Looking for work this holiday season?

🎁 Holiday hiring season is here! Illinois’s Ban the Box law gives job seekers with criminal records a fair chance — employers can’t ask about criminal history on an initial job application.

Thanks to Illinois’ Paid Leave for All Workers Act, most employees can take up to 40 hours of paid leave each year — for any reason.

The Staunton Fire Protection District is unique. It's the only SHARP designated volunteer fire department in the US. Earning the certification takes hard work and a dedication to safety. SFPD has again been recognized for its commitment to safety. www.illinois.gov/news/release...

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Protecting workers is priority for IL OSHA. Incident reports are created to be used as learning tools, including in the field of public works. Read more: www.illinois.gov/news/release...

IDOL is working for YOU! Read more about how we recovered thousands of dollars in unpaid wages on a solar project - www.illinois.gov/news/release...

IDOL offices are closed tomorrow in observance of the holiday.

The Illinois Department of Labor inspects haunted houses.

IDOL's On-Site Safety and Health Consultation Program is committed to workplace safety - and to helping small- and medium-sized businesses take their safety plan to the next level. IDOL is proud of what the Staunton Fire Protection District has accomplished. www.illinois.gov/news/release...

IL OSHA works with its partners in the fire service to provide resources geared toward keeping firefighters safe. A sample incident command, accountability, and mayday standard operating guideline for structure fires was developed. Read more - www.illinois.gov/news/release...

Latinas working full-time, year-round were paid 58 cents, and all earners (including part-time and seasonal workers) were paid 54 cents for every dollar paid to non-Hispanic white men in 2024. via AAUW

The law requires equal pay for equal work. 👩‍💼👨‍💼 Men & women must be paid the same for substantially similar jobs. 🚫Employers can't pay Black workers less than others for the same work. ✅ Exceptions only apply for things like seniority, merit, or production—not gender or race.

The Illinois Department of Labor's Division of Occupational Safety and Health works to keep firefighters safe. We partnered with the Fire Service Institute to make available an online course to strengthen safety defenses. Learn more: www.illinois.gov/news/release...

The Illinois Department of Labor On-Site Safety and Health Consultation Program is looking out for small to medium-sized businesses. Learn more: worksafe.illinois.gov/safety-artic...

Check out what's happening at IDOL. labor.illinois.gov/news.html

After workers didn't get paid what they were owed by a Beecher-based contractor, IDOL stepped in and recovered nearly half a million dollars. www.illinois.gov/news/release...

Whether you're on the job or at home, sometimes you need to drown out the noise.

The Illinois Department of Labor inspects haunted houses before issuing a permit to operate.

📢 Employers: Illinois’s Paid Leave for All Workers Act requires: ✔️ Providing up to 40 hours of paid leave per year. ✔️ Allowing employees to use leave for any reason. Details: labor.illinois.gov/paidleave

🍽️ Tipped employees in Illinois must earn at least the state minimum wage ($15) when tips are included. If tips don’t add up, the employer must make up the difference. Fair pay isn’t optional—it’s the law.

Attention employers: Before hiring anyone under 16 in Illinois, you must secure an employment certificate (work permit) through the local school district. Protect young workers. Follow the law. ℹ️ Details here: labor.illinois.gov/childlabor

🏗️ The Prevailing Wage Act doesn’t just protect workers—it also strengthens local economies by keeping wages fair. Strong wages = strong communities. 💪

👩‍💻👨‍🎨 Whether you’re a writer, designer, or developer—Illinois has your back. The Freelance Worker Protection Act gives freelancers: ✔️ The right to a written contract ✔️ Clear payment terms ✔️ Protection from retaliation labor.illinois.gov/freelance

What to Expect: Read about how OSHA's inspection process can impact workplace safety and the resources available to help employers. worksafe.illinois.gov/safety-artic...

What's happening at IDOL? Check out our quarterly newsletter. labor.illinois.gov/news/newslet...

⚖️ In Illinois, workers are entitled to at least one day of rest every 7 days thanks to the One Day Rest in Seven Act (ODRISA). 📅 Employers must also provide a 20-minute meal break for every 7.5-hour shift. 🛠️ Worker protections matter—know your rights!

⏳ Here’s how it works: Illinois workers earn 1 hour of paid leave for every 40 hours worked. You can start using it after 90 days on the job. Your time is protected. ✅

📢 Employers: Illinois minimum wage increased to $15/hour on January 1, 2025. Make sure you’re in compliance. Details: labor.illinois.gov/mwl

⚠️ Illinois law prohibits minors from working in dangerous jobs like roofing, mining, or operating heavy machinery. Youth employment should never come at the cost of safety. ✅ More info: labor.illinois.gov/childlabor

📢 Employers: If you’re working on a public works project in Illinois, you must pay laborers, mechanics, and workers at least the prevailing wage rate for their craft. Stay compliant ➡️labor.illinois.gov/pw

💼 Freelancers deserve to be paid on time. Under Illinois’ Freelance Worker Protection Act, clients must pay freelancers within 30 days of completed work (unless a different date is agreed to in writing). More ➡️ labor.illinois.gov/freelance

Read more about how IDOL and the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal keep you safe during spooky season. www.illinois.gov/news/release...

The Summer/Fall newsletter has dropped. Check it out! labor.illinois.gov/news/newslet...

Discover how OSHA's inspection process can impact workplace safety and what resources are available to help employers navigate potential violations and foster a safer work environment. worksafe.illinois.gov/safety-artic...

The Pay Transparency amendment to the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003 requires an employer to include pay scale and benefit information in job postings if the employer has more than 15 employees.

Need time off for a doctor’s appointment, a child’s school event, or just a mental health day? 🗓️ Illinois law lets workers use their paid leave for any reason—no explanation required.

👩‍🎓 Did you know? Illinois workers under 18 can be paid a lower minimum wage - $13 an hour. Young workers, know your rights ➡️ labor.illinois.gov/mwl

🕒 Did you know? In Illinois, 14- and 15-year-olds can’t work more than 3 hours on a school day or 8 hours on a non-school day. Education comes first—jobs must never interfere with school. 📚

👷 Workers on state or local government-funded construction projects are entitled to prevailing wages—covering both hourly pay and benefits. This law keeps wages fair and competitive in every Illinois community.

📢The Freelance Worker Protection Act ensures freelancers are treated fairly by requiring written contracts and timely payment for their work. ✅ Protecting independent workers ✅ Strengthening Illinois’ workforce ✅ Promoting fairness in every industry Learn more ➡️ labor.illinois.gov/freelance

Not being paid correctly? Unable to use your paid leave? Let us know ➡️labor.illinois.gov/complaints

🌟 Illinois workers have the right to earn paid leave under the Paid Leave for All Workers Act. ➡️ All employees can earn up to 40 hours (5 days) of paid leave per year, to be used for any reason. Learn more: labor.illinois.gov/paidleave

💰 In Illinois, all workers deserve fair pay. The state’s minimum wage is $15/hour for workers 18+ Learn more about your rights ➡️ labor.illinois.gov/mwl

👷‍♀️ Illinois protects young workers. Under Illinois law, teens 14–15 can only work limited hours with a work permit. Every child deserves a safe, healthy start in the workplace. Learn more about the rules: labor.illinois.gov/childlabor

💡 Did you know? Illinois’s Prevailing Wage Act ensures workers on public works projects are paid fair wages and benefits—based on local standards for their trade. Fair pay for fair work. labor.illinois.gov/laws-rules/c...