DEADLINE: March 30.