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Program Director (Director of Student Affairs Project Management) - Ofc. VC Student Affairs

University of Illinois Chicago
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Nov 20, 2024


Program Director (Director of Student Affairs Project Management) - Ofc. VC Student Affairs

Program Director (Director of Student Affairs Project Management) - Ofc. VC Student Affairs

Hiring Department: Ofc Vice Chanc Student Affrs

Location: Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1028412

Posting Close Date: November 21, 2024

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

This is a full-time and benefits eligible position. Hybrid and flexible work schedules are available. UIC offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience. In addition all full time benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which include; Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave which includes; Vacation, Holiday and Sick. In addition we offer tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.

Description:

This position has divisional-level responsibility for managing projects for UIC Student Affairs, including divisional-level projects as well as unit-specific projects. A resourceful troubleshooter, the Director uses independent judgment and project management skills to help divisional leadership manage new initiatives and improve current ones that promote student success, engagement and development, as well improving divisional processes. The Director coordinates external reviews and works with units going through the review process to create implementation plans and provides support where appropriate to manage related initiatives. They will have a proven ability to independently manage multiple tasks and projects with competing priorities and organize and maintain administrative processes that are essential to this position. They will work collaboratively with colleagues within and outside of Student Affairs.

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Create project management plans for divisional and unit-specific projects
  • Facilitate divisional and unit-specific projects and initiatives
  • Work with grant writer to draft project plans for external grant applications
  • Project manage grant-funded activities and research
  • Anticipate and track critical dates, tasks, events and associated action items
  • Follow-up with appropriate parties to ensure deadlines are met
  • Utilize project management software to track and facilitate initiatives and projects
  • Project management divisional initiatives, such as Advancing Racial Equity, Data Dashboards, Basic Needs and updating Student Affairs Strategic Priorities
  • Manage the Faculty Fellows and SA Special Projects Initiatives
  • Lead the second (external review) and third (implementation planning) phases of the SA program review effort
  • Prepare reports of projects
  • Write reports and collect and documentation for external grants including supporting documentation
  • Develop project management training for staff
  • Provide project management consultation to SA staff
  • Supervise graduate assistant and undergraduate student employees as needed
  • Performs other duties as assigned


  • Minimum Qualifications Required:

    1. Bachelor's degree.
    2. A total of three (3) years (36 months) knowledge of education, social services or higher education, particularly student success, engagement and development. (Note: Master's Degree in an area consistent with the duties of the position may be substituted for one (1) year of work experience.)


    To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application.

    Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required 180 days of employment.

    The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

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    The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

    To apply, visit https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/12593?c=uic

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