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University of Illinois System
Real Estate & Business Operations Specialist, Real Estate Services
candyd@illinois.edu

My name is Candy Deaville, and I am the Real Estate & Business Operations Specialist with Capital Programs, Real Estate Services, Utilities. I assist in coordinating projects, operations, and services administered by the University Office of Real Estate Services. This includes overseeing administrative functions to ensure compliance with state guidelines/regulations. I earned my associate’s degree from Parkland College, Champaign, IL, and a bachelor’s degree from Eastern Illinois University, Charleston, IL. My hometown is Urbana, IL, and I have lived in Mahomet for the past 17 years.

I started at the University in 2018 as an Office Support Specialist at Capital Programs / Facilities & Services, then moved to Office Manager in the Dean’s office at The Grainger College of Engineering, overseeing the dean’s committees. During my time at Grainger Engineering, I also served on the Executive Board, AFSCME Local 3700, and was a part of bargaining in 2020-2021, as well as an advocate for Civil Service employees facing discipline and/or had issues within the workspace. I am currently serving on the Executive Board as Treasurer for Illinois Administrative Professionals, an organization for University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign employees in certain Civil Service classifications, in which I am responsible for the financial operations of this organization.

I am interested in serving on the State Universities Civil Service Advisory Committee as I would like to be an advocate for Civil Service staff and to be their voice, to help resolve issues, extend their needs and/or concerns, and create a positive workspace for all. I served 8 years on an employee advisory committee with my previous employer of 21 years and was successful in making positive changes for all.

Snack Bar Attendant and has been at Illinois since 2012.

I, Tenea Harris, am announcing my bid for re-election to the State Universities Civil Service Advisory Committee or EAC for short, where I have served since 2021. In addition to serving as EAC Rep, I am the current secretary and a member of the executive committee.

During my 13-year career at UIUC, I have personally benefitted from the work of this great committee, so I truly understand its value and the importance of its mission. Some may remember when there was a clerk classification and an office classification, which were eventually merged into one. I was one of those individuals that couldn’t type 40wpm and therefore, was not allowed to interview within the office classification. Even though I had the necessary education, without the removal of that barrier, I would have never been able to advance professionally. This is just one example of the type of initiative this committee tackles and I would be honored to continue serving my fellow civil service colleagues.

As a public servant, I’ve always been committed to speaking up and out for those voices that have been diminished or silenced. As a former member of SEIU, I was on the picket line just one year into my employment. Yes, it was difficult, as this strike took place in middle of winter, and we were only compensated $50 per day. But the cause was much more important than my comfort and that is the mantra I live by.

In my current role as Supplier Diversity Manager in the Office of Procurement Diversity, I serve as an advocate for women, minorities and those with disabilities that want to do business with the university. I actively seek opportunities to bring these underrepresented business owners to the negotiating table and provide a pathway to partnerships that could potentially be life changing.

I bring authentic passion and a fighting spirit to my various roles, and I will continue pushing back against inequities and advocating for just treatment. I’m asking for your help. I need your votes on Wednesday, November 13, 2024!

Electrician and has been at Illinois since 2019.

I began my career at Illinois in 2019 as a career coordinator in Engineering Career Services, and I first became interested in getting involved with employee representation and self-governance through the Council of Academic Professionals (CAP). I was elected to CAP as a representative and was later elected to Vice Chair. I learned a lot about the value of engaging with organization leadership as a representative body and the difference that can make. In 2022, I stepped into a role classified as Civil Service and was no longer able to serve on CAP. Since then, I have retained a desire to engage with the campus community and look for ways that I can help improve the overall culture of the organization.

I believe strongly in supporting staff development, and I have served as a facilitator for Five Days for Change and the Racial and Social Justice Allies and Advocates workshops. I co-chaired a Big Ten Career Consortium Committee on Mentorship and Career Strategy, and I have been a member of several planning committees for professional development events. I recently completed a Master of Science in Talent Development where my capstone project was related to exploring the hiring and promotion practices of the State University Civil Service System (SUCSS). As a member of the State University Civil Service Advisory Committee, I would focus on representing the interests of all Civil Service Staff across the UIUC Campus while seeking to help demystify the policies and procedures of SUCSS and improve transparency and clarity for Civil Service Staff regarding SUCSS practices.

Administrative Aide
College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Dean’s office

I have an interest in serving my colleagues on the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign campus and collaborate with others across the state to continue the work on improving employment at each university that is represented.

I have been on the university campus since March 2014 starting as Office Support Associate to Administrative Aide. I strive to get to know the people I work with and what I can do to assist them on projects, become a listening ear when it is needed. I am organized and dependable to get projects done in a timely manner. I have launched a mentorship program within the college to assist individuals who are new to their position or campus to be equipped with the knowledge needed to retain them for the departments they serve. The initiatives that my office is working on is to help improve our colleagues in various areas and I would like to see what others across the state are currently doing and share ideas

Stacy Walker is currently an Administrative Assistant at the National Center for Supercomputing Applications (NCSA). She has served in this role since 2018 supporting multiple leadership positions and all of NCSA through her role in the social committee. She is a current member of the Illinois Administrative Professionals group at Illinois.

Stacy began her career at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) in August of 2014 in the Chemistry department, supporting graduate students and faculty members.

Stacy accepted her first position at NCSA in April of 2018, escalating quickly to support the director. When the world reopened from Covid, Stacy transitioned to support the director’s office in a special projects and events capacity.

May 2024, she attended the 5 Days 4 Change workshop.

New in FY25? July Stacy began supporting the AD for Engagement at NCSA. September, she began the Business Administrator Path Series. October, she is running for a seat on the Civil Service Advisory Committee.

What you get with me as your candidate? Honesty. Real. A person that you can reach out to and share your thoughts and know that they will go forward, even if my thoughts are not the same. I am fair and hope to be a voice of reason and understanding. Thank you for your support.

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Is responsible for labor relations and collective bargaining activities for the University involving multiple bargaining units, including planning, communication and coordination with affected departments, and senior administrators. Establishes and maintains effective labor­ management relations and administers and develops the labor relations policy.

Provides specialized consultation and training on employee relations, performance management, and disciplinary procedures to managers, employees, and unit human resources. Additionally, offers guidance on the implementation of labor and employee relations policies, programs and procedures.

Preparation and negotiation of labor agreements, advising managers on sensitive LER matters including handling grievances, performance and disciplinary actions, investigations, arbitration preparation, and ensuring fair treatment and compliance with University policies and employment laws.

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Provides specialized consultation and training on employee relations, performance management, and disciplinary procedures to managers, employees, and unit human resources. Additionally, offers guidance on the implementation of labor and employee relations policies, programs and procedures.

Oversees employee relations for civil service and academic professional employees on campus including advising campus units and employees on employee relations matters and providing guidance on the administration and interpretation of a wide ranges of policies, statutes, collective bargaining agreements, and applicable labor and employment laws.

Provides specialized consultation and training on employee relations, performance management, and disciplinary procedures to managers, employees, and unit human resources. Additionally, offers guidance on the implementation of labor and employee relations policies, programs and procedures.