Program Coordinator; Career Coordinator

Overview

Program Coordinator (Career Coordinator) – CAREER DEVELOPMENT CENTER

Locations:
Macomb, IL

• Implement programs, events, and objectives and provide services related to career preparation and employer engagement.
• Assist student and alumni with career planning, including (but not limited to) resume construction, interviewing skills, and job search strategies.
• Coordinate outreach career programming and fairs to student groups and academic departments.
• Instruct course related to the department.
• Train and mentor graduate assistants and practicum students.
• Assist with marketing and promotions including social media and outreach materials.
• Coordinate events and programming and present to students, guests, and alumni.
• Assist with development and oversight of online platforms.

WORK LOCATION:

Macomb campus

APPOINTMENT:
As soon as possible

MONTHLY WAGE: $3,206 - $3,527 (anticipated starting salary $3,206)

Western Illinois University employees may be eligible for a variety of State of Illinois benefits. These benefits are administered through the Illinois Department of Central Management Services (CMS) and include:
Health Insurance plans, Dental Insurance, Vision Plan, Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Supplemental Long-Term Disability (LTD), Flexible Spending Accounts (HAS, MCAP, and DCAP), 403(b) Supplemental Retirement Plans and 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plans. Eligible employees are required to participate in the State Universities Retirement System (SURS). Other benefits include paid time-off, Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Waiver programs, and discounts to the local YMCA.

For a full list of benefits, visit the WIU Benefits Homepage.

• Bachelor's degree
• One (1) year of experience in student development, event planning, and/or continuing education

Pre-graduation applicants are welcome to apply. In order to be considered for employment, the degree must be conferred at the time of application, unless the applicant is in the final semester of a degree program; if so, the degree must be conferred at the time of appointment. For a degree to be considered, it must be conferred from a regionally accredited degree-granting institution of higher education (or equivalent from an international accrediting body).

About WIU:
Since 1899, Western Illinois University has provided educational opportunities to individuals in west central Illinois and beyond. The Macomb campus and WIU-Quad Cities campus descriptions follow, highlighting local context and campus offerings.