CHS Research Associate I, UIC Community Health Services - Chicago, IL

 CHS Research Associate I

 

Hiring Department: Community Health Sciences

Location:  Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1029566

Posting Close Date: February 11, 2025

Salary: This is an hourly role that will average 10 hours per week (and will range from 10-20 hours per week). The hourly rate for this position is $24.00. 

 

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.

Position Summary

The Peer Harm Reduction Support Champion Intervention Study is a CDC-funded research project that aims to train people who do not use drugs but know someone who does on how to help that person access available harm reduction tools and services, in order to increase access to these tools and services and to reduce the likelihood of overdose. It also aims to reduce substance use-related stigma and increase peer support. The Hourly Research Associate I for the project will engage in research/outreach activities with a focus on community outreach to faith-based organizations in the Austin and West Garfield Park communities. This individual will work closely with our community partners (COIP and the West Side Heroin and Opioid Task Force) as they conduct community outreach for the research project.

Duties & Responsibilities

Provide in-person assistance to our community partners and community outreach consultants as they travel throughout the community to engage in networking and relationship-building with faith-based organizations and other service-provision organizations in the Austin and Garfield Park communities

Visit faith-based organizations and senior centers in the Austin and Garfield Park communities to discuss the research project with organization leaders and to conduct recruitment of research study participants

Regularly update database to document our interactions with each community organization

Provide weekly updates (via email and/or in Zoom meetings) to the research team on community outreach efforts

Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social science or related field required.
• Knowledge of fundamental research concepts, practices and procedures.
• Entry level knowledge of research methods.
• Have a flexible schedule to accommodate the scheduling needs of church leadership with whom outreach will be conducted (including availability to work up to 2 Sundays per month)
• Have familiarity with and comfort visiting the Austin and/or West Garfield Park communities
•  Comfort speaking with church leadership about the general goals of the intervention project and research study

Preferred Qualifications

• One year of prior experience in community engagement for public service, public health intervention, program implementation, or research

Learn more/APPLY here!

Infrastructure Justice Senior Associate - PolicyLink

PolicyLink is seeking a Senior Associate to join our Infrastructure Justice team. This role is central to advancing federal, state, and local policies and practices that enhance the health, resilience, and economic well-being of low-income communities and communities of color across the United States and its territories. This position will also support our transportation and TEC-related work at PL!

 

Please note that this is a three-year termed position with the possibility of being renewed, dependent on funding and program needs. 

 

The Infrastructure Justice team at PolicyLink is dedicated to transforming how infrastructure policies and programs are crafted and investments deployed. Our work establishes standards for creating resilient, prosperous, equitable, and inclusive communities prepared for climate change impacts. We are committed to a Reckoning, Repair, and Transformation framework, focusing on understanding past harms caused by infrastructure and transportation projects, repairing these damages, and transforming policies to prevent future injustices. The team collaborates extensively with community partners, coalitions, and other stakeholders to build a movement for infrastructure and transportation justice.

 

To Apply: We accept online applications only. Please note that the application includes two written prompts that are required. Candidates should provide complete responses to the prompts; incomplete answers will not be considered. Salary Range: $90,000.00 To $130,000.00 Annually - Open until filled. 

Please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions.

All current PolicyLink career opportunities can be found here.

Advisory Services/Project Management Analyst. State Health - Mathematica

Job ID #: 2126
Functional Area: Health Research
Position Type: Regular-Status Full-Time
Experience Required: 1 - 3 Years
Location: Multiple
Department: Policy - 29
Education Required: Bachelors Degree

Position Description:

Mathematica applies expertise at the intersection of data, methods, policy, and practice to improve well-being around the world. We collaborate closely with public- and private-sector partners to translate big questions into deep insights that improve programs, refine strategies, and enhance understanding using data science and analytics. Our work yields actionable information to guide decisions in wide-ranging policy areas, from health, education, early childhood, and family support to nutrition, employment, disability, and international development. Mathematica offers our employees competitive salaries, and a comprehensive benefits package, as well as the advantages of being 100 percent employee owned. As an employee stock owner, you will experience financial benefits of ESOP holdings that have increased in tandem with the company’s growth and financial strength. You will also be part of an independent, employee-owned firm that is able to define and further our mission, enhance our quality and accountability, and steadily grow our financial strength. Read more about our benefits here: https://www.mathematica.org/career-opportunities/benefits-at-a-glance

Full description and application available here.

Program Manager, National Kidney Foundation of Illinois

Who: National Kidney Foundation of Illinois

What: In response to the urgent need to address the COVID-19 pandemic in the region 4, region 5, and region 9 areas, the National Kidney Foundation of Illinois (NKFI) has created a comprehensive and strategic partnership with the Illinois Public Health Association and its partners to address the unmet community needs of the COVID-19 pandemic. The NKFI is committed to helping our partners to align their response in targeted counties in the state of Illinois in accordance with local, state, and federal guidelines potentially decreasing overlap and reaching greater coverage of communities that are the most vulnerable, underserved, hard to reach, diverse in age, race, gender, sexual orientation, and economic status. It is the intent of this collaborative partnership to create and expand a well-trained, experienced, and knowledgeable cadre of pandemic health navigators with a coordinated response. The Program Manager will support, guide and manage our COVID-19 Pandemic Health Navigators, organize our COVID-19 program in accordance with our funder Illinois Public Health Association, and their partners, the state of Illinois, local health departments, community partners and other stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

    ·      Provide direct supervision to the COVID-19 Pandemic Health Navigator staff to ensure that all protocol and guidelines have been met according to programmatic guidelines and protocols in the region 4, region 5, and region 9 areas. Ensure that all COVID-19 Pandemic Health Navigator staff are appropriately trained and certified as required.

·         Work directly with agencies in the COVID-19 service system to engage individuals for referrals and other related health disparities.

·         The ability to identify, screen and hire COVID-19 Pandemic Health Navigator staff in a timely, efficient, and coordinated manner in conjunction with the Senior Director of Programs and other associated/assigned project staff.

·         Provide direct oversight and coordination of COVID-19 educational and informational resources which includes ensuring staff manage and maintain contact with assigned clients with regular calls, in-field services, organizing staff scheduling, case notes and tracking of next steps for each community member and their families.

·         Work directly with the assigned Illinois health department to support their contract tracing efforts as requested or needed accordingly.

·         Assist and ensure that all data is collected as required per funder guidance and that staff is accurately collecting and documenting such data in an accurate and timely manner as required for each client encounter

·         Coordinate and establish relationships with community providers and stakeholders for referral purposes to assist COVID-19 Pandemic Health Navigators with access to such services for their community members as needed.

·         Develop a plan to include public education and outreach efforts to engage clients of the community about project activities, provision of presentations at public meetings and community events to stakeholders, community civic organizations, churches, agencies, family groups and schools.

·         Assist with the development and implementation of the Social marketing campaign and program messaging to Illinois residents.

·         Provide and maintain accurate and current process, procedural, programmatic, an inventory logs of specific outreach and educational activities, including distribution of COVID-19 health related materials for all COVID-19 Pandemic Health Navigators.

·         Ensuring and maintaining policies, principles, and procedures that is in agreement with the state of Illinois, Illinois Public Health Association, CDC, Health Departments and CWP requirements, guidelines, regulations and directives.

Qualifications:

     Proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)

·         Strong attention to detail

·         Excellent written and oral communication skills

·         Comfort presenting in front of a group

·         Ability to work well independently or as part of a team

·         Strong organizational and problem-solving skills

·         Must be self-motivated

·         Must have a valid driver’s license; carry current insurance on personal vehicle when driven on Foundation business and be insurable to drive for Foundation business.

        Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited four-year college or university in social work, public health, health care administration, or public policy. Master’s degree preferred.

Apply here.

Program Analyst, Health Policy - Mathematica

Who: Mathematica

What: Mathematica currently has openings for health program analysts in our Chicago, IL; Ann Arbor, MI; Washington, DC; Princeton, NJ; Woodlawn, MD; and Cambridge, MA office locations. The program analyst role blends management and research. As such, they are seeking prospective employees with a passion for project management and an interest in improving government operations and health care delivery. Their current work touches virtually every area of the healthcare delivery system in the United States.

Responsibilities:

• Developing and maintaining clinical quality of care measures;
• Providing technical assistance and to stakeholders to support program implementation and reporting;
• Analyzing, designing, and producing large federal insurance program datasets and reporting systems;
• Supporting the implementation of alternative payment models, including helping clients to assess and calculate the value and/or quality of health care services
• Evaluating the implementation and effectiveness of government programs in the areas of Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security, among others; and
• Studying the effects of multi-payer delivery system innovations on health care access, quality, and costs.
• Provide the energy, direction, and organization to help keep projects on time and on budget.
• Facilitating communications across and between internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide project management activities, such as, helping project directors plan, manage, and close out complex projects, and monitoring designing and implementing tools and processes to help organize data and manage teams.
• Perform complex analyses of projects to monitor and evaluate project performance and progress, including monitoring project costs, assessing earned value, and overseeing subcontractors.
• Develop and maintain project collaboration tools, including Microsoft Project schedules, SharePoint websites, Jira trackers, and Excel spreadsheets.
• Provide technical assistance to state and federal health agencies or healthcare providers by designing webinars or responding to questions from stakeholders.
• Draft client memos, technical documentation, proposals and other contractual deliverables, such as chapters for reports, case studies, and/or data dictionaries.
• Learn complex policies and develop subject matter knowledge in order to serve in research-oriented roles that complement their project or task management assignments.
• Evaluate operational components of projects and programs and describe problems, options, and solutions to senior staff and clients.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in public policy, public administration, business, or related field; or at least three years of work experience in operations or management-oriented positions
• Strong management skills, including ability to monitor costs on multimillion-dollar contracts, mentor staff, and oversee small teams to complete work within tight timelines without compromising on quality.
• Ability to think critically and creatively to solve problems and respond to client requests in situations where guidance is unclear or absent.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, specifically the ability to write clear and concise technical documentation and to speak with clients diplomatically.
• Strong analytical skills, including knowledge of quantitative and/or qualitative research methods.
• Work experience with a state or federal agency, a foundation, or health care program is highly desirable, as is prior experience working with Medicare or Medicaid data.
• Interest in improving and researching government programs or providing technical assistance to health care entities. 
• Certifications demonstrating management proficiency and expertise, such as Project Management Professional (PMP) or Lean Six Sigma, are a plus. Experience with management tools, such as Microsoft Project and Jira, is also a plus.
• Some travel may be required

Apply here.

Coordinator, Grassroots Advocacy - Susan G. Komen Foundation

Who: Susan G. Komen Foundation

What: Basic Function

Empowered by our expansive grassroots network, Komen is leading the fight for those impacted by breast cancer locally, in our states and in Washington, D.C. Komen works to identify, through a transparent and broad-based, intensive vetting and selection process, the advocacy issues that have the greatest potential impact on Komen’s mission.

The Coordinator, Grassroots Advocacy supports and promotes Susan G. Komen’s grassroots advocacy initiatives related to breast cancer and public health policy. This individual will provide project management and administrative support for advocate engagement programs and training platforms; assist in implementing grassroots campaigns for local, state and federal legislative priorities; support recruitment efforts to grow Komen’s grassroots advocate database; and responds quickly, efficiently and professionally to oral and written inquiries from advocates, as well as grassroots advocacy inquiries from Affiliate and HQ staff.

Regional Manager, State Policy & Advocacy - Susan G. Komen Foundation

Who: Susan G. Komen Foundation

What: Empowered by our expansive grassroots network, Komen is leading the fight for those impacted by breast cancer locally, in our states and in Washington, D.C. Komen works to identify, through a transparent and broad-based, intensive vetting and selection process, the advocacy issues that have the greatest potential impact on Komen’s mission.

The Regional Manager, State Policy and Advocacy (Southeast Region) serves as subject matter expert, supporting and promoting Susan G. Komen’s public policy & advocacy initiatives related to breast cancer and public health policy in the states of Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee and Virginia (the Southeast Region).

Regional Managers lead the development, strategy and execution of multiple state advocacy campaigns in their assigned region, working towards achieving Komen’s Bold Goal; works to build statewide policy collaboratives; tracks, reviews and assesses state legislation; monitors state budget climate and state breast health programs; reviews, assesses, and reports on state legislative efforts; and consults with and coaches Komen Affiliates or field office staff and leadership and local volunteers on capacity building for advocacy and grassroots mobilization.

Budget and Policy Analyst - Wisconsin Department of Health Services (closes this week)

Who: Wisconsin Department of Health Services

What: The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS), Division of Medicaid Services (DMS); Bureau of Rate Setting (BRS) is recruiting to fill a vacancy for a Budget and Policy Analyst in Madison.

Where We're Located: DHS is located at 1 W. Wilson Street in the heart of downtown Madison; near the State Capitol and the Monona Terrace, the Wednesday Farmers' Market, the Madison Metro route and the Capital City bike path. Enjoy working in one of Wisconsin's most historic government buildings located along the shore of Lake Monona.

What We Offer: State of Wisconsin benefits include nearly 4 weeks of vacation, 9 paid holidays, ample sick time, a top rated health plan, an exceptional retirement plan, and multiple low-cost insurance options. In addition, DHS also offers free on-site yoga classes and a new on-site fitness center. We offer a team-oriented atmosphere and a focus on work-life balance. Click THIS VIDEO to see what working for the State of Wisconsin is all about!

Project Manager - Voices for Illinois Children (Chicago)

Who: Voices for Illinois Children, an independent advocacy organization that champions strong public policies and investments for all children in our state, is seeking a KIDS COUNT Project Manager. Voices is a member of the KIDS COUNT Network established by the Annie E. Casey Foundation. Our KIDS COUNT work involves collecting, analyzing and communicating data on the health, education, and economic well-being of children in Illinois and nationally to help shape public policy debates to improve the lives of children and their families.

What: The KIDS COUNT Project Manager is responsible for the day-to-day and long-term development, planning and production of the Illinois Kids Count data book, as well as other policy reports, and providing Illinois updates to the KIDS COUNT Data Center. This individual must be a highly proficient analyst experienced in the use of data and research, have a background in public policy and social research, and have strong written and verbal communications skills.
Based in Chicago, the manager will report to the Vice-President of Policy and Operations. In addition to the primary responsibilities listed below, the manager will also provide assistance to other Voices staff conducting work on state budget, tax, and policy matters impacting children and their families. Primary responsibilities include:

Policy Analyst – American Medical Association (Chicago)

Who: American Medical Association

What: Join the AMA team as the Policy Analyst in Physician Engagement. As part of the team, you will will contribute to the development and effectiveness of assigned Sections and Member Programs in coordination with the Director by implementing projects assigned to the unit, with an emphasis on policy and governance. Other Responsibilities will include:

Budget & Policy Analyst – WI. Dept. of Health Services (Madison) – closes 5/5

Who: Wisconsin Department of Health Services - Division of Medicaid Services - Bureau of Fiscal Management

What: This position has lead responsibilities in the areas of budgeting, cost analysis planning, research, development and implementation of policies designed to encourage cost containment and promote program and departmental objectives in a large and complex health care program. These complex responsibilities entail the use of advanced budgeting and statistical concepts; program policy, planning, and development techniques; advanced oral and written communication skills; and extensive knowledge of Wisconsin Medicaid program policies.  


This position has responsibility for monitoring portions of the $9 billion Medicaid budget, with multiple funding sources, for Medicaid payments to health management organizations and providers. This includes making monthly projections and estimating the fiscal impact of state or federal initiatives on such payments. 



Health Justice Intern – The Praxis Project (Temporary, Full Time) (Oakland)

Who: The Praxis Project is a values-driven, national nonprofit organization that seeks to improve health justice through partnerships to build community power. Praxis believes strongly that organized communities are critical partners in the struggle to create healthy communities. Praxis works with over 200 diverse grassroots groups across the United States that influence local policy, mobilize communities, and strengthen programs and organizations to improve health justice. Praxis works in strong partnership to enable local efforts to build community power through training, technical assistance, and capacity building services, as well as comprehensive fiscal sponsorship. Our capacity-building programming is focused on partnerships that actively advance Praxis’ mission to build healthy communities by transforming the power relationships and structures that affect our lives. 

What: internships are designed to provide interns with a very real experience of health justice policy, public health training and capacity building, and field organizing. For candidates with extensive training and experience, this will be an opportunity to apply your skills to national projects impacting various communities; for candidates with less direct experience and training, this is an opportunity to learn the current national landscape of community-based organizing, people-centered training methodologies and grassroots campaign strategy, while exploring the fields of public health and communications. Depending on experience and education, the Health Justice Intern (HJI) will report either directly to a Praxis Director or to a Program Manager. The HJI will:

Program Manager - American Academy of Pediatrics - Elk Grove Village, IL

Program Manager (Grant Funded)
American Academy of Pediatrics
Elk Grove Village, IL
The American Academy of Pediatrics, the nation’s leading advocacy organization for children’s healthcare, has an opening in our Department of International Child Health. You can make a real difference in the world!

This opportunity will manage and coordinate child health grant funded projects, focusing primarily on immunization and other child survival health priorities. International and domestic travel (25%) and weekend work will be required to execute the proper development, implementation, and management of programmatic activities in collaboration with our international partner agencies and funders. Back “home” in Elk Grove Village, this position will manage the development of a global immunization Project Advisory Committee (PAC) and Project Technical Advisory Group by building relationships with other national pediatric society leaders and strengthening the communication between leaders and AAP technical advisors.

International and domestic travel (25%) and weekend work will be required.

The AAP offers an excellent work environment, competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package. As a reaffirmation to our employee-focused culture, since 2005 the AAP has been named one of the 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work for in the Chicagoland area. Additionally, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Individuals with Disabilities, and Veterans that values the strength diversity brings to our workplace.

Please reference position code when providing a cover letter, resume and salary requirements to:

American Academy of Pediatrics
ATTN: HR/AF/805
141 Northwest Point Blvd.
Elk Grove Village, Illinois 60007

FAX: 847-228-5099
E-MAIL: resumes@aap.org
www.aap.org

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in public health, health administration, health policy, health education, health communication or related field required; at least three years of experience coordinating or managing public health programs required, including collaborating effectively with various external constituents and partners, meeting planning, budget tracking, and drafting correspondence and reports. Experience writing grant applications and managing grant budgets is essential; experience with US government-funded grants preferred. 

Experience with developing educational and promotional materials, and working in a medical association and/or with health care professionals is highly desirable. Proficiency with MS Office is required. Must be able to take initiative, manage multiple projects simultaneously, effectively communicate, manage projects within tight deadlines, handle a heavy workload, work both independently and as part of team, think creatively and pay close attention to detail. Fluency in foreign language(s) is desirable.

Internal Number: HR/AF/805

About American Academy of Pediatrics
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and its member pediatricians dedicate their efforts and resources to the health, safety and well-being of infants, children, adolescents and young adults. The AAP has approximately 64,000 members in the United States, Canada and Latin America. Members include pediatricians, pediatric medical subspecialists and pediatric surgical specialists. More than 34,000 members are board-certified and called Fellows of the American Academy of Pediatrics (FAAP).

Tenure Track Assistant Professor, Department of Health Care and Public Administration, Long Island University - Brookville, New York

Tenure Track Assistant Professor
Department of Health Care and Public Administration College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Long Island University (LIU Post) Brookville, New York

The Department of Health Care and Public Administration at LIU Post seeks applications for a tenure track position at the rank of assistant professor. The Department offers the Master of Public Administration degree as well as undergraduate degrees in public administration and health care administration.
Candidates for the position will have demonstrated expertise in health care administration. Minimum requirements include an earned doctorate (including Ph.D., D.P.A., or J.D.) in public administration, public affairs, public policy, health law, health policy, health care or health services administration, or a closely allied public management or social science discipline. The ideal candidate will have proven teaching skills and will evidence an active research agenda embracing the health care sector as well as an intimate familiarity with management issues in this field.

About the Department of Health Care and Public Administration
As one of 14 departments comprising the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, the Department of Health Care and Public Administration is dedicated to providing a student-centered learning experience that equips students with capabilities essential for effective leadership and sound managerial performance in the public, health care, and nonprofit sectors. The department seeks to impart knowledge and to foster its application by joining theory, research, and workplace experience concerning public, health, and nonprofit organizations. Degree programs encompass a diverse current enrollment of over 200 students at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The department’s MPA Program has been accredited by the Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs, and Administration (NASPAA) since 1983.

Compensation and Benefits
LIU Post offers a competitive salary based on the candidate’s experience and accomplishments. Long Island University offers excellent benefits including health, dental, and life insurance; disability and retirement plans; tuition assistance; and other faculty benefits.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Appointment will be effective for the fall 2015 semester. Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and names of at least three references via email to carl.figliola@liu.edu. The subject line for the email should be “Assistant Professor Search.”

LIU Post is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer 

Financial Analyst - Budget, Cook County Health and Hospital Systems - Chicago

FINANCIAL ANALYST-BUDGET
Job Number: 00115781 PID#1200868
Job Posting
: Apr 25, 2014, 11:23:38 AM
Closing Date
: May 9, 2014, 11:59:00 PM Full-time
Posting Salary
: COMPETITIVE SALARY
Organization
: Health and Hospital Systems

JOB SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Budget Director or designee, assists with the preparation and administration of the annual
operating budget as well as the annual capital plan. Analyzes budget request from CCHHS departments/divisions
and makes recommendations on proposed spending levels. Develops presentations and provides briefings to key
stakeholders including division chairs, senior leadership, and the Cook County Health and Hospital System (CCHHS)
Board of Directors. Assists in the development and reporting of performance measures and reporting on status of
capital projects, benchmarking and surveying, research of programs, special tasks, and projects as assigned.
Conducts fiscal impact analysis, analyzes financial and statistical data, prepares reports and makes
recommendations. Monitors implementation of budget and provides guidance on budget process to assigned areas.
May perform other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Political Science, Public Administration, Healthcare Administration, Public Policy,
Business, or a related field supplemented with two (2) years full-time paid work experience in budgeting within a
healthcare organization or with a local, state or federal governmental entity;
OR a Master’s Degree in Finance, Public Administration, Healthcare Administration, Public Policy or Business related
field with prior work experience.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
 Knowledge of fiscal impact, statistical and financial analysis techniques.
 Ability to work independently with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
 Able to use Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, Power Point, and Access
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics
 Ability to communicate both verbally and in written formats.
 Knowledge of business, finance, and budgeting practices and legal requirements.
 Ability to manage projects and lead teams.
 Knowledge of practices and methods of budget analysis and control.
 Skilled in policy analysis and evaluation of programs related to funding priorities.
 Knowledge of structure, function and operation of municipal, state, or other governmental organization.
Must Meet All Required Qualifications At Time of Application Filing.
Degrees and transcripts from non-U.S. accredited institutions must be translated and
certified to the US equivalent academic credentials by a recognized US education
interpreter service.
COOK COUNTY GOVERNMENT HEALTH AND HOSPITALS SYSTEM IS AN
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Various Positions at MATEC, UIC College of Medicine - Chicago

The Midwest AIDS Training + Education Center (MATEC) is hiring for two
positions at University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine,
Department of Family Medicine.

Director (of Administrative Operations):
https://jobs.uic.edu/job-board/job-details?jobID=40042

Research and Evaluation Associate:
https://jobs.uic.edu/job-board/job-details?jobID=40052

GIS Analyst (Half-Time/Part-Time), Dept. of Health Systems Science, UIC - Chicago

Opening for GIS Analyst - University of Illinois at Chicago

The Department of Health Systems Science at the University of Illinois at
Chicago, College of Nursing is seeking a visiting Research Specialist
position (GIS Analyst) at 50% FTE for a multiyear study on the residential
environment and obesity in adults nationwide.

The major duties include:

. Designing, organizing, and updating large and complex geospatial databases
on the built and social environment;

. Providing support in data security, quality control, and demonstrating the
highest standards of research ethics when handling sensitive data;

. Maintaining thorough documentation of GIS procedures;

. Providing data analysis support using GIS and statistical software
packages;

. Providing cartographic design and mapping support services; and

. Managing GIS resources including maintenance of hardware and software.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in social science or related field required (geography,
spatial science or equivalent preferred). Master's degree in social science
and/or a minimum of 3 years experience in GIS applications in support of
demographic, health, and/or social science research activities.
Expert knowledge of GIS software and programming is required.

In addition, the applicant should possess;

. Good problem solving and analytic skills;

. Excellent communication skills and ability to work cooperatively in a
teambased environment;

. Willingness and demonstrated aptitude to learn geospatial data,
techniques, and analytical methods;

. Extensive knowledge of geospatial databases in the health and social
sciences as well as the physical and social environment;

. Familiarity with national and state geospatial databases and experience
with demographic, administrative, land use, and road network data (e.g.,
U.S. Census data products, NAVTEQ, Dun & Bradstreet);

. Expertise handling large complex databases (including, for example,
skilled use of MS Access, SQL); and

. Working knowledge of statistical software and database programs (e.g.,
Stata, SAS) a plus.

The UIC is an AA/EOE.

Please submit applications by January 15, 2014 at
https://jobs.uic.edu/job-board/jobdetails?jobID=37937&job=visiting-research-
specialist-0-5-fte-health-systems-science

Community Health Information Specialist, Claretian Associates - Chicago (South Side)

We are hiring a Community Health Information Specialist, a new, full-time bilingual (Spanish/English) position that works closely with community partners to implement health outreach programs including Community Rx, South Chicago Food Network, 10th Ward Green Summit, among others.

Click here for the full announcement.

Responsibilities:

1. Community Rx: Implement program to link south side residents to health care resources through this new program of the University of Chicago Medicine’s Urban Health Initiative. Answer and track calls from program participants to help them navigate health and social service resources.

2. South Chicago Food Network: help strengthen local food pantries by providing bilingual resources to help them secure more healthy food and services.

3. Tenth Ward Green Summit: convene a committee of local organizations to coordinate a month of programming to celebrate green, eco-friendly programs and efforts within the ward. Help market the summit and attend several of the events.

4. Ecumenical Easter Service: convene local church leaders to plan this annual church service held in South Chicago People’s Park. Solicit sponsors. Prepare the program and help to ensure the event is a success.

5. Represent the agency at local and citywide resources fairs and events to help promote our programs and affordable housing.

6. Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications:

1. BA/BS in a various field or commensurate experience.

2. Experience in teaching or training in bilingual setting.

3. Ability to speak and write Spanish.

4. Ability to create flyers & outreach materials in English & Spanish.

5. Great team player that is happy to work with diverse community partners & staff.

6. Reliable, flexible with a good sense of humor.

7. Demonstrated high level of skill at relationship building with key audiences.

8. Familiarity with community-based research projects.

9. Effective speaking and writing skills.

10. Experience working with diverse, low-income populations.

Interested candidates should email or mail a cover letter explaining why they are interested in this position along with a resume to:

Kate Graham, Associate Director

Claretian Associates, Inc.

9108 South Brandon Avenue

Chicago, IL 60617

kateg@claretianassociates.org

Public Affairs Specialist, Department of Health and Human Services - Chicago

Job Title:Public Affairs Specialist

Department:Department Of Health And Human Services
Agency:Office of the Secretary of Health and Human Services

Job Announcement Number:HHS-IEA-DE-14-988081

SALARY RANGE:	$75,403.00 to $98,022.00 / Per Year
OPEN PERIOD:	Wednesday, November 06, 2013 to Wednesday, November 13, 2013
SERIES & GRADE:	GS-1035-12
POSITION INFORMATION:	Full Time - Permanent
DUTY LOCATIONS:	2 vacancies in the following location: Chicago, IL View Map
WHO MAY APPLY:	United States Citizens

JOB SUMMARY:

Become a part of the Department that touches the lives of every American!  At the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) you can give back to your community, state, and country by making a difference in the lives of Americans everywhere.  It is the principal agency for protecting the health of citizens.  Join HHS and help to make our world healthier, safer, and better for all Americans.
This position is located in the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Office of the Secretary (OS), Office of Intergovernmental and External Affairs (IEA), in Chicago, IL.

This vacancy is also being announced concurrently with vacancy announcement HHS-IEA-MP-14-988082 under merit promotion procedures.  Please review that announcement to see if you are eligible for consideration under merit promotion procedures.  NOTE:  Applicants must apply separately for each announcement in order to be considered.

This announcement may be used to fill additional positions.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Background investigation required.
• Writing sample is required.

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DUTIES:

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Incumbent serves as a Public Affairs Specialist performing the following duties:

•  Developing and providing staff direction involving all public information, internal information, and community relations activities
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with print and broadcast media representatives in disseminating information or answering inquiries about the organizations' operations or activities
• Advising directors and others involved regarding activity operations and handling problems and incidents related to a regional public affairs programs
• Writing articles and speeches, and preparing and/or publishing a variety of agency publications
• Arranging for an organization's representative(s) to speak to local or civic or service groups, informs local community of activities through various media; and speaking to a diverse audience and participating in meetings to promote the dissemination of information concerning the agency's public information program

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QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

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Have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 in the Federal service developing communication strategies or campaigns that will effectively transmit the information necessary for the public's understanding of issues pertaining to health care or human services policies, programs and initiatives; and developing appropriate communication channels, techniques and strategies for use by others in disseminating information to hard-to-reach audiences.

Conditions of Employment:

1. Security and Background Requirements:  If not previously completed, a background security investigation will be required for all appointees.  Appointment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication.  Failure to successfully meet these requirements may be grounds for appropriate personnel action.  In addition, if hired, a background security reinvestigation or supplemental investigation may be required at a later time.  Applicants are also advised that all information concerning qualifications is subject to investigation.  False representation may be grounds for non-consideration, non-selection and/or appropriate disciplinary action.

2. E-Verify:  If you are selected for this position, the documentation that you present for purposes of completing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Form I-9 will be verified through the DHS "E-Verify" System.  Federal law requires DHS to use the E-Verify System to verify employment eligibility of all new hires, and as a condition of continued employment obligates the new hire to take affirmative steps to resolve any discrepancies identified by the system.  The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is an E-Verify Participant.

3. Direct Deposit:  All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing.

4. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.

5. Financial disclosure statement required: No

6. One-year probationary period may be required.

7. Travel, transportation, and relocation expenses will be paid: No

8. Bargaining Unit Position:  No

9. Drug Screening Required:No

10. Travel Required: Yes- Domestic-30%

11. Recruitment incentives may be authorized: No

12. Student loan repayment incentive authorized: No

13. Annual leave for non-federal service authorized: No

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:

Once the application process is complete, a review of the resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job.  If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position.  Please follow all instructions carefully.  Errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.  Category rating procedures will be used to rate and rank candidates.  The category assignment is a measure of the degree in which your background matches the competencies required for this position.  Qualified candidates will be ranked into one of three categories:  Best Qualified, Well Qualified or Qualified.

The Category Rating Process does not add veterans’ preference points but protects the rights of veterans by placing them ahead of non-preference eligibles within each category.  Preference eligibles who meet the minimum qualification requirements and who have a compensable service-connected disability of at least 10 percent must be listed in the highest quality category (except in the case of scientific or professional positions at the GS-9 level or higher).  Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):


1. Knowledge of public affairs and communication services.
2. Ability to coordinate and respond to media requests for information and interviews.
3. Skill in developing communication products that can reach a wide range of audiences.
4. Skill in oral communication.
5. Skill in written communication.

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BENEFITS:

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The Federal Government offers a comprehensive benefits package.  Explore the major benefits offered to most Federal employees at http://www.usajobs.gov/ResourceCenter/Index/Interactive/Benefits#icc.

OTHER INFORMATION:

If you are a veteran with preference eligibility and you are claiming 5-points veterans' preference, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility.  If you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference, you must also submit an SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference" plus the proof required by that form.  For more information on veterans’ preference see http://www.usajobs.gov/Veterans.

Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see http://www.sss.gov).

For information on "People with Disabilities" please visit http://opm.gov/disability/PeopleWithDisabilities.asp

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP):  For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible see http://opm.gov/rif/employee_guides/career_transition.asp#ictap.  To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated at 85.0 or above on the rating criteria for this position.

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HOW TO APPLY:

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To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.

The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Wednesday, November 13, 2013 to receive consideration.

1.    To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.

2.    Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package.

3.    It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date. 

4.    To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application.  Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.

5.    To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement.  You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

All applicants are required to submit the following supporting document type(s):
   ·Other (Innovative Writing Sample is required, please limit to twenty-five pages or less)
   ·Resume
Applicants may also submit the following supporting document type(s),which may not be required for all applicants:
   ·Cover Letter
   ·DD-214
   ·Other Veterans Document
   ·SF-15

Innovative Writing Sample is required for this position, please limit to twenty-five pages or less- upload under the Section titled "Other"

NOTE: Failure to submit a “Writing Sample” for this position will result in an ineligible rating.

Faxing Applications or Supporting Documents:
You are encouraged to apply online.  Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application.
NOTE:  If you applied online and your application is complete, do not fax the paper application (1203FX) as this will overwrite your prior online responses and may result in you being found ineligible.
If you completed the occupational questionnaire online and are unable to upload supporting document(s):
1. To fax your documents, you must use the following cover page http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf and provide the required information.  The Vacancy ID is 988081.
2. Fax your documents to 1-478-757-3144.
NOTE: If you cannot complete the Application Package online, you may fax all of your materials.  The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Wednesday, November 13, 2013  to receive consideration.  Keep a copy of your fax confirmation in the event verification is needed.
To complete the occupational questionnaire (1203FX form) and submit via fax:
1. Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire View Occupational Questionnaire.
2. Print the 1203FX form, follow the instructions and provide your responses to the occupational questionnaire items http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdfimage/opm1203fx.pdf. 
3. Fax the completed 1203FX form along with any supporting documents to 1-478-757-3144.  Your 1203FX will serve as a cover page for your fax transmission.

For Most Effective Resumes Tips visit: https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/Most_Effective_Resumes.
The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Wednesday, November 13, 2013 .

AGENCY CONTACT INFO:

Angelique Green
Phone: (216)615-4042
Email: ANGELIQUE.GREEN@HHS.GOV

Agency Information:
HHS NCR Center
200 Independence Ave SW
HHH Building
Suite 801
Washington, DC
20201