Inclusive Hiring at Illinois is an online training program required for individuals involved in the recruitment and hiring of employees at the University of Illinois. The program is designed to explain equal employment opportunity requirements, outline the essential steps and practices in the search process, and address issues that may arise during employee recruitment and hiring.
Individuals serving in the following roles in a search process must have completed the training no earlier than April 21, 2025, before the position is posted and recruitment can begin:
- Hiring Manager
- Search Committee Chair
- Search Committee Member
- Search Coordinator
In addition, EEO Officers, Vice Chairs, and Assistant Vice Chairs must complete the program annually, prior to reviewing any search process forms.
All of the above individuals will receive an email with instructions on how to access and complete the training program. The program is available to all other university employees at any time upon request. For questions or to request the training link, please contact accessandequity@illinois.edu.
The Inclusive Hiring at Illinois training content was developed by the Office for Access & Equity in collaboration with faculty and staff experts from across campus, and with assistance from the Center for Innovation In Teaching & Learning and Technology Services.