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Governors State University

Founded in 1969, Governors State University GSU is a four-year public university in the state of Illinois that champions openness, innovation and flexibility. Serving more than 5,500 students, GSU offers 64 degree and 24 certificate programs and our students earn the qualifications needed to succeed in business, industry, healthcare, the arts and education.

GSU is an expert at guiding freshman and transfer students to discover the right degree program to excite their interests. The university’s extensive list of graduate programs prepares students in a variety of fields for the next level of academic achievement. The GSU experience includes a comprehensive student life, both on and off campus, with on-campus housing; club sports and recreation; civic engagement; international student services; more than 70 student clubs and organizations; the world renowned Nathan Manilow Sculpture Park sculpture park, the Center for Performing Arts and much more. 

Set amongst 750 acres of prairie, GSU is located 40 miles south of Chicago, and is proud to offer the most affordable university undergraduate tuition rate in the state of Illinois.  

The university faculty, administration and staff are committed to providing a quality education, embracing diversity and serving students with excellence.

 

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Jan 20, 2022
Full time
Division Chair of Psychology and Counseling
Governors State University 1 University Pkwy, University Park, IL 60484
The Division of Psychology and Counseling in the College of Education at Governors State University invites applications for the position of Division Chair at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor. The College of Education also includes the Division of Education and the Family Development Center. The Chair is a fully administrative, twelve-month position and has responsibility for approximately thirty faculty and staff in addition to student workers and graduate assistants, the Counseling Lab, Research Lab, and Literacy Zone. The Division includes a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in psychology with both a psychology major and minor a master’s degree in psychology; a CACREP-accredited master’s degree in counseling with specializations in clinical mental health counseling, marital/couple/family counseling, and school counseling; a CACREP-accredited Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree in counselor education and supervision; and an Education Specialist (EdS) degree in school...
Jan 19, 2022
Full time
Assistant Professor of Business Analytics and Management Information Systems
Governors State University 1 University Pkwy, University Park, IL 60484
The Division of Accounting, Finance, MIS, and Economics in the College of Business at Governors State University seeks applications for an Assistant or Associate Professor of Business Analytics and Management Information Systems beginning in August 2022.    The successful candidate will be qualified to teach a variety of undergraduate and graduate courses in Business Analytics and Management Information Systems. Teaching may include coursework in Predictive Analytics, Business Analytics, Database, Spreadsheet Analysis, Applied Analytics Project Capstone, and other courses in the MS in Business Analytics program and undergraduate MIS concentration, as well as other MIS courses such as Management information Systems. Experience with other advanced modeling techniques such as machine learning is also preferred. The candidate should also be proficient in coding and tools including  Python, SQL, R, spreadsheet, data visualization tools, and ability to learn or apply other...
Jan 19, 2022
Full time
Institutional Partner Office Support Staff, Illinois Tutoring Initiative
Governors State University 1 University Pkwy, University Park, IL 60484
Governors State University is seeking to hire an Office Manager for the College of Education Dean. This is a temporary assignment that will end when funding or hours is exhausted (approximately 1.5 years with the possibility of another year based on funding). Employees in this position will perform a variety of duties as assigned by their supervisor.    Answer telephones and direct calls to appropriate personnel  Greets guests & visitors  Answers routine inquiries and performs public contact duties that require knowledge of established departmental procedures and familiarity with operations and programs within the department  Filing and copying as assigned  Other general office support as necessary 50% - Tutor Supervision (between 40-80 tutors per semester) • Ensure each tutoring match has a set schedule and location and documents submitted within data system. • Review submitted tutoring session forms to ensure...
Jan 18, 2022
Full time
Functional Analyst
Governors State University 1 University Pkwy, University Park, IL 60484
Governors State University is seeking to hire an Enrollment Management Functional Analyst to  support enrollment management initiatives through research, management of systems and data-related projects, and other measures and assists in responding to enrollment management and research related data requests. The Enrollment Management Function Analyst supports the coordination of University student information systems as they are related to functions of the Office of the Registrar, Admissions Office, Office of Financial Aid, Dual Degree Programs, Athletics as well as other campus departments that utilize Colleague, WEBI, Slate and the National Clearinghouse portal. The Enrollment Management Functional Analyst assists in the implementation of such systems when appropriate, including the evaluation of third-party software solutions being considered by the University. The Enrollment Management Functional Analyst uses an advanced understanding of University policies and procedures...
Jan 14, 2022
Full time
Director of Marketing
Governors State University 1 University Pkwy, University Park, IL 60484
The Director of Marketing will oversee the university's external and internal marketing and brand strategy, through messaging, design, web content and optimization, advertising, CRM communications, and projects. The Director will supervise marketing personnel and oversee the departmental budget; develop and execute the marketing and advertising strategy for the university, and for other departments as needed; and oversee the organization and execution of all brand collateral, including print and digital publications; social media; website content and navigation; external marquis; internal monitor screens; and design of university signage, both temporary and permanent. Essential Responsibilities: 25%    Supervise team of marketing professionals, including writers, social media managers, graphic designers, web content managers, and freelancers.Responsible for hiring, training, workloads, schedules, and deadlines.  20%    In consultation with Vice...
Jan 14, 2022
Full time
Assistant Director of Alumni Relations
Governors State University 1 University Pkwy, University Park, IL 60484
Governors State University is seeking to hire an Assistant Director of Alumni Relations to increase the number of newly engaged alumni using annual metrics of growth and engagement, including alumni donations. The Assistant Director of Alumni Relations will engage alumni with various communication tools, but not limited to, in-person, phone, email, Slate, social media and networking opportunities. The Assistant Director of Alumni Relations will collaborate with various advancement and institutional colleagues, including faculty and current students to cultivate and steward relationships with alumni. The Assistant Director of Alumni Relations will re-affirm the Alumni Association's Brand and prominence. Starting Salary: $45,220.50. (This is a non-unionized position. Salary starts at the base and is determined based on Education and Experience exceeding the minimum qualifications). This position qualifies for an expansive suite of fringe benefits including, various insurance...
Jan 13, 2022
Full time
Coordinator of Community Standards and Student Advocacy
Governors State University 1 University Pkwy, University Park, IL 60484
The Coordinator of Community Standards and Student Advocacy supports institutional efforts and promotes a campus climate of civility, integrity, responsibility, and social justice by administering the Student Code of Conduct. The Coordinator serves as a hearing officer by adjudicating non-academic misconduct incidents, trains and evaluates a team of administrative hearing officers; convenes Student Conduct Committee, and co-chairs the Student Concerns Committee (GSU CARE Team); serves as case manager for students in distress; and develops and implements campus programs promoting outreach and education focused on civility, respect and integrity. The Coordinator assists with assessment efforts in the Office of the Dean of Students and the Division of Student Affairs. Salary Range: $46,468.50 to $52,496.93. (This is a non-unionized position. Salary starts at the base and is determined based on Education and Experience exceeding the minimum qualifications).
Jan 04, 2022
Full time
Coordinator of Greek Life
Governors State University 1 University Pkwy, University Park, IL 60484
Governors State University is seeking to hire a Greek Life Coordinator. Under the general direction of the Executive Director, Center for Student Engagement and Intercultural Programs, the Coordinator for Greek Life will provide leadership, guidance, and support to Greek-letter organizations at Governors State University. The oversight of Greek Life will include assisting fraternities and sororities in meeting their goals and objectives, ensuring compliance with federal and state laws, and adherence to university policies, procedures, and regulations. The Coordinator will provide advisor training, Greek Life advisement, programming and leadership training, as well as policy development. Salary Range: $41,734.88 to $48,486.74. (This is a non-unionized position. Salary starts at the base and is determined based on Education and Experience exceeding the minimum qualifications). This position qualifies for an expansive suite of fringe benefits including, various insurance...
Jan 03, 2022
Full time
Assistant Professor of Production and Stage Management
Governors State University 1 University Pkwy, University Park, IL 60484
Governors State University (University Park, IL) is a minority serving institution inviting applications for Assistant Professor in Production and Stage Management to begin in the Fall 2022 semester. The faculty member will teach Theatre and Performance Studies (TAPS) courses in the Division of Arts and Letters and, as part of their duties, also be assigned to serve as the production manager and stage manager for the TAPS season (two mainstage productions, one dance concert).  We seek a teacher-scholar who is committed to enhancing our culture of diversity, equity and inclusion and who will complement existing faculty strengths in our Theatre and Performance Studies program. We seek candidates with outstanding teaching skills, evidence of a distinguished record of creative activity/professional credits, as well as service to the institution, discipline, and/or community. Women, people of color, people with disabilities, and first-generation college graduates are especially...
Jan 03, 2022
Full time
Assistant Professor of Social Sciences and Secondary Education
Governors State University 1 University Pkwy, University Park, IL 60484
Governors State University (University Park, IL) is a minority serving institution inviting applications for a tenure track Assistant Professor of Social Sciences and Secondary Education beginning the Fall 2022 semester.  This full-time position will have the following responsibilities:·      teaching social science methods courses ·      coordinating secondary education field experiences (biology, chemistry, English, mathematics, and social sciences), which includes:        o   placing candidates for early field experiences       o   observing micro-teaching lessons·      supervising Social Science student teachers  Candidates must hold a Ph.D. or Ed.D. with advanced content in Social Science, or a closely related field, with a specialization in teacher education.  The candidate must hold a secondary teacher license, and have a...
Dec 30, 2021
Full time
Executive Director for Institutional Research and Effectiveness
Governors State University 1 University Pkwy, University Park, IL 60484
Reporting to the University Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, the Executive Director for Institutional Research and Effectiveness serves as the head of the Office of Institutional Research and Effectiveness and a senior member of the Office of the Provost staff. Office of the Provost Responsibilities The Executive Director serves as the university’s “Chief Data Officer” and has a central role in strategic planning and initiatives involving academic affairs or as requested by the University Provost. The position manages the proper collection and data entry into central systems, develops auditing and reporting, conducts analysis and presents data to external parties, educates the campus community, and creates and maintains the means for data-driven decision-making. Within the Office of the Provost, this position serves as the Provost’s representative when requested and supports initiatives across academic affairs, including supporting the data collection and analysis...
Dec 20, 2021
Full time
Tutor One-on-One, llinois Tutoring Initiative
Governors State University 1 University Pkwy, University Park, IL 60484
Tutors from across the state will work in 1:1 or small groups to tutor students in grades 3-8 in Illinois. The Illinois Tutoring Initiative will provide tutoring services for over 8,500 in grades 3-8.  Tutors will be matched with students in grades 3-8 by proximity, content area and age-level.  Tutoring may occur face-to-face or online; face-to-face is preferred.  Tutors will work consistently with the same student(s) for the period of one semester for 3 hour-long sessions per week. The Illinois Tutoring Initiative is a 2-year grant-funded project that will end after funding ceases.  Tutors will be matched on a semester basis.  Tutors will also be paid for required training and planning time and receive a travel stipend for any face-to-face tutoring sessions.
Dec 17, 2021
Full time
Assistant/Associate Professor of Social Work
Governors State University 1 University Pkwy, University Park, IL 60484
Governors State University (GSU) invites nominations and applications for four tenure track faculty positions at the rank of Assistant / Associate Professor in the Department of Social Work in the College of Health and Human Services. We seek candidates with interest and experience in teaching generalist and advanced social work practice courses. The successful applicant will have micro, mezzo or macro teaching experience in an Integrated Social Work Practice curriculum. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching social work practice grounded in a social justice ethic . We seek an individual who has:   A demonstrated record of excellent teaching Substantial practice and teaching experience in an Integrated Social Work Practice curriculum.   A commitment to social justice and anti-racist social work practice A commitment to excellence in mentoring students, particularly students of color and first-generation college...
Dec 17, 2021
Full time
Assistant Dean of Students
Governors State University 1 University Pkwy, University Park, IL 60484
Reporting to Associate Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students (AVP/Dean), the Assistant Dean of Students (Assistant Dean) provides leadership for institutional efforts to promote a safe and secure environment while upholding the rights of all community members. The Assistant Dean administers the Student Code of Conduct and serves as a hearing officer for non-academic misconduct cases; selects, trains, and evaluates administrative hearing officers; chairs the Student Conduct Committee; and creates opportunities for student learning and development. The Assistant Dean also advocates for and with students as they navigate university policies & procedures, specifically student grievances/complaints and emergency/medical leaves;; and serves on the Campus Threat Assessment and Emergency Response Teams. In addition, the Assistant Dean annually reviews the Student Handbook and other relevant policies and procedures and assists with office and divisional assessment...
Dec 16, 2021
Full time
Administrative Aide - Extra Help
Governors State University 1 University Pkwy, University Park, IL 60484
The purpose of this position is to provide administrative support to the Department Chair, Director of Clinical Education, faculty, staff, undergraduate students and graduate students in the Department of Communication Disorders.  Prepare interpretive and directive materials for daily correspondence and sensitive documents requiring confidentiality.  Initiates, organizes, coordinates, communicates and implements all administrative and office support duties.  There is one Department Chair, with five full-tenured/tenure-track faculty, two full-time lecturers, one half-time lecturer, one Director of Clinical Education, one undergraduate academic advisor, one undergraduate program director, one student worker, and one graduate assistant.  This is a temporary assignment that will ceased when funding is exhausted or 900 hour limitation is reached.  The hourly rate of pay is $18.00. 
Dec 13, 2021
Full time
Program Enrollment and Recruitment Aide - Extra Help
Governors State University 1 University Pkwy, University Park, IL 60484
The Extra Help Program Enrollment and Recruitment Aide will assist the Family Services Team and actively recruit eligible families to the programs offered at the Family Development Center. This position will assist eligible and interested families with the enrollment process and be the first point of contact.  Under the Family Services Director, this position will abide by eligibility requirements under the Head Start Performance Standards and ISBE Preschool For All requirements.  Essential Responsibilities 90% 1. Actively recruit within the community/service area and attend events to reach out to potential families. Recruitment outreach includes; traveling to local communities, handing out door-to-door flyers, leaving materials at community businesses, agencies and schools, attending community meetings, mailing flyers, returning phone calls and providing tours to any interested families. 2. Identifies potential community agencies, health and dental clinics, and other...
Dec 09, 2021
Full time
Assistant Professor, Criminal Justice
Governors State University 1 University Pkwy, University Park, IL 60484
Governors State University (University Park, IL) is a minority-serving institution inviting applications for a tenure track position as an Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice to begin in the Fall Semester 2022.  Highly qualified candidates will demonstrate expertise in social justice/restorative justice issues such as crimmigration, ecocide, prison and police abolition, the political economy of mass incarceration, carceral geography, or related fields. The successful applicant will be expected to regularly teach sections of the core criminal justice courses, such as the Junior Seminar/Senior Capstone, theory, research methods, and an elective in a topical area in their field of expertise. Teaching assignments will include classes on the main campus, online, and at satellite locations. The ability to contribute to our cross-disciplinary programs in Political and Social Justice Studies; Gender & Sexuality Studies; or minors in Latin American, Caribbean, and Latina/o Studies;...
Dec 09, 2021
Full time
Open Rank Professor of Early Childhood Education
Governors State University 1 University Pkwy, University Park, IL 60484
The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Early Childhood Education. We seek candidates with outstanding teaching skills, ability to teach non-traditional or diverse student populations, the ability to collaborate in a positive manner with faculty and staff, and evidence of a distinguished or prospective record of scholarship as well as community service via projects, committees and/or leadership roles. The candidate must hold a doctorate in Early Childhood Education or related field conferred by August 1, 2022. The candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the Early Childhood field in the following modalities: online, hybrid, and on campus. The candidate must be available to teach and supervise students during daytime, evening, and weekend hours. This position has the potential possibility for program coordinator opportunities.   Governors State University (GSU) was founded in 1969, originally as an upper-division institution with a...
Dec 08, 2021
Full time
Information Security and Compliance Associate – Extra Help
Governors State University 1 University Pkwy, University Park, IL 60484
This position will assist in efforts to strengthen the University’s information security posture and achieve and maintain compliance as required by Federal, State, Local, and University regulations, policies, and procedures. This position will work closely with the Director of Information Security and Compliance, and has the opportunity to be involved in the creation and expansion of Governors State University (GSU) information security and compliance efforts. This is a temporary assignment and will cease when funding exhausts or 900-hour limitation is completed.  The hourly rate of pay is $20 - $25 per hour commensurate with education/experience. 
Dec 08, 2021
Part time / Adjunct
Extra Help - Substitute Infant/Toddler Teacher (pool position)
Governors State University 1 University Pkwy, University Park, IL 60484
This is a temporary assignment that will end when funding or hours is exhausted. Pay is $19-$22/hour depending on education and experience. The Family Development Center (FDC) at Governors State University is a NAEYC Accredited Early Childhood Program providing lab-quality education and care for children ages six weeks to eight years old in our infant, preschool, and school-age programs. The mission of the FDC is to provide an exceptional education that implements best practices for children, an innovative learning environment for GSU students, and a network of support for the families we serve. In partnership with parents of Early Head Start and community children, the successful candidate will implement a developmentally appropriate Early Head Start center-based classroom program in compliance with federal and state regulations and NAEYC accreditation standards.   Essential Responsibilities    40% In partnership with parents, implement an age-appropriate,...