* The last time I posted something like this, one of my readers applied and accepted a legislative staff position. So, even though it’s late notice, let’s try it again…

House Speaker Emanuel ‘Chris’ Welch is encouraging jobseekers interested in working in state government to learn about career opportunities with his office at virtual and in-person career fairs being held on Thursday, Sept. 21.

The in-person event will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Room 114 of the State Capitol in Springfield. A virtual event will also be held via Zoom from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Applicants can register for the in-person event here, and the virtual event here. Attendees can access the same information at either event.

“Every day in the Legislature, we have the chance to change people’s lives for the better. But I truly believe legislators are only as effective as the staff who are doing the work behind them,” Welch said. “That’s why I’m committed to building a team in the Speaker’s Office that looks like Illinois, that fights for Illinois, and that delivers for Illinois. There are exciting times ahead, so if you are looking to make a difference, then the Speaker’s office is looking for you.”

The career fairs offer an opportunity for interested candidates to get more information about a variety of careers with Office of the Speaker, talk with experienced staff, and apply for current openings. Welch’s office is actively recruiting for a number of full-time, part-time, and temporary positions, including:

• Assistant Legal Counsel to the Speaker
• Committee Clerk
• Doorkeeper (temporary)
• Enrolling and Engrossing Input Operator
• Human Resources Generalist
• Leadership Page (full-time and part time)
• Legislative Coordinator
• Research & Appropriations Director
• Research Analyst

Interested applicants can find out more about these positions at the career fairs, at ILHouseDems.com/Employment, or on the office’s LinkedIn page.

To apply prior to the event, please send a resume and cover letter to jobs@hds.ilga.gov.

It’s obviously not going to be easy to recruit a new Research & Appropriations Director because a majority of the staff is trying to form a union.

Anyway…

* The Question: Did you or a family member ever work on legislative staff? Tell us about it.

…Adding… Senate Democratic job openings are here.