Chicago Latino Network E-Newsletter In our 8th year, we are the LEADERS and TRENDSETTERS in E-Networking over 38,000 Chicagoland New Generation Latinos! Ensure you receive future e-newsletters...add info@ChicagoLatinoNetwork.com to Address Book. Having trouble viewing this e-newsletter? Click here to view this e-newsletter in your browser. CHICAGO LATINO NETWORK 2008 AWARDS GALA SOLD OUT! Thank you for your support! We look forward to seeing you next week. Please note that only confirmed guests will be granted admission. PRESENTS Design by Zuno Photographic ATTIRE: BLACK TIE RED CARPET & Event Video Coverage provided by VISIT THE AWARDS GALA WEBSITE GUEST SPEAKERS MCs NBC5 News Today Co-anchors Maria Marin Juan Tornoe AWARD SPONSORS GALA SPONSORS       Full Premium Complimentary Hosted Bar Featuring Amongst Other Diageo Brands MISCELLANEOUS Featured Events| Events| Career Opportunities| Birthdays Chicago's New Generation of Latino Leaders: The Difference Makers It is to Latino Chicago that businesses, neighborhoods, universities and government are now looking for leadership. Chicago's growing Latino community is shaping our city's economy and its quality of life. A new, highly educated generation of Latino men and women are moving in ever greater numbers from the classroom to the corporate board room-leading our largest multi-national corporations, using their entrepreneurial talents to build the Fortune 500 companies of the future and advocating for change in their children's schools and their parents' neighborhoods. And it is to National-Louis University (NLU) that this new generation of Latino leaders is looking for the education they need to become difference makers-men and women who dream big and who do no small things. Since its founding in 1886, NLU has been a university committed to access, excellence and innovation. Men and women, often the first in their families to get a college education, have been coming to NLU to get a degree-and come out transformed. They go back to their jobs with knowledge they can put to work immediately. They become advocates for better schools and safer neighborhoods. They make their families proud and their communities better places to live. Listen to what Chicago's next generation of Latino leaders has to say about the power of education. Join the Conversation and find out why NLU is becoming the university of choice for Chicago's next generation of Latino difference makers. Check out Mercat a la Planxa Review FEATURED EVENTS Events| Career Opportunities| Miscellaneous| Birthdays Symposium on Banking the Latino Market - Beyond the Basics The growing Latino market requires savvy financial institutions to focus on wealth management, small business banking and the Latino culture. National experts come together to examine the needs of the maturing and new generation of Latino customers and provide insights on how to offer well designed services. Who Should Attend Retail banking officers, experienced products and services managers, branch managers Agenda Banking the Hispanic Community: It's Not Just About Spanish Wealth Accumulation, Distribution and Legacy Goals Small Business Banking Hispanic Marketing: Beyond the Hype Economic Assessment Banking U.S. Hispanics: Middle Class and Affluent Wednesday, September 24, 2008 Doubletree Hotel Oak Brook, IL Program Pricing IBA Members - $250; Non Members - $395 Discounts are available for additional registrants from the same financial institution. For more information, visit the IBA website or call (800) 878-2265. Exclusive Online Media Sponsor EVENTS Featured Events| Career Opportunities| Miscellaneous| Birthdays The Center for Latino Research at DePaul University present two photo exhibits 1. Radicals in Black & Brown: Palante, People's Power, and Common Cause in the Black Panthers and the Young Lords Organization 2. Chicago's Original Rainbow Coalition 1968-1975: the Young Lords Organization, the Black Panthers and Rising Up Angry September 19 - January 12, 2009 OPENING RECEPTION: Friday, September 19, 2008 6:00 p.m. Haber Lounge, John T. Richardson Library 2350 N. Kenmore Ave. Chicago, IL CO-SPONSORS: The Center for Black Diaspora, The Cultural Center, The Egan Urban Center, DePaul University Libraries and the Office of Institutional Diversity and Equity. For more information, please contact mochoa@depaul.edu or clr@depaul.edu or (773) 325-7316. Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois and HLAI Charities - A Benefit to sponsor the Benito Juarez Eagles Athletic Department Help support a Juarez Eagle today - maybe a future Olympian tomorrow Thursday, September 25, 2008 5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Pompei Bakery 1531 W. Taylor St. Chicago, IL 60607 Hors d'oeuvres and drinks. Tickets are $60 available in advance or at the door. Or become a sponsor: Eagles Sponsor: $100; Screaming Eagles Sponsor: $250; Golden Eagles Sponsor: $500 Donate $5,000 and get your firm or company name on a scoreboard. Mail donations to: HLAI Charities, 321 S. Plymouth Ct., Suite 600, Chicago, IL 60604. Make checks payable to: HLAI Charities. Please write "Benito Juarez Athletic Department" in the memo section of the check. All donations are tax deductible through HLAI Charities. For more information, contact: Carmen Aguilar: (708) 256-4458, eagle429@sbcglobal.net Rebeca Quintero: (773) 230-1828, rebecaquintero@gmail.com The Dominican American Midwest Association (DAMA) Annual Gala Dinner and Award Ceremony Friday, September 26, 2008 6:00 p.m. Biagio! At this event, a DAMA Educational Award will be granted to a deserving student pursuing Post Secondary Education. There will be live entertainment, three-hour open bar, unlimited wine at dinner, free valet parking and Merengue, Salsa, Bachata. For more information about this event, and to apply for the Educational Award, please visit us at www.damamidwest.org or call (708) 606-9703 for more information. A reception honoring Jesse Martinez, Candidate for Mayor of Melrose Park Host Committee: Donna Stamatakus, Donna Contraveous, Jose Garcia, Roberto Sepulveda, Benny Delgado, Eddy Garcia, Alex Gutierrez, Alicia Raucho, Arturo Ramos Hugo Ayala, Ron Mayden, Daniel Gutierrez, Edwin Gonzalez, and Jesus Espinoza Saturday, September 27, 2008 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Alejandra's Mexican Cuisine 400 E. North Ave. Northlake, IL 60164 Individual Ticket $50; Friend $100; Patron $250; Sponsor $500; Host $1,000. For more information, contact Roberto Sepulveda at (708) 878-9234 or by email at sepulveda8@msn.com. A copy of our report (Citizens for Jesse Martinez) filed with the State Board of Elections and the County Clerk is or will be available for purchase from the State Board of Elections, Springfield, IL and from the County Clerk, 69 W. Washington, Chicago, IL. Hispanic Heritage Month Northeastern Illinois University Alumni Celebration Join us in honoring alumni and members of the community who exemplify excellence and who have made significant contributions to our Hispanic community and to NEIU. Friday, October 3, 2008 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Alumni Hall Attendance is FREE, but Reservations are required. Please call the Office of Alumni Relations at (773) 442-4205 by Friday, September 26. The Miracle Center's Second Annual Fundraiser The Miracle Center's second annual fundraiser is in collaboration with the awe inspiring Ballet Magnificat! School of the Arts and their current touring production. TMC and America's premier Christian Ballet Company bring The Scarlet Cord to Chicago. The Miracle Center Presents Ballet Magnificat! (World's premier full-time professional Christian ballet company committed to presenting the gospel of Jesus Christ through dance) Saturday, October 4, 2008 North-Grand High School 4338 W. Wabansia Ave. Chicago, IL Tickets: Call (773) 276-5933. Prices: $20, $30, $50. 2008 Lion President, Miguel (Mike) Cadena, and Founder Arturo Velasquez invite you to Chicago Azteca Lions Club Fundraiser Event Sunday, October 5, 2008 12:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Crystal Sky Banquets 7941 W. 47th St. McCook, IL 60525 Proceeds benefit Humanitarian Visual & Hearing Disabilities Program. Entertainment provided by Mariachi Angeles de Puebla, and Duo Amigos (Vicente & Jesus Hernandez). Individual Donation $40. Checks payable to "Chicago Azteca Lions" are acceptable up to 7 days prior to the event. For more information, please contact Joe or Emily Vallez at (708) 385-6055 or by e-mail at agifcjv@yahoo.com. Dominican University Presents Social Activist Dolores Huerta Dominican University will present United Farm Workers of America co-founder Dolores Huerta in a lecture on her life and work. As one of the most famous and celebrated Latinas in the U.S., Huerta has played a major role in the American civil rights movement. Dolores Huerta co-founded the United Farm Workers of America with Cesar E. Chavez in 1962. As the main negotiator for UFW, she obtained many basic rights for farm workers including the provision of toilets in the fields along with soap, water and paper towels; cold drinking water; a medical plan that covered farm worker families; a pension fund; job security; seniority rights; rest periods; paid vacations and holidays; and protections from pesticides. At the age of 78, Huerta continues to work for women, immigrants, workers and youth as the founder and president of the Dolores Huerta Foundation for Community Organizing. She also serves as a board member for the Feminist Majority and the People for the American Way. She has received several awards, including the Eleanor Roosevelt Humans Rights Award from President Clinton in 1998, Ms. Magazine's "One of the Three Most Important Women of 1997," Ladies Home Journal's 100 Most Important Woman of the 20th Century, the Puffin Foundation's Award for Creative Citizenship Labor Leader Award in 1984, Kern County's Woman of the Year from the California State legislature, and the Ohtli Award from the Mexican government. Tuesday, October 7, 2008 2:15 p.m. Martin Recital Hall 7900 W. Division St. River Forest, IL This lecture, which is being presented in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, is free and open to the public. For more information, contact Dr. Christina Perez, associate professor of sociology at Dominican University, at (708) 524-6693 or cperez@dom.edu. Puerto Rican Bar Foundation 14th Annual Scholarship Banquet Keynote Speaker: Juan Ochoa, CEO of Metropolitan Pier and Exposition Authority. Thursday, October 16, 2008 5:30 p.m. Union League Club 65 W. Jackson Blvd. Chicago, IL Ticket prices are $125. For tickets and more information, please contact Edwin Reyes at ereyes@briskmanandbriskman.com. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Featured Events| Events| Miscellaneous| Birthdays American Family Insurance Various Are you fluent in both Spanish and English? Are you looking for a new and exciting challenge? Do you want to make shoveling snow a thing of the past? If you answered "si" to these questions, then American Family has several great opportunities for you. We're adding an additional bilingual claim unit to our Phoenix branch office designed to deliver exceptional claims experiences to our Spanish-speaking customers. We're currently recruiting for the following positions: Casualty Claim Bilingual Manager (Job # 5371) Casualty Claim Bilingual Adjuster (Job # 5379) Physical Damage Claim Bilingual Adjuster (Job # 5380) To get your new career in Phoenix off to a great start, selected candidates will receive the following: Relocation Assistance - an enhanced relocation package will be provided to help you cover the cost of a move to Phoenix for this hiring initiative. Relocation Incentive Bonus - for this hiring initiative only, as a current employee you will receive a one-time cash relocation incentive bonus of $5,000 (pre-tax) to relocate for the adjuster position or $7,500 (pre-tax) for the manager position. Bilingual Premium Pay - in return for your bilingual expertise, you'll receive premium pay valued at 10% of your position's salary range midpoint. Got Questions? Contact Lila Maldonado in Phoenix Human Resources at lmaldona@amfam.com. Arabella Philanthropic Investment Advisors Associate Director Salary: Commensurate with experience Education: Graduate degree preferred; BA required Experience: At least 3 years of work experience Location: Chicago, IL Job Category: Client Services Language(s): English Type: Full time Reports to: Chief Operating Officer in Washington, D.C. Organization Description Arabella Philanthropic Investment Advisors is a consulting firm dedicated to helping individuals, families, institutions, and corporations make better philanthropic decisions. We believe philanthropic investments (i.e., contributions to nonprofit organizations) should involve the same strategic analysis and due diligence as financial investments. We offer family, institutional, individual, and corporate clients research and analysis of issues and nonprofit organizations as well as general project management and evaluation to enable them to give with confidence. Our clients range from the world's largest philanthropists to small family foundations. Arabella Advisors assists families and high net worth individuals by bringing strategic focus to their philanthropy to enhance its impact. This is done by monitoring and evaluating results to modify their giving for even better results. Arabella Advisors also services institutional clients including the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, the Annie E. Casey Foundation, the Rockefeller Brothers Fund, The Kresge Foundation and corporate clients such as Microsoft, Novartis, and Hyatt. Position Description Arabella Advisors seeks an experienced Associate Director to support the firm in serving its expanding individual and family, corporate and institutional client base. The Associate Director will serve as a project manager and be the primary point of contact for a variety of engagements within our client portfolios. This position is based out of our Chicago, Illinois office. Responsibilities Client Services Support the Managing Director in Chicago on client projects Serve as project manager on client projects; duties include drafting project budgets and developing and managing project timelines Develop high quality products and presentations that meet client expectations; products include reports evaluating and analyzing grant-making programs, nonprofit sector analyses, presentations explaining new philanthropic opportunities, and landscapes exploring new issue areas Conduct extensive research (including interviews and literature reviews) for client projects Facilitate meetings between clients and Arabella Advisors Maintain strong client relationships and clearly communicate progress and findings Marketing and Business Development Assist in the development of products and collateral that highlight the firm's expertise and abilities, including Arabella issue briefs Research and assist in cultivation of new clients and marketing channels Support Managing Directors in identifying and pitching new opportunities, including drafting proposals to prospective clients Other Hire and manage interns and other support staff as needed Requirements Education Graduate degree in a relevant field (business, public policy, etc.) preferred; BA required Experience At least three years of work experience with steadily increasing responsibility; some management experience preferred Experience in philanthropy, nonprofit management, business and/or consulting required Process expertise such as program evaluation, nonprofit due diligence, etc. preferred Issue area expertise such as economic development, environmental sustainability, etc. preferred Skills Excellent communication skills including writing skills and demonstrated ability to structure large amounts of information in a written document that is clear and easy to understand Strong research skills and an understanding of how to gather diverse sets of information from written documents and interviews Ability to manage and lead a complex project, to oversee and delegate to others on the team, and to meet deadlines Ability to work independently and as part of a team Desire to work in a small and growing office Characteristics Entrepreneurial spirit Detail oriented Exceptional leader Flexible Sense of humor Please apply by submitting a resume (with salary requirements), cover letter, and analytic writing sample to careers@arabellaadvisors.com by October 15, 2008. Northwestern Mutual Financial Network Financial Representative Job Description: Representatives offer guidance, relationships and solutions to help clients meet financial goals and objectives. They offer exclusive access to insurance products from a top-rated company, Northwestern Mutual, and an array of quality investment choices. Supported by training programs and mentoring opportunities, they have access to the resources, products and assistance they need to help clients and build their practices. Accolades, Ratings and Assessments: In 2008, for the 25th time, Fortune® magazine recognized Northwestern Mutual as America's "Most Admired" company in our category (Fortune Magazine, March 19, 2008) Named "America's Most Admired" company in its category for 23 years, according to 2006 Fortune magazine survey Northwestern Mutual was ranked as the "Best Service Company to Sell For" in Selling Power Magazine's '50 Best Companies to Sell For' issue (November/December 2007). Northwestern Mutual consistently earns the highest possible financial strength ratings from the four major financial ratings services. (A++ - A.M. Best (May 2007); AAA - Fitch Ratings (August 2007); AAA - Standard & Poor's (May 2007); Aaa - Moody's Investors Service (March 2007) Preferred qualifications: To be considered for the position, you should have at least a bachelor's degree from a four-year institution, have strong interpersonal skills, be self-motivated and have a history of personal success. To apply: If you enjoy working in a fast-paced, highly productive, value-driven environment, e-mail your resume to Field Director, Robert Marin at robert.marin@nmfn.com. For more information, visit our Web site or call Robert at (773) 580-9400. Northwestern Mutual Financial Network is the marketing name for the sales and distribution arm of The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company, Milwaukee, WI, (NM) and its subsidiaries and affiliates. Network Representative is an agent of NM (life insurance, annuities and long-term care insurance). Securities and advisory services offered through Northwestern Mutual Investment Services, LLC,, registered investment adviser, member NASD and SIPC. Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company, Milwaukee, WI, limited purpose federal savings bank and registered investment adviser. Illinois Campaign for Political Reform Policy Associate The Illinois Campaign for Political Reform (ICPR) is a non-partisan public interest group that conducts research and advocates reforms to promote public participation in government, address the role of money in politics and encourage integrity, accountability, and transparency in government. For additional information on ICPR visit: www.ilcampaign.org Under the direction of the Executive Director, the Policy Associate will be involved in a wide range of work that supports and promotes ICPR's public education and advocacy efforts. In addition, the Policy Associate will be responsible for growing ICPR's network of civic leaders, grassroots activists, lawyers and business leaders to bring together new and diverse voices in support of comprehensive government reform. Some overnight travel will be required. Salary is commensurate with experience. Education/Experience Requirements B.A. with at least 5 years experience in project management, advocacy or public policy is required. Advanced degree in political science, public policy or law is preferred. Solid knowledge of government reform issues and a strong familiarity with Illinois politics is highly desirable. Some supervisory experience is ideal. Knowledge Requirements Superior organizational skills; ability to complete tasks with minimal supervision; ability to work on a team; initiative; discretion; mature judgment. The candidate must have a comprehensive understanding of the legislative process and administrative law; strong research and writing skills; knowledge of current campaign finance, government ethics, and judicial campaign reform issues. Principal Duties and Responsibilities 50% Project Coordination, Judicial Campaign Reform: Monitor coverage of judicial election activities in Illinois and relevant topics in media and research communities. Work with the IT Manager to draft text for inclusion on ICPR's website, ensure site is frequently updated. Work with the Administrative Manager to update and promote the Illinois Judicial Voters' Guide website for each election cycle. Serve as liaison to the state and national coalitions and groups working on judicial reform efforts. Plan and organize public events, private seminars and other meetings as necessary. Lead ICPR's advocacy work to enact Judicial Public Financing legislation. Meet with legislative sponsors to align and coordinate efforts relating to legislation strategy and public education. 30% Campaign Finance & Government Ethics Reform: Conduct research into various issues relating to government reform. In conjunction with the Executive Director and Deputy Director, develop reports, fact sheets, and other educational materials for diverse audiences. Plan and organize public events, private seminars and other meetings as necessary. Give presentations to diverse audiences on campaign finance reform issues, as needed. Support ICPR's advocacy campaigns, including lobbying at the state government level. 20% Community Outreach: Identify relevant stakeholders and essential partners in the community. Communicate ICPR's issues in a way that leads to the establishment of diverse coalitions and/or project collaborations with local issue/public policy organizations. Develop new and meaningful ways to articulate ICPR's mission to the public. How to Apply: To submit an application, send a cover letter, resume and writing sample to ICPR via U.S. mail (ICPR, 325 W. Huron St., Suite 500, Chicago, IL 60654); email ( cindi@ilcampaign.org); or fax (312.335.1767): attention: Cindi Canary. No phone calls please. ICPR is an equal opportunity employer that values a diverse staff. All personnel matters, including, but not limited to hiring, promotion, salary review and termination, shall be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, gender, pregnancy, disability, political affiliation or veteran status. ICPR will comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act and any applicable Illinois law. Metropolitan Pier and Exposition Authority (MPEA) Administrative Assistant II Legal Department - Corporate Center MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma or equivalent required. Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a business setting with emphasis on standard office practices and procedures. Ability to type a minimum of 35 wpm accurately. Must be proficient in Word, Excel, and GroupWise. Knowledge of J.D. Edwards as well as municipal government operations preferred. Knowledge and an ability to apply fundamentals of business, English, spelling, grammar, punctuation, legal terms and basic math skills required. Must have excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to maintain complicated and/or multiple reports and records and prepare accurate reports. Must possess excellent organizational skills with proven ability to prioritize effectively. DUTIES: Creates, maintains, retrieves, and updates the Legal Department electronic database, its files and manages records including using established procedures and/or coding schemes. Orders office supplies and equipment, maintains records related to these tasks. Inputs purchase orders for payment to third party vendors. Supports Staff Attorneys and Paralegal with record retention and assists all professional staff with retrieval and archiving of files. Prepares and/or assists in compilation and distribution of Committee and Board materials to Board Members and the Chief Executive Officer. Prepares, delivers and retrieves confidential documents as may be required. Receives, screens and routes incoming mail to department staff; answers telephone and routine questions and routes calls to appropriate staff. Provides telephone coverage for all staff. Takes accurate and complete phone messages. Provides general support; makes copies, transmits faxes and distributes incoming faxes in a timely manner, sets up conference calls, maintains supervisors' calendars, coordinates scheduling of meetings. Handles travel arrangements, completes expense reports for staff attorneys. Searches through files, Legal Department database, Legal library, and other records and/or databases for information needed in completing daily work. Distributes information as necessary. Maintains logs for various purposes and/or maintains tickler system/files. Performs other duties as assigned. Please submit your resume by Thursday, September 25, 2008 to resume@ChicagoLatinoNetwork.com. Service Manager I Focus One - McCormick Place MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: An Associate's Degree in Business, Communication, Management or related area with minimum of one (1) year of experience in a customer service environment preferred, OR High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of four (4) years experience in a customer service environment. Must have demonstrated success/experience in handling customer disputes directly or via telephone. Must have excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication as well as excellent organizational skills with proven ability to prioritize effectively. Must be a team player with a professional and pleasant demeanor. Must be proficient in data entry, Word and have a strong math aptitude. Must be able to work flexible work hours commensurate with event schedules and event needs. Must be capable and willing to do excessive walking and lifting of up to 20 pounds. DUTIES: Assists in answering incoming customer calls and offers resolution to customer problems, acting as a source of information for customers in resolving their complaints. Assists in performing event preparation duties, including making calls to customers, marking and coloring floor plans and preparing flyers. Assists in setting up a Service Desk including organizing inventory, connecting all equipment, operating all Service Desk equipment. Assists in performing all floor duties including preparing soft sheets, distributing all event materials, interacting with customers and trade foreman, reading floor maps/prints, identifying problems with troubleshooting event floor and communicating effectively with Service Desk/Show Management. Assists in performing invoicing and collection, resolving disputes and unfavorable survey results, proper handling of payments received and closing out of event as needed and/or directed. Assist in performing desk duties, including operating all equipment; identifying floor ports and services available by building. May act as a lead on small shows. Performs other duties and assignments as requested. Please submit your resume by Monday, September 29 2008 to resume@ChicagoLatinoNetwork.com. The American Academy of Pediatrics E-Learning Services Support Assistant The American Academy of Pediatrics has an excellent opportunity available for an experienced customer service professional to provide customer service, project and administrative support to the Division of E-Learning. The selected individual will serve as the liaison to our E-Learning customers by responding to inquiries and providing basic technical assistance to subscribers. Qualified candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent (some college level courses preferred), and at least 2 years of customer service experience with at least 1 year of Web or database maintenance/tech support. Additionally, they must have excellent communication, organizational and problem solving skills, along with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and autonomously. Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office and basic database retrieval needed. We offer a competitive salary with an exceptional and comprehensive benefits package. Please send your resume and salary requirements referencing position HR/CLN/140 to: American Academy of Pediatrics Attn: Human Resources 141 Northwest Point Blvd. Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 FAX: (847) 228-5099 E-MAIL: resumes@aap.org Scholarly Journals Marketing Specialist Seeking a marketing guru who loves to think about strategy and can take a project from conception to completion to join our Division of Scholarly Journals and Professional Periodicals. Reporting to the Manager, Scholarly Journals Marketing this individual will help develop and implement marketing campaigns in order to retain and grow customer base, increase revenue, and build brand recognition. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in marketing, advertising, or related discipline, or an equivalent combination of related education and work experience, at least 3 years of integrated marketing experience, including direct mail, e-marketing, copywriting, creative direction, and production coordination required, proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point), Adobe Acrobat, and Photoshop required, as well as, familiarity with HTML, Dreamweaver, and electronic survey tools. Must be able to manage multiple deadlines, work independently and as a team, and have excellent project and time management, communication, and interpersonal skills. Travel and some weekend work required. We offer a competitive salary with an exceptional and comprehensive benefits package. Please send your resume and salary requirements referencing position HR/CLN/276 to: American Academy of Pediatrics Attn: Human Resources 141 Northwest Point Blvd. Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 FAX: (847) 228-5099 E-MAIL: resumes@aap.org Senior Research Associate The nation's leading advocacy organization for children's health has an excellent opportunity in our Division of Health Services Research for an individual who has interest in a variety of child health issues. The chosen candidate will be responsible for the development, implementation, and analysis of health services research projects focusing on resident training, health literacy, and other pediatric topics, and will be responsible for administering the AAP Institutional Review Board. Qualified candidates will have a Master's in social science or health related field (doctorate preferred) and at least 5 years experience with health services including survey design, statistical analysis (SPSS experience preferred), manuscript development, and grant writing. Some travel to professional meetings required. We offer a competitive salary with an exceptional and comprehensive benefits package. Please send your resume and salary requirements referencing position HR/CLN/272 to: American Academy of Pediatrics Attn: Human Resources 141 Northwest Point Blvd. Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 FAX: (847) 228-5099 E-MAIL: resumes@aap.org Recruiter (Part time) The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), the nation's leading advocacy organization for children's healthcare, has an excellent opportunity for a personable and professional Recruiter seeking a part-time schedule (22.5 hours/wk.) to conduct recruitment and related activities in the Division of Employment and Employee Relations. Reporting to the Manager, Employment Services, this individual will conduct all aspects of recruitment for assigned positions, including ad development and placement, interviewing, offer negotiation, professional reference checking, and document retention. Must be able to execute cost effective and creative recruitment and placement activities in accordance with applicable laws and AAP policy, maintain positive relationships with hiring managers and candidates, represent the AAP at various job fairs, and serve as primary back-up for new hire orientation. Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or related field, or equivalent work experience, at least 3 years experience in all aspects of recruitment, including senior level positions, must be well-versed in employment law related to recruitment and hiring, have superb communication, organizational, and follow-up skills, and be proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel) and E-mail. We offer a competitive salary with an exceptional and comprehensive benefits package. Please send your resume and salary requirements referencing position HR/CLN/470 to: American Academy of Pediatrics Attn: Human Resources 141 Northwest Point Blvd. Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 FAX: (847) 228-5099 E-MAIL: resumes@aap.org Program Assistant (Grant Funded) The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), the nation's leading advocacy organization for children's healthcare, seeks a well-organized and detail-oriented administrative support individual to provide assistance for the Julius B. Richmond Center of Excellence (RCE) staff focusing on the topic area of tobacco prevention and control. We seek someone who has had at least 2 years of administrative support experience to carry out the duties and responsibilities of this role, such as, coordinating travel arrangements, preparing and disseminating agenda materials, correspondence, reports, minutes, proposals, and other materials, scheduling appointments and coordinating meetings, copying, faxing, and provide project assistance as needed. Ideal candidates will have a solid proficiency in computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), have a strong administrative background, meeting planning experience, and be highly flexible, accurate, and show initiative. We offer a competitive salary with an exceptional and comprehensive benefits package. Please send your resume and salary requirements referencing position HR/CLN/537 to: American Academy of Pediatrics Attn: Human Resources 141 Northwest Point Blvd. Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 FAX: (847) 228-5099 E-MAIL: resumes@aap.org Division Coordinator The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), the nation's leading advocacy organization for children's health care, is seeking a sharp, forward thinking individual who is extremely organized, takes initiative, and can coordinate multiple schedules and activities within our busy department. Reporting to the Director, Division of Scholarly Journals & Professional Periodicals, this role is the first line of assistance to those seeking division information. Key duties include: coordinate all schedules, meetings and travel arrangements; attend weekly staff meetings, take minutes and summarize discussion points; process and maintain key contract agreements; coordinate division budget and expense reports; compile and ship materials; and organize and maintain division paper and electronic files as required. The ideal candidate for this role will have a high school diploma (with some college course work in business preferred), and a minimum of 5 years office experience in progressively responsible positions. Previous experience in an association or medical setting helpful. Essentials skills include: exceptional word processing skills experience with spreadsheet (MS Word, Excel); willingness to learn new applications; excellent organizational and communication skills; ability to work independently and follow through on assigned tasks, and the ability to work well with a variety of people. Some overtime, travel and weekend meeting attendance required. We offer a competitive salary with an exceptional and comprehensive benefits package. Please send your resume and salary requirements referencing position HR/CLN/121 to: American Academy of Pediatrics Attn: Human Resources 141 Northwest Point Blvd. Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 FAX: (847) 228-5099 E-MAIL: resumes@aap.org Grant Accountant The American Academy of Pediatrics has an excellent opportunity in our Department of Finance for a seasoned accountant to be responsible for grant, contract, and restricted funds accounting functions. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: updating and maintaining grant document files, database fields, tables and codes; completing and submitting grant and contract federal reports; reviewing information from staff for analysis of variances in related reports; preparing monthly journal entries; preparing monthly salary allocations reports; monitoring and administering new and on-going grants and contracts; preparing invoices and key reports; reviewing budget narratives; and assisting in the review and audit of grant subcontractors. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, or a related field with some accounting coursework. Three to five years accounting experience required, including strong working knowledge of journal entries, database management, and integrated accounting software. Familiarity with grant accounting and grants management software preferred. Experience working with federal, foundation, and other grant and contract agreements highly desirable. Excellent organizational, interpersonal, communication, PC (MS Office), accounting software, and database management skills required. Must maintain a high level of accuracy, secure confidential information, and be able to work both independently and as part of a team. Some travel and weekend work required. We offer a competitive salary with an exceptional and comprehensive benefits package. Please send your resume and salary requirements referencing position HR/CLN/334 to: American Academy of Pediatrics Attn: Human Resources 141 Northwest Point Blvd. Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 FAX: (847) 228-5099 E-MAIL: resumes@aap.org Please visit our Web site for more information about the AAP. The AAP offers an excellent work environment, competitive salary, and a very comprehensive benefits package. Additionally, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V) that values the strength diversity brings to our workplace. As a reaffirmation to our employee-focused culture, in 2005 & 2006 the AAP was named one of the 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work for in the Chicagoland area. BIRTHDAYS Featured Events| Events| Career Opportunities| Miscellaneous SEPTEMBER Maria T. Guerrero-Suarez - September 18 Antonio Lugo Sr. - September 18 Enedino Rodriguez, Jr. - September 18 Soledad Ruiz - September 18 Katarina Visnevska - September 18 Queta Bauer - September 19 Susana De Luna - September 19 Adriana Leon - September 19 Vilma Luciano - September 19 Grisel Rodriguez Morales - September 19 Maricela Avila - September 20 M. Mercedes Badia-Tavas - September 20 Jeno J. 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