Having a criminal history or criminal conviction does not necessarily preclude employment. Considerations include the nature of the position involved and the implications for the general safety and security of the campus community. To assure confidentiality of all applicant information, University Human Resources Management centrally coordinates the background investigative check process. Results of the background check are sent directly to the Associate Vice President, University Human Resources Management. Broadly, these positions require employees to be entrusted with or have access to items of value, without close supervision, or positions located in environments where there is contact with children.
Background checks apply to new hires, as a condition of employment, after the job offer is made.
Employment will be contingent upon the results of the background check. Should the criminal history preclude the current employee from the new position and the old position is no longer available, the employee may bid for vacant positions for which the employee qualifies. For residents of Illinois or Indiana, both states may be checked. Other kinds of verification checks may be added if a particular position warrants. Hiring units are responsible for costs associated with conducting background checks.