Assistant Director for Development - Student Affairs Technology

Student Affairs Technology

Student Affairs Technology is at the heart of transforming the student experience through innovative IT services for Student Affairs departments across campus. We work closely with business leaders and IT professionals to deliver technical solutions that enhance efficiency and build operational resilience. We’re looking for passionate individuals from diverse backgrounds who are eager to help shape and nurture a vibrant community aligned with our mission. By joining our team, you’ll directly contribute to advancing the University's academic goals, fostering environments that promote student learning and success, championing diversity, and supporting the holistic development of all students. Your work will play a crucial role in creating a more inclusive, thriving campus for everyone.

Job Summary

This position offers a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic, established team of talented developers, project managers, and vendor system managers. You'll not only apply your hands-on development expertise but also take on a leadership role, guiding and mentoring mid-level and junior developers. As a key leader in development projects, you'll ensure the delivery of high-quality software solutions that meet rigorous standards, while helping to shape the growth and success of your team. This is a chance to make a meaningful impact in a collaborative environment, where your leadership and technical skills will be valued and fostered.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Supervise and mentor mid-level and junior developers, providing guidance and direction to ensure project success and professional growth.
  • Collaborate with senior technical staff to mentor and build the technical expertise of the team
  • Conduct regular performance reviews, provide constructive feedback, and identify professional development opportunities
  • Perform code reviews to promote a culture of continuous improvement and adherence to development standards
• Assist the Director with budget development and resource metrics
• Assess complex business needs and develop system requirements to meet those needs
• Prepare detailed requirements, specifications, test plans, and other documentation required to guide technical development
• Lead development projects, platform and tool migrations
• Collaborate with development team leadership to make recommendations for standards, quality assurance, architecture and deployment strategies
• Work with other Technology Services units and campus to ensure systems meet security standards
• Evaluate new and emerging technologies
• Perform other related duties as assigned, including on-call support as needed

Minimum Qualifications

• Any one or any combination totaling 5 years (60 months) from the following categories:
  
  • College coursework which includes Information Technology (IT), IT Management, Programming, IT Systems, or a closely related discipline, as measured by the following conversion table or its proportional equivalent:
    • 30 semester hours equals one (1) year (12 months)
    • Associate’s Degree (60 semester hours) equals eighteen months (18 months)
    • 90 semester hours equals two (2) years (24 months)
    • Bachelor’s Degree (120 semester hours) equals three (3) years (36 months)
  • Work experience in IT-related functions such as hardware/software support, programming, network design, network engineering, IT systems integration, or closely related field, which includes supervisory or lead worker capacity
    
• Demonstrated experience working as a team lead on application development projects
• Demonstrated experience mentoring software developers

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supervising developers
• Experience with API integration
• Experience with database design (SQL Server or other)
• Experience with software version control (such as TFS or Git)
• Experience with web accessibility tools and compliance
• Experience with MS Power BI, Tableau or other relevant data visualization tools and methods
• Experience with University of Illinois data management systems (Banner/EDW, campus authentication, and campus credit card processing systems)
• Experience with healthcare systems

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work independently and as part of a development team
• Strong written and oral communication skills and customer service focus
• Ability to organize and track large numbers of tasks in a complex environment
• Ability to work in an environment with diverse staff and students
• Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain appropriate confidentiality

Additional Physical Demands

• Hybrid work options may be available for this position, with the ability to be on-site at the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign campus as needed per the University’s Workplace Flexibility policy.
• Most on-site work will be accomplished in a typical office work environment but may include visits to different customer and meeting locations on campus.
• May be required to be on call in cases of system failure or development deadlines.

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 5030 - Information Technology Manager/Administrative Coordinator position, appointed on a 12-month basis. This position has a typical salary range of $90-110k. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the close of the search. This position is eligible for remote/hybrid work. May be required to be on call in cases of system failure or development deadlines. Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position.

For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on May 12, 2025. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. For further information about this specific position, please contact Shared AHW HR at iustaffdevelopment@illinois.edu or 217-333-3660. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

The University of Illinois offers a very competitive benefits portfolio, depending on the position. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu.

Requisition ID: 1030441
Job Category: Technical
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu