>University of Iowa Language Media Center: Computing Consultant I: To >provide programming and maintenance of LMC administrative and >instructional software, and to provide technical support for LMC >computing equipment and networking. > >Strong candidates for this position will have a broad range of >expertise and experience combined with an aptitude for learning about >new technologies and operating systems: > >* have coursework or other training on database structures and management >* be knowledgeable about both Mac and PC platforms >* have experience in multimedia/instructional software development >* have training or experience in network operations >* be prepared to engage in complex Web page development and >programming and Web server administration > >Responsibilities: >* Maintain 4th Dimension collection and circulation database, >including programming enhancements and fixing bugs in the existing >code and data; provide training and support for staff in the use of >the database. >* Provide primary technical support for LMC network systems, >including installation and management of LMC ITC networked software, >of software and systems in the LMC multimedia development studio, LMC >video and Web servers, and of LMC administrative computer systems and >software. >* Maintain LMC Web site and Web server, implementing changes and >enhancements when necessary. >* Handle Administrative Data Processing transactions (obtain class >lists, prepare diskette with card charges) and prepare database and >CALL software each semester. >* Participate in computer-assisted language instruction development >initiatives including consulting, coding, debugging, and testing >programs. >* Generate reports and listings as needed from database and compile >yearly usage statistics for Language Media Center services. >* Assist in preparing and conducting short courses and training >sessions for faculty and TAs in existing software. >* Assist in long-range planning for computing resources and prepare >specifications for proposals to seek funding. >* Prepare and maintain documentation for LMC. > >Requirements include Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or MIS, or >combination of education and relevant experience; database >programming experience; experience with Macintosh and Windows >operating systems; experience with Web development tools and >familiarity with Web servers; strong communication skills. > >Desirable qualifications include experience with 4D database >software, Novell Netware, and Java, experience with development of >multimedia and instructional software, delivery of streaming media >(especially video) and working with and training users. Knowledge of >a language other than English and experience in foreign language >learning environments are also desirable. > >Resumes with professional references should be sent to: Dr. Sue K. >Otto, Director, Language Media Center, University of Iowa, 120 >Phillips Hall, Iowa City, IA 52242. Screening to begin 5/11/01. >Salary commensurate with education and experience. >The University of Iowa encourages women and minorities to apply, and >is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. >-- >Dr. Sue E. K. Otto, Director >Language Media Center >120 Phillips Hall >University of Iowa >Iowa City, IA 52242-1323 >Phone: 319/335-2332 >Fax: 319/335-2270 >e-mail: [log in to unmask]