City Attorney Jobs in Illinois

City Attorney jobs in Illinois are open across Chicago, Calumet City, and Granite City and other Illinois metros, with employers like City of Chicago, IL, City of Hope, and Rantoul City School District 137 hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles172+
Top employerCity of Chicago, IL
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring22
Work type97% On-site
Top industryGovernment

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Optometrist (Big City Optical) - North Shore, IL
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Optometrist (Big City Optical) - North Shore, IL
Vision Service Plan
Chicago, Illinois
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$135k - $155k/yr
On-Site
Doctorate

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Optometrist (Big City Optical) - Glenview, IL
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Optometrist (Big City Optical) - Glenview, IL
Vision Service Plan
Chicago, Illinois
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$135k - $155k/yr
On-Site
Doctorate

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First Financial Bank, N.A.
Preferred Banker I (Windy City District)
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Preferred Banker I (Windy City District)
First Financial Bank, N.A.
Orland Park, Illinois
Sales
Account Management
Customer Service & Support
$58k - $78k/yr
On-Site
Associate's

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First Financial Bank, N.A.
Financial Wellness Specialist I (Windy City District)
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Financial Wellness Specialist I (Windy City District)
First Financial Bank, N.A.
Chicago Ridge, Illinois
Sales
Customer Service & Support
Partnerships & Business Development
Compliance & Legal
$58k - $78k/yr
On-Site
High School

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Rocket Mortgage, LLC
Real Estate Agent - Chicago City
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Real Estate Agent - Chicago City
Rocket Mortgage, LLC
Chicago, Illinois
Real Estate Sales
Account Management
Customer Service & Support
Property Management
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City Attorney Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Chicago
52 jobs
Calumet City
26 jobs
Granite City
26 jobs
Zion
26 jobs
Rantoul
12 jobs
City of Chicago
3 jobs
Coal City
3 jobs
Farmer City
3 jobs
Gibson City
3 jobs

City Attorney Job Market in Illinois

A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • City of Chicago, IL
    City of Chicago, IL45
  • City of Hope
    City of Hope29
  • Rantoul City School District 137
    Rantoul City School District 13712
  • Finish Line
    Finish Line4
  • Goodyear
    Goodyear4

Top Industries Hiring

  • Government & Public Sector46
  • Healthcare & Medical Services22
  • Food & Beverage16
  • Education14
  • Science & Research14

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in city attorney jobs across Illinois.

  • Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
  • Active bar admission in the applicable state
  • Experience advising government agencies or public entities
  • Knowledge of municipal law, zoning, and land use regulations
  • Litigation experience in civil and administrative proceedings
  • Familiarity with open meetings laws and public records requirements

City Attorney Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How many city attorney jobs are there in Illinois?

There are 172+ city attorney openings in Illinois on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Chicago, Calumet City, and Granite City. New positions post regularly as employers across Illinois hire.

How much do city attorneys make in Illinois?

City attorneys in Illinois earn a median of about $160,800 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $82,160 for the lowest 10% to over $330,200 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which Illinois cities have the most city attorney jobs?

Chicago, Calumet City, and Granite City have the most city attorney openings in Illinois right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire city attorneys in Illinois?

Employers hiring city attorneys in Illinois include City of Chicago, IL, City of Hope, and Rantoul City School District 137, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote city attorney jobs in Illinois?

Yes. About 3% of city attorney openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Illinois metros.

How do I apply for city attorney jobs in Illinois?

You can apply to city attorney jobs in Illinois directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Illinois location, then apply to each one that fits.

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