Careers
Why work at Facilities & Services?
F&S’ diverse workforce and inclusive workplace consists of dedicated, experienced, and skilled professionals who take pride in helping the university achieve excellence through our many services. Fostering collaboration across campus with faculty, students, and staff and maximizing the impact of programs and services is vital in supporting the mission of the university. F&S’ team of talented and dedicated employees plan, build, maintain, and serve the campus while exhibiting our team’s core values of Trust, Respect, Accountability, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Perseverance in all aspects of their work.
Full-Time Positions
Check back regularly for open positions, and apply for them at https://humanresources.illinois.edu/job-seekers/.
Senior Planner, Project Planning – Apply by April 28 (extended)
The Senior Planner, Capital Programs, Project Planning has primary responsibility for project planning at all levels, from project definition through design. The Senior Planner, Capital Programs, Project Planning will be responsible for assisting in the evaluation and establishment of campus standards for project definition, planning, design, and methods of project delivery. This position is responsible for supervision of assigned planning staff as well as administration of established pre-planning and planning phase services provided to the campus by Facilities & Services (F&S).
Applications must be received by 6 p.m. (Central Time) on March 31, 2025. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact klmccray@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.
Landscape Architect – Apply by April 28 (extended)
The Landscape Architect, Project Planning, has primary responsibility for master planning, site planning, project planning at all levels, from project definition through design, landscape architecture, facility demolitions and professional responsibilities as assigned. The Landscape Architect, Project Planning, will also be responsible for assisting in the evaluation and establishment of campus standards for project definition, planning, design, and methods of project delivery. This position also serves in the role of Campus Landscape Architect for the Urbana campus.
Applications must be received by 6 p.m. (Central Time) on March 31, 2025. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact klmccray@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.
Engineer, Planning – Apply by April 28 (extended)
The Engineer, Planning has primary responsibility for project planning at all levels, from project definition through design. The Engineer, Planning will also be responsible for assisting in the evaluation and establishment of campus standards for project definition, planning, design, and methods of project delivery.
Applications must be received by 6 p.m. (Central Time) on March 31, 2025. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact klmccray@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.
Painter – Apply by April 18
An employee in this class performs tasks of applying protective coatings for the purpose of protection and beautification.
Applications must be received by 6 p.m. (Central Time) on April 18, 2024. 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 Jennifer Weaver jdw86@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.
Electrician – Apply by April 18
Install, maintain, repair, and operate electrical equipment during its use, construction, or remodeling.
Applications must be received by 6 p.m. (Central Time) on April 18, 2025. 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 Jennifer Weaver jdw86@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.
Director of Human Resources, Diversity & Strategy – Apply by April 20
The Director of Human Resources, Diversity & Strategy provides administrative oversight of personnel related services and resources, diversity and inclusion, and talent development. The Director develops, implements, and monitors policies, programs, and initiatives that support employment processes, promote diversity, foster an open and inclusive work environment and increase team member opportunities through effective talent development within Facilities & Services. The Director assists and provides administrative oversight of the Facilities & Services Diversity and Inclusion Committee. The Director leads the development of the strategic planning process, its implementation, and monitoring.
Applications must be received by 6 p.m. (Central Time) on 4/20/2025. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact Bryan Fijalkovich at fijalkov@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.
Accounting Associate – Apply by April 20
Facilities & Services (F&S) is seeking two Accounting Associates.
The first position is focused on providing specialized analysis, reporting and reconciliation in the management of F&S. They will support, as needed, areas of reporting and reconciliation; accounting process; and general accounting transactional posting as it relates to capital project accounting. The incumbent will provide timely and relevant financial data, analyses, and other content for F&S. They will report results to business unit and Financial Operations leadership at Facilities & Services.
The second position is focused on providing specialized analysis, reporting and reconciliation in the management of F&S. They will support, as needed, areas of reporting and reconciliation; accounting process; general accounting transactional posting; service rate calculation; and forecasting. They will provide timely and relevant financial statements, analyses, and other content for F&S business units. The incumbent will report results to business unit and Financial Operations leadership at F&S.
Applications must be received by 6 p.m. (Central Time) on April 20, 2025. 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 Lance Oliver at oliverl@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.
Mechanical Engineer – Apply by May 19
Utilizing mechanical & plumbing design expertise, provide quality assurance Design Review services, including but not limited to reviewing conceptualizations, studies, plans, specifications, and construction submittals to confirm conformance with applicable codes and University Facilities Standards. Provide the analysis, development, and design of mechanically oriented projects for campus buildings. Technical opinions, reviews and documents to provide safe, reliable, comfortable, productive, sustainable, and cost-effective facilities to support the Mission of the University. Assist in the project scoping to assess the needs of projects. Provide support to other units.
Applications must be received by 6 p.m. (Central Time) on May 19, 2025. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered.
Steam and Power Plant III – Apply by May 17
To operate boilers, steam turbine-generator sets, electrical distribution switchgear and steam control devices for campus supply, as well as all auxiliary systems required to support the operation of these systems.
Applications must be received by 6 p.m. (Central Time) on May 17, 2025. 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 Ken McCray, klmccray@illinois.edu / 217-300-6211. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.
Superintendent of Building Maintenance – Apply by April 29
Supervises and directs the execution of a comprehensive Building Maintenance program.
Applications must be received by 6 p.m. (Central Time) on April 29, 2025. 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 Jennifer Weaver jdw86@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.
Extra Help Positions
Interior Designer / Interior Architect
The Interior Designer / Interior Architect, Capital Planning, has primary responsibility for project planning at all levels as it relates to interior design. This includes developing the scope for interior projects with campus clients/users. It also includes selection of interior materials and furniture; development, review, and processing of quotes for small project purchases; coordination of installations; and collaborating with F&S Engineering Services on small projects. The position will be responsible for assisting in the evaluation and establishment of campus standards for project definition, planning, and design.
Recommended Qualifications:
*Bachelor’s degree in interior design, architecture, or related field.
*Two years of progressively responsible administrative experience in interior design, facility planning and management.
Send application materials to Cheryl Bicknell, Assoc. Dir. of Project Planning, bicknell@illinois.edu.
Extra Help Capital Construction Project Manager
The XH Project Manager will be esponsible for the scope, budget, and schedule management, contract administration, design and construction execution on assigned campus projects from conception to completion. Project budgets typically range between $500,000 to $5,000,000 and project scopes identified as medium complexity. Responsible for administration of the established design, construction, and post-construction phase services provided to the campus by the Capital Programs Division. Accountable to ensure completing all projects on time, on budget and to a satisfied customer and to the expected quality parameters.
Recommended Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, architecture, or a closely related field.
*Two (2) years (24 months) of commercial construction management experience.
*Based on position requirements, additional education, training, and/or work experience in the area of specialization inherent to the position, may be required.
Send application materials to Jon Hasselbring, Assoc. Dir. of Project Management, Contact: Jon Hasselbring, hasselbr@illinois.edu.
Benefits at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
The University of Illinois is a mission-driven organization that comes with a myriad of benefits and opportunities. To learn more about the campus-wide benefits of employment, click here: University Benefits.
Diverse Internship Program
The program is available to students enrolled on the Urbana campus. The Diverse Internship Program (DIP) brings undergraduates and graduate students from underrepresented backgrounds to F&S. Spanning across nearly every division of F&S, time is spent helping complete work, but hopefully in a way that helps them.
Diversity Statement
We have a diverse workforce in an inclusive workplace that unleashes the talents of all employees to create value, deliver superior support, and develop innovative solutions for the customers we serve. We will treat our co-workers and customers in a manner that encourages and strengthens an environment of inclusivity.
How to Apply: http://humanresources.illinois.edu/job-seekers/how-to-apply/index.html.
For general information visit: http://jobs.illinois.edu.
The University of Illinois is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer (go.illinois.edu/EEO).
As a qualifying federal contractor, the University of Illinois System uses E-Verify to verify employment eligibility. For more information, call 217-333-2137.
