Office Administrator - National Center for Supercomputing Applications

National Center for Supercomputing Applications

The National Center for Supercomputing Applications (NCSA) at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign provides supercomputing and advanced digital resources for the nation's scientific enterprise. At NCSA, University of Illinois faculty, staff, students, and collaborators from around the globe use advanced digital resources to address and research grand challenges for the benefit of science and society. NCSA has been advancing one third of Fortune 50 companies for more than 30 years by bringing industry, researchers and students together to solve grand challenges at rapid speed and scale. Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position.

Job Summary

Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage the calendar for new initiatives, including scheduling meetings, gatherings, visits, appearances and resolving conflicts.
• Maintain indexed paper and electronic filing systems for the initiatives that retain records of NCSA correspondence and activities in accordance with campus university policy and facilitates access to said information. Ensure that electronic documents are backed up appropriately and that access is appropriately controlled.
• Compose highly technical and confidential correspondence for PI’s on new initiatives, including but not limited to, letters of thanks, congratulations, acknowledgements and cover letters for the distribution of information to designated persons. In the initiative PI’s absence, sign letters on their behalf.
• On behalf of the initiatives, respond to telephone and electronic mail inquiries. Answer inquiries using independent judgment, requiring detailed knowledge and interpretation of the Center’s policies and procedures.
• Coordinate travel arrangements for the initiatives PI’s, initiative staff, and invited speakers, including airline ticket purchases, hotel reservations, registration for meetings, etc.
• Prepare materials, files and background information for meetings.
• Establish and maintain confidential records and files on specific projects for the initiatives.
• Create Travel Plans (pre-trip approval) for members of the initiative’s, prepare travel reimbursements and miscellaneous reimbursements and non-purchase order payments to vendors.
• Coordinate deadlines on assignments given by the initiative’s PI’s to appropriate NCSA staff in order to assure completion in an accurate and timely fashion.
• Organize agendas for national and international visitors when it involves the initiative PI’s participation.
• Attend regularly-scheduled meetings with the Initiatives PI’s to take minutes, review schedules, prioritize projects and discuss NCSA activities.
• Review monthly initiative budget statements for accuracy. Maintain a spreadsheet to incorporate daily expenditures for accurate totals.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Any one of the following from the categories below:
A, Four (4) years (48 months) of work experience comparable to the third level of this series.
B. Two (2) years (24 months) of work experience comparable to the fourth level of this series.

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 3253 - Office Administrator position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after 1/17/2026. The minimum salary range for this position is $57,000.

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 Tuesday, January 20, 2026. 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 kiener2@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

At the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign — the state’s flagship public university and one of the world’s leading research institutions — every staff member helps shape what’s next. Founded in 1867, Illinois is home to a vibrant community of 59,000 students from all 50 states and 129 countries, supported by 15 colleges and instructional units, more than 20 research institutes, and one of the most comprehensive student service ecosystems in the nation. Whether you’re empowering first-generation students, fueling breakthrough innovation, or strengthening communities across Illinois and beyond, your work here has a far-reaching and deeply meaningful impact. The university offers a highly competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and financial security. Join a top 10 public university that has launched over 330 startups and continues to redefine excellence — where the Illinois Value Proposition ensures that your contributions are recognized, your potential is nurtured, and your career can thrive.

Champaign-Urbana

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

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: 1034574
Job Category: Administrative Support
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu