--- Forwarded Message from "Mary McMahon" <[log in to unmask]> --- >Subject: Amherst College Seeks Curricular Computing Support Specialist >Date: Mon, 15 Mar 2004 16:55:13 -0500 >Thread-Topic: Amherst College Seeks Curricular Computing Support Specialist >Thread-Index: AcQFOGo1jFhH1iRFQxKsteMOZvPerAFnVGzw >From: "Mary McMahon" <[log in to unmask]> >To: "Language Learning and Technology International Information Forum" <[log in to unmask]> Curricular Computing Support Specialist -- Language Support The Curricular Computing Services Department seeks a technology specialist who will be a member of a small team of Information Technology professionals who work together closely to support faculty in using computer technology in teaching. Candidate will have intensive interaction with faculty in the foreign languages, provide instruction to faculty and students in group and one-on-one settings; develop both paper and web-based instructional materials; and facilitate communication among faculty about use of technology in the curriculum. Candidate will help staff the telephone for the campus-wide Information Technology help desk. Additional information about Curricular Computing Services can be found at www.amherst.edu/it/ccs/ . Qualifications: Bachelor's degree, advanced degree preferred; 2-3 years experience providing user support with technology, preferably in supporting language/culture instruction in higher education. Position requires expertise in using and supporting technology in teaching, particularly digitized audio and video, developing web based materials, and a demonstrated ability to work effectively and collaboratively with fellow team members. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required. Additional experience with any of the following is highly desirable: language instruction, specialized software for support of teaching of foreign language and culture, satellite system maintenance, php, Perl or Java/JavaScript scripting; use of scanners and image handling programs; writing documentation; desktop publishing; web site design. Amherst College offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package Applications/resumes will be accepted until the position is filled.. Interested candidates should submit a letter of application and a resume to: Curricular Computing Support Specialist Search Office of Human Resources Amherst College P.O. Box 5000 Amherst, MA 01002-5000. Amherst College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. -- Mary G. McMahon Director, Curricular Computing Services Amherst College Box 2240 Amherst, MA 01002-5000 413-542-8396