Extra Help Program Assistant (EH26-116)

Extra Help - Program Assistant (EH26-116)

To build on a strong foundation of achievement and contribute to the realization of its ambitious institutional goals Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for the position of Extra Help - Program Assistant Office of the Chancellor (EH26-116). The role requires strong organizational communication project coordination and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced higher education environment.

As a premier metropolitan university SIUE is committed to advancing social and economic mobility while shaping the workforce of the future. Grounded in a comprehensive broad-based education and enriched by hands-on research opportunities SIUE equips its students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a global marketplace and positively impact their communities.

Why SIUE

Employing more than 2400 faculty and staff members SIUE is one of the largest employers in the Metropolitan St. Louis area. The University has a $1.3 billion annual economic impact on the region and each year the Universitys presence generates almost 9000 additional jobs and more than $250 million in labor income for the area.

What You Will Do

• Provide comprehensive operational programmatic and administrative support to the Executive Vice Chancellor and Chief of Staff Director of University Events and Director of Government and Community Relations.
• Support the planning coordination implementation and assessment of programs events strategic initiatives and special projects that advance institutional priorities and community engagement efforts.
• Serve as a liaison among campus leadership Chancellors Council members and external stakeholders to facilitate effective communication collaboration and project execution.
• Coordinate operational activities maintaining assessment data and reporting processes supporting university events and outreach initiatives and ensuring compliance with institutional procedures and reporting requirements.

FLSA: Non-Exempt

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration Communications Public Administration Higher Education or a related field
• Two (2) years of professional experience in higher education nonprofit administration event coordination governmental/community relations executive operations program coordination or a related administrative environment
• Demonstrated experience coordinating programs projects events or operational activities involving multiple stakeholders and competing priorities
• Experience preparing reports maintaining records or assessment data and supporting organizational operations and communications
• Strong organizational interpersonal written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality exercise sound judgment and manage sensitive information with professionalism
• Proficiency in standard office software and administrative systems used for scheduling reporting communication and record management.

• Masters degree from an accredited institution
• Progressively responsible experience within higher education administration executive leadership offices university events governmental/community relations student affairs or similarly complex administrative environments
• Experience supporting senior leadership through coordination of strategic initiatives executive communications events or institutional projects
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and initiatives independently including planning implementation and assessment
• Experience coordinating university-wide events community engagement initiatives or cross-functional institutional programs
• Strong problem-solving project coordination and organizational skills with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Application Materials and Information:

1. To be eligible for the role ensure that your application includes a complete and detailed employment history that highlights your relevant full-time and part time work experience including start and end dates of employment and at least three professional references.
2. Applications must be submitted by the specified closing date no later than 11:59 p.m. CST.

About Extra Help Positions:

Extra Help job listings typically close three days after the opening date unless specified in the closing Help employees are appointed to fulfill casual or emergent needs within the university. The amount of time for which services are needed is not usually predictable and payment for work performed is on an hourly basis and based on actual hours worked. Workdays and hours may vary according to departmental Help employees do not receive SIUE benefits holiday pay or paid sick or vacation leave.

Extra Help employees are required by State Universities Civil Service System rules to take a 30-calendar-day break after working 900 hours. At the end of the 30 days you may begin another 900-hour employment cycle in a new position if available. Working Extra Help will in no way affect any other employment opportunities with SIUE including your position on and Civil Service register. There is no guarantee that working as Extra Help will lead to or secure permanent employment.

Illinois Residency Requirement: Pursuant to the State Universities Civil Service System out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of the start date for this position.

Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois Drivers License or state of Illinois ID Card. Failure to produce the required documentation within 180 calendar days will result in immediate termination of employment.

Pre- Employment Screening: All external candidates who receive a job offer will be required to undergo pre-employment screening for this position. The screening process will encompass a criminal background check and where applicable other background checks such as a drug screen verification of employment and education or licensure/certification reference checks and/or checks with relevant government registries. Please note that all job offers are contingent upon successful completion of the required screening process.

Additional Information: SIUE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States and visa sponsorship for this position will not be provided. International students at SIUE on F-1 or J-1 visas are not eligible for full-time or part-time civil service positions with permanent status.

Accommodation: If you are unable to utilize our online application system and need to request an accommodation please reach out to us at or via email at

EEO Statement:

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and thus prohibits discrimination against employees applicants for employment and students on the basis of age color disability marital status national origin race religion sex sexual orientation or veterans status.

We value your interest and look forward to reviewing your application. For questions or more information email.