This is being posted to multiple lists. Apologies for any duplications. ===================================================== User Support Specialist - NCPTT Northwestern State University of Louisiana (National Center for Preservation Technology and Training) Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the position of User Support Specialist at the National Center for Preservation Technology and Training (NCPTT), at Northwestern State University of Louisiana (NSU) in Natchitoches, Louisiana. NCPTT is an office of the National Park Service located on the NSU campus. The position is through NSU and is available immediately. NCPTT is an interdisciplinary facility that serves the historic preservation community nationwide. NCPTT's current work includes the fields of historic architecture, archeology, historic landscapes, objects and materials conservation, and the interpretation aspect of history. NCPTT undertakes its work through three administrative components: research, training, and information management. Central to the mission of NCPTT is the dissemination of information in a wide variety of media with the focus on electronic distribution. Under its information management component, NCPTT operates a World Wide Web page, a gopher site, and a computerized fax-on-demand system. Four-fifths of the User Support Specialist's position is within NCPTT's information management component, supervised by NCPTT's Information Management Coordinator; one-fifth is within NSU's Computer Center. The User Support Specialist's tasks at NCPTT will include assisting NCPTT's Information Management Coordinator in -- Installing and maintaining NCPTT's computer hardware and software; Managing NCPTT's Windows NT based LAN; Assisting NCPTT staff with computer-related tasks and problems; Developing and maintaining NCPTT databases; Developing and managing NCPTT's World Wide Web site; Coordinating NCPTT computer activities with NSU computer activities; Troubleshooting problems in NCPTT's office equipment including computer hardware and software; Other tasks as assigned, including administrative and clerical tasks that support the overall operation of NCPTT. The User Support Specialist's tasks at NSU will include assisting NSU's Computer Center Director in tasks similar to those outlined above. The successful candidate will have (minimum)-- Bachelor degree in computer science or related field; Two years of experience in a networked PC environment; Experience with Windows NT Server; Experience with Internet based applications; Demonstrated knowledge of database management; Strong oral and written communication skills; Ability to deal effectively with computer users of varying experience and expertise. To apply, send a letter of interest, a current r,sum,, official copies of college or university transcripts, and three letters of recommendation to Mary S. Carroll, National Center for Preservation Technology and Training, NSU Box 5682, Natchitoches, Louisiana, 71497. For more information, call 318/357-6464, fax 318/357-6421 or e-mail: [log in to unmask] Northwestern State University of Louisiana is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Mary S. Carroll Information Management Coordinator National Center for Preservation Technology and Training NSU Box 5682, Natchitoches, LA 71497 [log in to unmask] 318/357-6421 (fax) 318/357-6464 (voice) 318/357-3214 (fax-on-demand) http://www.cr.nps.gov/ncptt/ gopher://gopher.ncptt.nps.gov