forwarded from Carta-L -------- Original Message -------- Subject: U of T at Mississauga GIS IT Position Available Date: Wed, 28 Jun 2006 11:12:07 -0400 From: marcel fortin <[log in to unmask]> To: maps-l Posted for Toni Luke-Gervais, UTM Geography http://www.utoronto.ca/jobopps/jobext/cjob746.htm University of Toronto Job Posting United Steelworkers of America (USWA) The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community. The University especially welcomes applications from visible minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. Job Posting No.: Position Status: 746 Available Posting Date: Closing Date: June 26, 2006 July 4, 2006 No late applications will be considered. Position Title: Pay Scale Group: Geographic IT Specialist APA3/10N Department: Geography University of Toronto at Mississauga Hiring Rate: $52,627 with an annual step progression to a maximum of $67,244 Salary Rate effective July 1, 2006 Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing Position Summary: Under the supervision and general direction from the Chair of the Department of Geography and secondary direction for the integration of GGR computing needs and UTM resources from the Chief Information Officer, the Geographic IT Specialist provides leadership and guidance in the development of the overall information technology strategy and in the design, implementation, and maintenance of the IT-based systems for geographic research and instruction for the Department. The incumbent fosters innovation and excellence in research and teaching through the application of information technology in alignment with the goals of the University and the Department of Geography. The incumbent oversees the systems support for a broad range of departmental computing issues for faculty and staff including hardware/software support, and network facilities related to research, teaching and administration. In addition to a range of systems support, the incumbent provides consultation and makes recommendations to faculty members in implementing new technology resources into their courses and research programs. The incumbent will assist in Undergraduate lab design/implementation using geographic information systems (GIS) and other technologies and will provide training to TA's. The incumbent will develop an effective liaison with the Academic Skills Centre and the Instructional Services area of the UTM Library to keep abreast of new and innovative ways to implement technology into the classroom. S/he will liaise with Computing Services Department as needed to facilitate the overall well-being of departmental computing facilities, particularly the network. S/he may also be asked on occasion to present to the larger UTM community on new initiatives in Geographic Computing. Minimum Qualifications Education: University degree in a geographic discipline or acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience: Minimum three years' experience managing a heterogeneous networked computing facility including hardware and software resources. Minimum two years' experience with Geographic Information Systems. Ability to operate and maintain Ethernet and wireless networks. Experience maintaining and managing computing systems using the Solaris, Linux, Windows and OS-X operating systems, especially Solaris and Linux based servers using Apache, MySql, and related software packages. Experience with open source and proprietary software for office applications (wordprocessing, spreadsheet, etc,), geospatial (GIS/RS, GPS, etc), statistical, and database applications. Web design and programming with ability to create content management systems and other dynamic web interfaces. Programming experience [e.g.Java, VB, PHP, awk,, sed, Python, HTML,C/C++, etc.]. Skills: Manual dexterity for hardware installations and repairs. Other: Excellent written and oral communication skills. Demonstrated good judgment and initiatives. Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team and independently with minimum supervision and use initiative to identify new systems and procedures for the smooth-running of the Department's IT resources. Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Ability to explain technical issues patiently in a clear, concise, user-friendly manner. An eye for detail and accuracy along with excellent problem solving skills. Proven ability to exercise tact and use discretion regarding confidential matters. Facilitate the efficient use of computer information technologies within the Geography Department, by providing training, outreach, and consulting in the use of hardware and software resources. Please submit Résumé and Cover Letter to: Veronica Brown, HR Generalist Human Resource Services University of Toronto at Mississauga 3359 Mississauga Rd. N Rm157, North Bldg. Mississauga, ON L5L 1C6 Fax: 905/828-5472 University of Toronto employees are required to supply their personnel numbers with their applications. The University of Toronto thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those applicants considered for a job posting will be contacted. -- ------------------------------ Note: I am currently on research leave. I am monitoring my email, but it may take longer than usual for me to reply. If you require help with maps or Geographic Information Systems, please contact [log in to unmask] ------------------------------ Marcel Fortin GIS and Map Librarian, University of Toronto 130 St. George Street, Toronto, ON M5S 1A5 -- .:*~*:._.:*~*:._.:*~*:._.:*~*:._.:*~*:._.:*~*:._.:*~*:._.:*~*:._ Angie Cope American Geographical Society Library UW Milwaukee Libraries 2311 E. Hartford Avenue Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53201 http://www.uwm.edu/Libraries/AGSL/index.html Hours: M-F 8:00am-4:30pm [log in to unmask] (414)229-6282 / (800)558-8993 (US TOLL FREE) / (414)229-3624 (FAX) .:*~*:._.:*~*:._.:*~*:._.:*~*:._.:*~*:._.:*~*:._.:*~*:._.:*~*:._