Cook County, IL Jobs Hiring Now
Cook County, IL is hiring for 18 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in IT support and compliance & legal, with listed salaries up to about $147,000. Migrate Mate updates Cook County, IL's live openings daily. Cook County, Illinois is a large county government serving the Chicago metropolitan area, with departments covering human rights, transportation, economic development, environmental sustainability, public health, and facilities management.
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Cook County, IL hiring data on Migrate Mate, as of July 16, 2026.
- Open jobs
- 18
- Top team
- IT Support
- Seniority
- Across all levels
- Work type
- 44% remote or hybrid
- Top location
- Chicago
- Salary range
- $72,000–$147,000
Listed salaries for Cook County, IL roles on Migrate Mate range from about $72,000 to $147,000 per year across 18 open roles, as of July 16, 2026.
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Under the general direction of the Maintenance Bureau Chief, assumes overall responsibility for the day-to-day administrative, technical, and professional operations of one of the Transportation and Highways Department’s Regional Maintenance Districts. Supervises, directs and provides logistic and strategic planning with regard to the deployment of all staff engaged in the year round maintenance of County roads and highways; this includes, but is not limited to, maintenance of highways and their appurtenances, such as pavement patching, minor resurfacings, drainage systems, bridges, and landscaping, street sweeping and cleaning within roadway jurisdiction, snow and ice removal, mowing and vegetation control. Manage the resourcing and execution of all manpower, equipment, and daily maintenance assignments. Provides direction to other professional and sub-professional Highway staff engaged in these and related functions. Confers and reports to the Maintenance Bureau Chief, Deputy Maintenance Bureau Chiefs or other designated Department of Transportation and Highways Bureau Chiefs as required. Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Possession of High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) certificate and twelve (12) years of highway engineering work experience in Public Works or Management Operations, which includes but is not limited to the following operations: maintenance of highways and their appurtenances, such as pavement patching, minor resurfacings, drainage systems, bridges, and landscaping within roadway jurisdiction, snow, and ice removal, mowing and vegetation control. Task experience within these operations includes the management of resources and manpower, equipment, and daily maintenance assignments for the day-to-day operations above. is required.
- Two (2) years’ supervisory experience in Public Works or Maintenance Operations is required.
- An equivalent combination of education and/or experience is required.
- Current valid driver’s license is required.
This position is considered a safety-sensitive position. Candidates who are selected to fill safety-sensitive positions must pass a required drug test as part of the pre-employment background check process.
https://www.cookcountyil.gov/sites/default/files/service/drug-and-alcohol-policy.pdf
Candidates who are contacted will be required to produce original required documents (e.g., current driver’s license, diploma, school transcript, certifications, etc.) listed on the Notice of Job Opportunity within five (5) days of being extended an offer, in writing, by the Bureau Chief of BHR (or designee). Candidates will be notified of how to submit required documents.
- Degrees awarded outside of the United States, with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States territories and Canada, must be credentialed by the World Education Services (WES), Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE), or a National Association of Credential Evaluation (NACES) member organization.
- Knowledge, skill, and ability pursuant to managing the resourcing and execution of all manpower, equipment, and daily maintenance assignments for the day-to-day operation of one of the Cook County Department of Transportation and Highways Maintenance Divisions.
- Knowledge of the proper safe operation of various road maintenance equipment.
- Ability to supervise, plan, assign, coordinate, and direct the work assignments of support staff engaged in highway maintenance, including Laborers, Road Equipment Operators, and Motor Vehicle Drivers.
- Ability to keep abreast of community trends and developments which may impact field operations.
- Ability to maintain written records as required, perform measurements or other routine computations, provide timely and accurate written and verbal reports on activities in the field, and communicate with professionalism to diverse groups.
- Ability to exercise good judgment when evaluating situations and making decisions, follow instructions, and relate well with others.
- Ability to understand and apply the rules, regulations, and protocols governing employee performance and behavior as set forth in labor contracts and County personnel ordinances. Ability to resolve disputes in the workplace.
- Ability to travel moderately to extensively to work assignments throughout Cook County, including working outdoors in inclement weather.
The duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee's normal line of work.
- MEET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION.
- IDENTIFY THEMSELVES AS A VETERAN ON THEIR EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION BY ANSWERING YES TO THE QUESTION “Are you a military veteran?”
- ATTACH A COPY OF THEIR DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (NOTICE OF SEPARATION) AT TIME OF APPLICATION FILING. IF YOU HAVE MULTIPLE DD 214S, 215S, OR NGB 22S, PLEASE SUBMIT THE ONE WITH THE LATEST DATE. COAST GUARD MUST SUBMIT A CERTIFIED COPY OF THE MILITARY SEPARATION FROM EITHER THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (BEFORE 911) OR THE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY (AFTER 911).
Group and Voluntary Benefits Offered:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Basic Term Life Insurance
- Pension Plan
- Deferred Compensation Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
- Voluntary Benefits
- You May Qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
Hourly Wage: $53.518
- This position requires successful completion of post-offer tests, which may include a background check, drug screen, and medical examination.
Falsification of any information in the application process will result in disqualification, dismissal after hire, and/or placement on the County’s Ineligible for Rehire List for a period of two (2) or five (5) years. For current County employees, such falsification may result in discipline, up to and including termination, and placement on the County’s Ineligible for Rehire List for a period of two (2) or five (5) years. See Cook County Code of Ordinances, Article II, Sections 44-54 Unlawful Practices Relating to Employees and Employment - Penalty, 44-56 Political Discrimination; Cook County Employment Plan, Section V.N. Pre-Interview License and Certification Verification; Supplemental Policy No. 2014-2.13 Ineligible for Rehire List; and Cook County Personnel Rules 3.3(b) (7) (d)
EEO Statement
Cook County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) employer. Cook County prohibits illegal discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, source of income, housing status, military service or discharge status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected category established by law, statute or ordinance as further defined in Chapter 44. Human Resources, Article II. Personnel Polices, Section 44-53 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances and Chapter 42. Human Relations, Article II. Human Rights, Section 42-35 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances.
NOTE: As an internal candidate, should you be offered the position, salary allocations shall abide by the Cook County Personnel Rules.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Social Media Disclaimer
The County’s hiring process is governed by the Cook County Employment Plan, which prohibits employment actions from being influenced by any Political Reasons or Factors for Non-Exempt Positions. The advertisement of this position by any individual does not constitute an offer or promise of employment, promotion, or any other employment action and shall not influence the County’s hiring decision. Cook County officials and employees who become aware of or receive a complaint that involves an allegation of Political Reasons or Factors being considered in the hiring process of Non-Exempt positions are obligated to refer the complaint to the Cook County - Office of the Inspector General. If the Cook County Inspector General sustains allegations of Political Reasons or Factors being considered, Cook County will disqualify the Applicant or Candidate from consideration for employment and disciplinary action will be imposed on any involved Cook County employees, if applicable.
Under the general direction of the Maintenance Bureau Chief, assumes overall responsibility for the day-to-day administrative, technical, and professional operations of one of the Transportation and Highways Department’s Regional Maintenance Districts. Supervises, directs and provides logistic and strategic planning with regard to the deployment of all staff engaged in the year round maintenance of County roads and highways; this includes, but is not limited to, maintenance of highways and their appurtenances, such as pavement patching, minor resurfacings, drainage systems, bridges, and landscaping, street sweeping and cleaning within roadway jurisdiction, snow and ice removal, mowing and vegetation control. Manage the resourcing and execution of all manpower, equipment, and daily maintenance assignments. Provides direction to other professional and sub-professional Highway staff engaged in these and related functions. Confers and reports to the Maintenance Bureau Chief, Deputy Maintenance Bureau Chiefs or other designated Department of Transportation and Highways Bureau Chiefs as required. Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Possession of High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) certificate and twelve (12) years of highway engineering work experience in Public Works or Management Operations, which includes but is not limited to the following operations: maintenance of highways and their appurtenances, such as pavement patching, minor resurfacings, drainage systems, bridges, and landscaping within roadway jurisdiction, snow, and ice removal, mowing and vegetation control. Task experience within these operations includes the management of resources and manpower, equipment, and daily maintenance assignments for the day-to-day operations above. is required.
- Two (2) years’ supervisory experience in Public Works or Maintenance Operations is required.
- An equivalent combination of education and/or experience is required.
- Current valid driver’s license is required.
This position is considered a safety-sensitive position. Candidates who are selected to fill safety-sensitive positions must pass a required drug test as part of the pre-employment background check process.
https://www.cookcountyil.gov/sites/default/files/service/drug-and-alcohol-policy.pdf
Candidates who are contacted will be required to produce original required documents (e.g., current driver’s license, diploma, school transcript, certifications, etc.) listed on the Notice of Job Opportunity within five (5) days of being extended an offer, in writing, by the Bureau Chief of BHR (or designee). Candidates will be notified of how to submit required documents.
- Degrees awarded outside of the United States, with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States territories and Canada, must be credentialed by the World Education Services (WES), Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE), or a National Association of Credential Evaluation (NACES) member organization.
- Knowledge, skill, and ability pursuant to managing the resourcing and execution of all manpower, equipment, and daily maintenance assignments for the day-to-day operation of one of the Cook County Department of Transportation and Highways Maintenance Divisions.
- Knowledge of the proper safe operation of various road maintenance equipment.
- Ability to supervise, plan, assign, coordinate, and direct the work assignments of support staff engaged in highway maintenance, including Laborers, Road Equipment Operators, and Motor Vehicle Drivers.
- Ability to keep abreast of community trends and developments which may impact field operations.
- Ability to maintain written records as required, perform measurements or other routine computations, provide timely and accurate written and verbal reports on activities in the field, and communicate with professionalism to diverse groups.
- Ability to exercise good judgment when evaluating situations and making decisions, follow instructions, and relate well with others.
- Ability to understand and apply the rules, regulations, and protocols governing employee performance and behavior as set forth in labor contracts and County personnel ordinances. Ability to resolve disputes in the workplace.
- Ability to travel moderately to extensively to work assignments throughout Cook County, including working outdoors in inclement weather.
The duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee's normal line of work.
- MEET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION.
- IDENTIFY THEMSELVES AS A VETERAN ON THEIR EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION BY ANSWERING YES TO THE QUESTION “Are you a military veteran?”
- ATTACH A COPY OF THEIR DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (NOTICE OF SEPARATION) AT TIME OF APPLICATION FILING. IF YOU HAVE MULTIPLE DD 214S, 215S, OR NGB 22S, PLEASE SUBMIT THE ONE WITH THE LATEST DATE. COAST GUARD MUST SUBMIT A CERTIFIED COPY OF THE MILITARY SEPARATION FROM EITHER THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (BEFORE 911) OR THE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY (AFTER 911).
Group and Voluntary Benefits Offered:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Basic Term Life Insurance
- Pension Plan
- Deferred Compensation Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
- Voluntary Benefits
- You May Qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
Hourly Wage: $53.518
- This position requires successful completion of post-offer tests, which may include a background check, drug screen, and medical examination.
Falsification of any information in the application process will result in disqualification, dismissal after hire, and/or placement on the County’s Ineligible for Rehire List for a period of two (2) or five (5) years. For current County employees, such falsification may result in discipline, up to and including termination, and placement on the County’s Ineligible for Rehire List for a period of two (2) or five (5) years. See Cook County Code of Ordinances, Article II, Sections 44-54 Unlawful Practices Relating to Employees and Employment - Penalty, 44-56 Political Discrimination; Cook County Employment Plan, Section V.N. Pre-Interview License and Certification Verification; Supplemental Policy No. 2014-2.13 Ineligible for Rehire List; and Cook County Personnel Rules 3.3(b) (7) (d)
EEO Statement
Cook County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) employer. Cook County prohibits illegal discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, source of income, housing status, military service or discharge status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected category established by law, statute or ordinance as further defined in Chapter 44. Human Resources, Article II. Personnel Polices, Section 44-53 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances and Chapter 42. Human Relations, Article II. Human Rights, Section 42-35 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances.
NOTE: As an internal candidate, should you be offered the position, salary allocations shall abide by the Cook County Personnel Rules.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Social Media Disclaimer
The County’s hiring process is governed by the Cook County Employment Plan, which prohibits employment actions from being influenced by any Political Reasons or Factors for Non-Exempt Positions. The advertisement of this position by any individual does not constitute an offer or promise of employment, promotion, or any other employment action and shall not influence the County’s hiring decision. Cook County officials and employees who become aware of or receive a complaint that involves an allegation of Political Reasons or Factors being considered in the hiring process of Non-Exempt positions are obligated to refer the complaint to the Cook County - Office of the Inspector General. If the Cook County Inspector General sustains allegations of Political Reasons or Factors being considered, Cook County will disqualify the Applicant or Candidate from consideration for employment and disciplinary action will be imposed on any involved Cook County employees, if applicable.
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Cook County, IL's 18 open roles are across all levels, and about 44% are remote or hybrid. The most active teams are IT support, compliance & legal, and quality control. Cook County, Illinois is one of the largest county governments in the United States, operating departments that span public administration, infrastructure, human services, environmental regulation, budget management, and independent oversight. Roles range from auditors, engineers, and data analysts to program managers, investigators, and classification specialists across multiple agencies. Most Cook County, IL roles are based in Chicago, with some in Bloomington and Ellettsville.
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How many jobs is Cook County, IL hiring for right now?
Cook County, IL is hiring for 18 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, updated daily, concentrated in IT support and compliance & legal. Positions span departments including human rights, economic development, transportation, environment, budget management, and the Office of the Independent Inspector General, reflecting the breadth of Cook County's government operations.
What kinds of roles does Cook County, IL hire for?
The most active teams are IT support, compliance & legal, and quality control. Cook County hires across a wide range of government functions, including program management, data analysis, engineering, auditing, grant analysis, security, human resources, and administrative roles. Many positions are tied to specific county departments or union classifications. Most postings are across all levels, with openings at both individual contributor and management levels.
Are Cook County, IL jobs remote or in-person?
A mix of remote and on-site. About 44% of Cook County, IL's open roles on Migrate Mate are remote or hybrid as of July 16, 2026, with the rest based in Chicago. Each Cook County, IL listing shows its work location so you can filter before applying.
How do I apply to a job at Cook County, IL?
Find a Cook County role on Migrate Mate, then follow the listing through to Cook County, IL's own careers portal on cookcountyil.gov to complete the official application. Cook County manages its own hiring process, including any required exams, union eligibility checks, or department-specific steps. Review each posting carefully for instructions specific to that role.
What do Cook County, IL jobs pay?
Listed salaries for Cook County, IL roles on Migrate Mate range from about $72,000 to $147,000 per year as of July 16, 2026, with most postings at across all levels. Exact pay is set by Cook County, IL and shown on each listing.
Does Cook County, IL hire entry-level?
Most of Cook County, IL's open roles on Migrate Mate are across all levels as of July 16, 2026. Check individual Cook County, IL listings for stated experience requirements.
Where is Cook County, IL hiring?
Most Cook County, IL roles are based in Chicago, with some in Bloomington and Ellettsville, and about 44% offer remote or hybrid work as of July 16, 2026. Migrate Mate shows the location on each listing.