Program Assistant - Disability and Human Development, College of Applied He

at  University of Illinois

PROGRAM ASSISTANT - DISABILITY AND HUMAN DEVELOPMENT, COLLEGE OF APPLIED HEALTH SCIENCES

Hiring Department: Inst on Disability & Human Dev
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1028171
Posting Close Date: December 5, 2024

DESCRIPTION:

This position works under the supervision of the Great Lakes ADA Center Associate Director. Responsible for assisting in the day-to-day operations of the Center. Inclusive of assisting with maintaining records and reports and supporting the Center’s training and technical assistance activities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Over one (1) year of experience in providing administrative/program support in an academic setting.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience creating and managing accessible social media posts with specific experience working with Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok and LinkedIn
• Experience creating/editing documents to ensure that they are accessible according to the minimum requirements of the World Wide Web Consortium (W3G 2.0)
  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 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.
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• Format materials and supplemental handouts for webinars
• Compiles and analyzes data and information, evaluates, and summarizes findings from online webinars
• Coordinates the logistics and activities for specific projects or events, including but not limited to reasonable accommodations, technical support, etc.
• Represents the unit on various committees within the ADA National Network as assigned
• Participates in the hiring, training, supervising, and/or evaluating of student employees
• Provide support to social media activities such as monitoring posts and collecting post outreach/engagement data
• Schedules, assigns, reviews, and/or provides recommendations regarding work within the Center’s programs
• Provides program support and recommendations of procedures, technical specifications, and developments related to the Center’s various projects
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned