Who: Office of Alderman Dan La Spata
What: Description:
Alderman Daniel La Spata seeks an equity minded, hardworking and task-oriented person to
serve as the Assistant Director of Community Development of the 1st Ward, reporting directly to
the 1st Ward Chief of Staff. They are responsible for operation and implementation of internal
and external administrative duties including office budget, letters of support and Aldermanic
scheduling. They maintain relationships with 1st Ward senior citizens, Chicago Park District,
volunteer neighborhood associations, individuals experiencing homelessness, CAPS office and
restorative justice groups.
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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
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Assistant Village Planner - Village of Morton Grove
Who: Village of Morton Grove
What: The Village of Morton Grove, Illinois, is seeking an entry-level planner to assist the Department of Community and Economic Development with a variety of planning, zoning, and development activities. The Department supports long-range planning activities, zoning administration, and community and economic development initiatives. The Department works closely with other Village departments, developers, property owners, builders, investors, public agencies to achieve its department objectives and the common vision for the Village of Morton Grove.
The Assistant Village Planner will, under the direction of the Land Use Planner:
Salary range $43,000 - $47,000 DOQ. IMRF pension and excellent benefit package included.
Mailed applications must be postmarked on or before August 7, 2020, in order to be considered. Applications may be emailed to commdev@mortongroveil.org or mailed to:
For more information, please visit https://www.mortongroveil.org/government/employment-opportunities/.
What: The Village of Morton Grove, Illinois, is seeking an entry-level planner to assist the Department of Community and Economic Development with a variety of planning, zoning, and development activities. The Department supports long-range planning activities, zoning administration, and community and economic development initiatives. The Department works closely with other Village departments, developers, property owners, builders, investors, public agencies to achieve its department objectives and the common vision for the Village of Morton Grove.
The Assistant Village Planner will, under the direction of the Land Use Planner:
- Serve as the initial point of contact on zoning and compliance inquiries
- Review permit applications for zoning compliance
- Review plans and proposals for new development
- Help prepare Zoning Board of Appeals and Plan Commission agendas, case materials, and staff reports
- Attend and participate in public meetings held by Village Boards and Commissions (evening meeting attendance required)
- Research and report on issues relating to land use and economic development to help shape Village regulation and policy
- Participate in long-range planning projects, business outreach, and community development initiatives Produce graphics and exhibits to support
- Department reports and projects Assist the Department of Community and Economic Development as needed and directed to carry out department responsibilities
- Knowledge and understanding of the principles, practices, and techniques of urban planning, economic development, and land use regulation
- Clear and professional writing skills
- Attention to detail
- Excellent verbal communication and customer service skills
- Ability to make accurate mathematic calculations
- Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgement
- Experience with the Adobe Creative Suite desired
Salary range $43,000 - $47,000 DOQ. IMRF pension and excellent benefit package included.
Mailed applications must be postmarked on or before August 7, 2020, in order to be considered. Applications may be emailed to commdev@mortongroveil.org or mailed to:
Department of Community & Economic Development
Village of Morton Grove
6101 Capulina Avenue
Morton Grove, Illinois 60053
For more information, please visit https://www.mortongroveil.org/government/employment-opportunities/.
Economic Development Manager - Edgewater Chamber of Commerce
Who: Edgewater Chamber of Commerce
What: The mission of the Edgewater Chamber of Commerce is to create and support a thriving business environment, contributing to a vibrant Edgewater community. We organize and present marketing, education, networking, and advocacy programs to increase commercial activity and strengthen existing businesses and Chamber members in the Edgewater community. Founded in 1984, the Edgewater Chamber of Commerce is a 501(c)(6) nonprofit organization and the Edgewater Development Corporation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit supporting organization, serving the Edgewater business community.
What: The mission of the Edgewater Chamber of Commerce is to create and support a thriving business environment, contributing to a vibrant Edgewater community. We organize and present marketing, education, networking, and advocacy programs to increase commercial activity and strengthen existing businesses and Chamber members in the Edgewater community. Founded in 1984, the Edgewater Chamber of Commerce is a 501(c)(6) nonprofit organization and the Edgewater Development Corporation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit supporting organization, serving the Edgewater business community.
Community Project Coordinator - Hamline Midway Coalition
Who: Hamline Midway Coalition
What: As part of the District Council system of the City of Saint Paul, the Hamline Midway Coalition fosters citizen participation in government and community decisions that make our neighborhood a great place to live, work, learn, and play. HMC helps to identify and organize around community-based initiatives, develops leadership among residents, and strives to create social capital -- with a particular emphasis on expanding access to and representative voice for marginalized community members. The Hamline Midway Coalition also serves as a communication network in the neighborhood, providing information and resources to stakeholders.
Description of the Role:
The Community Project Coordinator will work across disciplines and with a diverse range of community members to increase Hamline Midway’s vitality through community development efforts and neighborhood activation while participating and leading a wide variety of projects. Additional responsibilities will include communications and administrative management.
Principal Functions:
1. Serve as lead coordinator for neighborhood projects + initiatives (65%)
To apply: Submit a resume and cover letter describing your interest in and qualifications for the position to apply@HamlineMidway.org
What: As part of the District Council system of the City of Saint Paul, the Hamline Midway Coalition fosters citizen participation in government and community decisions that make our neighborhood a great place to live, work, learn, and play. HMC helps to identify and organize around community-based initiatives, develops leadership among residents, and strives to create social capital -- with a particular emphasis on expanding access to and representative voice for marginalized community members. The Hamline Midway Coalition also serves as a communication network in the neighborhood, providing information and resources to stakeholders.
Description of the Role:
The Community Project Coordinator will work across disciplines and with a diverse range of community members to increase Hamline Midway’s vitality through community development efforts and neighborhood activation while participating and leading a wide variety of projects. Additional responsibilities will include communications and administrative management.
Principal Functions:
1. Serve as lead coordinator for neighborhood projects + initiatives (65%)
- Coordinate and co-lead ongoing projects
- Neighborhood Investment Cooperative
- 10-Year Neighborhood plan
- Grant-funded projects
- Transportation and Development projects
- Serve as liaison between HMC and resident-led groups to plan and support neighborhood projects.
- Community Gardens + Parks + Sustainability
- Block Clubs
- Mini-Grant Program
- Lead small and large group meetings to gain consensus and advance neighborhood initiatives.
- Attend and participate in community programs and meetings.
- Expand outreach and engagement to ensure broad, inclusive representation in defining and implementing neighborhood initiatives
- Work with HMC staff and residents to plan and support community-based events.
- Recruit and coordinate volunteers, as needed
- Assist in grant and fundraising efforts Staff HMC’s Committee Meetings (Development, Transportation, Environment)
- Assist in drafting content for monthly e-newsletter and print mailings
- Develop communications content including flyers and articles
- Assist in submitting monthly updates + articles to the local newspaper
- Collaborate with staff on various means of neighborhood communication and respond to calls from neighbors on a variety of neighborhood and citywide issues.
- Post on social media channels
- Assist in providing staff support for committees including logistics, assembling, and distributing meeting agendas and minutes.
- Assist staff with regular administrative duties including record-keeping and correspondence.
- Assist staff with maintaining organizational Google groups, database, calendars, and shared documents.
- Assist the Executive Director with special projects.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Demonstrated ability and commitment to intercultural communication.
- Committed to furthering the organization’s work to racial and social justice.
- Interest in and understanding of neighborhood development and urban planning.
- Solid time management skills; ability to handle multiple projects, meet deadlines, and function independently.
- Must have demonstrated experience managing multiple projects at once.
- Strong written and oral communication skills with strong attention to detail.
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills and ability to independently and thoroughly seek out answers to problems and questions.
- Passionate about neighborhood development, resident participation, and the idea of people working together to create positive change.
- Has demonstrated vision and creativity.
- Personable and positive attitude, both within the office and out in the community.
- Proficient in computer programs such as G-Suite and Microsoft applications.
- Graphic design experience + email marketing experience will be looked upon favorably.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, in order to attend community meetings and events.
- Background in community planning, community development, and/or economic development is preferred.
- At least three years of relevant experience.
To apply: Submit a resume and cover letter describing your interest in and qualifications for the position to apply@HamlineMidway.org
Research Analyst - Chicago Fed
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.
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.
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.
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