Program Officer, The Coleman Foundation, Chicago

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

Title: Program Officer

Reports to: CEO/President  

Direct Reports: None

Status: Salaried, fulltime, exempt 

 

FOUNDATION SUMMARY  

The Coleman Foundation, Inc. is a private grantmaking foundation established in 1951. The Foundation supports organizations that work in three areas of focus: health and rehabilitation services, intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD), and entrepreneurship organizations in the Chicago metropolitan area. The current endowment is $200 million and in 2021, the Foundation made 161 grant payments totaling $7.1 million. The Foundation is currently working under a two-year strategic plan and expects learning during that time to influence its program direction and practices. To learn more about the Foundation, visit the website at www.coleman foundation.org. 

 

POSITION SUMMARY 

The Program Officer works in strategic and creative partnership with the Foundation’s leadership and program team on grantmaking and program initiatives across all funding priorities to advance the Foundation’s goals. The Program Officer is responsible for making funding recommendations for health and rehabilitation, and for co-implementing and co-managing all aspects of the I/DD grants portfolio. The Program Officer represents the Foundation in funder collaboratives, and by attending relevant conferences and other meetings with grantees, issue experts, and the philanthropic community. 

 

ABOUT YOU

You have a strong history of work experience in the public health field.  You are familiar with the field of I/DD, either through a personal connection or work experience. You are a strategic thinker with an equity mindset who is committed to reducing health disparities, addressing community needs, and building on assets among people and neighborhoods that are underserved and under-resourced. You approach new situations with curiosity and flexibility. You find enjoyment and fulfillment in a job that requires both the analytic ability to sift through information for what is relevant and important, as well as interpersonal skills to build relationships among a wide array of people throughout the community. You understand the privilege that work in philanthropy confers, prioritize listening and learning, enjoy putting the spotlight on others, and will serve as a champion for the good work happening in the sector. 

 

SALARY

$90,000-100,000* depending on competencies and experience.

*salary is based on national benchmarking data for foundations

 

BENEFITS

The Foundation offers generous benefits including pension, medical, dental, vision, life and matching gifts.

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

Strategic Leadership & Learning (approx 30%)

• Lead learning and grantmaking in the health and rehabilitation program 
• Serve as co-program officer partner on the intellectual and developmental disabilities learning agenda and grantmaking
• Develop and implement evaluation plans to track the impact of the work and to allow for continuous learning
• Provide regular “snapshot” reports to leadership with updates on program work, proposal review, and grantee progress
• Stay current on issues, opportunities, activities, and developments in the Foundation’s funding areas and potential future funding areas. Keep staff and directors updated on trends and evolving practices
• Partner with leadership to ensure that the grantmaking programs are relevant and aligned with organizational priorities and to identify and develop emerging areas of interest 

 

Grantmaking (approx 70%)

• Review proposals for potential support, read written materials, meet applicants, manage expectations
• Conduct site visits of grantees and applicants
• Conduct due diligence, prepare written evaluations, present recommendations to staff and board
• Communicate Foundation priorities, procedures, proposal feedback, and decisions to applicants, verbally and in writing
• Monitor progress of grantees, review their reports, maintain regular communication, and attend their meetings, functions, or events 
• Serve as a resource and support for board-directed giving
• Identify organizations with strong potential for partnership and recommend new grantee partners
• Contribute to overall efficient operations of the grantmaking department; identify procedures and processes to streamline with the grantmaking team
• Participate in promoting the Coleman Foundation’s mission and the work of our grantees, including writing blog posts and grantee spotlight articles
• Connect applicants, grant recipients, and community partners to training, technical assistance, marketing and capacity building opportunities and providers
• Work on and support special projects or other duties as assigned

 

QUALIFICATIONS 

Requirements (must have)

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience; graduate degree or equivalent work experience preferred
• Experience working in the public health field
• Exposure to the trends and needs of people with intellectual/developmental disabilities a plus
• Demonstrated capacity to take initiative and execute strategies, including the ability to define program objectives, evaluate progress, and manage projects through a complete lifecycle 
• Clear and concise writing, verbal, and presentation skills with the flexibility to adapt to a range of audiences
• Ability to maintain the highest levels of integrity, ethics, sound judgment, and confidentiality

• Working knowledge in Microsoft Office 365 environment 
• Ability to analyze complex organizational and community conditions to identify grant opportunities, emerging issues and new needs and challenges 

 

Qualities

• Direct experience in the field of public health
• Deep curiosity about and/or exposure to the field of intellectual and developmental disabilities
• A collegial spirit with experience in building strong, positive, collaborative relationships among diverse constituencies by listening to new ideas, encouraging open dialogue, sharing feedback, and inspiring people to work toward common goals 

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

• This position is based in Chicago, in-office work is informed by CDC guidance and internal COVID-19 protocols; staff are currently working on site 2 days per week; it is anticipated that staff will move to 3 days per week on site in June
• All Coleman employees are expected to be fully vaccinated (primer and boosters) against COVID-19 or submit weekly tests to the CEO 
• The in-office work environment is accessible; primarily business casual; some work at off-site locations may be required, and those sites may not be fully accessible
• This role routinely uses standard office equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and read a computer monitor.
• This is a full-time position normally requiring attendance from 9am to 5pm, M-F 
• Attendance at meetings and events in the evening and on weekends is periodically required
• This workplace is a smoke- and drug-free environment 

APPLICATION PROCESS

• Deadline: April 15, 2022
• Apply Here: https://whitehodgehr.bamboohr.com/jobs/view.php?id=24 
• Interested applicants should include a cover letter, specifically addressing why they are interested in   the Foundation and this position, how their experience directly relates to this position noted above, along with salary requirements. 
• No phone calls please
• The Foundation seeks to fill this position as soon as possible and will work actively to build a highly diverse pool of candidates

Transit Organizer Position, Chicago Jobs with Justice

Job Posting: Full-time Organizer

Role: Transit Organizer. Chicago Jobs with Justice is organizing a transit justice campaign called Transit for All (www.transit4all.org). We are looking for an experienced, talented organizer to lead the effort to organize a transit rider organization in Chicago which will advocate for an equitable, accessible, safe and affordable transit system for all. 

Minimum requirements:  

1. Experience leading successful labor or community organizing campaigns. 
2. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
3. Able to use Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Google Drive, and able to navigate social media platforms. 
4. Must be able to demonstrate a passionate commitment to economic, social, and racial justice.
5. Must be a fluent Spanish speaker.  
6. Based in Chicago 

Desired qualifications: experience in transit policy and advocacy or experience in Chicago politics and organizing landscape 

Salary: Starting salary is $50,000, salary commensurate experience

Benefits: Fully paid health insurance (PPO); 2 weeks paid vacation plus end of year paid time off, training, and professional development

Women and people of color and STRONGLY encouraged to apply.

Please send resume and cover letter to Susan Hurley, Executive Director of Chicago Jobs with Justice, susan@chicagojwj.org.

Senior Research Associate, Heartland Alliance, Chicago

Senior Research Associate - Full Time - Chicago, North Side 

Summary:

Grounded in 130 years working to advance social justice, Heartland Alliance informs public policy decisions and advances solutions to improve opportunities and quality of life for people experiencing inequity, living in poverty, and facing danger. Heartland Alliance’s IMPACT Division engages in research on social issues and solutions, program innovation, policy and systems change, and field building nationwide. The division is home to the Social IMPACT Research Center , Heartland Alliance’s Policy Advocacy team, and Heartland Alliance’s Innovation and Practices team .

The Social IMPACT Research Center conducts applied research for nonprofits, foundations, advocacy groups, governments, coalitions, and the media to help them measure, inform, and grow their social impact. IMPACT also regularly reports on key poverty trends to equip decision makers with sound data to inform public policy. Being embedded into Heartland Alliance, a leading anti-poverty organization doing direct service work with a systems-change orientation, gives IMPACT a unique approach and values that differentiate us from many other research groups: We intentionally conduct applied research, meaning that the first and most central priority of all our studies is to elucidate practical learnings for the program or effort under study. We bring an acute sense of the landscape, a deep knowledge of vulnerable populations, and a keen sense of social justice to every project.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Research Design & Project Management

• Serves as lead project manager on multiple projects with competing deadlines.
• Develops and implements project work plans.
• Collaborates with Director and Associate Director on research design and developing methods.
• Collaborates on developing and revising budgets as needed

Ethics & Equity Commitments

• Writes Institutional Review Board proposals.
• Adheres to research ethics as outlined in Institutional Review Board protocols and agency policies.
• Carries out commitments to equity, inclusion, and diversity in research design and implementation by:
• Lifting up marginalized voices in sample selection and research design.
• Analyzing data with a racial and gender equity lens when possible.
• Being culturally responsive when designing evaluation and data collection techniques.
• Incorporating understandings of institutional racism, sexism, homophobia, and transphobia into conceptual frameworks governing research.

Data collection

• Reviews literature from appropriate sources.
• Collaborates to develop sampling plans.
• Develops and adapts data collection tools.
• Develops and implements research recruitment materials.
• Develops informed consent materials, and administers and tracks informed consent process and documentation.
• Tests data collection tools and procedures.
• Conducts focus groups, interviews, and observations.
• Conducts document review.
• Collects quantitative and qualitative data.
• Facilitates group processes.
• Develop data collection and analysis protocols for third party implementers.
• Trains data collection team, including third party implementers.
• Tracks response rates, incentive receipt and mailings, and conducts research participant follow up.

Data analysis

• Designs analysis plans.
• Assists with designing and integrating databases.
• Enters and cleans data.
• Conducts descriptive and inferential data analyses.

Research Reporting & Communications

• Writes interim and final reports and research summaries for various communication purposes.
• Visualizes data for analytical purposes as well as reports and presentations.
• Presents findings in public forums and to affected parties.
• Manages client relationships including communication with clients and other research stakeholders.
• Represents agency in leadership capacity in internal and external work groups.
• Occasionally serves as media spokesperson on findings.
• Responds to data requests.

 Supervision

• May directly supervise permanent and temporary employees at Heartland Alliance.
• Supervises graduate interns and volunteers.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

 Other

• Develops expertise in research methods and issue areas applicable to projects.
• Responsible for keeping projects to timeline and budget, and working with Director and Associate Director to re-negotiate timelines and budgets as circumstances change.
• Assists with fundraising as needed.
• Assists on other agency projects as needed.
• Travel as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

 Desired Leadership Competencies:

1. Strategic Agility
• Proven track record of setting a vision and creating strategies in the midst of a complex, uncertain, and changing environment
• Models and inspires innovative thinking and helps the organization adapt to change and face adversity
• Synthesizes data and inputs effectively and communicates results so that others easily understand
2.  Communication

• Proven active listener who can synthesize information for all audiences in an appropriate manner
• Demonstrated skill representing the organization while influencing and inspiring action outside of the organization
• Ability to create concise, clear and appropriate messaging (verbal, written, etc.) within team, division and organization    

1. Teamwork & Collaboration

• Track record of encouraging and gathering diverse opinions to create common ground, build trust and provide innovative solutions
• Strong ability to build productive and collaborative teams by identifying and leveraging talents, building and maintaining accountability, and modeling inclusion and respect 

1. Managerial Courage

• Proven ability to create an environment of a welcome diversity of thoughts and opinions, even when it’s not popular
• Models courage and determination to challenge current practices and mindsets at the most senior level while maintaining effective relationships

1. Talent Development

• Demonstrated ability to identify future leaders, determine future capability needs, and support development plans to meet those needs
• Ability to model and create an overall environment of respect, diversity and inclusion
• Understands the importance of supporting employees’ well-being by working to address stress and vicarious trauma
• Highly skilled in coaching and developing competence in others

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Education and/or Experience: Master's degree in Social Sciences or related field and three years of social science research experience, or BA plus five years of related experience. Experience should include supervisory responsibilities, data systems development and utilization, and communication of research findings to diverse audiences.
• Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations. Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis.
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. Ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, musical notes, etc.,) in its most difficult phases. Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.
• Computer Skills: Proficiency in R and/or SPSS, Excel, and Word required. Proficiency in SQL, Microsoft Access, or other database technology desirable. Proficiency in Internet Explorer, Outlook/Exchange; Windows operating systems; and other software routinely used by Heartland Alliance.
• Relational Skills: Experience working with people who are very low income and people of different races and ethnicities.
• Sense of Humor: Ability to find lightness and humor in the workplace.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

To Apply and for more information visit: https://phh.tbe.taleo.net/phh01/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=HEARTLANDALLIANCE&cws=1&rid=7707 

Urban Designer, Department of Planning & Development, Chicago

                                                           URBAN DESIGNER

DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT

Bureau of Planning & Design

Number of Positions: 2

Starting Salary: $73,644.00

Applications for this position will be accepted until 11:59pm CDT on 04/08/2022 

Under direction, the position will provide urban design expertise to the Department of Planning and Development (DPD) and the Chicago Planning Commission (CPC) in the review of development proposals and the development of neighborhood plans, and perform related duties as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

·     Conducts urban design plans, zoning, and land use studies including data research, conditions analysis, and making recommendations

·     Develops planning policy, design criteria, and design guidelines in coordination with agency staff and other City agencies

·     Serves as a liaison and department representative on urban design related matters with other City agencies, consultants, the general public, and developers

·     Leads and coordinates the design review of development projects with a focus on zoning analysis, site design, massing, architectural and landscape design

·     Participates in the departments’ internal design review committee and serves as a liaison for external review committees, such as the Chicago Plan Commission and the Committee on Design

·     Implements the department’s urban design policies, principles, and best practices

·     Clearly communicates verbally, graphically, and in written form the department’s city-wide land use and urban design policies as it relates to specific projects or plans

·     Prepares technical and illustrative drawings, physical, and digital models

·     Organizes and prepares graphic and written materials to be presented to the Chicago Plan Commission, Committee on Design, department staff, elected officials, public agencies, and the general public

·     Maintains a working knowledge of the City of Chicago zoning ordinance

Additional duties may be required for this position

Location:          City Hall, 10th Floor

Days:             Monday – Friday (occasional weekend hours may be required)

Hours:          8:30am – 4:30pm (occasional evening hours may be required)

THIS POSITION IS IN THE CAREER SERVICE

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

·     Graduation from an accredited college our university with a Bachelor’s degree or higher in Urban Design, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, or a directly related field, plus five (5) years of urban design work experience; OR

·     Graduation from an accredited college our university with a Master’s degree or higher in Urban Design, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, or a directly related field, plus four (4) years of urban design work experience

NOTE: Applicants selected to interview will be required to submit a work portfolio at the time of interview

SELECTION REQUIREMENTS

This position requires applicants to complete an interview which will include a skills assessment as part of the interview. The interviewed candidate(s) possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position, based on the oral and written parts of the interview will be selected.

Preference will be given to candidates possessing the following:

·     Previous experience working for a large municipality

·     Proficiency working with ArcGIS mapping and analysis

·     Proficiency working with specialized software including Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, and   AutoCAD

·     Previous experience creating and presenting in front of diverse groups of people

ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT.

The City of Chicago in an Equal Employment Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer.

City of Chicago                                            Department of Human Resources

Lori Lightfoot, Mayor                                   Christopher Owen, Commissioner

Economic Development Manager, Edgewater Chamber of Commerce, Chicago

 Position: Economic Development Manager

Location: Chicago, IL (Neighborhood: Edgewater)

Type: Full-Time, Exempt

About the Edgewater Chamber of Commerce

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.

Summary of Position

The Economic Development Manager is responsible for building strong relationships with businesses, property owners, external partners, agencies, community organizations, government officials, and other interested parties to attract and retain businesses in Edgewater. The position will manage programs that beautify the streetscape, promote the area, and improve the overall vibrancy of the commercial districts in the community. Overseeing the delivery of the Special Service Area (SSA) business plan, the position will execute contracts and agreements with vendors for services provided within the SSA. Ensuring compliance with the policies and procedures of the SSA and City of Chicago's Department of Planning and Development, they will prepare necessary documents, policies, and programs for SSA Commission approval. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Managing business attraction and retention strategies, including:

• Promoting the Edgewater community throughout Chicago

• Identifying and engaging with prospective businesses and helping them to secure space in Edgewater through connections with brokers, landlords, and developers

• Maintaining a current database of existing businesses and available spaces in Edgewater

• Working with landlords in renting storefronts; providing information and encouragement to prospective business owners and investors 

• Marketing Edgewater’s commercial corridors to fill vacant storefronts

• Visiting newly opened businesses and maintaining strong relationships with business owners to ensure business retention in Edgewater

• Participating in events that promote Edgewater as a business-friendly area 

• Staffing and managing Edgewater’s Economic Development and Planning Committee and their work plan

• Designing and implementing programs that bring awareness to the Edgewater community as a tool for economic development and business attraction

• Managing the Edgewater Development Corporation Neighborhood Business Development Center (NBDC) grant program and work plan

• Completing monthly deliverables and other duties and responsibilities as needed and/or assigned

• Overseeing neighborhood planning along the commercial corridors in Edgewater including coordinating with consultants to spearhead plans

Overseeing management of SSA #26:

• Leading SSA Commission meetings

• Managing relationships with SSA commissioners, ensuring that the SSA is in program compliance with the City of Chicago and that SSA commissions operate in sync with Edgewater’s mission and goals

• Recruiting new SSA commissioners as needed

• Managing and implementing projects & services approved by the SSA commissioners

• Developing an annual budget and workplan with commissioners for submission to the City; reviewing financials and audits; assisting Commissioners in drafting and adhering to bylaws; acting as a liaison among the SSA Commissions, City agencies, the Chamber and taxpaying constituents

• Managing programs and services for the SSA, such as: landscaping, holiday decorations, snow removal, trash removal, litter removal, tree maintenance, installation of wayfinding signage, installation of public art, installation of bike racks, and more as needed

• Managing special projects, such as demographic and marketing studies, as needed

• Help manage the Elevate Devon Corridor Plan project, in partnership with the Rogers Park Business Alliance and Loyola University

• Representing Edgewater at small business expos, and other events as needed

• Making recommendations for improvements to organizational systems and implementing changes and modifications to current systems, as needed

• Building relationships in a mission-based environment that lead to support for the organization and its programs

• Completing monthly reports and any other required deliverables for the SSA program

Qualities

• Highly collaborative with a relationship-building style of communications and strong customer service skills

• A demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects in a deadline-driven, team-oriented environment

• A motivated self-starter who takes initiative and employs highly developed problem-solving skills

• Solid verbal and written communication skills; ability to make presentations and communicate information professionally and clearly

• Must respect and embrace diversity in all its forms when interacting with peers, supervisors, community partners, business owners, and residents

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree, emphasis in business or urban planning a plus

• Experience with analysis, strategic planning, project management, and small business development and/or community development 

• Experience with budgetary management and compliance with proper financial controls and procedures

• Public speaking and strong writing skill required

• Availability for occasional evening and weekend events

• Familiarity with the Edgewater area/far north side of Chicago a plus

Compensation and Benefits 

The Economic Development Manager is a full-time salaried position. Benefits include paid vacation and holidays, matching retirement contributions, health insurance and a flexible work environment.

To Apply:

Email a cover letter and resume to Christina@edgewater.org by Friday, March 25, 2022. No calls, please. The Edgewater Chamber of Commerce is interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of individuals and is committed to creating an inclusive and equitable environment.