--- Forwarded Message from Jacqueline Kaminski <[log in to unmask]> --- >Date: Thu, 4 May 2000 08:19:54 -0700 >To: <[log in to unmask]> >From: Jacqueline Kaminski <[log in to unmask]> >Subject: UC Davis Position Vacancy Hello All! Well, I've just accepted a position at Purdue University (where I'll both work and be able to complete my PhD). UC Davis has asked that I post the announcement below to LLTI. UC Davis is in a wonderful location in northern California; we have just finished a renovations and equipment initiative, and the entire building is being renovated over the summer. This is a great opportunity! :) If you have any application questions, please direct them to Miriam Heikila ([log in to unmask]). Or, if there is anything I can do or answer, please contact me at [log in to unmask] :) Best regards, Jacque *********************VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT***************** VACANCY ACADEMIC COORDINATOR II for UC Davis Language Learning Center The Language Learning Center (LLC) serves as a resource center and high-tech environment for language studies at UC Davis. The LLC addresses the needs of more than 2500 faculty, staff, and students each quarter, providing more than 18,000 units of service for programs in African/African American Studies, Cantonese, Chinese, Classics, ESL, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Linguistics, Native-American Studies, Russian, Spanish, and the Second Language Acquisition Institute (SLAI). The LLC serves a dual role in providing language-specific support (digital video and audio streaming, CDs, software, cassettes, and videos) and language-specific advice for technology development and use. The specific duties of the LLC director are as follows: * Direct the LLC, including the selection, evaluation and supervision of the Center's career and student staff of 12-15 (approximately 3.15 FTE); * Lead, coordinate, and train interested faculty in implementing, expanding, and managing the use of technology for language teaching; * Consult with and establish resources for all the language constituents listed above; * Assess pedagogical advances in technology-based language learning and disseminate such information to interested faculty; * Assure that the LLC provides a state-of-the-art environment and infrastructure for language instruction and research, including the SLA Institute's activities; * Manage the LLC operating budget ($150,000) and oversee the final stage of LLC renovation (approx. $200,000). Type of position: 100% fiscal year Salary range: Academic Coordinator II, $41,000 to $56,000 (salary commensurate with qualifications) Eligibility for merit increases: every 2 years Term of appointment: non-tenured career position Qualifications: Previous experience with technologically-based language labs and familiarity with foreign language/ESL pedagogy required. Knowledge of computerized network systems and applications and experience with audio-visual equipment required. Demonstrated administrative ability. M.A. or equivalent experience preferred. Experience with both Macintosh and PC platforms sufficient to oversee language facility. Position Available: The search committee will begin reviewing applications on June 1. To ensure consideration, submit application by that date. Application: Send letter of application, resume, and the names and addresses of three references to: Language Learning Center, Search Committee, Attn: Miriam Heikila, Olson 49, One Shields Ave., UC Davis, Davis, CA 95616-8601. Faxed (530-754-8764) or e-mailed ([log in to unmask]) applications accepted. The University of California, Davis, and the LLC are interested in candidates who are committed to the highest standard of scholarship and professional activities, and to the development of a campus climate that supports equality and diversity. The University of California is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Jacqueline M. Kaminski Director, Language Learning Center University of California, Davis 1 Shields Avenue, Olson Hall 49 Davis, CA 95616 Tel: (530)752-8791 Fax: (530)754-8764