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  - 1717 Philo Road, Suite 24
    Urbana, IL 61802
    
    Phone: 217.278.3150
    
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    TTY: 866.488.4003
    
    Email: info@sucss.illinois.gov
    
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    Date: 11/4/2025
    
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    Date: 10/22/2025
    Time: 9:00 AM
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Reports
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  - Annual Report
    This Report provides an overview of our business operations, an analysis and update of our many programs/initiatives, and a brief description of our agency action plan.
  - Audit Reports
    Each university and agency covered by the State Universities Civil Service System is audited for compliance purposes once every two years.
  - Quarterly Employee Data
    The Quarterly Employee Data reports are a compilation of data submitted by the Agencies and Universities regarding Civil Service, PAA, and student employments.
  - Salary Range Report
    Approved salary rates and ranges for each authorized classification in use by Employers, compiled into a monthly report.
Rules/Procedures
- - Rules and Procedures
  - Procedure Manuals
    Procedures that manage all aspects of the classification plan, including the maintenance of written specifications and examination materials for each class title in the classification plan.
  - Definitions
    Commonly used words or phrases within the Civil Service System.
  - Revision Letters
    Cover letters highlighting revisions made to the Procedure Manuals.
  - Statute and Rules
    The purpose of the University System is to establish a sound program of personnel administration.

Universities and Agencies
Profile Details

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Northern Illinois University

590 College Ave,Lowden Hall, Room 102
DeKalb

Merit Board

Dr. John Butler, Chair

Employee Advisory Committee

Christina Doe

Designated Employer Representative (DER)

Mr. John Acardo

Links

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Human Resources Website

Employment Postings

Financial Aid Coordinator

The incumbent in this position must develop a high degree of knowledge and expertise regarding a broad array of financial aid and scholarship programs. This person provides vital technology and processing support as well as front-line linkage between the FASO and its clients and must have the interp
Posted On: 9/15/2025
Salary: $42,003.00-48,009.00 annually

View posting 3925 Financial Aid Coordinator

Assistant Food Service Manager

Employees at this level are responsible for the functional operation of a retail dining operation(s). They work under the general supervision of a Food Service Manager or the Retail Director.
Posted On: 9/15/2025
Salary: $43,888.08/annually

View posting 3924 Assistant Food Service Manager

Culinary Worker III – Cook

9-month position (Aug 16-May 15); actual start and end dates may vary based on academic calendar. This position is responsible for assisting with the assignment of work activities of kitchen helpers and student employees working in the food production area and is responsible for daily preparation
Posted On: 9/15/2025
Salary: $27,056.25/annually (based on 9-month appointment)

View posting 3923 Culinary Worker III – Cook