Spectrum - Volume 21 Issue 07 October 8, 1998 - EMPLOYMENT

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EMPLOYMENT

Spectrum Volume 21 Issue 07 - October 8, 1998

For position-availability information, please call the following jobline numbers:
Office/Clerical: 1-6196
Technical/Research: 1-6160
Service/Trades: 1-6176
Professional/Managers: 1-4649
Information Technology: 1-2233
Persons with hearing impairments may call for TDD information at (540) 231-6258. The employment listing on the Personnel Services home page is available at http://www.ps.vt.edu .

CLASSIFIED POSITIONS
Aircraft Maintenance Mechanic (W022075T) Airport. Starting Pay: $12.79 (Grade 10). PTP: Approximately 20 hours per week for a maximum of 1,500 hours in a 365-day period. Position previously advertised, you do not need to re-apply to be considered. Application deadline: Oct. 9.
Analytical Chemist Senior (7260T) Chemistry. Starting Pay: $31,794 (Grade 12). FTP, renewed yearly. Position previously advertised, do not need to re-apply to be considered. Application deadline: Open until filled.
Animal Care Technician B (W022523M) Veterinary Medicine Experiment Station. Starting Pay: $8.19 (Grade 5). FTP. Will work a maximum of 1,500 hours within a 365-day period. Application deadline: Oct. 9.
Athletic Event and Facilities Supervisor (Student Services Coordinator) (LC064J) Athletics . Starting Pay: $26,604 (Grade 10). FTP. Application deadline: Oct. 9.
Boiler Operator Assistant (332P) Power Plant. Starting Pay: $15,588 (Grade 4). FTP. Midnight-8 a.m. after training period on the 8 a.m.-4 p.m. shift. Application deadline: Oct. 9.
Computer Operations Technician Senior (6960D) Computing Center. Starting Pay: $22,262 (Grade 8). FTP. Shift rotates with night, evening, weekend and day hours. Application deadline: Oct. 9.
Development Associate for Student Calling Program (Public Relations Assistant Specialist) (1450D) University Development/Annual Giving for Phonathon. Starting Pay: $22,763 (Grade 8). FTP. Monday-Thursday, 1:30-10 p.m.; Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Position renewed yearly. Application deadline: Oct. 9.
Executive Chef (Food Operations Manager B) (1781H) Culinary Services/Dietrick Dining Hall. Starting Pay: $26,604 (Grade 10). FTP. Application deadline: Open until filled.
Food Operations Assistant A (Dishwasher) (W022428G) Donaldson Brown Hotel and Conference Center. Starting Pay: $5.74 (Grade 1). Four PTP's. Approximately 30 hours a week, not to exceed 1,500 hours in a 365-day period. Application deadline: Oct. 9.
Food Operations Assistant A (W022314H) Residential and Dining Programs. Starting Pay: $5.74 (Grade 1). Vacancies include temporary, full-time, and part-time work; seasonal.
Food Operations Assistant B (W022315H) Residential and Dining Programs. Starting Pay: $6.27 (Grade 2). Vacancies include temporary, full-time, and part-time work; seasonal.
Food Operations Assistant B (W022429G) Donaldson Brown Hotel and Conference Center. Starting Pay: $6.27 (Grade 2). PTP. Approximately 30 hours a week, not to exceed 1,500 hours in a 365-day period. Application deadline: Oct. 9.
Food Production Worker B (1st Cook) (613H) Residential and Dining Programs/Shultz Dining Center. Starting Pay: $17,041 (Grade 5). FTP. Varied to include nights and weekends. Application deadline: Open until filled.
Food Production Worker B (747H) Residential and Dining Programs/Southgate Bake Shop. Starting Pay: $17,041 (Grade 5). FTP. Application deadline: Oct. 9.
Graphic Artist (6798H) Residential and Dining Programs. Starting Pay: $20,364 (Grade 7). FTP. Some nights and weekends. Application deadline: Oct. 9.

Graphic Artist (W020567H) Residential and Dining Programs. Starting Pay: $9.79 (Grade 7). PTP for 30 hours a week; not to exceed 1,500 hours in a 365-day period. Some nights and weekends. Application deadline: Oct. 9.
Housekeeping Worker (W020574G) Donaldson Brown Hotel and Conference Center . Starting Pay: $5.74 (Grade 1). PTP. 30 hours per week; schedule varies. Application deadline: Oct. 9.
Housekeeping Worker (W020190P) Physical Plant/Housekeeping Services. Starting Pay: $5.74 (Grade 1). PTP. Monday-Friday, 7 a.m.-11 p.m., for 20 hours per week.. Application deadline: Oct. 9.
Housekeeping Worker (6940P) Physical Plant/Housekeeping Services. Starting Pay: $11,932 (Grade 1). Several FTP's. Monday-Friday, 6 a.m.-2:30 p.m., or 5 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Application deadline: Oct. 9.
Housekeeping Worker (7262M) Recreational Sports. Starting Pay: $11,932 (Grade 1). FTP. 5 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Some evening and weekend work as required. Application deadline: Open until filled.
Housekeeping Worker (7263M) Recreational Sports. Starting Pay: $11,932 (Grade 1). FTP. 1-9:30 p.m. Application deadline: Open until filled.
Housekeeping Worker (W022490H) Residential and Dining Programs. Starting Pay: $5.74 (Grade 1). Two FTP's available for a maximum of 1,500 hours in a 365-day period. 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday Application deadline: Open until filled.
Housekeeping Worker Senior (2743H) Residential and Dining Programs. Stating Pay: $14,259 (Grade 3). FTP. Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Application deadline: Oct. 9.
Installation And Repair Technician Senior (7288D) Video/Broadcast Services. Starting Pay: $26,604 (Grade 10). FTP. Shift varies to include day, evening and on-call work. Application deadline: Oct. 9.
Laboratory Specialist (7375M) Biochemistry. Starting Pay: $22,262 (Grade 8). FTP. Position is renewed yearly based on funding. Application deadline: Open until filled.
Laboratory Specialist (W022520M) Biochemistry. Starting Pay: $10.70 (Grade 8). FTP. Position ends approx. 1-31-99. Application deadline: Oct. 9.
Laboratory Specialist Advanced (6375M) Food Science and Technology. Starting Pay: $29,083 (Grade 11). FTP. Application deadline: Open until filled.
Laboratory Specialist Senior (1243T) Geological Sciences. Starting Pay: $24,337 (Grade 9). FTP. Position previously advertised, do not need to re-apply to be considered. Application deadline: Open until filled.

Mason/Plasterer Lead Worker (204P) Physical Plant . Starting Pay: $22,262 (Grade 8). FTP. Application deadline: Oct. 9.
Motor Vehicle Operator A (2862P) Physical Plant/Grounds/Hauling . Starting Pay: $13,044 (Grade 2). FTP. Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Position ends 6-30-99, renewed yearly. Application deadline: Oct. 9.
Office Services Aide (W020548C) University Registrar. Starting Pay: $6.27 (Grade 2). PTP, 30 hours per week, schedule to be arranged, not to exceed 1,500 hours in a 365-day period. Application deadline: Oct. 9.

Office Services Assistant (W020482P) Hokie Passport Office . Starting Pay: $7.49 (Grade 4). PTP. 30 hours per week Monday-Friday; some evening and weekend hours. Application deadline: Oct. 9.
Office Services Assistant (Community Office Assistant) (W022440H) Residential and Dining Programs. Starting Pay: $7.49 (Grade 4). FTP. Positions are scheduled during the academic year with an ending date of 5-99 or for a maximum of 1,500 hours in a 365-day period. Application deadline: Oct. 9.
Office Services Assistant (W022362M) Veterinary Medicine. Starting Pay: $7.49 (Grade 4). PTP. 8 a.m. to noon for 20 hours a week. Application deadline: Oct. 9.
Office Service Specialist (W020038D) Alumni Relations. Starting Pay: $8.19 (Grade 5). PTP. 8 a.m.-1 p.m., Monday-Friday. Position previously advertised, do not need to re-apply to be considered. Application deadline: Oct.r 9.
Office Services Specialist (W022414T) Licensing and Trademark Administration. Starting Pay: $8.19 (Grade 5). PTP: Approximately 25 hours per week for a maximum of 1,500 hours in a 365-day period. Application deadline: Oct. 9.
Office Services Specialist (2177E) Personnel Services . Starting Pay: $17, 041 (Grade 5). FTP. Application deadline: Oct. 9.

Office Services Specialist (1595P) Purchasing . Starting Pay: $17,041 (Grade 5). FTP. Application deadline: Oct. 9.
Office Services Specialist (2237H) Residential and Dining Programs. Starting Pay: $17,041 (Grade 5). FTP. Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Application deadline: Oct. 9.
Office Services Specialist (W022522H) Residential and Dining Programs. Starting Pay: $8.19 (Grade 5). FTP. Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Application deadline: Oct. 9.
Postal Assistant (W020714D) University Mail Services. Starting Pay: $7.49 (Grade 4). FTP, for a maximum of 1,500 hours in a 365-day period. Previously advertised, do not need to re-apply to be considered. Application deadline: Open until filled.
Program Support Technician (6671D) Administrative Information Systems. Starting Pay: $18,628 (Grade 6). FTP. Application deadline: Open until filled.
Program Support Technician (1092T) Math. Starting Pay: $18,628 (Grade 6). FTP. Application deadline: Oct. 9.
Program Support Technician Senior (W022069D) Administrative Information Systems. Starting Pay: $9.79 (Grade 7). PTP, 30-40 hours per week. Application deadline: Open until filled.
Programmer (6716D) Administrative Information Systems. Starting Pay: $26,604 (Grade 10). FTP. Application deadline: Open until filled.
Public Relations Specialist (6413T) University Relations. Starting Pay: $26,604 (Grade 10). FTP. Application deadline: Oct. 16.
Public Relations Specialist (7195T) University Relations. Starting Pay: $26,604 (Grade 10). FTP. Application deadline: Oct. 16.

Radiologic Technologist (W022238G) Schiffert Health Center. Starting Pay: $9.79 (Grade 7). PTP. 20 hours per week during academic year; other hours, as needed Application deadline: Oct. 9.

Secretary Senior (7380H) Residential and Dining Programs. Starting Pay: $17,041 (Grade 5). FTP. Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Position ends 6-30-99, renewed yearly contingent upon funding. Application deadline: Oct. 9.
Senior Programmer Analyst (296D) University Libraries. Starting Pay: $37,995 (Grade 14). FTP. Application deadline: Open until filled.
Systems Analyst (1165D) Administrative Information Systems-Information Resource Management. Starting Pay: $41,535-64,847 (Grade 15). FTP. Application deadline: Open until filled.
Tailor (W022159G) Tailor Shop. Starting Pay: $6.27 (Grade 2). PTP. 24 hours per week between the hours of 8-4:30 Monday-Friday. Application deadline: Oct. 9.
Turbine Operator (2220P) Physical Plant-Power Plant . Starting Pay: $18,628 (Grade 6). FTP. Midnight-8 a.m., including overtime. Application deadline: Oct. 9.
Television/Video Production Technician (W020967D) Media Services. Starting Pay: $9.79 (Grade 7). PTP, 30 hours per week, not to exceed 1,500 hours per year from date of hire. Evenings and nights with some weekends. Position previously advertised, do not need to re-apply to be considered. Application deadline: Oct. 9.
T HE FOLLOWING POSITIONS ARE AVAILABLE TO CURRENT UNIVERSITY EMPLOYEES ONLY.
Enrollment Services Specialist (ULC042J) Athletics . Starting Pay: $22,262 (Grade 8). FTP. Application deadline: Oct. 9.
Food Production Worker A (Pre-portion Supervisor) (U752H) Residential and Dining Programs, Dietrick Dining Center. Starting Pay: $14,259 (Grade 3). FTP. Application deadline: Open until filled.
Property Control Coordinator (Program Support Technician Senior) (U7374J). FTP. Position renewed yearly contingent upon funding. Application deadline: Oct. 9.

OFF-CAMPUS POSITIONS
Animal Care Technician B (7377M) College of Veterinary Medicine- Equine Medical Center. Starting Pay: $19,477 (Grade 5). Position location: Leesburg, Virginia Tech. FTP. Apply to: Betty Tucker, Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center, Box 1938, Leesburg, VA 20177. Application deadline: Oct. 9.
Enrollment Services Assistant (7383J) College of Engineering Northern Virginia Center . Starting Pay: $22,262 (Grade 7). Position location: Falls Church. FTP, position renewed yearly contingent upon funding. Apply to: Pamela Kurstedt, Northern Virginia Center, 7054 Haycock Road, Falls Church, VA 22043. Application deadline: Oct. 9.
Grants Specialist (7381J) College of Engineering Alexandria Research Institute . Starting Pay: $26,604 (Grade 9)Position location: Alexandria. FTP, renewed yearly contingent upon funding. Apply to: Dr. Saifur Rahman, Alexandria Research Institute, 206 N. Washington Street, Alexandria, VA 22314. Application deadline: Oct. 9.
Office Services Assistant (5819M) Virginia Cooperative Extension-Southwest District. Starting Pay: $15,588 (Grade 4). Position location: Wise County. FTP. Renewed yearly based on funding. Apply to: Mary Ann McFarland, Box 1955, Abingdon, VA 24212-1955. Application deadline: Oct. 13.

Office Services Assistant (7384M) Virginia Cooperative Extension-Southwest District. Starting Pay: $15,588 (Grade 4). Position location: Smyth and Bland Counties. FTP. Renewed yearly based on funding. Apply to: Mary Ann McFarland, Box 1955, Abingdon, VA 24212-1955. Application deadline: Oct. 13.
Office Services Specialist (7382J) College of Engineering Alexandria Research Institute . Starting Pay: $20,364 (Grade 5). Position location: Alexandria. FTP, renewed yearly contingent upon funding. Apply to: Dr. Saifur Rahman, Alexandria Research Institute, 206 N. Washington Street, Alexandria, VA 22314. Application deadline: Oct. 9.

INSTRUCTIONAL
Department of Biochemistry. Assistant Professor (re-advertisement). Tenure-track position, 12 months. Preference will be given to applicants with potential to develop an externally funded research program in the area of structure-function relationships or post-translational processing of proteins. Enthusiasm for teaching at the graduate or undergraduate level is essential. The department currently is home to 18 full-time faculty members, 25 post-doctoral associates and technicians, 24 graduate students, and over 350 undergraduate majors. The adjacent Fralin Center for Biotechnology offers access to additional facilities and expertise. Locate http://www.biochem.vt.edu for more information. Applications review begins November 20, and continues until position is filled. Applicants should send a curriculum vitae, a brief plan of research goals, and three letters of reverence to Timothy J. Larson, Chair of Faculty Search Committee, Department of Biochemistry (0308), Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA 24061.
Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics. Assistant Professor. Assistant professor in applied economic theory and econometrics. This position is a tenure-track, calendar-year, research (65 percent) and teaching (35 percent) appointment, available July 1, 1999. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications. Qualifications: Doctorate in agricultural/applied economics, economics, or related field. Responsibilities: conduct a research program focused on applying economic theory and econometric techniques to address emerging issues in natural resource/environmental economics, production economics, or related areas. This position supports the department's instructional programs through teaching and graduate advising. Course responsibilities include, but are not limited to, econometrics and applied micro-economic theory. The person in this position is expected to provide state-of-the-art theory and econometric methods to support applied research by faculty members and students. Applicants should submit a letter of application, curriculum vita, academic transcripts, a writing sample, and the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three references to Dr. Everett Peterson, Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics (0401), 216-I Hutcheson Hall, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA 24061. Phone: 1-6108; fax: 1-7417; e-mail: petrsone@vt.edu . Applications review begins December 15, and continues until a suitable candidate is found.
Department of Human Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise. Assistant Professor in Nutrition Science (re-advertisement). This is a tenure-track, academic-year appointment that will be available as early as Jan. 1, 1999. The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses, advise undergraduate students and direct thesis and dissertation research, and participate in professional service and outreach. Evidence of potential for developing a research program that supports department goals and is competitive for external funding is expected. Candidate must be able to communicate effectively and collaborate with others both within and outside the department in the development of teaching, research, and outreach programs. The candidate will be expected to teach courses in normal, life cycle, metabolic or sports nutrition. Preference will be given to those candidates whose research interests support the department initiative in human metabolic studies directed toward human-nutrition requirements and metabolism as related to vitamins and minerals, sports nutrition, or molecular biology. Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in nutrition or closely related area; strong training in the basic sciences and experience with human subjects and human metabolic studies are highly desirable. Review of applications will begin on November 15 and continue until the position is filled. A letter of application, curriculum vita, transcripts, statement of both teaching and research interests (two-three pages), and the names of three references whom you have requested to forward letters should be sent to Dr. Dianne Yardley, Search Committee-Nutrition, College of Human Resources and Education (0317), 101 War Memorial Hall, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA 24061. Questions concerning position responsibilities and qualifications should be directed to Forrest Thye, Department of Human Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise; phone: 1-6620; fax: 1-3916; e-mail: thye@vt.edu .
Bradley Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. Assistant/Associate/Full Professors. Six tenured and/or tenure-track faculty positions will be available at all levels. Of the six positions, three are at the main campus in Blacksburg and three in the Virginia Tech Alexandria Research Institute in Alexandria. These faculty members will have outstanding opportunities to develop highly visible research programs. All candidates will be expected to conduct research and teach both undergraduate and graduate courses. Areas of expertise sought: computer engineering, computer networks, wireless communications, and power electronics. Applicants must have an earned doctorate in electrical or computer engineering or a closely related field and be committed to undergraduate and graduate teaching and to the development or expansion of sponsored research. Faculty will have outstanding opportunities to develop highly visible research programs. Candidates for the rank of assistant professor should have strong potential for both teaching and research. Candidates for the ranks of associate or full professor should have distinguished records in research and a strong interest in educational programs. The College of Engineering has recently established the Alexandria Research Institute, which has a focus on the development and deployment of information technology. The Alexandria Research Institute (ARI) is located near the large industry cluster in Arlington, Crystal City, and Washington, DC and a number of large federal agencies. Faculty at the ARI will teach at the Northern Virginia Graduate Center in Falls Church,. Applications will be accepted until March 31, 1999 or until suitable candidates are selected. Identify specific field of expertise and the geographical location to which applying. Interested candidates should submit a letter of application, a curriculum vita, and a list of at least three references by March 31, 1999 to W.L. Stutzman, Chair, Resource Committee, Bradley Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (0111), Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA 24061. Phone: 1-6834.
NON-INSTRUCTIONAL
Division of Continuing Education. Assistant Director. The major responsibility of this position is to work collaboratively with university faculty members in developing and implementing continuing-education programs. Conducts market research studies to identify market and program needs. Other tasks include: use consultative selling with university faculty members and external clients; develop program, service, and financial plans for each program initiated and offered; lead service team; and participate in professional activities. These professional faculty positions are non-tenured and carry the academic rank of instructor. Doctorate preferred; master's degree required in education or related field. A minimum of three-five years of experience in continuing higher-education development and administration required. Salary commensurate with education and experience. Three letters of reference from current and/or previous supervisors are required and should be submitted to Linda Leffel, Director of Program Development, Division of Continuing Education (0364), Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA 24061. The deadline for applications is November 1; applications screening begins November 15 and continues until the position is filled. For more information, contact Bertha Camper at 1-9043 or e-mail: bjcamper@vt.edu .
Virginia Cooperative Extension. Extension Agent (re-advertisement). Position #FA600, 4-H Youth Development, Warren County. Successful candidate will be lecturer rank, non-tenure-track, professional faculty. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Extension agent will manage a non-formal experiential educational program in order for youth, and adults working with those youth, to further develop life skills necessary as self-directing productive and contributing members of society. Responsibilities: Agents must determine program needs by monitoring trends and issues, involving Extension leadership councils and advisory committees; design programs to meet needs of target audiences, specify program goals and objectives, and identify resources; inform clientele of program activities; use appropriate technologies to plan and deliver programs through workshops, seminars, conferences, one-on-one visits, field trips and tours; maintain knowledge of current research information; develop computer applications; develop and implement evaluation plans; recruit and use volunteers; and report results to clientele, public, and administration. Qualifications: Master's degree required or imminent; one or more degrees in related discipline preferred. Current Virginia Cooperative Extension faculty members with bachelor's degree may be considered based on specialty, expertise, and performance. Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing; ability to recruit, train, and manage volunteers; experience in relating with people. Experience in planning, implementing, marketing, and evaluating educational programs in a related area preferred. Computer/computer software knowledge desired. To apply: Submit a letter of intent, a complete resume, official undergraduate and graduate transcripts (copies are acceptable), and three letters of reference. Review of applications will begin Oct. 23 and continue until positions are filled. Send to Barbara Gillespie, Virginia Cooperative Extension (0437), 122 Hutcheson Hall, Virginia Tech (0437) Blacksburg, VA 24061. Inquiries received at 1-7619; TDD user: 1-800-828-1120; fax: 1-5545; e-mail: barbarag@vt.edu .
Department of Hospitality and Tourism Management. Department Head. To begin July 1, 1999. The department head will be responsible for administrative duties related to the teaching, research, and service mission of the department at both program campuses. The head is expected to be a strong advocate for the department within the university and to its outside constituency, and to provide strong support for its undergraduate and graduate programs. The individual in this position is responsible for working with an active external advisory board and growing industry partnerships. Because of the close ties that the department has to the College of Business, the department head is expected to support a working relationship with that college. Required qualifications for the position include an earned Ph.D. or equivalent degree in a discipline related to hospitality and tourism management and an academic record that supports appointment to the rank of professor at Virginia Tech, e.g., a strong scholarly research record and international recognition in the field. Desired qualifications include 1) successful leadership experience, 2) enthusiastic commitment to students, 3) the ability to manage personnel and financial resources, 4) effective interaction with faculty, staff, and administrators, 5) relevant industry experience, 6) a proven record of outreach to the hospitality and tourism industry, 7) the ability to attract external funding for the department, and 8) familiarity with university governance. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Applications review begins Jan. 15, 1999 with applications accepted until the position is filled. A letter of application should specify the following: 1) the applicant's administrative philosophy, 2) leadership abilities, and 3) teaching, research, and service experience. Send letters of application, curriculum vitae, and names and addresses of three professional references to Dianne Yardley, Search Committee-HTM Department Head, College of Human Resources and Education (0317), 101 War Memorial Hall, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA 24061. Questions concerning position responsibilities and qualifications should be directed to Suzanne Murrmann, Department of Hospitality and Tourism Management; phone: 1-8421; fax: 1-8313; e-mail: smurrm@vt.edu .
Virginia Cooperative Extension. Extension Agent (re-advertisement). Position #111090, Animal Science, Albemarle County. Extension agent in Agriculture and Natural Resources. The successful candidate will be lecturer rank, non-tenure-track, professional faculty. Agriculture and Natural Resource agent positions have area responsibilities in their program specialty. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. The position requires basic knowledge of animal nutrition, health, animal care, and reproduction; production and financial management; marketing; biotechnology developments; waste management and utilization; and water quality. Responsibilities: Agents must determine program needs by monitoring trends and issues, involving Extension leadership councils and advisory committees; design programs to meet needs of target audiences, specify program goals and objectives, and identify resources; inform clientele of program activities; use appropriate technologies to plan and deliver programs through workshops, seminars, conferences, one-on-one visits, field trips, and tours; maintain knowledge of current research information; develop computer applications; develop and implement evaluation plans; recruit and use volunteers; and report results to clientele, public, and administration. Qualifications: Master's degree required or imminent; one or more degrees in related discipline preferred. Current Virginia Cooperative Extension faculty members with bachelor's degree may be considered based on specialty, expertise, and performance. Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing; ability to recruit, train, and manage volunteers; experience in relating with people. Experience in planning, implementing, marketing, and evaluating educational programs in a related area preferred. Computer/computer software knowledge desired. To apply: Submit a letter of intent, a complete resume, undergraduate and graduate transcripts, and three letters of reference. Applications review begins Oct. 30, and continues until position is filled. Send to Barbara Gillespie, Virginia Cooperative Extension (0437), 122 Hutcheson Hall, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA 24061. Inquiries will be received at 1-7619; TDD user: 1-800-828-1120; fax: 1-5545; e-mail: barbarag@vt.edu .