Government & Public Sector Jobs in Illinois (Now Hiring) — 3,964 open — Page 186

Electrical Project Engineer I

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

$102k–$110k/yr

Senior+

Job DetailsJob Location: DBS Headquarters - Chicago, IL 60606Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeSalary Range: $101,500.00 - $110,000.00 Salary/yearJob Category: EngineeringPOSITION GOAL: The Electrical…

Skills: Electrical Design, Project Management, Roadway Lighting Design, Intelligent Transportation Systems, Traffic Signal Design

DOC Deputy Chief of Health Services for the Southern Region

Springfield, Illinois, United States · On-site

$232k–$341k/yr

Senior

Job Requisition ID: 55610 Opening Date: 04/24/2026 Closing Date: 08/07/2026 Agency:Department of Corrections Class Title: MEDICAL ADM III - 26404 Skill Option: Special License - IL License to Practice Medicine; appropria…

Skills: Clinical Excellence, Policy Innovation, Medical Ethics, Budget Planning, Healthcare Administration

DOC Deputy Chief of Health Services for the Central Region

Springfield, Illinois, United States · On-site

$232k–$341k/yr

Senior

Job Requisition ID: 55617 Opening Date: 07/14/2026 Closing Date: 08/31/2026 Agency:Department of Corrections Class Title: MEDICAL ADM III - 26404 Skill Option: Special License - IL License to Practice Medicine; appropria…

Skills: Medical Program Direction, Clinical Planning, Infection Control, Women's Health, HIV Prevention

Contracts and Compliance Administrator

Oswego, Illinois, United States · On-site

$63k–$93k/yr

Mid level

Description Administers, coordinates, and maintains District contracts, procurement documents, professional service agreements, intergovernmental agreements, purchase orders, insurance documentation, and related records.…

Skills: Contract Management, Public Procurement, Compliance Tracking, Financial Oversight, Risk Management

Vine Street Market-Seasonal Staff

O'Fallon, Illinois, United States · On-site

Entry level

JOB TITLE: Vine Street Market- Seasonal Staff DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation – Vine Street Market FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt HOURLY RATE: $17.00 POSITION SUMMARY: The Vine Street Market is seeking multiple individuals to …

Skills: Customer Service, Communication Skills, POS Systems, Child Supervision, Agriculture Education

Resident Engineer - Municipal

Chicago, Illinois, United States · Hybrid

$112k–$166k/yr

Senior+

CONSTRUCTION SERVICES PRACTICE Michael Baker International’s Construction Services staff supports clients by acting as their trusted on-site representative throughout all phases of construction—from pre-construction thro…

Skills: Construction Management, Resident Engineering, Contract Administration, IDOT BLRS, Municipal Infrastructure

SGA/Leadership Coordinator

Joliet, Illinois, United States · On-site

Entry level

Wage - $22.20 an hour Schedule – Full Time Our staff also enjoy these benefits: Health, dental, vision, prescription and life insurance Short & long-term disability 401(k) retirement plan Paid time off and paid holidays …

Skills: Student Government Supervision, Leadership Training, Meeting Coordination, Record Keeping, Customer Service

Residential Advisor, Substitute

Joliet, Illinois, United States · On-site

Entry level

Wage - $22.09 an hour Schedule – As needed MTC is proud to operate the Joliet Job Corps Center in Joliet, IL where our staff provide quality services to our local youth. We value our professional and caring employees who…

Skills: Youth Guidance, Crisis Resolution, Student Mentoring, Administrative Reporting, Customer Service

Recreation Aide

Joliet, Illinois, United States · On-site

Entry level

Wage - $18.00 an hour Schedule – Full Time Our staff also enjoy these benefits: Health, dental, vision, prescription and life insurance Short & long-term disability 401(k) retirement plan Paid time off and paid holidays …

Skills: Program Planning, Student Supervision, Activity Coordination, Class Instruction, Customer Service

Programs Director

Joliet, Illinois, United States · On-site

$80k–$85k/yr

Mid level

Wage - $80,000 - 85,000 annually, based on experience Schedule – Full Time Our staff also enjoy these benefits: Health, dental, vision, prescription and life insurance Short & long-term disability 401(k) retirement plan …

Skills: Staff Supervision, Program Coordination, Budget Monitoring, Curriculum Development, Performance Evaluation

Procurement Specialist

Joliet, Illinois, United States · On-site

Mid level

Wage - $21.77 an hour Schedule – Full Time Our staff also enjoy these benefits: Health, dental, vision, prescription and life insurance Short & long-term disability 401(k) retirement plan Paid time off and paid holidays …

Skills: Procurement, Vendor Management, Contract Negotiation, Bidding Process, Purchase Orders

VP, Network Management (Illinois)

Downers Grove, Illinois, United States · On-site

Senior+$2.4B raised

JOB DESCRIPTION Job Summary Provides executive strategy and leadership to team responsible for network operations and contracting activities. Supports network strategy and development with respect to adequacy, financial …

Skills: Network Management, Contract Negotiation, Healthcare Operations, Value-Based Payment, Reimbursement Strategy

Food Service Supervisor

Quincy, Illinois, United States · On-site

Mid level

Wage Rate $21.00/hour Overview Are you looking for a career with premium benefits and the potential for growth? At Trinity Services Group, we have created something special, a better place to work and grow. Many employee…

Skills: Food Supervision, Food Handling Regulations, Sanitation, Menu Planning, Team Leadership

Junior Criminal Analyst

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

Entry level

Dynamis is seeking a Junior Criminal Analyst to be a frontline contributor to one of HSI’s highest-visibility enforcement missions: protecting the integrity of the U.S. workforce through Worksite Enforcement Unit (WSEU) …

Skills: Criminal Analysis, Compliance Auditing, Data Synthesis, Case Management, Legal Research

MANAGING DIRECTOR OF REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT

Chicago, Illinois, United States · Hybrid

$185k–$200k/yr

Senior+

Please Note: Communications regarding this position may include the company name “Banner Property” and should be deemed legitimate. LOCATION: Chicago, IL (Hybrid); In-office at least 2 days per week REPORTS T…

Skills: Affordable Housing Development, Financial Underwriting, Project Management, Risk Management, Stakeholder Engagement

Joint Fires Network (JFN) Engineer III

Scott AFB, Illinois, United States · On-site

$95k–$108k/yr

Mid level

Minimum Clearance RequiredTop Secret Responsibilities I2X Technologies is a reputable technology services company to the Federal Government. Whether the focus is on space exploration, national security, cyber security, o…

Skills: Network Operations, Circuit Configuration, Router Configuration, Switch Configuration, Network Monitoring

Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Logan (80146)

Lincoln, Illinois, United States · On-site

Mid level

Job DetailsJob Location: Logan Correctional Center - Lincoln, IL 62656Position Type: Full-TimeEducation Level: Professional DegreeJob Shift: DayJob Category: Medical Physician & Advanced Practice ProviderCenturion is pro…

Skills: Psychiatric Assessment, Diagnosis, Treatment Planning, Mental Health Services, Patient Care

Sr. Principal Software Engineer

Rolling Meadows, Illinois, United States · On-site

$131k–$197k/yr

Senior+

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: SAP TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities…

Skills: C++, Embedded Software, Linux, VxWorks, Object Oriented Programming

Chief of Staff - Space

Phoenix, Arizona, United States · Hybrid

$150k–$180k/yr

Senior+$250M raised

Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing. For you, working …

Skills: Strategic Planning, Executive Communication, Governance Management, Cross-functional Leadership, Risk Mitigation

Park Maintenance 1 - Full Time, Sunday-Thursday

Glen Ellyn, Illinois, United States · On-site

$19/hr–$22/hr

Entry level

FULL-TIME JOB OPENING HOURLY, NON-EXEMPT PARKS MAINTENANCE 1 (Opportunities for growth within GEPD) HOURS This is a full-time position with a year-round schedule of Sunday through Thursday, 7:00am-3:30pm, with occasional…

Skills: Landscaping, Grounds Maintenance, Power Tool Operation, Athletic Field Preparation, Snow Removal

Frequently asked questions

How much do Government & Public Sector jobs in Illinois pay?

Based on 1325 listings with disclosed salaries, most government & public sector jobs in Illinois pay between $60k–$165k per year. Individual offers vary with seniority, company size, and specialization.

How many Government & Public Sector jobs are open in Illinois right now?

There are currently 3,964 open government & public sector positions in Illinois listed on Clera. New openings are added daily as companies post roles.

Which companies are hiring for Government & Public Sector roles in Illinois?

Companies currently hiring include Chicago Public Schools, Illinois Department of Children and Family Services, Cook County Government, The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University, Northrop Grumman, among others. Browse the listings above to see every active employer.

Are there remote or hybrid Government & Public Sector jobs in Illinois?

Yes — 640 of the 3964 open government & public sector positions offer remote or hybrid work (94 remote, 546 hybrid).

How do I apply for Government & Public Sector jobs in Illinois?

Each listing links directly to the employer's application page. Apply early — fresh listings get the most recruiter attention in the first two weeks.