Government & Public Sector Jobs in Chicago, IL (Now Hiring) — 1,360 open — Page 14

Canvasser — Lakefront / Loop, Chicago

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

$20/hr

Entry level

Canvasser — Lakefront / Loop, Chicago Location: Lakefront and Loop, Chicago, IL (the Loop, South Loop, Streeterville, River North, Gold Coast, Near North, and surrounding lakefront neighborhoods) Pay: $20/hour Type: Full…

Skills: Communication, Data entry, Navigation, Problem-solving, Professionalism

Summer 2027 Applications Developer Intern

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

Entry level

NFA is purpose-driven. We safeguard the integrity of the derivatives markets, protect investors and ensure that our Members meet their regulatory obligations. We take pride in our work; maintain a conviction to do the ri…

Skills: Programming, Design, ASP.NET, Visual Basic.NET, C#

Summer 2027 Centralized Data Science and Analytics Intern

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

Entry level

NFA is purpose-driven. We safeguard the integrity of the derivatives markets, protect investors and ensure that our Members meet their regulatory obligations. We take pride in our work; maintain a conviction to do the ri…

Skills: Python, R, SQL, Tableau, Data Analysis

Canvasser — Pilsen / Little Village, Chicago

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

$20/hr

Entry level

Canvasser — Lakefront / Loop, Chicago Location: Pilsen and Little Village, Chicago, IL (Lower West Side, South Lawndale, Heart of Chicago, Marshall Square) Pay: $20/hour Type: Full-time, Part-time, Seasonal Start Date: S…

Skills: Bilingual, Spanish, English, Communication, Data entry

Computer Support Technician II (Information Services Specialist II, Opt. C)

Chicago, Illinois, United States · Hybrid

$6k–$9k/mo

Mid level

Job Requisition ID: 58544 Opening Date: 09/02/2026 Closing Date: 09/17/2026 Agency: Department of Innovation and Technology Class Title: INFORMATION SERVICES SPEC II (21162) Skill Option: Client Services - Information Te…

Skills: Computer hardware support, Software installation, Desktop support, Laptop configuration, Troubleshooting

NURSE CLINICIAN - WOUND MANAGEMENT

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

Mid level$1M raised

PLEASE BE ADVISED that this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement between Cook County and the National Nurses Organizing Committee. Pursuant to the collective bargaining agreement, Cook County will e…

Skills: Wound assessment, Wound management, Pressure injury prevention, Patient education, Clinical nursing

Anticipate Temporary School Counselor (December Start)

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

Mid level$16M raised

Requirements: Master's degree in school counseling AND current ISBE Professional Educator License (PEL) with a School Counseling Endorsement Reports to: Principal Evaluated by: Principal PRIMARY FUNCTION As vital members…

Skills: School counseling, Student support, Academic planning, Crisis intervention, Data analysis

Temporary Regular Teacher

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

Entry level$16M raised

CLASS TITLE: Teacher CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS: Under the supervision of the school principal, responsible for the instruction, progress, and discipline of all pupils in assigned classes, and performs related duties a…

Skills: Instructional planning, Classroom management, Behavior management, Curriculum development, Student assessment

PARALEGAL

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

$80k–$85k/yr

Mid level

Position Summary The Paralegal position with APCIA will provide junior level, technical and research support for APCIA’s SVP, General Counsel & Corporate Secretary and Vice President, Compliance Counsel, as well as…

Skills: Lobbying registration, Campaign finance compliance, Legal research, Legal drafting, Litigation support

Temporary Special Education Teacher

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

Entry level$16M raised

ABOUT CPS: We are an urban district on the rise. The support and resources we provide to our staff enables them to make the greatest difference where it’s needed most. Be a part of the change. Our mission is to provide a…

Skills: Special education, Individualized education plan, Instructional design, Classroom management, Student assessment

Chicago Park District

Project Manager-Construction (Capital Construction)*

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

$90k–$92k/yr

Senior

Title: Project Manager-Construction (Capital Construction) CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS: Under direction, is responsible for planning, coordinating and managing construction projects and related programs of a complex and…

Skills: Project management, Construction management, Budgeting, Scheduling, Contract administration

Temporary Special Ed Classroom Assistant

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

Entry level$16M raised

CLASS TITLE: Special Education Classroom Assistant CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS: Under the general direction of the school principal, and under the immediate supervision of a Special Education teacher holding a valid tea…

Skills: Special education support, One-on-one tutoring, Personal hygiene assistance, Behavior management, Classroom assistance

Part-Time Seasonal

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

Entry level$16M raised

Temporary Part Time Seasonal Roles The Chicago Public Schools utilizes temporary part-time seasonal support in school-based, network and central office positions. Duties are identified by the hiring manager following the…

Skills: Data entry, Filing, Clerical support, Office administration, Communication

Administrative Assistant, Office of Administrative Hearings

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

Mid level$16M raised

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is a district on the rise, serving over 320,000 students in 500+ schools and employing over 44,000 people, most of them teachers. CPS has set ambitious goals to ensure that every student, in …

Skills: Attention to detail, Organizational skills, Time management, Communication skills, Interpersonal skills

IT Systems Specialist II

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

$20/hr

Mid level

SUMMARY: The position duties include a wide range of activities related to the administration and support of the various computer systems, as well a preparing data analysis, documenting processes and procedures as well a…

Skills: System administration, Data analysis, Technical documentation, SharePoint, Microsoft Excel

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE II - CERMAK - HIRING FAIR - SEPTEMBER 11, 2026

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

Mid level$1M raised

Cook County Health will seek to fill the position by means of the Hiring Fair process. Note: Onsite interviews will be held at 1950 West Polk Street - 5th Floor, Chicago, IL 60612. The only opportunity to interview for t…

Skills: Nursing care, Medication administration, Patient observation, Vital signs monitoring, Wound care

School Based Misc (<20 Hrs Wk)

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

Entry level$16M raised

Re-Opening Miscellaneous Employee Job Description Characteristics of the Class: Temporary role under the supervision of the school Principal responsible for supervision of students and other related duties as required to…

Skills: Student Supervision, Health Screening, Classroom Management, Technology Support, Communication

CLERK V - CERMAK HEALTH SERVICES

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

Mid level$1M raised

LOCATION: CERMAK HEALTH SERVICES OF COOK COUNTY, 2800 S. CALIFORNIA AVE., CHICAGO, IL 60608 SHIFT: 8AM - 4PM Job Summary AFSCME 1111 Under general supervision, performs a variety of clerical functions requiring discretio…

Skills: Patient registration, Electronic medical records, Customer service, Scheduling, Data entry

SY 26-27 Anticipated School Clerk

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

Entry level$16M raised

CLASS TITLE: School Clerk I CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS: Under the general direction of the school principal, performs any of several specialized clerical functions in a large public school facility, or performs a varie…

Skills: Clerical work, Typing, Recordkeeping, Payroll processing, Data entry

MANAGER OF PEER REVIEW

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

Mid level$1M raised

DEPARTMENT / LOCATION: QUALITY ASSURANCE / STROGER SHIFT: 8AM-4PM This position is exempt from Career Service under the CCH Personnel Rules. Job Summary The Manager of Peer is responsible for the coordination, administra…

Skills: Peer review coordination, Quality assurance, Physician quality review, Regulatory compliance, Patient safety

Frequently asked questions

How many Government & Public Sector jobs are open in Chicago, IL right now?

There are currently 1,360 open government & public sector positions in Chicago, IL listed on Clera. New openings are added daily as companies post roles.

Which companies are hiring for Government & Public Sector roles in Chicago, IL?

Companies currently hiring include Chicago Public Schools, Cook County Government, Illinois Department of Children and Family Services, Chicago Transit Authority, OpenGov Inc., among others. Browse the listings above to see every active employer.

Are there remote or hybrid Government & Public Sector jobs in Chicago, IL?

Yes — 281 of the 1360 open government & public sector positions offer remote or hybrid work (53 remote, 228 hybrid).

How do I apply for Government & Public Sector jobs in Chicago, IL?

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