The IT Manager handles completing the requirements placed upon the financial aid office by the federal campus-based programs as well as the overall coordination of other federal and state financial aid programs. The selected candidate will assist the Associate Director with managing the financial aid component of Banner to support administration of financial aid programs and delivery of funds to students. Additional duties will include:
-Assist the Associate Director and the student employment area with management of Banner components supporting student payroll.
-Act as primary liaison to the Information Technology Services department for planning, development, testing, maintenance, and implementation of new modules of Banner financial aid system.
-Coordinate with the Associate Director the automated packaging and assist with setting standards for manual packaging.
-Develop ad hoc reports related to information or office program management.
-Supervise various staff members in different processing units.

The position requires independent judgment, the ability to define needs, prioritize activities, and identify resources in order to assist our students with the financial resources necessary to obtain their education at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. The IT Manager interacts with key administrators, faculty, and staff members across campus in order to facilitate the financial aid process within the confines of Federal and State regulations and University policies and procedures.

Further duties and responsibilities may be assigned based on the needs and goals of the department and University. 

This position is a current civil service vacancy at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville and will close to applicants at close of business, 4:30 pm CST, on the posting end date.  SIUE offers an exceptional array of benefits to all full-time employees including medical, dental and life insurance; tuition waivers; financial savings plans; vacation and sick leave; and pension plan as part of a total compensation package to eligible employees.

Applicants must submit a completed Civil Service Application, which must include complete employment history, through HireTouch. If you do not possess any employment history, you must indicate this within the employment history section of the application. Your application should reflect all relevant skills and experience related to the minimum qualifications listed for this position.  While a resume may be submitted with the application, data for each employer must be listed on this application form. (The words "See Resume" may only be used as a substitute in the section entitled "Specific Duties Performed".)  If the application is incomplete you will not be considered for the position as our office will be unable to evaluate your application to determine if you possess the required minimum qualifications. 

If qualifying by education or to qualify for a required educational requirement, you must submit your transcripts, including those for SIUE, at the time of application. Applicants qualifying for Veteran’s preference must submit a copy of form DD214 at the time of application. For additional information, please visit: Eligibility Criteria and Point Allocation and Proof of Eligibility.   Please submit any other licenses or certifications related to the position at the time of application.

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For Civil Service positions, Illinois residency is required within 180 calendar days of the start date for the designated position.

Applicants will be subject to a background check and/or drug screening prior to an offer of employment.  NOTE: Some positions are represented by a union and may require union dues.

For more information, please visit the Office of Human Resources website at www.siue.edu/human-resources or call Civil Service Testing at 618-650-2190.

1.    Any combination totaling six years from the following categories:                         
   (a)   Progressively more responsible work experience in IT-related profession.       
   (b)   College course work with a concentration in Information Technology (IT), IT Management, or a closely related discipline, as measured by the following conversion table or its proportional equivalent:     
          60 semester hours or Associate’s Degree equals one year.
          90 semester hours equals two years.
          120 semester hours or Bachelor’s Degree equals three years.*
    (*Please Note:  Only a maximum of 3 years credit for college course work is available.)

2.    Two years of total work experience in a supervisory or lead worker capacity.