Serves as the legal adviser to the Board of Trustees, the President and other administrative officers of the University.
Protects and improves the University and its related organizations through independent, objective assurance and consulting services that evaluate the effectiveness of risk management, internal control, and governance processes.
Coordinates the development of University-wide policies and guidelines in equal opportunity
Serves the public affairs needs of the President; develops and executes communications strategies to gain public support for the University; assists the General Officers and Trustees.
Maintains a liaison with members of the Illinois congressional delegation, the Illinois General Assembly, the Office of the Governor, agencies of the federal and state governments, key local officials and major higher education associations.
Serves as the liaison for employees and outside agencies regarding ethics-related topics, manages the toll-free help line and administers annual ethics training as required by the State Officials and Employees Ethics Act