Vol. 18, No. 28	April 22, 1999

#99F069 Chairperson, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering--REQUIREMENTS: Doctorate in electrical or computer engineering or a closely related field. Should be nationally recognized for scholarly accomplishments in an area compatible with the programs of the department, show administrative potential, and the vision to strengthen our program. Salary and benefits are competitive. Preferred date of appointment is July 1, 2000, but search will remain open until the position is filled. The department faculty conducts research in four broad areas: devices and materials, with emphasis on silicon alloy-based devices, nanoelectronic interfaces, novel scanning probes, circuit interconnects, and photonic and microwave devices and systems; signal processing and communications, with emphasis on order-based image filtering, image compression, and efficient and robust coding methods; computer engineering, with emphasis on the design and operation of high-performance computers and networks, analog neural networks and special purpose computers; and electromagnetics, with emphasis on micro-optical element design and fabrication, circuit coupling effects, antenna design and computational methods. CONTACT: Send applications or nominations with curriculum vitae and a list of three references with phone numbers and e-mail addresses to Chin-Pao Huang, Chair ECE Search Committee, University of Delaware, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, 137 DuPont Hall, Newark, DE 19716; e-mail: <lcf@udel.edu>. Informal inquiries are welcome. DEADLINE: Application review begins Sept. 1.

#99P123 Program Coordinator (Level 13), Center For Economic Education and Entrepreneurship, Business and Economics--REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree, preferably in one of the social sciences, and a master's degree in economic education or related field preferred. Prior experience at both elementary and secondary education levels and teaching below the college level required. DUTIES: Devise recruitment strategies, develop curriculum materials, design programs and conduct workshops for teachers. Maintain ongoing communication with educators. CONTACT: Send resume to Chair, Search Committee, 103 MBNA America Hall, University of Delaware, Newark, DE 19716. DEADLINE: May 15.

#99124 CITA II Desktop Computing Support (Level 13), Dean's Office, Business and Economics--LIMITED TO UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE EMPLOYEES. REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree with five years' related experience. Ability to work with faculty and staff to install complete systems, trouble-shoot hardware, software and network problems. Provide on-call services to faculty using IT in classrooms. A high degree of current technical knowledge and skills including expertise with desktop computing hardware and software packages, Windows, Mac O/S, TCP/IP, UNIX and network printing. DUTIES: Provide hardware and technical support for desktop computing for college. Work closely with the college's network and database administrator, computing lab coordinator and faculty and staff. Will also be involved in hiring, training and evaluating student technical support assistants. CONTACT: Qualified candidates should send a resume and references to Ellen Monk, Chair, Desktop Computing Support Search Committee, College of Business and Economics, University of Delaware, Newark, DE 19716. DEADLINE: April 30.

# 99P125 Assistant Dean (Level 16), College of Human Resources, Education and Public Policy (CHEP)--LIMITED TO UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE EMPLOYEES. REQUIREMENTS: Master's degree required; doctorate preferred. At least five years' relevant professional, management, and supervisory experience required, preferably at UD. Strong analytical and technical skills, including the use of management systems technologies, spreadsheets, word processing, etc. Financial and budget planning and report preparation experience required. Familiarity with University policies desired. Good communication skills and ability to adapt to changing environments helpful. DUTIES: Responsible for overseeing the resource and operational management of the college, which has an annual operating budget of $22 million. Implement financial management and personnel systems, including PeopleSoft, and establish procedures. Implement the allocation of funding to units; monitor and evaluate college expenditures; monitor and approve contracts and grants; prepare and interpret financial reports; plan and monitor the allocation of space and equipment. CONTACT: Send cover letter and resume to Elaine Stotko, Senior Assistant Dean, College of Human Resources, Education and Public Policy, 184 Graham Hall. DEADLINE: May 3.

#99P126 Research Associate II (Level 13), College of Marine Studies, Lewes--A full-time Research Associate II to support a research program concerning the role of seaweed beds as habitat for juvenile fish and blue crabs in Delaware's inland bays. REQUIREMENTS: Master's in marine science and at least one year of related experience. Competency in relevant field and laboratory techniques including field collection, taxonomic and statistical analysis, experience handling small boats, supervisory experience and computer literacy. DUTIES: Implement appropriate research methods and supervise field and laboratory assistants. CONTACT: Send letter of interest, resume and names of three references to C.E. Epifanio, College of Marine Studies, University of Delaware, 700 Pilottown Road, Lewes, DE 19958. DEADLINE: May 7.

#99L063 Instructor in Operations Management, Department of Business Administration--Non-tenure track position. Management. Temporary appointment, beginning Aug. 30 for one year, renewable annually for three years. REQUIREMENTS: Master's degree in a business related discipline and work experience in the field of operations management, including inventory management, scheduling, forecasting and quality improvement. DUTIES: Teach four sections of an undergraduate course in operations management per semester. CONTACT: Send vita to Erwin M. Saniga, Department of Business Administration, University of Delaware, 215 MBNA America Hall, Newark, DE 19716. DEADLINE: May 1.

#99M040 Photographer, Agricultural Communications--Part-time (20 hours per week) temporary, miscellaneous wage position. Seeking individual experienced with all aspects of the photography process, particularly candid and studio photos and familiar with digital camera and PhotoShop. Must have portfolio to show at interview. CONTACT: Send resume to Agricultural Communications, Townsend Hall, University of Delaware, Newark, DE 19717-1303, or fax 831-3651. Deadline: May 7

#99S104 Library Coordinator (L-06), Access Services Department/ Copy Center, University Library --Minimum $10,250. Part time (20 hours per week), Monday and Wednesday 4:30-10:30 p.m.; Sunday 1-10 p.m. Hours vary for winter/summer sessions and semester breaks. REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or G.E.D. Two years' college course work preferred. Previous supervisory experience and substantial public service experience. Working knowledge of photocopy machine and cash register operations; microcomputing experience (knowledge of Excel preferred); ability to type; strong organizational skills; good attention to detail; and a demonstrated ability to work without direct supervision and to devise solutions to problems. DUTIES: Supervise student assistants in the Copy Center during evening/weekend hours. Assign/direct work, handle scheduling problems, assist with training, and contribute to performance evaluations of students. Sell copy cards and public borrower cards; process account transactions, make photocopies and assist library users with photocopy machines. Prepare cash settlement and close out register. Tabulate monthly statistics. DEADLINE: May 3

#99S146 Secretary (S-04), Residence Life--Minimum $16,839 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 and business English. Ability to communicate effectively, maintain office records, prepare routine reports, handle multiple priorities and work effectively with a diverse population or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Computer skills in MS Word essential; Microsoft Access preferred. DUTIES: Prepare technical reports, routine correspondence, forms and maintain office files. Answer phones, arrange appointments, maintain schedules for area coordinator and assistant director. Order supplies, supervise office work study staff and maintain database for assistant director. DEADLINE: May 3.

#99S147 Service Representative (V-04), Housing Assignment Services--Minimum $16,839 per annum. REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or G.E.D. with three years' experience involving public contact. Communicate effectively and maintain good public relations with people of diverse backgrounds. Assess/ and manipulate information from microcomputers and/or mainframe system. Ability to communicate effectively, resolve problems independently and interpret University policies and applicable regulations; or any equivalent combination of experience and training. Sensitivity to the needs of others and ability to tolerate stress essential. DUTIES: Provide initial contact for the Housing Assignment Services Central Office. Dispense information by telephone and in-person to students, parents and to the public. Routine problem solving. Excellent communication skills desirable. Maintain office supplies, off-campus housing list files, sort mail, provide guidance to student workers and operate cash register. DEADLINE: May 3.

#99S149 Senior Secretary (S-05), Geography Minimum, $17,945 per annum.--LIMITED TO UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE EMPLOYEES. 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; communicate effectively; maintain records, prepare reports; or any equivalent combination experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Knowledge of standard software packages including WordPerfect, Word and Excel preferred. DUTIES: Direct departmental phone and in-person inquiries. Act as purchasing card administrator. Prepare correspondence, confidential faculty course evaluations, letters, memorandums, manuscripts, exams, syllabi, classroom exercises and seminar notices. Coordinate faculty course evaluations. Maintain files. Prepare and process University forms. Responsible for departmental office equipment. Schedule meetings. Coordinate mail and maintain mailing lists. Coordinate activity reports, precipitation cards and maintain reprints for Center for Climatic Research. DEADLINE: April 26.

#99S150 Administrative Assistant (R-7), Office of the Vice President & University Secretary--Minimum, $20,594 per annum. LIMITED TO UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE EMPLOYEES. REQUIREMENTS: Associate degree or equivalent course work in business administration or related field with four years' progressively responsible clerical, secretarial, records experience. One year directly related experience and/or one year in a level six records or secretarial family position or equivalent preferred. Knowledge of principles and practices of general administration and organization; knowledge of unit programs, policies/procedures preferred. Ability to communicate effectively, analyze/interpret data, make independent decisions/judgments in keeping with the level of the position, to plan, assign, review and evaluate the work of staff. Proficiency with microcomputers including working knowledge of WordPerfect 6.1, Microsoft Word, Access and Excel. Exercise high level of discretion, confidentiality, collegiality and tact essential. Strong organizational skills, ability to handle multiple assignments concurrently and attention to detail essential. DUTIES: Perform a full range of administrative duties for the vice president, University secretary and Board of Trustees members. Coordinate vice president's schedule. Organize meetings. Answer and direct calls. DEADLINE: April 26.

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