Title: Deliberative Dialogues Assistant
Employee Classification: Student Help Regular
Division Name: Academic Affairs
Department: Center for Civic Engagement

The Student Deliberative Dialogues Assistant is expected to serve as a positive representative of CCE using professional verbal and written communication skills while communicating with multiple audiences and supporting CCE's principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion.

The student staff will be expected to meet with their supervisor weekly as well as demonstrate excellent time management, project management, and multi-tasking skills necessary when working independently. Work study eligible students are encouraged to apply.

The Center for Civic Engagement is located at 300 W. North St. Normal, IL. However, occasional meetings, participation/work at events on campus will be necessary as well.

The strategic plan for the Center for Civic Engagement (CCE) states that the vision of the department is "a more just and equitable world cultivated throughthe participation of all peoplein the co-creation of knowledge and collective action." Its mission is to connect students, faculty, staff,and alumniwithlocal, national, and global communities through meaningfulcivic engagementto promote active community members' lifelong learning and development."

In general, CCE is responsible for enacting Illinois State's commitment to civic engagement and fostering a culture that values and rewards civic engagement. This is accomplished through a variety of programs and services with students, faculty, and staff, and in partnership with Bloomington-Normal community organizations. CCE's work involves volunteering, service-learning, political engagement, and civic education.

CCE is unique in that it reports to both the Division of Student Affairs and the Division of Academic Affairs. The unit is comprised of 6 professional staff, 2 graduate assistants, an administrative assistant and several student workers, interns, and fellows. While each staff member has specific responsibilities, the department operates as a team, and therefore, all staff are expected to support a variety of programs and services.

Illinois State University recognizes that a diverse faculty, staff, and student body enriches the educational experiences of the entire campus and greater community. The Center for Civic Engagement seeks candidates with a demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and anti-racism, who can support the Center's vision of a more just and equitable world. Candidates who have successfully collaborated with a diverse range of faculty/staff, students, and community partners and who can contribute to a climate of inclusivity and equity are especially welcomed. Black people, Indigenous peoples, People of Color, persons with disabilities, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, and women are encouraged to apply.

$20.00/hour

- Students in leadership positions within Alternative Breaks (executive board, trip leaders, etc.) are not eligible to apply.
- All student employees in the Center for Civic Engagement must have good academic and disciplinary standing to obtain employment.

- Communicate regularly with the team of student facilitators via email, text, and in-person to schedule facilitators for each requested dialogue. Utilize Microsoft Forms and Excel to schedule facilitators.
- Prepare necessary materials electronically and in print for each dialogue so that facilitators are prepared.
- After each dialogue, organize remaining materials and log participation for future reporting.
- Other duties that may arise will provide an opportunity to better understand the operations of deliberative dialogues, such as attendance at meetings, events, and webinars.

Hours will vary based on department needs.

August 2024

Resume, Reference List, and Work Availability

Please Note: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply"

Beth Porter
eaporte4@ilstu.edu

This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

In addition, all appointments are contingent upon proof of eligibility for employment at Illinois State University to perform the required duties described above on your scheduled start date. The Immigration and Control Act of 1986, Public Law 99-603, requires all new employees to file an I-9 in person and no later than three days from the beginning of employment. This may be accomplished within the department or through Human Resources. A list of the types of documentation you will be expected to provide is available at https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents. Failure to comply with this law will result in cancellation of your appointment.

Illinois State University, as your employer, is required by federal law to ensure proper tax withholding from wages and to ensure that the required reporting of employee wages, withholding, and employment taxes is accurate. For this reason, every employee must have a valid Social Security Number registered with the University at the time of employment and/or as soon after as possible, but no later than 45 days from the start date. Failure to comply with this law may result in cancellation of your appointment.

Illinois State University student employees are restricted to no more than 28 hours per week of on-campus employment for all positions held.

International students are restricted by their visa status to no more than 20 hours per week of on-campus employment when the university is in session but may work more when the university is not in session. International students should contact the Office of International Studies and Programs for guidance if they have questions concerning employment restrictions.

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438-3383. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.

If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311.