Emergency Management Specialist - Simulations (Summer 2024)

Title: Emergency Management Specialist - Simulations
Employee Classification: Student Help Regular
Division Name: Student Affairs
Department: Emergency Management

The Emergency Management Program Specialist (“Specialist”) is a student employee position within the Emergency Management department that assists in developing and maturing the University’s emergency management program. This position is for summer only.

Broad responsibilities include:
• Assist in maturing emergency management’s presence on campus
• Assist Emergency Management staff with program development

Specific responsibilities include:
• Finalize interactive emergency preparedness-related simulations/games for delivery to the campus community (these have been developed; this role will prepare documentation, printed materials and guidance for effective delivery)
• Recommend purchases related to interactive simulations/games
• Participate in planning meetings

$15/hour

1. Academic and/or practical experience in developing interactive experiences
2. Self-driven, motivated, outcome oriented
3. Strong technology competency (Microsoft Office, Windows computers, audio/visual technologies)
4. Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to communicate with individuals from various technical, educational and cultural backgrounds
5. Ability to work independently when necessary

Monday - Friday, between hours of 8am and 4:30pm

May 28, 2024

Resume, Cover Letter & Reference List

Please Note: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply"

This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

In addition, all appointments are contingent upon proof of eligibility for employment at Illinois State University to perform the required duties described above on your scheduled start date. The Immigration and Control Act of 1986, Public Law 99-603, requires all new employees to file an I-9 in person and no later than three days from the beginning of employment. This may be accomplished within the department or through Human Resources. A list of the types of documentation you will be expected to provide is available at https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents. Failure to comply with this law will result in cancellation of your appointment.

Illinois State University, as your employer, is required by federal law to ensure proper tax withholding from wages and to ensure that the required reporting of employee wages, withholding, and employment taxes is accurate. For this reason, every employee must have a valid Social Security Number registered with the University at the time of employment and/or as soon after as possible, but no later than 45 days from the start date. Failure to comply with this law may result in cancellation of your appointment.

Illinois State University student employees are restricted to no more than 28 hours per week of on-campus employment for all positions held.

International students are restricted by their visa status to no more than 20 hours per week of on-campus employment when the university is in session but may work more when the university is not in session. International students should contact the Office of International Studies and Programs for guidance if they have questions concerning employment restrictions.

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438-3383 . The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.

If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311 .