Exam /Credential Assessment

Civil Service Examinations

There are jobs at CSU that require applicants to take exams. We administer and score exams following guidelines established by: State Universities Civil Service System (SUCSS). In-person exams are required for the Police Series. You will need to schedule Police Series exams in advance and take them on campus. The exam schedule is listed below:

When

Where

Wednesdays Only

10am to 1pm or
1:15pm to 3:15pm

Cook Administration Bldg. Room 203

9501 S. King Drive, Chicago, IL 60628

(773) 995-2040

Note: Plan, accordingly, as some tests can take between 1 to 3 hours to complete.

LATE ARRIVALS WILL NOT BE ADMITTED.
PLAN TO ARRIVE 15 MINUTES BEFORE THE TESTING AND BE PREPARED TO PRESENT A VALID ID CARD.

Civil Service Credential Assessments

As part of the Civil Service Examination Process, CSU will conduct open and continuous testing. This allows an applicant to schedule a review of their credentials for any classification, regardless of whether a vacancy exists. After the request, the review process should occur within 15 days. For this purpose, we allow qualified applicants to request and have their credentials reviewed for any civil service classification.

All Civil Service position titles listed at Chicago State University are subject to State Universities Civil Service Section 70/36d, section 1.3 of the Examination Procedures Manual for Open & Continuous testing procedures.

Current Position Titles

Academic Contract Supervisor
Accountant II
Accountant, Assistant Chief
Accountant, Chief
Accounting Associate
Accounting Officer
Administrative Aide
Administrative Assistant I
Admission and Records Representative
Admissions & Records Assistant
Admissions & Records Associate
Assistant Distribution Services Supervisor
Automotive Foreman
Automotive Sub-Foreman
Benefits Manager
Benefits Specialist
Building Service Foreman
Building Service Sub-Foreman
Building Service Worker
Business Manager I
Business/Administrative Associate
Carpenter
Carpenter Foreman
Cashier I
Cashier II
Child Development Associate
Client Relations Representative III
Collection Representative
Community Outreach Worker
Construction Project Manager
Customer Service Representative II

Deputy Director
Distribution Clerk
Driver
Driver Helper
Electrician
Electrician Foreman
Executive Assistant
Financial Aid Associate
Financial Aid Manager
Food Service Sanitation Laborer
Graduate School Specialist
Grants and Contracts Associate
Graphic Designer
Grounds Equipment Mechanic
Grounds Foreman
Grounds Sub-Foreman
Grounds Worker
Human Resource Associate
Information Technology Technical Associate
Information Technology Manager/Administrative
Coordinator
Information Technology Support Associate
Information Technology Technical Associate
Inventory Clerk
Library Assistant
Library Operations Associate
Manager of University Cashiering Operations
Medical Office Specialist
Natural Science Laboratory Assistant III

Office Administrator
Office Manager
Office Support Assistant
Office Support Associate
Office Support Specialist
Painter
Parking Service Agent
Payroll Manager
Payroll, Assistant Manager
Physical Science Technical Assistant
Plumber
Police Lieutenant
Police Officer
Police Sergeant
Police Telecommunicator
Procurement Officer Supervisor
Program Assistant
Program Coordinator
Program Director
Program Services Aide
Program/Student Adviser
Properties Technician
Public Information Associate
Publicity-Promotion Associate
Residence Hall Attendant
Senior Budget Analyst
Steam and Power Plant
Superintendent of Buildings and Ground
Teacher Assistant
Television Director-Producer

If you would like to schedule an Examination or Credential Assessment for a Civil Service position, complete the appropriate form below:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. When are exams administered?

A. Exams are administered on Wednesdays. Times may vary depending on space and testing.

Q2. What are the exams like?

A. Most of the exams have a multiple-choice component. Some exams only have an education and experience component. Many exams are a combination of both multiple-choice and education and experience. Other exams are characterized as credential assessments. A credential assessment is a rating by the Office of Human Resources of an applicant’s/employee’s resume, cover letter, official employment application, college transcript, copies of license/certification and any other relevant material.

Q3. What do I need to bring with me to the exam?

A. You must bring your photo ID. All exam materials including pencils and scratch paper will be provided.

Q4. How much time do I have to take the exam?

A. Each examination has a time limit associated with it. The exam are either 1 ½ , 2, 3 or 4 hours in length.

Q5. How many tests can I take in one day?

A. The number of examinations that you can take in the course of one day depends on the time limits of each exam and you. Everyone works at a different pace, and we do not want you to rush through the exams. Every effort is made to accommodate multiple exam requests, but circumstances may prohibit us from accommodating.

Q6. How are the exams scored?

A. All paper-based exams are individually scored in the Office of Human Resources. Computer-based exams are electronically scored via the program used at the State Universities Civil Service System (SUCSS). A score of 70 or higher is considered passing. Veteran’s Preference points for those who qualify may be added to your final score.

Q7. How will I receive my test results?

A. Your test results will be emailed to you. The Notice of Exam Score will indicate how well you did in each section. Once you have received your exam score, you may contact the State Universities Civil Service System to request a breakdown of your score.

Q8. What is on the exam?

A. The examinations are specific to each civil service classification/job title. For test tips, to the State Universities Civil Service System website.

Q9. Can I look at my exam?

A. No one is allowed to look at their examination once it is turned in after completion. All applicants are encouraged to answer each question to the best of their ability.

Q10. Can I retake the exam?

A. Yes, you can retake the exam within 30 days of the initial exam date, and three times within the course of a year. Your highest score is always kept on the register.

Q11. How long does my score stay on the register?

A. Exam scores are valid for up to two (2) years. Your score may be removed for a variety of reasons in accordance with the civil service statue and rules, such as upon hire, at the applicant/employee’s request, failure to respond to correspondence from Human Resources, or under directive from SUCSS.

Q12. Is my score transferable?

A. Yes, you may request, in writing, that your exam score be transferred to another employer within the State Universities Civil Service System.