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Associate Director, Student Engagement
Student Engagement
Job Summary
Serves as member of the leadership team of the Department of Student Engagement, a unit within the Student Success, Inclusion, and Belonging area of Student Affairs at Illinois. Student Engagement comprises the Student Organization Finance Center (SOFC), Student Organization Development and Administration (SODA), Student Sustainability, and Student Governance. Supervise all SODA functions, including direct supervision of Assistant Directors. Responsible for assessing risk as it relates to Registered Student Organizations (RSOs) and their activities. Further, this position will develop and coordinate risk prevention education for RSOs and other relevant student engagement experiences, as well as play a key role in Student Engagement policy development, research, and assessment. Duties & Responsibilities
Risk Management

• Develop a comprehensive process for assessing risk related to RSO events and engaging RSO event planners in educational conversation regarding risk management and compliance with university and facility policies.
• Train and engage SODA staff on first level review of events.
• Conduct further review of events that are flagged by SODA staff after first review.
• Conduct meetings with RSO event planners and relevant university partners to review identified areas of potential risk.
• Develop and implement educational programs regarding risk prevention for RSOs.

Student Engagement Administration

• Provide direct supervision of Assistant Directors and office support staff.
• Oversee the daily operation of the SODA functions, as well as the office suite.
• Advise the Student Election Board.
• Represent Student Engagement on relevant division and university committees.
• Assist with the implementation and coordination of university-wide student organization engagement initiatives (e.g. Quad Day).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Policy Review and Development

• Conduct regular reviews of current departmental and RSO-related policies and make recommendations, as needed, for revision.
• As needed, develop new policies to help ensure developmental and efficient management of all matters related to RSOs (e.g. registration, event-planning, etc.).

Assessment

• Serve as primary contact for departmental assessment initiatives.
• Develop a comprehensive plan for Student Engagement assessment; lead the department in enacting the plan.
• Assist with annual report submission.

Required Qualifications
Education:

• Bachelor's degree.

Experience:

• A total of four (4) years (48 months) in education, training and/or work experience in nonprofit management, project or event management, and/or risk assessment or management.
  • (Note: Master's Degree in an area consistent with the duties of the position may be substituted for one (1) year of work experience.)

Preferred Qualifications
Education:

• Master's degree, preferably in higher education administration, organizational leadership, or a related field.

Experience:

• Experience supervising full-time professional staff.
• Experience planning events.
• Experience assessing the risk involved with various activities.
• Experience managing risk to ensure a high level of safety and security for events.
• Experience developing and leading training, workshops, or other educational programs.
• Experience coordinating projects with stakeholders across multiple areas/units.
• Ability to interpret policy, exercise keen judgment, engage in problem-solving, and adapt to changing conditions successfully.
• Ability to communicate effectively and build solid relationships with campus partners.
• Ability to manage multiple and complex priorities within a fast-paced environment where interruptions may be frequent.
• Knowledge of student organization/engagement management software.

Appointment Information
This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 5002 - Program Coordinator position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after 9/7/2026. The budgeted salary range for the position is $72,000 - $76,000.
Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position.
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 (Central Time) on Wednesday, July 8, 2026. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Pleasemake sure to upload a cover letter, resume, and contact information for atleast three professional references whenapplying. Additionally, if you have your transcripts please upload those as well. 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. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. For further information about this specific position, please contact Keri Collins at keric@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.
At the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign - the state's flagship public university and one of the world's leading research institutions - every staff member helps shape what's next. Founded in 1867, Illinois is home to a vibrant community of 59,000 students from all 50 states and 129 countries, supported by 15 colleges and instructional units, more than 20 research institutes, and one of the most comprehensive student service ecosystems in the nation. Whether you're empowering first-generation students, fueling breakthrough innovation, or strengthening communities across Illinois and beyond, your work here has a far-reaching and deeply meaningful impact. The university offers a highly competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and financial security. Join a top 10 public university that has launched over 330 startups and continues to redefine excellence - where the Illinois Value Proposition ensures that your contributions are recognized, your potential is nurtured, and your career can thrive.
Champaign-Urbana
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
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. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodation portal, or by contacting the Office for Access & Equity at 217-333-0885, option #1, or accessibility@illinois.edu.
Requisition ID: 1036825
Job Category: Professional and Administrative
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu