There are 4 to 6 council vacancies each year. Each vacancy is for a three-year term.
Candidate Requirements:
If you are a union or non-union employee in a status position, have your supervisor's permission, and are willing to serve approximately six hours each month for monthly meeting and subcommittee participation, then you are eligible to run to fill a vacancy.
Council Function:
The Council's role is to promote the general welfare of Operating Staff employees through action in a communicative and advisory capacity to the NIU administration as well as any other applicable group, agency, or individual. It shall function as a source of direction, information, and two-way communication for the Operating Staff.
The Council meets the second Thursday morning of the month, 12 months a year.
Election timeline:
If you have questions call the Elections/Appointments Committee Chair,
Gay Campbell at 753-0915 or gcampbell@niu.edu