Employment Opportunities
In April 2025, our office moved this section of the newsletter to our website. This page contains all the updates and information regarding job opportunities in our ward and the rest of the city. You can access time-sensitive employment opportunities, public service jobs, applications with rolling deadlines, and more resources below!
Mary Crane Center Hiring Teaching Staff
The Mary Crane Center is currently hiring for teaching positions, including a lead early head start teacher, an early head start teacher assistant, and a head start teacher assistant. Interested parties should apply at this link.
JASC Hiring Interns and Accepting Volunteers
The Japanese American Service Committee is looking for marketing and operations interns and volunteers to help their organization succeed. Interested? Learn more at jasc-chicago.org/about-us/volunteer
Endeavor Health Opportunities
Check out these current career opportunities with Endeavor Health, a leading healthcare system committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care across our communities.
At this time, Endeavor Health is actively featuring and recruiting several in-demand roles, including Patient Care Technicians, Environmental Services Technicians, and Medical & Scheduling Assistants. These positions offer a great opportunity for individuals looking to build or grow a career in healthcare while making a meaningful impact on patient experiences and outcomes.
Whether you’re interested in direct patient support, maintaining safe and welcoming care environments, or supporting clinical operations through administrative coordination, Endeavor Health provides pathways for professional growth, stability, and purpose-driven work.
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Check out these job opportunities and more at this link.
Hamdard Health & NIMAA Externship Opportunity
Hamdard Health Alliance is continuing its partnership with the National Institute for Medical Assistant Advancement (NIMAA) as an externship location. We will be hosting students this fall who are enrolled in a Medical Assistant certification program.
This is an 8-month program running from September 2026 through April 2027, averaging 10 hours on-site per week. Individuals can complete this program at low to no cost and receive their Medical Assistant certification at the conclusion of the program.
If you would be interested in enrolling, please learn more on the NIMAA website. If you have any questions, please follow up with their Community Health Program Manager, Ashley Ford (aford@hamdardhealth.org).
Office of Emergency Management and Communication Hiring
The Office of Emergency Management and Communication is hiring part-time Traffic Control Aides (up to 200 positions), with a starting salary of $25.54/hr. The job posting is open through July 31. The job posting can be found here: www.Chi.gov/oemcjobs
Department of Water Management Hiring Multiple Positions
The Department of Water Management is hiring for multiple positions, including a payroll administrator and stores laborer. To access all available positions, click here:
https://chicago.taleo.net/careersection/100/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en
CFD Seeking Paramedics
The Chicago Fire Department's C.O.R.D.I. unit is seeking applicants for a paramedic job opening! Please access the job listing here: https://chicago.taleo.net/careersection/100/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&job=8750-CFD-2024
CPS Hiring Crossing Guards
The Chicago Fire Department's C.O.R.D.I. unit is seeking applicants for a paramedic job opening! Please access the job listing here: https://chicago.taleo.net/careersection/100/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&job=8750-CFD-2024
Cook County Sheriff’s Office is Hiring
The Cook County Sheriff's Office is recruiting for various civilian and sworn positions, including internship, civilian, and sworn staff opportunities. Applications are available on the Sheriff’s Office website: www.cookcountysheriffIL.gov/employment/
Join the Chicago Park District Team
The Chicago Park District is seeking to hire several key year-round and seasonal positions. To view all openings, visit ChicagoParkDistrict.com/Jobs.
Join the Midwest Water Reclamation District
If you are looking for new career opportunities, consider the MWRD. Visit their online employment center to apply and learn more about the job and the selection process
IDOT is Hiring
Please see the website link for the current job postings available at the Illinois Department of Transportation: https://illinois.jobs2web.com/go/Transportation/8601000/
UMAP Offering Apprenticeships
The Utility Workers Military Assistance Program is currently hiring military service members and veterans for a 6-month utility training program. If you are an active service personnel, a reservist, a member of the National Guard, or have veteran status, you are eligible for this program. To apply for this apprenticeship, fill out this application.
Rich's is Hiring!
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Rich's, a food products company, is currently hiring for two available positions: a full time general laborer and a material handler. Both roles are located in Niles, IL, and offer generous benefits. You can apply and find more information here.
Trilogy Behavioral Health is Hiring!
Trilogy Behavioral Health is looking to hire key mental health positions in its organization. Trilogy offers generous benefits and training opportunities. To learn more about openings, visit its website https://www.trilogyinc.org/careers/.
Work for the CTA
Are you looking for a career change, a new job, or know someone who is? Look to the CTA each Friday to see newly posted positions as you seek a new career opportunity! Visit transitchicago.com/careers to find a full list of jobs!
Misericordia is Now Hiring
Misericordia seeks to hire for several key positions within the organization.
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Misericordia is home to over 600 children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. It has a 31-acre campus that provides around-the-clock care to support its residents. They strive to find compassionate and hardworking individuals to join its team. Misericordia offers competitive pay rates and excellent employee benefits.
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For more information on current job openings, visit Misericordia's Careers https://www.misericordia.com/employment/career-opportunities/.
Greater Chicago Food Depository Job Training Programs
The Greater Chicago Food Depository now offers free and paid hospitality and supply chain career path training programs. These programs are available to unemployed and underemployed adults living in Cook County. Programs are background friendly and welcoming to those without a high school diploma or GED.
More information on the program is available on the Greater Chicago Food Depository's website: https://www.chicagosfoodbank.org/get-help/job-training/referral-programs/.
Find a Career with S&C Electric Company
S&C Electric in Rogers Park is seeking to hire team members for several key positions in their organization. S&C Electric is a 100% employee-owned team seeking several team members in the Rogers Park community to keep the lights on across the globe.
To learn more and apply, visit www.sandc.com/careers.
Cara Connects
Cara Connect is a nonprofit organization which engages job seekers, employers, and other organizations across the country to break the cycle of poverty through the power and purpose of employment. They provide free workforce training, job placement, and personal and professional coaching to pave the way for gainful employment. They also work with organizations across the country to build, deploy, and grow strong workforce solutions to help more people experiencing poverty get back to work. Cara can bridge the logistical gaps between job seekers and employers. They provide career coaching, business-appropriate clothing, resume services, and even transportation from one’s home to the job site. Interested applicants can begin with an online application, which can be accessed here.
Creative Worker Resources from DCASE
This is a listing of resources available locally and nationally to support creatives, from job boards, to professional advancement programs, to emergency funding. If you are a creative professional or interested in advancing a career in creative pathways, please click the link above to view more information!