Management Analyst Public Works and Development Services - Village Of River Forest, Illinois

Village of River Forest 

Village Administrator’s Office  

400 Park Avenue 

River Forest, IL 60305 

Tel: 708-366-8500 

Position Opening - Management Analyst Public Works &  Development Services 

The Village of River Forest is seeking an energetic, results-oriented individual to join the  Village’s Public Works and Development Services team in the role of Management Analyst. This  position will support the activities of the Department and serve as the staff liaison to the  Village’s Sustainability Commission. The Management Analyst is responsible for assisting with  the preparation and monitoring of the Department budget; assisting the Director with the  management of the Village’s scavenger contract and procurement related activities; acting as  the Department’s risk management coordinator; working alongside the Administration  Department to coordinate and execute the Department’s communications; and conducting  special projects as assigned. The position will have exposure to and participate in the  Department’s collective bargaining process, and will attend and participate in internal and  external meetings as a representative of the organization. 

This position requires an individual with strong communication and organization skills as well  as excellent attention to detail. This position also requires strong interpersonal skills, a desire  to provide outstanding customer service, and the ability to work independently with minimal  supervision in a team environment.  

This position requires a minimum of two to three years of work experience in a municipal  government in a Public Works, Building, or Community Development Department, as well as a  Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college. A Master’s Degree in Public Administration or a  related field is strongly preferred. 

The salary range for this full-time, exempt position is $63,004-$91,640 plus an excellent  benefits package. Starting salary is DOQ. This position will be required to attend evening  meetings of the Sustainability Commission and, as needed, Village Board of Trustees meetings.  

Questions regarding the position should be directed to Trish Ivansek at tivansek@vrf.us or  (708) 714-3554. Qualified candidates should submit a completed application form (available at  www.vrf.us/careers), a resume, cover letter and three professional references to  tivansek@vrf.us. Position is open until filled with the intent of filling as soon as possible.  Applications will be reviewed upon receipt. The selected individual will be required to  successfully pass a background check and drug screen.  

The Village of River Forest is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

UIUC Assistant Director of Chicago Student Experience

Assistant Director, Chicago Student Experience

Engineering Administration

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Position is Located in Chicago

Illinois is a world leader in research, teaching, and public engagement. We serve the state, the nation, and the world by creating knowledge, preparing students for lives of impact, and addressing critical societal needs through the transfer and application of knowledge. Illinois is the place where we embrace difference. We embrace it because we value it. Illinois is especially interested in candidates who can contribute, through their research, teaching, and/or service, to the diversity and excellence of the Illinois community.

The University of Illinois is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or veteran status. For more information, visit http://go.illinois.edu/EEO.

PRIMARY POSITION FUNCTION/SUMMARY:

To administer, coordinate, market and provide student support for Grainger College of Engineering programs in Chicago. This position works closely with several units within The Grainger College of Engineering at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (GCOE), as well as civic and business organizations in the Chicagoland area.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Program Management

• Coordinate all aspects of daily operations for GCOE programs including Engineering City Scholars and related events for students, faculty and corporate partners.
• Serve as main point of contact for all prospective students and participating students in GCOE Chicago programs.
• Plan, coordinate and execute events and activities for the Engineering City Scholars program and additional Grainger activities in Chicago such as orientation, extracurricular activities, networking events and other programming activities to enrich the student experience while in Chicago.
• Oversee preparation for GCOE classes in Chicago including coordinating with faculty.
• Facilitate the recruitment and placement of all prospective students into the Engineering City Scholars program and additional Chicago programs as needed. This includes coordinating with the affiliated academic departments to ensure all admission requirements are met as well as sending admission notifications and other related materials to students.
• Coordinate all student services activities for participating GCOE students with Urbana-Champaign campus units including enrollment, student housing matters, addressing related questions and issues, etc.
• Oversee the maintenance of accurate student records. Maintain up-to-date written guidelines outlining procedures to be used: application and qualification process, course/work schedules, outline expectations/requirements for students, employers, advisers, and administrators. Maintain critical communications with supporting departments, i.e., financial aid.
• Conduct program assessment and follow-up studies. Prepare for and participate in debriefing of activities and events with staff to evaluate goals and effectiveness and identify issues and implement change.
• Communicate with key Urbana-Champaign campus stakeholders such as registrar, financial aid, student insurance, and other student-focused operations to ensure processes and procedures are up to date.
• Work outside of typical hours as required for special events, including nights and occasional weekends.

Marketing/Recruiting (students and corporate partners):

• Create and execute a marketing plan to include social media (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram) and promotional materials (print materials, digital messages and news releases).
• Collaborate with other departments/student services to effectively market and promote Grainger programs in Chicago to target audiences, including the technology community, GCOE faculty liaisons, student organizations, and targeted student populations, as well as business and civic organizations in the Chicago area.
• Liaise with Grainger Engineering marketing and communications team to oversee the production of marketing materials related to Chicago programs including brochures, website, handouts, posters and other printed and digital materials as needed.

Relationship Development/Management

• Assist Director in managing relationships with corporate and civic partners, alumni, and outside vendors by attending meetings and events as needed, and assist in expanding relations with recruiters, GCOE alumni, faculty, and University administrators in support of Engineering City Scholars and other college-wide programs as directed.
• Work with corporate partners/students to address performance or other related issues regarding student internships.
• Liaise with the GCOE offices/staff for Marketing and Communications, Corporate Relations, Alumni Relations, Advancement, Engineering Career Services, Engineering Administration and academic departments as necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required: 

• Bachelor’s degree
• A total of one (1) year (12 months) in education, training and/or work experience in the area of specialization inherent to the position.
• Demonstrated professional work experience in corporate relations, marketing, student career services/affairs, corporate recruiting, or related area.
• Demonstrated experience working with social media (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram).
• Demonstrated experience with information technology including use of the Internet and familiarity with various word-processing, database, spreadsheet, and presentation programs.

Preferred:

• Three years of professional work experience in corporate relations, marketing, student career services/affairs, corporate recruiting, or related area.
• Three or more years of related experience within a large public university setting.
• Familiarity with engineering, technology and/ or entrepreneurship disciplines or corporate relations in these areas.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• High degree of professionalism and comfort interacting with all levels of corporate representatives.
• Effective communication skills including excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to plan, implement, manage, and evaluate programs/events and projects as well as handle multiple work priorities.
• Possess excellent customer service and public relations skills, and an ability to work effectively in a team environment.

SALARY AND APPOINTMENT INFORMATION

This is a full-time Civil Service Program Coordinator position appointed on a [12]-month service basis.  The expected start date is as soon as possible after the close of the search. Salary will be commensurate with experience.

To Apply:

Applications must be received by July 06, 2022. Apply for this position using the “Apply for Position” button below.  If you have not applied before, you must create your candidate profile at http://jobs.illinois.edu.  If you already have a profile, you will be redirected to that existing profile via email notification.  To complete the application process:

Step 1) Submit the Staff Vacancy Application.

Step 2) Submit the Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability forms.

Step 3) Upload the following documents:

• cover letter
• resume (months and years of employment must be included)
• names/contact information for three references
• OPTIONAL:  academic credentials (unofficial transcripts or copy of diploma may be acceptable) Academic credentials are verified at the time of hire.

Transportation Planner - Civiltech Engineering, Chicago

Transportation Planner II
Civiltech Engineering, Inc. is a civil and transportation engineering consultant partnering with public and private sector clients in the Chicagoland area since 1988. Our primary focus is developing transportation design solutions for our clients. Our projects involve complete streets design, urban streetscapes, bike and pedestrian trail infrastructure, plazas and green infrastructure.
We are seeking a qualified and client focused candidate to join our growing team of urban planners and landscape architects at our Chicago Loop office.

The Position

Gain experience with community engagement and continue to acquire skills in:

• Municipal client coordination; prepare PowerPoints and exhibit boards; listen to, record, and summarize community feedback, present at open houses and community workshops, organize focus groups and listening sessions.
• Develop technical and policy writing skills.
• Format reports and plans using the Adobe Creative Suite.
• Continue gaining quantitative and data analytic skills, including the ability to perform basic statistics on large datasets with Excel and database software.
• Develop network-wide roadway recommendations at varying scales (e.g. municipal and county).
• Further learn how plan-making, program design, as well as problem formulation and solving can be applied to planning, urban design and traffic projects.
• Understand the interplay of land use and demographics in transportation planning.
• Use community engagement online platforms to build project websites and interactive maps.
• Continue learning and applying best practices in complete streets design, including NACTO, FHWA, AASHTO, MUTCD, etc. standards.
• Assist in preparing visuals for project proposals.
• Understand and uphold the values and ethics of being a consultant planner in municipalities.
• Strive to understand and work within project schedules.
• Prepare plans, maps, and data analysis reports under the direction of Project Manager or more experienced planner.

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Urban and Regional Planning or Urban Planning and Policy (Required)
• A minimum of 2-4 years of experience in transportation planning (Preferred)
• Advanced experience working in GIS Software, including ArcMap, and laying out plans using the Adobe Creative Suite.
• A desire to improve public spaces and transportation corridors in urban and suburban settings through the planning and implementation of innovative designs that balance the needs of all users, including pedestrians, bicyclists, transit riders, freight, and cars.
• Experience with and enthusiasm for leading and conducting community engagement in planning and engineering studies, including: setting up and tracking project websites and online engagement maps, preparing presentations and exhibit boards, summarizing community feedback, presenting at open houses and community workshops, and organizing and leading focus groups and listening sessions.
• Comfortable analyzing large datasets and performing statistical analyses using Microsoft Excel. Enthusiastic about and confident in learning and using technical tools to analyze data, develop recommendations, and troubleshoot.
• Experience developing concept level rendered site plans, sections and sketches to quickly communicate design ideas for a variety of projects ranging in scale from plazas to regional planning studies (Preferred).
• The ability to think critically and communicate effectively through written, verbal and graphic communications, including experience writing plans, technical memos and white papers.
• Exceptional research capabilities.
• Experience in transit and/or freight planning is a plus.
• The ability to work independently as well as closely with other design professionals, including planners, landscape architects, engineers and surveyors to develop design solutions at a fast pace.
• Experience with or a desire to learn Bentley MicroStation is a plus.
• Understands and upholds the values and ethics of being a consultant planner in municipalities.
• AICP certification or the desire to pursue certification.

Working Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Fast-paced engineering environment; working under occasional stress and tight deadlines; repetitive tasks; combination of sitting, standing, walking; working with others; critical thinking; problem solving; job task planning and organizing; computer use.

Location

Chicago, IL

Apply Here: Transportation Planner 

Clean Transportation Advocate - Sierra Club, Illinois

Job Title: Clean Transportation Advocate

Department: Chapter

Location: Chicago, IL preferable, or other IL locations considered

Reports To: Illinois Chapter Deputy Director

Context: At the Sierra Club, we believe in the power of togetherness. Together, we remain committed to the fight for a healthy climate built on a foundation of environmental, racial, economic, and gender justice – a future where all people benefit from a healthy, thriving planet and a direct connection to nature. As the climate crisis and deeply entrenched systemic racism all fuel inequity, we will continue to fight for a bold, transformational agenda that recognizes the interconnectedness between our planet, our humanity, and our democracy. By recognizing that our destinies are tied, we continue to name that all things are fundamentally connected, and the overlap between ecology, race, gender, and representative government will move to either advance our collective humanity or to oppress it. 

Sierra Club is comprised of staff across the country and a network of local chapters that support our grassroots engagement. We are also proud to be a unionized employer, with two labor unions representing more than half of our employees.

Scope: The Sierra Club’s Clean Transportation for All Campaign works at the local, state, and national levels – using a lens of equity and justice – to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and harmful air pollution from the transportation sector, while focusing on making clean transportation solutions affordable, accessible, and convenient. 

The Illinois Chapter works with our powerful base of 14 volunteer-run Groups and over 130,000 members and supporters to pass environmental legislation and advocate for policies that protect our water, air, and land. 

This position would work at the intersection of the Clean Transportation for All (CTFA) Campaign and the Illinois Chapter. The Advocate would work in Illinois with staff and volunteers to plan, coordinate and implement strategic campaigns to address harmful air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions from the transportation sector, which is the largest source of climate pollution in the United States and Illinois. The Advocate ensures that the campaign engages the Illinois Chapter of the Sierra Club’s members and supporters, and builds powerful partnerships that are oriented toward a shared vision of climate and environmental justice.

The Advocate will collaborate closely with staff in Illinois  working towards adoption of 100% clean energy. The position will initially focus on the transportation sector, but it may shift to include related priorities across Sierra Club Illinois’s energy campaigns depending on needs.

Job activities include but are not limited to:

1. Team Leadership & Project Management: Convenes and coordinates staff and volunteer team and facilitates the development and implementation of a strategic campaign plan to reduce harmful pollution from cars, buses, and trucks. Serves as the staff advisor to the Chapter’s Clean Transportation team, which has representation from local Groups. Inspires and facilitates shared vision with team members and collaborators. 
2. Policy Development & Implementation: In collaboration with staff and volunteers, works to craft policy related to transportation and plan strategies and tactics to implement those policies. Synthesizes information and gathers perspective to inform strategy, and acts as a subject matter expert, providing technical, policy, and strategic vision and guidance to staff, volunteers, and partner organizations . In collaboration with the team and external partners, develops policy positions and advocates before decision-makers. Cultivates productive relationships and represents the Sierra Club with key decision-makers and coalitions. Works with the Chapter organizers to support Sierra Club’s power building goals, including  ensuring campaign strategies and activities are designed to build a base of leaders and increase and deepen strategic partnerships. Works with the Communications coordinator on media outreach activities related to the campaign. Writes, edits, and reviews both internal and external advocacy materials.  Engages with legislators and hosts town hall meetings to advocate for Clean Transportation in Illinois.
3. Effective; Equity-Centered Collaboration: While working across teams and partners, implements Sierra Club best practices regarding the Jemez Principles for Democratic Organizing and justice, equity, and inclusion practices and goals.  Designs and implements campaign strategies rooted in an equitable transition to clean transportation and clean energy that serve front-line and directly impacted communities.  Collaborates with staff organizers in pursuit of these goals. 

Seasonal Activities: Heavier seasonal workloads may occur as a result of project deadlines, staff absences and vacancies, and during peak activity periods. Intermittent weekend and/or evening work will be required.

 

Successful candidates must have the following skills and experience:

• Team Building: Demonstrated leadership experience working within a team structure.  Ability to build vision, trust, and mutual accountability with team members, collaborators, and external partners. 
• Project Management: Track record of planning and implementing advocacy campaigns, strategic initiatives, or similar efforts with clearly defined goals. 
• Effective Communication: Highly developed communication skills, with a focus on communicating effectively across different groups of stakeholders, internally and externally.
• Equity Analysis and Practice: You are aware of your group identities and how they have shaped your life and experiences at work. You have an analysis of how racism and other forms of oppression in society impact relationships, systems and culture. You bring experience and skills for working effectively with colleagues across group identities and position/role. 

The strongest candidates will also demonstrate the following experience, skills and competencies: 

• Experience in transportation, energy, or environmental policy. 
• Experience working closely with organizers, as an organizer, or working with volunteers.
• Experience effectively navigating complex organizational systems, structures, and dynamics.
• Experience building relationships and influencing decision makers through advocacy.
• Demonstrated understanding of how organized movements create change.
• Approaches growth and learning with humility
• Public speaking and communications skills

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range for this position is $65,000 - $67,000.

This position is represented by a collective bargaining unit and is subject to the terms and conditions of the contract between Sierra Club and Progressive Workers Union.

The Sierra Club offers a competitive salary package commensurate with skills and experience plus excellent benefits that include medical, dental, and vision coverage, and a retirement savings 401(k) plan.

This is a category 5 exempt, represented position.

Sierra Club is a 501(c)(4) non-profit organization. Sierra Club employees are not eligible to participate in the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program.

Sierra Club values the expertise and talents of foreign nationals. Sierra Club sponsors both nonimmigrant and immigrant visas when certain criteria are met, based on immigration laws and organizational needs. Such sponsorship is at the discretion of the Department Head and Sierra Club Human Resources in consultation with the employee’s manager. The Sierra Club cannot guarantee the approval of a visa petition. The Sierra Club is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity.

To Apply - Click Here 

This position does not have an undergraduate education requirement. If you choose to include your education history, please remove your schools from your resume. You may leave your degree (e.g., "B.A. Philosophy"), but please remove any undergraduate and graduate school names. 

This anonymous process is aimed at opening this opportunity to more candidates, reviewing applicants on performance assessments and mitigating bias in the decision making process. 

Lastly, we are intentionally not asking for a cover letter, so please do not send one in with your application.

Explore, enjoy and protect the planet.
 

City Planner V - Chicago

 Job Title: City Planner V - Department of Transportation

Job Posting: Jun 21, 2022, 12:00:00 AM

Closing Date (Period for Applying) - External: Jul 12, 2022, 11:59:00 PM

BU: 10 | Salary: $73,644

Pay Basis: Yearly

Under general supervision, performs professional urban planning of a complex nature, typically requiring the coordination of projects relating to the development and revitalization of residential, commercial, and industrial communities, and performs related duties as required

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Participates in and coordinates the conduct of planning surveys and studies and the completion of planning reports detailing social and economic trends and their impact on current and future resources
• Evaluates development project proposals submitted by private consultants and public agencies for conformity with city development goals and objectives, governmental regulations and funding eligibility
• Prepares project summary reports for review by City Council committees
• Works with operating city departments, governmental agencies and private consultants on major planning and policy studies
• Prepares grant applications, proposals and preliminary budgets for planning projects
• Reviews and interprets state and federal legislation pertaining to planning programs and prepares position papers for management’s review
• Represents the department at community forums, civic and business organization meetings and conferences to discuss planning activities and projects
• Functions as liaison with state and federal agencies involved in collaborative planning projects
• Provides technical assistance to community organizations, delegate agencies and developers concerning planning and development projects and related work plans
• Serves as project manager for planning projects to ensure compliance with specifications and governmental regulations, as required
• Conducts site inspections of work in progress to ensure adherence to development plans, as required
• May provide direction to junior level staff

Additional duties may be required for this position.

Location: 2 N. LaSalle St

Days: Monday - Friday

Hours: 8:30am -4:30pm or 9:00am -5:00pm 

Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, Urban Design, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Transportation Planning, Environmental Planning, or a directly related field, plus five (5) years of planning work experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience, provided that the minimum degree requirement is met.

NOTE: You must provide your transcripts or diploma, professional license, or training certificates at time of processing, if applicable.

SELECTION REQUIREMENTS

This position requires applicants to complete an interview. The interviewed candidate(s) possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position will be selected.

Preference will be given to candidates possessing the following:

• Previous work experience in Transportation Planning
• Previous work experience with the principals and practices of transportation planning, design, and/or policy analysis
• Previous work experience analyzing data on economic, physical, and social factors affecting transportation issues and policies
• Previous work experience with GIS, mapping, and other geo-spacity tial analytical and presentation tools

Click Here To Apply

Applications for this position will be accepted until 11:59 pm CDT on 07/12/2022

We Will Chicago Promoter - Muse Community + Design

Job Title: We Will Chicago Promoter
Employment status: Part-time, Non-exempt, Seasonal
Compensation: Hourly, $20
Hours: up to 12 hours/week
Start Date: July 2022
End Date: October 2022
About

MUSE Community + Design is seeking outgoing, well-organized, and enthusiastic neighbors to
join our team as We Will Chicago Promoters from July to October. Meeting Chicagoans where
they are, our promotion team will be a key part of this summer’s public engagement for We Will
Chicago, Chicago’s citywide plan.

We Will Chicago is the first citywide plan in more than 50 years, and the City of Chicago is
bringing the planning process to every Ward this summer. DPD will release a draft document in
July outlining the Goals and Objectives of We Will Chicago. Promoters will be trained to educate
the public about the We Will Chicago framework and collect feedback. To learn more about We
Will Chicago, click here.

As a We Will Chicago Promoter, you will represent the Chicago Department of Planning and
Development (DPD) and the We Will Chicago planning process at events across the city this
summer and fall. Promoters will staff tents/tables at events like street festivals, farmers markets,
outdoor concerts, and block parties.

Promoters will use digital tablets at summer events for the public to take digital surveys at the
We Will Chicago tents and should be comfortable helping neighbors respond to a survey on a
digital device, if needed.

This is a seasonal position, offering up to 12 hours per week from July - October.

Responsibilities:

• Represent the City of Chicago Department of Planning and Development (DPD) and We Will Chicago at assigned in-person events.
• Assist Promotion Captains with setting up and taking down We Will Chicago engagement equipment and materials at events.
• Facilitate conversations with members of the public and encourage interaction with provided engagement activities, which may include digital surveys on tablets, swag giveaways, games, and other activities.
• Take photos on your phone at every event and submit images to the MUSE Community + Design team.
• Accurately input event recap information in a digital format at the conclusion of every event.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Availability to work nights and/or weekends.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, bending, stooping, standing long hours, and lifting up to 20 lbs.
• Communicate effectively with all people, regardless of ages, abilities, cultural groups, economic statuses, sexual orientation, and/or disabilities.
• Comfortable speaking with strangers and in public.
• Familiarity with the city of Chicago and its neighborhoods.
• Comfortable travelling to and working in any neighborhood in the city of Chicago. We will make our best effort to assign Promoters to events close to their home neighborhood, but some local travel may be required.
• Ability to troubleshoot basic technological issues on mobile devices like tablets.
• Outgoing and energetic.
• Works well in a team and fosters a team spirit.
• Prompt, punctual, and professional.
• Access to internet and a device to complete weekly paperwork.
• Works well in an unstructured and informal environment, with limited supervision.
• Good at solving problems, thinking creatively, and self-motivation.
• Ability to take direction and to learn basic facts about urban planning and the We Will Chicago planning process.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Preferred skills and experiences:
• Fluent in English. Fluency in other languages such as Spanish, Polish, Mandarin, and American Sign Language highly preferred.
• Experience working or volunteering in a community engagement role.
• Experience teaching, children, youth, or adults.
• Experience in a customer service role.

Requirements:

Successful completion of a paid training course that covers We Will Chicago key elements,
public engagement best practices, media relations, cultural sensitivity, and conflict resolution.
This is a drug-free workplace, and we are proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity
Employer. We strongly encourage applications from women, people of color, and members of
the LGBTQIA+ community.

We Will Chicago Promoters are not employees of the City of Chicago. Promoters are employed
and managed by MUSE Community + Design.

Interested applicants should send cover letter, resume, and two professional references
to Ally Brisbin at ally@musecommunitydesign.com with the subject line: WE WILL CHICAGO –
PROMOTER. Please answer the following question in your cover letter: What is your favorite
summer tradition or event in your neighborhood?

Position is open until filled. No calls please.

We Will Chicago Promotion Capitan - Muse Community + Design

Job Title: We Will Chicago Promotion Captain
Employment status: Part-time, Non-exempt, Seasonal
Compensation: Hourly, $35
Hours: up to 24 hours/week
Start Date: July 2022
End Date: October 2022

About
MUSE Community + Design is seeking outgoing, well-organized, and enthusiastic neighbors to
join our team as We Will Chicago Promotion Captains from July to October. Meeting
Chicagoans where they are, our promotion team will be a key part of this summer’s public
engagement for We Will Chicago, Chicago’s citywide plan.

We Will Chicago is the first citywide plan in more than 50 years, and the City of Chicago is
bringing the planning process to every Ward this summer. DPD will release a draft document in
July outlining the Goals and Objectives of We Will Chicago. Promotion Captains will be trained
to educate the public about the We Will Chicago framework and collect feedback. To learn more
about We Will Chicago, click here.

As a We Will Chicago Promotion Captain, you will represent the Chicago Department of
Planning and Development (DPD) and the We Will Chicago planning process at events across
the city this summer and fall. Promotion Captains will provide logistical support to We Will
Chicago Promoters at events like street festivals, farmers markets, outdoor concerts, and block
parties. Promotion Captains will be responsible for transporting We Will Chicago Promotion
equipment and materials to events and ensuring Promoters are prepared for a successful
engagement.

This is a seasonal position, offering up to 24 hours per week.

Responsibilities:

• Represent the City of Chicago Department of Planning and Development (DPD) and We Will Chicago at assigned in-person events.
• Transport We Will Chicago engagement equipment and materials from a storage facility located in Wicker Park to events and back.
• Assist Promoters with setting up and taking down We Will Chicago engagement equipment and materials at events.
• Coordinate with MUSE staff and Promoters to ensure a smooth event experience.
• Take photos on your phone at events and deliver to the MUSE Community + Design team as requested.
• Submit Captain event reports in a timely fashion.
• Ensure Promoters submit event reports in a timely fashion.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Availability to work off hours and/or weekends.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable access to a vehicle to be used during shifts.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, bending, stooping, standing long hours, and lifting up to 40 lbs.
• Communicate effectively with all people, regardless of ages, abilities, cultural groups, economic statuses, sexual orientation, and/or disabilities.
• Comfortable speaking with strangers and in public.
• Familiarity with the city of Chicago and its neighborhoods.
• Comfortable travelling to and working in any neighborhood in the city of Chicago. We will do our best to assign Promotion Captains to events close to their home neighborhoods.
• Ability to troubleshoot basic technological issues on mobile devices like tablets.
• Outgoing and energetic.
• Manages Promoters at the assigned event; fosters a team spirit.
• Prompt, punctual, and professional.
• Access to internet and a device to complete weekly paperwork.
• Works well in an unstructured and informal environment, with limited supervision.
• Good at solving problems, thinking creatively, and self-motivation.
•  Ability to take direction and to learn basic facts about urban planning and the We Will Chicago planning process.
• Other duties as assigned

Preferred skills and experiences:

• Fluent in English. Fluency in other languages such as Spanish, Polish, Mandarin, and American Sign Language highly preferred.
• Experience working or volunteering in a community engagement role.
• Experience in a customer service role.
• Confidence driving and parking on Chicago streets.

Requirements:
Successful completion of a paid training course that covers We Will Chicago key elements,
public engagement best practices, media relations, cultural sensitivity, and conflict resolution.

This is a drug-free workplace, and we are proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity
Employer. We strongly encourage applications from women, people of color, and members of
the LGBTQIA+ community.

We Will Chicago Engagement Captains are not employees of the City of Chicago. Engagement
Captains are employed and managed by MUSE Community + Design.

Interested applicants should send cover letter, resume, and two professional references
to Ally Brisbin at ally@musecommunitydesign.com with subject line: WE WILL CHICAGO –
CAPTAIN. Please answer the following question in your cover letter: What is your favorite
summer tradition or event in your neighborhood?

Position is open until filled. No calls please

Constituent Services Coordinator - 40th Ward Office Chicago

Title: Constituent Services Coordinator 

Description: The part time Constituent Services Coordinator works with the constituent services team to address a wide range of resident needs. They respond to concerns including city issues and quality of life matters; identifying potential solutions; and serving as a proactive advocate for residents. In addition, they will also manage the 40th Ward’s communications. Bilingual candidates (specifically Spanish speaking) are highly desired.

Responsibilities:

• Report directly to the Chief of Staff and supervise department volunteers and interns as applicable.
• Work with 40th Ward team to address and resolve incoming phone, email, and walk-in constituent service requests.
• Develop reports to track Constituent Services Requests (CSRs) while overseeing and managing Airtable data.
• Perform 40th Ward surveys, spending time “in the field” to assess reported issues and to monitor current projects and conditions.
• Manage communications funnel including social media, website and weekly newsletter.
• Participate in projects such as event set up, requiring the ability to lift items weighing 20 lbs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Resident of Chicago, IL.
• Very strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
• Able to hold conversations on sensitive, critical matters while being empathetic, respectful, and honest.
• Resourceful, responsive, and service-minded. Willing to go the extra mile and seek creative solutions.
• Ability to work some evenings and weekends; maintain a flexible schedule for community meetings.

Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Attributes:

• Communications skills – writing, social media, website, press releases, etc.
• Experience in using AirTable and/or Salesforce
• Knowledge of the 40th Ward
• Bilingual (Spanish preferred)

Compensation:

• Position is part-time, 28 hours per week
• $25 per hour

How to apply:

• Complete the form and upload resume and cover letter at bit.ly/CSC40thWard2022 
• Applications will be accepted and reviewed through Friday July 1, 2022

The office of Alderman Andre Vasquez is an equal opportunity employer that values diverse experiences and perspectives. Candidates must meet all requirements for employment by the city.

Associate Director - UIC Government Finance Research Center

Title: Associate Director - Government Finance Research Center (GFRC) (Job ID #167729)

Department: College of Urban Planning and Public Affairs

Category: Academic Professional

Location: Chicago 

Close Date: 06/24/2022

Description:

This position is responsible for designing, conducting and managing research in the Government Finance Research Center’s (GFRC) priority areas; initiating and supervising new scholarly & research projects; strategic planning and development of new research programs.

Duties:

• Lead GRFC research agenda
• Develop intellectual agenda for GFRC research program
• Design, conduct, and coordinate research on GRFC initiatives “core priority areas,” etc.
• Coordinate Faculty Advisor Panel in the design of research activities.
• Analyze findings, write research reports, and present research findings to public audiences, policymakers, scholarly audiences and funders.
• Pursue external funding for GFRC research including developing relationships with funders, writing grants and coordinating applications with grants and contracts staff people.
• Develop & promote relationships with peer research organizations in mutually beneficial ways.
• Support all GFRC research agendas
• Meet with faculty to provide scholarly support for research.
• Coordinate dissemination of GFRC & faculty advisory panel research in ways that impact local,  state, and national policy.
• Advancement
• Meet with external constituencies to promote and advance Center priorities.
• Develop & manage relationships with potential funders and donors.
• In consultation of the Director, create, implement, coordinate and support GFRC External Advisory Panel.
• Develop relationships with potential panel members including public officials, scholars, and funders.
• Plan and coordinate External Advisory Panel meetings
• Represent GFRC at campus and non-campus meetings
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

·     To apply, please visit: https://jobs.uic.edu/job-board/?start=1&per=5000 and Job ID: 167729 and upload a cover letter, CV and the names and contact information for three references by June 24, 2022.

Qualifications:

A minimum of a Master’s degree required ABD (pre-doctoral) in Public Administration, Public Affairs, Urban Planning, Economics, Political Science with a focus on government finance and budgeting PhD preferred.

Relevant experience in research-based organizations required. Preferably in either university, foundation, or nonprofit or civic organization.

Experience in research on government finance and budgeting, or related field.

Strong writing and communication skills, ability to supervise staff, plan and manage budgets.

Preference for demonstrated communications skills, such as publications, demonstrated experience in staff management and budget preparation.