JOBS AT EIU

Office Administrator- Human Services

Office Administrator

Eastern Illinois University is seeking candidates for a full-time Civil Service position of Office Administrator in the Department of Human Services. The successful candidate will be resourceful, able to work independently, have strong communication and organizational skills, and the ability to multitask. This position will act as assistant to the department chair.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Providing support to faculty and department chair,

• Responding to requests, incoming/outgoing communications such as phone, email, and mail to a wide range of constituents,

• Managing fiscal transactions and budgets,

• Maintaining equipment inventory, event planning, and calendar for department chair,

• Entering class schedules, assigning rooms, registering students for classes, and reviewing and entering faculty assignments of duties information,

• Providing support for school events, projects, and meetings, and

• Preparing and entering scholarships and awards.

Candidates must meet the following requirements: 1. High school graduate or equivalent. 2. Any one of the following from the categories below: a. Four years (48 months) of work experience comparable to the third level of this series (Office Support Specialist). b. Two years (24 months) of work experience comparable to the fourth level of this series (Office Manager).

The qualified candidate will be required to pass a Civil Service Examination. To apply, you may submit a completed application, resume, and the names and contact information for three (3) professional references online. Applications must be submitted by August 28, 2024, to ensure consideration. For questions about this position, please contact the Acting Department Chair, Dr. Jill Bowers (jbowers2@eiu.edu).

EIU offers an excellent benefits package, including competitive employee insurance premiums as well as flexible options for medical coverage. Vision insurance is included at no cost and dental insurance is available. Eligible employees participate in the State University Retirement System, which offers medical insurance upon retirement. Tuition waivers are offered for continued educational goals, and a generous paid time off package includes at least 11 paid holidays, earned vacation, and sick time. AA/EEOE