Assistant Director of the Office of Community Collaboration

Hiring Department : Vice Chancellor for Innovation, Community CollaborationLocation : Chicago, IL USARequisition ID : 1028999FTE : 1Work Schedule : M-FShift : Days# of Positions : 1Workplace Type : HybridPosting Close Date : 1 / 24 / 2025Salary Range (commensurate with experience) : $80,000.00 – 90,000.00 / Annual SalaryAbout The University Of Illinois ChicagoUIC 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 nearly 260,000 alumni and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.BenefitsBenefits 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.Position OverviewUIC is seeking an Assistant Director to join our Office of Community Collaboration (OCC) team. This role will work closely with OCC team members to foster relationships between OCC, UIC faculty / staff and community organizations emphasizing equitable partnerships and programs that serve to address systemic inequities and past institutional harms. This position will support the development, implementation, and evaluation of OCC and the neighborhood center initiative to advance authentic partnerships, social justice, and shared prosperity.Duties & Responsibilities : Program Development / Management and Evaluation : Assess and monitor the effectiveness of current NCI 5 programs and services, identify programmatic gaps and service provision opportunities, work with community coordinators to develop and grow coordinated pathways amongst internal and external partners.Collaborate with the Senior Director and Project Manager to effectively manage the implementation of strategic actions derived from community feedback sessions.Operational and Administrative Oversight : Support day-to-day operations of the neighborhood centers by ensuring adherence of compliance measures and completion of proper facility use documentation.Management / Leadership and Supervision : Supervise OCC staff in executing neighborhood center initiative strategic goals and report to Sr. Director. Collaborate with Sr. Director to hire new staff, graduate assistants and consultants.Support Sr. Director with upholding the values, practices, and principles of the OCC.Communications and Marketing : Collaborate with the Senior Director and other team members to ensure effective, consistent storytelling and messaging is communicated internally and externally regarding OCC’s identity, mission, and the NCI.Faculty Engagement and Collaboration : Support Faculty Fellow to promote OCC and facilitate collaborative opportunities for community-based research projects in the NCI neighborhoods.Advocacy and Policy : Collaborate with Sr. Director to develop strategic approaches to build and activate an advocacy agenda with community stakeholders and internal partners to address systemic barriers that impact prospective Black students and community organizations.Fundraising and Project Management : Support Sr. Director with identifying funding opportunities, work on funding proposals and provide oversight of any funded projects.Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.Minimum Qualifications Required : Bachelor’s degree.A total of three (3) years demonstrated experience building community partnerships and best practices involving removing systemic barriers to higher education.(Note : Master’s Degree in an area consistent with the duties of the position may be substituted for one (1) year of work experience.)Preferred Qualifications : Strong project management skills with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines.Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.Demonstrated commitment to social justice and equity.Experience working in higher education or with diverse populations in urban settings.Familiarity with community-based participatory research methods.Ability to build trust and foster inclusive relationships with diverse stakeholders.Ability to communicate effectively as well as provide coaching and guidance to OCC team members.Strategic thinker with a collaborative, growth mindset.Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools.Knowledge of systemic inequities and approaches to redress institutional harms.Understanding of public relations and communications strategies and the ability to develop messaging aimed at enhancing the University’s image and reputation in the community.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.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.Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date.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. 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Salary : $80,000 - $90,000