Serving Grundy, Kankakee and Will Counties

Transformative work you'll love

University of Illinois Extension is a statewide network of professionals dedicated to creating local community impact and statewide transformation. We do this by translating research and knowledge into practical programs for Illinois residents. Our programs target youth and adults, individuals and families, as well as business owners and community leaders.

Our staffing needs are diverse, but we often have openings for those with an interest in education, agriculture, environmental stewardship, foods and nutrition, and community development. And we are always on the lookout for those individuals gifted in office administration, program planning, IT, and communications!

Competitive benefits including:

• Vacation, sick time, paid holidays
• Health, vision, dental and life insurance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities for you and your dependents
• Paid travel, professional development opportunities, and continuing education

U of I is an EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled (see: go.illinois.edu/EEO) that participates in the federal e-Verify program and participates in a background check program focused on prior criminal or sexual misconduct history.
 

Current Grundy, Kankakee, and Will County openings

Office Support Assistant - Kankakee County

Illinois Extension in Bourbonnais, IL is seeking a full-time Office Support Assistant serving the Kankakee County Community and supporting the needs of the Extension Office.  The Office Support Assistant will serve as the first point of contact for the office, assisting walk-in clients, and basic fiscal work as needed.  Make a positive impact in your community by working directly with clients!  

Great benefits are available, including Medical/Dental/Vision, paid time off, and generous tuition waivers for employees and their children. 

One position is available. Submit a completed online application and apply for the specific vacancy on the online job board by 02/07/2025. 

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Illinois SNAP-Ed Community Worker Openings

Help neighbors and community members make positive changes to their health by teaching classes and providing resources on nutrition and physical activity. Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education (SNAP-Ed) utilizes peer educators known as Community Workers to teach nutrition and physical activity concepts in the community.

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