[MNASIS-L] Medtronic Position

[Janet Arth]

Medtronic eKnowledge Center
Contract with potential opportunity for hire

Job Purpose

       This position assists in providing Web-based solutions for a
       team-based knowledge management corporate library environment,
       supporting the efforts of the eKnowledge Center Business
       Operations team.  The goal of the effort is to advance business
       results through deliberate use of information and knowledge as a
       competitive advantage. Preference will be given to those with a
       combination of technical knowledge and library experience or
       education.


Key Assignments and Tasks
       ·  Code, test, debug and maintain dynamic Web applications.
       ·  Provide database support for reporting and development of
          dynamic Web sites
       ·  Produce and update graphics for internal Web sites and print
          publications
       ·  Design html marketing emails
       ·  Create graphics for internal plasma screens
       ·  Other tasks as assigned

Key Responsibilities:
       Associate Web Editor - 60%
       Responsibilities will include preparation of content for
       publication on the eKnowledge Center Platform, HTML programming,
       basic SQL query commands, graphic design (e.g. Photoshop).  The
       team member will work closely with content editors to integrate a
       variety of content and media to present a highly-tuned knowledge
       environment for internal scientists, engineers, and business
       decision makers.

       Web Communications and Systems Specialist - 40%
       Assist in resolving business problems with Web technologies and
       communications.  Provide technical Web and database support for
       programs, educational events and conferences.  Includes building
       Web based reports, online transactional forms, html formatted
       emails, and other Web-based solutions to streamline processes and
       communications. As part of a team, helps implement and maintain
       new or revised library and knowledge management computer systems.


Required Skills
    ·  HTML skills and comfortable using Dreamweaver to program dynamic
       code (ColdFusion preferred)
    ·  Familiar with basic SQL query commands (Insert, Delete, Update,
       Select,)
    ·  Understanding of web site standards and limitations
    ·  Able to create and edit images for Web use using Adobe Photoshop
       7.0 or above
    ·  Comfortable with MS Office applications (MS Access, Outlook, Word,
       PowerPoint & Excel)
    ·  Excellent communication skills (writing, proofing, and editing)
    ·  Ability to work in highly dynamic environment
    ·  Quick learner & ability to organize/prioritize tasks

Preferred Skills
    ·  Library science education or work experience
    ·  Familiarity with library technical tools (SFX, cataloging
       software, etc.)
    ·  Experience with style sheets
    ·  Previous e-mail layout & design work
    ·  ColdFusion or equivalent (ASP, PHP, PERL, .NET)
    ·  Javascript
    ·  Flash experience
    ·  Basic understanding of Windows networking (IP addresses and
       subnets)
    ·  Knowledge of RSS News feeds and XML basics


Required Education & Experience
    ·  Bachelor degree in related field
    ·  1+ years work experience
          o  Portfolio of past work is helpful.

Please send resume to charlene.provost at medtronic.com.