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Positio Title: Facility Operations Coordinator (CS26-116)

Location: East St. Louis, IL



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Overview

To build on a strong foundation of achievement and contribute to the realization of its ambitious institutional goals, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for the position of Facility Operations Coordinator (CS26-116). As a premier metropolitan university, SIUE is committed to advancing social and economic mobility while shaping the workforce of the future. Grounded in a comprehensive, broad-based education and enriched by hands-on research opportunities, SIUE equips its students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a global marketplace and positively impact their communities.

Why SIUE?

Employing more than 2,400 faculty and staff members, SIUE is one of the largest employers in the Metropolitan St. Louis area. A study by SIUE School of Business faculty shows the University has a $471 million annual economic impact on the region. Each year, the University's presence generates almost 9,000 additional jobs and more than $250 million in labor income for the area.

What You Will Do

Supports the Program Director in tracking and monitoring the maintenance and requests of all SIUE Head Start/Early Head Start managed centers using a tracking form and to provide a safe and healthy environment for children and staff in all Head Start grant program locations. Duties and responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Coordinating Head Start facility leases
• Managing vendor-contracted work not managed by Facilities Management
• Responding to health and safety of all Head Start center facilities according to the Head Start and Department of Children & Family Services regulations and requirements
• Responding to emergencies at center locations and follows procedures and plans based on the emergency
• Reviewing and co-writing policies and procedures with the Program Director and Head Start Leadership Team for the Head Start program pertaining to health and safety of the environment at the centers
• Requesting vehicle maintenance
• Tracking and monitoring transportation and supply costs, i.e. reserving buses, purchasing supplies for the center, monitoring and tracking Head Start program equipment, property, vehicles and supplies, especially items on inventory, and completing and managing capital inventory reports per University procedures

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications

1. High school diploma or equivalent
2. Any one or combination totaling three (3) years (36 months from the categories below:
--College course work in facility management, operations management, or a closely related field, as measured by the following conversion table or its proportional equivalent
60 semester hours or an Associate's Degree equals (1) year (12 months)
--Training from a vocational, technical, or an armed forces program which includes building operations such as coordination of building maintenance, construction management, hospitality, or closely related experience
--Work experience which includes building operations such as coordination of building maintenance and work orders, construction management, hospitality, or closely related experience
3. One (1) year (12 months) of supervisory or administrative experience which includes building operations such as coordination of building maintenance and work orders, construction management, hospitality, or closely related experience

Supplemental Information

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Illinois Residency Requirement: Pursuant to the State Universities Civil Service System, out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of the start date for this position.

Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois Driver's License or state of Illinois ID Card. Failure to produce the required documentation within 180 calendar days is grounds for immediate separation.

Classification: State Universities Civil Service System Classification Number: 2378 - SUCSS Classification Title. For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the State Universities Civil Service System website at: https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx .

Veterans: Veterans who qualify for preference must provide proof of eligibility within ten (10) working days of submitting an application. The required proof of eligibility includes, at a minimum, a copy of the veteran's DD214/DD215 form (Department of Defense), NGB22 form (National Guard), or Discharge Orders or DD256 Discharge Certificate (Reserves). For help in determining the appropriate proof of eligibility to submit, please refer to the Guide for Veteran Document Verification.

Pre-Employment Screening: External candidates receiving a job offer must undergo pre-employment screening, including a criminal background check. For safety sensitive positions, a drug screen will also be required.

Work Authorization Information: SIUE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States and visa sponsorship for this position will not be provided. International students at SIUE on F-1 or J-1 visas are not eligible for full-time or part-time civil service positions with permanent status.

Accommodation: If you are unable to utilize our online application system and need to request an accommodation, please reach out to us at 618-650-2190 or via email at: careerinfo@siue.edu

EEO Statement

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and thus prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran's status.
We value your interest and look forward to reviewing your application. For questions or more information, please email careerinfo@siue.edu .



Opening Date: 10/21/2025

Closing Date: 10/31/2025 11:59 PM Central

Address: 1040 Rendleman Hall
Edwardsville, Illinois, 62026

Website: https://www.siue.edu/

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