Top 33 Political Jobs in Palatine, Il

Communications and Special Events Management Analyst
Village of West Dundee —West Dundee, IL
- $75,531 - $108,517 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Clean driving record
- Marketing
- Pass drug screening
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Manager, Platforms and Devices, Government Affairs and Public Policy
Google —Chicago, IL
- $141,000 - $206,000 a year
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Up to 50% travel
- Local
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Program Manager, Government Relations & Public Affairs
Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling —Niles, IL
- $110,000 - $145,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- High school diploma or GED
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Government Affairs Specialist
Surf Internet —Naperville, IL
- $85,000 - $100,000 a year
- Public speaking
- Mid-level
- 3 years
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Part-Time News Anchor/Reporter
Audacy, Inc. —Chicago, IL
- $38.11 - $59.30 an hour
- Part-time
- Word processing
- Computer literacy
- English
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
Regional Lead - Government & Industry Affairs
VGW —Naperville, IL
- $160,000 - $210,000 a year
- Remote
- 7 years
- Senior level
- Opportunities for advancement
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Adjunct Faculty, Political Science
College of Lake County —Grayslake, IL
- $1,373 per credit hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- 18 years or older
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Senior Director of Advocacy
Connections For The Homeless, Inc —Evanston, IL
- From $113,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Current TB test
- 5 years
- Driver's License
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Political Reporter
Fox Corporation —Chicago, IL
- $60 - $72 an hour
- Full-time
- Research
- Mid-level
- Fair chance
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Head of International Policy
AbbVie —North Chicago, IL
- $206,500 - $393,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Writing skills
- 11+ years
- Analysis skills
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Community Engagement Manager
OAK PARK VILLAGE OF —Oak Park, IL
- $71,842 - $88,007 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Research
- Mid-level
- Office
Director, Diagnostics Public Affairs (Public Relations)
Abbott Laboratories —Lake Forest, IL
- $149,300 - $298,700 a year
- Full-time
- Marketing
- Writing skills
- 11+ years
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
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Administrative Assistant, Government Relations
Illinois Association of School Boards —Lombard, IL
- $36,000 - $45,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 5 years
- Mid-level
- Office
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Senior Administrative Assistant, International & State Government Affairs
AbbVie —North Chicago, IL
- $27.00 - $48.80 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- Office
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Political Canvasser
Ben McAdams for Illinois State Senate —Winfield, IL
- $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Driver's License
- Travel
- Organizational skills
- Paid training
- On-the-job training
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Program Director for Sumud: for Justice in Palestine and Israel
Evangelical Lutheran Church in America —Chicago, IL
- $64,480 - $96,720 a year
- Email
- Hybrid work
- 5 years
- Office
- Master's degree
- 403(b) matching
- Health savings account
Director, Policy and Community Engagement
National Louis University —Lisle, IL
- $65,187 - $94,520 a year
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Office
- Master's degree
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Associate Director, 340B Strategy & Innovation
AbbVie —Mettawa, IL
- $141,500 - $268,500 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Conflict management
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Labor Relations Manager
Aldridge Electric —Libertyville, IL
- $100,000 - $140,000 a year
- 5 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Experience equivalent to degree accepted
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Senior Manager, Diagnostics Public Affairs (Public Relations)
Abbott Laboratories —Lake Forest, IL
- $129,300 - $258,700 a year
- Full-time
- Marketing
- Writing skills
- 8 years
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
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Communications and Special Events Management Analyst

Village of West Dundee -
West Dundee, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$75,531 - $108,517 a year

Benefits

Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Employee relationship building
Digital marketing tools
Driver's License
Bachelor's degree
Email marketing software
Video communication
Newsletters (communication methods)
Productivity software
Community relationship building
Media editing tools

Full Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

Do you have a creative mind, a passion for communication, a flair for digital marketing, enjoy engaging with the public, and have a passion for civic involvement? Come join us at the Village of West Dundee! With a population of nearly 8,400, we are seeking an energetic, resourceful team player for our newly created Communications & Special Events Management Analyst position. In this pivotal role reporting to the Village Manager, you will serve as a communications and design resource across all Village departments and our Special Events Committee. By producing timely, fresh, and engaging content for our website and social media platforms, and through other communication means such as the Village newsletter and press releases, you will help convey Village initiatives and services to the public.

The Communications & Special Events Management Analyst will partner with Village leadership to share the overall vision of our vibrant and historic riverside community, filled with small-town charm in the northwest suburbs of Chicago, IL, along I-90. A key element will include communicating about future redevelopment projects, especially throughout the exciting transformation of the reimagined Spring Hill area.

A successful person in this position will excel at building relationships both internally with Village staff and externally with community stakeholders, local business community, non-profit organizations, other local government entities, special event vendors, and residents.

QUALIFICATIONS

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Political Science, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field
Three or more years of progressively responsible experience in those fields; municipal experience a plus.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, social media platforms, Canva, and Adobe Suite (or similar design tools), and email marketing platforms;
Skills in photography, photo editing, graphic design, and video production are preferred; strong written and oral communication skills.
Must possess a valid Illinois Driver’s License with a good driving record and access to personal transportation.

WORK SCHEDULE

The schedule is 40 hours per week, with flexibility, as this person must be able to work Village-sponsored events and attend meetings after normal business hours, which may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays. This is a full-time, FLSA-exempt position.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The salary range for this position is $75,531 - $108,517. The starting salary will be based on qualifications and experience. The Village offers a generous benefits package, including, but not limited to, paid vacation and sick leave; paid holidays and floating holidays; group medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) pension; and access to voluntary deferred compensation 457 plans for additional retirement savings.

HOW TO APPLY

Candidates should submit their full application package through this online job portal, and include the following items, consolidated into one or two PDF files for uploading:

a cover letter explaining your interest in the position
a resume
a completed employment application
a link to your digital portfolio or website, or inclusion of 23 writing or design samples, demonstrating your best communications work or design.

A full job description, as well as a Village of West Dundee employment application, can be accessed on the Village website at https://www.wdundee.org/how_do_i/view/village_job_opportunities.php.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The selected finalist will be required to successfully pass a pre-employment criminal background check, a reference check, a post-offer physical, and drug screening. Inquiries should be directed to Kelly Revera, Assistant to the Village Manager, at [email protected].

DEADLINE

Applications will be accepted through August 23, 2026, and reviewed on a rolling basis.

The Village of West Dundee is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About Village of West Dundee

The Village of West Dundee (population 8,372), located on the Fox River, 40 miles northwest of Chicago, is a vibrant and historic community where small-town charm meets opportunities for active growth and revitalization. The Village provides a full array of services to the community through the following Departments: Police, Fire, Public Works, Community Development, and Administration & Finance. Visit www.wdundee.org or email [email protected] for more information.

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