Our opening is a great opportunity for someone interested in both IT and environmental science. Our IT coordinator will do web development on a variety of projects while providing support for our office's software and hardware needs. This job is particularly well suited for someone with an interest in the development and application of environmental science research and education products to help restore and preserve the Chesapeake Bay and Maryland's coastal natural resources.
The IT Coordinator will implement, administer, and strengthen Maryland Sea Grant's use of existing and new information technology to improve administration, education, outreach, and staff efficiency. S/he will provide leadership in the use and development of software, online applications, and other technologies to enhance Maryland Sea Grant's mission and online presence (e.g., education modules, program administration systems, Drupal-based website). The coordinator will be encouraged to network with other IT professionals in university departments and institutions to effectively use available resources and develop new approaches as well as be offered professional development opportunities to advance programming and other IT skills.
For complete details about this opening and how to apply, please download the position announcement (attached and at http://www.mdsg.umd.edu/employment#it). For best consideration please submit application materials by May 31, 2017. The position will remain open until filled.
Maryland Sea Grant is part of the University System of Maryland. We are headquartered on the University of Maryland College Park campus and are administered by the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science. We are a federal-state partnership that supports research, education, and public outreach to help restore and preserve the Chesapeake Bay and Maryland's coastal natural resources. More information about our mission and organization is available on our website at http://www.mdsg.umd.edu/welcome-and-mission.