Student Staff Positions
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Desk Worker (East, South, and West Campus locations)
Summary of Desk Worker (DW) Position
The Desk Worker (DW) is an essential member of the UIC Campus Housing staff whose primary responsibilities include serving as a role model, peer leader, and administrative support to the daily operations of the residence halls. The Desk Worker provides the first point-of-contact for residents, guests, family members, Campus Housing professional staff, and other university staff and officials who arrive to the residence halls. The administrative functions of the front desk include, but are not limited to building security reporting, occupancy and key management, mail and package management, and other administrative items. DWs must be friendly, mature, responsible, and articulate. DWs must be comfortable interacting with university officials, faculty, staff, parents, and guests. DWs report directly to a Housing Officer, and indirectly to a Resident Director, Area Coordinator, Assistant Director, and Director of Residence Life. DWs work collaboratively with all Campus Housing staff.
General Responsibilities and Duties
1. Meet and interact with students, families, staff, and faculty
2. Perform security checks of student IDs at building entrances.
3. Manage the registering of resident guests (moved to its own number point)
4. Answer phone calls and direct calls to staff members appropriately
5. Assist students with general questions, concerns and work orders
6. Manage rentals of carts, vacuums, and other equipment available to Campus Housing residents
7. Help with managing student mail/packages
8. Provide excellent customer service to students and guests
Minimum Qualifications
Be a UIC student for the academic year
Be in good academic, conduct and employment standing with the University
Federal Work Study applicants will receive first consideration for the position
This position requires Desk Workers to be alert when addressing residents and guests and securing areas within their scope, so the use of laptops and other personal electronics is prohibited
Renewal of the position is contingent upon the Rehire Process and needs of Campus Housing.
Terms of Employment
The employment period of the Desk Worker position is for the full academic year, including fall training that begins in August prior to the Fall Semester through the closing after Spring Semester. Desk hours of operation: Daily, 8:00am – 12:00am
- The tentative dates of employment are from August 2, 2024, until May 12, 2025.
- DW appointments are for one academic year and can be renewed through the rehire process and if the DW is in good academic, conduct and employment standing
- Desk workers are expected to provide desk coverage during break periods based on the needs of their respective desks. Exceptions must be approved by the Desk Worker supervisor.
Mandatory/Important Dates – Dates are subject to change.
DWs are encouraged not to participate in outside activities around the dates of mandatory training periods and hall openings/closings. DWs can expect increased hours during these times.
- DW move-in day: August 1, 2024
- Fall Training: August 2 – August 4, 2024
- Fall Hall Opening: August 16 – August 25, 2024
- Fall Hall Closing: December 13 – December 16, 2024
- Spring Training/Return: January 8 – January 12, 2025
- Spring Hall Closing: May 3 – May 13, 202
Compensation
DWs are paid on an hourly basis based on the student wage plan listed on the UIC student employment website. The anticipated rate of payment is $15/hour. To review the wage, please go to https://studentemployment.uic.edu/departments-info/student-wage-plan/
Renewal of Position – The Period of Agreement is for one academic year
DWs interested in serving as DWs during the following academic year must go through the rehire process, which includes submitting an intention form, and an interview which will be conducted by the Selection Task Force or their designees. Additionally, those who would like to transfer to a different location on campus, will need to have an interview with the Housing Officer from that area. Rehire is not guarantee.
Termination and Disciplinary Procedures
Failure to meet the terms of the DW Position Description, the DW Work Agreement, DW manual and or other written expectations provided to the DW may result in levels of discipline via the Student Staff Accountability process including but not limited to warning, probation, and termination. Should you or the department terminate your contract during the academic year, you will not be able to work another job in Campus Housing.
Additional Information
The commitment of the University of Illinois to the most fundamental principles of academic freedom, equality of opportunity, and human dignity requires that decisions involving students and employees be based on individual merit and be free from invidious discrimination in all its forms.
The University of Illinois will not engage in discrimination or harassment against any person because of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation including gender identity, unfavorable discharge from the military or status as a protected veteran and will comply with all federal and state nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, orders and regulations. This nondiscrimination policy applies to admissions, employment, access to and treatment in the University programs and activities.
Returning staff must be in good academic, conduct and employment standing (i.e. no significant job action) in order to reapply.
How to Apply:
- Review the Desk Worker position description (see above).
- Submit your application online in UIC Handshake for East, South, and West Campus.
If you have further questions about this student employment opportunity with Campus Housing, please contact joinreslife@uic.edu.
Resident Assistant (RA)
Summary of the RA Position
The Resident Assistant (RA) is an essential member of the UIC Campus Housing staff whose primary roles is to facilitate the social, academic, and personal transition of residential students to the UIC Community. One of the main purposes of residence hall staff is the establishment, maintenance, and support of a positive, healthy, living-learning environment in the halls consistent with the educational mission of the university and the goals of Campus Housing. RAs will also work collaboratively alongside other student staff to partner with programmatic efforts with the Learning Outcomes and Curriculum. RAs serve as role models on their floors and in their halls and must be friendly, mature, and responsible. RAs must be comfortable interacting with university officials, faculty, staff, parents, and guests. RAs report directly to a Resident Director and Housing Officer, and indirectly to an Area Coordinator, Assistant Director, Director of Residence Life, and Senior Director of Campus Housing.
General Responsibilities and Duties
1. Develop relationships through intentional interactions with residents per the needs of the community to build community and identify trends within the residence hall/floor. Create and maintain a welcoming and supportive environment for residents by addressing learning outcomes identified through the Residential Curriculum.
2. Communicate regularly with supervisor, staff team, and central office staff. Complete administrative tasks within a timely manner.
3. Attend weekly staff and supervisor meetings, staff trainings, and other Campus Housing related meetings and events, including but not limited to, spring RA Training, Summer Online work, Fall Training, Spring Training.
4. Plan and implement programs that meet the needs of the community, as well as support department initiatives and large-scale programs.
5. Coordinate and assess Living Learning Communities (LLCs), ensuring collaboration with the S/PM and academic partners.
6. Respond to both emergency and non-emergency situations by serving in an on-call rotation to ensure safety, security, and policy enforcement within the residence hall. Submit reports to supervisor with details of incidents. Work a portion of break periods. On call is from 5:00 PM-8:00 AM on weekdays and 10:00AM-10:00AM on weekends (times may be adjusted during holidays/breaks).
7. Collaborate with Campus Housing in support of hall openings/closings and Open Houses. Ensure proper key distribution/collection and submit maintenance requests as needed.
8. Provide departmental and community support related to COVID-19 response within residential communities.
9. Serve on an RA collateral work committee for the department/residence hall/staff
10. Work at a Campus Housing Desk providing customer service to all constituents through desk work, access control, and mail distribution duties.
11. Perform other duties as assigned and as conditions change.
Minimum Qualifications
- Be a full-time enrolled degree seeking UIC student, for the 2024-2025 academic year
- Have a minimum semester and cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above
- Be in good academic and conduct standing with the University.
- One year of living on campus, or similar experience
- Successful completion of a Criminal Background Check
Study Abroad, Student Teaching, Internship, or other academic related time commitments that would remove you from the campus for extended periods of time are not permitted. This position requires frequent overnight response to student emergencies which includes interrupted sleep and ability to wake up from a phone call while sleeping.
Terms of Agreement – all dates are subject to change
The period of the RA employment is for the full academic year, including Fall training that begins in August prior to the Fall Semester, through the closing after Spring Semester finals period.
- The dates of employment for the 2024-2025 academic year are: Monday, August 5, 2024, through Monday, May 12, 2025
- RAs will be asked to perform limited RA duties during Summer 2024 in preparation for their start date in August.
- UIC residence halls are open on school holidays and breaks. RAs must be available during these times. RAs will work with their supervisor(s) to determine the holiday/breaks schedule within their team. RAs must not make significant travel or time-away arrangements without approval from their supervisor; this includes university dates around holiday closures and break periods.
Mandatory/Important Dates – all dates are subject to change
RAs are not permitted to participate in other activities throughout trainings, hall open and hall closing dates. RAs must be fully available for the entirety of the following:
- Fall training – August 5, 2024 – August 19, 2024
- Fall Hall opening – August 20, 2024 – August 25, 2024
- Fall Hall closing – December 7, 2024 – December 11, 2024
- Spring Training – January 8, 2025 – January 12, 2025
- Spring Hall closing – May 3, 2025 – May 12, 2025
RAs must be available to attend the following additional functions. all dates are subject to change
- 2024-2025 Staff Welcome Meeting – March or April 2024
- RA Move-in – August 4, 2024
- Weekly staff meetings/in-service trainings: every Monday from 7:00PM – 9:00PM *RAs are not to take classes or work any desk shifts during this time*
- Assigned on-call shifts during Thanksgiving, Winter, and/or Spring Break
- Assigned desk shifts during Thanksgiving, Winter, and/or Spring Break
- Student Staff Selection – TBA in spring semester
Workload/Time Commitment
RAs must hold the RA position as their primary non-academic commitment during the employment period. Any additional non-academic commitments taken on during this time, must be approved by the direct supervisor. Because of the high impact nature of this position, it should be understood that work as a staff member in the residence halls is not easily translated into hours worked per day or week and the time spent as a role model is a 24/7 position. RAs must devote an average of 20 hours per a week of regularly scheduled responsibilities (e. g., staff meetings, on-call, time on floor, administrative tasks, etc.). This number may fluctuate each week depending on when the RAs are on-call and the time of the
year. RAs are expected to sleep in their own residence hall rooms and be available each night unless a night/time away has been approved by their supervisor.
Course load
Full time student status, as defined by your UIC academic advisor, is necessary. However, you may not carry more than 18 credit hours per semester. If you need to take more than 18 credit hours per semester, you need to obtain prior approval from your Resident Director. If you know that you will be dropping below full-time status you will need to have a conversation with your Resident Director for approval by supervisor and Associate Director for Residence Life. RAs must maintain good academic and conduct standing.
Time away
Campus housing wants to support balance and self-care of each of our RAs. Each RA will be allowed ten (10) nights away per semester, totaling 20 for the academic year. Unused nights away from the fall semester will need to have prior supervisor approval to carry over to the spring semester. Each night away must be submitted at least one week in advance to your direct supervisor for approval. Approval will be contingent upon building coverage needs and consideration will be given in order requests are received. A night away should be submitted if it is expected that the staff member will not return back to the building by 3:00 am.
RA Placement/Room Assignment
Placement of an RA to a specific building and floor is completed by Residence Life and Campus Housing based on the needs of the community. Residence Life retains the right to change housing assignments at any point during the year.
Outside Employment
Due to the high impact nature of this position, all stipend employee student staff who desire to have employment outside of the RA position are only eligible to work an additional 10 hours. This must be approved by the direct supervisor. New RAs may not work an outside job in their first semester in the position. This will allow them to understand how to balance their academics along with the RA role.
Legal Requirements
As required by the Federal Higher Education Act, also known as the Clery Act, the RA/PM is considered a Campus Security Authority (CSA) and is required to report all crimes of which they are aware. In this event, the staff member is also required to complete a reporting verification form.
The staff member is a mandated reporter under the Illinois Abused and Neglected Child Reporting Act and is required to report any reasonable cause for concern that a child may be abused or neglected to the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services. The RA/PM is required to sign a statement that acknowledges their mandated reporter status.
Consensual Relationship Policy
RAs should refrain from establishing intimate/dating relationships with residents who live in their community due to the power differential between the student staff member and the resident. Should an intimate relationship develop between an RA/PM and any resident in their community, it should be immediately reported to the Resident Director. See Campus Housing Consensual Relationship policy for further details.
Compensation
RAs are provided with opportunities for personal and professional development through training, in-services, and supervision. RAs are provided a room (located in a highly visible location on the floor within close proximity to residents to promote accessibility and community), stipend, and meal plan.
- Please note the following:
- RAs in apartments will most likely have a roommate. RAs are able to choose their roommate, however, if they do not, a roommate will be assigned to their room.
- If an RA terminates their position for any reason or is terminated from the position, the RA will be responsible for reimbursing a portion of their stipend, which will be prorated based on the amount of time served in the Resident Assistant position and relocated out of the community for which they were assigned while in the role.
Renewal of Position – The Period of Agreement is for one academic year
RAs interested in serving as RAs during the following academic year must go through the Rehire Staff Selection Process, submitting any application forms as prepared by the Selection Task Force. The process includes several components including the staff member’s fall semester performance evaluation, and any interviews or discussions. RAs must be in good conduct and employment standing (i.e. no significant job action) in order to reapply.
Termination and Disciplinary Procedures
Failure to meet the terms of the RA Position Description, the RA Work Agreement, RA manual and or other written expectations provided to the RA may result in levels of discipline via the Student Staff Accountability process including but not limited to warning, probation, and termination. Should you or the department terminate your contract during the academic year, please be advised that you will lose access to any monies remaining in your meal plan and be moved from your staff room assignment. You will also be held responsible for fulfilling your Housing contract. If you decide to break your housing contract, you will be responsible for the contract cancellation fee(s) associated with breaking your housing contract. Please note you will not be eligible to work another position within Campus Housing if you are terminated.
Additional Information
The commitment of the University of Illinois to the most fundamental principles of academic freedom, equality of opportunity, and human dignity requires that decisions involving students and employees be based on individual merit and be free from invidious discrimination in all its forms.
The University of Illinois will not engage in discrimination or harassment against any person because of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation including gender identity, unfavorable discharge from the military or status as a protected veteran and will comply with all federal and state nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, orders and regulations. This nondiscrimination policy applies to admissions, employment, access to and treatment in the University programs and activities.
All applicants must register for the position on Handshake at the job number below AND apply for the job on Campus groups
Campus Housing Resident Assistant (RA) 2024-2025 Job #8339636
Peer Mentor (PM)
Summary of PM Position
The Peer Mentor (PM) is an essential member of the UIC Campus Housing staff whose primary role is to assist first-year students as they transition, particularly academically, to the university and to Campus Housing. One of the main purposes of residence hall staff is the establishment, maintenance, and support of a positive, healthy, living environment in the halls consistent with the educational mission of the university and the learning areas of Campus Housing. PMs will work collaboratively alongside other staff within Campus Housing to provide programming, academic support and outreach to residents living within the residence halls. PMs must be friendly, mature, responsible, and articulate. PMs must be comfortable interacting with university officials, faculty, parents, and guests. PMs report directly to the Assistant Director of Residential Education and Graduate Assistant for Residential Education. PMs indirectly are managed by Senior Peer Mentors, Housing Officers, Area Coordinators, Assistant Directors, Director of Residence Life, and Senior Director of Campus Housing.
General Responsibilities and Duties
1. Work directly with Living Learning Communities (LLCs), Affinity spaces and partner programs and support residents in those spaces.
2. Develop relationships through intentional interactions with residents in the LLC. Create a welcoming and supportive environment for residents through engagement opportunities.
3. Communicate regularly with supervisor, staff team, Senior Peer Mentor and central office staff. Complete administrative tasks, including but not limited to weekly staff meetings, weekly office hours, weekly reports, supervisor meetings, paperwork, and staff trainings.
4. Plan and implement programs that meet the needs of the community, as well as support department initiatives and large-scale programs.
5. Utilize knowledge of student populations for relevant student learning experience
6. Follow up with residents who exhibit behaviors that place them at risk of not being retained to university or of not persisting to graduation.
7. Administrative work, including logging all interactions with first year students and LLC residents.
8. Attend department trainings, including but not limited to spring training, summer online training, fall training, spring training, in-services and staff meetings.
9. Work at a Campus Housing Desk providing customer service to all constituents through desk work, security post, and mail distribution duties.
10. Engage with faculty and practitioners monthly for LLCs and floors.
11. Collaborate with Campus Housing in support of hall openings/closings and Campus-Wide events.
12. Provide weekly study group/academic integrative experiences for residents through weekly office hours.
13. Support residence life team members with matters regarding academic connections.
14. Collaborate with the office for Advising Development to assist with academic flags and referrals from advisors and faculty using the iAdvise system.
15. Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Be a full-time enrolled degree seeking UIC student, for the 2024-2025 academic year
- Have a minimum semester and cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above
- Be in good academic and conduct standing with the University.
- Pursuing a degree or distinct interests complimentary to the Living Learning Communities (LLCs)
- Successful completion of a Criminal Background Check
- Study Abroad, Student Teaching, Internship, or other academic related time commitments that would remove you from the campus for extended periods of time are not permitted.
Terms of Agreement – all dates are subject to change
The period of the PM employment is for the full academic year, including Fall training that begins in August prior to the Fall Semester, through the closing after Spring Semester finals period.
- The dates of employment for the 2024-2025 academic year are: Monday, August 5, 2024, through Monday, May 12, 2025
- PMs will be asked to perform limited PM duties during Summer 2024 in preparation for their start date in August
- UIC residence halls are open on school holidays and breaks. PMs must be available during these times. PMs will work with their supervisor(s) to determine the holiday/breaks schedule within their team. PMs must not make significant travel or time-away arrangements without approval from their supervisor; this includes university dates around holiday closures and break periods.
Mandatory/Important Dates – all dates are subject to change
PMs are not permitted to participate in other activities throughout trainings, hall open and hall closing dates. PMs must be fully available for the entirety of the following:
- Fall training – August 5, 2024 – August 19, 2024
- Fall Hall opening – August 20, 2024 – August 25, 2024
- Fall Hall closing – December 7, 2024 – December 11, 2024
- Spring Training – January 8, 2025 – January 12, 2025
- Spring Hall closing – May 3, 2025 – May 12, 2025
PMs must be available to attend the following additional functions. all dates are subject to change
- 2024-2025 Staff Welcome Meeting – March or April 2024
- PM Move-in – August 4, 2024
- Weekly staff meetings/in-service trainings: every Monday from 7:00PM – 9:00PM *PMs are not to take classes or work any desk shifts during this time*
- Assigned desk shifts during Thanksgiving, Winter, and/or Spring Break
- Student Staff Selection – TBA in spring semester
- Campus Housing Open House – TBA Fall 2024
- Campus Housing IGNITE – TBA Spring 2025
Workload/Time Commitment
PMs must hold the PM position as their primary non-academic commitment during the employment period. Any additional non-academic commitments taken on during this time, must be approved by the direct supervisor. Because of the high impact nature of this position, it should be understood that work as a staff member in the residence halls is not easily translated into hours worked per day or week and the time spent as a role model is a 24/7 position. PMs must devote an average of 20 hours per a week of regularly scheduled responsibilities (e. g., staff meetings, office hours, time on floor, administrative tasks, etc.). This number may fluctuate each week depending on the time of the year. PMs are expected to sleep in their own residence hall rooms and be available each night unless a night/time away has been approved by their supervisor.
Course load
Full time student status, as defined by your UIC academic advisor, is necessary. However, you may not carry more than 18 credit hours per semester. If you need to take more than 18 credit hours per semester, you need to obtain prior approval from your supervisor. If you know that you will be dropping below full-time status you will need to have a conversation with your supervisor for approval by supervisor and Director of Residence Life. PMs must maintain good academic and conduct standing.
Time away
PMs should have a large presence within the residence hall. Each night away must be submitted at least one week in advance to your direct supervisor for approval. Approval will be contingent upon building coverage needs and consideration will be given in order requests are received. A night away should be submitted if it is expected that the staff member will not return back to the building by 3:00 am.
PM Placement/Room Assignment
Placement of a PM to a specific building and floor is completed by Residence Life and Campus Housing based on the needs of the community. Residence Life retains the right to change housing assignments at any point during the year.
Outside Employment
Due to the high impact nature of this position, all employment outside of the PM position must be approved by the direct supervisor. New PMs may not work an outside job in their first semester in the position. This will allow them to understand how to balance their academics along with the PM role.
Legal Requirements
As required by the Federal Higher Education Act, also known as the Clery Act, the RA/PM is considered a Campus Security Authority (CSA) and is required to report all crimes of which they are aware. In this event, the staff member is also required to complete a reporting verification form.
The staff member is a mandated reporter under the Illinois Abused and Neglected Child Reporting Act and is required to report any reasonable cause for concern that a child may be abused or neglected to the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services. The RA/PM is required to sign a statement that acknowledges their mandated reporter status.
Consensual Relationship Policy
PMs should refrain from establishing intimate/dating relationships with residents who live in their community due to the power differential between the student staff member and the resident. Should
an intimate relationship develop between an RA/PM and any resident in their community, it should be immediately reported to the Resident Director. See Campus Housing Consensual Relationship policy for further details.
Compensation
PMs are provided with opportunities for personal and professional development through training, in-services and supervision. PMs are provided a room (located in a highly visible location on the floor within close proximity to residents to promote accessibility and community), stipend, and meal plan.
Please note the following:
- If a PM terminates their position for any reason or is terminated from the position, the PM will be responsible for reimbursing a portion of their stipend, which will be prorated based on the amount of time served in the Peer Mentor position and relocated out of the community they were assigned while in the role.
Renewal of Position- The Period of Agreement is for one academic year
PMs interested in serving as PMs during the following academic year must go through the Rehire Staff Selection Process, submitting any application forms as prepared by the Selection Task Force. The process includes several components including the staff member’s fall semester performance evaluation, and any interviews or discussions. PMs must be in good conduct and employment standing (i.e. no significant job action) in order to reapply.
Termination and Disciplinary Procedures
Failure to meet the terms of the PM Position Description, the PM Work Agreement, RA/PM manual and or other written expectations provided to the PM may result in levels of discipline via the Student Staff Accountability process including but not limited to warning, probation, and termination. Should you or the department terminate your contract during the academic year, please be advised that you will lose access to any monies remaining in your meal plan and be moved from your staff room assignment. You will also be held responsible for fulfilling your Housing contract. If you decide to break your housing contract, you will be responsible for the contract cancellation fee(s) associated with breaking your housing contract. Please note you will not be eligible to work another position within Campus Housing if you are terminated.
Additional Information
The commitment of the University of Illinois to the most fundamental principles of academic freedom, equality of opportunity, and human dignity requires that decisions involving students and employees be based on individual merit and be free from invidious discrimination in all its forms.
The University of Illinois will not engage in discrimination or harassment against any person because of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation including gender identity, unfavorable discharge from the military or status as a protected veteran and will comply with all federal and state nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, orders and regulations. This nondiscrimination policy applies to admissions, employment, access to and treatment in the University programs and activities.
All applicants must register for the position on Handshake at the job number below AND apply for the job on Campus groups
Campus Housing Peer Mentor (PM) 2024-2025 Job #8339656
Campus Housing Representative (CHR)
Job Description
The Campus Housing Representative (CHR) /General Office Aide is an essential member of the UIC Campus Housing student staff that serves as a positive role model and advocate for UIC Campus Housing by giving tours of the residence halls, answering questions about Campus Housing, and helping current and future residents navigate university and department policy and procedures.
This position is a combination of in-person contacts and office support. CHRs should provide an inclusive, positive, and seamless customer service experience to all prospective and current residents and their families. Federal Work Study preferred. Must live on campus.
General Responsibilities and Duties of the CHR position
- Coordinate and lead daily campus housing tours, recruitment events, orientation sessions, and special events tours
- Collaborate with planning, preparation, and organizing the execution of outreach events such as Preview Day, UIC Ignite, Open Houses, etc.
- Establish relationships with prospective residents and their parents or guardians
- Contact prospective residents through email or phone throughout the enrollment process
- Provide students with information about the residence halls, dining centers, and Living Learning Communities
- Work the front desk in the Central Housing office to assist students, guests, and parents by providing a high level of customer service
- General administrative duties include typing, copying, and running errands; responding to telephone or e-mail inquiries; assisting the Central Housing professional staff; data entry; and upkeep of student housing records
- Ability to be available for tours during the week/weekends and to complete tasks in a timely manner
- Assist with various projects and other duties as needed
Minimum Qualifications
- Be a full-time, degree-seeking UIC student, enrolled in courses each semester
- Have a minimum semester and cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above
- Be in good academic and conduct standing with the University and Campus Housing
Physical Requirements
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs., have the physical capability to move furniture, and exercise a wide range of locomotor skills.
Compensation
The Campus Housing Representative is an hourly wage position.
How to Apply:
- Review the CHR position description (see above).
- Submit your application online in UIC Handshake.
If you have further questions about this student employment opportunity with Campus Housing, please contact housing@uic.edu.
Building Service Aide (BSA)
Summary of BSA Position
The Building Service Aide (BSA) is an essential member of UIC Campus Housing and the Office of Meetings and Conferences staff in the summer. The BSA assists with providing a healthy living environment for all summer guests and residents living within the residence halls. BSAs are committed to serving each guest with a caring and courteous attitude and maintaining clean and pleasant facilities. BSAs report to the Facilities and have an indirect report to Conferences.
General Responsibilities and Duties
- Dust, mop, clean and vacuum floors & carpets throughout the buildings in use
- Clean and dust furniture, exhibit cases, fixtures, windows, doors, trim and related furnishings
- Dispose of waste and replace waste can liners
- Assist in room setups which can include moving furniture
- Transport equipment and supplies to work areas
- Assist with inventory of departmental furniture, linen, supplies, etc.
- Perform other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
- Be a full time, degree seeking UIC student, enrolled in courses for the summer semester
- Available for a minimum of 25 hours of work during the summer; Monday-Friday anytime during the hours of 6am and 6pm and Saturday/Sunday anytime during the hours of 7am and 3pm
- Be in good academic and conduct standing with the University
Physical Requirements
This position requires frequent movement, continuous standing (5hrs +), moving furniture, and ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Study Abroad, Student Teaching, Internship, or other academic related time commitments that would remove you from the campus for extended periods of time are not permitted without approval from the Assistant Director of Facilities.
Terms of Agreement
The period of the BSA employment is for the 2024 Summer, including training that begins in April prior to the Summer, through the Summer to Fall transition in August.
- The tentative dates of employment for the 2024 Summer: Monday, April 8th, 2024, through Friday, August 30th, 2024.
- UIC residence halls are open on school holidays and breaks. BSAs must be available during these times. BSAs will work with their supervisor(s) to determine the holiday/breaks schedule within their team. BSAs must not make significant travel or time-away arrangements without approval from their supervisor; this includes university dates around holiday closures and break periods.
Mandatory/Important Dates – Dates are subject to change.
BSAs are not permitted to participate in other activities throughout trainings, hall open and hall closing dates. BSAs must be fully available for the entirety of the following:
- Summer training: Monday, April 15th – Monday, April 26th, 2024
- Summer opening: May dates TBD
- Summer to Fall transition: Friday, August 9th – Tuesday, August 20th, 2024
BSAs must be available to attend the following additional functions. Dates available in the summer 2024
- Various Orientations Dates – TBD
- Interim move in/around- TBD
- Staff meetings: Staff Meetings will be held as needed and a 24-hour notice will be provided
Workload/Time Commitment
BSAs must hold the BSA position as their primary non-academic commitment during the employment period. Any additional non-academic commitments taken on during this time must be approved by the Assistant Director of Facilities. In the summer, BSAs will work a minimum of 25 hours per week of regularly scheduled responsibilities.
Course Load
BSAs can take classes in the summer. It is recommended to take no more than 6 credit hours throughout the summer. If BSAs need to take more than 6 credit hours, they need to obtain prior approval from the Assistant Director of Facilities. BSAs must maintain good academic and conduct standing.
Outside Employment
All employment outside of the BSA position must be approved by the Assistant Director of Facilities. Outside employment can be up to 15 hours per week based on the amount of hours BSAs are working within Campus Housing (no more than 40 hours between both jobs).
Legal Requirements
As required by the Federal Higher Education Act, also known as the Clery Act, the BSA is considered a Campus Security Authority (CSA) and is required to report all crimes of which they are aware. In this event, the staff member is also required to complete a reporting verification form.
The staff member is a mandated reporter under the Illinois Abused and Neglected Child Reporting Act and is required to report any reasonable cause for concern that a child may be abused or neglected to the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services. The BSA is required to sign a statement that acknowledges their mandated reporter status.
Compensation
BSAs (live-off) are provided an hourly pay at $15.20 per hour.
Please note the following:
- BSAs who are terminated by Campus Housing, are not eligible to work with Campus Housing again.
Termination and Disciplinary Procedures
Failure to meet the terms of the BSA Position Description, the BSA Work Agreement and or other written expectations provided to the BSA may result in levels of discipline via the Student Staff Accountability process including but not limited to warning, probation, and termination. Please note, BSAs who are terminated will not be eligible to work another position within Campus Housing.
Additional Information
The commitment of the University of Illinois to the most fundamental principles of academic freedom, equality of opportunity, and human dignity requires that decisions involving students and employees be based on individual merit and be free from invidious discrimination in all its forms.
The University of Illinois will not engage in discrimination or harassment against any person because of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation including gender identity, unfavorable discharge from the military or status as a protected veteran and will comply with all federal and state nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, orders and regulations. This nondiscrimination policy applies to admissions, employment, access to and treatment in the University programs and activities.
BSAs must be in good conduct and employment standing (i.e. no significant job action) in order to
reapply.
All applicants must register for the position on Handshake at the job number below:
Campus Housing Building Service Aide (BSA) 2024-2025 Job #8630048
If you have further questions about this student employment opportunity with Campus Housing, please contact joinreslife@uic.edu.
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The commitment of the University of Illinois to the most fundamental principles of academic freedom, equality of opportunity, and human dignity requires that decisions involving students and employees be based on individual merit and be free from invidious discrimination in all its forms.
The University of Illinois will not engage in discrimination or harassment against any person because of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation including gender identity, unfavorable discharge from the military or status as a protected veteran and will comply with all federal and state nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, orders and regulations. This nondiscrimination policy applies to admissions, employment, access to and treatment in the University programs and activities.