Executive Programs & Events Assistant

Extra Help - Program Assistant (EH26-116) Salary: $20.88 - $23.77 Hourly Location: Edwardsville, IL Job Type: Full Time FLSA: Non-Exempt Description 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. 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. Minimum Acceptable Qualifications Bachelor’s 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. Preferred Qualifications Master’s 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 and project coordination skills with the ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced environment. Application Requirements Applicants must submit a complete employment history, including start and end dates, and provide at least three professional references. Applications must be submitted by the closing date no later than 11:59 p.m. Central Time. Benefits Medical, dental, and vision insurance. University tuition waivers for full‑time employees. Life insurance. SURS retirement plan. Supplemental retirement savings plans. Paid vacation and sick leave accrual. Paid holidays. Work‑life programs. Employee Assistance Program. Employee discounts. Flexible Spending Account Program. EEO Statement Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal‑opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants, and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. For questions, contact View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr Southern Illinois University Edwardsville