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!
Greencorps Chicago is now recruiting!
Greencorps Chicago is the City of Chicago’s green industry job training program for individuals with barriers to employment. Greencorps Chicago is currently recruiting potential candidates for this year’s Employment & Training Program. More information and how to apply can be found on the attached flyer and at https://greencorpschicago.org/how-to-apply/.
During the nine-month program, Greencorps Chicago trainees earn a starting wage of $18.50. Greencorps Chicago trainees receive practical experience, professional development, and classroom & field training in a variety of environmentally-related jobs with skills that are easily transferable to other industries. Trainees are offered several professional certifications including Defensive Driving, First Aid/CPR, HAZWOPER, OSHA 10-Hour Safety, Chicago Wilderness Prescription Burn Class, and the Illinois Pesticide license. Throughout the program, trainees are supported with wrap-around social services, a stable income, and assistance finding full time employment upon completion of the program.
For more info, please see: https://greencorpschicago.org/how-to-apply/.
Department of Water Management Hiring Multiple Positions
The Department of Water Management is hiring for multiple positions, including an assistant payroll administrator, district clerk, and engineer of water purification. 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/
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!