The Village of Morton Grove (5.1 square miles) is a diverse and mature inner-ring suburb with immediate access to interstate, commuter rail, and recreational trail networks. Residents enjoy the comforts of suburban living, access to 400 acres of Cook County Forest Preserves, a mix of small businesses and national retailers, and is close to downtown Chicago, O’Hare Airport, Interstates 94 and 294, and is serviced by Metra trains and Pace buses. The Village has outstanding restaurants and shops and a balance of residential, retail, and commercial properties that provide diverse offerings to its residents. Morton Grove is described as an “Incredibly Close community of neighbors that enjoy living in Morton Grove and care about each other.” The Village provides high-quality municipal services through Administration, Economic Development, Finance, Family and Senior Services, Building, Fire, Police, and Public Works departments.
The Village only accepts applications and resumes in connection with specific advertised positions. Applications and resumes are not kept on file. If there is an advertised position you would like to apply for listed below, please click on the corresponding link for more information.
Send your completed Employment Application along with a cover letter and resume to [email protected]. (unless otherwise directed) or:
Village of Morton Grove
Attn: Human Resources
6101 Capulina Avenue
Morton Grove, Illinois 60053
(Do not use this application for sworn police officer employment)
Part-Time Fire Inspector
FIRE DEPARTMENT
The Village of Morton Grove is seeking a qualified and motivated individual to join our Fire Department as a part-time Fire Inspector. This position performs building inspections, assists with public education, and other assigned tasks.
The Fire Inspector will, under the direction of the Fire Prevention Coordinator:
- Must have a working knowledge of fire suppression and fire prevention activities.
- Work harmoniously with shift and staff personnel of the Fire Department and other Village Departments.
- Work both independently and with direct supervision toward the overall department & Village goals.
- Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills by preparing complete and accurate records, reports, and presentations as directed.
- Investigate complaints of possible hazardous fire conditions; determine if a fire hazard is present and initiate action to secure correction if a fire hazard is determined to exist.
- Conduct inspections and re-inspections of commercial, industrial, multifamily residential, public, and institutional buildings; checking for compliance with village, state and federal fire codes, ordinances, and statutes as to fire hazards and fire protection equipment; check for compliance of violations noted.
- Conduct inspections for proper identification, labeling, notification, and storage of hazardous materials.
- Prepare documentation of inspection findings for report submittal to parties involved, to administrative offices, and for record keeping purposes. Maintain a comprehensive system of records for follow-up inspections and department use.
- Write violation notices, letters, and other follow-up correspondence.
- Update paper and computer files relating to fire prevention and building surveys for occupancies in the Village.
- Attend meetings and training as required to keep current with changes in the fire prevention industry.
- Perform other related work as assigned.
View the full Job Description for more information.
Requirements: The successful candidate will have a working knowledge of fire suppression and prevention. The following knowledge, skills and abilities are required:
- Fire Prevention Officer or Fire Inspector 1 certification desired, but will train the successful candidate, if necessary.
- Possess a valid driver’s license.
- High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and problem-solving ability.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professional integrity.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational and time management abilities.
- Adaptable to changing priorities and capable of managing multiple tasks.
Salary Range: $25-$32 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience. This position does not provide health care or pension benefits.
Application Process: To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter. Applications accepted until position is filled and should be addressed to the attention of Vila Samdani, HR Generalist.
Applications may be emailed to [email protected] or mailed to:
Village of Morton Grove
Attn: Human Resources
6101 Capulina Avenue
Morton Grove, Illinois 60053
MAINTENANCE WORKER I
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
The Village of Morton Grove is seeking qualified applicants for the full-time Maintenance Worker I position.
Overview:
The Maintenance Worker I performs manual labor of routine difficulty involving physically demanding unskilled and semi-skilled tasks and performs related work as required. Under the direct supervision of a Crew Leader, the employee will perform the duties as assigned and assist other divisions within the Department of Public Works. Consequently, a history of experience with light construction, plumbing, or other municipal water and sewer experience is desirable.
When not directly engaged in water and sewer operations, this employee will also be expected to operate as a laborer, assisting the other divisions. This is a laborer position that is subject to 24-hour callback and requires rotated on-call duties.
Examples of Knowledge and Skills:
- Performing heavy manual labor, completing tasks such as digging and shoveling for water main repairs, sewer line repairs, catch basin rebuilding, fire hydrant installations, and parkway restoration
- Replacing water main valves
- Operating various equipment such as front-end loaders, backhoes, bobcats and dump trucks
- Sewer maintenance, cleaning and televising, storm and sanitary sewers
- JULIE underground utility locating
- Snow plowing
The position requires responding to work-related emergencies 24 hours a day and the ability to obtain a Class B CDL. It assists other divisions within Public Works.
A complete and comprehensive Job Description for the Maintenance Worker I position is provided at the link below:
Maintenance Worker I Job Description
Salary ranges from $59,310 to $76,726.00 DOQ with excellent benefits (health, dental, IMRF). To be considered for the position, applicants must submit a completed Job Application (located here) plus a resume and cover letter to the Director of Public Works office. The above packet may be emailed to [email protected] (include “Maintenance Worker I - Streets” in the subject line).
EQUIPMENT OPERATOR
VILLAGE OF MORTON GROVE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
The Village of Morton Grove is seeking a skilled and dependable Equipment Operator to join our Public Works team. This full-time position involves operating a variety of light and heavy equipment to support the maintenance and improvement of Village infrastructure.
We are looking for someone with hands-on experience in equipment operation, a strong understanding of safety procedures, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. The ideal candidate will be committed to public service and capable of responding to emergencies when needed.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Operating equipment such as front-end loaders, backhoes, vactor sewer trucks, dump trucks (CDL B), street sweepers, and more.
- Performing manual labor including excavation, grading, and infrastructure repairs.
- Hauling materials and debris, and delivering to designated sites.
- Participating in snow removal and ice control operations.
- Conducting routine maintenance on equipment and reporting unsafe conditions.
- Adhering to all safety and risk management protocols.
The Ideal Candidate…
- Has at least one year of experience operating automotive and heavy equipment.
- Possesses a valid Class “B” CDL and can respond to emergencies 24/7.
- Demonstrates strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Is familiar with public works operations and safety procedures.
- Has working knowledge of Microsoft Office and can read technical manuals and maps.
- Is physically capable of lifting and moving heavy materials and working in varied weather conditions.
View the full Job Description for more information.
Salary Range: $69,493 to $89,895 annually
This is a full-time, non-exempt position with benefits including:
- Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) Pension
- Health, dental, and life insurance
- Paid vacation, sick, personal days, and holidays
To Apply:
Please submit your application, resume, and cover letter to [email protected] (include “Public Works Equipment Operator” in the subject line).
Position open until filled. Applicants are encouraged to apply by November 18, 2025.
Further inquiries about this position can be made by calling the
Village of Morton Grove Public Works Department at 847-470-5235.
ACCOUNTANT - FINANCE DEPARTMENT
The Village of Morton Grove is seeking a qualified and motivated individual to join our Finance Department as a full-time Accountant. This position performs professional-level accounting duties, supports the maintenance and reporting of financial transactions, and assists with monthly closings, annual audits, financial reconciliations, and other duties as assigned.
The Accountant will, under the direction of the Finance Director:
- Assist utility billing, accounts payable and receivable with questions, and inquiries, responding to resolve complaints, reviewing work performed and preparing reports and documents.
- Assist with the preparation of audit work papers for the annual audit by reviewing information, researching files and providing reports and miscellaneous information.
- Assist with month and year end procedures by analyzing information, creating reports and monitoring and reviewing journal entries.
- Reconciles general ledgers and bank statements by ensuring all debits and credits are correct and posted.
- Able to analyze general ledger for outstanding issues, incorrectness and make appropriate changes under the direction of Finance Director.
- Independently handles a variety of special projects.
- Provide support to cashier, utility billing and accounts payable and receivable.
- Assist the Finance Director with monitoring departmental expenditures, and special projects.
- Review payroll reports for accuracy, verifying pay changes and deductions before sending for processing.
- Other duties as assigned.
View the full Job Description for more information.
Requirements: The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and a minimum of two (2) years of progressive accounting experience. The following knowledge, skills and abilities are required:
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial practices.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
- High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and problem-solving ability.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professional integrity.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational and time management abilities.
- Adaptable to changing priorities and capable of managing multiple tasks.
- Collaborative team player with a commitment to high-quality work.
Salary Range: $77,333 to $100,034 DOQ. IMRF pension and excellent benefit package included.
Application Process: To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter. Applications accepted until position is filled and should be addressed to the attention of Zoe Heidorn, Assistant Village Administrator.
Applications may be emailed to [email protected] or mailed to:
Village of Morton Grove
Attn: Human Resources
6101 Capulina Avenue
Morton Grove, Illinois 60053
CUSTODIAN
DEPARTMENT OF FAMILY & SENIOR SERVICES (MORTON GROVE CIVIC CENTER)
The Village is seeking a dependable and hard-working individual to join our team of custodians at the Morton Grove Civic Center at 6140 Dempster Street. The Custodian will be responsible for staffing Civic Center rental parties during weekday evenings (generally 5:00 PM and later) and weekends (generally 8:00 AM and later). Custodian can expect 15 to 30 hours assigned per week based on rental needs. Tasks include:
- Setting up and breaking down table and chair arrangements for rental events.
- General clean-up before and after rental events.
- Assisting renters with facility use and trash removal.
- Sweeping outdoor walkways, removing snow and ice, replacing light bulbs, and making minor building repairs.
- Opening up and closing down the Civic Center facility.
- Providing supervision and necessary security for after-hour activities.
- Informing supervisor of maintenance items needing attention.
- Performs related work as required.
A complete and comprehensive Job Description for the position is provided at the link below:
Please submit your application, resume, and cover letter to [email protected] (include “Custodian” in the subject line).
The hourly rate for this position is $16.50 per hour. This is a part-time position without benefits.
Position open until filled. Further inquiries about this position can be made by calling Human Resources at 847-663-3061.
PART-TIME SCHOOL CROSSING GUARD
POLICE DEPARTMENT
The Morton Grove Police Department is accepting applications for the position of School Crossing Guard.
This is a seasonal, part-time civilian position with no benefits. Salary is $18.71 per hour and work hours are one hour in the morning between 7am-9am and/or one hour in the afternoon between 2pm-4pm in the afternoon. Please note that due to the quarantine, work hours may vary depending on school assignment.
Applicants must be at least 18 years of age, high school graduate and able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions. Must be able to work with children and able to instruct them in the need of crossing streets in a safe manner. Must hold a valid Illinois driver’s license and clear driving record. Must pass a background investigation, polygraph test, medical exam and drug screen.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
- Completed applications can be emailed to [email protected]. or mailed/dropped off at the Morton Grove Police Department at 6101 Capulina Avenue, Morton Grove, IL 60053.
- Application Deadline: Until filled.
- For questions or more information, please contact Records Coordinator Johnah Fine at 847/470-5200.
- Click here to download the application packet.
The Village of Morton Grove is committed to compliance with the American Disabilities Act and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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