Student Employment & Events Coordinator

Illinois State University; Normal, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 331,000 - 617,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) plan

Job summary

Illinois State University is seeking a Student Personnel Manager for the Department of Event Management, Dining and Hospitality. The role supports the EMDH employment team, conducts orientations, tracks student discipline, and maintains files, while answering inquiries by phone or email.

The position offers a 403(b) plan and requires a flexible schedule of 15–28 hours per week, with starting dates in Fall 2026 or Spring 2027. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Ability to work no less than 4 full semesters upon hire.
• Ability to work during summer break.
• Willingness to enforce EMDH mission, policies and procedures.
• Interest in serving a diverse staff and clients.
• Service-minded, approachable, friendly attitude and inclusivity.
• Willingness to learn, take feedback and work in a team.
• Professional integrity, dependability and adaptability.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to take initiative, work independently and adapt.

Responsibilities

• Conduct orientations and maintain student employee files.
• Track student discipline and facilitate schedule changes.
• Answer questions via telephone or email; handle various office tasks.
• Attend hiring events; complete reference checks and I-9s as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Team player

Initiative

Independent work

Planning & organization

Record keeping

Professional integrity

Dependability

Adaptability

Education

Business or related major preferred

Excel proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Illinois State University is seeking a Student Personnel Manager for the Department of Event Management, Dining and Hospitality. The role supports the EMDH employment team, conducts orientations, tracks student discipline, and maintains files, while answering inquiries by phone or email.

The position offers a 403(b) plan and requires a flexible schedule of 15–28 hours per week, with starting dates in Fall 2026 or Spring 2027. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.