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Title: CMMS Business Information Systems Administrator
Division Name: Finance and Planning
Department: Superintendence

Job Summary

The CMMS Business Information Systems Administrator serves as the subject matter expert for Facilities business applications, primarily the Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) administration. The employee is responsible for providing expertise in project management, data management, business analysis, and technology support. The employee enforces CMMS data integrity and manages departmental projects from initiation to closure to ensure successful outcomes. The employee develops and implements data collection systems and other strategies to ensure data integrity. The employee identifies opportunities to improve the efficiency of Facilities interactions with the CMMS system. This individual plays a critical role in supporting organizational operations and the success of the Business Information Services Team. This individual must possess strong business analysis and relationship-building skills. This position works collaboratively with all Facilities Services units in coordination with the BIS Manager and Business Information Services team.

Additional Information

University Benefit Highlights:

- Insurance benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life
- Retirement and supplemental retirement planning options
- Tuition waiver benefits available to staff as well as their eligible dependents
- Paid holiday/administrative closures during Thanksgiving and Winter Breaks
- Paid benefit time

Additional University Benefit information, including information regarding eligibility to participate in the State Universities Retirement System and the State of Illinois Group Insurance program, can be reviewed here: https://hr.illinoisstate.edu/benefits/

Salary Rate / Pay Rate

$58,000 - $68,000 annual

Required Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s (or higher degree) in business administration, finance, IT, project management, or a closely related field.
2. Five (5) years of full-time (or part-time equivalent) work experience in at least two of the following: Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), data management, project management, or business analysis.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Strong knowledge and extensive experience in Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) administration including system configuration, support, and implementation.
2. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
3. Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
4. Experience with data management and visualization tools (e.g., Microsoft Power BI).
5. Working knowledge of data modeling and SQL.
6. Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication.
7. Willing to learn other information technology systems.

Work Hours

Core hours are 8am to 4:30pm, Monday through Friday

Functional Expectations

Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation:

1. Remain at workstation for extended periods of time.
2. Distinguish colors on a monitor.
3. Move about in various locations across campus as needed to complete day-to-day work.
4. Effectively communicate on a daily basis.

Proposed Starting Date

December 2025

Required Applicant Documents

Resume
Transcripts - See Special Instructions section for additional options

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"

Optional Applicant Documents

Certification of Retirement Annuity

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

Special Instructions for Applicants

Please fully complete the entire application including, but not limited to, the education and work history portions. Be specific on your work history, including employment dates (if part-time you must list the number of work hours) and duties for all positions held. Applicable part-time work experience will be considered toward qualifying for this position; however, it will be converted to a full-time equivalency to determine combined length of experience. Please do not put "see resume" in the duties and responsibilities section of the work history. This will be considered an incomplete application and incomplete applications will not be considered.

College or university transcripts (may be unofficial) must be submitted prior to the application deadline in order to receive full consideration. Transcripts can either be uploaded with your application or submitted via the options listed below. In order to be eligible for Veteran's Preference points on the exam, appropriate military service documentation, such as a DD214, must be submitted prior to the application deadline.

Transcripts and/or DD-214 paperwork may be faxed or mailed to Human Resources by the application deadline:

Fax: 309.438.0011, Attn: Mackenzie Chapman
Address: Illinois State University
Human Resources
Campus Box 1300
Normal, IL 61790-1300

The Civil Service examination for this classification is based on your application materials and responses to the supplemental questions. No participation other than submission of applicant materials is required from applicants that qualify to take the exam. If you meet the minimum required qualifications for this position, you will receive a score calculated based on your education and experience, and your name will be placed on the active employment register by exam score. After the application deadline, the names within the top three scores will be referred to the department for interview. The active register for this classification will be voided when the position is filled.

Illinois State University is authorized to do business within the State of Illinois. All work under this appointment is required to be performed from within the State of Illinois. If hired, out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days from the start date for this position. Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois driver’s license or a valid State of Illinois ID card. Failure to produce the required documentation within 180 calendar days will result in immediate termination of employment.

Applicants for this position must be authorized to work in the U.S. without ISU sponsorship. Sponsorship for work authorization will not be considered for this position.

Contact Information for Applicants

Mackenzie Chapman
Human Resources
309-438-3092
mrchap1@ilstu.edu 

Important Information for Applicants

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.

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity 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.