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Business/Administrative Associate - Associate Director of Housing and Dining for Business Operations

Business/Administrative Associate - 

Associate Director of Housing and Dining for Business Operations

Eastern Illinois University is looking for qualified candidates for the position of Business/Administrative Associate – Associate Director of Housing and Dining for Business Operations.  This position will act as the chief financial officer for the department.  Duties will include:

• Advise the Executive Director of Housing and Dining Services (UHDS)concerning all departmental financial matters.
• Supervise preparation of the annual budget, annual rate proposals, and prepare documents for the department of UHDS for submission to university officials and Board of Trustees.
• Responsible for monitoring financial performance of all UHDS departments.
• Co-supervise and assist in providing direction to the technology staff of UHDS.
• Work with department management staff to plan and control allocated financial resources.
• Provide support for daily operations of the business including coordinating with Procurement, Facilities, Human Resources, Legal, UHDS Marketing, EIU Business Office, ITS, and other departments.
• Work collaboratively to develop and/or improve systems, business operations strategy, processes, controls, and procedures that improve the overall efficiency of UHDS.
• Participate on university committees and meetings that involve departmental financial policies and procedures.
• Supervise the development, implementation, and on-going revisions of internal information systems related to fiscal operations.
• Work with department staff to ensure financial management systems and software are fully utilized.
• Design/conduct staff training related to fiscal operations.
• Review and analyze UHDS business contracts with outside vendors.
• Respond to inquiries regarding fiscal policy and financial planning and control.
• Manage contract appeals.
• Manage first year residency requirements, including enforcement, exceptions, & correspondence.

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Two years of professional business, financial, and/or managerial work experience.
• Experience must include managing finances and operations at an organizational or department level. (Note:  A Master’s Degree in an area consistent with the duties of the position may be substituted for one (1) year (12 months) of work experience.)

The Civil Service Examination for this classification is a credentials assessment.  No participation other than submission of applicant materials is required from qualified applicants.  Upon successful selection of a candidate, all scores will be voided from this Business/Administrative Associate – Associate Director of Housing and Dining for Business Operations register.

To apply, please submit application, resume, transcripts, and the names and contact information for three (3) business references online at https://www.eiu.edu/~humanres/application/login.php.    Applications should be received by April 12, 2024 to ensure consideration for this position.

EIU offers an excellent benefits package, including competitive employee insurance premiums as well as flexible options for medical coverage. Vision insurance is included at no cost and dental insurance is available. Eligible employees participate in the State University Retirement System, which offers medical insurance upon retirement. Tuition waivers are offered for continued educational goals, and a generous paid time off package includes at least 11 paid holidays, earned vacation, and sick time. AA/EEOE