Company Profile
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE)
Company Overview
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville provides a high-quality education that powerfully transforms the lives of all individuals who seek something greater. A premier Metropolitan university, SIUE is creating social and economic mobility for individuals while also powering the workforce of the future. Built on the foundation of a broad-based liberal education, and enhanced by hands-on research and real-world experiences, the academic preparation SIUE students receive equips them to thrive in the global marketplace and make our communities better places to live. Situated on 2,660 acres of beautiful woodland atop the bluffs overlooking the natural beauty of the Mississippi River’s rich bottomland and only a short drive from downtown St. Louis, the SIUE campus is home to a diverse student body of more than 13,000.
SIUE is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, as well as more than 30 additional accrediting agencies. In January 2019, SIUE was reclassified by The Carnegie Commission on Higher Education to the newly created doctoral/professional universities category. Fully certified at the Division I level by the NCAA, SIUE is a member of the Ohio Valley Conference and the Mid-American Conference (MAC) (men’s soccer & wrestling).
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Southern Illinois University Edwardsville nurtures an open, respectful, and welcoming climate that facilitates learning and work. As an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce, we will not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, national origin, religion, disability, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation or veteran’s status.
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Company History
In 1957, SIU opened two residence centers in Alton and East St. Louis. In 1958, the Council began a highly-successful private fundraising campaign to purchase land for a new campus. By 1959 enrollment had increased to 3,800 greatly exceeding the temporary facilities and available services. A planning team investigated permanent sites in the Metro-East counties and selected a location near Edwardsville. When Illinois legislators authorized a bond issue to fund public university facility improvements in 1960, area residents expressed their overwhelming approval at the ballot box. Groundbreaking for SIU Edwardsville was held in 1963. In 1965, SIUE opened the Peck Classroom Building and Lovejoy Library in the midst of 2,660 acres of rolling land and woods.
Today, fulfilling the dreams of the Council, SIUE is a premier Metropolitan University, awarding degrees in undergraduate and graduate programs encompassing the arts, sciences, nursing, education, health, human behavior, business and engineering. The Schools of Dental Medicine and Pharmacy award first-professional doctoral degrees in dental medicine (DMD) and pharmacy (PharmD). Doctoral programs are available in nursing practice and educational leadership. Cooperative PhD programs in history, environmental resources and policy, engineering science, and computer science are offered with SIU Carbondale.
Notable Accomplishments / Recognition
SIUE is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, as well as more than 30 additional accrediting agencies. In January 2019, SIUE was reclassified by The Carnegie Commission on Higher Education to the newly created doctoral/professional universities category. Fully certified at the Division I level by the NCAA, SIUE is a member of the Ohio Valley Conference and the Mid-American Conference (MAC) (men’s soccer & wrestling).
The City of Edwardsville, home to SIUE, is ranked among the nation’s top 15 safest college towns by Safewise in its 2021 Safest College Towns list. Ranked 13th nationally, Edwardsville is ranked 3rd in Illinois and ahead of all Missouri college towns.
Additional Points of Pride: https://www.siue.edu/about/points-of-pride
Benefits
Our generous benefits package makes up a large portion of your total overall compensation. SIUE provides comprehensive benefits and a variety of choices to best fit your needs.
Health Coverage
SIUE is committed to providing quality, affordable, and accessible medical coverage for you and your family. Benefits include:
-Health coverage with prescription drug benefits
-Dental, vision and behavioral health benefits
Retirement and Financial Planning
SIUE offers an excellent retirement package to help you plan for the future. As an employee, you will participate in the State Universities Retirement System (SURS), rather than Social Security. In addition to your retirement contributions, the State of Illinois contributes a percentage of your salary into your retirement account. SURS offers several choices for retirement plans.
Employee and Dependent Education Benefits
One of the most valued benefits of employment at SIUE is the education benefit offered to you and your dependents. As an employee, you may be eligible for a full waiver of tuition, exclusive of fees, to continue your education. SIUE also offers a 50 percent waiver of tuition to your dependents if you have provided at least seven years of service. This benefit, which is transferable to any public university in the State of Illinois, will be extended to the dependent for up to 130 credit hours or until he or she reaches the age 25.
Paid Leave
Detailed leave eligibility and accrual rates are specific to each position and employment classification, but most employees earn 12-25 vacation days and at least 10 sick days per year. SIUE also provides holiday and administrative closure days, and other leave options including FMLA, jury duty, funeral leave and military leave.
Employee Discount Programs
SIUE employees enjoy discounts from many vendors, both locally and nationally. From car services, to wireless services, local restaurants and more, you can save big just by showing your employee Cougar Card.
Life and Supplemental Insurance
SIUE helps you plan for the unexpected by offering flexible spending programs as well as a selection of supplemental insurance options:
• Cancer, critical illness and accidental injury
• Long-term disability
• Life insurance equal to your annual basic salary with additional options available
Other Programs and Services
Other programs and services including adoption benefits and quality childcare options, employee assistance counseling programs, smoking cessation programs, and WorkLife programs are also available.