American Job Center - Mercer County

Satellite office · Illinois workNet network

Weekly hoursMon 8:30 AM–5:00 PM; Tue–Thu 8:00 AM–4:30 PM; Fri 8:30 AM–5:00 PM

American Job Center - Mercer County is a satellite office in Aledo, Illinois, part of the Illinois workNet network. It is at 115 E. Main Street, Aledo, IL 61231. Call 309-245-1908. Hours: Mon 8:30 AM–5:00 PM; Tue–Thu 8:00 AM–4:30 PM; Fri 8:30 AM–5:00 PM.

What to bring to American Job Center - Mercer County

Photo IDIllinois's claim checklist asks for an ID
Social Security numberIllinois's claim checklist asks for it
Your work historyEmployers and dates; Illinois asks for the last 18 months
A resume, even a rough draftUseful if you want resume or job search help
Unemployment claim detailsClaim number and any letters, if you already filed

Full checklist by situation · Illinois unemployment documents

American Job Center - Mercer County hours Central Time

Mon8:30 AM–5:00 PM

Tue8:00 AM–4:30 PM

Wed8:00 AM–4:30 PM

Thu8:00 AM–4:30 PM

Fri8:30 AM–5:00 PM

SatClosed

SunClosed

Address and contact

115 E. Main StreetAledo, IL 61231

Phone: 309-245-1908
TTY: 800-526-0844
Email: Not published
Time zone: Central Time

Services at American Job Center - Mercer County

Job search helpTraining (WIOA)Veterans servicesYouth programsAssistance with completing applications and formsFree internet and public Wi-Fi accessPublic computer access and digital literacy trainingAdult education and GED programsApprenticeships and internshipsJob search assistance workshopsVocational TrainingCareer counseling and coachingEmployer partnerships and hiring supportJob search assistanceOn-the-job training programsResume writing and interview preparationEmployment readiness programsFinancial literacy and budgeting supportEmployment and vocational trainingInternship and summer employment programsLeadership and life skills trainingYouth volunteer and civic engagement opportunitiesAdvisement & CounselingFederal Grant UpdatesIncumbent Worker TrainingOn-the-Job TrainingResources for Ex-OffenderSkills Development (Worker Training)Training SubsidiesUnpaid Work Experience and InternshipsWorkforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA)Workplace/Soft Skills

Center type: Satellite office. Center types explained

Unemployment help and appointments

The official listing does not say whether this center helps with unemployment claims.

Appointments: The official listing does not say whether you need an appointment. Call first.

Illinois policy: IDES offices take walk-ins and appointments.

How to file in IllinoisPhone 1-800-244-5631 Up to $628 a weekUp to 26 weeks in Illinois Illinois unemployment phoneNumbers and hours Weekly claimsKeep getting paid Claim denied?How to appeal

Workforce board

Region: LWIA 13. How WIOA training works

Accessibility and languages

The official listing does not describe accessibility features. Call ahead to request accommodations; federal one-stop rules require American Job Center sites to be physically and programmatically accessible to people with disabilities.

TTY: 800-526-0844

Spanish-language help is not confirmed by the official listing.

Map and directions

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Questions about American Job Center - Mercer County

What are the hours of American Job Center - Mercer County?

Mon 8:30 AM–5:00 PM; Tue–Thu 8:00 AM–4:30 PM; Fri 8:30 AM–5:00 PM (Central Time). Days not shown are not listed by the official source, so call before you go on those days and on holidays.

What is the phone number of American Job Center - Mercer County?

309-245-1908.

Where is American Job Center - Mercer County located?

115 E. Main Street, Aledo, IL 61231.

Can I file for unemployment at American Job Center - Mercer County?

The official listing does not say whether this center helps with unemployment claims. In Illinois you can file online through the state unemployment website or by phone at 1-800-244-5631.

How much is unemployment in Illinois?

The maximum weekly benefit is $628 for up to 26 weeks, according to the U.S. Department of Labor table effective July 2026. Your amount depends on your past wages.

Sources

Checked October 30, 2026 against apps.illinoisworknet.com/Locator/api/SPSearch.

Center website: theamericanjobcenter.org

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