2nd Annual Jobapalooza

Saturday November 29, 2008, 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Giovanni's, 610 North Bell School Road, Rockford
Sponsored by Rockford Area Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM)
Expected participating exhibitors to include Hamilton Sundstrand, Amcore Bank, Rockford Health System, Alpine Bank, OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, Danfoss, Haldex, Trekk and Cumulus
For More Information: Rockford Area Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM), 815-961-0500
Email: Michael@workplacestaffing.com

Assistant Site Manager - Rockford & Waukegan

Center for Economic Progress
www.idealist.org/en/job/318000-5
Illinois
Salary: $10.00 @ hour
Last day to apply: November 26, 2008

Atlas Employment Services, IDES office

Tuesdays November 25 & December 2, 2008, 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Burbank IDES Office, 5608 W 75th Place, Burbank
Information: Atlas Employment Services will be recruiting for general laborers, assemblers and forklift operators. The positions are located in Chicago and Schiller Park area.

Census Bureau Jobs

2010 Census Employment Opportunities

The Census Bureau will hire thousands of people to conduct the 2010 Census. The Chicago Region will open 11 temporary Early Local Census Offices (ELCOs) in Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin in late 2008. Hiring will begin in the fall of 2008 and early 2009. An additional 25 temporary Local Census Offices (LCOs) will open in late 2009 with peak hiring taking place
in the spring of 2010.
Use this Employment Package checklist [PDF] to ensure you have provided all the required documents for applying for a position. For salary information and qualification requirements, select the position.

Child Care Assistant

Blue Gargoyle Community Services
www.idealist.org/en/job/315964-62
Chicago, Illinois
Last day to apply: November 3, 2008

Child Care Director at Marillac Social Center
Daughters of Charity Ministries of Chicago
http://www.idealist.org/en/job/312264-296
Chicago, Illinois
Salary: Based on experience and education. Comparable to NAEYC-accredited programs.
Last day to apply: November 24, 2008

Clinical Consultant - Child Services (Part-Time)

Heartland Alliance for Human Needs & Human Rights
www.idealist.org/en/job/316469-266
Chicago, Illinois
Last day to apply: December 26, 2008

Craft Cottage Coordinator (Part Time)

Mercy Home for Boys & Girls of Chicago
www.idealist.org/en/job/317036-182
Chicago, Illinois
Last day to apply: December 30, 2008

Development Assistant
Daughters of Charity Ministries of Chicago
http://www.idealist.org/en/job/312270-232
Chicago, Illinois
Salary: Based on experience.
Last day to apply: November 24, 2008

Development Director

Centro San Bonifacio of Chicago
www.idealist.org/en/job/317694-138
Chicago, Illinois
Salary: Compensation: (negotiable) depending on relevant professional experience
Last day to apply: December 8, 2008

Director of Administration

Resolution Systems Institute
www.idealist.org/en/job/318034-149
Chicago, Illinois
Salary: Salary for this position is $26-30,000, with an excellent benefits package.
Last day to apply: December 1, 2008

Director of Development
Cambodian Association of Illinois
http://www.idealist.org/en/job/312257-93
Chicago, Illinois
Salary: Commensurate with experience.
Last day to apply: November 15, 2008

Director, Post-Baccalaureate Program in School Librarianship

Illinois State University, Milner Library
Director, Post-Baccalaureate Program in School Librarianship

Seeking a proactive and innovative librarian to serve as director for new Post-Baccalaureate Certificate Program in School Librarianship.
Full-time, 12-month, tenure-track position reporting to the Associate Dean for Public Services.

Responsibilities: The management of all aspects of the Post-Baccalaureate Certificate Program in School Librarianship. Teaching courses in the program. Key working relationships on campus include those with the Department of Curriculum & Instruction and the Graduate School. The Director, as a member of Milner Library's Public Services Division, participates in collection development, reference and instruction activities. Shares in library and university governance; and pursues scholarship and service to fulfill tenure requirements.

Qualifications required: ALA-accredited master's; second advanced degree required for tenure; experience in a school library setting; excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills Also preferred: knowledge of instructional design and assessment; ability to teach in an online environment; capacity to work with a wide variety of individual and organizational constituents, ranging from students to academic departments to the State Board of Education

Salary and benefits: $60,000 as assistant professor, negotiable depending on education and qualifications. 24 days of vacation and 11 paid holidays per year.

Application Deadline: Initial review of applications will begin on January 5, 2009 and continue until position is filled.

Preferred beginning date: July 1, 2009

To apply: Submit letter of application, resume, and the names of three references to: Library Science Director Search Committee, Illinois State University, Milner Library, Campus Box 8900, Normal, Illinois 61790-8900 or email skwetze@ilstu.edu. Illinois State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity university encouraging diversity.

The Federal Aviation Association is taking applications for air traffic controller school.

FAA has an online employment application system called ASAP. When air traffic controller specialist and other FAA jobs are open, they are listed on the FAA Career Opportunities page. All applicants must use this system to apply for air traffic controller specialist positions.

Federal Opportunity for Engineering and Computer Science/IT Majors

Department of Transportation
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
Minority Serving Institutions (MSI) Intern Program

The Washington Center is pleased to announce an opportunity for students to participate in a fully-funded (plus stipend) internship program with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Selected students will have the opportunity to intern for FAA offices and participate in an experiential training program. Student participants will gain relevant skills and knowledge, explore career options within the Department of Transportation and other federal agencies, and develop a greater awareness of the role of the federal government. Internship sites for the fall 2009 semester are in Washington , D.C.

Qualifications

Be a currently enrolled student in an accredited college or university
Be of junior status or above (60 academic credit hours) at the time of the internship
Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
Be a U.S. citizen
Complete all components of the application packet
All students who meet these criteria are eligible to apply; however, Native American and Asian American students, as well as students with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply

Desired Majors
Engineering (all fields)
Computer Science/Information Technology
Compensation

Selected students will receive The Washington Center program fee and housing fee at no charge and receive a substantial weekly stipend. Students have the option of living in fully-furnished housing facilities within blocks of the DC metro line. If students choose not to live in Washington Center provided housing, the stipend is increased. All stipends are based on a 36 hour work week and payroll is distributed on the 15th and 30th of each month. The Washington Center is the official employer and must have the I-9 and W-4 tax forms on file. Direct deposit is available.

Dates and Deadlines
Application Deadline will remain open until positions are filled. Positions are competitive and students are encourage to apply as soon as possible.

Application Instructions

Students interested in applying only to the Department of Transportation FAA Internship Program, and not other opportunities at The Washington Center, must apply for the program via The Washington Center’s on-line application. Students can link directly to instructions for the on-line application at: ­https://secure.twc.edu/twc/default.jsp . After creating an account and entering the online application, students must select option 2 on the first page and then “Federal Aviation Administration” from the drop down box labeled “Government Scholarship Program applying to.” Students who apply only to this program using the online application are exempt from paying the $60 application fee. Please direct questions about the application to enrollment services at enrollment@twc.edu.

For more information about Department of Transportation FAA Internship Program please contact Danielle Gaquin at 202-238-7906 or danielleG@twc.

Grant Developer

Chicago Public Schools, Department of External Resources
www.idealist.org/en/job/315984-102
Chicago, Illinois
Salary: $62,000 - $75,000
Last day to apply: November 24, 2008

Grant Writer / Administrative Assistant
San Lucas Workers Center
http://www.idealist.org/en/job/312291-206
Chicago, Illinois
Salary: $27,000-$29,000
Last day to apply: November 24, 2008

Group Worker
Casa Central
http://www.idealist.org/en/job/311848-125
Chicago, Illinois
Salary: Based on experience
Last day to apply: November 22, 2008

Human Resources Assistant

Mercy Home for Boys & Girls of Chicago
www.idealist.org/en/job/317037-216
Chicago, Illinois
Last day to apply: December 30, 2008

LOOKING TO HIRE A FEW GOOD TUTORS

Chesterfield Community Council is looking to hire tutors in the areas of reading, writing, math & science. These individuals will staff our ACT Test Prep Program.

You must have previous tutoring experience and a 4-year college degree.

Classes will be held on Saturdays.

Salary: $25.00 per hour.

All interested individuals should e-mail a cover letter, resume & three(3)references to chesterfield@ameritech.net ; Subject: ACT Program

Manager - Specialized Care for Immigrant Youth (SCIY) Program

Heartland Alliance for Human Needs & Human Rights
www.idealist.org/en/job/316448-293
Chicago, Illinois
Last day to apply: December 26, 2008

Manager of Corporate Initiatives
Alzheimer's Association, Greater Illinois Chapter
http://www.idealist.org/en/job/312251-226
Chicago, Illinois
Salary: $60,000
Last day to apply: November 24, 2008

Manager of New School Programs

Renaissance Schools Fund
www.idealist.org/en/job/316069-258
Chicago, Illinois
Salary: Commensurate with experience. Excellent health benefits, pension plan and life insurance.
Last day to apply: December 22, 2008

Manager of Resource Development, Leadership and Operations

American Red Cross of Greater Chicago
www.idealist.org/en/job/316412-83
Chicago, Illinois
Last day to apply: December 26, 2008

Manager of School Selection and Development

Renaissance Schools Fund
www.idealist.org/en/job/316068-225
Chicago, Illinois
Salary: Commensurate with experience. Excellent health benefits, pension plan and life insurance.
Last day to apply: December 22, 2008

Manager of Specialized Care for Immigrant Youth (SCIY) Program

Heartland Alliance for Human Needs & Human Rights
www.idealist.org/en/job/316446-226
Chicago, Illinois
Last day to apply: December 26, 2008

Medicaid / Medicare Specialist

Council for Jewish Elderly
www.idealist.org/en/job/317672-131
Chicago, Illinois
Last day to apply: January 5, 2009

Title: Outreach Worker

Summary Description of Position:
The Chicago Project for Violence Prevention is working with community based organizations to implement Operation CeaseFire. CeaseFire is a coordinated strategy to address shootings in Chicago. Skilled Outreach Workers are the implementers of this strategy, providing intervention, prevention, and support services for high- risk individuals in the neighborhoods.

Duties Include:
• Outreach to the community (individually and as a team member) to build strong relationships with youth, residents, CAPS, businesses, and community groups.
• Identification of youth who are gang members and those at-risk for joining gangs and intervening in their lives through case management to aid in solving current problems and preventing future ones.
• Serving as linkages and support for individuals to enhance their assistance and use of opportunities and programs in the community (job programs, GED, drug treatment, and mentoring).
• Advocating for youth through court testimonies, when necessary.
• Organizing responses to shootings and increasing visibility when shootings/killings take place (developing networks with other outreach program workers to coordinate an inclusive and strategic response).
• Investigating causes of shootings/killings to assist in mediating situations and preventing retaliation between individuals and groups (working with the community, outreach programs and CPD to gain information that may be helpful in preventing additional killings).
• Identification and diffusing “hot spots” for shootings and violence (conducting eyeball surveys with residents and CBOs to identify areas frequented by potential offenders).
• Attending and participating in meetings with law enforcement, community outreach workers, prosecution, probation, and agencies providing opportunities, to discuss recent situations and coordinate efforts collectively to stop the killing.
• Responding to shootings in other communities, when necessary.
• Documenting detailed client case notes and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
• Extensive experience working with at-risk youth and gang members
• Excellent communication skills
• Experience or training in crisis intervention
• Knowledge of Chicago communities
• Valid Illinois driver’s license, insurance, and good driving record

To Apply:
Submit Resume and Cover Letter to ONE, 4648 North Racine Chicago, IL 60640
fax: 773-769-0729, or email stacy@onechicago.org; or apply in person.

Overnight Youth Care Worker (Part Time)

Mercy Home for Boys & Girls of Chicago
www.idealist.org/en/job/317035-149
Chicago, Illinois
Last day to apply: December 30, 2008

Part Time Youth Care Worker (Girls Campus)
Mercy Home for Boys & Girls of Chicago
http://www.idealist.org/en/job/312222-249
Chicago, Illinois
Last day to apply: November 24, 2008

Program Director for Southeast Asia

Zakat Foundation
www.idealist.org/en/job/317742-128
Chicago, Illinois
Last day to apply: November 30, 2008

Program Manager

Mercy Home for Boys & Girls of Chicago
www.idealist.org/en/job/317034-116
Chicago, Illinois
Last day to apply: December 30, 2008

Recruitment for ManPower International, IDES office

Tuesday December 9, 2008, 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Burbank IDES Office, 5608 W 75th Place, Burbank
Manpower International will be recruiting to fill various industrial laborer positions in the Alsip area. Position requires a clear criminal background check and drug screen. Must have reliable transportation as no public transportation is available.

Title: Site Supervisor

Summary of Description
The Chicago Project for Violence Prevention is working with community based organizations to implement an initiative called Operation CeaseFire. CeaseFire is a coordinated rapid response to shootings in specific CeaseFire Zones in Chicago. This effort is a comprehensive approach to reduce killings in Chicago by 50%. This position will be based at a community-based organization.

Duties Include:
• Supervising staff of outreach workers while maintaining small client caseload
• Outreaching to the community to build strong relationships with youth, residents, businesses, and community groups
• Identifying youth who are gang members and those at-risk for joining gangs and intervening in their lives to aid in solving current problems and preventing future ones
• Serving as linkages and support for individuals to enhance their assistance and use of opportunities and programs in the community (job programs, GED, drug treatment, mentoring and counseling)
• Advocating for youth through court testimonies, when necessary
• Increasing visibility when shootings/killings take place (developing networks with other outreach program workers to coordinate an inclusive and strategic response)
• Investigating causes of shootings/killings to assist in mediating situations and preventing retaliation between individuals and groups (working with the community, outreach programs and CPD to gain information that may be helpful in preventing additional killings)
• Identifying and diffusing “hot spots” for shootings and violence (conducting eyeball surveys with residents and CBOs to identify areas frequented by potential offenders)
• Attending and participating in meetings with law enforcement, community outreach workers, prosecution, probation, and agencies providing opportunities, to discuss recent situations and coordinate efforts collectively to stop the killing
• Facilitating violence prevention and life skills workshops in local schools, parks, and CBOs
• Documenting detailed client case notes and overall coordination of all staff reports.

Qualifications:
• BS in a Human Services field (i.e., Sociology, Social Work, etc.) or equivalent experience
• Extensive experience working with at-risk youth and gang members
• Excellent communication skills
• Experience and/or training in crisis intervention and staff supervision
• Valid Illinois driver’s license, insurance, and good driving record

To Apply:
Submit Resume and Cover Letter to ONE, 4648 North Racine Chicago, IL 60640
fax: 773-769-0729, or email stacy@onechicago.org; or apply in person.

Therapist
Mercy Home for Boys & Girls of Chicago
http://www.idealist.org/en/job/312193-275
Chicago, Illinois
Last day to apply: November 24, 2008

Training Coordinator

Coalition of African, Arab, Asian, European and Latino Immigrants of Illinois
www.idealist.org/en/job/316746-227
Chicago, Illinois
Salary: Based on Experience
Last day to apply: December 28, 2008

Web Developer & Communications Associate

Zakat Foundation
idealist.org/en/job/316447-260
Chicago, Illinois
Salary: Negotiable
Last day to apply: November 20, 2008

Youth Care Worker

Mercy Home for Boys & Girls of Chicago
www.idealist.org/en/job/317033-82
Chicago, Illinois
Last day to apply: December 30, 2008