Office Manager
Company: Northeastern Illinois University
Location: Chicago
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Northeastern offers a rewarding working environment for our
students and employees. Our faculty and staff are smart, dedicated
people who work to create an excellent urban university experience
for bright and motivated students. Job Summary: Under direction of
the Nontraditional Degree Programs (NDP) Director, this position is
responsible for helping to oversee the department budget,
department communications, administrative work, communication with
and support of students, and support for the Director and NDP
advisors. May be responsible for overseeing student workers. Job
Description: Performs on-going general administrative duties.
Arranges professional activities of the Director and other staff
members. Supports admissions processing and retention and
recruitment efforts. Assists with greeting visitors, answering
phones, and responding to student requests. Assumes budgetary
responsibility for Nontraditional Degree Programs. Acts as
department fiscal manager, monitors all aspects of program budget
to ensure cost effective and timely completion of financial
transactions. Interprets university policies concerning fiscal
matters and establishes procedures relative to these policies.
Assumes responsibility for supporting the Director and Advisors
with communication. Compiles data about students and alumni for
reports. Provides students with authoritative information and
interpretation of program requirements. Assumes administrative
responsibility for department course offerings. Prepares and
maintains schedule semester plan in coordination with Academic
Affairs. Coordinates scheduling for advisors. Prepares and
processes instructor-related documents. Assumes administrative
responsibilities for portfolio. Schedules meetings with and walks
students through the portfolio process. Prepares credit awards for
submission to the Director, Academic Affairs, and the Registrar.
Performs other related duties as assigned. Minimal Qualifications:
1. High school graduation or equivalent. 2. Two (2) years (24
months) of clerical/office support work experience. Hours: Monday
through Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm ( Hours may vary depending on
departmental needs ). Setting: In-office , not eligible for remote
work. This position requires a background check. ? Salary Range
$26.65/hour ? Benefits University employees may be eligible for a
variety of State of Illinois benefits. These benefits are
administered through the Illinois Department of Central Management
Service (CMS). Please visit our Employee Benefits page to learn
more about our comprehensive benefits package including health,
dental, and vision benefits, sick and vacation days, and
participation in the State Universities Retirement System.
Northeastern Illinois University is an Equal
Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and invites applications
from Women, Minorities, Veterans and Persons with Disabilities, as
well as other qualified individuals. Northeastern Illinois
University's positions are contingent upon the University's receipt
of its State of Illinois appropriation.
Keywords: Northeastern Illinois University, Rockford , Office Manager, Administration, Clerical , Chicago, Illinois
