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Job Description

This position plays a critical role in the daily operations of University Advancement, provides exceptional customer service, and supports a dynamic team of Development Officers on a variety of projects and initiatives related to fundraising.

Additional Information
The Division of University Advancement seeks to enhance the image of Illinois State University, cultivate relationships, and secure funds. The Division is comprised of several teams working together, including Development, Alumni and Donor Engagement, University Marketing and Communications, and Advancement and Foundation Operations.

University Benefit Highlights:

- Insurance benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life
- Retirement and supplemental retirement planning options
- Tuition waiver benefits available to staff as well as their eligible dependents
- Paid holiday/administrative closures during Thanksgiving and Winter Breaks
- Paid benefit time

Additional University Benefit information, including information regarding eligibility to participate in the State Universities Retirement System and the State of Illinois Group Insurance program, can be reviewed here: https://hr.illinoisstate.edu/benefits/

Qualifications

Required Qualifications
1. Bachelor's degree or equivalent in business administration, management, communication, public relations or a field related to the position.
2. Two (2) years of professional level business and/or managerial work experience in a communications focused role which included work such as writing internal and/or external communication messages, customer service initiatives, project management, or event planning and execution. (NOTE: A master’s degree in communication studies or closely related field may be substituted for one (1) year (12 months) of work experience.)

Preferred Qualifications
1. Thorough knowledge and understanding of university policies and procedures.
2. Ability to relate well with external constituencies and provide excellent customer service to faculty, staff, students, donors, and alumni.
3. Ability to perform work with diplomacy, accuracy, and thoroughness.
4. Self-motivation for work performed independently, without direct supervision. Excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Ability to prioritize numerous projects with different deadlines and arrange tasks accordingly.
5. Excellent written and oral communication skills, as well as the ability to take initiative, exercise good judgement, and manage competing priorities.
6. Ability to exercise a high degree of confidentiality, professionalism, dependability, and accuracy.
7. Working knowledge of word processing, database management, spreadsheets, calendaring, email, and various office machines. (Copier, meeting room technology, etc.)
8. Experience with hiring, supervising, and training student employees.

Salary

$24 to $25 per hour

Links

ISU Jobs Website

Contact Information

University/Agency	Illinois State University
Department/College	Human Resources
Contact	Breanna Crippen
Phone Number	309-438-3469
Address	718 W. College Avenue
Comments	Please fully complete the entire application including, but not limited to, the education and work history portions. Be specific on your work history, including employment dates (if part-time you must list the number of work hours) and duties for all positions held. Applicable part-time work experience will be considered toward qualifying for this position; however, it will be converted to a full-time equivalency to determine combined length of experience. 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. College or university transcripts (may be unofficial) must be submitted prior to the application deadline to receive full consideration. Transcripts can either be uploaded with your application or submitted via the options listed below. To be eligible for Veteran's Preference points on the exam, appropriate military service documentation such as a DD-214 must be submitted prior to the application deadline. Transcripts, and/or military service documentation may be faxed or mailed to Human Resources by the application deadline: Fax: 309.438.0011, Attn: Breanna Crippen Address: Illinois State University Human Resources Campus Box 1300 Normal, IL 61790-1300 The Civil Service examination for this classification is based on your application materials and responses to the supplemental questions. 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 authorized to do business within the State of Illinois. All work under this appointment is required to be performed from within the State of Illinois. If hired, out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days from the start date for this position. Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois driver’s license or a valid State of Illinois ID card. Failure to produce the required documentation within 180 calendar days will result in immediate termination of employment. Sponsorship: Applicants for this position must be currently legally authorized to work for Illinois State University in the United States. Illinois State University will not sponsor or take over the sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity. Illinois State University is not a qualifying employer for the STEM OPT benefit: only the 12-month OPT may be used to work at Illinois State University.