Apply for a Position
Civil service openings may be advertised online; however, interested candidates may test for any EIU civil service classification at any time. Candidates may test for a classification even if a position is not yet vacant. The basic application process for a civil service position at EIU can be seen in booklet form or below:
1. Select Job Classifications
Select two to five classifications for which you are interested in applying. Classifications are listed online or can be reviewed in person in the Office of Employment and Examinations.
EIU Civil Service Classifications
2. Complete an Application
The civil service employment application can be completed online or picked up in person from the Office of Employment and Examinations (Old Main, Room 2020). Candidates are encouraged to include any additional pertinent information such as a resume or school transcripts. Regardless of how many civil service positions you are interested in, you only need to complete one application. By completing the application online, you will also be able to track your progress through our examination system, including your rank on registers. NOTE: Your rank on registers may not be correct at this time. We are working to make sure all registers are accurate as soon as possible. You may also complete an application at Civil Service Application You will need to bring it to our office or you may email it to eiu_employment@eiu.edu . If you need additional space to document your experience, please use the expanded duties/updated experience form.
3. Submit the Application
The civil service application can be submitted online or sent directly to the Office of Employment and Examinations. With your application, please include (in a cover letter or e-mail) the classifications in which you are interested.
| Paper applications can be sent or submitted in person to: | Old Main, Room 2020 Eastern Illinois University 600 Lincoln Ave. Charleston, IL 61920 |
4. Candidate Screening With an Employment Counselor
The Office of Employment and Examinations screens your application materials to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications and are eligible to take the examination for a specific classification(s). You do not need to be present for the screening, but it is in your best interest to provide a phone number or email address in case the employment counselor has questions about your materials.
Screening is a process by which the Office of Employment and Examinations ensures, based on the application materials you have provided, that you meet the minimum qualifications for the EIU civil service job classifications you have selected.
5. Status notification by an Employment Counselor
If you meet the minimum qualifications for the EIU civil service job classifications you have selected, you will be notified by the Office of Employment and Examinations.
6. Schedule Examinations
Once the Office of Employment and Examinations has notified you of the examinations you are eligible to take, it is your responsibility to set an appointment to take a civil service examination.
Schedule an examination appointment by calling 217-581-3911.
7. Civil Service Examinations
Passing scores are placed on a register for that job classification in descending order. The higher your score, the more likely you'll be contacted when there is a job vacancy. If you wish to improve your score, you can retest after 30 days and up to three times in one year. Your scores will remain active until you are notified otherwise, you ask for your scores to be removed, or you do not reply to our correspondence. It is your responsibility to notify the Office of Employment and Examinations if your contact information changes.
Civil Service Job Vacancy
When a position becomes available, top-ranking candidates are contacted by the Office of Employment and Examinations. Interested top-ranking candidates will interview with the hiring department.
If the hiring department selects you, a human resources representative will contact you with a job offer.
If you have any questions or concerns about the civil service application process, please contact the Office of Employment and Examinations at eiu_employment@eiu.edu.
