Census Bureau Hiring Thousands In Chicago Area For 2020 Count

CHICAGO, IL—The U.S. Census Bureau is recruiting thousands of people across the Chicagoland area to assist with the 2020 census count. A variety of temporary positions are available, including field supervisors, census takers (enumerators), and office staff.

Candidates must be 18 years or older, have a valid social security number and be a U.S. citizen. Census takers will be paid $26.50 per hour, field supervisors make $29.50. Veterans are especially encouraged to apply and will be given preference after proving military service. Interested applicants must complete an online job application. The application includes assessment questions about your education, work, and other experience. (Read FAQs for information about pay, hours, etc.)

The U.S. Constitution mandates that a count be taken of the country's population every ten years to determine the number of seats in Congress and to empower the people over the government. Census data is also used to collect population statistics, such as age, race, gender, etc. Federal dollars are awarded to hospitals, fire departments, schools, roads and other resources based on census data.

Learn more about the about joining the 2020 Census team. For more information or help applying. call 1-855-JOB-2020 (1-855-567-2020).