Faculty and Staff Job Openings

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Jane Addams College of Social Work is accepting applications for adjunct faculty positions. Please use the link below to apply.

Teaching Assistant Appointments

The Jane Addams College of Social Work offers graduate courses under the SOCW rubric. The teaching assistant position shall consist of two semesters for a total of nine months from August 16 through May 15 (with no allowable vacation). The teaching assignment may include a practice course sequence (e.g. Practice I and Practice II) or two unrelated courses.

All courses are enrollment driven. For elective courses, if there are fewer than ten students registered for the course, the course may be cancelled in accordance with Jane Addams College of Social Work policy. This policy does not apply to required courses in the MSW program, however. In the case that an elective course is canceled the TA will be assigned another course to satisfy the 9-month appointment.

To apply for a TA position, applicants must upload the following documents in one file labeled with the applicant’s name (Last Name_First Name TA Materials). PDF format is preferred.

1. Resume or CV
2. Two references regarding teaching and professional experience
3. Academic Writing Sample (e.g. a previous paper written for a course)
4. Brief paragraph addressing the following appointment preferences and availability:
   1. Day and time range available each week to attend scheduled class sessions (all classes are in person, held on the east side of UIC’s campus)
   2. TA must be available for 3 hours, in addition to their course teaching time in order to hold office hours over the course of the academic week.

TAs in JACSW courses are the instructor of record but are not responsible for syllabi development. The typical TA duties for JACSW courses involve instructing assigned courses, maintaining office hours, grading assignments, monitoring the course Blackboard site, and other related duties as assigned. Teaching Assistants must meet with their course consultant before the start of the semester to discuss specific TA expectations for their courses.

Teaching Assistants are appointed based on academic qualifications, completion of doctoral program coursework, and approval by doctoral program director. Teaching Assistants are reappointed based upon successful course evaluations.

Guidelines for Appointment of Graduate Assistant

Graduate Assistant Appointments

The Jane Addams College of Social Work (JACSW) offers graduate assistantships in the areas of IT Service Management, Field Instruction, Business Office, and Marketing and Communications. The Graduate Assistant positions support the Jane Addams College of Social Work faculty and staff and its satellite offices.  This assistant will interact with faculty/staff at all levels to resolve problems and implement solutions.   The person will receive calls for assistance and manage help tickets through the IT Service Management System if they are supporting the IT Service Management Team and/or the Business Office. Or they will work closely with their manager on projects in the Field Instruction and/or Marketing and Communications area to complete assigned tasks.    The appointment for this assistantship will run for 9 months, both in the Fall and Spring semesters.  The assistant is expected to be available to work throughout the academic year.  They must meet the requirements for enrollment and participation in the academic program in which they seek their degree for the entire academic year.  They will also adhere to the campus guidelines related to the percentage appointment that they can have during the Fall and Spring Semesters.

To apply for a GA position, applicants must submit the following (PDF format is preferred):

1. Resume
2. Two references

These materials should be sent to the hiring Manager, who will guide the applicant through the interview process.

GAs in JACSW will occupy their assigned office space, available for drop-in requests for assistance.  Also, the GAs within the IT Service Management team will need to be available ½ hour before class start, based on the overall class schedule set by the college.

• Adjunct Faculty Application

Office Manager – JACSW Academic Affairs and Student Services, College of Social Work

Hiring Department: JACSW Academic Affairs/Instruction

Location:  Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1027768

Salary: $52,000 – $56,000

Posting Close Date: October 18, 2024

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

This is a full-time and benefits eligible position. UIC offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience.  In addition all full time benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which include; Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave which includes; Vacation, Holiday and Sick.  In addition we offer tuition waivers for employees and dependents.  Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.

Description:

Perform office support duties that provide specialized support to the Associate Dean that are closely identified with the Associate Dean’s viewpoint and responsibilities. An in-depth knowledge of the organization, programs, policies, and procedures of the unit as related to the work of the Associate Dean, along with the ability to operate computer systems utilizing various office software packages, is essential to the performance of duties. Employee will maintain confidentiality regarding all student and faculty matters handled in the office and function with independence and some authority.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Informs the Associate Dean of impending engagements and prepares necessary materials, triages which in-person responses must be handled by the Associate Dean versus which can be handled independently and determines an appropriate course of action when needed.
• Serves as liaison between the Associate Dean and staff of external units and accompanies the Associate Dean and/or attends meetings participating as requested on behalf of the office. Interacts with and responds to inquiries from students, faculty and other staff. Assists with organizing and coordinating student events such as orientations, graduation, welcome events, and student government sponsored events. Manages processes related to offering classes including responding to college and university requirements, interacting with book representatives, and the college assigned librarian.
• Coordinates logistical arrangements relating to conferences, meetings, and travel for the Associate Dean. Reviews the Associate Dean’s incoming mail, selects items and responds independently within the scope of responsibility, and provides drafts of responses and/or relevant documentation for remaining items.
• Composes correspondence, memos, and reports that represent the Associate Dean’s position. Transcribes and/or records confidential or sensitive information keyboard documents containing confidential or sensitive information (e.g. licensure entitlement data, enters and maintains data in course registration system). Monitors, maintains, and updates content for https://socialwork.uic.edu as related to the Office of Academic Affairs and Student Services. Engages in timely responses, communication, and the dissemination of information on behalf of the Office of Academic Affairs and Student Services to students, staff, faculty, and alumni. Assists with projects and initiatives that advance the college’s academic and administrative effectiveness, engages the right resources, and holds parties accountable for deadlines.
• Reviews and edits documents prepared by the Associate Dean for content and appropriate spelling, punctuation, syntax, and format and modifies copy as necessary. Independently reviews, edits, redacts, and collates documents as identified appropriate by the Associate Dean. Provides swift, day-to-day, and accurate administrative support for the Associate Dean’s Office including, tracking projects, completing reimbursement forms and tracking expenses, proofreading, and performing general clerical duties including photocopying, sorting mail, keeping mail logs, and maintaining files.
• Maintains an awareness of the budget for which the Associate Dean is responsible and participates in day-to-day fiscal decisions.
• Researches and reports information which requires the evaluation of sources or the application of regulations and procedures to specific cases establishes. Maintains the office’s confidential records and files.
• Anticipates and responds to the detailed office support needs of the Associate Dean including through the independent performance of lower-level duties and when needed by helping to training clerical and temporary staff. Oversees department daily operation logistics including ensuring inventory of office supplies, keys are properly distributed and returned, and all necessary forms are available for students and faculty to access. Provides supervision, as directed, for students by directing, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring their daily work activities.
• Works in collaboration with the College Records Officer to ensure student needs related to registration, license documentation requests, and other pertinent concerns are addressed in a timely and accurate fashion. Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications Required:

1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Two (2) years (24 months) of work experience comparable to the third level of this series.

To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held.  Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application.

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.

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