[NHCOLL-L:2291] Mammal Curator job announcement

[Lisa.Gatens]

Pardon cross-postings.

Position: NAT SCI RESEARCH CUR II

Vacancy Number: 4328-0000-0028-157
Salary Grade: 72
Salary Range: $33050 - $42542
Department: ENVIRONMENT & NATURAL RESOURCES
Division: N. C. MUSEUM OF NATURAL SCIENCES
Type of Appointment: Perm Full-Time
Location: WAKE
Posting Date: 05/03/2004
Closing Date: 06/18/2004
Number of Positions: 1

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

*** THIS POSITION IS AVAILABLE SEPT 2, 2004 ***
The curator of mammals will work to conduct & publish competent &
original research of significance, serve as a principal curator of the
mammal collection, & provide expertise in mammal identification,
distribution, & mammal biology to other sections of the NC State Museum
of Natural Sciences. In addition, this curator will interface w/the
general public, private & public organizations to provide expertise &
guidance w/respect to issues involving the state's resident mammal
species. This curator will also work w/members of the Education,
Exhibits, & External Affairs sections of the museum to provide
appropriate scientific information. A significant portion of this
position will be devoted to the development of exhibits & programs
regarding current research on mammals & development of programs to
promote tourism through mammal-related activities (mammal watching
trails, "hotspots" & organized tours) for the state of North Carolina.
This curator will enjoy working w/the public & will function well in a
team setting.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Considerable knowledge of zoology n general and mammalogy specifically.
Considerable knowledge of requirements for scientific research &
publications, of the principles & practices of scientific research, & of
taxonomic principles. Good working knowledge of materials & equipment
used in scientific research; considerable knowledge of mammals; & a
general knowledge of the natural history of North Carolina. Ability to
solve advanced & complex problems of taxonomic identification; ability
to plan, design & conduct original research in areas of natural science;
& ability to compile & record results in accepted scientific formats.
Also, the ability to converse & present lectures on topics in areas of
expertise to professionals and laymen. Good public relations skills.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Possession of a master's degree in biology, zoology, or a science
curriculum related to area of expertise and three years of experience in
specialty area; or an equivalent combination of education and
experience.
*** PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: PH.D AND TRAINING PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT AND
AUTOMATED DATA MANAGEMENT, KNOWLEDGE OF STATE GOVERNMENT AND FEDERAL
GOVERNMENT WORKINGS

No resumes will be accepted without the NC State application (pd-107).
All relevant work experience and education must be included on this
Pd-107 in order to receive proper credit. No fax applications will be
accepted. The pd-107 is located: www.osp.state.nc.us/jobs/gnrlinfo.htm
One application per job vacancy posting. All applications are to be in
the museum's hr office no later than 4:30pm on the closing date.
Applications may be emailed to: rhonda.clapp at ncmail.net

How to Apply:

The State Application for Employment (PD-107) and a comprehensive list
of State Government vacancies are available on the Internet at
http://www.state.nc.us/OSP/jobs/. The North Carolina Museum of Natural
Sciences (MNS) uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to
fill positions subject to the State Personnel Act with highly qualified
individuals.
NCDENR-Museum of Natural Sciences is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All
applicants must complete and submit a State Application for Employment
(PD-107). Resumes will not be considered official application of
employment and will not be accepted in lieu of a State Application for
Employment (PD-107). Faxed applications will not be accepted.
Be sure to indicate the position/vacancy number and job title in the
section "Jobs Applied For". Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference for
first time employment with State Government should submit either Form
DD-214 or discharge orders. Application must be received in the MNS
Division Personnel Office no later than 5:00 p.m. on the closing date.
Salary rate depends upon training, experience, equity, and budgetary
considerations.

Contact Person:               RHONDA CLAPP
Contact Agency:              DENR- MUSEUM OF NAT SCI
Contact Address:             11 WEST JONES STREET
                            RALEIGH , NC  27601-1029
Contact Phone:                919-733-7450 Ext: 202

Contact E-mail:               RHONDA.CLAPP at NCMAIL.NET


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Lisa J. Gatens
Mammal Collection Manager
North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
11 W. Jones St.
Raleigh, NC 27601
(919) 733-7450 X 727 (919) 715-7614 (fax)