at University of Illinois in Urbana, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Program Coordinator, Game Studies & DesignSchool of Information Sciences
Job Summary
Game Studies & Design (GSD) Program Coordinator is responsible for the coordination and management of the undergraduate and PhD Minor in Game Studies & Design Programs, including promotion, course review and scheduling, and student advising. This position may also teach an introductory GSD course as needed.
Duties & Responsibilities
Administrate education programs:
- Student advising,
- Course management,
- Curriculum changes/development,
- Oversight of student progress and management of student records as needed.
- Provide backup administrative and student advising support for the Informatics Minor program
- Provide backup administrative and student advising support for the MS in Game Development program
- Including incorporation of stakeholder (faculty, administrators, and students) feedback to improve the administration and development of the GSD minors.
- Promote awareness generally of the GSD minors, on and off campus, including responsibility for the creation and production of promotional material, including handouts and web pages.
- Prepare and present presentations to students related to GSD.
- Meet with faculty and advisors to discuss the GSD minors.
- Recruit students.
- Other duties as assigned
Work is performed in a typical office environment.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree. A total of one (1) year (12 months) in education, training and/or work experience with higher education. Demonstrated experience with Game Development programs. (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
• Post-baccalaureate degree preferred.
• Any experience teaching or managing game studies courses or programs.
• Any experience in managing educational programs.
• Any professional experience advising students.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- High-level thinking and problem solving skills.
- Ability to multi-task among several unrelated tasks and projects.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Ability and willingness to collaborate and work on multiple teams.
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 8/19/2024. The minimum salary is $60,000 - $70,000, We strive to provide a competitive salary, considering factors such as available market data, internal equity, candidate experience and qualifications, collective bargaining agreements, and budget constraints. The final salary offer will be determined through a thorough assessment of these elements.
We are unable to sponsor an employment VISA or take over sponsorship for an employment VISA for this position now and in the future. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States with no VISA sponsorship.
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 July 26th, 2024. 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. Please submit your resume, cover letter, transcripts and 3 professional references . 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 ischool-HR@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, 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: 1024042
Job Category: Administrative
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