Northern Illinois University Culture | Comparably
Northern Illinois University is an educational institution. read more
EMPLOYEE
PARTICIPANTS
7
TOTAL
RATINGS
120

Northern Illinois University Company Culture

Northern Illinois University Culture

This score is derived from employee ratings & reviews
2.5/5
Northern Illinois University's Overall Culture is rated D

Top Rated Culture Dimensions

Northern Illinois University CEO

Bottom 10%Bottom 10% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
 Northern Illinois University's CEO
53 /100

Diversity at Northern Illinois University

Women at Northern Illinois University

Northern Illinois University eNPS

Net Promoter Score tracks your employees' overall score to this question: "On a scale from 0-10, how likely are you to recommend working at your company to a friend?"
Bottom 5%Bottom 5% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably

Recommend to a Friend?

-83

Northern Illinois University employees are -83% more likely to recommend Northern Illinois University as a great place to work

0%Promoters
17%Passives
83%Detractors

Working at Northern Illinois University

Working at Northern Illinois University is rated below average by 7 employees, across various culture dimensions. Northern Illinois University employees rate Perks And Benefits highest among all categories, and think that eNPS and Retention have the most room for improvement, putting Northern Illinois University’s culture in the Bottom 15% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Bottom 10% compared to other companies in Chicago. See below in detail how working at Northern Illinois University was rated by employees.

Overall Company Culture at Northern Illinois University

D

Overall Company Culture at Northern Illinois University is rated D

Last updated months ago

Bottom
15%

Northern Illinois University ranks in the Bottom 15% of other companies on Comparably with for Overall Company Culture Score

Northern Illinois University Employee Reviews

Out of 5 Northern Illinois University employee reviews, 60% were positive. The remaining 40% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping Northern Illinois University improve their work culture.

60%
40%
Positive Reviews60%
Constructive Feedback40%

Positive Reviews From Northern Illinois University Employees

  • What did you like most about the interview process?
    Internal applicants are put high on the interview list
  • What did you like most about the interview process?
    straight forward how it would go
  • What do you like best about the leadership team?
    They try hard to do whats right

Constructive Feedback From Northern Illinois University Employees

  • Why do you feel undervalued and what would make you feel better about your compensation?
    Show appreciation through compensation and benefits
  • Why do you feel undervalued and what would make you feel better about your compensation?
    would be great to be 75% paid of the average pay for the position

Northern Illinois University Company Information

Northern Illinois University Company Overview

Northern Illinois University is an educational institution.

HeadquarterDekalb, IL 60115
United States of America
Websitewww.niu.edu/
Founding Date1895
Tel(815) 753-1000

Northern Illinois University Employees

7 employees at Northern Illinois University have reviewed Northern Illinois University across various culture dimensions, providing their opinions on items ranging from executive ratings to the pace at work. The latest review was months ago.

Overall, the 7 Northern Illinois University employees give their leadership a grade of D+, or Bottom 25% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.

Employees at Northern Illinois University are mostly dissatisfied with their total compensation at Northern Illinois University, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.

Overall, employees at Northern Illinois University are not very pleased with their team. 7 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers a D-. Less than half believe the meetings at Northern Illinois University are effective, and less half look forward to interacting with their coworkers.

The majority of employees at Northern Illinois University believe the environment at Northern Illinois University is negative. Most Participants believe the pace of work at Northern Illinois University is bureaucratic. About 50% of the employees at Northern Illinois University work 8 hours or less.

Overall, the employees at Northern Illinois University are dissatisfied, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.

Joining Northern Illinois University - Employee Onboarding

The prevailing opinion from Comparably users in Chicago about their company is that it was prepared on their first day. Chicago employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was positive. 71% said their direct manager was helpful with their acclimation during the first 90 days. First impressions are important, and how prepared a company is on your first day leaves a lasting impression.

Northern Illinois University KPIs and OKRs

Employees’ understanding of Northern Illinois University's KPIs and OKRs is essential for its success. Out of 2 Northern Illinois University employees who’ve answered, “Are your company’s goals clear and are you invested in them?” 2 have said yes.

AnswerPercent
Yes100%
No0%
Are your company's goals clear, and are you invested in them?
AnswerPercent
Yes0%
No0%
Are the KPIs/OKRs for your department clear?

Northern Illinois University Salaries

How much does Northern Illinois University pay?

How much do people at Northern Illinois University get paid? See the latest salaries by department and job title. The average estimated annual salary, including base and bonus, at Northern Illinois University is $100,654, or $48 per hour, while the estimated median salary is $122,709, or $58 per hour.

At Northern Illinois University, the highest paid job is a General Counsel at $306,429 annually and the lowest is a Sales Associate at $40,830 annually. Average Northern Illinois University salaries by department include: Operations at $82,628, Product at $118,808, Engineering at $113,415, and Marketing at $209,491. Half of Northern Illinois University salaries are above $122,709.

6 employees at Northern Illinois University rank their Compensation in the Bottom 10% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 20 ratings) while 6 employees at Northern Illinois University rank their Perks And Benefits in the Top 30% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 7 ratings).

Last updated months ago.

1st Percentile
$64k
$64k1st Percentile
17th Percentile
$88k
$88k17th Percentile
33rd Percentile
$121k
$121k33rd Percentile
50th Percentile
$196k
$196k50th Percentile
67th Percentile
$255k
$255k67th Percentile
83rd Percentile
$309k
$309k83rd Percentile
100th Percentile
$358k
$358k100th Percentile
$100,654*
Average Compensation
$122,709*
Median Compensation

* Estimated salaries Estimated salaries are based on data provided anonymously by employees and/or estimated by other statistical methods.

Northern Illinois University Salaries by Department

Explore Northern Illinois University Salaries

Diversity & Inclusion at Northern Illinois University

The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at Northern Illinois University across various culture dimensions.

Ranked Culture the Highest

Women N/A/100
Men N/A/100
Diverse Employees N/A/100

Ranked Culture the Lowest

Women N/A/100
Men N/A/100
Diverse Employees N/A/100

Northern Illinois University Perks & Benefits

Health & Wellness

  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Health Insurance
  • Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

  • PTO / Vacation Policy
  • Paid Holidays
  • Maternity / Paternity Leave

Financial Benefits

  • 401K / Retirement Plan
  • Tuition Reimbursement

Office Perks

  • Work From Home Policy

Northern Illinois University PTO

Northern Illinois University's PTO and Vacation policy typically gives 20-30 days off a year. Paid Time Off is Northern Illinois University's most important benefit besides Healthcare when ranked by employees, with 100% of employees saying it is the most important benefit. Northern Illinois University's benefits and PTO Package averages to represent a $1000 -$1500 cash value per month.

AnswerPercent
Flex Time0%
Vacation Policy100%
Office Meals0%
401k Contribution0%
Childcare0%
Other than healthcare, which of the following benefits is most important to you?
AnswerPercent
Yes0%
No0%
Does your boss expect you to work when you're on vacation?
AnswerPercent
$2500+/mo0%
$1500 - $2500/mo0%
$1000 -$1500/mo100%
$500 -$1000/mo0%
Less than $500/mo0%
What do you estimate the cash value of your benefits to be? Healthcare, PTO, etc?

Northern Illinois University Careers

Northern Illinois University Jobs

Search

No Recent Jobs found for Northern Illinois University on Comparably

Mark that you are interested and we will alert you when there are new positions available listed on Comparably

Let Northern Illinois University Know You Want To Work There

Overview of Candidates Interested in Northern Illinois University on Comparably

Candidates By Department

IT
100%

Candidates By Location

Chicago
100%

Frequently Asked Questions regarding Northern Illinois University

What is Northern Illinois University eNPS?

The eNPS for Northern Illinois University is -83

What is the salary for Director of Business Development in Northern Illinois University?

Director of Business Development average salary in the US is 186k

What are the salaries in the Design in Northern Illinois University?

The average salaries for Design in Northern Illinois University is 82k

What are the benefits at Northern Illinois University?

Northern Illinois University perks and benefits are Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, PTO / Vacation Policy, Paid Holidays, Maternity / Paternity Leave, 401K / Retirement Plan, Tuition Reimbursement & Work From Home Policy

Does Northern Illinois University allow employees to work from home?

100% of the employees of Northern Illinois University report that they work flexible - employees choose

×
Rate your company