Hi All - The New York Natural Heritage Program is looking for Database Specialist. Here's a link to the posting:
http://esf.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=75126 And here are more details. Please distribute as you see fit. Upstate New York is a great place to be and the Heritage Program is a great place to work! - Tim ANNOUNCEMENT OF PROFESSIONAL VACANCY The Research Foundation for the State University of New York for the College of Environmental Science and Forestry 1 Forestry Drive, Syracuse, New York 13210-2778 August 10, 2016 Title: Programmer/Analyst II Descriptive Title: Database Specialist Department: New York Natural Heritage Program, Albany, NY Salary: Minimum $47,500 depending on experience (Full time); position is based in Albany, NY. PROGRAM BACKGROUND The New York Natural Heritage Program (NYNHP), a program of the Research Foundation for the State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry (SUNY- ESF), facilitates the conservation of New York's biodiversity by providing comprehensive information and scientific expertise on rare species and natural ecosystems. NYNHP works in partnership with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and other state, federal, and private organizations involved in natural resource management, land protection and stewardship, and biodiversity conservation. The New York Natural Heritage Program uses MS Access, MS Excel, ArcGIS, Crystal Reports, the R statistical environment, and various scripting and programming languages. NYNHP also uses customized spatial and database applications for field data collection on Android mobile devices, an integrated web-enabled platform, Biotics 5, which includes an ArcGIS Server-based mapping platform for spatial data, and an Oracle relational database for tabular data on rare species and natural communities. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: * Contribute to the maintenance and development of many of New York Natural Heritage Program's databases and applications. * Provide technical expertise to staff using databases in daily activities and work with staff in fulfilling database needs. * Design and debug relational databases and web-based applications that use both tabular and spatial data. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: * Associates Degree in computer sciences, information technology, or related field, plus 1-2 years of experience using, developing, or maintaining relational databases. * Demonstrated experience with using, populating, maintaining, and reporting from relational databases including MS Access. * Experience with SQL and VBA. * Demonstrated experience in relational database best practices, concepts, relationships, and design. * Ability to analyze technical specifications and interfaces, debug applications, and produce effective user and technical documentation. * Experience with use of PC operating systems and hardware, office productivity software and desktop utilities. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: * Bachelor's degree and experience in relational databases and computer programming. * Experience in scripting/programming with R, Python, and/or Java. * Experience with Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL, and SQLite. * Experience with mobile technology application development for Android. * Some familiarity with and interest in biology, ecology, and conservation desirable. Familiarity with Natural Heritage Programs and their methodology helpful. * Familiarity with ESRI's ArcGIS software or other Geographic Information Systems. * Ability to work in a busy, open environment with a diverse load of tasks and ever-rotating needs from colleagues. Application Deadline: Although applications will be accepted until the position is filled, candidates should submit their application by August 31, 2016 to ensure optimal consideration. Application Procedure: Employment application is required to be submitted on-line at http://www.esf.edu/hr/ Attach cover letter, curriculum vitae, resume, and contact information for three employment references. In accordance with the "Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act" institutions of higher education are required to prepare an annual report containing information on campus security policies and campus statistics. This report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning reported crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by SUNY-ESF; and on property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security, such as policies concerning sexual assault, and other matters. You can obtain a printed copy of this report by contacting SUNY-ESF University Police at 315-470-6667 or by accessing the following web site: http://www.esf.edu/univpolice/crimereports/ The Research Foundation is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Timothy G. Howard, Ph.D. Director of Science | New York Natural Heritage Program Adjunct Assistant Professor | SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry 625 Broadway, 5th floor, Albany, NY 12233-4757 (518) 402-8945 tim.how...@dec.ny.gov
