Here's a forwarded job announcement I thought ECOFEMers might be
interested in. Stefanie [EMAIL PROTECTED]
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JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE: Heritage Database Manager
SUPERVISOR: Database Program Manager
Illinois Department of Conservation
Natural Heritage Division
The Data Manager will be an employee of the Nature
Conservancy, detailed to the Illinois Heritage Division in
Springfield. The Data Manager will work under the direct
supervision of the Illinois Heritage Program's Database
Program Manager. The Illinois Nature Conservancy's Planning
and Operations Manager will join with the Heritage Database
Program Manager in setting long-range goals and priorities for
this position, and in evaluating job performance.
LOCATION: Natural Heritage Division,
Springfield, IL
DURATION: One year
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
The Heritage Database Manager will be responsible for planning
and carrying out a comprehensive program to improve the
quality and breadth of the information contained in the
Illinois Heritage Database, and establishing and carrying out
systems for regular and efficient exchange of data between the
Heritage Division and Illinois offices of the Nature
Conservancy (TNC). Primary responsibilities of this position
fall into two broad categories, each of which is expected to
claim roughly half of the Database Manager's time:
- planning and establishing the procedures and systems
needed to make the Heritage database complete,
consistent, and readily accessible in a cost-efficient
manner; and
- managing the exchange of data between the Heritage and
Conservancy offices, including responding to requests
for reports from the Conservancy, and including learning
to use Arcview to produce GIS products from the
database.
DUTIES:
1. Comprehensively assess the state of the database with
regard to the completeness of its data relative to what
information is available, the consistency of its data,
its accessibility and ease of use, the efficiency and
completeness of existing procedures for updating and
quality control, and other issues as identified in
concert with the responsible staff at IDOC and TNC.
2. Develop with IDOC and TNC staff, and then implement, a
comprehensive plan for addressing needs and problems
identified through item 1.
3. Develop, establish and maintain systems and procedures
for maintaining the database's quality, integrity and
accessibility consistent with the goals identified as
part of step 2.
4. Respond in a timely manner to TNC data and report
requests.
5. Under the direction of the Heritage GIS Manager, become
proficient at using Arcview to produce GIS reports from
the database.
6. With TNC personnel, coordinate the regular and
consistent exchange of data between Heritage and TNC
offices.
7. Design and initiate a comprehensive ranking of files
within the Heritage database.
ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:
1. At least one of the following:
A: Two or more years experience in the support and
administration of relational databases or other
complex multi-user software, including long-range
planning, and providing data products for both
in-house and external clients.
B: Two or more years experience supporting
researchers using UNIX- or DOS-based computers to
record, sort, and analyze scientific information.
Familiarity with the Nature Conservancy's Biological and
Conservation Data System, and the national network of Heritage
databases, is preferred but not required.
2. Proven experience working on complex projects or
programs involving multiple teams and individuals.
Documented success in achieving results on schedule.
3. Experience in the non-profit, government and/or
conservation sectors.
4. A bachelors or advanced degree in computer science or a
related field, or in natural resources or a biology-
related field.
5. Cooperative work ethic, strong leadership abilities, and
good decision-making skills.
6. Ability to work as part of an effective team and to work
with a wide range of people.
7. Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
8. Willingness to work on a flexible schedule, which could
include evenings and weekends, and will include travel
within Illinois.
9. Commitment to the conservation missions of the Illinois
Department of Conservation and The Nature Conservancy.
STARTING SALARY
Mid-20s, depending on experience.
CLOSING DATE AND DURATION
Applications (resume and cover letter) are now being accepted
by mail and email - no phone calls please. This full-time
position is currently funded for one year beginning sometime
after July 1, 1995. The position could be continued beyond
that year if additional funding is secured.
CONTACT
Paul Botts
Planning and Operations Manager
Illinois Field Office
8 S. Michigan, Suite 900
Chicago, IL 60603
email: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
THE NATURE CONSERVANCY
IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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