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Looking to make a difference? Explore career opportunities at Equality Illinois and help advance LGBTQ+ rights across our state.
At Equality Illinois, we are deeply committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We strongly encourage women, people of color, transgender and nonbinary individuals, LGBTQ+ people, people with disabilities, veterans, and individuals from historically marginalized communities to apply.
Together, we’re working to build a more just and equitable Illinois for all.
Current Openings
Equality Illinois is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in employment practices or decisions based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability (including HIV status), marital or family status, pregnancy, religion, veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.
Sr. Director of Strategic Operations – Position Overview
APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN FOR THIS POSITION
Equality Illinois seeks a visionary and results-driven Sr. Director of Strategic Operations to serve as the organization’s senior internal integrator. This role operates with delegated authority from the Chief Executive Officer to ensure enterprise alignment, operational discipline, financial integrity, and cross-portfolio accountability. This is a leadership position responsible for strengthening execution standards, institutionalizing processes, and ensuring the organization functions as a coordinated enterprise rather than a collection of independent departments. The Sr. Director of Strategic Operations partners closely with department leaders to elevate performance, strengthen infrastructure, and align daily operations with strategic and budgetary priorities.
Director of Public Policy – Position Overview
APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN FOR THIS POSITION
Equality Illinois seeks a strategic and dynamic Director of Public Policy. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer and serving as a member of the senior leadership team, the Director leads the organization’s advocacy and policy strategy to advance full equality for LGBTQ+ people in Illinois. This role builds and strengthens coalitions, works closely with elected officials and agency leaders, develops and advances pro-LGBTQ+ legislation while opposing harmful policies, and helps implement the movement’s state electoral strategy. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, deep knowledge of the policymaking process, and exceptional relationship-building abilities to effectively engage diverse stakeholders and communities across the state.
