Operations Manager - Career Development Center; CS

To build on a strong foundation of achievement and contribute to the realization of its ambitious institutional goals, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for the position of Operations Manager
- Career Development Center (CS27-047).

As a premier metropolitan university, SIUE is committed to advancing social and economic mobility while shaping the workforce of the future. Grounded in a comprehensive, broad-based education and enriched by hands-on research opportunities, SIUE equips its students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a global marketplace and positively impact their communities.

Employing more than 2,400 faculty and staff members, SIUE is one of the largest employers in the Metropolitan St. Louis area. A study by SIUE School of Business faculty shows the University has a $1.3 billion annual economic impact on the region. Each year, the University's presence generates almost 9,000 additional jobs and more than $250 million in labor income for the area.

• Provides support for employer relations and student programming events and activities including career fairs, events, job postings, interview scheduling, and registrations.
• Assists with event logistics, communications, and day-of operations to support delivery of services and programs, and assists with processing and tracking operations related to departmental activities, events, and registrations.
• Provides expertise and guidance for Career Development Center, Employer Relations & Student Programming activities and procedures.
• Communicates with various students, employers, and campus partners regarding programs, services, and processes.
• Supports daily operations of the programs to include ensuring adherence to department procedures, reviewing event-related expenditures, and assisting with the maintenance of procedures and operational practices that support staff functions and workflow.
• Oversees program budgets.
• Works within established program related systems.
• Reviews and maintains programing related records and budget projections.
• Provides assistance to campus partners on various systems and operation tracking processes.
• Directs the work of student support staff within the unit and provides feedback to departmental leadership on student performance as needed.
• Reviews student work assignments, provides training, and serves as guide for program related policies and procedures.
• Determines student operational coverage needs.
• Assists with student search processes for vacant positions as well as operation related support for staff searches as needed.

FLSA:
Non-Exempt

-Bachelor's degree

• Skill in oral and written communication
• Ability to work effectively with staff, students, and external constituents
• Ability to organize and multi-task
• Ability to utilize various computer software packages
• Ability to work within established university policies and procedures
• Budget and high level Excel experience

Civil Service Information: Civil Service Application - FAQs

Pursuant to the State Universities Civil Service System, out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of the start date for this position.

Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois Driver’s License or state of Illinois . Failure to produce the required documentation within 180 calendar days is grounds for immediate separation.

Classification: State Universities Civil Service System Classification Number:5001– SUCSS Classification Title. For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the State Universities Civil Service System website at:…