Program/Student Advisor - Computer Science, College of Engineering Hiring Department: Computer Science Location: Chicago, IL Requisition ID:1028943 FTE: Full Time Work Schedule: Monday - Friday Shift: Day # of Positions: 1 Workplace Type: On-site Posting Close Date: January 6, 2025 Salary Range (commensurate with experience): $54,000 - $62,000 About the University of Illinois Chicago UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago. Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits. Description: Under direct supervision of the Assistant Director/Office Administrator, Program Student Advisor provides a wide variety of administrative and student counseling support to the department and student affairs office in particular. Some supervision of student employees may be expected.. Duties and Responsibilities: * Provide counseling/advice and information to current and potential students about department programs and the requirements, ensuring their success and fostering student retention * Assist in update and maintenance of student records and archival. Oversees reception area, performs administrative tasks as assigned. * Organize, update and maintain student and administrative calendars, student records, student forms, student databases, LISTSERV, promotional materials and others related to special projects. Check department student web pages for up to date content and advise on changes. * Filter student correspondence and answer or refer to the appropriate staff/office for further review. Assists with planning and operation of student recruitment and retention events. * Assist in preparation of TA application for hiring and placement. Verify completion of hiring and new hire of TAs. Work with students and instructors to ensure timely and accurate submission of undergrad time sheets. * Complete other special projects as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Required: * Bachelor's Degree * Bachelor degree, additional education, training and/or work experience in a distinct academic discipline or area of specialization may be designated by the Employer. Such designations must be directly linked to the specific position description and requirements. To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application. Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required within 180 days of employment. 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. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation