Vol. 18, No. 34	June 10, 1999

#99P114 Director (Level 17), Delaware Education Research and Development Center, College of Human Resources, Education and Public Policy-Full-time professional position with secondary faculty rank and a member of the senior management of the College of Human Resources, Education and Public Policy. Provide research and evaluation support to further efforts to reform and improve education throughout Delaware. Serve as source of information about the conditions, contexts and performance of educational systems. Web site <http://www.rdc.udel.edu>. Provide linkage between education research, educational policy and practice. Support educational reform; explore diverse forms of student assessment and implications and practice and equity; conduct of a variety of educational evaluations as well as research of policy-relevant issues of concern within the state. REQUIREMENTS: Ph.D. in education, policy analysis and evaluation, specialization and advanced skills in research methods. Five or more years' postdoctoral research experience in educational research and policy. Strong organizational skills. Knowledge of K-12 education and familiarity with school, state, national and international reform issues. DUTIES: Plan, administer and generate funding support for the center's research and development activities. Interaction with Delaware Department of Education, state business leaders, legislators, school district leaders and university faculty. Available January 2000. CONTACT: Submit a letter of interest, current vita, copies of representative or recent publications and names of three references to Jeffrey A. Raffel, Chair, R & D Center Director Search Committee, College of Human Resources, Education and Public Policy, University of Delaware, Newark, DE 19716. Phone: 831-2311; fax: 831-4605; or e-mail at <raffel@udel.edu>. Application review begins Aug. 20.

#99P147 Registered Nurse (Level 12), Student Health Service-This is a 50-percent-time position, primarily weekdays during the academic year. 24-hour, seven-day ambulatory services at an inpatient infirmary with in-house lab and X-ray, immunization clinic, dispensary and separate sports medicine clinic. REQUIREMENTS: Delaware R.N. license and diploma from accredited school of nursing with two years' general nursing experience or one-three years' college health nursing experience, or BSN with two years' general nursing experience. Strong interpersonal, communicative and human relations skills and ability to provide services to a diverse student population in cooperation with a health care team including physicians, nurse practitioners, registered nurses and licensed practical nurses essential. DUTIES: Provide nursing services in gynecology clinic and triage and primary care assessment in outpatient clinic. Flexibility is a must. CONTACT: Submit resume, including salary requirements, to E.F. Joseph Siebold, D.O., Director, Student Health Service, Laurel Hall, Newark, DE, 19716, or fax to 831-6407. DEADLINE: June 14.

#99P149 Research Specialist (Level 11), College of Marine Studies-(Lewes). This is a 50-percent-time position. Serve as volunteer coordinator for the Inland Bays Citizen Monitoring Program. REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree. Master's degree in physical or environmental science with related experience preferred. Experience in field water sampling and computer literacy required. Data analysis and teaching experience with adult learners desirable. DUTIES: Daily program activities include volunteer education and training, data entry and management, lab analysis, field projects and project reporting. CONTACT: Send letter of interest, resume and names of three references to Rita Baty, College of Marine Studies, University of Delaware, 700 Pilottown Rd., Lewes, DE 19958. DEADLINE: June 14.

#99P151 Assistant Dean for Student Services (Level 15), College of Human Resources, Education and Public Policy-LIMITED TO UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE EMPLOYEES. Reporting to the senior assistant dean of the college, the assistant dean for student services is responsible for the effective delivery of student services for the approximately 2,000 undergraduate students in the college. REQUIREMENTS: Master's degree and five years' relevant experience with undergraduate students. Knowledge of University student policies and procedures preferred. Good communication skills and attention to detail required. Ability to work with diverse populations essential. Supervisory experience preferred. DUTIES: Coordinate the undergraduate student advisement functions of the departments and schools within CHEP and assist students in ways that ensure their success. The assistant dean for student services chairs the College's Student Services Council and serves as liaison to the admissions office and registrar's office. Meet with students and parents on behalf of the dean. Assist departments and schools in maintaining accurate records of student progress. Review requests, authorize exceptions, and meet with students experiencing academic difficulty and assist students with referrals to appropriate University services. Work with the dean's office. Monitor admissions, course scheduling, and registration controls and make recommendations for changes in policy related to these areas. Serve as the CHEP representative to University committees. Work with faculty and department chairs and school directors to develop and promote opportunities for students at the University and in the college. CONTACT: Send a letter of interest and resume to Barbara VanDornick, Chair, Search Committee, Delaware Center for Teacher Education, 201 Willard Hall Education Building, University of Delaware, Newark, DE 19716. DEADLINE: June 25

#99P152 Director, System Security And Help Services (Level 15), Information Technologies (IT)-LIMITED TO UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE EMPLOYEES. Advise IT management on policies needed to govern access and security for central and distribution of computing and network services. Establish, implement and promulgate policies. Computing and network resources are used extensively by all students, faculty and staff for instruction, research and the conduct of University business. Policy for security and access must address the heavy demand for resources and their varied and evolving application. Coordinate with the Dean of Students' Office, Office of Employee Relations and Public Safety. REQUIREMENTS: Outstanding communication, management and problem-solving skills. Committed to customer friendly service. Experience in a complex information technology service essential. Working knowledge of computer security, basic understanding of operating systems network required. Familiar with laws and with current issues such as privacy, copyright, intellectual freedom and pending legislation. Five years' progressive, direct experience required. Bachelor's degree required, higher degree preferred. Five years' additional demonstrated experience and competence working in a complex information technology environment may offset the higher education degree requirement. DUTIES: Establish and administer secure procedures. Help those who use the University's information technologies. Administer the IT Helpdesk, which uses a call referral and trouble tracking process. Evaluate, redirect and improve services. Oversee disaster recovery planning procedures and policies to assure continuity in services in the event of an information processing disaster. CONTACT: Submit resumes to Charlene Mylin, Office of the Vice President for Information Technologies, 192 South Chapel St. DEADLINE: July 1.

#99P153 Associate Policy Scientist (Level 15), Mathematics and Science Education Resource Center-This is a 12-month, professional, non-tenure track position. Plan and implement professional development activities for K-12 mathematics and science teachers. REQUIREMENTS: Doctorate in mathematics education, equivalent of an undergraduate degree in mathematics. Excellent oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills and the ability to work with a wide variety of education related personnel. Strong technology background, including uses of computer and calculator technology. Five years' teaching experience in K-12 mathematics and experience, and proven ability to facilitate and lead professional development activities. DUTIES: Report to MSERC director. Teach graduate level mathematics/education courses. Provide workshops and modeling standards-based mathematics instruction on-site in Delaware public schools. CONTACT: Send letter of application, resume and the names of three references to Kathleen A. Hollowell, University of Delaware, 105 Pearson Hall, Newark, DE 19716. DEADLINE: July 15.

#99P154 Transgenic Research Associate I (Level 12), Biological Sciences-REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree in biology with strong background in animal sciences. Previous experience of more than two years in a transgenic facility environment. Experience in maintenance of pathogen-free mouse colonies, sterilization and animal surgery procedures and manipulation and micromanipulation of preimplantation mice embryos preferred. Strong organizational skills. DUTIES: Micromanipulation and transfer of mice embryos into recipient animals, generation of new experimental mouse lines in a small scale, pathogen-free, core facility. Order animals and supplies and responsible for maintenance of equipment. CONTACT: Send resume to Sandra Dean, Department of Biological Sciences, 124 Wolf Hall, University of Delaware, Newark, DE 19716. DEADLINE: June 25.

#99P157 Admissions Officer (Level 12), Admissions- REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree. Experience in college admissions, financial aid, high school college counseling or other educational field. Work independently and as a member of a team. Excellent organizational, writing and public speaking skills. Familiar with foreign educational systems, reference materials and bilingual abilities preferred. Weekend and extended hours. Valid U.S. driver's license required. DUTIES: Recruit and evaluate freshmen, transfer applicants and transfer credit evaluation. Recruitment activities include high school visits, college fairs and evening programs. Review catalogs and reference materials, analyze and compare course descriptions, determine credit hour equivalencies. Conduct on-campus information sessions; interview prospective students; assist with on-campus yield activities; work with educational agencies and perform other duties as assigned. CONTACT: Submit resume with cover letter and names of three references to Jeffery Rivell, Senior Associate Director of Admissions, Office of Undergraduate Admissions, University of Delaware, 116 Hullihen Hall, Newark, DE, 19716. DEADLINE: July 1.

#99S089 Administrative Assistant (R-07), Office of Alumni and University Relations-LIMITED TO UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE EMPLOYEES. Minimum, $20,594 per annum. REQUIREMENTS: Associate degree or equivalent course work in business administration or related field, with four years' progressively responsible clerical, secretarial or records experience. One year of related experience or one year in a level six records or secretarial position or equivalent. Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of general administration and organization; knowledge of unit programs, policies and procedures preferred. Communicate effectively. Analyze and interpret data; make independent decisions and judgment in keeping with the level of the position; ability to plan, assign, review and evaluate the work of staff; or any equivalent combination of training and experience. DUTIES: Logistical and administrative arrangements for programs and special events. Maintain calendar. Arrange appointments on- and off-campus. Screen calls, mail and visitors. Provide support, grants preparation, payments, contracts. Maintain budgets. Interact with officials, parents and faculty. DEADLINE: June 14.

#99S153 Senior Secretary (S-05), Continuing Education-Distance Learning-Minimum, $17,945 per annum. REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or G.E.D. with two years' secretarial experience. Experience in the University environment and business school training. Knowledge of office practices and procedures and business English. Communicate effectively, maintain records, and prepare reports or any equivalent combination of experience and training. Knowledge of WordPerfect and DataEase. DUTIES: Coordinate and implement detailed FOCUS exam system. Obtain and coordinate exam proctors. Arrange exams at designated work sites. Order textbooks, distribute course material, process forms. Must be highly organized and detail oriented. DEADLINE: June 14.

#99S171 Secretary (S-04), University Library-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, procedures and business English. Communicate effectively to maintain office records and prepare routine reports, or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Be discrete in handling confidential information, demonstrate attention to detail, and have proofreading skills and experience in dealing with diverse clientele. Working knowledge of WordPerfect or Microsoft Word preferred. Willingness to learn HTML and other software applications. DUTIES: Prepare correspondence, newsletters, proposals, speeches, library and University forms, press releases, publications and mailing labels using various software applications. Provide secretarial support for the cultivation and acknowledgment of University of Delaware Library and University of Delaware Library Associates' contributions. Maintain donor lists. Assist with research studies. Serve as receptionist for incoming telephone calls and visitors to the Office of the Director. Coordinate library events with facilities and catering. Prepare documents for publishing on the library web site. File, copy, maintain mailing lists and pick-up and deliver correspondence from other departments on campus. Other duties as assigned. DEADLINE: June 14

#99S172 Senior Secretary (S-05), University Development-LIMITED TO UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE EMPLOYEES. Minimum, $17,945 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. Knowledge of office practices and procedures, business English. Communicate effectively, maintain records and prepare reports or any equivalent combination of experience and training. Knowledge of standard software packages including Windows 95, Word and Excel experience. Interpersonal skills including strong organizational, excellent telephone manners and accurate proofreading skills essential with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously. DUTIES: Secretarial support for the vice president for development and alumni relations including transcribing and preparing all correspondence. Schedule appointments, meetings, make travel arrangements, process standard forms, maintain vice president's calendar and compose responses to routine requests. DEADLINE: June 14.

#99S173 Executive Secretary (S-06), Facilities Administration- LIMITED TO UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE EMPLOYEES. Minimum $19,230 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. Extensive knowledge of office practices/procedures; knowledge of principles and practices of general administration and organization; communicate effectively; analyze and interpret data; make independent decisions and judgments in keeping with level of position. Plan, assign, review, evaluate the work of staff; or any equivalent combination of experience and training. Excellent computer skills utilizing all aspects of Microsoft Office. Handle multiple assignments simultaneously in a busy office involving highly confidential information. Excellent interpersonal skills and flexibility. DUTIES: Liaison for many human resources assignments, including recruitment procedures. Schedule, interview and conduct background reference checks and duties related to the employment process. Prepare letters to staff concerning work status and safety issues; schedule appointments and meetings; make travel arrangements; process standard forms; maintain calendars for five professional staff members; respond to routine requests; perform other duties as assigned. DEADLINE: June 14.

#99S174 Senior Secretary (S-05), Office of Alumni and University Relations-LIMITED TO UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE EMPLOYEES. Minimum, $16,839 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, knowledge of business English. Communicate effectively, maintain records and reports or any equivalent combination experience and training. DUTIES: Coordinate and attend large, special events. Set up on-site meetings and contact vendors to handle event logistics. Draft instructions for events. Track reservations using a spreadsheet program. Draft and write letters and correspondence. Oversee record retention. Answer phone, distribute mail and greet visitors. DEADLINE: June 14.

#99S175 Senior Secretary (S-05) Mathematical Sciences-LIMITED TO UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE EMPLOYEES. Minimum, $9,565 per annum. This is a 53.3-percent-time position, 20 hours per week, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Mondays-Fridays. REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or G.E.D. with two years' experience in a secretarial position. Experience in University environment; business school training preferred. Knowledge of office practices and procedures; knowledge of business English; must communicate effectively; maintain records and prepare reports; or any equivalent combination experience and training. Experience with typing technical and scientific documents and willingness to learn LaTex Math and Graphic software programs preferred. May be asked to work extra hours when workload is extremely heavy or to meet deadlines or provide coverage for vacationing secretary. (This will be minimal, and compensatory time or additional pay will be provided.) DUTIES: Answer phones and open mail. Type technical documents, exams and proposals for faculty. Perform other related duties as assigned. DEADLINE: June 21.

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