Job Summary:

UIC is seeking an Assistant to Director of University Unions to join the Student Centers team.

Under minimum supervision, the function of the Assistant to the Director of University Unions is to coordinate and manage the various operations and services of The Alley Bowling & Billiards in Student Center East and the Student Services Building.

Student Affairs at UIC:

With over 600 staff members and 1,100 student employees, Student Affairs is comprised of 25 departments responsible for providing programs, services, and facilities that support student engagement, learning, and success.  Student Affairs recently embarked on a new plan driving the organization called Ignite 2025: The plan for student life at UIC.  The vision is to provide the premiere urban university student experience.

UIC Student Centers:

The Student Centers provide spaces and services that enhance the student experience. Since opening in 1969, the Student Centers have been the center of the UIC Campus. We provide a destination for thousands of students and other members of the University community.  We are committed to serving students and the rest of the UIC community every day. Be part of the student success by joining the Student Centers UIC-University Village Starbucks leadership team.

To learn more about our department, please visit our website https://studentcenters.uic.edu/

About the University of Illinois at 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 31,000 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). In fall 2018, UIC enrollment reached 31,683 students making it the fourth year of record-breaking enrollment for the university. UIC currently has the strongest enrollment momentum in Illinois. 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. In fall 2019, UIC added its newest college Chicago’s John Marshall Law School becoming part of UIC. 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. The university is in the midst of a $750 million campaign and recently released a campus master plan that will reimagine UIC’s campus.  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 nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

• Responsible for the operation of the Student Services Building which includes the opening and closing of the facility, as well as, The Alley Bowling & Billiards in Student Center East, which includes performing all necessary functions to ensure smooth, continuous operation of bowling facility and equipment.
• Works with the university’s tradesmen for the Student Services Building’s cleaning and maintenance needs, heating and cooling requests, building’s projects, and other repairs as needed.
• Oversee the proper maintenance and conditions of the bowling lanes and automatic pin setting equipment, including making adjustments and minor repairs when necessary.
• Responsible for the general security of the Student Services Building by being aware of the various policies regarding safety, emergency evacuations, security cameras operation, various building alarms systems, and procedures for handling matters regarding the personal safety of building’s occupants.
• Exercise solid judgment in reporting matters and problems to the University Police.
• Hires, trains, and supervises the student building managers who are assigned to the Student Services Building and the Information Desk, as well as the Bowling & Billiards staff assigned to work in The Alley.
• Responsible for the various event rooms set-ups and turn-overs and all audio-visual equipment used and the secure storage of such equipment such as tables, podiums, projectors, microphones, amplifiers, etc.   
• Works to meet the needs of the various SSB building tenants in a timely and professional manner and notifies key staff members when appropriate.
• Assists with inventory control of supplies and equipment and orders replacement parts when necessary for The Alley and SSB meeting rooms.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

1. 1. three years of experience in the management of a housing and conference unit
      OR
   2. Bachelor’s degree with a major in management, personnel, marketing, or related fields
      OR
   3. any combination of experience and university training (in areas outlined above) that totals three years

To Apply: For fullest consideration, please complete an online application by clicking the Apply for Position button below.

Complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Complete the education, licensure, certification, and language sections.

You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts, and diplomas within the document section of your online application.

All civil service positions require an exam. The exam for this position is a credentials assessment. You will not be required to report in person for this exam.

Credential Assessment Exam Scoring Information:

You will not be required to report in person for this exam. The updated online application and all uploaded, relevant documents, such as a resume, college transcript, certifications and licensures will be used in the calculation of the exam score. These documents should be uploaded prior to the position close date.

When completing your online application, please be sure to provide detailed information about your job knowledge and specific duties and responsibilities, as your qualifications for any civil service position will be primarily determined based on what is contained in the application. Dates of employment and if employed on a full or part time basis (including number of hours per week) must be indicated for each position held. Additional consideration will be given to supporting documentation i.e., resume, transcripts, licenses, and certifications so please be sure to attach all applicable documents.

For additional information regarding this position please contact Netiva James at njames@uic.edu.

If an application is not fully completed and submitted by the close date, the applicant will not be considered for this position.

For fullest consideration, the above-mentioned requirements must be submitted no later than Thursday, June 23, 2022.

We appreciate your interest in employment at the University of Illinois at Chicago. For classifications that require a degree as part of the minimum qualifications, a degree verification will be required before any offers of employment are extended.

This position requires Illinois residency within 180 days of the hire date.

The University of Illinois is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

University of Illinois faculty, staff and students are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. If you are not able to receive the vaccine for medical or religious reasons, you may seek approval for an exemption in accordance with applicable University processes.