Services

	Bid Job Opportunities

	Buildings Self-Certification Program The Self-Certification program simplifies the building permit review process for eligible projects where the licensed architect or structural engineer of record takes full responsibility for code compliance.

	Disability Mentoring Day Disability Mentoring Day is the first step in the Mayor's Office for People with Disabilities' year-long Youth Employment Program.

	Employment Information The CAREERS Service Center in room 100 of City Hall is open during regular business hours to assist individuals in searching and applying for open City of Chicago positions.

	Employment with the City of Chicago Postings of open jobs with the City of Chicago may be viewed on the CAREERS website; applications also are accepted on the site.

	Find Free Computer Centers and Wi-Fi Hotspots (TechLocator) TechLocator is a service to help Chicago residents and visitors find places that offer free or affordable technology resources and services, like computers with Internet access, Wi-Fi hotspots and technology training.

	Guide to Workforce Services Programs The Chicago Department of Family & Support Services (DFSS) designates resources for workforce development initiatives to meet the unique needs of disadvantaged Chicago residents. As the City agency that focuses on meeting the needs of Chicago’s most vulnerable residents, this is an important function for DFSS.

	Homeless Outreach and Engagement Many homeless residents are eager to regain the stability of permanent housing. But for others who have a history of life on the streets or making the rounds of shelters, engagement can be a challenge. The Department of Family and Support Services (DFSS) conducts a variety of outreach activities.

	Job Opportunities at the City of Chicago Inspector General's Office

	Job Training and Placement Referrals Job Training and Placement Referral is a service provided to people with disabilities under the age of 60 through MOPD's network of employment program partners.

	Library Services Services are provided by the Chicago Public Library free of charge; some may require a valid library card.

	Living in Illinois This section provides you with important information for living a full and productive life in Illinois.

	Locations with free online access to Job Postings Access to City of Chicago job postings is available at city locations including Chicago Public libraries and the CAREERS Service Center in City Hall.

	View List of City Contractors In accordance with the Governmental Ethics Ordinance, the Department of Innovation and Technology provides a list of current and former contractors who, during the preceding four reporting years, received from the City of Chicago payments totaling $10,000 or more in any 12-month period.