Employment Opportunities - Now Hiring!

Do you want to use finance to combat climate change, promote equitable economic development and enhance the quality of life for all the people of Illinois?  Do you have the motivation, work ethic, skills and grit to join a small, growing and talented team at the forefront of climate finance?  The Illinois Finance Authority/Climate Bank (“IFA/CB”) needs motivated and hardworking professionals to maximize the impact of new federal funding and to better deliver existing financial products and services throughout the state of Illinois (the “State”).  If this describes you, then apply to join the IFA/CB. 

IFA/CB is a nationally recognized conduit issuer in the tax‑exempt financing market and the commercial property assessed clean energy financing market.  IFA issues tax-exempt qualified private activity bonds and property assessed clean energy bonds or notes to facilitate the funding of eligible projects by borrowers that create long-term economic value in communities throughout Illinois.

IFA/CB offers competitive benefits, including a 401(a) defined contribution retirement savings plan with matching contributions, comprehensive and competitive health, life and disability insurance and paid time off.  IFA/CB employees are at-will employees subject to various State ethics requirements (such as revolving door prohibitions), but IFA/CB employees are not subject to the State Personnel Code.  IFA/CB is an equal opportunity employer.

IFA/CB generates its own operating revenue and is not supported by State taxpayer or ratepayer appropriations. The IFA/CB meets publicly each month.

The Authority is currently hiring for the position(s) listed below. 

Chief External Affairs Officer

Job description linked here.

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter to hr@il-fa.com.