Business Administrative Associate

Exec VP & VP Academic Affairs

System Office positions, such as this position, are not eligible for the employee referral program.

Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position.

Provide confidential operational and executive-level management support for the duties and responsibilities administered by the Office of the Executive Vice President & Vice President for Academic Affairs (OEVP/VPAA), including management of the schedule and obligations of the Executive Vice President & Vice President for Academic Affairs (EVP/VPAA), who acts on the behalf of the President as requested, and of the reporting administrators within OEVP/VPAA. Manage OEVP/VPAA operational activities and projects. Perform administrative functions related to a variety of managerial activities to achieve success with established University and OEVP/VPAA objectives and goals. Position supervises one to two clerical employees. This position is in person at our Urbana Champaign campus daily.

Responsibilities

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Administer and manage a variety of administrative and managerial functions, which requires comprehensive knowledge about OEVP/ VPAA program activities, and includes providing and interpreting applicable University and departmental policies and procedures. Deliver and/or draft authoritative responses that represent appropriate positions of the EVP/VPAA and OVPAA officers, and that may commit a course of action to effectively address and/or resolve matters related to OEVP/VPAA operations and services.
• Establish, manage and oversee processing of memoranda, reports, and correspondence received and/or produced by OEVP/VPAA, including those containing sensitive and confidential information, which requires comprehensive knowledge about program activities and the ability to provide and/or interpret applicable University and departmental policies and procedures to facilitate administrative responses in a timely manner. Account for the security, accuracy, and accessibility of all electronic and paper files, including business correspondence, financial information, personnel information, inventory records and other documentation. Write, review, edit, and/or revise documents prepared by other staff members and draft documents for the EVP/VPAA.
• Provide confidential executive-level support to the EVP/VPAA and OEVP/VPAA administrators, including planning, coordinating and prioritizing schedule/appointments, meetings, and travel. Effectively work as primary liaison with units both internal and external to the university in achieving high quality working collaborations and assistance from OEVP/VPAA, answering inquiries and providing assistance and clarifications, including the three universities, the Office of the President, Board of Trustees, University Counsel, and state and federal government agencies (IBHE budget meetings, Illinois Legislative Appropriations hearings), Illinois Public Universities, External Relations State Tours. Coordinate and plan special events, including town hall meetings, high-level military and dignitaries' visits.
• Liaison with system executive offices on day-to-day tasks. Assist president's office as needed. Assist with executive programs, projects and activities in conjunction with the President's Office, including the President's Executive Leadership Program, and other academic initiatives, chancellor investitures, Fireside Chats, Salute to Academic Achievement, Shin Humanitarian Award, University Scholars, OpEd Public Voices.
• Assist with coordination of fiscal activities of OEVP/VPAA including: working closely with the AVPAA and the Coordinator of Fiscal Planning and Budgeting in managing OEVP/VPAA funds and 4 OEVP/VPAA accounts; handling OEVP/VPAA fund expenditures; consulting with other OEVP/VPAA units, CFO Office, and other University units regarding business/financial activities; reviewing and authorizing account usage for expenditures; facilitating and approving expense reports, requisitions, and other business transactions; and initiating follow up as needed. Manage OEVP/VPAA orgs 709000 and 276000 in FABWEB inventory system. Coordinate, authorize, and monitor requests for services and/or office equipment and supplies managed by UIUC Office of Facilities and Services, including: printing services, car pool, online maintenance orders, office equipment and supplies, and other requests. Serve as telecom unit coordinator for EVP/VPAA and monitor statement charges and accounts.
• Manage and perform other assigned duties appropriate for a Business Administrative Assistant classification, such as coordinating assistance for the Chicago system offices as needed. Assist in maintaining EVPAA website for consistency, news, updates, etc.
• Manage and coordinate all support activities of OEVP/VPAA with full accountability for results. Participate in the development/implementation of policies and procedures related to OEVP/VPAA operations to promote consistency and uniformity among administrative officials/staff, and to ensure management services and related functions are conducted in compliance with University and departmental guidelines and regulations. Coordinate and administer specific assignments provided by the EVP/VPAA or OEVP/VPAA administrators. Monitor priorities and deadlines of those assignments.
• Review BOT items for each BOT meeting to ensure appointment items are accurate and coordinate review by the EVP/VPAA and president. Ensure that EVP/VPAA has all materials for BOT meetings. Provide a brief summary outlining the appointment for high-level candidates from the three universities. Liaison between the BOT, president's office, and the three universities for questions on high-level appointment process, approval, and announcements.
• Provide support for the following OEVP/VPAA units as needed: Enterprise Risk Management; Chief Digital Risk Officer; Executive Director of Labor Relations and Chief Data and Analytics Officer. Partner with other OEVP/VPAA administrative officials/staff to achieve public relations/customer service objectives and goals, and respond to public information inquiries received from a variety of internal/external persons that comprise the following constituencies: members of the Board of Trustees; Illinois Board of Higher Education (IBHE) officials/staff; state/federal legislators; higher education administration from the State of Illinois and nationally; news media outlets; executive officials at all campus locations; University faculty, students, and staff; FOIA requests, and referrals made by the President's Office. Responsible for analyzing inquiries to ensure they are directed to the appropriate person for a timely and accurate response.
• Manage the electronic calendar for the Executive Vice President & Vice President of Academic Affairs and exercise initiative, discretion and independent judgment in prioritizing scheduling conflicts and addressing urgent matters. Responsible for reviewing EVP/VPAAs schedule to meet deadlines and to gather and provide appropriate materials for meetings, appointments, travel, reports and special projects. Assist in managing and coordinating organizational activities of principal and unit and associated responsibilities and deadlines, expediting actions for update and successful completion.
• Serve as confidential assistant to the EVP/VPAA and OEVP/VPAA officers in handling sensitive and confidential issues, and in reviewing and developing responses to general inquiries, complaints, requests for specific assistance, and/or urgent matters requiring immediate attention.
• Manage OEVP/VPAA programs/special projects through completion including: coordinating OEVP/VPAA recurring programs including the sabbatical review process and committee; University Statutes, preparing agenda and materials for distribution to appropriate administrative officials/staff that contain sensitive and confidential information; monitoring progress of established timelines to ensure deadlines are met; ensuring projects and related functions are administered in alignment with high expectations for accuracy and professionalism; and initiating follow up as needed to ensure overall program/project objectives and goals are met.
• Day to day supervision of clerical employees and responsible for coordination of schedule of office, principals calendar and travel, and all scheduling and meeting support.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, management, or a field related to the position.
• Two (2) years of professional business, financial, and/or managerial work experience. (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.)
• Based on position requirements, additional education, training, and/or work experience in an area of specialization inherent to the position may be required.

Preferred:

• An additional four(4) years of related experience.
• Extensive knowledge and understanding about the administrative roles of the AVPAA and the VPAA to appropriately represent department administrative positions and managerial philosophies, and to effectively direct and administer all assigned duties and responsibilities.

Knowledge Skills And Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge about the organization of University Administration and university administrators to facilitate operations and services related to assigned duties and responsibilities, and about overall University operations/services/resources.
• Comprehensive knowledge about operations and services administered by OVPAA to ensure programs and other departmental activities are directed and managed in compliance with university policies and procedures, and align with its high expectations for discretion, integrity, and professionalism.
• Knowledge about policies and guidelines set forth in the following publications/resources: General Rules Concerning University Organization and Procedures; University of Illinois Statues; State of Illinois Statutes; UI Board of Trustees Bylaws; Business and Financial Policies and Procedures Manual; Travel Regulation Council Policies; Campus Administrative Manual; UIUC Employee Handbook; Policy and Rules for Civil Service Staff; Civil Service Statute and Rules; University Policy on Conflicts and Commitment of Interests; Labor and Employee Relations Office; AFSCME contract; and Handbook for Good Ethical Practice for Faculty and Staff at the University of Illinois.
• Specialized computer skills including proficiency in the following programs/applications: Microsoft Office computer programs/applications, spreadsheets, and database software including Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Internet Explorer.
• Excellent keyboarding, grammar and proofreading skills, with strong emphases on accuracy and application of business and report writing techniques, to prepare correspondence and reports that have a professional presentation and reflect applicable formats.
• Proficiency with office equipment including calculators, photocopiers, printers, digital scanners, and facsimile machines.
• Strong interpersonal skills exemplified by tact, courtesy, and diplomacy that reflect positively on OVPAA in providing high quality services that align with University and unit work performance expectations. Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion in the performance of all assigned duties, and handling of highly confidential and sensitive information.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize work accordingly to meet stringent deadlines while handling numerous interruptions and appropriately responding to matters of urgency.
• Self-motivation and initiative to develop new strategies and ideas to improve overall efficiency and effectiveness of office operations. Outstanding organizational skills to set up and maintain electronic and paper filing system.

Knowledge and respect of policies and procedures outlined for the University of Illinois and OVPAA.

APPOINTMENT INFORMATION

This is a 100% Full Time Civil Service Business Administrative Associate position. The expected start date is 2/23/2026. Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position.

The budgeted salary range for the position is $80,000.00 - 105,000.00. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.

Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits .

APPLICATION PROCEDURE & DEADLINE INFORMATION

For full consideration, please click the APPLY NOW link on this page to submit an application on the university portal accepting applications for this system office position by 6 pm on 1/12/2026.

System Human Resource Services

(217) 333-2600

[email protected]

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 System Human Resource Services, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at 217-333-2600, or by emailing [email protected] .

Requisition ID: 9000904

Job Category: Civil Service

Campus Location: Urbana