Program Assistant, ACRC – MechSE (Hybrid)

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Urbana (IL); Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Job summary

The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign invites applications for a Program Assistant at the Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Center (ACRC) in MechSE. The role coordinates programs, events, and administrative operations for center research, including budgeting, procurement, travel, and stakeholder communications.

This Civil Service position, with a 12-month service basis, offers hybrid work options and a salary range reflecting campus policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, communication, organizational leadership, marketing or related field.
• Demonstrated experience in event planning, grants support, procurement, and/or marketing.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate center programs and engagement activities and approvals.
• Manage board meetings, travel, hospitality, and related logistics.
• Oversee financial operations including budgeting, reporting, and invoicing.
• Coordinate communications, website content, and outreach materials.
• Supervise staff and temporary employees as needed.

Skills

Event planning

Grants support

Procurement

Marketing

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, finance, communication, organizational leadership, marketing or related field

Job description

The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign invites applications for a Program Assistant at the Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Center (ACRC) in MechSE. The role coordinates programs, events, and administrative operations for center research, including budgeting, procurement, travel, and stakeholder communications.

This Civil Service position, with a 12-month service basis, offers hybrid work options and a salary range reflecting campus policies.