Employment

DCEO

Layoff Assistance Guide

After a layoff you may need specific resources to help you recover. Use this resource to find short-term recovery programs, like Unemployment Insurance, and others that can help you get back on your feet.

THA

Careers at the Illinois Tollway

Looking to join the Tollway team? Check out all our employment opportunities.

ILCC

Bartender License

View additional information on the Beverage Alcohol Sellers and Servers Education and Training (BASSET).

IDHR

Employment Charge of Discrimination

IDHR investigates charges of Employment discrimination filed against private employers, state or local government, unions and employment agencies. Individuals can also be charges in some cases.

IDOA

Pesticide License Search

A pesticide license is required of everyone applying Restricted Use pesticides or anyone applying General or Restricted Use pesticides in the course of employment.

IDOR

Taxpayer Answer Center

Find an answer to your tax question by category.

IDOR

Income Tax Refund Status Inquiry

Utilize 'Where's My Refund?' to find out

IDOR

Error Notice & Bill Inquiry

Utilize MyTax Illinois for error notices and bill inquiries.

IDOR

File Income Taxes

File income taxes online with MyTax Illinois.

IDOR

Illinois Income Tax Filing (IL-1040)

Use MyTax Illinois to electronically file your original Individual Income Tax Return.

IDOR

Tax Rate Finder

Utilize the Tax Rate Database for more information on taxes administered by IDOR.

CMS

Deferred Compensation Plan

Information and forms to enroll in (tax) deferred compensation plan.

CMS

State Government Jobs

State of Illinois job postings and information

DCEO

Connect To Job Education & Training Opportunities

These articles cover resources and tools to plan and participate in training opportunities and connect to financial support to become qualified in your career field.

DCEO

Job Openings in Illinois

Use the Illinois workNet JobFinder to find recent job listings that best fit your skills and interests.

DCEO

Illinois workNet Online Resume Builder

A comprehensive tool to help you build your resume and stand out from the crowd

DCEO

Prepare For A Job Search, & Interview

These articles cover resources and tools to help you get a job or start a business.

DCEO

Recruit & Hire Employees

The resources here will help you explore recruiting opportunities, post jobs, find local events (like job fairs in your area), and learn about special programs.

IDES

Certify Weekly Unemployment Benefits

You must certify for your eligibility every two weeks. There are two ways to claim your weeks of unemployment insurance benefits: certify online via the website or by phone using the Tele-Serve system. You can certify for benefits online at http://www.ides.illinois.gov/Pages/Certify_Weekly_Benefits.aspx

IDES

Apply for Unemployment Insurance Benefits

The employment service registration requirement is an existing legal requirement for individuals who have applied for Unemployment Insurance benefits. In Illinois, claimants register with the employment service online at www.IllinoisJobLink.com.

IDES

Find Job Fairs

IDES hosts job fairs and hiring events all across Illinois. Find the one nearest to you.

IDES

Find Employment Services for Veterans

Assisting veterans in finding gainful employment is a top priority at IDES. Our staff provides veterans with priority of service for employment services (does not apply to unemployment insurance). In addition, we have nearly 40 offices located throughout Illinois with Employment Specialists available to provide a full array of services to assist veterans.

SOS

CDL Appointment Scheduling

Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Scheduling allows you to schedule a CDL appointment on line. It also discusses what is required to schedule an appointment or to call regarding information concerning CDL's.

DHS

Vocational Rehabilitation Services

Vocational Rehabilitation Services help people with disabilities find and keep jobs. These services help people find jobs or get ready to work. They also make sure that people have the supports they need to stay on the job.

GOV

Gubernatorial Appointment Application

Learn more about Illinois' Boards and Commissions and apply for membership on them

GOV

Find Volunteer Opportunities

Links to Serve Illinois website to find or submit volunteer opportunities statewide

IWCC

Employer's Workers' Compensation Insurance Coverage Search

Search and verify employers' workers' compensation insurance policies. The database does not include Illinois employers that are in self-insurance pools, which are regulated by the Illinois Division of Insurance

DMA

Military Affairs Job Openings

The Illinois Department of Military Affairs is a dedicated team of professionals that support and serve the uniformed men and women of the Illinois National Guard.

CMS

College Insurance Program

Site with information FOR STATE EMPLOYEES about securing health insurance coverage for college students in your family

DHS

Apply for Disability Rehabilitation Services

If you live in Illinois and have a disability, the Division of Rehabilitation Services may be able to help you find a job or live at home independently.

DMA

Lincoln’s ChalleNGe Academy:

Lincoln’s ChalleNGe Academy is a quasi-military structured education program for Illinois youth 15 1/2 to 18 years old. It offers a safe residential environment with a life skills and character-building curriculum for an opportunity to help change their future for the better. LCA uses a holistic approach to help cadets become responsible and productive members of their communities. Cadets have the opportunity to gain positive values, receive job skill certifications, and academic credentials, and learn life skills to help them better prepare themselves. They use skills in the 12-month Post Residential Phase as they follow their life plan, work with their mentor, and continued support from the academy. LCA is a voluntary program. Cadets are not court-ordered or placed in the program. It is a choice they make to change the direction of their lives.