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Business Administrative Associate: UIC VP of Health Affairs


The University of Illinois, Office of the Vice President for Health Affairs, located on the Chicago campus, seeks a Business Administrative Associate to provide high-level administrative support to the OVPHA using initiative, independent judgment and discretion concerning priorities with a high degree of specialization.  This position is responsible for managing, coordinating, and processing key operational functions and supporting OVPHA professionals.


Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in business administration, management or a field related to the position; Two years of managerial and/or business experience.

Strongly Desired Qualifications: Ability to exercise courtesy, tact, and diplomacy when receiving calls and answering questions from persons both inside and outside the University; thorough knowledge of general office operations and procedures to effectively contribute toward the success of operations and services administered by the department and ensure the accuracy of information provided to offices/persons seeking assistance from this office; advanced computer skills to proficiently perform assigned duties and responsibilities using Microsoft programs/applications including:  Outlook, Word, Excel, and Internet Explorer or other web browsers; excellent verbal and written communications skills to interact effectively with University and departmental officials/staff and other persons seeking assistance from OVPHA; ability to multi-task and prioritize work accordingly to meet stringent deadlines and respond to urgent matters while staying on task with other assigned duties.

Please complete an online UIC Civil Service application at http://jobs.uic.edu AND submit a cover letter and resume to the email address: emp_rec2@uillinois.edu . Include the Job Code CB4058 and the position title in the cover letter and subject line of the email. The application should include all work experience, detailed job duties, start and end dates and whether the position was part time or full time. Please note that an Exam Request is not needed at this time.

In addition, transcripts showing Bachelor’s degree (required) and Master’s degree (if applicable) must be uploaded to the Civil Service application, mailed to the address below, or dropped off at the address below:

UIC Recruitment and Staffing
715 S. Wood Street M/C 862
Chicago IL 60612
ATTN: MP – CB4058

For fullest consideration, the above mentioned requirements must be completed no later than September 14, 2012. All information submitted will be thoroughly evaluated and verified.

The University of Illinois is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer dedicated to building a community of excellence, equity and diversity. University Administration welcomes applications from women, underrepresented minorities, persons with disabilities, sexual minority groups and other candidates who will lead and contribute to the diversification and enrichment of ideas and perspectives.