Who: Chicago Fed
What: The Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago has an immediate opening for a Research Analyst in the Community Development and Policy Studies (CDPS) division of the Economic Research Department. CDPS works to improve the socioeconomic prospects of low- and moderate-income people in part by working with community leaders to bring development and reinvestment opportunities to underserved communities. If you are looking for a career opportunity that allows you to address current community development issues, work alongside policy experts, and grow your skills in a diverse work environment, we encourage you to apply and learn more about this role.
Job Summary
Reporting to the Assistant Vice President of Community and Economic Development, you will perform and support research and analysis on public policy and community development issues at an intermediate level. You will prepare analysis to support department projects, compile statistical data and prepare forecasts and develop recommendations and presentations on topics studied. You will also contribute to project teams and apply broad knowledge of analytical concepts, practices and procedures to complete assignments and projects.
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Welcome to CUPPA Careers!
The College of Urban Planning and Public Affairs at UIC is the University of Illinois System's home for the study of public policy and contemporary urban challenges. We are CUPPA.
In the heart of Chicago, we offer degrees in fields of study that can change your life and change the world. CUPPA students and alumni are uniquely skilled to build and transform sustainable urban neighborhoods and communities and to address the challenges presented in the 21st century. Find our more about our Bachelors, Masters, and Doctorate degrees at cuppa.uic.edu.
Follow our job postings below and our national job tweets at @CUPPACareers. For student internships and student opportunities, head to the CUPPA Student Opportunities Blog
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In the heart of Chicago, we offer degrees in fields of study that can change your life and change the world. CUPPA students and alumni are uniquely skilled to build and transform sustainable urban neighborhoods and communities and to address the challenges presented in the 21st century. Find our more about our Bachelors, Masters, and Doctorate degrees at cuppa.uic.edu.
Follow our job postings below and our national job tweets at @CUPPACareers. For student internships and student opportunities, head to the CUPPA Student Opportunities Blog
Have a job or internship to post? Send an email with the title, location, job description, and contact information to cuppa@uic.edu
Program Manager - Alliance For Health Equity, Illinois Public Health Institute
Who: Alliance For Health Equity, Illinois Public Health Institute
What: The Illinois Public Health Institute (IPHI) is seeking an experienced, passionate, and well-organized team member to manage various aspects of the Alliance for Health Equity. The position will support program operations, coordinate with partners, and work with the center director and program director to implement strategies for workgroups and collaborative initiatives of the Alliance, with a primary focus on supporting the Alliance’s structural and social determinants of health and policy portfolio.
The Alliance for Health Equity is a collaboration of 30+ hospitals working with community partners and health departments to improve health equity, wellness, and quality of life across Cook County from the neighborhoods of Chicago to the municipalities of the suburbs. The Alliance for Health Equity operates the following committees and workgroups: policy; data; trauma informed hospitals; social and structural determinants of health (food access and food security; housing; community safety; racial equity) and mental health and substance use disorders (mental health first aid; opioid treatment and response; and faith communities). This program manager will have primary responsibility for supporting the strategies and implementation activities of the food and housing workstreams, as well as the policy committee.
To apply: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/1869827405/
What: The Illinois Public Health Institute (IPHI) is seeking an experienced, passionate, and well-organized team member to manage various aspects of the Alliance for Health Equity. The position will support program operations, coordinate with partners, and work with the center director and program director to implement strategies for workgroups and collaborative initiatives of the Alliance, with a primary focus on supporting the Alliance’s structural and social determinants of health and policy portfolio.
The Alliance for Health Equity is a collaboration of 30+ hospitals working with community partners and health departments to improve health equity, wellness, and quality of life across Cook County from the neighborhoods of Chicago to the municipalities of the suburbs. The Alliance for Health Equity operates the following committees and workgroups: policy; data; trauma informed hospitals; social and structural determinants of health (food access and food security; housing; community safety; racial equity) and mental health and substance use disorders (mental health first aid; opioid treatment and response; and faith communities). This program manager will have primary responsibility for supporting the strategies and implementation activities of the food and housing workstreams, as well as the policy committee.
To apply: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/1869827405/
National Program Administrator - Public Interest Network
Who: Public Interest Network
What: Attention Job Seekers: In light of the current COVID-19 pandemic, we want to assure you that The Public Interest Network is actively hiring for this position, and we welcome your applications.
The Public Interest Network runs organizations committed to a cutting-edge vision of a better world, a set of core values, and a strategic approach to change. We work on a wide variety of important issues, from clean energy to product safety, that highlight the need for a reassessment of our economic values and a new approach to politics. Our campaigns challenge decision-makers and the rest of us to stop tolerating problems that are increasingly absurd in an age of advancing technology and growing abundance.
We’re seeking a top-notch administrator to help run the operations of The Public Interest Network’s Program Teams. Working closely with our staff on the ground in 15 issue areas, and Public Interest Network leaders across the country, the administrator plays a critical role in providing the backbone that allows our advocates to be successful. Responsibilities the administrator plays a key role in include, but are not limited to:
What: Attention Job Seekers: In light of the current COVID-19 pandemic, we want to assure you that The Public Interest Network is actively hiring for this position, and we welcome your applications.
The Public Interest Network runs organizations committed to a cutting-edge vision of a better world, a set of core values, and a strategic approach to change. We work on a wide variety of important issues, from clean energy to product safety, that highlight the need for a reassessment of our economic values and a new approach to politics. Our campaigns challenge decision-makers and the rest of us to stop tolerating problems that are increasingly absurd in an age of advancing technology and growing abundance.
We’re seeking a top-notch administrator to help run the operations of The Public Interest Network’s Program Teams. Working closely with our staff on the ground in 15 issue areas, and Public Interest Network leaders across the country, the administrator plays a critical role in providing the backbone that allows our advocates to be successful. Responsibilities the administrator plays a key role in include, but are not limited to:
Central Illinois Grassroots Organizer - Grassroots Collaborative
Who: Grassroots Collaborative
What: ORGANIZATIONAL SUMMARY: Grassroots Collaborative (501c3) builds power with working families through strategic community-labor organizing, grassroots leadership development, civic engagement, and research. We organize to win progressive policies and systems change that improve the lives of low-to-moderate income people and communities of color. We utilize popular education to build consciousness, and build organization that unites residents, community and labor organizations to create transformative change for a more just society. Our affiliated 501c4, Grassroots Illinois Action, works to build community political power through issue advocacy and electoral strategies. We are based in 2 locations, Chicago and Peoria.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Grassroots Collaborative engages in campaigns to make corporations, big banks, and the rich pay their fair share. Our member organizations are facing the combined impact of public financial crises (state and city budgets) and decades of disinvestment from communities of color. In the summer of 2017 we launched an initiative to begin building labor-community alliances in additional Illinois cities, beyond Chicago, to grow the power of working families and communities of color beyond Chicago and across the state. This was the origin of the Peoria People’s Project (P3), which was launched with founding members Peoria Federation of Teachers, Change Peoria and SEIU Healthcare IL&IN. The Peoria People’s Project seeks to win economic and racial justice for working families in the Peoria area, through issue organizing, voter engagement and effective labor-community coalition building.
What: ORGANIZATIONAL SUMMARY: Grassroots Collaborative (501c3) builds power with working families through strategic community-labor organizing, grassroots leadership development, civic engagement, and research. We organize to win progressive policies and systems change that improve the lives of low-to-moderate income people and communities of color. We utilize popular education to build consciousness, and build organization that unites residents, community and labor organizations to create transformative change for a more just society. Our affiliated 501c4, Grassroots Illinois Action, works to build community political power through issue advocacy and electoral strategies. We are based in 2 locations, Chicago and Peoria.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Grassroots Collaborative engages in campaigns to make corporations, big banks, and the rich pay their fair share. Our member organizations are facing the combined impact of public financial crises (state and city budgets) and decades of disinvestment from communities of color. In the summer of 2017 we launched an initiative to begin building labor-community alliances in additional Illinois cities, beyond Chicago, to grow the power of working families and communities of color beyond Chicago and across the state. This was the origin of the Peoria People’s Project (P3), which was launched with founding members Peoria Federation of Teachers, Change Peoria and SEIU Healthcare IL&IN. The Peoria People’s Project seeks to win economic and racial justice for working families in the Peoria area, through issue organizing, voter engagement and effective labor-community coalition building.
Manager - Zoning Enforcement, Memphis and Shelby County
Who: Memphis and Shelby County
What:
What:
- Five (5) years of managing daily office operations, of which three (3) years must have been in a managerial or administrative capacity; and
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in business or public administration, management, or other closely related field; OR
- An equivalent combination of related education and/or experience.
- PROOF OF EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND/OR EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED.
Social Impact Associate - Mission Measurement
Who: Mission Measurement
What: About Us Mission Measurement (MM) is revolutionizing the world by helping organizations to measure and improve social outcomes. Our clients include Fortune 500 companies, governments, NGOs, and foundations. Among our innovations, we invented the Impact Genome Project® (IGP) to create a new generation of tools to design, benchmark and predict outcomes that solve social problems.
The IGP is a pioneering social impact measurement tool and research initiative designed to discover what works and why in the social impact space. By creating a standard terminology and outcomes, we systematically compare programs and identify the most effective program components. We share these data and insights with policymakers, nonprofits, foundations and corporate social responsibility leaders to produce better outcomes for society.
Our Guiding Light:
What: About Us Mission Measurement (MM) is revolutionizing the world by helping organizations to measure and improve social outcomes. Our clients include Fortune 500 companies, governments, NGOs, and foundations. Among our innovations, we invented the Impact Genome Project® (IGP) to create a new generation of tools to design, benchmark and predict outcomes that solve social problems.
The IGP is a pioneering social impact measurement tool and research initiative designed to discover what works and why in the social impact space. By creating a standard terminology and outcomes, we systematically compare programs and identify the most effective program components. We share these data and insights with policymakers, nonprofits, foundations and corporate social responsibility leaders to produce better outcomes for society.
Our Guiding Light:
- Third Way: we are creative, we do not believe in trade-offs
- Outcomes-driven: we believe that outcomes drive strategy, not the other way around
- Ambidextrous: we combine art & science to solve problems and measure things that are outside the realm of today’s parameters
Assistant Commissioner - Chicago Community Land Trust
Who: Chicago Community Land Trust
What: Under supervision, the Project Manager is the lead staff person for the Chicago Community Land Trust (CCLT) Homeownership Program and works under the direction of a Board of Directors to preserve long-term affordable home ownership opportunities for an increasing number of families in the City of Chicago
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
What: Under supervision, the Project Manager is the lead staff person for the Chicago Community Land Trust (CCLT) Homeownership Program and works under the direction of a Board of Directors to preserve long-term affordable home ownership opportunities for an increasing number of families in the City of Chicago
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Works to identify and evaluate properties and development opportunities for inclusion in the CCLT’s portfolio Actively works to create partnerships with non-profit and for profit developers to create low to moderate income affordable homeownership opportunities for the CCLT
- Works with development partners in coordinating the provision of pre-purchase services to potential homebuyers
- Works with the Board of Directors to plan for long-term resources and identify grant funding resources
- Prepares materials and strategy for periodic Board of Directors meetings and committee meetings as needed
- Responsible for the oversight and preparation of CCLT financial statements and the annual audit process
- Manages staff assigned to CCLT work Manages training of buyers going through the CCLT Program Implements the CCLT’s business plan including preparation of the annual operating budget, creating a staffing plan and development of performance measures
- Coordinates the implementation of program policies relating to the establishment of covenant fees, deed restrictions, resale formulas, and other legal and requirements of day-to-day operations
- Directs the development and implementation of a marketing plan to publicize and promote the sale of CCLT properties that results in qualified buyers for CCLT homes
- Conducts outreach to City officials, public and private sector organizations to advise them of the operations and functions of the CCLT
- Manages the stewardship responsibilities of CCLT in preserving and sustaining the affordability and desirability of CCLT homes
- Prepares various reports on the accomplishments of the CCLT
- Performs other related duties as required
Director of the Workforce and Education Research Collaborative - Discovery Partners Institute
Who: Discovery Partners Institute
What: The University System Office seeks a Director of the Workforce and Education Research Collaborative.
The Discovery Partners Institute (DPI) invites nominations and applications for the inaugural Director of the Illinois Workforce and Education Collaborative (IWERC). IWERC is an exciting new initiative with the potential to dramatically improve education and career outcomes in Illinois and make the state a leader in evidence-based policies and practices. The new collaborative will produce timely, relevant research and insights about education and workforce development in the State of Illinois to meet the needs of various stakeholders and improve long-term outcomes. IWERC is launching with more than $4 million in committed funds; it also has a diverse and experienced Advisory Committee chaired by Dr. John Q. Easton, former Director of the Institute of Education Sciences and former Executive Director of the University of Chicago Consortium on School Research.
What: The University System Office seeks a Director of the Workforce and Education Research Collaborative.
The Discovery Partners Institute (DPI) invites nominations and applications for the inaugural Director of the Illinois Workforce and Education Collaborative (IWERC). IWERC is an exciting new initiative with the potential to dramatically improve education and career outcomes in Illinois and make the state a leader in evidence-based policies and practices. The new collaborative will produce timely, relevant research and insights about education and workforce development in the State of Illinois to meet the needs of various stakeholders and improve long-term outcomes. IWERC is launching with more than $4 million in committed funds; it also has a diverse and experienced Advisory Committee chaired by Dr. John Q. Easton, former Director of the Institute of Education Sciences and former Executive Director of the University of Chicago Consortium on School Research.
Executive Assistant - Metropolitan Planning Council
Who: Metropolitan Planning Council
What: MPC seeks a detail-oriented Executive Assistant who possesses enthusiasm for MPC's agenda and an eagerness to assist leadership in furthering our mission. The Executive Assistant provides administrative, programmatic and organizational support and reports directly to the President. This position is an opportunity for early-career professionals. Others in this position have been promoted to serve a variety of roles across the organization. Candidates with interest in planning, public policy, communications, development, or government relations are encouraged to apply.
What: MPC seeks a detail-oriented Executive Assistant who possesses enthusiasm for MPC's agenda and an eagerness to assist leadership in furthering our mission. The Executive Assistant provides administrative, programmatic and organizational support and reports directly to the President. This position is an opportunity for early-career professionals. Others in this position have been promoted to serve a variety of roles across the organization. Candidates with interest in planning, public policy, communications, development, or government relations are encouraged to apply.
Director of Business and Economic Development - North Branch Works
Who: North Branch Works
What: North Branch Works (NBW) is a membership-supported nonprofit organization that has promoted job-creating economic development along the North Branch of the Chicago River for more than 35 years. NBW is also a City of Chicago “delegate agency” providing services to a wide array of businesses and advocating for environmentally and economically sustainable development in the North Branch, Addison, Kennedy business corridors and surrounding communities.
The Director of Business & Economic Development will build and maintain relationships with local companies and the community through outreach and marketing of city and business services, explore and document company needs, and connect them to solutions. A successful applicant will possess self-confidence, the ability to connect with business owners & community members, and demonstrate how they worked effectively to help others and benefit the community in past jobs or endeavors.
This job requires a multi-tasking professional with strong communications skills, the ability to meet deadlines, with a background in urban planning, economic development, and outreach to implement a variety of community-based programs and business development services.
Responsibilities:
What: North Branch Works (NBW) is a membership-supported nonprofit organization that has promoted job-creating economic development along the North Branch of the Chicago River for more than 35 years. NBW is also a City of Chicago “delegate agency” providing services to a wide array of businesses and advocating for environmentally and economically sustainable development in the North Branch, Addison, Kennedy business corridors and surrounding communities.
The Director of Business & Economic Development will build and maintain relationships with local companies and the community through outreach and marketing of city and business services, explore and document company needs, and connect them to solutions. A successful applicant will possess self-confidence, the ability to connect with business owners & community members, and demonstrate how they worked effectively to help others and benefit the community in past jobs or endeavors.
This job requires a multi-tasking professional with strong communications skills, the ability to meet deadlines, with a background in urban planning, economic development, and outreach to implement a variety of community-based programs and business development services.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct outreach to firms in our service area to explore/obtain/explain issues related to business retention/expansion; work with company leadership to resolve issues resulting in retention that supports private investment and job creation.
- Assist with new-member recruitment and member retention. Help plan member events and update membership marketing materials. Work with Executive Director to set target membership goals.
- Write, edit and produce our monthly e-newsletter. Compose and gather relevant articles for the e- newsletter including new member stories and features. Ask staff for articles on their programs, events, and seek additional relevant info to include in e-news.
- Work with Executive Director to prepare and submit contract budget and workplan documents in coordination with the Department of Planning and Development and the Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection.
- Manage City delegate agency contracts. Track and report monthly and quarterly progress on contracts including business outreach, economic development programs, and real estate listings for our area.
- Work with the local real estate community to market space in our area and address expansion/relocation needs of area businesses. Assist with area land use planning and development initiatives.
- Update NBW’s website with business incentives, real estate, membership info, events, and other relevant info as needed.
- Update social media by tweeting and making Facebook posts at least once a week and as needed.
- Help create and plan networking events, business workshops and fundraisers.
- Attend meetings with elected officials, stakeholder groups, represent NBW in public.
- Results-focused entrepreneur and strategic thinker; outside-the-box problem solver, uncovering opportunities and getting results
- Strong marketing and sales skills
- Highly organized and detail-oriented with strong project management skills; able to successfully manage a large portfolio in advance of multiple deadlines
- Exceptional communication skills; relationship-oriented; collaborative team player with high levels of enthusiasm and personal and professional integrity Additional Skills
- Substantial grant writing or business writing experience, understanding principles of targeted marketing and donor engagement
- Customer/donor and relationship management skills that build relationships with individuals through direct outreach and through marketing activities (e.g. events)
- BA or BS in urban planning, business administration, public policy, or related field; Master’s degree preferred
- 3+ year’s work experience
- Emphasis on excellent sales and market skills, self-starter and ability to work independently and as a team member
- Strong time management skills, ability to meet deadlines and complete tasks. Diligence in record keeping and reporting
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, proficiency in Microsoft office suite, Salesforce.com, and Constant Contact; ability to pick up and learn databases quickly
- Reports to Executive Director
- Local travel in Chicago is required
- Full Time – Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week. Some nights and weekends will be require
- Salary - $37,500+ including generous benefits program
- To apply, email a resume and cover letter to admin@northbranchworks.org by April 30, 2020
Active Transportation Planner - Minnesota Department of Transportation
Who: Minnesota Department of Transportation
What: To provide professional planning support and analysis related to for the Office of Transit and Active Transportation’s statewide multimodal planning activities. To support coordination with partners and provide coordination for implementation of initiatives tied to walking, bicycling, and transit in Minnesota and within MnDOT.
Apply at: Apply On MN Careers Site
What: To provide professional planning support and analysis related to for the Office of Transit and Active Transportation’s statewide multimodal planning activities. To support coordination with partners and provide coordination for implementation of initiatives tied to walking, bicycling, and transit in Minnesota and within MnDOT.
Apply at: Apply On MN Careers Site
Community Planner - Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration
Who: Federal Highway Administration
What: The community planner position is under our Professional Development Program and is open to recent graduates (students expected to graduate this spring or who have graduated within the previous two years). The FHWA Professional Development Program is a two-year program consisting of on-the-job training, developmental assignments, and a leadership skills academy. Each component is designed to facilitate practical learning while maximizing individual talents to help set the course for a professional career with FHWA.
Apply at: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/563811000
What: The community planner position is under our Professional Development Program and is open to recent graduates (students expected to graduate this spring or who have graduated within the previous two years). The FHWA Professional Development Program is a two-year program consisting of on-the-job training, developmental assignments, and a leadership skills academy. Each component is designed to facilitate practical learning while maximizing individual talents to help set the course for a professional career with FHWA.
Apply at: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/563811000
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