Applying for a Job at SIU-SM
Civil Service | Faculty, Principal Administrative, Research
Civil Service Vacancies
The Office of Human Resources does all of the recruitment and hiring for Civil Service vacancies. Completion of the Application for Civil Service Employment is the first step toward consideration for employment. Our application form has been carefully designed to gather information we believe is necessary to determine whether or not an applicant appears to be a viable candidate for employment opportunities at SIU School of Medicine. Accordingly, we will be unable to process any application for which the instructions have not been followed.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Provide complete employment history
- Explain any gaps in employment
- Answer all questions on the application form
- Proofread before submitting
- Read signature statement carefully and sign
OTHER REASONS WE MAY CHOOSE NOT TO PROCESS AN APPLICATION:
- Unsatisfactory work record
- Certain types of criminal convictions
- Misrepresentation of or conflicting information provided
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Background Investigations: Most positions at SIU School of Medicine require a criminal background investigation as a condition of employment.
Employment Eligibility: All persons hired are required to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States within the first 3 days of employment in order to comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
Disabilities - Reasonable Accommodation: If you believe that you may require a reasonable accommodation during the application, testing, or interviewing process, please notify the Office of Human Resources at 545-0223 prior to the date needed so that appropriate arrangements may be made.
Out-of-State Applicants: Applicants for university Civil Service employment must be citizens or residents of the state of Illinois.
Probationary Period: All Civil Service employees are required to complete a probationary period of either six or twelve months duration, depending on the job title.
Veterans Preference on Exams: To determine eligibility for veterans preference points on employment exams, you must submit a legible copy of your discharge papers (DD214, DD215 or NGB22), which lists the branch of service, dates of service, and character of discharge. This is the only purpose for which these forms will be used.
Information for Annuitants: If you are a current annuitant from an employer that was covered by the Department of Central Management Services (CMS) benefits, it is your responsibility to contact representatives at your retirement system and CMS to determine whether or not your annuity or insurance benefits will be impacted if rehired within the same system.
Faculty, Principal Administrative & Research Vacancies
Faculty, Principal Administrative and Research vacancies are recruited by the hiring department. All interested persons must apply directly to the person listed in the posting, no later than the closing date indicated.
Any questions regarding a position posting can be directed to the department contact person. General inquiries may be directed to the Office of Human Resources at (217)545-3964.
Transcripts (original or certified copy) for the highest degree awarded will be required of all persons offered permanent employment.
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