Employment

Assistant Director of Marketing

 

POSITION SUMMARY: The Assistant Director plays a crucial role in implementing the college's strategic communications program across a broad spectrum of activities, creating original content and managing and distributing content across multiple platforms to engage and grow target audiences, raising the visibility and enhancing the reputation of the school through effective storytelling and media relations.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Digital Marketing (25%):
  • Work with the office of admissions to create, edit, and place digital advertising, focusing on new student recruitment. 
  • Manage the social media channels for the college including Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter, grow our visibility in those areas.
  • Create a yearly calendar of posts to promote the College on digital channels. 
• Website (20%):
  • Update and maintain the College website, while working with multiple content owners across campus. 
  • Take a leading role in transitioning to a new content management system and ensuring the site provides the right information to the right audience in an efficient manner.
• Media Relations (15%):
  • Responsible for sourcing stories and information from the Eureka College community to create, edit, and distribute to the news media.
  • Serve as main point of contact for Eureka College community with possible newsworthy information.
  • Liaise with external media organizations and industry partners as appropriate to elevate visibility of news items.
• Graphic Designs (15%):
  • Responsible for the design and creation of various marketing materials.
  • Focus on developing marketing content and collateral in a variety of mediums including print, video, electronic, and social media.
• Communications (15%):
  • Apply knowledge of communication principles, strategic priorities, and branding policies, this person will compose, edit, and optimize distribution of information, stories, marketing collateral, and digital content that supports the College’s strategy and goals.
  • Work with internal and external stakeholders to incorporate the College’s voice in all relevant, written materials.
• Staff Management (5%):
  • Recruit, hire, train, and ultimately be responsible for the work of a team of 3-4 interns or student workers to support the College's marketing and communications strategies.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve on campus wide committees
• Other duties as assigned (5%)
   

 

SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS:

• Train and supervise student workers and interns

 

EDUCATION:

Essential: Bachelor’s Degree required in digital marketing, communications or similar field.

Desirable: Master’s Degree

 

EXPERIENCE:

Essential: 3-5 years of digital marketing, communications or similar field

Desirable: 5-7 years of digital marketing, communications or similar field

 

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

Valid driver’s license

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Strong project management skills, with demonstrated success in managing multiple projects concurrently with little oversight.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of AP style.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative
• Experience with marketing and brand campaigns.
• Demonstrated success creating and implementing marketing communications plans that address multiple audiences, key messages and media.
• Knowledge of digital media and communications best practices and their employment to optimize marketing and communications processes, plans and tactics.
• Experience working with and managing agencies, vendors and freelancers.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility.
• Demonstrated success in working effectively with staff at all levels of an organization. 
• Ability to think and act strategically.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive and confidential information
• Be creative and able to communicate ideas visually, verbally, and in writing.
• Knowledge about design elements and artistic sensibility.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite and Web Content Management Systems.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to accommodate work requirements.

 

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• WordPress experience and other web content management systems
• Traditional and digital media planning, buying and management
• Knowledge of emerging marketing channels, practices and technologies
• Experience with Constant Contact
• Marketing budget planning and management experience.

 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Eureka College is an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving diversity and cultural awareness within its administration, faculty, staff, and students. The College is intentional in its inclusivity of all persons regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender (including gender identity or expression), sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability or ancestry.

 

WORKING CONDITIONS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear.  The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.  

 

WORK SCHEDULE: This role is an on-campus, in-person position.  Normal work day is Monday through Friday 8:00AM to 5:00PM, including one hour allocated for lunch. Schedule flexibility is necessary. Some evening and weekend hours will be required.

 

APPLICATION MATERIALS:

Submit your resume, cover letter, list of professional references and writing sample electronically to employment@eureka.edu (please put “Assistant Director of Marketing ” in the subject heading); pdf or WORD format acceptable. Print materials may be sent to Human Resources, Eureka College, 300 E. College Avenue, Eureka IL 61530.   

 

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

 

Admissions Counselor

 

POSITION SUMMARY:  Educate and prepare higher education-bound students on subjects such as the benefits of college education, admissions processes, financial aid and scholarship practices, and student life and athletics. Travel to high schools, community colleges, universities, and other education-related organizations to recruit and enroll students within an assigned geographic territory. Provide community outreach service instruction to students, consistent with the college’s core values and strategic initiatives.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Develop, coordinate and provide educational sessions for high schools and/or other appropriate education audiences.
• Plan and implement a travel schedule that reaches and leads to meeting or exceeding the target enrollment goals.
• Develop and maintain relationships with high school, community college, and university counselors to identify prospective audiences and students for college-bound education sessions.
• Evaluate prospective student college application materials and counsel students on their educational path as appropriate, e.g.; calculate and assess grade-point averages in relationship to college acceptance.
• Create and deliver presentations to explain financial aid processes and awards to students and parents.
• Communicate with prospective and admitted students through verbal and written communication (phone calls, emails, texts, postcards, letters, social media, etc.).
• Meet and conduct individual and group student information sessions on campus; provide campus tours as needed.
• Compile and maintain databases of potential students.
• Process and evaluate prospective student applications and determine admission status to the college; assist and steward incoming students from inquiry to matriculation, communicate decisions to applicants, advise on next steps, etc.

 

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work collaboratively with other admissions and campus staff to plan, organize, and conduct on-campus events and educational sessions.
• Work with faculty, coaches, and staff in recruitment efforts.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

 

 

SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS: 

Supervise student worker(s) as necessary.  Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training student employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance: rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

 

EDUCATION:

Essential:  Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university   

Desirable: 

 

 

EXPERIENCE:

Essential: 

Desirable:  Prior work in an educational setting. Previous experience as an admissions counselor, and/or past relevant sales experience.

 

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

Valid Driver’s License

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask and prioritize work.
• Ability to achieve enrollment goals using initiative and self-motivation.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, email, and social media.
• Ability to develop proficient knowledge of Eureka College (including, but not limited to academics, campus life, and personnel.)
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of information.

 

WORKING CONDITIONS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, sometimes for extended periods of time; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear.  The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.  Some travel by car to a variety of off-campus settings is required. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time.

 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Eureka College is an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving diversity and cultural awareness within its administration, faculty, staff, and students. The College is intentional in its inclusivity of all persons regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender (including gender identity or expression), sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability or ancestry.

 

WORK SCHEDULE:

Normal workday is 8:00AM-5:00PM Monday through Friday with one hour allocated for lunch.  Flexibility in work schedule is required to accommodate occasional evening and weekend hours and travel.

 

APPLICATION MATERIALS:

Submit your resume, cover letter and a list of professional references electronically to employment@eureka.edu (please put “Admissions Counselor ” in the subject heading); pdf or WORD format acceptable. Print materials may be sent to Human Resources, Eureka College, 300 E. College Avenue, Eureka IL 61530.   

 

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

 

Instructional Designer

 

POSITION SUMMARY: The Instructional Designer will design and develop online learning and practical experiences. The goal of this position is to facilitate learners in acquiring knowledge, skills, and competencies and meeting course learning objectives in an effective and engaging manner.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Create engaging learning activities and online course content for undergraduate and 10 Essentials courses
• Work with subject matter experts to develop course content for online delivery
• Apply tested instructional design theories, practice, and methods
• Create engaging learning activities and compelling course content that enhances retention
• Work with subject matter experts to identify course learning outcomes
• State instructional end goals and create content that achieves them
• Visualize instructional graphics, the user interface, and the finished product
• Conduct instructional research and analysis on learners and courses
• Provide exercises and activities that enhance the learning process
• Create supporting material and media, such as audio, video, simulations, role plays, games, and so forth
• Develop the criteria used to assess learner performance and develop assessment tools and instruments
• Maintain project documentation and course folders
• Integrate tools to maintain academic integrity

 

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve on campus wide committees
• Other duties as assigned
   

 

SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS:

N/A

 

EDUCATION:

Essential: Bachelor’s degree

Desirable: Master’s degree

 

EXPERIENCE:

Essential: Two years of prior experience in instructional design and instructional technology

Desirable: Two years online teaching experience at the collegiate level

 

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

 

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Excellent knowledge of learning theories and instructional design models
• Lesson and curriculum planning skills
• Basic HTML and Flash programming knowledge
• Solid knowledge of course development software and the D2L Learning Management System
• Visual design skills and ability to storyboard
• Ability to write effective copy, instructional text, audio scripts/video scripts

 

 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Eureka College is an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving diversity and cultural awareness within its administration, faculty, staff, and students. The College is intentional in its inclusivity of all persons regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender (including gender identity or expression), sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability or ancestry.

 

WORKING CONDITIONS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear.  The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. This majority of this position will be in a standard office setting.

 

 

WORK SCHEDULE:

Typical schedule is Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. with an hour allocated for lunch. Some evenings and weekend hours may be required. There may be an opportunity for a hybrid schedule after the completion of the first ninety days of employment.

 

APPLICATION MATERIALS:

Submit your resume, cover letter and a list of professional references electronically to employment@eureka.edu (please put “Instructional Designer ” in the subject heading); pdf or WORD format acceptable. Print materials may be sent to Human Resources, Eureka College, 300 E. College Avenue, Eureka IL 61530.   

 

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

 

Assistant Registrar

 

POSITION SUMMARY:  Serve as a key member of the Registrar’s Office team, providing support in the daily operations of the office and ensuring that the office provides the highest level of customer service to the campus community.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

• Prepare initial degree audits for underclassmen and update annually.
• Evaluate college transcripts; complete transfer credit evaluations for prospective students; enter transfer credits in SONIS; and maintain transfer equivalency guides for the Admissions Office.
• Research course equivalencies for articulation agreements and memorandums of understanding (MOUs) and help the Provost prepare and draft transfer guides or course crosswalks.
• Maintain webpages.
• Verify athletic academic eligibility (GPA, enrolled hours)
• Manage academic components of graduation, including obtaining graduation applications; ordering diplomas, covers, and honors stoles; preparing candidate list for graduation program and “read-list” for Division Chairs; assisting Registrar with final verification of degree audits; processing graduates in SONIS; and mailing diplomas; assisting with the commencement ceremony as needed.
• Process academic forms such as add/drop/withdrawal slips, independent and directed study applications, internship agreements, and exit tickets.
• Utilize and maintain student information in SONIS (update addresses, biographical information, Education pages, Leave Statuses, etc.).
• Assist Registrar with enrollment management, including verifying 10^th day rosters; monitoring and verifying midterm and final grades; assisting advisors and students with registration; advising and registering new students; and monitoring wait lists, incomplete grades, registration holds, pre-requisites, and student absences.
• Assist the Registrar with the course schedule building process and classroom assignments and update classroom assignments in MIDAS.
• Collect Exit Interviews and process student withdrawals
• Ensure faculty and staff are complying with FERPA 

 

 

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Process transcript requests when student workers are unavailable.
• Process enrollment, degree, loan, and good student verifications, both on paper and in the National Student Clearinghouse.
• Assist with Orientations and Welcome Week events.
• Serve as back-up for Registrar in processing enrollment and degree transmissions to the National Student Clearinghouse.
• Provide various reports for faculty and staff.
• Provide general front-line assistance to students, faculty, staff, and alumni via phone, email, and walk-ins.
• Maintain office filing system and record retention guidelines.
• Provide communication with campus community regarding Registrar’s Office information.
• Serve on campus wide committees.
• Other duties as assigned.

 

SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS:

Supervise student employees in the Registrar’s Office. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training student employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

 

EDUCATION:

Essential: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university.

 

 

EXPERIENCE:

Essential: Minimum 1 year working in a professional office setting.

Desirable: Experience in a Registrar’s Office or other student services related area; experience with use of online processes and administrative software for information management.

 

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

None required.

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as college catalogs, procedure manuals, and correspondence.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from faculty, staff, students, and parents.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to compute average, ratio, and percent.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Proficient personal computer skills including electronic mail, record keeping, routine database activity, word processing, spreadsheet, etc.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and organize assignments.
• Detail orientation with big picture understanding.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with a diverse population.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Eureka College is an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving diversity and cultural awareness within its administration, faculty, staff, and students. The College is intentional in its inclusivity of all persons regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender (including gender identity or expression), sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability or ancestry.

 

WORKING CONDITIONS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear.  The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.  

 

WORK SCHEDULE:

Normal workday is Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM with one hour allocated for lunch. Additional hours or occasional Saturday hours may be necessary for special events.

 

APPLICATION MATERIALS:

Submit your resume, cover letter and a list of professional references electronically to employment@eureka.edu (please put “Assistant Registrar ” in the subject heading); pdf or WORD format acceptable. Print materials may be sent to Human Resources, Eureka College, 300 E. College Avenue, Eureka IL 61530.   

 

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

 

Adult and Online Learning Coordinator

 

POSITION SUMMARY: This grant-funded position supports nontraditional student admission and enrollment in our alternate degree and certificate programs.  The position requires accurate transcript assessment and involves academic advising to facilitate admission and enrollment into programs. This position manages the Acadeum platform for Eureka College. This position also coordinates with admissions on the prior learning assessment process.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provides applicants with transcript review information and early academic advising through the admission process.
• Supports admissions events and processes targeted toward nontraditional students.
• Educates prospective students about the application standards and review process and coordinates the application review process.
• Responsible for accurate data entry in all admissions systems and in Sonis for nontraditional learners, courses, and classrooms.
• Enrolls students in online courses using online platform, serves as primary contact to Acadeum organization, schedules online courses each semester.
• Serves as academic advisor to students and elevates student support issues to appropriate campus resource.
• Works with division chairs or faculty to schedule degree completion courses for cohorts.
• Supports data management and report generation for institutional assessment and grant reporting.
• Serves as the primary campus contact for creating all database, CRM, and communications systems needs for the certificate program; coordinates with campus staff on enrollment-related functions, and develops new systems as needed to establish certificate program operations and outreach capabilities.
• Ensures that all communications, implementation, and on-going database development are consistent with the priorities of the Office of Admissions, Registrar, and the College; establishes and maintains the best possible database system for the certificate program's processes and workflow.
• Assists with data entry, report generation, data requests, production, and delivery of data files to external vendors, and related procedures; provides statistical information to college leadership as needed.

• Additional duties and responsibilities as needed.
   

SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS:

• Required to train and supervise student workers.

 

EDUCATION:

Essential: Bachelor’s degree

 

EXPERIENCE:

Essential: Customer service experience; experience with a sales/recruitment/admissions CRM.

Desirable: Higher education registrar or admission experience; experience with Technolutions Slate and/or JRM Salesforce recruitment systems.

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Ability to work a flexible schedule to accommodate work requirements.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Read technical manuals and keep up to date on computing technology as appropriate.
• Ability to work independently to manage and complete projects.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to prioritize, plan and organize multiple tasks to meet deadlines.
• Organize and maintain documentation. Collaborative attitude with the ability to effectively support and encourage colleagues.
• Exceptional organizational, prioritization, attention to detail and follow-up skills.
• Ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Working knowledge of various general-use and productivity software.
• Ability to develop, enhance and maintain positive working relationships with students.
• Team building, analytical and problem-solving skills, critical thinking and decision-making skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain the utmost character and ethics.

 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Eureka College is an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving diversity and cultural awareness within its administration, faculty, staff, and students. The College is intentional in its inclusivity of all persons regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender (including gender identity or expression), sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability or ancestry.

 

WORKING CONDITIONS:

This job will require travel throughout the region. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. A valid driver’s license is required. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.

 

WORK SCHEDULE:

Normal work day is Monday through Friday 8:00AM to 5:00PM, including one hour allocated for lunch. Schedule flexibility is necessary. Some evening and weekend hours will be required.

 

APPLICATION MATERIALS:

Submit your resume, cover letter and a list of professional references electronically to employment@eureka.edu (please put “Adult and Online Learning Coordinator ” in the subject heading); pdf or WORD format acceptable. Print materials may be sent to Human Resources, Eureka College, 300 E. College Avenue, Eureka IL 61530.   

 

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

 

Director of Alumni Affairs

 

POSITION SUMMARY: The Director of Alumni Affairs reports to the Vice President for Institutional Advancement and provides leadership, strategic planning, direction and support in carrying out the mission of the office of Alumni Affairs and the Alumni Association Board for Eureka College. The Director will also develop the advancement communications to engage with Eureka College alumni, and external constituents. The Director leads and supports the Alumni Board of Directors while leading the implementation of programs that build stronger relationships between Eureka College and its alumni, supporters and friends. The Director effectively communicates the interests and concerns of EC’s alumni and friends to the broader campus community. The Director serves as a member of the Office of Institutional Advancement leadership team, and as such is active in feeding the donor pipeline by targeting alumni and friends with capacity for giving, and engaging the appropriate advancement staff to cultivate those relationships.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• The Director will have the responsibility for developing and leading the model for engaging alumni in cooperation with the Alumni Board as part of its strategic vision.
• This person will lead in managing development events and stewardship programs to cultivate and engage alumni, friends, donors and potential supports of the College.
• The Director will implement and oversee on-campus and external alumni engagement programs, other alumni-focused activities, and alumni membership programs with the purpose to increase alumni and constituent engagement in partnership with campus stakeholders, and the College as a whole.
• The Director also engages alumni in the life of the College through consistent and positive personal communications, including electronic, print, and social media. Champions exceptional customer service and meaningful opportunities for volunteerism, personal and professional development, and events and programs.
• Responsible for the design and implementation of an effective regional network strategy for increased regional alumni engagement.
• Provide leadership to the Alumni Board in decision-making and volunteer engagement that positively impacts their College relationship. In addition, grow the Alumni Board of Directors and continually cultivate the engagement of its members in Alumni Affairs programming.
• Create, implement and evaluate an annual, comprehensive, strategic Development communications plan to raise internal and external awareness of Eureka College’s philanthropic needs and initiatives among key donor prospects, stakeholders and influencers, and to amplify and reinforce Eureka College’s brand and reputation.
• Transform development communications to deliver against existing and new donor audience needs in partnership with Marketing and Communications. Simplify communication across the organization to tell a cohesive and inspiring story.
• Work collaboratively to align donor and alumni messaging to build engagement with the audience throughout the giving experience.
• Understand the needs of different donor audiences and effectively target key messages to specific groups using a variety of mediums.
• Collaborate with Marketing and Communication teams to ensure that all donor-facing messaging is consistent and aligns with Eureka College’s messaging and organizational branding. 
• Work with the VP of Institutional Advancement to determine the appropriate revenue structure that captures emerging trends in alumni engagement and is sustainable within the College structure.
• This position will also have specific responsibility for providing direction and support for quality events, including development, stewardship, and public outreach events that reflect the high stature and academic mission of the College. In addition, this position will be responsible for stewarding the College scholarship and endowment programs, as well as assisting with donor-related communications.
• Emphasis shall be placed on involving teams of volunteers and staff as appropriate, high standards for internal and external customer relations, protocol, and effective management of resources.

 

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve on campus wide committees
• Other duties as assigned

 

SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS:

Supervise student workers as necessary.  Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work.

 

 

EDUCATION:

Essential: A bachelor's degree is required for this position with preference in communications, and at least 5 to 7 years of related experience in managing Alumni Relations programs within a college setting.

Desirable: 

 

EXPERIENCE:

Essential: 5 to 7 years of related experience in managing Alumni Relations programs within a college setting.

Desirable:

 

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

Valid driver’s license

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• This person is an engagement professional who is able to connect with various constituents with ease.

• The position requires exceptional organizational and communication skills, with high attention to detail; the ability to work with faculty, administrators, and volunteers.

• The ability to anticipate organizational needs and proactively provide solutions is also desired.
• Strong writing and communication skills are required, as well as the ability to juggle competing priorities in a fast-paced work environment.
• Experience in alumni relations and/or fundraising in a higher education environment or non-profit environment.
• experience with Raiser’s Edge NXT or similar software;
• the ability to maintain composure when dealing with difficult situations, and meet deadlines;
• the ability to contribute in a high-performing team environment.
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong computer skills
• Personable; willingness to learn, initiative taker
• Ability to develop and maintain excellent relationships to support goals/mission.
• Desire to work in a highly collaborative team-based environment.
• Ability to plan for the big picture while attending to numerous details.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities/activities.
• Able to work flexible hours, which include evenings and weekends.
• Director works with other departments to ensure coordination of special events, public relations, and outreach.

 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Eureka College is an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving diversity and cultural awareness within its administration, faculty, staff, and students. The College is intentional in its inclusivity of all persons regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender (including gender identity or expression), sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability or ancestry.

 

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The office is located on the second floor of a building with no elevator.  The employee must transfer between buildings and place the employee in outdoor weather conditions. While performing the duties of this job the employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions during event planning and coordination.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear.  The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate; can be louder depending on event.

 

WORK SCHEDULE: 

Normal workday is Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM including one hour allocated for lunch.  Flexibility in hours needed to include possible hours in the evenings or on weekends for special Advancement events.

 

APPLICATION MATERIALS:

Submit your resume, cover letter and a list of professional references electronically to employment@eureka.edu (please put “Director of Alumni Affairs” in the subject heading); pdf or WORD format acceptable. Print materials may be sent to Human Resources, Eureka College, 300 E. College Avenue, Eureka IL  61530.   

 

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

 

Director of Advancement Services

 

POSITION SUMMARY:  Directs and oversees the day-to-day management of all aspects of the development and alumni institutional database and information services; assures high standards of quality, consistency, and accuracy of alumni and development-related information; and complies with gift administration/tax policies and regulations. The director maintains close contact with key members of development and alumni staff; provides leadership and manages all advancement services, including biographical maintenance, data extraction and reporting, production services, prospect research, stewardship and scholarship programs; and serves as the primary conduit of all internal and external gift information.

 

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Manage donor relations, research, marketing and payments.
• Serve as Advancement Office Manager, coordinating supplies, resources and student workers.
• Direct internal matching gift programs ensuring appropriate matches are received, researches new matching programs and communicates with donors.
• Subject Matter Expert and trainer for Raiser’s Edge alumni and donor database; direct and maintain accurate information, liaison for IT and vendor.
• Create and generate internal and external timely, informational, and accurate reports related to donors, pledges, alumni, and estate gifts; comply with all IRS guidelines and CASE reporting standards.
• Serve as a Boardmax Administrator for Advancement Office
• Assist with management of budget for Advancement Services; creation, allocation and reallocation of funds as necessary.
• Coordinate Endowment and annual scholarships; create and establish criteria and agreements, collaborate with Financial Aid and Scholarship Committee in awarding, luncheon and notification.
• Direct external alumni and donor direct mailings and capital campaigns, coordinate social media postings as assigned and maintenance of Advancement Services webpages.
• Collaborate with the VP of Institutional Advancement, as well as other Development Officers, to conduct special research projects or analysis in support of College and department strategic initiatives and core values.

 

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide assistance with special fundraising and alumni events.
• Serve as Women’s Board liaison and Eureka Rotary liaison.
• Record minutes for Trustee Meetings as assigned.
• Serve on other committees as appointed.

 

SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS:

Supervise student worker(s) who provide administrative support for the office.  Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.  Supervise volunteers in the Advancement Services Office.

 

EDUCATION:

Essential:   Associates or Bachelors degree from an accredited institution with degree emphasis in computer science, business or accounting; or High School Diploma/GED with equivalent years of experience.  

Desirable:   N/A

 

EXPERIENCE:

Essential:  2-3 years related work experience including experience with desktop database software and Microsoft Office applications.

Desirable: 3-4 years related work experience, fundraising environment experience, and familiarity with Raiser’s Edge for Windows fundraising software.

 

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

None required

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Extensive computer knowledge including all Microsoft Office applications, database management, electronic mail, and Internet.
• Ability to learn new computer applications quickly and impart that knowledge to, and instruct, others.
• Ability to maintain strict attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.
• Possess excellent organizational and time management skills necessary to manage multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously.
• Skilled at creativity, initiative and independence in carrying out responsibilities.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.

 

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The office is located on the second floor of a building with no elevator.  The employee must transfer between buildings and place the employee in outdoor weather conditions. The noise level is typically quiet to moderate. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear.  The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time.

 

WORK SCHEDULE:  Normal work day is Monday through Friday 8:00AM to 5:00PM, including one hour allocated for lunch.  May require some evening and/or weekend hours.

 

APPLICATION MATERIALS:

Submit your resume, cover letter and a list of professional references electronically to employment@eureka.edu (please put “Director of Advancement Services” in the subject heading); pdf or WORD format acceptable. Print materials may be sent to Human Resources, Eureka College, 300 E. College Avenue, Eureka IL  61530.   

 

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

 

 

 

Maintenance Coordinator

 

POSITION SUMMARY: Assist the Director of Facilities with the overall upkeep and maintenance of the College facilities.  Work with the Director of Facilities to coordinating maintenance staff, sustainability, and safety training in order to provide a safe, healthy, aesthetically pleasing and comfortable environment for students, faculty and staff.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Lead ongoing preventive maintenance and repair work on facility mechanical, electrical, other installed systems and painting.
• Assist in planning, developing, and scheduling daily activities and clearly communicate performance output expectations including full utilization of the electronic work order system.
• Maintain a safe, clean and comfortable environment for the campus community.
• Direct the operation and maintenance of department and campus vehicles, tools, and power equipment.
• Maintain proper inventories of equipment, supplies and other department appropriate merchandise.
• Train the staff to observe safety rules, use proper personal protective equipment and ensure compliance with the operating procedures of College, federal, state and local regulations.
• Maintain and serve as part of on-call rotation.
• Develop relationships to provide liaison services between the maintenance and internal and external constituents.
• Conduct regular facility inspections to ensure compliance to all federal, state, and local laws, codes and ordinances.
• Oversee upkeep of pertinent files, including operation and maintenance records, capital asset inventory, work order requests, service logs, SDS book, safety reports, safety training, etc.
• Assist with sustainability initiatives and work in collaboration with the Director of Facilities and Director of Sustainability.

 

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain shop and storage areas in clean and orderly condition.
• Manage and monitor utility consumption and present recommendations to the Director of Facilities for effective and efficient solutions to manage costs.
• Encourages and generates new ways to look at processes and problems
• Serve as member of various campus advisory committees.
• Collaborate with Grounds Coordinator on projects as directed.

 

SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS: 

Supervise full-time employees and student workers.  Work with the Director of Facilities to interview, hire, and train employees; plan, assign, and direct work; appraise performance and set goals; reward and discipline employees; address complaints and resolve problems in order to maintain a highly trained and motivated staff. 

 

EDUCATION:

Essential: Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and relevant work experience commensurate with the requirements of the position.

 

EXPERIENCE:

Essential: 1-3 years supervisory and progressively responsible experience at the management level in a facilities environment. Working knowledge and experience in the proper installation, maintenance, operation and repair of boiler plants, HVAC system design and controls, plumbing, electrical, and structural systems required.   

 

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

Essential: Valid driver’s license

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Supervisory and leadership skills, team building, analytical and problem solving skills, and critical thinking and decision making skills.
• Knowledge of construction and bidding processes, safety, environmental, energy, ADA, and federal and state regulatory requirements.
• Ability to work outdoors in different weather conditions -- from extreme heat in the summer, rainy in the spring and fall, and extreme cold in the winter.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to read and follow directions and instructions.
• Ability to interact in a professional manner with a diverse population.
• Skilled in organization and time management.
• Knowledge of standard safety practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of Excel, Word and Gmail.
• Knowledge of electronic work order systems.

 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Eureka College is an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving diversity and cultural awareness within its administration, faculty, staff, and students. The College is intentional in its inclusivity of all persons regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender (including gender identity or expression), sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability or ancestry.

 

 

WORKING CONDITIONS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear.  The employee may frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. Required to wear protective clothing and/or equipment necessitated by work environment, policy or governmental regulations.

 

WORK SCHEDULE: 

Normal work schedule is 9 hours per day Monday-Friday, with one hour allocated for lunch.  Flexibility to cover vacation schedules or special events occasionally may be required.

 

APPLICATION MATERIALS:

Submit your resume, cover letter and a list of professional references electronically to employment@eureka.edu (please put “Maintenance Coordinator” in the subject heading); pdf or WORD format acceptable. Print materials may be sent to Human Resources, Eureka College, 300 E. College Avenue, Eureka IL  61530.   

 

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

Head Athletic Trainer & Sports Performance Manager

 

POSITION SUMMARY:  Develop, coordinate and administer a comprehensive athletic training program for Eureka College intercollegiate sports while also overseeing sports performance/strength and conditioning to include joint supervision of the Strength and Conditioning Coach.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Perform professional and administrative services essential for the successful development and implementation of the athletic training program including, but not limited to, proper recordkeeping and injury prevention, evaluation, management, treatment and rehabilitation.
• Schedule and coordinate athletic training staff and students for coverage of all athletic training room hours, team practices, and athletic competitions.
• Coordinate proper response and care with designated team physician on all Eureka College student-athlete injuries.
• Maintain current knowledge of NCAA guidelines in the NCAA sports medicine handbook.
• Develop and manage the athletic training budget, provide yearly inventory, and order supplies and equipment as needed
• Oversee all athletic training as well as sports performance/strength and conditioning operations.

 

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain clear communication and professional relationships with students, coaches, faculty, staff, and external constituents.
• Maintain accurate medical and insurance records for the athletic department administration, coaching staff, and all support staff.
• Evaluate and recommend new techniques and equipment that would enhance the athletic training program.
• Work in conjunction with the strength and conditioning staff to ensure safety in the design and implementation of fitness, nutrition and conditioning programs customized to meet individual student-athlete needs.
• Provide direction and care for the athletic training equipment and facilities, maintaining a clean and professional work environment.
• Serve on campus wide committees
• Other duties as assigned

 

SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS:

Manage and supervise the assistant athletic trainer and student workers. Jointly manage and supervise the strength and conditioning coach. Responsibilities include interviewing athletic training staff, hiring athletic training staff, training of employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

 

EDUCATION:

Essential: Master’s Degree in related field

 

EXPERIENCE

Essential: 2+ years of athletic training experience at the collegiate level.

 

Desirable: 3+ years of collegiate athletic training experience. Current strength and conditioning certification.

 

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

Valid driver’s license.  CPR, First Aid, and AED certification.  Certified by the National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification (NATABOC).  Licensed or eligible in the state of Illinois. Current strength and conditioning certification

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of principles, practices and techniques of athletic training.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and written
• Ability to deliver their knowledge to and instruct student-athletes in an effective manner.
• Knowledge of safety and first aid techniques.
• Skill in identifying problems, evaluating alternatives and implementing effective solutions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships with a diverse population.
• knowledge of basic computer applications and electronic mail.

 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Eureka College is an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving diversity and cultural awareness within its administration, faculty, staff, and students. The College is intentional in its inclusivity of all persons regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender (including gender identity or expression), sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability or ancestry.

 

 

WORKING CONDITIONS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear.  The employee may occasionally lift and/or move greater than 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.  Work is routinely performed both indoor and outdoor, in office environment and in gyms, on playing fields, and other recreational environments. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time.  Off campus travel is required.

 

WORK SCHEDULE:

Varies, typical office hours are Monday through Friday 8:00AM-5:00PM with one hour allocated for lunch although weekend and evening hours are necessary depending on scheduled events. 

 

APPLICATION MATERIALS:

Submit your resume, cover letter and a list of professional references electronically to employment@eureka.edu (please put “Head Athletic Trainer" in the subject heading); pdf or WORD format acceptable. Print materials may be sent to Human Resources, Eureka College, 300 E. College Avenue, Eureka IL  61530.   

 

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

 

 

Head Women's Soccer Coach

 

POSITION SUMMARY:  Demonstrating a willingness and capability to abide by Athletic Department, Eureka College, Saint Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SLIAC), Upper Midwest Athletic Conference (UMAC) and National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division III rules as applicable per sport, the Head Coach is responsible for the daily functioning of their team which includes planning, organizing, instructing, directing, and managing a program exemplified by integrity.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Plan, organize, lead and direct a Division III NCAA women’s soccer program.
• Organize and conduct practices to teach sport fundamentals and skills, game strategies, performance principles, and proper use of sports and training equipment.
• Provide instruction in physical conditioning programs that will enable student athletes to achieve maximum performance.
• Implement and conduct a comprehensive plan on game days.
• Develop and administer a complete recruiting plan that will exhibit progression in talent of student athletes.
• Serve as an educational practitioner promoting lifetime wellness among student-athletes with focus on the student-athlete as a whole person and encourage the development of psychological, social, mental, and learning skills necessary for student athletes to be successful in the classroom and in the playing environment.
• Demonstrate and model sportsmanship and ethical conduct consistent with the mission of Eureka College, the Conference, and the NCAA.
• Maintain a working knowledge of NCAA rules and complete mandatory annual testing.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise, care for, and inventory equipment and facility.
• Game & Event management for a designated sport when outside of soccer season
• Make recommendations to the Athletic Director for program improvement based on sport evaluation and exit interviews with student-athletes.
• Support the Women’s Soccer Team and Athletic Department for student retention.
• Oversee and maintain accurate statistics for team sport working in conjunction with the Sports Information Director.
• Maintain effective working relationships within the athletic department team and the College as a whole in order to contribute to the overall success of all sport programs.
• Monitor expenses and adhere to fiscal budget parameters.
• Oversee the academic progress of student-athletes on the team.
• Serve on campus wide committees.
• Other duties as assigned.

 

SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS:

Supervise assistant coaches, team managers and student workers.  Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training of employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

 

EDUCATION:

Essential:  Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four year college or university; or High School diploma/GED with related professional playing experience         

Desirable:  Master’s Degree.

 

EXPERIENCE: 

Essential: 1-3 years active game situation coaching in a sport at the high school, club, or college level; or multiple years of professional level playing or coaching experience.

Desirable: 1-3 years of collegiate coaching experience.

 

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

Valid driver’s license.  CPR, AED, and First Aid certification

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of the sport program, rules and regulations, including NCAA, UMAC and SLIAC
• Knowledge of principles, practices and techniques of coaching.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to deliver knowledge to and instruct student-athletes in an effective manner.
• Knowledge of safety and first aid techniques.
• Skill in identifying problems, evaluating alternatives and implementing effective solutions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships with a diverse population.
• Knowledge of basic computer applications and electronic mail.

 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Eureka College is an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving diversity and cultural awareness within its administration, faculty, staff, and students. The College is intentional in its inclusivity of all persons regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender (including gender identity or expression), sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability or ancestry.

 

WORKING CONDITIONS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear.  The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.  Work is routinely performed both indoor and outdoor, in office environment and in gyms, on playing fields, and other recreational environments. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time.  Off campus travel is required.

 

WORK SCHEDULE:

Varies, typical office hours are Monday through Friday 8:00AM-5:00PM with one hour allocated for lunch although weekend and evening hours are necessary depending on scheduled events. 

 

APPLICATION MATERIALS:

Submit your resume, cover letter and a list of professional references electronically to employment@eureka.edu (please put “Head Women's Soccer Coach" in the subject heading); pdf or WORD format acceptable. Print materials may be sent to Human Resources, Eureka College, 300 E. College Avenue, Eureka IL  61530.   

 

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.