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The Shoals Marine Laboratory (SML) is hiring seasonal staff to assist with operating the field station on Appledore Island, Maine. The positions include program staff, facilities staff, waterfront staff and kitchen staff. Depending on the position, employment begins in April or May and ends in September or October. SML is a residential teaching facility; students, faculty and staff all live together on Appledore Island in a close-knit, learning community. Seasonal positions are challenging, fun and rewarding! Positions are full-time. The work week is 5 days long, and the hours worked each day depend upon a complex academic calendar. All staff serve the island community as a team with each department working together to support SML's academic programs. Please see the job descriptions below or visit our website at http://www.sml.cornell.edu/sml_jobs_seasonal.html for more information. Thank you! * Island Coordinator* Manage SML's island administrative office. Coordinate vessel scheduling, all program needs, housing and special events planning, and function as the communication hub for entire island community. Serve as the main liaison with Cornell office. Coordinate arrivals and departures of all individuals and groups (students, adult ed. participants, special program participants, users, visitors and researchers). Provide a friendly and welcoming face to all individuals and groups; provide orientation to the island; provide tours of the SML campus; communicate safety hazards and tips, and inform guests about general island policies. Organize weekly provisioning run to the mainland. Coordinate academic functions: Maintain student records, provide class lists to faculty, and report grades to the Cornell office. Coordinate island monetary transactions and provide Cornell office with appropriate records of purchases. Coordinate program staff (IC, Resident Life Coordinator and 2 Laboratory Preparators) weekly schedule and assist with other program tasks as needed. Must have, or be close to receiving, an undergraduate degree, have relevant experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and computer experience. Commitment to education, willingness to learn and a responsible attitude is essential. Mid-April thru Sept. 2008. Residence on Appledore Island required. $725/week; R&B provided. The Shoals Marine Laboratory is dedicated to excellence in undergraduate education and research in marine science and has been since 1966. Send CL & R to Hal Weeks, SML Ass't Director, Shoals Marine Lab, P.O. Box 88, Portsmouth, NH 03802. Fax: 603.430.5221. Email [EMAIL PROTECTED] 603.430.5220 and/or visit www.sml.cornell.edu for more info. Thank you. *Island Engineer* Under direct supervision of the Head Engineer with help of the Operations Manager, maintain eleven buildings the functions of which include: housing, laboratory, administrative, lecture, dining, and maintenance. Operate two generators, a reverse osmosis system, a backhoe, two 1-ton dump trucks, a saltwater intake and distribution system, a freshwater distribution system and a wastewater system. Work closely with Head Engineer, Operations Manager, Assistant Director for Island and Coastal Programs, and Island Coordinator to insure smooth and effective operations of the facility and programs. Should have skills in some or all of the following areas: plumbing, electrical wiring, small motors, carpentry, painting (interior and exterior), wastewater systems, backhoe operations, automotive repair. May be called upon to act as a crew member for the R/V John M. Kingsbury if qualified. Commitment to education, willingness to learn and a responsible attitude is essential. Mid-April thru Sept. 2008. Residence on Appledore Island required. $625/week; R&B provided. The Shoals Marine Laboratory is dedicated to excellence in undergraduate education and research in marine science and has been since 1966. Send CL & R to Hal Weeks, SML Ass't Director, Shoals Marine Lab, P.O. Box 88, Portsmouth, NH 03802. Fax: 603.430.5221. Email [EMAIL PROTECTED] Call 603.430.5220 and/or visit www.sml.cornell.edu for more info. Thank you. * Assistant Cook* Assist Head Chef with planning and preparation of three well-balanced meals a day on Monday through Saturday, and two meals on Sunday for up to 130 students, faculty and staff members. Appledore is well known for its hearty, home-style food and tasty and elaborate Sunday brunch menu. Assist with meal planning and weekly food provisioning runs to the mainland. In absence of head chef, assume responsibility for daily meal preparation. Commitment to education, willingness to learn and a responsible attitude is essential. Mid-April thru Sept. 2008. Residence on Appledore Island required. $675/week; R&B provided. The Shoals Marine Laboratory is dedicated to excellence in undergraduate education and research in marine science and has been since 1966. Send CL & R to Hal Weeks, SML Ass't Director, Shoals Marine Lab, P.O. Box 88, Portsmouth, NH 03802. Fax: 603.430.5221. Email [EMAIL PROTECTED] Call 603.430.5220 and/or visit www.sml.cornell.edu for more info. Thank you.
