Continuity Program Specialist
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Continuity Program Specialist
Work type: On Campus
Location: Normal Illinois
Title: Continuity Program Specialist
Employee Classification: Student Help Regular
Division Name: Student Affairs
Department: Emergency Management
Job Summary
The Continuity Program Specialist will support Emergency Management develop and oversee the Universitys Continuity Program by assisting departments in developing their continuity plans integrating the plans into a comprehensive Universitywide plan and aligning them with other key initiatives such as the Emergency Operations Plan. This role provides a valuable opportunity for a proactive detailoriented student to gain practical experience in emergency management and continuity (business continuity continuity of operations) within a dynamic higher education environment.
Duties Include:
Collaborating with University departments to support continuity planning efforts.
Inputting and organizing continuity data to develop cohesive plans.
Performing resource typing and upload building information for GIS mapping.
Maintaining accurate documentation of continuity plans procedures and associated materials.
Assisting in the design coordination and of testing and exercises to evaluate the effectiveness of continuity plans.
Partnering with various University departments to promote continuity and preparedness initiatives.
Support the Universitys Continuity Program Manager (Assistant Director Emergency Management) with administration of the Program
Additional Information
Student employees are eligible to participate in the Universitys 403(b) Plan. More information can be foundhere.
Pay Rate
$15/hour
Required Qualifications
Must be professional highly motivated personable timely and detail oriented with excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
Must be in good standing with both academic and University conduct at the time of application throughout employment.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous coursework or experience in emergency management general business or a related field.
Work Hours
A minimum of 12 hours per week. Schedule would be agreed upon by the selected applicant and emergency management director.
Functional Expectations
Must be able to complete the following with or without reasonable accommodations:
Effectively communicate on a daily basis
Proposed Starting Date
8/14/25
Required Applicant Documents
Resume Cover Letter & Reference List
Please Note: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on Apply
Important Information for Applicants
This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable an employment history review based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.
In addition all appointments are contingent upon proof of eligibility for employment at Illinois State University to perform the required duties described above on your scheduled start date. The Immigration and Control Act of 1986 Public Law 99603 requires all new employees to file an I9 in person and no later than three days from the beginning of employment. This may be accomplished within the department or through Human Resources. A list of the types of documentation you will be expected to provide is available at Failure to comply with this law will result in cancellation of your appointment.
Illinois State University as your employer is required by federal law to ensure proper tax withholding from wages and to ensure that the required reporting of employee wages withholding and employment taxes is accurate. For this reason every employee must have a valid Social Security Number registered with the University at the time of employment and/or as soon after as possible but no later than 45 days from the start date. Failure to comply with this law may result in cancellation of your appointment.
Illinois State University student employees are restricted to no more than 28 hours per week of oncampus employment for all positions held.
International students are restricted by their visa status to no more than 20 hours per week of oncampus employment when the university is in session but may work more when the university is not in session. International students should contact the Office of International Studies and Programs for guidance if they have questions concerning employment restrictions.
Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected veteran.
If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at . The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.
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Department
Emergency ManagementThe Continuity Program Specialist will support Emergency Management develop and oversee the Universitys Continuity Program by assisting departments in developing their continuity plans integrating the plans into a comprehensive Universitywide plan and aligning them with other key initiatives such as the Emergency Operations Plan. This role provides a valuable opportunity for a proactive detailoriented student to gain practical experience in emergency management and continuity (business continuity continuity of operations) within a dynamic higher education environment.
Current Opportunities
Department
Emergency ManagementThe Continuity Program Specialist will support Emergency Management develop and oversee the Universitys Continuity Program by assisting departments in developing their continuity plans integrating the plans into a comprehensive Universitywide plan and aligning them with other key initiatives such as the Emergency Operations Plan. This role provides a valuable opportunity for a proactive detailoriented student to gain practical experience in emergency management and continuity (business continuity continuity of operations) within a dynamic higher education environment.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Hourly
