graduate assistant

assistant professor

postdoctoral scholar

postdoctoral fellow

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Illinois State University

Parking agents have a great deal of autonomy. The job is pretty straight forward in the aspect that you are enforcing rules and regulations. You drive around campus issuing citations and helping the occasional motorist with jump starts and lockouts, which are far easier than you may think. Management and co workers will teach you what you need to know but it's mostly learned by the daily repetition and campus exploration. They also stand by you when dealing with hostile students/employees. You will need thick skin, as people can be unpleasant when enforcing the rules...especially faculty and people in administration will abuse their position to get away with breaking the rules. Be prepared for all sorts of weather and way more overtime than you probably want. The OT is very easy money though. You also have the option to comp it for paid time and a half off rather than taking the OT pay. Lots of paid holidays and laid back time when students are off campus. Management will work with you in terms of days off if you are reliable at showing up and working required OT. Job security is 100% but opportunity for advancement is minimal. Pay could be better, especially with the type of negative people you deal with and the general increase in pay and cost of living in the area. Note that starting pay is significantly lower than your pay after your 6 month probation is up, but it's worth sticking it out if you can, especially when OT is so readily available. The department also pays for your uniform and equipment which easily tops $500, however they will charge you for the "sales tax". All in all a great place to work, will miss the people, OT, and benefits. 

My only complaint is there is a lot of letting people off the hook for breaking rules due to their positions, mainly administration and human resources. My suggestion to management is to be consistent across the board. If a student can be held accountable for not paying a meter or parking in the wrong spot then the people making $100,000+ a year should be also.

Illinois State University is a great place to work overall; right now I am graduate teaching assistant, which means that I teach one section of Spanish 111 course (equivalent of 101) and also work in the language laboratory where I assist students with any grammar help needs in Spanish as well as students who are in other levels of Spanish with online or oral homework. I think that the faculty at ISU are fantastic; they are accommodating, brilliant, very accomplished in their fields of research and since the college is based in teaching, it provides a very rigorous teaching experience where we are constantly evaluated and given constructive feedback on our teaching and lesson planning skills. I feel that the work environment is healthy and positive and I have had an overall great experience. My co-workers (the other grad students) are some of the best friends I've had in my life and they are very supportive and helpful, as I am with the new graduate assistants now being a second-year student. 
The hardest part of the job is keeping my life balanced between teaching and going to class. Teaching is my passion so I tend to get wrapped up in what my students want and I take less time for myself because I want them to succeed. I still have an excellent cumulative GPA (3.89) but it has been difficult to balance. I want to do a better job of that in the future. The most enjoyable part of the job is interacting with my co-workers and students. I just love and am sincerely passionate about teaching Spanish. I love the language, I love being someone who imparts knowledge upon students. I have loved school forever and will continue to love it.

Most days consisted of handling physical building needs. This consisted of contacting the appropriate department to resolve issues. Assist conference attendees with their needs. Problem solve audio/visual technical issues. Assisted with file audits, computer conversions, and catering needs. The most profound learning experience has been how to navigate and handle the underlying politics inherent with a state University/agency. My immediate supervisors were excellent! They were supportive of continual learning and provided the challenges, resources and support to tackle projects that might otherwise have been beyond your ability. The upper managemet, of the division left a lot to be disired. Information was withheld from employees, she did not speak to employees even when adressed. What began as a great place to work has turned into a hostile work environmenrt. For the most part, I enjoyed my coworkers. There are always those that by nature have a negative attitude but you have to take it with a grain of salt and go about you responsibilities with a positive attitude. The hardest part of the job was dealing with all of the negativity. The most enjoyable part is working with my coworkers who were able to maintain apositive attitude despite it all.

Illinois State University stands as an excellent choice for Engineering and Technology education. Boasting robust resources, it offers an environment conducive to deep learning. The student-to-professor ratio is commendable, ensuring personalized attention and ample interaction.

A typical day at work here is dynamic and engaging. The university emphasizes practical application alongside theoretical knowledge. Through hands-on projects and collaborative learning, students gain invaluable insights. The management exhibits a dedication to academic excellence, providing strong support systems and fostering a culture of growth.

The workplace culture at Illinois State University is inclusive and innovative. Diverse perspectives are celebrated, enhancing the learning experience. The challenges that arise, while demanding, serve as catalysts for personal and professional development. Overcoming these hurdles instills resilience and problem-solving skills.

The most enjoyable part of the job is witnessing the tangible impact of your work. Seeing projects come to fruition and knowing they contribute to the advancement of technology is incredibly fulfilling. The vibrant academic community and access to cutting-edge resources make Illinois State University a prime destination for those passionate about Engineering and Technology.

Accounting Services Related Accurately processed and paid invoices, allocated credit card charges to
accounting system, created purchasing requisitions, closed accounting cycle, investigated, identified and
corrected instances of miscoding of accounts by staff within business areas.
Auditing Related Resolved 2015 and 2016 audit findings.
Financial Reporting Related Performed a wide variety of accounting analysis and processes, compiled and
analyzed revenue and expense transactions to prepare accurate general ledger entries, performed formal
monthly reconciliation of accounts to confirm proper handling of financial transactions.
Planning Related Led the budgeting process.
Select Accomplishments & Recognition Discovered grant funding that was forgotten and unused by
predecessor and leadership, and quickly and appropriately utilized grant funding before it expired. Gained
reputation for thoroughness and promptness in meeting all deadlines. Discovered, utilized, and shared with
other staff previously unknown capabilities of accounting software. Recognized by senior leadership at end
of year event for significant contributions and quickly learning a different accounting system and getting
positive results soon after I started the job.

For custodial, it all depends on which shift you're on and which building you're working in. The 4 am shift is the most stressful as they expect most of it to get done by 7. Luckily once you get it done, the rest of that shift is easy, and you just have to walk around and dust for the rest of it. Unfortunately, Stevenson is a building definitely too big to be on that 4 am shift, and should have been on the overnight shift.

The tri-tower dorms were usually messier, but easier to clean since they're smaller than the class building bathrooms.

It often feels like your work goes unappreciated by the students and some of the staff, and if you're only working part-time you often get stuck with the work no one else wants to do. The full-timers tell me the benefits are good, but I never got to go full time due to COVID lay-offs. There's also a union for full-time employees.

There's also a lot of drama with the coworkers behind the scenes, sometimes. Again, though, that depends on which building you're working in. Some groups of coworkers are more chill than others.

In retail I was in charge of making meals for faculty meetings and other student dining areas. I made sandwiches, wraps, fruit cups, and salads. I was given explicit instructions on how to prepare the meals and where I needed to go to get the supplies needed. Naturally, I had to clean up my work space and ensure everything was properly sanitized. 

I learned a lot about preparing food and customer service. For example some sandwiches had to be made special because the customers had requested it. I also learned to count my items multiple times to make sure I wasn't missing anything. I also learned proper cleaning techniques in the kitchen.

My coworkers were mostly students like me and had a very good experience with them. They were helpful, friendly, and conversational. The hardest part of the job was getting up early because I worked an early A.M shift. The most enjoyable part of the job was probably getting to work with food.

Every day was different from the next. I learned a lot about the different sides of the University. I worked with the students and parents in Student Accounts for seven years and learned their issues. I then transferred to the Research and Sponsored Programs Office and learned to worked with Faculty and the Department Chairs and College Deans. This allowed me to see the big picture of the "company" involved in a university. I learned to deal with personal problems due to financial aid and student billing. I learned to deal with Departments and Colleges obtaining grants to replace State and Federal funding to help their units continue to function. The hardest part of my job was that there was never a slow moment. The most enjoyable part of my job was that there was never a slow moment. I met some very interesting people and have stayed friends with some of the parents of the first foreign students I helped when I started at the university in 1991.

I worked at variety of stations such as; yogurt island, salad, pasta bar, pantry, dish washer, and many more. My typical day at the ding center is to show up 10 minutes before my shift to prepare then clock in and start working to fill things up first. After that, I start to stock things before things run out and clean the area. I learned that I need to be motivated to work in order to enjoy the job. The dining center was amazing because the people like to work with me and the management loves me because I do things that they would never ask me to do. The hardest part about the job is saying no to people. I make sure customers are satisfied, my management team is happy with me, and to make sure the other workers are excited to work just a s I am. I enjoyed the entire experience because it gave me an opportunity to grow and start my experience as a worker. Because of this job, I love to work and go to school at the same time.

At Illinois State University as a Building Service Worker you are challenged every day to do your best and be the best at what you do.  The job consists primarily of janitorial which I enjoy.  Working and cleaning up after 15,000 students is challenging but at the same time is rewarding as the teachers, students, and parents are very appreciative of the hard work and dedication it takes.  The down side is the administration in that particular department is not educated on tasks, chemicals, and ways to complete duties.  They are not retrained or educated in what they do so it makes it difficult sometimes to prioritize.  There concern over discipline exceeds there concern over safety.

Top Job Titles	Average Salary
Graduate assistant 9 salaries reported	$1,533 per month
Assistant professor 21 salaries reported	$80,863 per year
Postdoctoral scholar 14 salaries reported	$67,500 per year
Postdoctoral fellow 14 salaries reported	$50,000 per year
Program coordinator 4 salaries reported	$56,500 per year

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