Employment Opportunities at the Division

The University of Illinois at Chicago - Division of Specialized Care for Children accepts applications for Civil Service position openings in our Regional Offices located throughout the state and our Central Administrative Office in Springfield, Illinois.The Division of Specialized Care for Children (DSCC) is under the jurisdiction of the State Universities Civil Service System. Civil Service employees are those in classified positions, and are subject to the Statutes and Rules of the State Universities Civil Service System.

Applicants for Civil Service employment at the Division of Specialized Care for Children must qualify for and pass Civil Service examinations.

There is a specific examination for each job classification. Names of qualified applicants who pass examinations are placed on employment registers in order of examination score. When there is a position vacancy, applicants are referred to hiring departments for interview according to their placement on employment registers.

Professional positions in the Nursing, Social Work, and Speech and Hearing fields, as well as paraprofessional positions are available throughout the Division's Regional Offices. Regional Offices are located in Champaign, Chicago, Darien, Hodgkins, Marion, O'Fallon, Olney, Peoria, Rockford, Rock Island and Springfield, Illinois.

The Central Administrative Office in Springfield, Illinois also accepts applications for Secretarial/Clerical, Information Systems, Business/Accounting, and Medical Insurance positions. Contact the Office of Human Resources for information about current vacancies.

See our Job Requirements web page for more information about the specific requirements and qualifications for these positions.

Employment at the Division of Specialized Care Children

To complete an application for DSCC positions, you will need to complete a Civil Service application via the University of Illinois Online Employment Center and select DSCC as the desired place of employment. In addition, copies of transcripts, diplomas, licensures and DD Form 214 (if applicable) need to be faxed to the DSCC Human Resources office at the fax number provided below.

Veteran Information

The following documents provide information about the eligibility requirements for Veterans Preference points:

If you have any questions or need assistance with the online application process, please contact our Human Resources office.

Contact Information

UIC - Division of Specialized Care for Children
Office of Human Resources
Postal address:
3135 Old Jacksonville Road
Springfield, IL 62704-6488
Telephone: 217-558-0406
Toll-free in Illinois: 800-322-3722
FAX: 217-557-0406
E-mail: dscchr@uic.edu

The University of Illinois at Chicago - Division of Specialized Care for Children is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Non-Discrimination Statement The commitment of the University of Illinois to the most fundamental principles of academic freedom, equality of opportunity, and human dignity requires that decisions involving students and employees be based on individual merit and be free from invidious discrimination in all its forms. The University of Illinois will not engage in discrimination or harassment against any person because of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation including gender identity, unfavorable discharge from the military or status as a protected veteran and will comply with all federal and state nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, orders and regulations. This nondiscrimination policy applies to admissions, employment, access to and treatment in the University programs and activities. University complaint and grievance procedures provide employees and students with the means for the resolution of complaints that allege a violation of this Statement. Members of the public should direct their inquiries or complaints to the appropriate equal opportunity office. Policy Council Revised May 31, 2005 For additional information or assistance on the equal opportunity, affirmative action and harassment policies and procedures of the University of Illinois at Chicago, please contact: Office for Access and Equity (M/C 602), 717 Marshfield Avenue Building , 809 South Marshfield Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60612-7207, Telephone: (312) 996-8670. September 1, 1995 Revised May 30, 2005

The University of Illinois at Chicago has developed Public Formal Grievance Procedures to address complaints of discrimination on the basis of age and/or disability in any activity, policy, rule, standard, or method of administration that is related to the operation of University’s programs.