(Fwd) Position Available--Iowa State University Library

[Chris Howard]

Notice of Vacancy
Systems Support Specialist IV  -- Iowa State University Library

September 5, 1996

Rank: P15

Appointment Conditions:  Full-time, 12 month, Professional and
Scientific status.

Description:  Under the general direction of the Assistant Director
for Automated Systems, this position manages the Unix database
servers and search interfaces that are part of the library's newly
expanded SCHOLAR information system and serves as the Library's
Webmaster.

Qualifications:

Required:  B.S. degree in Computer Science or equivalent
information technology program.  A knowledge of the Unix operating
system, Unix system administration, TCP/IP networking protocols,
the C and PERL programming languages, HTML, and client/server
applications.  Three to five years experience installing and
maintaining server software, with the conversion and management of
complex databases (MARC, SGML, ASN.1), and with information
standards and protocols (Z39.50, Z39.58).

Salary: $31,042 minimum, depending upon qualifications and
experience.

Benefits:  TIAA/CREF, excellent group medical, dental and life
insurance, 24 working days vacation and 18 days sick leave per
fiscal year.

The Library and Iowa State:  Iowa State University fosters an
environment that promotes the value of diversity and offers a
positive opportunity for contribution and growth.  Situated on a
beautiful campus, the Library actively serves over 25,000 students
and supports nationally recognized collections of 2.0 million
volumes, 2.3 million microforms and 21,400 current serials.  An
automated Library system (NOTIS) is in operation.  The Library is
a member of ARL, CRL, BCR and OCLC.  Ames is a community of
approximately 50,000 located 35 miles from Des Moines, the state
capital.  The city cupports quality schools and outstanding
cultural attractions and was recently recognized as one of the top
ten areas of its size in the country.

Application Deadline:  Review of applications will begin September
15, 1996 and will continue until an adequate pool is developed.

To Apply:  Submit letter of application, resume, transcripts and
the names, addresses and telephone numbers of three references to:
Chair, Sytems Support Specialist IV Committee, Iowa State
University, 302 Parks Library, Ames, IA 50011-2104.

Iowa State University has a strong commitment to equal opportunity
and affirmative action.  Members of protected classes are
especially encouraged to apply.

Iowa State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer.
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* Jerry V. Caswell                   *    Email: JVC at IASTATE.EDU           *
* Assistant Director                 *                                     *
*   for Automated Systems            *                                     *
* Iowa State University Library      *    Phone: (515) 294-5704            *
* Ames, IA  50011-2140               *      FAX: (515) 294-5525            *
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