UNIFY – Job Center Partners
Illinois Department of Employment Security

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Employment Services
IDES maintains Illinois Job Link, the free job exchange that connects job seekers to employers. Employment Service personnel can help individuals create an effective profile on www.illinoisjoblink.com
Veterans Services
Military veterans receive priority of service for all employment services.
Hiring Incentives
IDES connects employers with tax credits as an incentive to hire an economically disadvantaged individual. A fidelity bond is also available to employers who hire job applicants considered to be at risk due to their past life experiences.
Organization – Illinois Department of Employment Security: Employment Services
Primary Location –1 N. Genesee St. Waukegan, IL
Primary Phone – 847-377-3450
Website – www2.illinois.gov/ides
Contact Name & Title – Gustavo Zamora & Sandra Montoya, Employment Service Program Representatives
Referral Guide – Send referrals for the services above. Employment personnel cannot answer questions regarding unemployment insurance. Do not use this referral form for unemployment questions. Individuals can file online and view a list of frequently asked questions at www.ides.illinois.gov
See IDES contact guide for additional information.
Contact the One Stop Operations Lead with any questions or updates at [email protected] or 847-377-3456.