Friday, May 24, 2013
UMD -Information Technology Professional
Please view complete listing &
instructions at
Requisition Number:184664
Work Hours/Days: 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday - Friday, year
round
Appointment/Hours: 100% Full-Time
Starting Rate : DOQ
Department/Unit: UMD Academic Affairs
Internal Promotional Consideration
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
* BA/BS degree in MIS, computer science or a closely related
field and no experience; OR a
combination of education and/or experience in current programming languages
(e.g. Java, Perl, PHP, Ruby, C#) to total four (4) years.
* Experience with programming development, business and
technical requirements analysis, and project management methodology.
* Experience with database design, database documentation
and writing queries in relational data management systems.
* Web development experience with back-end databases.
* Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in
teams.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
* Demonstration of previous experience in higher education
preferred.
* Ability to work with and build consensus with people from
diverse cultures and backgrounds.
* Excellent listening skills and the ability to communicate
effectively, verbally and in writing, to a diverse range of audiences.
* Proven ability to meet deadlines using effective
organizational skills to prioritize multiple tasks and manage projects, and
work with minimal supervision.
* Demonstration of effective problem-solving and
decision-making abilities with keen attention to detail.
* Proven ability to accomplish tasks with accuracy.
* Demonstrated ability to learn, understand, and apply new
technologies.
* Able to read, analyze and interpret technical journals, as
well as write technical documentation.
DUTIES:
The incumbent is responsible to work
independently as well as collaboratively with other staff in the UMD
Information Technology Systems and Services Department (ITSS) and other campus
academic and administrative units on multiple activities relating to
application development support. This position will be responsible for:
Application and Web Programming Support (65%)
Develop and support information
systems, programs, and applications that includes programming, analysis,
installation, integration, and maintenance of application programs. Develop
code from specifications and enhance/customize existing or purchased programs
through code for University academic and administrative programs using
appropriate design/development tools, applications and content management
systems. Support both in-house developed and vendor-supplied applications (e.g.
database and web hosting applications).
Business Systems Analysis (10%)
Work with clients to understand and
define needs, develop and recommend solutions, and plan for implementation and
integration of solutions into the current business processes or systems design.
Collect and define client business requirements, gather information on the
technology plans of the department/unit, and perform analysis on business
processes to identify improvements.
System Administration (15%)
Perform system administration tasks
such as system backup and restoration, monitoring, and tuning.
General Technical Support (10%)
Provide general technical support
and perform other work-related duties as assigned. Participate on process teams
and in professional development activities. Promote a non-discriminatory
environment. Keep current with University of Minnesota policies and guidelines.
To apply
* The application is the official document used to determine
that the applicant meets minimum qualifications to be considered for the
position. Therefore, the application must demonstrate the applicant meets all
required qualifications.
* In order for your application to be complete, you MUST
attach a cover letter addressing qualifications related to the job duties and
selection criteria; a resume; an unofficial transcript, which should be
attached as Additional Document 1; and the names, addresses and phone numbers
for three references.
*FINAL JOB OFFER CONTINGENT UPON PASSING COMPLETE BACKGROUND
CHECK***
*Official transcripts will be required at the time of an
interview.
UMD Tech System/Services Opening
Please view complete listed at
Requisition Number:184692
Work Hours/Days: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, Monday-Friday
Appointment/Hours: 100%, Full-Time year
round
Starting Rate:$40,000+ annually,
depending on education and experience
Unit/Department: UMD Academic
Affairs
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
* BA/BS degree in MIS, Computer Science, or a closely related field, OR a combination of education and
related professional level work experience totaling 4 years.
* Experience in desktop & laptop computer hardware &
software support for Mac and Windows.
* Strong customer service skills; experience and background
working with customers, colleagues & teams.
* Excellent oral and written communication skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
* Knowledge and experience with:
- Computer imaging processes
- Google Apps
- Active Directory services
- Desktop security tools & software (VPN, anti-virus,
spyware)
- Mobile computing (PDAs, Smart Phones)
- Basic networking & connectivity (TCP/IP, IP printing)
- General office software (word processing, spreadsheet,
presentation, database, web)
* Strong organization skills and
experience with process management.
* Strong troubleshooting abilities,
both hands-on and over the phone.
* Ability to work independently on
projects, to manage time, and to multi-task.
Duties/Responsibilities
DUTIES:
Customer support (75%)
* Install, configure and support campus technology hardware
and software on Windows and Macintosh platforms. Structure and configure
software and hardware to meet customer's requirements.
* Perform troubleshooting and assessment for
technology-related problems involving workstation configurations, software,
network printing and file storage, mobile computing, network access and others.
* Assess, prioritize, & track personal projects &
processes using department request tracking system.
* Consult with and support administrators, managers,
faculty, staff and students regarding the use of information technology
hardware and software.
* Work in coordination with other technology staff and
student employees.
* Provide assistance on special technology-related projects.
Other (25%)
* Keep abreast of new technologies, make recommendations to
ITSS management, and facilitate implementation.
* Work as a member of ITSS teams.
* Complete other duties as assigned.
APPLICATION:
* The application is the official document used to determine
that the applicant meets minimum qualifications to be considered for the
position. Therefore, the application must demonstrate the applicant meets all
required qualifications.
* Complete applications MUST include: a letter of
application and resume.
* Professional references and transcripts will be required
at the time of an interview.
Thursday, May 16, 2013
Second Graders Explore the World of Computer Science
In May 2013, a Duluth
Congdon Park Elementary class visited UMD's Computer Science Simulation and
Interaction in Virutal Environments Lab (SIVE Lab), operated by Dr. Pete
Willemsen. Second graders learned what computer science is like and what we as
computer scientists do.
Seven stations provided
exposure, engaging experiences, and an education to a variety of computer
science related topics. Each station focused on a small and specific subset of
computer science ranging from what a computer is, how we represent the alphabet
on a computer using binary numbers, how computers can be programmed, Scratch,
to how we computers to help scientists.
Volunteers from
the CS graduate and undergraduate programs represented a diverse and even mix
of cultures and genders. This was purposeful to ensure the 2nd graders
interacted with an inclusive and diverse group of students showing a broad
spectrum of people (men and women) being computer scientists.
Below is a
summary of the stations that we prepared. The second grade class was split into
7 groups of 3-4 students each. Each group spent 12 minutes at each station
interacting with the students, equipment, and computers.
Station 1. -
What is a computer? - Students learned about the different parts that make up a
computer including its memory, long term storage, processing ability, and how
it communicates with other computers.
Station 2. - How
is a computer built? - Students took a computer apart and put it back together.
Station 3. - How
do computers work? - In this exercise, the students learned how computers only
use the binary number system (0s and 1s) to make sense of the world. Using the
binary representations of the alphabet students spelled their names as a
computer would.
Station 4. -
LEGO Scratch Programming - Students built LEGO systems that had motors and
sensors and programed the motors with software, using the Scratch programming environment.
After finishing the assembly of a LEGO kit, students used Scratch to write a
program to control the LEGO motor with one of the LEGO sensors. One system, a
LEGO alligator, used Scratch to "bite" the person's finger when it
gets too close to the alligator's mouth. Hand-outs were supplied showing where students
can get Scratch and use it on their own (it's free). There were two
LEGO/Scratch stations at the table so pairs of students could work together on
one set.
Station 5. - Arduino
RGB Light - In this exercise, the students used a very small computer (an
Arduino) to construct a small multi-colored RGB LED that could be programmed.
They then programed the color of the light with a software program they wrote
and changed. This exercise demonstrated the interaction between hardware and software
and how colors are represented. Two Arduinos were setup for pairs of students
to use.
Station 6. - Sun
City, or Gosh, it's hot! - Students used a physical mock-up of a small city to
simulate the sun with a bright light. The then determined the hot and cool
spots of a city. Volunteers demonstrated how Meteorological Scientists and
Engineers use computer simulations to make these observations.
Station 7. - Walk
on Mars/Haptic Demo - This was combined demo showing the VR system. The
students prepped to be the first astronauts to stand in the Noctis Labrynthis
(Night Maze) on Mars. After learning how planetary scientists have collected specific
data for the structure of Mars, we explained how scientists use computer
science and computer programs to study the red planet virtually. The students each
spent several minutes using the virtual reality setup in the lab to stand on
Mars and walk around the Noctis Labrynthis. While students waited to, or after they
were done seeing the Mars demo, they received a demo of a haptic device to
explore how scientists can use robots to help them feel objects that are
"in" the computer with the motivation being that if a scientist wanted
to feel one of the rocks they saw on Mars, this might be how
they'd do it.
they'd do it.
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| What is a computer |
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| Arduino RGB Light |
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| LEGO Scratch Programming |
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| Sun City |
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| Mars Demo |
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| How is a computer Built? |
Wednesday, May 15, 2013
GIS-Computer Programmer job - Duluth
North Point Geographic
Solutions
GIS - Computer Programmer
North
Point Geographic Solutions is a private Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
consulting company. We are seeking a motivated, self-driven, computer programmer
to assist with various web, desktop and mobile projects related to GIS.
Example Tasks and Project Types
* Assist
project manager and senior programmers with programming tasks:
*
Developing custom desktop tools for ArcGIS with Visual Basic .NET and Python.
* Customizing
web applications with Javascript, Flex, PHP, and MySQL.
* Develop
custom mobile apps on various platforms ie Android, iOS et8
* Other
tasks as needed.
Minimum qualifications:
* Pursuing or received a bachelor's degree in
computer programming, geography (GIS & Cartography), (Or) a combination of
education and work experience to provide adequate knowledge of programming. (Or) pursuing Associates degree in GIS, and
has programming experience in Javascript especially.
*
Experience with: .NET, Javascript, Flex, and/or Python.
*
Experience with ESRI ArcGIS would be helpful but not necessary.
Benefits:
*
Schedule is flexible
* Office
is located in Canal Park, but working remotely may also be an option.
*
Attending related local, state and regional conferences will be possible.
To Apply:
Deadline:
May 24, 2013
All
resumes will be considered. Mail or emalil resumes and covers letters to:
North
Point Geographic Solutions
394 S.
Lake Ave Suite 400
Duluth,
MN 55802
info@northpointgis.com
phone:
218-720-NPGS (6747)
www.northpointgis.com
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