Jobs in DeKalb, Illinois
Huskie Stadium, Northern Illinois University — DeKalb. Photo by Kingfish60559 (CC BY-SA 4.0), via Wikimedia Commons.
Nursing Instructor (Creating a Pool for Anticipated Openings) - School of Nursing
NIU's School of Nursing is building an instructor pool for anticipated openings. Nursing instructors teach undergraduate and graduate students in classroom, clinical and online formats, with in-person instruction required; a master's degree in Nursing or a related field and a nursing education degree or certificate are required. Full-time or part-time temporary appointments (0.25 to 1.0 FTE) start as program needs arise, anticipated from January 1, 2027. Apply through NIU's official employment site.
Visiting Assistant Professor in Music Theory (20830)
One-year, full-time Visiting Assistant Professor position in NIU's School of Music, starting Fall 2027. Teach three undergraduate and graduate music theory courses each semester; a terminal degree in music theory is required. Priority review November 30, 2026.
Program Coordinator - Upward Bound Program (32524)
Coordinates NIU's Upward Bound (TRIO) program, which prepares low-income and first-generation high school students from Aurora and Rockford for college. Recruits and advises students, runs academic-year and summer workshops, college and career field trips, and financial-literacy and college-counseling sessions. Bachelor's degree required; closes November 17, 2026.
Instructor, Psychology (Creating a Pool for Anticipated Openings)
NIU's Department of Psychology is building an instructor pool for anticipated openings. Instructors teach undergraduate and graduate psychology courses, in person and/or online, as vacancies arise; a master's degree in Psychology is required and a PhD is preferred. Apply through NIU's official employment site.
High School Assistant Coach-Girls Bandminton⏰ CLOSES NOV 9
High School Assistant Coach-Girls Bandminton — DeKalb CUSD 428 coaching posting at DeKalb High School for the 2026-2027 season, closing November 9, 2026. Apply through the district's online application system.
Electro Mechanical Technician - Nights
Multi-skilled maintenance technician at Nestlé's DeKalb facility - maintain, troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical systems on 3rd shift (7:00 PM-5:00 AM, Sunday-Wednesday), with preventive/predictive maintenance and quarterly bonus. Verified live on Nestlé's own job portal (Job Requisition 424412) on November 2, 2026; the portal listing shows no posted date.
Sr Coordinator Transportation
Senior logistics coordinator on Nestlé's Transportation team in DeKalb - transportation load planning, order management, carrier coordination and shipment execution to support on-time delivery. Verified live on Nestlé's own job portal (Job Requisition 424399) on November 2, 2026; the portal listing shows no posted date.
Crew Member
Crew member at Chipotle in DeKalb — food prep, grill, cashier, salsa and expo stations with full training provided; full- and part-time openings across DeKalb locations. Base pay $15.25-$16.25 per hour plus digital tips.
Kitchen Leader
Kitchen Leader at Chipotle in DeKalb — leads the kitchen team, ensures food quality and safety, and trains crew on prep and cooking stations. Full-time restaurant leadership role.
Assistant Professor in Computational Thermal-Fluid Sciences (6360)
Assistant Professor opening in computational thermal-fluid sciences at Northern Illinois University in DeKalb. Full-time faculty role; apply through NIU's official employment site.
Instructor, Philosophy (Creating a Pool for Anticipated Openings)
NIU is building an instructor pool for anticipated openings in Philosophy. Instructors are hired as courses become available; apply through NIU's official employment site.
Instructor, English (Creating a Pool for Anticipated Openings)
NIU is building an instructor pool for anticipated openings in English. Instructors are hired as courses become available; apply through NIU's official employment site.
Instructor, Medical Laboratory Sciences (Creating a Pool for Anticipated Openings)
NIU is building an instructor pool for anticipated openings in Medical Laboratory Sciences. Instructors are hired as courses become available; apply through NIU's official employment site.
Assistant Director of Corporate & Foundation Relations, Strategy, & Stewardship (34821)
Assistant Director role supporting corporate and foundation relations, strategy and stewardship at Northern Illinois University in DeKalb. Apply through NIU's official employment site.
Physical Therapy Instructor (Creating a Pool for Anticipated Openings) - School of Rehabilitation and Performance Sciences
NIU is building a physical therapy instructor pool for anticipated openings in the School of Rehabilitation and Performance Sciences. Instructors are hired as courses become available; apply through NIU's official employment site.
Assistant Professor in Structural Geology (6147)
Assistant Professor opening in structural geology at Northern Illinois University in DeKalb. Full-time faculty role; apply through NIU's official employment site.
Doctor of Audiology Instructor (Creating a Pool for Anticipated Openings) - School of Clinical and Developmental Sciences
NIU is building a Doctor of Audiology instructor pool for anticipated openings in the School of Clinical and Developmental Sciences. Instructors are hired as courses become available; apply through NIU's official employment site.
Assistant Professor of Clarinet (6091)
Assistant Professor of Clarinet opening in the NIU School of Music in DeKalb. Full-time faculty role; apply through NIU's official employment site.
Assistant Professor of Criminology (6749)
Assistant Professor of Criminology opening at Northern Illinois University in DeKalb. Full-time faculty role; apply through NIU's official employment site.
Assistant Professor of Public Administration - Local Government Management (29437)
Assistant Professor of Public Administration opening with a local government management focus at Northern Illinois University in DeKalb. Full-time faculty role; apply through NIU's official employment site.
Clinical Assistant Professor - Physical Therapy (29310)
Clinical Assistant Professor opening in Physical Therapy at Northern Illinois University in DeKalb. Full-time faculty role; apply through NIU's official employment site.
High School Dean of Students 1.0 FTE
High School Dean of Students 1.0 FTE — DeKalb CUSD 428 posting at DeKalb High School. Apply through the district's online application system.
Art Club Advisor
Art Club Advisor — DeKalb CUSD 428 posting at Huntley Middle School. Apply through the district's online application system.
Intramurals Advisor
Intramurals Advisor — DeKalb CUSD 428 posting at Huntley Middle School. Apply through the district's online application system.
Theater- Fall-Technical Lights/Video
Theater- Fall-Technical Lights/Video — DeKalb CUSD 428 posting at DeKalb High School. Apply through the district's online application system.
Theater- Spring Musical Technical Lights/Video
Theater- Spring Musical Technical Lights/Video — DeKalb CUSD 428 posting at DeKalb High School. Apply through the district's online application system.
Middle School Assistant Coach-Girls Track
Middle School Assistant Coach-Girls Track — DeKalb CUSD 428 posting at Huntley Middle School. Apply through the district's online application system.
Assistant Coach-Football .5 FTE (2 positions available)
Assistant Coach-Football .5 FTE (2 positions available) — DeKalb CUSD 428 posting at DeKalb High School. Apply through the district's online application system.
Assistant Coach-Boys Track
Assistant Coach-Boys Track — DeKalb CUSD 428 posting at DeKalb High School. Apply through the district's online application system.
Middle School Head Coach-Fall Cheer
Middle School Head Coach-Fall Cheer — DeKalb CUSD 428 posting at Huntley Middle School. Apply through the district's online application system.
Middle School Head Coach-Winter Cheer
Middle School Head Coach-Winter Cheer — DeKalb CUSD 428 posting at HMS/CRMS. Apply through the district's online application system.
Middle School Assistant Coach-Winter Sideline Cheer
Middle School Assistant Coach-Winter Sideline Cheer — DeKalb CUSD 428 posting at HMS/CRMS. Apply through the district's online application system.
Multilingual Services Case Manager Facilitator 1.0 FTE
Multilingual Services Case Manager Facilitator 1.0 FTE — DeKalb CUSD 428 posting at DeKalb High School. Apply through the district's online application system.
Kindergarten Two Way Dual Language Spanish Teacher 1.0 FTE
Kindergarten Two Way Dual Language Spanish Teacher 1.0 FTE — DeKalb CUSD 428 posting at Littlejohn Elementary. Apply through the district's online application system.
Bilingual High School Math Teacher- Spanish 1.0 FTE
Bilingual High School Math Teacher- Spanish 1.0 FTE — DeKalb CUSD 428 posting at DeKalb High School. Apply through the district's online application system.
Substitute Custodians 26-27 SY
Substitute Custodians 26-27 SY — DeKalb CUSD 428 posting at Ed Center/District Office/District-Wide. Apply through the district's online application system.
Floater Cook-4 HR/DAY 0.5 FTE
Floater Cook-4 HR/DAY 0.5 FTE — DeKalb CUSD 428 posting at Ed Center/District Office/District-Wide. Apply through the district's online application system.
Substitute Cooks 26-27 SY
Substitute Cooks 26-27 SY — DeKalb CUSD 428 posting at Ed Center/District Office/District-Wide. Apply through the district's online application system.
High School Family and Consumer Science Teacher 1.0 FTE
High School Family and Consumer Science Teacher 1.0 FTE — DeKalb CUSD 428 posting at DeKalb High School. Apply through the district's online application system.
Primary Language Tutor-French
Anticipated rate of pay:$18.50/hr For more information, please contact AJ Crook at AJ.Crook@d428.org.
Primary Language Tutor-Arabic
Anticipated rate of pay:$18.50/hr For more information, please contact AJ Crook at AJ.Crook@d428.org.
Anticipated Hourly Primary Language Tutors
Languages needed are based on the needs of the district. For more information, please contact AJ Cook at AJ.Cook@d428.org
Primary Language Tutor-Vietnamese
Primary Language Tutor-Vietnamese — DeKalb CUSD 428 posting at Tyler Elementary. Apply through the district's online application system.
Student Monitor
Hours based on needs of the building up to 20 hours per week Anticipated Rate of Pay: $16/hr
Anticipated Student Monitors 26-27 SY
Hours based on needs of each building up to 20 hrs per week. Anticipated Rate of Pay: $16/hr
Temporary Paraprofessional -Suspension Assistant-1.0 FTE
Temporary Paraprofessional -Suspension Assistant-1.0 FTE — DeKalb CUSD 428 posting at DeKalb High School. Apply through the district's online application system.
Paraprofessional Instructional Assistant-SPED Resource 1.0 FTE
Paraprofessional Instructional Assistant-SPED Resource 1.0 FTE — DeKalb CUSD 428 posting at Huntley Middle School. Apply through the district's online application system.
School Psychologist 1.0 FTE (2 positions available)
School Psychologist 1.0 FTE (2 positions available) — DeKalb CUSD 428 posting at Ed Center/District Office/District-Wide. Apply through the district's online application system.
Part-Time Registered Nurse .5 FTE (2 positions available)
Part-Time Registered Nurse .5 FTE (2 positions available) — DeKalb CUSD 428 posting at Ed Center/District Office/District-Wide. Apply through the district's online application system.
Registered Nurse 1.0 FTE
Anticipated Rate of Pay: $32.00/hr Current location for this position is anticipated to be DeKalb High School, but is subject to change.
Substitute-Registered Nurse
Substitute-Registered Nurse — DeKalb CUSD 428 posting at Ed Center/District Office/District-Wide. Apply through the district's online application system.
Substitute-Health Assistant
Substitute-Health Assistant — DeKalb CUSD 428 posting at Ed Center/District Office/District-Wide. Apply through the district's online application system.
Substitute-Clerical
Substitute-Clerical — DeKalb CUSD 428 posting at Ed Center/District Office/District-Wide. Apply through the district's online application system.
Middle School Special Education Teacher-SPED Intensive 1.0 FTE
Middle School Special Education Teacher-SPED Intensive 1.0 FTE — DeKalb CUSD 428 posting at Huntley Middle School. Apply through the district's online application system.
Special Education Teacher-SPED Resource 1.0 FTE
Special Education Teacher-SPED Resource 1.0 FTE — DeKalb CUSD 428 posting at Brooks Elementary. Apply through the district's online application system.
School Speech Language Pathologist 1.0 FTE
School Speech Language Pathologist 1.0 FTE — DeKalb CUSD 428 posting at Ed Center/District Office/District-Wide. Apply through the district's online application system.
Anticipated Annually Employed Substitute Teacher
Anticipated Annually Employed Substitute Teacher — DeKalb CUSD 428 posting at Littlejohn Elementary. Apply through the district's online application system.
Long Term Substitute School Counselor
Long Term Substitute School Counselor — DeKalb CUSD 428 posting at Huntley Middle School. Apply through the district's online application system.
Long Term Substitute Teacher-School Social Worker
This position is anticipated to run from 12/1/26-1/16/27. For more information, please contact Dr.
Long Term Substitute-School Social Worker
Long Term Substitute-School Social Worker — DeKalb CUSD 428 posting at Mitchell Elementary. Apply through the district's online application system.
Substitute School Social Worker
Substitute School Social Worker — DeKalb CUSD 428 posting at Mitchell Elementary. Apply through the district's online application system.
Long Term Substitute Teacher-High School Humanities
This position is anticipated to start 8/12/2026 How to Apply for a Substitute License
Substitute Teachers 26-27 SY
Anticipated Daily Rates: $130/full day How to Apply for a Substitute License For more information, please contact Lucero Sangabriel at 815 754 1295.
Long Term Substitute Teacher-Music
Long Term Substitute Teacher-Music — DeKalb CUSD 428 posting at Cortland Elementary. Apply through the district's online application system.
Elementary Long Term Substitute Teacher-SPED Resource
Elementary Long Term Substitute Teacher-SPED Resource — DeKalb CUSD 428 posting at Cortland Elementary. Apply through the district's online application system.
Long Term Substitute Teacher-First Grade
This position is anticipated to run from 10/19/26-11/9/26. Subject to Change For more information, please contact Candice Coleman at Candice.Coleman@d428.org or 815 754 2334. How to Apply for a Substitute License
Long Term Substitute Teacher-Middle School Math
Anticipated Daily Rates: $130/full day How to Apply for a Substitute License This position is anticipated to run from 3/3/27-5/20/27.
Long Term Substitute Teacher-6th Grade Science/Social Science
Long Term Substitute Teacher-6th Grade Science/Social Science — DeKalb CUSD 428 posting at Clinton Rosette Middle School. Apply through the district's online application system.
Long Term Bilingual Substitute Teacher-Second Grade
This position is anticipated to start 11/2/2026 Bilingual in Spanish How to Apply for a Substitute License
Substitute Paraprofessional Teaching Assistants 26-27 SY
Anticipated Rate of Pay: $138.75/full day How to Apply for a Substitute License For more infomation, please contact Lucero Sangabriel at 815 754 1295.
Tier 1 Support Specialist TOSA (Secondary) 1.0 FTE
Tier 1 Support Specialist TOSA (Secondary) 1.0 FTE — DeKalb CUSD 428 posting at Ed Center/District Office/District-Wide. Apply through the district's online application system.
Hourly IT Support Technician
Hourly IT Support Technician — DeKalb CUSD 428 posting at Ed Center/District Office/District-Wide. Apply through the district's online application system.
Amada Laser Operator - 2nd Shift (12pm-8:30pm)
Set up, program and operate Amada laser cutting machines to cut, shape and etch steel, aluminum and other materials to blueprints and work orders. Requires at least 2 years of experience operating Amada laser machines or similar equipment.
Production Control Specialist - 2nd Shift (12pm-8:30pm)
Analyze, plan and review the production schedule on 2nd shift — monitor material movement, inventory control and accuracy, and schedule and coordinate production from customer orders.
Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift (12pm-8:30pm)
Responsible for all manufacturing processes in the facility on 2nd shift — set daily, weekly and monthly objectives, directly supervise production team members and enforce safety standards.
Quality Control Technician - 2nd Shift (12pm-8:30pm)
Perform standardized quality checks and inspections across fabrication, picking, packing, shipping and final audits on 2nd shift, checking work against prints and specs. High school diploma/GED; 0-2 years of experience or basic fabrication knowledge.
Patient Safety Technician - Part Time
Keep patients safe through continuous bedside observation, calming support and de-escalation at Kishwaukee Hospital in DeKalb. Part-time, 32 hours/week, 11 AM-7:30 PM or 3-11:30 PM shifts with alternating weekends. High school diploma/GED; BLS certification within 90 days of hire.
Security Officer I - Full Time, Second Shift
Patrol and protect Kishwaukee Hospital in DeKalb — investigate incidents, monitor alarms and cameras, control access and traffic. Full-time second shift, Friday-Tuesday 3:00-11:30 PM. High school diploma/GED and a valid driver's license required.
Temporary Bilingual Paraprofessional Instructional Assistant — SPED Resource (Spanish)⏰ CLOSES TOMORROW
Temporary full-time (1.0 FTE) bilingual paraprofessional instructional assistant supporting SPED Resource students in Spanish at Jefferson Elementary. Posted 10/30/2026 on the district's own AppliTrack portal (JobID 1862); closes 11/04/2026.
Assistant Director of Alumni Engagement & Annual Giving
Full-time role in NIU's Alumni Services / University Advancement office leading alumni engagement and annual giving. Verified live on NIU's own HR portal at $55,000/year — note the Passion Pursuit list called it part-time, but NIU's posting is full-time (1.00 FTE).
Laborer Journeyman
Journeyman laborer on Mortenson's DeKalb project: material handling, scaffolding, concrete work and site cleanup, with work direction for laborers and apprentices. Two-year apprenticeship completion required; pay not stated in the posting.
Carpenter Journeyman
Journeyman carpenter on Mortenson's DeKalb project: formwork, rough and finish carpentry, drywall, and blueprint reading. Pay not stated in the posting.
Operator Journeyman
Journeyman equipment operator on Mortenson's DeKalb project: dozers, loaders, scrapers, forklifts/telehandlers, cranes and rollers, with routine maintenance. Pay not stated in the posting.
Athletic Trainer⏰ CLOSES NOV 10
Full-time (1.0 FTE) athletic trainer at DeKalb High School for the 2026-2027 school year. Salary range based on education and experience. Posting closes 11/10/2026.
Database Administrator/Programmer
Database administration and programming role supporting NIU Testing Services, which provides placement testing for new students and proctored testing for students and the public. Closes November 19, 2026.
Financial Aid Coordinator
Coordinates financial aid services for NIU students and families in the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarship. Multiple positions available; closes November 12, 2026.
Medical Assistant - NIU Student Health Service
Full-time medical assistant role at the NIU Student Health Service in DeKalb, supporting providers with patient intake, vitals, and clinical and clerical tasks in a campus health clinic.
Security Officer I — Full-Time Nights
Full-time Security Officer I on overnight shifts (11:00 PM–7:30 AM, Friday–Tuesday) at Kishwaukee Hospital in DeKalb — patrols, incident response, and protection for patients, visitors, and staff.
Assistant Food Service Manager
Supervise NIU Residential Dining operations — training and evaluation of civil service staff, menus, front-of-house operations and sanitation. Full-time, $43,888.08/year. Closes November 12, 2026.
Patient Safety Technician - Overnights
Overnight patient safety role at Kishwaukee Hospital in DeKalb (11:00 PM-7:30 AM) — continuous observation, calming support and video monitoring of patients at risk. Part-time and full-time schedules available. High school diploma/GED; BLS certification within 90 days of hire.
Automotive Tire Technician
Automotive Tire Technician at Mavis Tires & Brakes in DeKalb — tire installation, rotation, repair and related shop services. No experience required; paid training provided, with weekly bonus opportunities.
Weaned Pig Transport Driver (CDL)
Transport weaned pigs for Pipestone out of the DeKalb area — operating a semi-trailer or pickup/gooseneck combination, loading and unloading livestock, and following animal-care and biosecurity procedures. Class A CDL required; some overnight and weekend work.
Front End Service Team Associate
Front End Service associates are focused on compliance and customer service: they smile, greet and thank customers, process returns and refunds, and carry out financial transactions. The posting notes the role may require standing for long periods of time.
Janitorial Associate
Janitorial associates ensure customers have a great first and last impression of the store, looking after the cleanliness of the store from the parking lot to restrooms to the receiving area to maintain a clean and safe environment.
Online Order Filling Team Associate
Online order fillers shop for customers and fill their online orders, spending time in all departments, and also dispense orders to customers and engage them in conversation. Walmart describes the position as extremely fast paced.
Stocking Team Supervisor
Stocking, backroom, and receiving associates work to ensure customers can find all the items they have on their shopping list, moving inventory in the backroom, unloading trucks, or helping customers while stocking shelves. The posting notes the work can be physically demanding.
Warehouse Worker - Package Handler
UPS Quick Apply posting for a part-time, permanent Warehouse Worker - Package Handler role at 140 Harvestore Drive in DeKalb; UPS states applying online is quick and easy and applicants could get a job offer in 10 minutes.
Campus Store Manager - Huskie Books and Gear
Lead all operations of Huskie Books and Gear, the NIU campus store in DeKalb — sales, merchandising, course materials, campus relationships and team leadership for Follett Higher Education. Requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent and 3-5 years of retail management experience.
Floater Custodian — Second Shift, Part-Time
Second-shift floater custodian (Mon–Fri, 4–8 PM) covering cleaning duties across district buildings as needed, based out of the Education Center. Short window — applications close October 30, 2026.
Outpatient Physical Therapist — $15,000 Sign-On Bonus
Outpatient physical therapist role owning patient plans of care from evaluation through discharge, with EMR documentation and collaboration with PTAs. Requires an Illinois PT license and a bachelor's in physical therapy (master's or doctorate preferred).
Police Officer
Entry-level patrol officer hiring for the City of DeKalb Police Department, with testing through National Testing Network and the city's own application process. Pay steps up with years of service, plus Police Pension.
Lateral Police Officer
Lateral-transfer opening for officers already certified as full-time permanent police officers in Illinois, joining the DeKalb Police Department at a step matching their experience.
Chief Building Official
Department-head role running the city's Building Division in Community Development — supervising permit and code-compliance staff, overseeing plan review, inspections, and property-maintenance code enforcement.
Seasonal Warehouse Associate — DeKalb Distribution Center
Seasonal hiring at Target's DeKalb distribution center for warehouse associates who pack, load, and ship merchandise to stores and guests, moving freight safely and accurately through the warehouse. Apply through Target's careers site (DeKalb distribution center, req T3842).
Stocker — Overnight
Overnight stocking role at the DeKalb Walmart Supercenter on Sycamore Road — unloading deliveries, organizing backroom inventory, stocking shelves, and building displays. Listings note lifting up to 50 lbs and forklift use. Apply through Walmart Careers.
Registered Nurse-Medical-Surgical-Oncology In-House Registry
Casual / per diem in-house registry staff nurse role on Medical-Surgical-Oncology in DeKalb, listed at 1.2 hrs/wk on day shift. Requires a BSN (ADN acceptable with commitment to obtain a BSN within three years), Registered Professional Nurse licensure, and AHA Basic Life Support.
Supervisor, Quality 1st Shift
Hands-on quality leader at the DeKalb plant who supervises and coaches technicians and leads and ensures compliance with food safety and quality standards. Drives GMP practices, CAPA/root-cause work, audits and continuous improvement.
AutoCAD Drafter / Detailer
Executes general arrangement and manufacturing drawings for tanks and associated equipment utilizing AutoCAD. Handles daily processing of orders and customer approval drawings plus drafting and design projects.
CNC Machine Operator
Sets up and operates NC and CNC equipment in the fabrication department to produce parts and components to print and specifications. Operates the NC LVD press, Wiedermann and Whitney equipment, performs inspections and edits programs as needed.
Maintenance Director
Leads maintenance operations across all North American manufacturing facilities with a strong emphasis on the DeKalb, Illinois plant. Drives preventive and predictive maintenance programs, reliability improvements and capital upgrade projects.
Manufacturing Engineer - Controls
Designs, implements and reviews procedures and equipment in the manufacturing environment, including stamping and punch presses, lasers, conveyance systems and automation equipment. Creates and edits PLC, PMC and TP programs and executes capital projects.
Manufacturing Engineering Lead
Provides day-to-day technical leadership and coaching for plant Manufacturing Engineers and supports capital and continuous improvement projects. Serves as the Director's primary technical and operational partner across four manufacturing plants.
Mechanical Manufacturing Engineer
Manufacturing engineering position (portal ID 979) listed for CST's DeKalb, IL location on the company's official applicant portal.
Press Operator - Fabrication
Sets up and operates mechanical and hydraulic presses, up to and including the 2500 Ton press, to safely produce product per instructions and blueprint. Typical hours Monday through Thursday 5:45AM-4:15 PM; performs first, in-process and final inspections.
Shipping and Receiving
Responsible for timely and accurate receiving and outgoing inspection of items, supporting loading and unloading procedures and material movements. Operates a forklift daily; typical hours Monday through Friday 6:00 AM-3:00 PM.
Steel Process
Sets up and operates the cut to length line to provide prepared steel, adjusting automatic cut to length, leveler, blaster and edge coating equipment. Performs in-process and final inspections and conducts steel inventory as requested.
Clinical Assistant Professor in Audiology
Clinical assistant professor in NIU's School of Clinical and Developmental Sciences. Twelve-month position; priority review December 1, 2026.
Building Service Worker (Multiple Positions)⏰ CLOSES NOV 9
Custodial building service workers for NIU Building Services; multiple positions and shifts. Closes November 9, 2026.
Dining Manager
Food service manager for NIU Residential Dining Service. Closes November 17, 2026.
Sr. Analyst, Revenue Integrity, Procedural Supply Governance
Fully remote: the posting lists the location as "Remote work from Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, and Iowa," so the role is location-free for Illinois residents, including DeKalb County. Senior revenue-integrity analyst who maintains the charge master and leads charge-capture and pricing audits; requires 5+ years in a revenue cycle or revenue integrity role.
Middle School Long Term Substitute Teacher - SPED Intensive
Long-term substitute teaching assignment in a special education intensive classroom at Huntley Middle School, anticipated to run December 13, 2026 through February 26, 2027. Open until filled.
Registered Nurse — Emergency Department, Full-Time Nights
Staff RN role in the Kishwaukee Hospital emergency department on nights, delivering assessment-based nursing care to ED patients and families. Requires an Illinois RN license and BLS; BSN preferred (ADN accepted with a commitment to finish a BSN within three years).
Registered Nurse-ICU Full-Time Nights
Full-time 36 hrs/wk night-shift (3rd) ICU staff nurse role at Kishwaukee Hospital in DeKalb. Requires a BSN (ADN acceptable with commitment to obtain a BSN within three years), a current Illinois Registered Professional Nurse license, and AHA Basic Life Support.
Clinical Shift Coordinator RN-Emergency Department Part-Time Nights
Part-time 24 hrs/wk night-shift (3rd) Clinical Shift Coordinator RN role in the Kishwaukee Hospital Emergency Department in DeKalb, overseeing daily unit operations, staff, and care delivery. Requires a BSN, 3 years of RN experience, an Illinois RN license, BLS, and telemetry competency.
Driver — Seasonal Support
Seasonal support drivers deliver UPS packages to homes and businesses from their own vehicle during the holiday rush, with work assigned each morning. Must lift up to 70 lbs, hold a valid license, and have a qualifying personal vehicle; mileage is reimbursed at $0.70/mile.
Security Officer - All Shifts!
Full-time security officer based in DeKalb, IL (also covering Genoa, Malta, Rochelle and Sycamore) who performs access control for inbound and outbound trucks at a security gate, keeps a log of all trucks entering and exiting the facility, patrols the premises, and monitors surveillance cameras and alarm systems. No experience is necessary; applicants must be 18 or older with a high school diploma or GED and a valid driver's license.
Registered Nurse-Telemetry Full-Time Nights
Full-time 36 hrs/wk night-shift (3rd) telemetry staff nurse role at Kishwaukee Hospital in DeKalb. Requires a BSN (ADN acceptable with commitment to obtain a BSN within three years), a current Illinois Registered Professional Nurse license, and AHA Basic Life Support.
Assistant Teacher⏰ CLOSES NOV 6
Assistant teacher (child development associate) at NIU's Child Development and Family Center. Closes November 6, 2026.
Maintenance Equipment Operator
Grounds maintenance equipment operator at NIU. Closes November 2, 2026.
Lead Teacher
Lead teacher at NIU's Child Development and Family Center, the university's lab school providing care and early education to children of NIU students, faculty, and staff.
Patient Care Tech — Medical-Surgical-Oncology, Full-Time Nights
Patient care technician on the medical-surgical/oncology unit, working under RN supervision on vitals, glucose checks, daily-living assistance, and keeping patient rooms in order. Open to CNAs, CMAs, EMTs, or nursing students with one clinical semester.
Patient Care Technician-Medical-Surgical-Oncology Full-Time Nights
Full-time 36 hrs/wk night-shift Patient Care Technician role on Med/Surg Oncology at Kishwaukee Hospital, performing basic patient care activities under the supervision of an RN. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent, CNA/CMA/EMT credential or nursing school clinical experience, and AHA Basic Life Support.
EVS Tech-Overnights, As Needed
Casual (as needed) EVS Tech role in Environmental Services at Kishwaukee Hospital in DeKalb, with no guaranteed hours or set schedule, on nights 11:00 PM-7:30 AM. Duties include cleaning and maintaining patient rooms, offices, public areas, and treatment rooms, including collecting trash, changing bed linens, and sanitizing surfaces.
Forklift Operator Warehouse Material Handler
Forklift Operator role in Dekalb (Requisition 2026-213902) with $2.00 per hour additional shift pay, performing picking, packing, auditing, staging and loading/unloading of trucks. Schedule: Sunday-Wednesday 5:15 PM-3:45 AM; employment type Regular-Full time.
Assistant Athletic Trainer (Multiple Positions)
Assistant athletic trainer roles with NIU Intercollegiate Athletics. Priority review November 12, 2026.
Culinary Worker II
Cooking and food-preparation role with NIU Campus Dining, which runs residential dining, retail food service, and event catering across campus. Pay is based on a 9-month appointment.
Retail Dining Supervisor
Supervises retail dining operations for NIU Campus Dining, overseeing student and staff workers, food service, and day-to-day operations at campus dining locations. Pay is based on a 9-month appointment.
Paraprofessional -SPED SOAL-1.0 FTE
Special education paraprofessional (SOAL program) at Huntley Middle School in DeKalb, 1.0 FTE, starting November 2026 and open until filled. Verified on the district's own AppliTrack board (JobID 1853, posted 10/22/2026); a paraprofessional license is required - the posting links to ISBE licensing instructions.
Forklift Operator Warehouse 1st Shift
Warehouse Stand up Reach Operator role in Dekalb (Requisition 2026-213790) handling candy with stand-up high reach and dock lift equipment. Schedule: A Shift, Sunday-Tuesday 5:15 am-4:45 pm and Wednesday 5:15 am-11:15 am; employment type Regular-Full time.
Assistant Professor of Behavior Analysis (BCBA) and Special Education
Tenure-track professor in NIU's Department of Special and Early Education, teaching in the BCBA certification and special education licensure programs, running an active research agenda, and mentoring students. Starts August 2027; applications due November 23, 2026.
Forklift Warehouse Operator
Warehouse Stand up Reach Operator role in Dekalb (Requisition 2026-213687) performing loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving and cycle counting. Schedule: A Shift, Sunday-Tuesday 5:15 am-4:45 pm and Wednesday 5:15 am-11:15 am; employment type Regular-Full time.
HB Coding Strategic Data Analyst (Remote - Must reside in IL, IN, IA, MO, or WI)
Fully remote: the posting states "This position is 100% remote" and lists the location as remote work from Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, and Iowa, so DeKalb County residents are eligible as Illinois residents. Turns hospital billing coding data into reports, dashboards, and performance analytics for coding leadership.
Administrative Accounting Coordinator
Accounting and administrative support at the Kishwaukee Health & Wellness Center in DeKalb, managed by Power Wellness — accounts payable/receivable, member billing and front-office accounting tasks. Full-time.
Inventory Control Coordinator
Working lead supporting inventory accuracy and control initiatives at the DeKalb facility, performing cycle counts and leading difficult or complex counts. Verifies count accuracy through audits and researches discrepancies, working Monday-Friday 7 AM-4 PM.
Forklift Warehouse Operator 1st Shift
Warehouse Stand up Reach Operator role in Dekalb (Requisition 2026-213521) handling candy products with stand-up high reach and dock lift equipment. Schedule: A Shift, Sunday-Tuesday 5:15 am-4:45 pm and Wednesday 5:15 am-11:15 am; employment type Regular-Full time.
Group Logistics Manager I - Dedicated Transportation
Manages the overall financial, operational and employee aspects of multiple accounts for Ryder's Dedicated Transportation operation in Dekalb. Salaried position (Pay Type: Salaried; Minimum Pay Range $110K, Maximum Pay Range $120K) with 30-40% travel, requiring a bachelor's degree and 5+ years in supply chain, logistics or warehouse fields.
Traffic Control Technician⏰ CLOSES NOV 9
Full-time, Operators Union Local 150 union position in the DeKalb County Highway Department, listed on the county's Job Opportunities page with a closing date of 11/09/2026.
Highway Maintainer
Full-time Highway Department position at 1826 Barber Greene Road, DeKalb, performing skilled and semi-skilled maintenance and repair of county roads and operating highway maintenance equipment including an assigned winter snow plow route. The job page states current pay of $35.78 per hour, with new hires beginning at 80% for the first 12 months; day shift 7:00 am-3:30 pm Monday-Friday.
Associate Director of Philanthropy - College Based
Fundraising role on NIU's Gift Planning team: identifies, cultivates, solicits, and stewards a portfolio of individual major-gift prospects for a college-based unit.
Maintenance Mechanic - 2nd shift
Maintains and repairs critical plant equipment in DeKalb, performing preventive maintenance and supporting projects for reliable mechanical and electrical systems. Second shift position with core hours 1pm to 9:30pm; overtime and varying times may be required.
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Forklift Operator role in Dekalb (Requisition 2026-213027) with $2.00 per hour additional shift pay, performing warehouse material handling for candy products. Schedule: Sunday-Wednesday 5:15 PM-3:45 AM; employment type Regular-Full time.
Assistant Professor of Public Administration — Local Government Management
NIU's School of Public and Global Affairs seeks a tenure-track professor focused on local government management and public budgeting to teach in its NASPAA-accredited MPA program and mentor students. Starts August 2027.
Evening/Weekend Facilities Operation Specialist⏰ CLOSES NOV 6
Evening and weekend facilities operations specialist at NIU's University Libraries. Closes November 6, 2026 (extended - the same position, #00000064, was re-posted as posting 98307 with the later close date; verified on NIU's employment site November 2, 2026).
Housekeeping Aide — County Nursing Center
Housekeeping position at the county's skilled-nursing facility in DeKalb, keeping resident areas clean and safe. County benefits apply; a background check and CPR certification are part of the listing.
Forklift Operator Material Handler
Material Handler role in Dekalb (Requisition 2026-213182) with $2.00 per hour shift pay, performing picking, packing, auditing, staging and truck loading/unloading. Schedule: Sunday-Wednesday 5:15 PM-3:45 AM; employment type Regular-Full time.
Forklift Material Handler Warehouse
Material Handler role in Dekalb (Requisition 2026-213082) with overtime pay of $30.45 per hour and $2.00 per hour added on E shift. Schedule: E Shift, Monday-Friday 5:15 PM-1:45 AM; employment type Regular-Full time.
Outpatient Coder II, HB Coding, Full-time, Days (Remote - Must reside in IL, IN, IA, WI, MO - Sign-on bonus eligible)
Fully remote: the posting title states the role is remote and that applicants must reside in IL, IN, IA, WI, or MO, so DeKalb County residents are eligible; sign-on bonus eligible. Codes complex outpatient encounters (observation stays, same-day surgery) and requires AHIMA credentialing (RHIT, RHIA, or CCS) plus 3-4 years of acute-care coding experience.
Supervisor, Quality 2nd Shift
Hands-on quality leader at the DeKalb plant on 2nd shift (core hours 3pm-12am) who supervises technicians and leads and ensures food safety and quality compliance. Drives GMP practices, CAPA/root-cause work, audits and environmental monitoring.
Community Practice Coordinator, Early Childhood Court Team
Coordinates community practice for NIU's Early Childhood Court Team in the Department of Psychology, working with courts and community partners on behalf of infants, toddlers, and families in the child-welfare system.
Regional Sales
Regional sales role listed for DeKalb, IL in which the Account Executive drives revenue growth by developing new business and managing key accounts for CST's welded tank product line. Involves territory development and 50-70% travel within the assigned territory.
Distribution Center Supervisor
Second-shift supervisor at 3M's DK6 distribution center in DeKalb. Salary range includes variable incentive pay.
Assistant Professor of Higher Education & Student Affairs — Community College Leadership
NIU is hiring a faculty member to teach and advise in its higher education and student affairs programs, with a focus on community college leadership.
Manager, Environmental Health & Safety
Manages the Environmental, Health, Safety and Security team at the DeKalb facility, ensuring compliance with federal, state and local regulations. Leads EHS programs, incident investigations and safety and environmental goals as part of the Senior Leadership Team.
Account Executive
Drives revenue growth by developing new business, managing key accounts, and representing CST's welded tank product line. Focuses on territory development through engineering firms, contractors, reps and end users, with 50-70% travel within the assigned territory.
Mission Critical Sales Account Executive
Remote role listed under DeKalb, IL on CST's portal, driving business development in the Mission Critical sector with a focus on data centers and related infrastructure. Builds strategic relationships with contractors; travel requirement is 50-75%.
Lead, Sample Room
Leads day-to-day Sample Room operations in DeKalb, preparing, packaging and shipping product samples for customers, brokers, sales teams and trade shows, with core hours 6:30am-3:00pm. Coordinates shipments via UPS, FedEx and USPS and maintains sample inventory and food-safety compliance.
Highway Seasonal Snow Plow Operator
Seasonal part-time, non-bargaining unit position with the DeKalb County Highway Department for the 2026-2027 winter season, plowing snow and applying salt on an assigned route and operating highway maintenance equipment. Day shift 7:00 am-3:30 pm Monday-Friday with mandatory overtime; requires a valid Illinois Class B Commercial Driver's License.
Production Supervisor
Responsible for all manufacturing processes in the facility, setting daily/weekly/monthly objectives and directly supervising production team members. Requires experience being fully responsible for a 2nd Shift and a lean manufacturing background.
Truck Driver CDL A Solo
Class A CDL Truck Driver position in DeKalb (Requisition 2026-211922) delivering solo touch freight (tires) from Indiana to South Dakota and to Kansas and Missouri, Monday-Friday. Pay details include $0.67 per mile solo pay, $17.03 per stop, per diem and a sign-on bonus; employment type Regular-Full time.
Truck Driver CDL A Solo Regional
Class A CDL Truck Driver position in DeKalb (Requisition 2026-211919) delivering solo touch freight (tires) regionally, Monday-Friday. Pay details include $0.67 per mile solo pay, $17.03 per stop, per diem and a sign-on bonus; employment type Regular-Full time.
Part-Time Warehouse Operator - Weekend Shift
Part-time weekend-shift warehouse operator at 3M in DeKalb, starting at $21.81 an hour.
Full-Time Warehouse Operator
Full-time warehouse operator at 3M in DeKalb, starting at $21.81 an hour plus a $1-$2 an hour shift premium on 2nd or 3rd shift.
Capex Engineering, Project Management and Ops Excellence Leader
Senior capital-projects and operations-excellence leadership role with DeKalb listed among its two work locations.
Material Handler I / Shipping Clerk
Material handler and shipping clerk at TOPPAN Packaging in DeKalb. Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM shift.
Lead Sterile Processing Tech
Full-time 40 hrs/wk Lead Sterile Processing Technician role in DeKalb, reporting to the Sterile Processing Supervisor and coordinating personnel engaged in cleaning, sterilizing, assembling and distributing sterilized instruments and equipment. Requires a high school degree, expert knowledge of sterile technique and AAMI standards, and certification in Sterile Processing.
Security Officer I Casual Rotating schedule
Casual Security Officer I role in DeKalb on a rotating schedule, with the posting stating hours per week are not guaranteed and hours/days will vary. The officer protects the hospital from theft and damage, provides protection for patients, visitors, associates, and medical staff, and performs regular perimeter and internal patrols.
Warehouse Forklift Operator 1st Shift
Warehouse Stand up Reach Operator role in Dekalb (Requisition 2026-211107) on a three-and-a-half day workweek handling candy products. Schedule: A Shift, Sunday-Tuesday 5:15 am-4:45 pm and Wednesday 5:15 am-11:15 am; employment type Regular-Full time.
Warehouse Forklift Operator Material Handler
Material Handler role in Dekalb (Requisition 2026-211099) with overtime pay of $30.45 per hour and $2.00 per hour added on E shift. Schedule: E Shift, Monday-Friday 5:15 PM-1:45 AM; employment type Regular-Full time.
Warehouse Forklift Material Handler
Material Handler role in Dekalb (Requisition 2026-210675) with $2.00 per hour shift pay, performing warehouse picking, packing and forklift operation for candy products. Schedule: Sunday-Wednesday 5:15 PM-3:45 AM; employment type Regular-Full time.
Warehouse Forklift
Forklift Operator role in Dekalb (Requisition 2026-211105) with $2.00 per hour additional shift pay, handling candy with stand-up high reach and dock lift equipment. Schedule: Sunday-Wednesday 5:15 PM-3:45 AM; employment type Regular-Full time.
Forklift Operator 1st Shift
Warehouse Stand up Reach Operator role in Dekalb (Requisition 2026-211090) on a three-and-a-half day workweek. Schedule: A Shift, Sunday-Tuesday 5:15 am-4:45 pm and Wednesday 5:15 am-11:15 am; employment type Regular-Full time.
Forklift Operator Material Handler Warehouse
Warehouse Stand up Reach Operator role in Dekalb (Requisition 2026-211108) performing loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving and forklift operation. Schedule: A Shift, Sunday-Tuesday 5:15 am-4:45 pm and Wednesday 5:15 am-11:15 am; employment type Regular-Full time.
Human Resources Supervisor
Human resources supervisor role at 3M's DeKalb site.
Coding Analyst, HB Coding-Part Time (Remote - Must reside in IL, IN, IA, WI, MO) - Day Shift 20 hours
Fully remote, part-time at 20 hours per week on day shift: the posting lists the location as remote work from Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, and Iowa and requires residence in IL, IN, IA, WI, or MO, so it is open to DeKalb County residents. Hospital billing coding analyst role requiring a coding credential (RHIT, RHIA, CCS, CCS-P, COC, or CPC) and 3 years in an acute healthcare setting.
IPS Data and Evaluation Specialist⏰ CLOSES TODAY
Data and evaluation specialist in NIU's Department of Psychology. Closes November 3, 2026.
Cardiac Sonographer Full-Time
Full-time 40 hrs/wk day-shift Cardiac Sonographer role in DeKalb performing echocardiography procedures, with on-call required every fourth weekend and a 60-minute report-to-hospital response time. Requires completion of an ARDMS accredited program specializing in Cardiovascular Ultrasound and experience in adult and pediatric echocardiography, adult stress echos, and TEEs.
Histotechnician-Casual Rotating Shifts
Casual / as-needed Histotechnician position located at Kishwaukee Hospital in DeKalb, performing routine histology procedures resulting in stained slides for microscopic review and diagnosis by the Pathologist. Histotechnician (HT) ASCP certification must be obtained within 1 year of hire.
Director of Information Security
Director of information security for NIU's Division of Information Technology.
Lactation Consultant RN In-House Registry
Casual / per diem in-house registry Lactation Consultant RN role in DeKalb, listed at 1.2 hrs/wk on rotating shifts, evaluating and improving nursing care of breast-feeding patients. Requires a Bachelor of Nursing, an Illinois Registered Nurse license, BLS, and certification by the International Board of Lactation Consultants (IBCLC).
Registered Nurse-Float Pool Full-Time Nights
Full-time night-shift float pool staff nurse role, with location listed in the posting as Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital and Northwestern Medicine Valley West Hospital. The nurse prescribes, delegates and coordinates nursing care to the acutely ill patient through the nursing process.