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Finding a job that provides you with a solid foundation for longevity, benefits, and an opportunity for growth.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Working for the government provides you with all of these components, as well as allowing you to be a part of supporting your community and country in a fulfilling way. If you&#8217;ve never worked for the government, you may wonder how to even start finding available <a href=\"https:\/\/www.careersingovernment.com\/tools\/blog\/jobs-in-government\/\">jobs in government<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don&#8217;t worry; that&#8217;s why we&#8217;re here. We&#8217;ve compiled our favorite online resources for finding government job postings without having to scroll through both government and non-government positions.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this article, you&#8217;ll discover where to find government jobs and what to expect throughout the process.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-44116 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.careersingovernment.com\/tools\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Landscape-view-of-buildings.jpg\" alt=\"Landscape view of buildings\" width=\"1200\" height=\"550\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.careersingovernment.com\/tools\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Landscape-view-of-buildings.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.careersingovernment.com\/tools\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Landscape-view-of-buildings-980x449.jpg 980w, https:\/\/www.careersingovernment.com\/tools\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Landscape-view-of-buildings-480x220.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1200px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<div id=\"cg_state_of_illinois\" class=\"anchor\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<h2><b>The State of Illinois<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Living in Illinois provides you with plenty of opportunities to work in the government. Whether you&#8217;re living in Springfield or a large city like Chicago, there are many job opportunities available today.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Illinois offers both urban and small-town living, and both are great for raising families. The economy in the state is constantly growing, drawing in businesses in all industries. Areas like Chicago are a melting pot for culture, entertainment, and cuisine&#8211;and have a little something for just about everyone.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re currently living in the state or thinking about relocating to this state, right now, finding government jobs in Illinois is easy&#8211;but only when you know where to start.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;Search Form SJB&#8221; module_class=&#8221;sjb-search-form&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; background_image=&#8221;https:\/\/www.careersingovernment.com\/tools\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/People-in-a-workplace.jpg&#8221; min_height=&#8221;450px&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||0px||true|false&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;2_5,3_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_sidebar area=&#8221;cs-6&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_sidebar][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;3_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; custom_padding_last_edited=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Section text Part Two&#8221; module_class=&#8221;cig-blog-details&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.3&#8243; max_width=&#8221;1024px&#8221; module_alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;|auto||auto|false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;|0px|0|0px|false|false&#8221; custom_padding_tablet=&#8221;50px|0|50px|0&#8243; custom_padding_phone=&#8221;&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row column_padding_mobile=&#8221;on&#8221; custom_padding_last_edited=&#8221;on|tablet&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;row&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.3&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; max_width=&#8221;1200px&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||0px|&#8221; custom_padding_tablet=&#8221;0px|||&#8221; custom_padding_phone=&#8221;&#8221; use_custom_width=&#8221;on&#8221; custom_width_px=&#8221;1200px&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.3&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.21.0&#8243; text_font=&#8221;PT Serif||||&#8221; text_text_color=&#8221;#363636&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;24&#8243; text_line_height=&#8221;1.5em&#8221; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; min_height=&#8221;929px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px||0px|&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||30px||false|false&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; text_font_size_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; text_font_size_phone=&#8221;&#8221; text_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|tablet&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<div id=\"cg_illinois_before_applying\" class=\"anchor\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<h2><b>Before Applying<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before you start applying to government jobs in Illinois, decide what types of positions you&#8217;re looking for.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you looking for a role in human services, information technology, administrative support, legal, Air Force, or any other government sector? There are plenty of opportunities available right now.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use your past experience and training to help you decide which jobs to apply for. The job resources in this article allow you to filter by department, salary, location, entry-level or non-entry-level, and many other components. So if you&#8217;re looking for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.careersingovernment.com\/tools\/blog\/government-jobs-in-maryland\/\">government jobs in Maryland<\/a> as well as Illinois, or anywhere else in the country, these resources can also help you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-44114 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.careersingovernment.com\/tools\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/A-woman-sitting-behind-a-desktop-computer-1024x469.jpg\" alt=\"A woman sitting behind a desktop computer\" width=\"1024\" height=\"469\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.careersingovernment.com\/tools\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/A-woman-sitting-behind-a-desktop-computer-1024x469.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.careersingovernment.com\/tools\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/A-woman-sitting-behind-a-desktop-computer-980x449.jpg 980w, https:\/\/www.careersingovernment.com\/tools\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/A-woman-sitting-behind-a-desktop-computer-480x220.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<div id=\"cg_illinois_work_for_government\" class=\"anchor\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<h2><b>Why Work for the Government?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Working for the government means you receive a superior benefits package.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Paid Time Off<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sick Leave<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">401K<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Retirement Plan<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tuition Reimbursement<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Life Insurance<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Healthcare<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Benefits may vary depending on state, city, department, and location.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-44115 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.careersingovernment.com\/tools\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/A-woman-wearing-a-white-overall-with-a-stethoscope-around-her-neck-1024x469.jpg\" alt=\"A woman wearing a white overall with a stethoscope around her neck\" width=\"1024\" height=\"469\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.careersingovernment.com\/tools\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/A-woman-wearing-a-white-overall-with-a-stethoscope-around-her-neck-1024x469.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.careersingovernment.com\/tools\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/A-woman-wearing-a-white-overall-with-a-stethoscope-around-her-neck-980x449.jpg 980w, https:\/\/www.careersingovernment.com\/tools\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/A-woman-wearing-a-white-overall-with-a-stethoscope-around-her-neck-480x220.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<div id=\"cg_illinois_health_human\" class=\"anchor\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<h2><b>Department of Health and Human Services<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The department of health and services is a government sector that focuses on supporting the health and well-being of the country. In Illinois, you can find available positions as a nurse, physician, contract specialist, health technician, or health insurance specialist. For a more extensive list of available opportunities in healthcare, check out <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usajobs.gov\/Search\/Results?l=Illinois&amp;d=HE&amp;hp=public&amp;p=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">this resource<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"cg_illinois_education\" class=\"anchor\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<h2><b>Department of Education<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Working in education is an impactful way to work in a government position. These jobs include student care advisor, special education data manager, information technology auditor, administrative support for educator effectiveness, and many other positions.<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.governmentjobs.com\/jobs?location=illinois%20&amp;category%5B0%5D=Education\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Find these opportunities here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, where you can read each job&#8217;s requirements, expectations, salary, and other essential information.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;Similar Jobs&#8221; module_class=&#8221;sidebar-similar-jobs&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||||false|false&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_sidebar area=&#8221;cs-7&#8243; module_class=&#8221;blog-similar-jobs&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_sidebar][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; custom_padding_last_edited=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Section text Part Three&#8221; module_class=&#8221;cig-blog-details&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.3&#8243; max_width=&#8221;1024px&#8221; module_alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;|auto||auto|false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;|0px|0|0px|false|false&#8221; custom_padding_tablet=&#8221;50px|0|50px|0&#8243; custom_padding_phone=&#8221;&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row column_padding_mobile=&#8221;on&#8221; custom_padding_last_edited=&#8221;on|tablet&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;row&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.3&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; max_width=&#8221;1200px&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||0px|&#8221; custom_padding_tablet=&#8221;0px|||&#8221; custom_padding_phone=&#8221;&#8221; use_custom_width=&#8221;on&#8221; custom_width_px=&#8221;1200px&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.3&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.21.0&#8243; text_font=&#8221;PT Serif||||&#8221; text_text_color=&#8221;#363636&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;24&#8243; text_line_height=&#8221;1.5em&#8221; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; min_height=&#8221;929px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px||0px|&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||30px||false|false&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; text_font_size_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; text_font_size_phone=&#8221;&#8221; text_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|tablet&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<div id=\"cg_illinois_Chicagogov\" class=\"anchor\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<h2><a href=\"http:\/\/chicago.gov\"><b>Chicago.gov<\/b><\/a><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the best resources for job hunters in Illinois is <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.chicago.gov\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">www.Chicago.gov<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. To use the site, register your account and create a candidate profile. Creating an account allows you to apply for multiple positions without needing to enter your personal information each time. After that, begin searching for available opportunities.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have any questions or concerns,<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/chicago.gov\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chicago.gov<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> offers a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chicago.gov\/content\/dam\/city\/depts\/dhr\/supp_info\/Candidate_Experience__v14_3-10.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Candidate Experience<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> guide that walks you through the site and application process.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may be required to have proof of identity or other required documentation, which can be uploaded directly into your candidate portal.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you&#8217;ve created your candidate profile, you can review their available positions. If you&#8217;re looking for a specific title, enter it in the keywords section. Or, you can filter results by job field, location, or organization.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"cg_illinois_resume_cover_letter\" class=\"anchor\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<h2><b>Your Resume &amp; Cover Letter<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When was the last time you updated your resume and cover letter? These documents are essential for creating a great first impression for employers. Before you start applying, make sure you&#8217;re updating both of these documents and utilizing a<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.resumebuilder.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">resume builder<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> if necessary.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re creating a candidate profile, make sure the information entered in your profile matches what information is on your resume in order to provide a legitimate outline of your experience, talents, and abilities.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-44113 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.careersingovernment.com\/tools\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/A-man-being-interviewed-by-a-woman.jpg\" alt=\"A man being interviewed by a woman\" width=\"1200\" height=\"550\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.careersingovernment.com\/tools\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/A-man-being-interviewed-by-a-woman.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.careersingovernment.com\/tools\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/A-man-being-interviewed-by-a-woman-980x449.jpg 980w, https:\/\/www.careersingovernment.com\/tools\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/A-man-being-interviewed-by-a-woman-480x220.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1200px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<div id=\"cg_illinois_mock_interviews\" class=\"anchor\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<h2><b>Mock Interviews<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&#8217;s important not to go into interviews blindly. During an interview, you want to put your best foot forward and be prepared to answer questions fully and authentically.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mockquestions.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">mock interview questions<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to help you get prepared. Ask a friend or family member to stage a mock interview with you, and practice until you&#8217;re comfortable with your demeanor and ability to answer the questions.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Research<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finding stories of people who have an employment history in a specific department or position is helpful for understanding whether a job is right for you. Learn about salary, hours, work environment, and whether a job provides opportunities for growth before making a decision. You can find testimonials through YouTube or on certain job sites.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After that, you&#8217;re ready to go! 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