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2010 Latino Professional Finalists 2010 Latino/a Entrepreneur Finalists
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2010 Latina Professional Finalists
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FEATURED EVENTS
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MISCELLANEOUS
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CAN TV Board Applications

If you are committed to principles of: Then consider submitting an application for the CAN TV board of directors. The board nominating committee is seeking applications from interested Chicago residents with financial, legal, fundraising, human relations, strategic planning and leadership experience.

Applications due 9/17/10. Click here for an application and more on the CAN TV board.

What you should know about
H1N1 Flu

Right now in Chicago, the risk for H1N1 flu is low. Case numbers peaked in early November of 2009, and have been declining steadily ever since. In fact, on August 10, 2010, the World Health Organization declared that the global pandemic of H1N1 is over, and the world is now in a post-pandemic phase.

Nonetheless, H1N1 continues to circulate at low levels throughout the Chicago area and elsewhere---and when it comes to influenza, it is never time to let down our guard. We at the Chicago Department of Public Health take H1N1 flu (and all strains of flu) seriously, and we call upon all Chicagoans to do the same.

The new 2010-11 flu vaccine is now available on a limited basis. Check with your doctor or other regular health care provider to schedule your 2010-11 flu vaccination. If you do not have a doctor, vaccinations are available for a reasonable fee at many retail pharmacies across the city. Flu vaccinations will also be available at no charge from the Chicago Department of Public Health, starting in mid-October as we kick off our annual fall flu vaccination effort. A schedule of dates, times and sites will be announced soon.

Vaccinations are safe, effective and convenient. They are the best way to fight the flu. The 2010-11 flu vaccine offers protection from the three flu strains most likely to circulate this year: A-California (the same H1N1strain as last year), A-Perth and B-Brisbane.

Generally speaking, everyone in the community----from babies age 6 months and up----should get a 2010-11 flu vaccination, if they have not already. The best time to get vaccinated is October and November---or earlier if vaccine is available. However, if you miss the big flu shot drives in October and November, please remember that vaccine should still be widely available, and that it is never too late to get vaccinated and protect yourself and your family from the flu!

For more information, visit www.cityofchicago.org/health

EVENTS
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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
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smarTECHS.net
Dynamic full service IT firm looking for qualified It professionals.

Contact: Jackie Turner, HR Dir. at (312) 362-1111 or Fax Resume to (312) 362-1101

System Administrator
Position Description
The System Administrator will be responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting the Windows Server environment. In addition to troubleshooting and problem resolution for operating system and hardware issues, the candidate will also be responsible for new system design, testing, and implementation. Additional responsibilities include data protection (backup and anti-virus systems), infrastructure maintenance/support (Active Directory, DHCP, DNS, WINS), and messaging support (Exchange Server 2007). Experience with Windows Server Operating Systems (Windows 2003), Active Directory and related infrastructure services, Windows 2003 domain environments, Microsoft Exchange Server, backup applications, and strong technical writing skills are required.

Duties and Responsibilities
  • Build, configure and implement new Windows based physical and virtual servers;
  • Troubleshoot desktop and software issues;
  • Configure and support Active Directory and Group Policies;
  • Manage Exchange Server and third party spam/virus devices;
  • Install and maintain server systems, including off-hours support;
  • Provide technical support to customers for server provided services;
  • Monitor the server environment, including, but not limited to, availability, threshold alarms, backups, security advisories, and take actions as necessary;
  • Install, configure and test hardware and software server products as necessary to provide services to customers, internal and external;
  • Upgrade server environment hardware and software, including working with users for a smooth transition;
  • Provide technical solutions for customer products, issues or problems;
  • Work with other staff in project teams, including serving in a leading role for time to timed;
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation and SOWs;
  • Creates, documents, and implements process and procedures;
  • Creates and maintains documentation of network and systems;
  • Keen to learn new technologies and systems to keep pace with an ever changing industry;
  • Create Reports based on client site visits and present them to the project manager and Director of Infrastructure.
Required Skills
  • 2 - 3 years of experience in hardware and Microsoft operating system
  • Management (Windows 2003 native) in a networked environment required
  • 2 – 3 years of experience performing component hardware and Microsoft operating system
  • installations, modifications, replacements and changes required
  • 2 - 3 years of experience with Microsoft's Active Directory and Exchange e-mail technologies, including all related services (DDNS, WINS, DHCP, etc.) required
  • 2 -3 years experience with various security patching systems including Microsoft's SMS Server, WSUS, or any other third party application required
  • File and print server administration experience required
  • Microsoft SharePoint server administration is a plus
  • SQL Server exp is helpful
  • Working knowledge of DNS/DHCP and network protocol such as TCP/IP
  • Understanding of network devices such as Cisco switches, routers, and firewalls
  • Skills in server automation and scripting a plus
  • Ability to communicate and problem solve efficiently and effectively with identified customers and IT personnel to ensure the implementation of accurate processes required
Network Engineer
Job Summary
The Network Engineer will be responsible for installing, maintaining and supporting computer communication networks within the organization and externally as part of an IT networking consultancy working with a number of clients. You will help design, implement, troubleshoot and analyze network services. You will maintain a professional appearance and possess good communication skills for interfacing with customers and clients.

Responsibilities:
  • Installing, supporting and maintaining new server hardware and software infrastructure
  • Managing email, anti spam and virus protection
  • Setting up user accounts, permissions and passwords
  • Monitoring network usage, security, if the network connects to the internet
  • Managing the website and keeping internal networks running
  • Monitor the use of the web by employees
  • Configures, tests and maintains LAN/WAN equipments and related services
  • Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for all implemented networks
  • Maintain and support company’s LAN/WAN environment
  • Supervising help desk technicians
  • Planning and implementing future IT developments and undertaking project work
  • Collaborate with other IT staff.
Chicago Public Media, (WBEZ 91.5 FM)
Grant Writer
Chicago Public Media, (WBEZ 91.5 FM) is seeking an experienced grant writer for our Director of Foundation and Government Relations. Serving a listening audience throughout Chicago and the surrounding regions; Chicago Public Media is home to programs such as This American Life, Wait Wait…Don’t Tell Me, Vocalo.org and Sound Opinions. We are Chicago’s only NPR member station.

This position is responsible for managing and developing relationships with our foundation, corporate grant making programs, and government grant activities. Some of these institutional gifts have allowed us to open three neighborhood news bureaus to tell stories from and about communities not often heard in public media. Provide a platform of local voices on-air through Vocalo.org. Allowed us to report in-depth coverage of the Illinois juvenile justice system and fund paid internships for aspiring journalists in our newsroom.

Other additional duties and responsibilities include:
  • Prospects new institutional grant sources for upcoming and existing projects, maintains all records and reports on current institutional funding sources.
  • Researches, cultivates, solicits, and provides stewardship and tracking for all grants from local and national foundations and select government agencies.
  • Researches and maintains a list of potential institutional funding sources.
  • Ensures proper acknowledgment of all grants.
  • Works closely across departments and with board members as needed in pursuing prospective funding sources and writing proposals for submission.
The right candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in grant writing and working with foundations and government grant making agencies. Must have a proven track record of success in achieving fund raising goals. Must be highly organized with the ability to manage several projects with multiple deadlines. Excellent writing, interpersonal and the ability to understand detailed budgets is required. Knowledge of fundraising database management (preferably Raiser’s Edge) and current versions of Microsoft Office and Excel are required.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PPO health plan, domestic partner benefits, and generous paid time off. Our studios are located near the loop at Navy Pier with easy access to public transportation.

Send resumes and cover letters to resume@ChicagoLatinoNetwork.com.

Chicago Public Radio is an EOE/, AA Employer and actively seeks diversity in the workforce.
El Valor
El Valor, which means courage in Spanish, is a nationally recognized non-profit organization that for more than 37 years has delivered research-based programs that benefit thousands of individuals in Illinois and around the country. Through El Valor’s comprehensive menu of services, annually more than 4,000 families throughout the Chicagoland area receive high quality early childhood education; more than 1,000 people with disabilities learn how to live more independently; over 350 school-age youth receive individualized academic support; and more than 100 working professionals are able to work towards their advanced degrees in partnership with area universities.

Corporate /Business Developer
Contact: Gloria Curtin (312) 492-5941

JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for identifying and securing quality job opportunities for program participants with disabilities.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNTIONS: Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
  • Contacting and following-through on potential partnerships with local corporations, industry associations, unions, and chambers of commerce.
  • Responsible for building relationships between El Valor and Chicagoland businesses; in collaboration with internal departments.
  • Creating industry and company specific strategic plans that contain individualized strategies to meet the needs of given industries and larger companies.
  • Providing support to all initial components of business partnerships with key organizations including marketing collaboration, job training, recruiting, hiring, and follow along support in collaborations with El Valor’s marketing personnel.
  • Completing needs assessment with each business partner to determine specialized service plan that meets specific needs of each corporation.
  • Expanding existing partnerships and using the “lessons learned” to improve the partnership process.
  • Training El Valor staff on all aspects of working proactively with corporate partners.
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: An equivalent amount of training, education and experience will be considered.
  • Bachelor's degree
  • A minimum of five years of job-related experience in disability
  • Valid, current driver’s license
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES which may be representative bur not all inclusive of those commonly associated with this position.
  • Knowledge of social service terminology.
  • Knowledge of management skills such as hiring, performance management, discipline, discharge, Americans with Disabilities Act, etc.
  • Skilled at verbal and written English and Spanish communication.
  • Ability to comprehend and construct memos, letters and detailed correspondence and share information in one-on-one situations, as well as actively participate in a group meetings/discussions.
  • Ability to work with specific computer software (MS Office applications and job placement programs.
  • Ability to present information within and outside of the Agency, on the Agency’s behalf.
  • Ability to apply common dense, analyze data and interpret results yielding varying outcomes that have an ultimate impact on overall Agency operations.
Acquired Brain Injury Case Manager
Contact: Gloria Curtin (312) 492-5941

JOB SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Program Coordinator I, determines eligibility for services by conducting assessments. Develops and implements care plans to maximize participant choices and independence.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
  • Conducts assessments, determines participant eligibility and gathers information according to ABI requirements.
  • Develops and implements care plans.
  • Updates and maintains participant records.
  • Assists customers through counseling and documents discussions.
  • Serves as liaison between agencies.
  • Upholds program standards in conducting job-related services, as mandated by CARF.
  • Conducts home visits to assess recommendations indicated on the ABI waiver.
  • Ensures timely submission of paperwork to the Department of Public Aid, physicians and other contractors, as required.
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE REQUIRED An equivalent amount of training, education and experience will be considered.
  • Bachelor's degree from accredited college or university required.
  • One to two years of job-related prior experience required.
  • Professional certification in the case management area in accordance with the State of Illinois Department of Human Services regulations required.
  • Current, valid driver’s license required.
Assistant Residential Coordinator
Contact: Carlos Rodriguez (312) 492-5944

JOB SUMMARY: Manages the daily operations of the Residential Services program.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
  • Enforces policies and procedures in compliance with program requirements.
  • Implements Individual Habilitation Plans (IHPs) and monitors and reports participant’s progress.
  • Supervises staff and program participants.
  • Ensures the safety and well being of program participants, including monitoring health care issues.
  • Monitors household expenses.
  • Completes required paperwork including data collection, documentation and progress notes.
  • Plans and coordinates group outings and community activities for program participants.
  • Reports problems or issues to supervisor or appropriate staff, as needed.
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE REQUIRED An equivalent amount of training, education and experience will be considered.
  • Associates degree from accredited college or technical school required.
  • Two to five years of job-related prior experience required.
  • Successful completion of CPR and First Aid courses required.
PHYSICAL ABILITIES that are commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Requires regular talking and hearing.
  • Requires frequent sitting.
  • Occasionally required to lift objects weighing up to 15 pounds.
  • Requires clarity of vision at 20 feet or more.
  • Requires concentrated attention.
Cook - Residential
Contact: Carlos Rodriguez (312) 492-5944

JOB SUMMARY: Prepares meals for consumption in a sanitary and efficient manner following the regulations set by the Department of Health.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
  • Prepares meals in accordance with menus provided and the regulations of the Department of Health.
  • Washes and sanitizes the dishes, utensils and cooking areas.
  • Maintains food storage areas.
  • Assists with the ordering, receiving and storage of food.
  • Maintains appliances used in preparing meals.
  • Observes and monitors eating habits of program participants to report to supervisor.
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE REQUIRED An equivalent amount of training, education and experience will be considered.
  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • One to two years of job-related prior experience required.
  • Certification in food and sanitation required.
PHYSICAL ABILITIES that are commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Requires regular talking, hearing, standing, and reaching with hand/arms.
  • Requires frequent walking, climbing or balancing, and repetitive wrist, hand and/or finger movement.
  • Regularly required to lift objects weighing up to 20 pounds.
  • Frequently required to lift objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
  • Occasionally required to lift objects weighing up to 40 pounds.
  • Requires clarity of vision at 20 inches or less.
  • Requires frequent attention.
Direct Support Specialist
Contact: Jose Diaz (312) 492-5944

JOB SUMMARY: Provides direct care services to developmentally disabled.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
  • Supervises and monitors participant’s daily activities and progress.
  • Coordinates the implementation of the individual’s goals and objectives as defined by the Individual Habilitation Plan (IHP). Supervises the administration of medication, as needed.
  • Ensures the safety of program participants.
  • Intervenes and redirects participant’s maladaptive behaviors.
  • Develops opportunities for community integration, socialization and therapeutic community activities.
  • Complies with training requirements as directed by and other applicable regulators.
  • Coordinates home visits and participant’s attendance at scheduled events.
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE REQUIRED An equivalent amount of training, education and experience will be considered.
  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • One to two years of job-related prior experience required.
  • Successful completion of CPR and First Aid courses required.
PHYSICAL ABILITIES that are commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Occasionally required to lift objects weighing up to 10 pounds.
  • Requires clarity of vision at 20 feet or more.
  • Requires the ability to identify and distinguish colors.
  • Requires a normal level of attention.
Teacher Assistant
Contact: Carmen Flores (773) 721-9311

JOB SUMMARY: Assists the Teacher in the education and general development of the children enrolled in the Agency’s Head Start program. Will assist in the implementation of curriculum in accordance with the Head Start standards.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
  • Assists the Teacher in the development of the children’s creative, language and motor skills.
  • Monitors each child’s well-being and safety while attending the Agency.
  • Assists the Teacher in completing required paperwork, including lesson plans, observation charts, home visit reports and parent/teacher conference reports.
  • Assists the Teacher in communicating with parents, staff and children as needed.
  • Maintains a high level of professionalism while adhering to city, state and federal regulations outlining the Head Start program.
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE REQUIRED An equivalent amount of training, education and experience will be considered.
  • Certificate in Early Childhood Development. (Successful completion of CPR and First Aid courses required.)
  • One to Two years of job-related prior experience required.
PHYSICAL ABILITIES that are commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Requires regular talking, hearing, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing or balancing, and repetitive wrist, hand and/or finger movement.
  • Requires frequent pushing of objects.
  • Occasionally required to lift objects weighing up to 75 pounds.
  • Requires clarity of vision at 20 feet or more.
  • Requires clarity of vision at 20 inches or less.
  • Requires an extremely demanding level of attention.
Teacher
Contact: Carmen Flores (773) 721-9311

JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for the education and general development of the children enrolled in the Agency’s Head Start Program. Implements the curriculum in accordance with Head Start standards.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
  • Develops each child’s cognitive skills, including long-range development, emotional/social development and motor skills development.
  • Monitors each child’s well-being and safety.
  • Completes required paperwork on a daily basis, including lesson plans, child observations, home visit reports and parent/teacher conference reports.
  • Communicates with parents, other staff members and children on a daily basis.
  • Maintains a high level of professionalism while adhering to city, state and federal regulations outlining the Head Start program.
  • Acquires all necessary signatures of parents and/or guardians for events/activities needing their permission.
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE REQUIRED An equivalent amount of training, education and experience will be considered.
  • Associates degree in Early Childhood Education from accredited college or technical school required.
  • Two to five years of job-related prior experience required.
  • Successful completion of CPR and First Aid courses required.
PHYSICAL ABILITIES that are commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Requires regular talking, hearing, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing or balancing, and repetitive wrist, hand and/or finger movement.
  • Occasionally required to lift objects weighing up to 75 pounds.
  • Requires clarity of vision at 20 feet or more.
  • Requires clarity of vision at 20 inches or less.
  • Requires three-dimensional vision.
  • Requires the ability to identify and distinguish colors.
  • Requires an extremely demanding level of attention.

Chicago Transit Authority
Applicants, if hired, must comply with CTA's residency ordinance.

To apply, please visit our website at www.transitchicago.com and click on the "Careers" link under "Doing Business"

*Posting may be on CTA's website past the expiration date if additional resumes are needed

Senior Attorney - Labor
Salary Range: $65,000 - $80,000
Location: Chicago, IL
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent

Position Summary
Experienced attorney comparable to mid-level associate through junior partner in private sector law firms.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities
  • Handles own caseload of 25-75 cases and other matters. Duties include: frequent appearances before courts and administrative agencies, trials, hearings and arbitrations, the taking and defending of depositions, other discovery, preparation of witnesses, research, drafting of pleadings, motions, and appellate briefs, or providing advice on labor/employment matters, and the like. Caseload shifting from high-volume to fewer, more substantial cases (e.g., Law Division and Federal Court cases), which require more sophisticated strategies and legal analysis.
  • Works with more senior attorneys in “second chair” capacity on large litigation, labor/employment and other matters. Senior attorneys have an integral role in these assignments, typically examining witnesses, arguing motions and appeals, researching issues, preparing and drafting other motions, briefs and documents.
  • Manages work of paralegals and other support staff assigned to his/her projects.
  • Provides advice and counsel directly to clients.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Experience Requirements:
  • Law degree from an accredited school of law. Licensed, or in the process of obtaining a license, to practice law in Illinois.
  • Must have three to seven years experience.
  • Must possess suitable temperament and disposition, and strong interpersonal skills to effectively interrelate with personnel from assigned units and various levels of personnel from other Authority departments.
  • Must possess integrity, initiative and the creativity to provide effective solutions to CTA issues.
  • Must be capable of leadership and teamwork.
  • Must communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing and possess analytical skills necessary for competent legal interpretation.
  • Must be knowledgeable of applicable federal and state laws.
  • Must possess the managerial and administrative skills to direct and coordinate the activities of the work team.
  • Must have a working knowledge of Microsoft Suite including word processing functions.
CTA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

IT IS THE POLICY OF THE CHICAGO TRANSIT AUTHORITY THAT NO EMPLOYEE OR APPLICANT FOR EMPLOYMENT WILL BE DISCRIMINATED AGAINST BECAUSE OF RACE, COLOR, CREED, RELIGION, SEX, MARITAL STATUS, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, ANCESTRY, AGE, UNFAVORABLE MILITARY DISCHARGE OR DISABILITY, PROVIDED THAT THE INDIVIDUAL WITH THE DISABILITY IS ABLE TO PERFORM THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB WHICH HE/SHE DESIRES TO HOLD WITH REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION BY THE AUTHORITY.

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