Office Administrator, Provosts Office

University of Illinois Springfield

Springfield, IL Posted October 26, 2026

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On-site Full-time Mid level
Job Description

Summary: The Provost's Office welcomes applications from persons who would find satisfaction in contributing to the University's academic mission through hands-on administrative work, including supporting administrators, managing digital records, processing travel arrangements and reimbursements, supporting the Academic Integrity Council, carrying out special projects, creating and maintaining accessible web content, and working collaboratively with colleagues and university partners.

This role is a strong fit for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, comfortable safeguarding sensitive information, and eager to learn new tools and processes as needs and resources evolve. This is an on-campus position.

Duties

Responsibilities

  • Record and Information Management – Serves as Records Liaison for the Provost’s Office: advises on RIMS retention/disposal requirements, communicates protocol updates, maintains tracking log, and manages record storage/disposal.
  • Maintains complex, confidential records; digitizes documents and organizes Box files according to detailed protocols.
  • Business Processes (including Travel, Purchasing, and Reimbursements) – Arranges for travel, lodging, and conference registrations; processes payments and reimbursements for assigned administrators and their teams.
  • Assists with purchasing for Provost’s Office.
  • Project/Initiative Management - Carries out special projects assigned by Provost's Office administrators.
  • Executive Advisor support/backup – Drafts confidential correspondence/reports and proofreads documents.
  • Researches internal/external sources (BANNER, unit databases, archived files) to locate information and produce specialized reports; compiles and formats materials for dissemination.
  • Provides confidential backup support to the Provost in the absence of the Executive Advisor and backup coverage for the Faculty Files Office.
  • Provides support to the Academic Integrity Council - Manages and safeguards confidential documents, coordinates hearing arrangements and participants.
  • Adjunct Hiring and Accreditation Documentation – Responsible for organizing and maintaining adjunct faculty hiring request materials, Oral English Proficiency certification, and required training completion data for HLC accreditation documentation.
  • Event and Meeting Planning – Coordinates meeting arrangements; organizes logistical details for faculty recognition and other Academic Affairs events.
  • Web Content Management – Edits and reviews Academic Affairs internal and external websites to keep content current and aligned with institutional standards/best practices.
Required Skills
collaboration attention to detail English
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