• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution.
• Years of work experience are required as follows:
  Three years of experience are required for the Assistant Director level.
  Four years of experience are required for the Associate Director level.

Preferred:

• Master's degree from an accredited institution.
• Three years of experience working on developing proposals, preparing/submitting grant applications, or managing awards, including both program and financial components, from federal, state, local government, and private agencies/sponsors.
• Experience working in higher education or with state/federal agencies/contractors/grantees in either a grants or contracting role.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience of working with a team on project related activities.
• Ability to exercise independent judgement and discretion to make sound decisions on behalf of the Office of the Vice President for Economic Development and Innovation.
• Strong writing skills and demonstrated experience writing for diverse audiences at all levels of an organization.
• Excellent organizational skills and multi-tasking capabilities to meet stringent deadlines and produce accurate, detail-oriented work.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals from varied educational and cultural backgrounds.
• Proficient computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft programs/applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Experience with cloud storage and file sharing platforms including Google Drive, Microsoft OneDrive, and Box.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information
For full consideration, candidates must apply and submit a letter of application, resume, and names/addresses/phone numbers of three professional references by 6 pm on 2/19/2024 or visit https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/employment.

System Human Resource Services
(217) 333-2600
erhr@uillinois.edu

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.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the System Human Resource Services, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at 217-333-2600, or by emailing ADAaccessibility@uillinois.edu.

Requisition ID: 9000615
Job Category: Academic Professional
Campus Location: Urbana

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