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Assistant to the Director

University/Agency Illinois State University
Civil Service Classification Business/Administrative Associate
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Posting Duration 5/27/2022 - 6/9/2022
Probationary Period 12 months

Job Description

The Department of Event Management, Dining, and Hospitality is one of 13 departments within the Division of Student Affairs. It provides the campus community and guests with high-quality, efficient, and innovative event services and dining options in a variety of settings dedicated to accentuating and enhancing the campus experience in a diverse community.

Event Management, Dining, and Hospitality is committed to providing an outstanding dining experience for students. This position plays an integral role in accomplishing this goal by providing high level and confidential administrative support to the Director and other department administrators. Frequently conducts research and completed projects that are instrumental to the strategic outcomes of the department.

Whether it's to find a place to study, gather with friends, enjoy a bite to eat, or plan a large event, the Department of Event Management, Dining, and Hospitality takes great pride in providing welcoming and inclusive spaces, high-quality food services, and experienced and professional staff who care about making every experience individualized and extraordinary. It is our philosophy to recruit, inspire, and retain talented team members and promote wellness and foster their development. It is our goal to promote a more fully diverse and inclusive campus community.


Qualifications

Required Qualifications
1. Bachelor's degree or equivalent in business administration, management, or a field related to the position.
2. Two (2) years of high level professional administrative support or higher education administrative experience.
(NOTE: A Master’s Degree in an area consistent with the duties of the position may be substituted for one (1) year (12 months) of work experience.)
3. Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines, work independently, and be a self-starter.
4. Demonstrated knowledge of basic computer programs, e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Visio.
5. Demonstrated experience using Microsoft Office Outlook, Word and Excel.
6. Demonstrated ability to organize, analyze and interpret data and have strong attention to detail.
7. Strong oral and written communication skills.
8. Demonstrated ability to exercise a high degree of confidentiality, professionalism, dependability, and accuracy.
9. Acute time management and problem solving skills.
10. Demonstrated experience managing complex schedules/calendars for multiple staff members.


Salary

$20.00 - $25.00 per hour


Links

ISU Jobs Website


Contact Information


University/Agency Illinois State University
Department/College Human Resources
Contact Breanna Crippen
Phone Number 309-438-8311
Address
Comments For full consideration, the application and all supplemental information must be submitted on-line. Please complete the entire employment application including the education and work history background. Please do not put "see resume" in the duties and responsibilities section of the work history. This will be considered an incomplete application and incomplete applications will not be considered.

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.

Copies of transcripts (may be unofficial) must be submitted by deadline date in order to receive full consideration for this position. Transcripts may be submitted on-line or to the options listed below.

In order to be eligible for Veteran's Preference points on the exam, appropriate military service documentation such as a DD-214 may be faxed, mailed, or delivered to Human Resources prior to the closing of the posting in order to receive the maximum eligible points:

Fax: 309.438.0011, Attn: Breanna Crippen
Address: Illinois State University
Human Resources
Campus Box 1300
Normal, IL 61790-1300