Student Union Director directs and oversees all operations of the Student Union in accordance with the university or college's policies and procedures. Responsible for directing all functions including coordinating facility use, administering student services and activities, and ensuring proper safety and security measures. Being a Student Union Director supervises, hires, trains, and evaluates professional and student staff. Requires a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Student Union Director typically reports to top management. The Student Union Director typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. To be a Student Union Director typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Assistant Director Student Union (Assistant Director of University Student Center)
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About UIS: Located in the state capital, the University of Illinois Springfield is one of three members of the University of Illinois system. The University serves more than 4,000 students in 44 graduate and 56 undergraduate programs. You are encouraged to visit the university web page at http://www.uis.edu.
Application deadline: 4/21/2023
Salary: $28.21 per hour / 7.5 hour workday
Summary:
Under administrative direction, assists in directing the operations of the Student Union and assists in implementing the objectives, philosophies, and goals of the Student Union. Performs administrative work: Scheduling, Operations, and Student Employee training. Work involves managing the Student Union within University policy and general administrative guidelines. Liaison with and provide support to outside agencies who provide support services to the Student Union such as Campus Food Service and Facilities Services. Provide input and direction in major decisions concerning budget, upkeep, maintenance and renovation projects with regard to the Student Union facility. Work closely with the Director of the Student Union in formulation, interpreting and, and enforcing Union and University-wide policies. Work is performed under minimal supervision
Duties & Responsibilities:
Preferred Qualifications:
An understanding of student development theories and a willingness to spend evening and weekend hours with students and student groups.
Demonstrated effectiveness and enthusiasm in working with a diverse student body, faculty, staff, and other constituencies.
Understanding of and sensitivity to the cultural, social and recreational needs of residential and commuter students from diverse backgrounds.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Demonstrated leadership, budgeting, organizational skills.
Knowledge of college policies, disciplinary processes, and legal issues in higher education.
Exceptional collaboration skills and ability to be effective engaging with all levels with the university.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Physical Demands:
Working Conditions:
Travel Requirements:
5% Conference travel when budget allows
Employment Policies and other information:
Failure to accurately describe work experience, or failure to submit college transcripts may result in an applicant not being admitted to the exam.
UIS an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer with strong institutional commitment to recruitment and retention of a diverse and inclusive community. Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. As a qualifying federal contractor, the University of Illinois System uses E-Verify to verify employment eligibility.
The University of Illinois may conduct background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment. Background checks will be performed in compliance with state and federal law.
Residence Reference: For full consideration, applicants must be residents of the State of Illinois.
UIS employees are strongly encouraged to stay up to date with the most recent COVID-19 vaccination available as a barrier to serious illness.
The University of Illinois System requires candidates selected for hire to disclose any documented finding of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment and to authorize inquiries to current or former employers regarding findings of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment. For more information, visit Policy on Consideration of Sexual Misconduct in Prior Employment.
UIS employment in this role is not covered by Social Security, and instead, is covered by the State University Retirement System.
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted by contacting UIS HR at hremployment@uis.edu or call 217-206-6652.
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