Human Resources Department

The Human Resources Department oversees the process to hire new employees for the Village of Oak Park. The department also manages labor relations, personnel administration, equal opportunity and training. Activities include negotiating union contracts, grievance resolution for union and non-union employees, recruiting and screening of prospective employees, benefits administration, developing and facilitating training programs and monitoring compliance with related laws ordinances and policies.

Open positions require applicants to fill out the Application for Employment Form as well as the Applicant EEO Data Form, unless indicated in the job description. These forms can be submitted digitally to jobs@oak-park.us. Please refer to the specific job listing for additional instructions.

Please note: The Village receives a number of applications and does not reply to each submission. You will be contacted only if there is interest in your skills and background for the position applied.

Applying for a Position

To be considered for a position with the Village of Oak Park, applicants must…

Identify a specific job opening listed at the bottom of this page.
Submit application materials as specified in the job announcement. Some job announcements require applicants to submit a resume via e-mail only. Read the job announcement carefully for instructions on how to apply.
Meet the minimum qualifications stated in the job announcement with regard to the required education and training, as well as possess the required knowledge, skill and ability as stated in the job announcement.
Complete any other application processes or forms as specified in the job announcement.
A copy of the Application for Employment Form is available on this web site. Even if not requested, an applicant also may submit an up-to-date resume.

Please note...

Applications for a particular opening are not used for subsequent openings in the same classification unless specifically stated. You will be notified by the Human Resources Department if a job opening will be filled from applications submitted previously.
Unsolicited resumes not identifying a specific job opening are not accepted or acknowledged.

Directions for Completing an Application for Employment

Make sure that the position applied for is the same as the job title on the Job Announcement.
The Application for Employment Form may be completed and emailed to jobs@oak-park.us. Hardcopy applications may also be mailed in. If you are filling out the Application for Employment Form electronically, please confine answers to the fields specified on the form.
Complete all questions in Sections 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 of the application. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
In the event a resume or additional application materials are required on the job announcement, such materials must be completed and submitted as directed in the job announcement and prior to the close of the application period.
If you are completing the Application for Employment Form electronically, you may type your name at the end of the application preceded by a /s/ to indicate your signature. If you are selected for employment, you will be required to sign the Application for Employment Form.
Please complete the Applicant EEO Data Form. This information is filed separately from your application and is necessary for the Village to satisfy certain reporting requirements.
Submit your application materials as specified in the job announcement. Some job announcements require applicants to submit a resume via e-mail only. Read the job announcement carefully for instructions on how to apply.

Fire and Police Positions

The application process for Firefighter/Paramedic and Police Officer uses a different Application for Employment Form that will be posted or available as needed for specific recruitment efforts.

Oak Park Police Department job openings:
- Community Service Officer (accepting applications) - The Village of Oak Park is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Community Service Officer within the Police Department. Click here to read a description of the position and the application requirements.
- Parking Enforcement Officer (accepting applications) - The Village of Oak Park is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Parking Enforcement Officer within the Police Department. Click here to read a description of the position and the application requirements.
- Oak Park Police Department entry level eligibility list
  
  Police Department initial eligibility list - Fall 2024
  Police Department lateral officers eligibility list - Fall 2024
Oak Park Fire Department job openings:
- Firefighter/Paramedic (accepting applications) - The Village of Oak Park is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Firefighter/Paramedic within the Fire Department. Click here to read a description of the position and the application requirements.
Oak Park Fire Department Eligibility List

The initial eligibility list is now posted:

Initial Eligibility List - Oct. 2024

Internships

There are no internships available at this time.

Current Positions

Cashier (accepting applications) - The Village of Oak Park is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Cashier within the the Finance Department. Click here to read a description of the position and the application requirements.
Management Analyst (accepting applications) - The Village of Oak Park is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Management Analyst within the the Finance Department. Click here to read a description of the position and the application requirements.
Animal Control Officer (accepting applications) - The Village of Oak Park is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Animal Control Officer within the the Health Department. Click here to read a description of the position and the application requirements.
Neighborhood Partnerships Administrator (accepting applications) - The Village of Oak Park is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Neighborhood Partnerships Administrator within the the Neighborhood Services Department. Click here to read a description of the position and the application requirements.
Alternative Response to Calls for Service Program Manager (accepting applications) - The Village of Oak Park is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Alternative Response to Calls for Service (ARCS) Program Manager within the the Neighborhood Services Department. Click here to read a description of the position and the application requirements.
Care Coordinator (accepting applications) - The Village of Oak Park is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Care Coordinator within the the Neighborhood Services Department. Click here to read a description of the position and the application requirements.
Research Assistant (accepting applications) - The Village of Oak Park is seeking qualified candidates for the part-time position of Research Assistant within the the Village Manager's Office. Click here to read a description of the position and the application requirements.
Public Health Analyst (accepting applications) - The Village of Oak Park is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Public Health Analyst within the Health Department. Click here to read a description of the position and the application requirements.
Assistant to the Village Manager (accepting applications) - The Village of Oak Park is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Assistant to the Village Manager. Click here to read a description of the position and the application requirements.
Police Records Clerk (accepting applications) - The Village of Oak Park is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Police Records Clerk within the Police Department. Click here to read a description of the position and the application requirements.
Chief Financial Officer (accepting applications) - The Village of Oak Park is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Chief Financial Officer. Click here to read a description of the position and the application requirements.
Payroll Accountant (accepting applications) - The Village of Oak Park is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Payroll Accountant within the Finance Department. Click here to read a description of the position and the application requirements.
Firefighter/Paramedic (accepting applications) - The Village of Oak Park is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Firefighter/Paramedic within the Fire Department. Click here to read a description of the position and the application requirements.
Community Service Officer (accepting applications) - The Village of Oak Park is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Community Service Officer within the Police Department. Click here to read a description of the position and the application requirements.
Parking Enforcement Officer (accepting applications) - The Village of Oak Park is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Parking Enforcement Officer within the Police Department. Click here to read a description of the position and the application requirements.

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