The Riley Guide: Places that Post Jobs: Local US Jobs

Local U.S. Job Opportunities:
Midwest & Great Lakes Region

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The majority of the listings here are for the state employment services and local newspapers. We also have listings for Job Search / Networking Support Groups in this region.

Regional Resources

JobDig

...job board for the region covering MN, IA, ND, SD, NE, and WI. You can easily search the listings by keyword, but I prefer browsing by job type. They also have many articles and other fun features to entertain and inform.

JobsMichiana.com

...job listings and employer info for the northwest Indiana / southwest Michigan area (South Bend, IN, St. Joseph, MI, are samples of the cities included here). "Michiana" actually covers about 15 counties between the 2 states. The "search jobs" section shows you the most recent 10 postings, but put in some keywords to find what was posted before this. It's small but growing. A service of Goldendome Media.

SouthBend.com Employment & Classifieds

...links to employment agencies, temp firms, and sources for classified ad listings for the Michiana Region. The "Michiana area" is the common name given to the areas of Northern Indiana and Southwest Lower Michigan which includes the following counties: La Porte, St. Joseph, Elkhart and Marshall (in Indiana), Berrien and Cass (in Michigan). Towns in this region include South Bend, Mishawaka, Granger, Elkhart, Warsaw, Plymouth (in Indiana), Niles and Cassopolis (in Michigan).

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Illinois

Government Services

Illinois Department of Employment Security

...includes employment services and unemployment information as well as the state's job bank

One Source: Your Gateway to Workforce and Career Information

...a collection of career resources form The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) and the Illinois Occupational Information Coordinating Committee (IOICC). "Countdown 9,8,7" is for middle school students, "Career Clicks" is for both high school students and adults, and the "Career Information System" is a self-service interactive source of information about careers, training, and more.

Illinois Skills Match (ISM)

Illinois Skills Match automatically connects your skills and requirements to thousands of jobs in the state. This is another service of the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES).

City of Chicago

Easiest access to the job page is to select Your Government, then Local Government to reach Employment with the City.

Newspapers

Chicago Tribune

Other Employment Sources

ChicagoJobTalk.org: the Definitive Chicago Area Job and Career Guide

...a gateway to resources for local job seekers and career changers. Job postings, salary surveys, recruiters, networking opportunities, and career advice are easily accessible here. This site is maintained by librarians at Skokie Public Library and is part of NorthStarNet (northstarnet.org), the comprehensive community information network for the northern suburbs of Illinois.

ChicagoJobs.com

...brought to you by the Sun-Times, Pioneer Press, Daily Herald, and other Chicago-area newspapers, ChicagoJobs.com offers a handy simultaneous search of job listings in all the participating newspapers.

Barrington Career Center (Barrington IL)

..."a volunteer-driven and non-profit organization dedicated to helping people help themselves as they develop search strategies and skills, and conduct an effective job search." There is a small one-time fee charged for use of the facilities, but persons who are unable to make that payment can volunteer to assist in the center.

Chicago Public Schools

CPS is actively recruiting elementary and secondary school teachers. The site features information about Alternative Certification Programs and other resources of interest to teachers. Interested individuals can apply online.

Career Resource Center (Lake Forest, IL)

..."To assist anyone experiencing employment transition." There is a minimal start-up fee for new clients and returning alumni involved in a new search, but all other services are free.

IllinoisJobs.com

..part of the localcareers.com network, this targeted site allows you to target your search to a specific region of the state. Local links connect you to more resources for the state. Free registration of your resume allows you to create a job agent to do the searching for you and email you the results.

JobsinChicago.com

...a job board listing openings within 80 miles of Chicago. Search their entire database, review just the most recent postings, or browse jobs by type. You can also post a "quick" resume (not the full document) using their form.

OSG Global

...one of the many offices of Management Recruiters International (MRI), this Chicago-based office features opportunities in Information Technology, Accounting, Health, Engineering, Sales, Executive and Management for the region.

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Indiana

Government Services

Indiana Department of Workforce Development

...includes employment services and unemployment information

www.IN.gov, Access Indiana: Linking Hoosiers to Government

Indiana’s official website with convenient access to loads of good information. Click on the Labor and Employment link to access lots of employment and career info.

IndyGov

... official website for Indianapolis and Marion County.

Newspapers

The Indianapolis Star's IndyStar.com

Read the news and check out the jobs.

Other Employment Sources

HoosierNet

... "to develop and maintain a quality information infrastructure" for its community. HoosierNet offers a wealth of community information for the Bloomington area in a simple, easy-to-use format. You'll find links to educational and business resources, libraries, and IRIS, the searchable database of local social service organizations. Click on the Employment link to reach the career resources.

Learn More Resource Center, was Indiana Career and Postsecondary Advancement Center (ICPAC)

..."Indiana's Pre-K to College Connection, helps Hoosiers of all ages realize a better future." Provides timely, useful education, financial aid, and career information for residents of Indiana as well as non-residents. Tracks for students (elementary through college) , parents, counselors, and adults seeking career and education information will help you target the information and resources you need.

IndianaJobs.com

..part of the localcareers.com network, this targeted site allows you to target your search to a specific region of the state. Local links connect you to more resources for the state. Free registration of your resume allows you to create a job agent to do the searching for you and email you the results.

Indianapolis.com

...provides simple access to lots of good resources for this region.

Management Recruiters of Noblesville (IN)

...specializing in the placement of professional, technical, and middle-to-upper management personnel in permanent positions in the manufacturing arena in the greater Indianapolis area. Subsidiary of Management Recruiters International.

Second Helpings

...a non-profit organization in Indianapolis IN that offers food recovery and hunger relief services to the public while educating and training adults for positions in the culinary field. Information and applications for their job trainining program can be found online, along with volunteer opportunities.

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Iowa

Government Services

Iowa's Job Bank

Developed by Iowa Workforce Development -- "Putting Iowa to Work!®"

Iowa Jobs

IowaWorkforce

...includes employment services and unemployment information

Other Employment Sources

Iowa State Parks Bureau, Iowa Dept. of Natural Resources

...nice employment opportunities, volunteer opportunities, and grant programs with this service. Internship programs are also available.

Iowa: The Smart Career Move

...in an effort to attract more highly-qualified workers to Iowa, and to also point out how great it is to live here, The Iowa Department of Economic Development operates this web site with all kinds of good info and resources for you to use. Sections include Living, Working, Playing, and a nice Career Search section.

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Kansas

Government Services

KansasWorks

...includes employment services and unemployment information as well as the state's job bank. One of many job seeker services available from the Kansas Dept of Labor

Other Employment Sources

Kansas Educational Employment Board (KEEB)

Looking for a job teaching in Kansas? Use a single online form to apply for a teaching position in several Kansas school districts simultaneously.

Wichita Area Chamber of Commerce

We suggest "the Quick Way Home" as the faster way to tour this site. You'll find a searchable membership directory and several helpful resources under Wichita Works. Click on Find a Job in Wichita to access the Wichita NationJob Network, which is updated daily. You can search or view all current job leads or browse by company name.

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Michigan

Government Services

Michigan Talent Bank

...the state's job bank, from Michigan Works!

Michigan Department of Career Development

Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Growth

...includes employment services and unemployment information

Michigan Career Portal

...explore careers and educational opportunities and learn about job searching techniques

Other Employment Sources

Hiresite.com

...currently feature jobs and internships in Michigan, this site is starting to gain national exposure and listings. The site is easy to search and registration is not required to view the listings and apply to any positions posted here.

MEL Internet the Michigan Electronic Library Internet Collection

A joint project of the state's libraries, MEL is an excellent one-stop answer for your Michigan information needs, including businesses (potential employers) and job links. Click on Michigan to access the alphabetical listing of resources, including the Jobs & Careers

MichiganJobs.com

..part of the localcareers.com network, this targeted site allows you to target your search to a specific region of the state. Local links connect you to more resources for the state. Free registration of your resume allows you to create a job agent to do the searching for you and email you the results.

MRI (Management Recruiters International) of Birmingham, MI

...specializing in the Automotive; Information Technology; Construction; Manufacturing; and Engineering industries. Check their site for current searches focused in southeast Michigan.

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Minnesota

Government Services

MinnesotaWorks.net

...the state's job bank

Minnesota Dept of Employment & Economic Development (DEED)

......includes employment services and unemployment information. Be sure to also check out the link to Career & Resume Information with its links to even more ideas and opportunities.

ISEEK, the Internet System for Education and Employment Knowledge

...a web-based gateway to Minnesota career, employment, education, and business development information and services. Explore careers, plan your education, find a job, or get information to help you grow your business. One section here, New to America, was set up to address the needs of immigrants and refugees who have relocated to Minnesota. "Here you will find the most up to date information about education, careers, and business as it relates to newcomers to this country. This section also provide valuable links to information about legal issues and where to find community services."

Newspapers

Minneapolis/St Paul Star Tribune

The Star Tribune's WorkAvenue is an excellent career and job center.

Other Employment Sources

Career Image Associates

...middle-to-executive level "candidate pool" focused on the state of Minnesota. Yes, they only work with candidates and employers located here. I see sample jobs, and I see "scrubbed" resumes. I see no mention of fees for the candidates, but they also reserve the right to reject your resume if you do not meet their criteria.

Minnesota Jobs

...pretty good job board for this state. Select the "Search Jobs" button on the left to quickly scan job families. Once you find a job listing you like, you can easily look for similar jobs posted by the same employer or even all jobs posted by this employer. Registration is not required unless you want your resume to been seen by the employers who use this site. Nice feature: college students attending an accredited 2 or 4 year school in MN can apply for a $1000 scholarship. Read the eligibility requirements carefully, but it's free money for college!

Minnesota Web Directory from METRONET

...links to the info you need about this state, including government, education, and Business (including employment). METRONET is an organization serving libraries and media center in the Twin Cities (Minneapolis / St. Paul).

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Missouri

Government Services

GreatHires.org

..Missouri's Workforce Resource

Missouri Department of Labor and Industrial Relations

...includes employment services and unemployment information

Other Employment Sources

KChasJobs.com

KChasJobs.com is a collection of helpful resources designed to aid you in finding work in Kansas City, MO. Click on the Chamber link to access the directory of chamber members, searchable by keyword or company name, or use the handy relocation guide. Click on Jobs to browse current job listings by occupation, or browse the employer links.

St. Louis, Missouri, Community Information Network (CIN)

The St. Louis CIN features information about housing, business development, the neighborhoods of St. Louis, and local and state governments. Click on Resources & Links to access the Community Resources database. It includes more than thirty organizations that offer employment assistance along with many other useful links. You can access the job listings for the city's government here.

MissouriJobs.com

....search jobs in this state. The free registration is not necessary, but if you decided to register your resume here, they do allow you to select "Decline to Identify" on a couple of the registration questions (ethnicity and gender). They have a nice article on how to prepare for a career fair, which you should read if you are planning to attend this kind of event.

St. Louis at Work

...from STLToday.com, the website of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch

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Nebraska

Government Services

Nebraska JobLink

...from Nebraska Workforce Development

Nebraska Department of Labor

...includes employment services and unemployment information

Wrk4Neb, the Nebraska Department of Personnel

Jobs with the state government of Nebraska

Nebrask@Online

...official website for the state. Links to libraries, government agencies, and more. Select "Moving to Nebraska" to access the employment information.

Nebraska JobLink

... features the usual range of links, but check out the zip code radius search so you can focus on jobs in a specific area. Search by category or job title, but you will need to register to access company information and upload your resume (free, of course). Brought to you by Nebraska Workforce Development.

Other Employment Sources

Career Link

The Applied Information Management (AIM) Institute maintains this database in partnership with WOWT Channel 6. You'll find Nebraska and Iowa career opportunities organized by field, along with career tools for all ages.

Nebraska Job Listings

...courtesy of the Career Services folks at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Includes targeted listings for the cities of Lincoln and Omaha along with statewide resources.

Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce

This local chamber of commerce website features a directory of members searchable by company name or industry (i.e., potential employers). Under "Area Jobs" you'll also find an employer resource guide (more potential), lists of local job agencies / hot lines / more, and links to more resources.

lincolnjobs.com

...a bit of career advice, links to several local employers, and a place to create and store your resume. This site is simple to navigate while offering loads of information about Lincoln, Nebraska.

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Ohio

Government Services

Ohio's Workforce 411

...Ohio's state job bank.

Ohio Dept. of Job and Family Services

...includes employment services and unemployment information

State of Ohio Employment Opportunities

Jobs with the state.

City of Cincinnati

...work for Cincinnati. To access current Cincinnati Police Department and other city jobs, click on "Live & Work" and scroll down to the Jobs section of the page.

Hamilton County

....work for the county. Listings are updated every Wednesday.

Other Employment Sources

CareerBoard

...a job search resources for Northeast Ohio (Greater Cleveland and Akron), as well as Columbus, Cincinnati, and other cities. You can search jobs by type or industry or view all employers listing positions here and see what they are in need of. You can also post your resume here. Good info for the region is included.

ColumbusJobs.com Monster

...full and part time jobs in and around Columbus, OH. A free service of the Columbus Dispatch in partnership with Monster.com

JobFair Ohio

...nice site with resources and some active "job fairs" for cities in this state. Just enter to see the list of cities, and look for those that indicate they have an "active" job fair. For all other cities, you are linked to general resources intended to help you with your search for employment in this state, including State and Federal resources. While here, you should also check out the info under "Find Live Job Fairs" and get your 90-second intro ready to roll out along with copies of your resume. You might recognize all the links under Career Center....

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Oklahoma

Government Services

Oklahoma's JobLink

...the state's new job bank

Oklahoma Employment Security Commission

...includes employment services and unemployment information

Oklahoma State Website

...the state's portal. Select "Business and Employment" to view links to employment resources and much more.

The City of Oklahoma City

.. learn more about the city plus review current City Jobs

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Wisconsin

Government Services

Wisconsin Job Center

Information for job seekers and employers on services available from the state, including job hotlines, child care referrals, labor market data, and guidance for job seekers. Formerly known as the Wisconsin Employment Connection.

Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development

Connect to the state job bank, jobs with the state, and check individual offices for services. This site also includes employment services and unemployment information

Wisconsin JobNet

...jobs listed with the state's employment service. Select an area of the state, or outside of the state, to start your search.

WISC.Jobs, the Office of State Employment Relations

...jobs with the state of Wisconsin

State of Wisconsin Information Server

...the state's official information source. Among the usual offerings (business, employment, education), check out WisconsinMentor, the college prep and career planning resource for kids and their parents.

City of Madison

... info on and jobs with the "City of Lakes."

Other Employment Sources

Portal Wisconsin

"Portalwisconsin.org is a non-profit web site created by the Cultural Coalition to promote culture, arts, humanities and history in Wisconsin." For persons interested in or involved in the arts, humanities, and history in this state, this is a rich tool allowing easy access to events, organizations, and opportunities.

QTI Group

...recruiting and placement "from blue collar to the boardroom."

Jobing.com: Wisconsin

...jobs in Wisconsin, and loads of info to support your search. Persons not quite so interested in WI jobs can connect over to LocalCareers.com and do a search there, but select all the states except Wisconsin.

WisconsinJobNetwork.com

...nice job and info resource for Wisconsin. You can easily search the job database by job area and keyword, but I like to just browse all the job areas (where you can also see how many jobs are listed under each). You can also search by company. Job listings include a link to all jobs posted by this employer. Registration is not required to search the jobs nor apply online.

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