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POSITION: ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR TRAINING COORDINATOR
Salary:Commensurate w/exp.Location:Univ. Counseling Center
Position Status:Full-timeHours:Varied
Position Number:02Open Date:5/12/2008
FLSA Status:ExemptNotes:Accepting Resumes
NATURE OF WORK:
Responsible clinical position within University Counseling Center. Reports to Director, University Counseling Center. *Clinician will be required to be on call for emergency coverage.
ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK:
1. Assisting the Director in the administration and implementation of counseling, training, and testing programs.

2. Coordinate and administer a post-doctoral resident program, including recruitment, selection, orientation, education, supervision and evaluation of residents (in accordance with APPIC and APA and PA State Board of Psychology Guidelines).

3. Provide crisis intervention for students as needed, during office hours and serves on a rotation basis, as an on-call 24-hour crisis coordinator.

4. Provide short and long term counseling/psychotherapy and referrals for a wide range of emotional/psychological disturbances with consultation from staff psychiatrist as needed.

5. Provide academic and vocational testing and counseling for students, staff, and alumni.

6. Provide groups, workshops, training, and special programming as requested for faculty, staff, i.e., residence hall staff, and students.

7. Assist in the administration of national examination programs, primarily on Saturday mornings throughout the year, on an as-needed basis.

8. Maintain and review professional journals, extracting relevant literature on counseling center operations, testing, and pertinent clinical issues. Continue professional development to keep abreast of pertinent development in the field.

9. Service as a member of University Committees relevant to student life/academic issues.

10. Other duties as assigned by the Director.
REQUIREMENTS OF WORK:
The successful candidate will possess a Ph.D. in Psychology, Counseling Psychology or related field from an APA accredited program and a Pennsylvania License to practice psychology or license eligible as well as three years clinical experience working with college-age students or related work in a university mental health center or any equivalent combination or training and experience which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. This includes, but is not limited to the following: excellent interpersonal and communication skills; strong organizational skills; counseling and psychotherapy exp; knowledge of research design, psychological measurement and assessment; knowledge of general principles and practices of higher education; knowledge of a variety of theoretical and applied clinical techniques, awareness of young adult development issues; ability to administer and interpret psychological and vocational tests; knowledge of assessments; crisis intervention and case management of college students experience; ability to supervise psychology trainees and Post-Doctoral Residents; provide outreach and consultation services to the University community; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff and university administration, as well as outside practitioners in the community. Applicant must be willing to contribute actively to the mission and to respect the Spiritan Catholic identity of Duquesne University. This mission is implemented through a commitment to academic excellence, a spirit of service, moral and spiritual values, sensitivity to world concerns, and an ecumenical campus community.
POSITION: CARES COORDINATOR
Salary:Commensurate w/ experienceLocation:Office of Residence Life
Position Status:Full-timeHours:Varied*
Position Number:01Open Date:5/8/2008
FLSA Status:ExemptNotes:Accepting Resumes
Department Web Site: http://www.studentlife.duq.edu/depRL.html
NATURE OF WORK:
The CARES Coordinator provides educational programs in the area of alcohol and other drugs to the University community. The program will primarily focus on resident students found in violation of the University alcohol and other drug policy. Works under the direct supervision of the Director of Residence Life. *Weekend and evening hours required.
ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK:
1. Provides educational programs for students found in violation of the University alcohol and other drug policy.

2. Trains Resident Assistants, front desk staff, and Resident Directors on alcohol and other drug issues.

3. Facilitates outreach programs for student organizations, i.e., commuter council, fraternities/sororities.

4. Keeps campus community informed of current information on alcohol and other drug issues.

5. Attends weekly Residence Life staff meetings and any other meetings deemed appropriate by the Director of Residence Life.

6. Assists students with potential alcohol and/or other drug problems by making referrals to the University Counseling Center and/or appropriate community agency.

7. Advises and oversees the programs of the Student Support Team.

8. Coordinates the curriculum infusion program with faculty on alcohol and other drug issues.

9. Participates in Residence Life programs and activities.

10. Arranges for support groups, i.e., AA, NA, ACOA, etc., to meet on campus.

11. Establishes new support groups on an as need basis.

12. Evaluates programming efforts on an on-going basis.

13. Assumes any additional duties and responsibilities that may be assigned by the Director of Residence Life.
REQUIREMENTS OF WORK:
The successful candidate will have earned a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in related field and have professional experience in providing educational programs in the area of alcohol and other drug prevention programs. Experience in University or College environment highly desirable, or any equivalent combination or training and experience which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. This includes, but is not limited to the following: knowledge of the general principles and practices of alcohol and other drug prevention programs; knowledge of current trends in the area of alcohol and other drugs; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with University officials, faculty, staff and students; ability to effectively communicate ideas, both orally and in writing; effective presentation skills; knowledge of policies, regulations and procedures of the University regarding living in residence and student life. Applicants must be willing to contribute actively to the mission and to respect the Spiritan Catholic identity of Duquesne University. The mission is implemented through a commitment to academic excellence, a spirit of service, moral and spiritual values, sensitivity to world concerns, and an ecumenical campus community.
POSITION: DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR
Salary:Commensurate w/ experienceLocation:CTS
Position Status:Full-timeHours:Varied
Position Number:98Open Date:5/7/2008
FLSA Status:ExemptNotes:Accepting Resumes
Department Web Site: http://www.cts.duq.edu/
NATURE OF WORK:
The Database Administrator is responsible for supporting the mission critical production, test, and development applications used for campus administration. The Database Administrator (DBA) is responsible for all aspects of Oracle database management for central computing at Duquesne University. Responsibilities include software installation, patch maintenance, configuration, backup and recovery, performance tuning, troubleshooting, security, and long term data management. Responsibilities also include administration of the universities reporting environment which includes Oracle products, Cognos and the Sungard Banner suite of business intelligence products. The DBA will report to the Manager of Database Administration and will also collaborate with the Systems Administration and MIS teams to develop policies and procedures enterprise administrative applications. Duties are performed on a variety of operating systems with a primary focus on Sun Solaris and Windows. The nature of this position may require the individual to work evenings and or weekends to ensure proper administration.
ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK:
1. Perform database administration and maintenance functions in support of production, test and development environments in the Sungard, Blackboard, and Data warehouse environments;

2. Analyzes, develops, manages, maintains and troubleshoots all database environments in Oracle, MS SQL, and other database products;

3. Performs RDBMS software installs, patches, and upgrades in various environments including Oracle, Solaris, Blackboard, and Sungard Banner;

4. Define and implement monitoring systems, respond to alerts, troubleshoot as necessary;

5. Diagnose database performance problems and recommends solutions during peak performance times;

6. Work with individual departments to develop maintenance schedules, data access plans and reporting strategies;

7. Creation, manipulation, and deletion of user accounts for servers and all installed apps/services;

8. Collaborates with the Systems & Operations team on security for all MIS Servers; This task includes enabling and review of audit trails, enhanced security set-up and maintenance, and file protections and ownership;

9. Keeps current on new and emerging capabilities of the Database products and communicates these capabilities to the MIS team.
REQUIREMENTS OF WORK:
The successful candidate will have earned a Bachelor’s degree with coursework in programming languages, information systems, and/or systems administration and have a basic understanding of operating systems and systems programming; OR at least two years of experience with ERP system administration, Oracle, or other database technologies. The ability to grasp the role that technology plays in higher education and the ability to adapt to and research emerging trends in the field is also required; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities required performing the essential job functions. This includes, but is not limited to: experience as a DBA in an Oracle / UNIX environment with installations / upgrades of Oracle 8i, 9i, 10g; experience in systems administration functions; experience with Solaris and Oracle; experience in SQL and/or data modeling; experience writing UNIX scripts to automate processes; working knowledge of relational database concepts; ability to communicate, in detail, system planning both verbally and in written format; ability to work independently and as a member of a team; ability to follow written and oral instructions; willingness to provide detailed daily and weekly updates to the supervisor; willingness to work as a contributing member of the MIS Team and collaboratively with the Systems and Operations team; ability to communicate both verbally and in written form with others; ability and willingness to support the University Mission Statement; the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other CTS employees and other university departments and develop new and revise current policies and procedures for the administration of the Banner and Blackboard applications.
POSITION: APPLICATION SPECIALIST
Salary:Commensurate w/exp.Location:CTS
Position Status:Full-timeHours:8:30 am to 4:30 pm
Position Number:99Open Date:5/7/2008
FLSA Status:ExemptNotes:Accepting Resumes
Department Web Site: http://www.cts.duq.edu
NATURE OF WORK:
The Applications Specialist is responsible for supporting the mission critical production, test, and development applications used for campus administration. The Applications Specialist is responsible for all aspects of application management for central computing at Duquesne University. Responsibilities include software installation, patch maintenance, configuration, backup and recovery, performance tuning, troubleshooting, security, and long term data management for various core applications for the University. The Applications Specialist will report to the Manager, Database Administration and will also collaborate with the Systems Administration, Web Programmers, and Application Programmers to develop policies and procedures enterprise administrative applications. Duties are performed on a variety of operating systems with a primary focus on Sun Solaris and Oracle databases. The nature of this position will require the individual to work occasional evenings and weekends to ensure minimal impact on end users.
ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK:
1. Perform application administration and maintenance functions in support of production, test and development environments for various applications

2. Works closely with database administrators to integrate applications into the Banner ERP software product

3. Analyzes, develops, manages, configures, maintains and troubleshoots database application environments

4. Performs software installs, patches, and upgrades in various environments including Oracle, Solaris, and third party products

5. Define and implement monitoring systems, respond to alerts, troubleshoot as necessary

6. Diagnose performance problems and recommends solutions during peak performance times

7. Work with individual departments to develop maintenance schedules, data access plans and reporting strategies

8. Creation, manipulation, and deletion of user accounts for servers and all installed apps/services

9. Collaborates with the Systems & Operations team on security for all MIS Servers; This task includes enabling and review of audit trails, enhanced security set-up and maintenance, and file protections and ownership

10. Keeps current on new and emerging capabilities of database technologies and communicates these capabilities to the team

11. Creates and maintains technical documentation

12. Interfaces with third party software vendors for support and training

13. Writes and executes detailed test plans for upgrades

14. Plans upgrades based on information received from vendors

15. Participates in University Change Management

16. Other duties as required.
REQUIREMENTS OF WORK:
The successful candidate will have earned a Bachelor’s degree with coursework in programming languages, information systems, and/or systems administration and have a basic understanding of operating systems and systems programming; OR at least two years of experience with ERP system administration, Oracle, or other database technologies. The ability to grasp the role that technology plays in higher education and the ability to adapt to and research emerging trends in the field is also required; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities required performing the essential job functions. This includes, but is not limited to: experience supporting large enterprise applications in a high-availability environment; experience with or strong knowledge of SQL, relational database concepts, and data modeling; experience with Unix/Linux/Solaris command-line operating systems and scripting a plus; ability to stay organized and manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines; excellent analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills; ability to collaborate and maintain relationships with database administrators, systems administrators; web programmers, and various technical and functional groups and departments across campus, counterparts at similar institutions, and vendor support personnel; excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability and willingness to support the University Mission Statement; possesses a positive attitude, teamwork; willingness to provide detailed daily and weekly updates to the supervisor; ability to develop new and revise current policies and procedures for the administration of enterprise Web services; ability to “think outside the box” and implement creative solutions; willingness to travel on an occasional basis to attend conferences or training; ability to learn independently through self-study of technical manuals, observation of user-created content (i.e., blogs, list servs, etc.); prior experience with Web portals and content management systems (especially Sungard Luminis portal and Luminis Content Management System) preferred.
POSITION: MANAGER OF MUSICAL EVENTS
Salary:Commensurate w/ experienceLocation:School of Music
Position Status:Full-timeHours:Varied
Position Number:97Open Date:5/7/2008
FLSA Status:ExemptNotes:Accepting Resumes
Department Web Site: http://www2.duq.edu/music/indexf.html
NATURE OF WORK:
Under the direction of the Dean of the School of Music and the Dean’s assistant, the Manager of Musical Events coordinates recitals for students and ensembles, works on advertising with Public Affairs, and is the main contact for all School of Music events.
ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK:
1. Develops advertising and print material with the Office of Public Affairs for all departments in the school, and contacts publications to place ads.

2. Web content manager for the music school.

3. Produces the events calendar for each school year with faculty and Operations Manager, and coordinates scheduling of venues. In conjunction with the Operations Manager schedules rooms, programs locknetics card readers and generates Maximo requests.

4. Oversees student recital process, through the stages of scheduling, pre-recital hearings, program production, and final grade.

5. Produces programs for all School of Music events.

6. Serves as Assistant Director of Summer Programs for the summer session, which includes managing the budget, maintaining a student database, registering students, working with visiting faculty and preparing summer course booklet.

7. Maintains events line and creates posters for events.

8. Performs related duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS OF WORK:
A Bachelor’s degree is required and a Master’s degree in Music Performance, Multimedia Technology, Music Technology, or related fields is preferred. Previous administrative experience is required which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. This includes, but is not limited to, the following: high proficiency in all Microsoft Office programs and Macromedia Dreamweaver (experience in Banner not required but strongly recommended); creativity in developing ideas for print material; productive relationships with faculty, staff, and students; ability to quickly learn new technology, meet deadlines, and adapt easily to new tasks; excellent organization skills. Applicants must be willing to contribute actively to the mission and to respect the Spiritan Catholic identity of Duquesne University. The mission is implemented through a commitment to academic excellence, a spirit of service, moral and spiritual values, sensitivity to world concerns, and an ecumenical campus community.
POSITION: MAJOR GIFTS OFFICER
Salary:Commensurate w/exp.Location:University Advancement
Position Status:Full-timeHours:Varied
Position Number:95Open Date:4/21/2008
FLSA Status:ExemptNotes:Accepting Resumes
NATURE OF WORK:
The Major Gift Officer reports to the Associate Vice President for Development and is responsible for managing relationships with major gift prospects determined to have the ability to make gifts at or above the $25,000 level. This position is charged with developing and implementing strategies for securing financial support from a portfolio of prospects, approximately 325, including identifying, qualifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding major gifts for Duquesne University from alumni and friends.
ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK:
1. Work independently and be self-motivated in initiating contracts with potential donors.

2. Manage a case load of active major gift prospective, and implement and execute strategies for solicitation of these prospects, ensuring regular interaction through personal visits, mail/email, telephone, campus visits, and other events.

3. Assume and achieve annual fundraising and activity goals: $500,000 in new cash commitments and 125-150 prospect visits

4. Draft proposals, briefings, contact reports and other correspondence for prospects.

5. Make numerous decisions on cultivation time committed versus expected gift response, determine who needs to be involved in the relationship with the prospective donor and decide the most effective and productive use of travel time.

6. Work in a collegial manner with the development team, key administrators, and volunteers in creating and implementing strategies for cultivation, solicitation, and closure.
REQUIREMENTS OF WORK:
The successful candidate will have earned a Bachelor’s degree and have three-to-five years of proven experience in major gift fund raising, preferably in higher education, and in cultivating and soliciting prospects capable of at least five-figure gifts, or any equivalent combination of experience and training, which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. This includes, but is not limited to, the following: knowledge of IRS and FASB laws, rules and regulations is recommended, along with thorough knowledge of fundraising and solicitation policies, procedures and methods; broad knowledge of the principles of fundraising and an ability to participate in all aspects of the gift cycle; outstanding verbal and written communication skills, as well as good listening, organizational and computer skills; ability to travel throughout the United States to visit alumni and friends; ability to establish and maintain effective communications with the University Community. Applicants must also be willing to contribute actively to the University Mission and to respect the Spiritan Catholic identity of Duquesne University. The Mission is implemented through a commitment to academic excellence, a spirit of service, moral and spiritual values, sensitivity to world concerns, and an ecumenical campus community.
POSITION: GRADUATE ACADEMIC ADVISOR
Salary:Commensurate w/exp.Location:Bayer School
Position Status:Full-timeHours:Varied
Position Number:94Open Date:4/17/2008
FLSA Status:ExemptNotes:Accepting Resumes
NATURE OF WORK:
This is a professional position in the academic advisement of graduate science students in the School. The Graduate Academic Advisor is responsible for the administration of the graduate programs in Biological Sciences, Chemistry & Biochemistry, and Environmental Science and Management (ESM). The position reports to the Assistant to the Dean. Work is done with considerable independence within established policies and guidelines and reviewed by superiors through reports, conferences, and observation of results.
ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK:
1. Manages the administration of the graduate application and admission process, including working with all departments and the Office of International Affairs.

2. Processes graduate students’ registration.

3. Manages responses to inquiries from prospective graduate students in all three graduate programs. Involves coordination of student aides.

4. Registers current students in the departments of Biological Sciences and Chemistry and Biochemistry, and assists Academic Program Advisor in ESM with registration issues.

5. Assists in the coordination of recruitment materials for departmental brochures and other materials necessary for prospective graduate students.

6. Oversees data entry and database management of applicant and current student information.

7. Issues salary and scholarship contracts for teaching assistants.

8. Manages graduate stipend and tuition remission budgets.

9. Compiles and completes Dean’s reports for each candidate for graduation; involves coordination of information from ESM program advisor for ESM students.

10. Gathers statistical data and prepares reports for the graduate programs.

11. Monitors student files for compliance with curriculum and graduation requirements.

12. Participates in student standing committee meetings as student representative.

13. Maintains data spreadsheets of BSNES grant submission.

14. Performs other graduate student advising activities as necessary.
REQUIREMENTS OF WORK:
The successful candidate will have experience in providing advisement to graduate students and hold a Bachelor’s degree with major course work in the liberal arts, education, guidance counseling or another relevant field. A graduate degree is highly desirable, along with several years of advisement of graduate science students experience, or any equivalent combination of experience and training, which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. This includes, but is not limited to, the following: knowledge of the academic policies and regulations of the University, particularly those applicable to the area of academic advisement; ability to establish and maintain professional, effective, and collegial working relationship with students, parents, faculty, staff and University personnel; ability to work independently and as part of a team; ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; proficiency in use of word processing, spreadsheets, databases; willingness to learn new technologies relevant to the positions; willingness to assist with other tasks in the Dean’s Office as needed; ability and willingness to support the University’s Mission Statement.
POSITION: ASSOCIATE PROVOST / ASSOCIATE ACADEMIC VICE PRESIDENT
Salary:Commensurate w/ experienceLocation:Office of the Provost
Position Status:Full-timeHours:Varied
Position Number:92Open Date:3/27/2008
FLSA Status:ExemptNotes:Resume Deadline: 4/21/08
NATURE OF WORK:
The Office of the Provost/Academic Vice President invites applications for the position of Associate Provost/Associate Academic Vice President with primary responsibilities for supporting the programs/services reporting to the Provost’s office.
ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK:
1. Supervises the Center for Teaching Excellence; Honors College; English as a Second Language program; Office of Service Learning; Community Outreach initiative; Post-Baccalaureate/Pre-Health program; Comprehensive Student Advisement; others as determined by Provost;

2. Works with deans and faculty to promote graduate education at Duquesne, including: chair of Graduate Council; liaison to Council of Graduate Schools; systematic review of all graduate programs; administrative support that is common to all graduate programs; work with deans and Public Affairs to promote graduate programs;

3. Provides administrative support for the continued development of appropriate distance learning courses/programs and other technological academic support systems in collaboration with CTS personnel;

4. Participates as non-voting member of Academic Council;

5. Serves as accreditation liaison to PA Department of Education and Middle States Commission on Higher Education;

6. Serves as copyright compliance liaison;

7. Represents Provost’s office on the Academic Affairs Committee of Pittsburgh Council on Higher Education;

8. Interviews faculty candidates as requested by Provost;

9. Performs related duties as assigned by the Provost.
REQUIREMENTS OF WORK:
Candidates must have a doctorate, university teaching experience, and evidence of successful scholarship. Academic administrative experience should include some familiarity with the areas which the position supervises. Candidates should have demonstrated qualities of community building, guiding issues to consensus, and excellent written and oral communication skills. Candidates must also be willing to contribute actively to the University Mission and to respect the Spiritan Catholic identity of Duquesne University. The Mission is implemented through a commitment to academic excellence, a spirit of service, moral and spiritual values, sensitivity to world concerns, and an ecumenical campus community.
POSITION: CATHOLIC CAMPUS MINISTER
Salary:Commensurate w/ experienceLocation:Office of Campus Ministry
Position Status:Full-timeHours:Varied*
Position Number:50Open Date:7/18/2007
FLSA Status:ExemptNotes:Accepting Resumes
Department Web Site: http://www.campusministry.duq.edu/indexf.html
NATURE OF WORK:
This is a full-time, 12-month position within the Spiritan Campus Ministry (SCM) at Duquesne University. *Flexible work schedule allowing for evening and weekend hours.
ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK:
1. Develops and implements SCM's ministry with freshmen.

2. Participates in the facilitation of the RCIA program and other faith-sharing groups.

3. Participates and facilitates cross-cultural experiences.

4. Assists with retreat planning and development.

5. Performs pastoral counseling and outreach as needed.

6. Performs related duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS OF WORK:
The successful candidate will have earned a Master's degree in Theology, Pastoral Ministry, or related field and have a minimum of three years ministry experience in a diverse college/university environment with bi-lingual skills helpful or any equivalent combination of experience and training, which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. This includes, but is not limited to, the following: demonstrated ministry style in the spirit of Vatican II and the ability to participate in a dynamic, collaborative style of ministry within the context of an ethnically and religiously diverse University community; self-motivation; organizational skills; ability to lead spiritual reflection; ability to multi-task; and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the University Community. Applicants must also be willing to contribute actively to the University Mission and to respect the Spiritan Catholic identity of Duquesne University. The Mission is implemented through a commitment to academic excellence, a spirit of service, moral and spiritual values, sensitivity to world concerns, and an ecumenical campus community. Candidate must submit an essay (1 page) describing his/her specific ministerial experience and philosophy of ministry, along with a resume and three references.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and levelof the work being performed by people assigned this job. They are not exhaustive lists of all duties and responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities, physical job demands and working conditions associated with the job.

QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS MAY MAKE APPLICATION FOR THIS POSITION THROUGH THE OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT, DUQUESNE UNIVERSITY, 600 FORBES AVENUE, PITTSBURGH, PA 15282.
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