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Business/Administrative Associate

University/Agency Illinois State University
Civil Service Classification Business/Administrative Associate
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Posting Duration 9/12/2019 - 10/8/2019
Probationary Period 12 months

Job Description

This position facilitates the day-to-day operations of the INTO Illinois State programs, projects, and funding systems and serves as the primary contact and liaison for all aspects of these programs and projects. This position assists the Interim Associate VP for Global Education and Online Initiatives, the Director of Academic Programs for INTO ISU and his direct reports, the Director of International Admissions, and the Coordinator of International and Student Scholar Services. This position is responsible for the overall management of Illinois State University budgets within the INTO ISU partnership and serves as a policy and procedure resource for the INTO ISU Center.


Qualifications

1. Bachelor's or equivalent degree in Business, Communication, or a related field

2. Two (2) years of professional level experience with fiscal management and administrative structure of the University. (i.e. reconciling budgets).

3. Demonstrated experience organizing detailed information with accuracy.

4. Demonstrated ability in University financial applications applying accounting principles and budgeting procedures.

5. Demonstrated ability to analyze complex data/situations and identify appropriate solutions.

6. Demonstrated ability to determine when decisions should be made independently or in consultation with key stakeholders.

7. Demonstrated expertise with oral and written communication and customer service.

8. Demonstrated expertise with the Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word and Excel.

9. Demonstrated knowledge of general office procedures and practices.

If this position is Security Sensitive or if you are subject to a criminal background investigation based on University policy, then employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.


Salary

Commensurate with Experience


Links

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Contact Information


University/Agency Illinois State University
Department/College Human Resources
Contact Kira Shelton
Phone Number
Address
Comments All applications must be submitted online. College transcripts (may be unofficial) must be submitted prior to the deadline in order to receive full consideration. In order to be eligible for Veteran's Preference points on the exam, a copy of your DD-214 must be submitted prior to the deadline. Transcripts and/or DD-214 paperwork may be faxed, mailed, or delivered to Human Resources by the posting close date:

Fax: 309.438.7421, Attn: Kira Shelton
Address: Illinois State University
Human Resources
Campus Box 1300
Normal, IL 61790-1300

Please fully complete the entire application including, but not limited to, the education and work experience portions. Please list all education and all jobs you have had. Do not leave gaps in employment. You must list all duties you performed in the job duties section (Phrases such as "See Resume" are not acceptable). Failure to follow any of these instructions may constitute an incomplete application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Please prepare in advance a resume, cover letter, and at least 3 professional references with phone numbers to attach to this application.

The Civil Service examination for this classification is based on your application materials. No participation other than submission of applicant materials is required from applicants that qualify to take the exam. If you meet the minimum required qualifications for this position, you will receive a score calculated based on your education and experience, and your name will be placed on the active employment register by exam score. After the application deadline, the names within the top three scores will be referred to the department for interview. The active register for this classification will be voided when the position is filled.

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at 309-438-3383.

If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311.