Effingham is made up of hard-working, intelligent people who appreciate a job well done. Add to that a number of new and expanding businesses, and that spells opportunity for anyone looking to begin or build upon his/her career.

Effingham's top employers include manufacturing plants, healthcare facilities, telecommunications companies and a mix of other businesses. In fact, the number of employers is remarkable, compared to local population data. Opportunities truly abound for anyone moving into this area.

The city continues to recruit new companies, which, in turn, calls for an ongoing need for quality individuals with a drive for success. The ever-growing business community continually diversifies the economic base and also allows for existing business expansion. Available positions constantly range from professional and managerial to plant and office roles. Companies here offer a wide range of incentive packages to new employees, and many have created programs that reward employees in a number of ways.

With the excellent educational system, including the higher education opportunities and the strong Midwestern work values that Effingham employees hold dear, employers will be hard-pressed to find a more highly-motivated, qualified workforce. At the same time, people coming here to look for employment will be impressed with the available positions in their fields of expertise. There is a wealth of opportunity to be had by anyone looking for employment in Effingham. This community invites anyone looking to excel to give it a try.