Commission correspondence files, 1911-1957.

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Commission correspondence files, 1911-1957.

Correspondence between commission members; state and federal agencies; and state organizations deal with subjects including Civil Service Act revision; personnel actions; examination qualifications; performance ratings; position classifications; salaries and pay plans; temporary and student employment; position openings; employee evaluations and certifications.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7380345

Illinois State Archive

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