Assistant Director

Illinois Leadership Center

The Illinois Leadership Center (ILC) is a highly successful partnership between Academic Affairs and Student Affairs at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, a premier public research university located in east-central Illinois. The Center serves as a focal point for student-oriented leadership initiatives on campus, bridging learning and development opportunities between academic curricula and student affairs programs and services. It has an established record of student involvement in academic leadership courses, workshops and conferences, educational programs, and consulting services. The Center’s vision is to be an internationally acclaimed provider of leadership education, research and practical opportunities for students.
The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is a world leader in research, teaching, and public engagement. We serve the state, the nation, and the world by creating knowledge, preparing students for lives of impact, and addressing critical societal needs through the transfer and application of knowledge.

Primary Position Function/Summary

The Assistant Director serves as a member of the Illinois Leadership Center staff and reports to the Director of the Illinois Leadership Center. The primary responsibilities of the Assistant Director are to coordinate the ILC CliftonStrengths initiative; oversee the ILC’s branding, marketing, advertising and outreach initiatives; and assist with alumni relations and stewardship. The Assistant Director also serves as liaison with other departments and university units.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee office branding, marketing, advertising, and outreach to increase the Center's recognition and reputation across campus and beyond. (40%)
• Coordinate the CliftonStrengths initiative for the office, including designing curriculum for the workshops and consulting participants on their results. (25%)
• Advise and oversee student workers and student interns on project work related to Leadership branding advertising, marketing, and outreach. (15%)
• Support the Director and ILC staff members in creating positive experiences for alumni and volunteers participating in Leadership Center programs and events, including but not limited to, Imprint coaches and alumni workshops. (5%)
• Oversee website, including implementing updates, recommending improvements, and anticipating needs. (5%)
• Build and strengthen partnerships with campus units and departments to increase leadership education initiatives across campus. (5%)
• Support Leadership Center programs and special events when it is a priority for the Center (e.g., attending i-Programs, weekend programs or evening workshops when necessary). (3%)
• Assist Director with stewardship, fundraising, corporate partnerships, and grant funding when necessary. (2%)

Position Requirements and Qualifications

Education

Required: Bachelor’s Degree

Preferred: Master's degree in leadership, organizational development, college student personnel, or related field.

Experience

Required: (Specialty Factor)

• Three years’ experience in student affairs, leadership education, and/or a related field.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and facilitate leadership programs, workshops, or trainings.
• Experience with advising and supervising student workers/volunteers.
• Experience with marketing and social media campaigns.
• Understanding of and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Preferred:

• Familiarity with CliftonStrengths
• Familiarity with graphic design software and concepts
• Knowledge of leadership theory and best practices

Organizational Chart

Vice Chancellor, Student Affairs
Associate Vice Chancellor, Student Success, Inclusion & Belonging
Director, Illinois Leadership Center
Assistant Director, Illinois Leadership Center
Student Employees

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Civil Service overtime exempt position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible. Salary is $56,000-$58,000, commensurate with experience.
For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information
Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (CST) on February 5, 2023. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact Alice Needham, aeneedha@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

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, COVID-19 vaccination requirement, 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 Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu.

Requisition ID: 1014877
Job Category: Administrative
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu