Chicago Latino Network E-Newsletter In our 8th year, we are the LEADERS and TRENDSETTERS in E-Networking over 33,000 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. FEATURED CAREER OPPORTUNITY More Career Opportunities City Colleges of Chicago Director, Child Development Center Impact the lives of students and children by directing the operations of a Laboratory Preschool in a Higher Education setting. Work closely with the Child Development Faculty and staff to implement a model training environment for students to observe and practice; and to ensure a nurturing environment for children. Bring your experience to City Colleges of Chicago and discover the benefits of collaborating with an academic degree program. Candidates must have a Master's Degree in Child Development, Early Childhood, or related field, plus 5 years experience as Director and/or administrator in a center serving young children. We may consider candidates with a Bachelor's degree, while working on a Master's Degree, with at least 8 years of experience as a center director and/or administrator. Teacher, Child Development Center Can you lead, mentor and supervise classroom teams while maintaining a nurturing and respectful environment for children and their families? If so, take a closer look at our Child Development Center vacancies. We are looking for Teachers to develop and implement child centered, play-based curriculum. Candidates must be able to provide a safe environment for children, ensuring attention to classroom health, hygiene, nutrition, and wellbeing. Bachelor's Degree in Child Development, Early Childhood, or equivalent AND an Illinois Type 04 teaching certificate. In addition, two years experience working with preschool children. All CCC employees are required to adhere to CCC Customer Service Excellence standards. Visit our website for detailed information. We offer highly competitive salaries and excellent benefits. City of Chicago residency is required for all full time employees within 6 months of hire. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. FEATURED EVENTS Events| Career Opportunities| Miscellaneous| Birthdays Rotary Club of Chicago and Chicago Latino Network co-host luncheon with Cook County Circuit Court Associate Judge Jesse Reyes A former attorney for the City of Chicago and Chicago Public Schools, Reyes in 2006 became the first Latino to lead the Illinois Judges Association, a 1,000-member organization that educates the public about the judicial system. Just 16 years ago, Latinos had only one chance out of 300 to see one of their own on the bench if they brought a case to Cook County Circuit Court. Reyes' accomplishments are all the more noteworthy given that his origins were as unassuming as his manner of jurisprudence is today. Raised and schooled in Chicago's Pilsen and Bridgeport neighborhoods, he was the oldest of four children and the only one to attend college. His stepfather Juan Reyes worked as a foreman for a plate glass company, while his mother Christina kept the family home where she still lives today. Tuesday, January 15, 2008 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. Union League Club, 5th floor 65 W. Jackson Blvd. Chicago, IL Cost for Chicago Latino Network members: $25. Cost for guests: $30. Click here to RSVP. Lawyers for Iris Y. Martinez Reception Hosted by Beatriz Santiago and Susana Darwin Tuesday, January 15, 2008 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Coco 2733 W. Division Chicago, IL Donation: $50 (Appetizers and 2 hour open bar included). For further information or to RSVP please contact Beatriz Santiago: (773) 569-0548 or email: santiagob@aol.com or Sonia Sanchez: (773) 384-2020 or email: friendsofirism@att.net. Please make checks to: Friends of Iris Y. Martinez P.O. Box 47438 Chicago, IL 60647 Political contributions are not tax deductible. A copy of our report filed with the State Board of Elections is or will be available for purchase from the State Board of Elections, Springfield, Illinois. Live Latin Music Every Wednesday at Carnivale Fandanguero Wednesday, January 16, 2008 7:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Carnivale 702 W. Fulton Market Chicago, IL FREE admission Special Advance Screening of "Cloverfield" "Cloverfield" opens nationwide on Friday, January 18, 2008 Wednesday, January 16, 2008 7:30 p.m. The following people won a complimentary pair of passes to the Special Advance Screening: Catherine Adorno-Centeno, Raul Alcala, Eduardo Arabu, Valerie Arce, Eneida Balzarin, Elizabeth Bautista, Manuel Blanco, Dulce Camacho, Christina Campos, Esmeralda Carmona, Angel Castelan, Francisco Chajon, Marylin Cortes, Jesus J. Diaz, Araceli Favela, Maribel Favela, Rubi Fernandez, Alejandro Garcia, Kara Gibson, Edgar Gutierrez, Hugo Hernandez, Desiree Kettler, Veronica Loewy, Jeanette Lozada, Nathaniel Maldonado, Cheyla Martinez, Melinda Martinez, Zulma Matias, Jose Medina, Monica Medina, Erik Mejia, Aida Melendez, Maria Ortega, Teresa Paredes, Cindy Perales, Columba Quintana, Nohemi Ramirez, Aurelio Rivera, Claudia Rodriguez, Gerardo Rodriguez, Veronica Rodriguez, Erika Rojas, Jose Alberto Ruiz Jacome, Alejandro Salgado, Vanessa Salinas, Anthony Sanchez, Bertha Serrano, Ana M. Torres, Elizabeth Vazquez, Martha Villacis TARGET and The Chicago Chamber Musicians in collaboration with Chicago Shakespeare Theater proudly present Classical Idol! an hour-long interactive concert for ages 4 and up Three chamber ensembles The Stylish Strings (violins, viola, cello), The Brilliant Brass (trumpets, horn, trombone, tuba) and The Whimsical Winds (flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, horn) compete to win the most applause by playing music from Argentina, Czechoslovakia, France, Italy, Mexico and Poland. Who will win? It's up to you! Oboe player from The Whimsical Winds surrounded by students from Boone Elementary Four performances only Saturday & Sunday, January 19 & 20, 2008 10:00 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. Chicago Shakespeare Theater on Navy Pier 800 E. Grand Ave. Chicago, IL Meet the artists in the lobby between the concerts at 11:00 a.m. both days and learn about the instruments from young musicians! $15 (children 12 and under); $18 adults. (312) 595-5600; www.chicagoshakes.com. Chicago Latino Network subscribers receive $2 off! Call Chicago Shakespeare Theater's Box Office and mention promotion code 4985 to receive your discount. Valid for all performances January 19-20. Limit 4 discounted tickets. Offer subject to availability and cannot be used in combination with any other offers or on previously purchased tickets. Online Media Sponsor Alivio Medical Center 2008 Dinner Celebration Alivio Medical Center is a "safety net" provider for the many low-income and marginalized residents of its nine communities. Meeting the primary health care needs of Spanish speaking, predominantly Mexican immigrants who currently fall through the cracks of the health care system, Alivio provides high-quality, culturally sensitive, comprehensive medical care for those whose income, lack of health coverage or other social and economic vulnerabilities limit their ability to access mainstream medical care. Alivio's bilingual bicultural providers serve all patients regardless of their ability to pay. Every January Alivio Medical Center holds a benefit and celebrates its communities and its patients. The purpose of this event is to raise unrestricted funds that will support Alivio's programs and services. In turn, these programs and services provide Alivio's communities with quality, culturally sensitive education, outreach, treatment and care. This year's Una Presencia Activa Award is being presented to Carlos M. Azcoitia, Ph.D. for his extraordinary commitment to children, families, healthcare and educational reform. Music by Sones de Mexico, 2007 Grammy and Latin Grammy Nominees Event Co-Chairs Thursday, January 24, 2008 Renaissance Chicago Hotel, Grand Ballroom One W. Wacker Dr. Chicago, IL For Tickets and Sponsorship Opportunities, please visit www.aliviomedicalcenter.org. Alivio Medical Center's 2008 Dinner Celebration is generously supported by the following Corporate Sponsors: Platino Sponsors Oro Sponsors Plata Sponsors Online Media Sponsor Shedd Aquarium Art Sharks Shedd Aquarium is hosting it's first ever Art Sharks event. It's a mad-dash for original art work and each couple will go home with a new, original masterpiece. Nearly 400 affluent and philanthropic guests will be at the Aquarium to enjoy cocktails and a viewing of the art followed by dinner and a dash for art. Each couple will receive a program book as they enter which will highlight all of the artists' who are participating in the event, as well as various Chicago galleries, organizations, companies and artists. Friday, February 8, 2008 6:00 p.m. Shedd Aquarium 1200 S. Lake Shore Dr. Chicago, IL The Shedd Aquarium Art Sharks committee is selling a limited amount of ad space for the event. Ads can be placed from a business card-sized ad for $250 to a front or back page cover ad for $5,000. If you are interested in purchasing ad space, please call Elizabeth Tulipana at (312) 692-3156 for details. For more information about the Art Sharks event, or to purchase tickets, please visit www.sheddaquarium.org/artsharks. Online Media Sponsor 2008 Well-Read Ball The Literacy Chicago Associate Board invites you to attend the 3rd annual, 2008 Well-Read Ball. We are excited to have best-selling author Scott Turow as the keynote speaker, and journalist and TV commentator Nancy Giles as MC. The evening will feature cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, dinner, live music and dancing, silent auction, and a program that highlights the important service Literacy Chicago provides to address the need for literacy and adult education. Please join us for what is always a wonderful, sparkling gala! Saturday, February 9, 2008 6:30 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. Galleria Marchetti 825 W. Erie St. Chicago, IL For tickets, please click here. Online Media Sponsor Hephaestus: A Greek Mythology Circus Tale Created by Lookingglass Artistic Associate Tony Hernandez Story by Tony Hernandez and Lookingglass Ensemble member Heidi Stillman Co-directed by Hernandez and Stillman Co-produced with Silverguy Entertainment The world's elite circus performers--including veteran members of the Wallenda Family, Ringling Bros. and Cirque du Soleil--return to Chicago's Water Tower Water Works for Hephaestus: A Greek Mythology Circus Tale. A world premiere hit for Lookingglass in 2005, Hephaestus is a must-see event for all ages. Evocative storytelling, amazing athleticism and the very highest levels of circus artistry bring the ancient myth of Hephaestus to the high wire in this death-defying retelling. The Chicago Tribune called it "a top-drawer, post-modern, intimate circus show," the Chicago Sun-Times called it a "seamless, ingenious and altogether stunning mix of circus arts, music and theatrical storytelling - Highly Recommended" and Time Out Chicago raved "this is a show for all to see." Thru Sunday, February 24, 2008 Lookingglass Theatre Company Water Tower Water Works 821 N. Michigan Ave. (at Pearson) on the Magnificent Mile Chicago, IL To purchase tickets call our Box Office at (312) 337-0665 or purchase online at lookingglasstheatre.org. Please use code "CLNhephaestus" when ordering. Ticket Winners January 9, 2008 Isabel Cornelio Roberto Cornelio Patricia Esquivel Arturo Martinez Patsy Palacios January 10, 2008 Delia De Avila Araceli Favela Manuel Gallegos Rocio Gallegos Jorge Perez January 11, 2008 Rosalva Diaz Vicki Kleros Jorge Medina John Rosales Leslie Sanabria The Latin American Chamber of Commerce Business After-Hours Networking Event Come enjoy this networking event and indulge yourself with three (3) hours of DeLaCosta hors d'oeuvres and two complimentary specialty cocktails (from 6:00 p.m. - 7:00p.m.). Also, meet author, DeLaCosta owner, Nuevo Latino creator & 1996 James Beard Foundation's Rising Star Chef of the Year Award, Chef Douglas Rodriguez. Wednesday, February 27, 2008 5:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. DeLaCosta Restaurant 465 E. Illinois St. Chicago, IL 60611 Purchase your entrance ticket before Friday, February 15: $20. After Friday, February 15 & at event: $35. All attendees will receive one (1) FREE raffle ticket & a DeLaCosta $25 gift certificate. Additional raffle tickets will be sold for spectacular raffle prizes such as a mini Spa Day, Gift Certificate Therapeutic Massage, Gift Certificate Health Club, and more. For more information, contact the Latin American Chamber of Commerce at (773) 252-5211 or at RSVP@latinamericanchamberofcommerce.com. Online Media Sponsor EVENTS Featured Events| Career Opportunities| Miscellaneous| Birthdays The Urban Health and Diversity Program (UHDP) of the UIC School of Public Health will host its Bi-Annual Conference on Career Opportunities for Minorities in Public Health Commemorating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr's birthday The mission of the Urban Health and Diversity Program is to improve the quality of health care services for medically under-served urban populations, especially those in Health Professions Shortage Areas of Illinois, by expanding health professions education opportunities for underrepresented groups (African Americans, Hispanic Americans, Mainland Puerto Ricans, and Native Americans). The bi-annual conference provides excellent educational opportunities for students and professionals to learn more about the exciting field of public health and relevant career opportunities for minorities, health disparities and their impact on minority communities, and much more. There is something for everyone, including opportunities to meet public health graduate students, faculty and alumni, leads on summer enrichment and internship opportunities etc. Saturday, January 19, 2008 Interested individuals should contact Dorothy Washington-Calvin at (312) 355-2951 or dwashi5@uic.edu. Marquette University at the Chicago Bulls Help support the Marquette Club of Chicago scholarship fundraising efforts by attending two Chicago Bulls games at a one low price! Proceeds go towards scholarships awarded to Chicago-land high school students. Tickets are sold in sets, one to each game, at the face value price of $66 (no fees or shipping costs)! HURRY, tickets are going fast! Chicago Bulls vs. Indiana Pacers Wednesday, January 23, 2008 United Center Chicago Bulls vs. Miami Heat Thursday, February 14, 2008 United Center Cheer for Dwyane Wade, 2006 NBA Finals MVP and former Marquette University basketball player. To purchase tickets, please contact Maureen Krueger at Marquette University Alumni Relations at (800) 344-7544. If you have questions, please contact Sergio D. Trujillo at (414) 559-7609 or sergio.trujillo@abbott.com. Hispanic Women's Forum of Northwest Indiana 17th Annual Scholarship Fundraiser Dinner Dance Saturday, February 9, 2008 6:00 p.m. Villa Cesare 900 Eagleridge Dr. Shererville, IN Donation: $50 (includes complimentary cocktails from 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., dinner and dance). For information, call (219) 614-0674 or (219) 746-7343. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Featured Events| Events| Miscellaneous| Birthdays Mujeres Latinas en Acción Accounting Manager Founded in 1973, Mujeres Latinas en Acción is one of the longest standing Latina nonprofit organizations in the nation. Over the years, Mujeres has developed a comprehensive array of social services and advocacy initiatives that promote nonviolence and leadership development. Mujeres has received the prestigious ORBA Award for Nonprofit Financial Management Excellence; recently moved its main office to a newly renovated 14,000 square foot facility and opened a satellite office in Cicero, Illinois. BASIC FUNCTION: Plans, directs and controls the financial services of the agency, and applies principles of accounting to maintain the accountability of the agency's activities. RESPONSIBILITIES Develops and maintains systems and procedures for agency financial operations, exercising independent judgment in conformity with organization policies and goals. Prepares monthly financial statements for organization. Prepares monthly reports of budget activity regarding support and expenditures and unfunded balances and a statement of cash flow. Prepares annual budget and contract budgets. Prepares monthly reports on grants and contracts. Interacts directly with Finance Committee and Board of Trustees. Reports to CEO and Supervises Bookkeeper Oversees the payroll process including entry of the appropriate journal entries in the agency's computer system. Analyzes the total operation of the agency to determine financial requirements and advises the CEO. Represents the agency on fiscal and accounting matters with outside parties, and interfaces with agency's auditors. Prepares allocation tables for indirect expenses and revenues items as needed. Review open invoices reports, following up with payment or adjustments. Prepares budget revisions as needed and budget variance schedules per fund. Ensures contract compliance with regard to grants and contracts. Prepares reports for and participates in the monthly finance committee and Board meetings. Perform other duties as requested by President/CEO. QUALIFICATIONS The position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting from an accredited college or university. Three to five years of experience. Not-for- profit background preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, Excel, Word and accounting systems. FUND-EZ preferred. Compensation: Compensation competitive, based upon qualifications and experience. Benefits include: health, dental, direct deposit, credit union, cafeteria 125 plan, 403b, paid vacations, life and long-term disability insurance. Address Correspondence to: Claudia Perez 2124 W. 21st Pl. Chicago, IL 60608 Phone: (773) 890-7650 Fax: (773) 890-7652 E-mail: Claudia@mujereslat.org Mujeres Latinas en Acción hires the most qualified candidates without regard to any person's race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, disability national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, military discharge status or source of income. Diageo North America Procurement Manager - Manufacturing Capital Location: Plainfield, IL Purpose: To develop and implement North American Procurement strategy for Capital purchases (equipment, parts, and various Engineering services), while managing the interface with key Diageo stakeholders and suppliers, and establishing / maintaining performance targets. Lead the development of appropriate relationships with key suppliers/partners, and manage relevant sourcing projects implementation. Engage and gain buy in from key internal stakeholders (primarily Engineering, Operations, and Innovation functions) in developing and then implementing Procurement category strategy. Work with Finance and budget holders to commit and then deliver against specific goals as they relate to this category. Decision Making: Global Procurement will be a significant contributor to Diageo's Trading Profit growth and Brand Building. This role is accountable for Diageo North America spend of approximately $60 million, for 6 North America plants and 5 major wineries in the Napa, CA area. Management Responsibility: This role has responsibility for developing and then implementing agreed upon Procurement category strategy for Capital related purchases of Diageo North America. Category strategy development and implementation involves working with multiple internal stakeholder groups to understand the business needs, staying current on category / industry changes globally, and managing financial as well as supply oriented risks. Responsible for making sure that robust supplier management processes are in place for all key suppliers, and appropriate process and sourcing strategy are followed for capital projects. Responsible for driving increased value from supplier relationships within category (which may vary from project-specific purchases or eAuctions, to long-term sourcing relationships) Functional expert on the category for Diageo and required to identify and lead implementation of opportunities on both a strategic and tactical level. Prioritizes and deploys resources against highest value opportunities, both new value and value protection/enhancement. Strong ability to prioritize and focus on delivering business goals. Driving greater innovation through alignment and collaboration of key stakeholders and suppliers. Complexity of Role: Requires working with stakeholders across multiple locations across North America - actual travel within approximately 20% of time. Influences multiple key senior stakeholders across relevant Supply functions. Needs to create the right environment for success against a backdrop of diverse and often conflicting business needs. Ultimately accountable for key external suppliers in the defined categories to maximize long term commercial advantage. Requires an understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment, relevant engineering services, and equipment market dynamics. The role includes management of strategic initiatives across multiple functions and/or locations. Key Outputs / Deliverables: Develop, agree on, and deliver cross-functional Procurement category strategy. Manage and achieve / exceed relevant Procurement performance targets. Establish and maintain correct governance processes and category reporting. In collaboration with stakeholders, ensure effective supplier long-term relationships that create sustainable value for both parties and meet Corporate Citizenship criteria. Experience: Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of procurement/supply chain or relevant commercial experience in a manufacturing/consumer goods environment. Master's degree is preferred, but not required. Some engineering education or experience is preferred, but not required. Functional Capabilities: Knowledge of manufacturing processes, capital equipment & services, and related suppliers/industry. Strong Procurement experience and skills (both strategic and tactical), including analytical abilities, negotiations and influencing skills, knowledge of key Procurement tools - RFPs, eAuctions, etc. Strong project management skills - ability to drive projects from inception, through analysis and stakeholder alignment, to successful completion and reporting of results. Proven track record of consistent performance and delivery (what & how of performance). Demonstrated experience in successful supplier negotiations. Ability to generate good industry insights, relevant to Procurement and Diageo. Proven ability to build effective Supplier relationships. Leadership Capabilities: Good influencing skills and personal impact to gain credibility quickly with senior stakeholders. Ability to establish and successfully manage communication with a variety of senior stakeholders across a global, cross-functional, complex matrix structure. Strong commercial acumen, understanding of the business needs, and quick learning ability. Ability to objectively challenge established practices to stimulate alternative thinking. Good facilitation skills and experience in leading cross-functional change projects. Please submit your resume to resume@ChicagoLatinoNetwork.com. SYSCO Food Services - Chicago, Inc. Marketing Associates (Outside Sales Positions) 250 Wieboldt Dr. Des Plaines, IL 60016 General: SYSCO Foodservices - Chicago is the nation's leading marketer and distributor of food service products to restaurants, hotels, schools, hospitals, caterers and more. We have opportunities in Chicagoland for experienced, motivated professionals to join our outside sales force. Responsibilities: Sell food and foodservice supplies to the "away from home" eating market (restaurants, hotels, caterers, country clubs, etc.). Use your consultative sales ability to prospect and develop new business; expand and increase existing business; increase customer profitability; process customer orders; demonstrate new products; credit management; and assist customers in all aspects of their relationship with SYSCO. Requirements: High school education, graduation from hospitality program and/or extensive food service management experience (3+years) and/or outside sales experience in a fast-paced competitive industry is required. Tenacity and strong relationship building abilities are required. Bilingual (Spanish/English) candidates highly desirable. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. is required. Benefits: We offer extensive training, a competitive commission program, superb promotional incentives and comprehensive benefits. Benefits include: medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, life insurance, short and long-term disability, 401k, pension, stock purchase plan, vacation, employee product purchase plan and much more. To apply for the position listed: Fax resume to (847) 795-6875 Email your resume to hr.chicago@chi.sysco.com SYSCO is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer/AA Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity Commitment: SYSCO Food Services-Chicago, Inc. is committed to the principles of providing equal opportunity and has developed an Affirmative Action Plan to aid in the realization of our goals. Please know of our interest in employing minorities and women, disabled individuals, special disabled veterans and veterans of the Vietnam era. We reaffirm our commitment that job applicants will be treated fairly without regard to their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation and national origin. EOE/AA Join CasaUSA Real Estate Team - Aurora! Where: Opening at 1281 N. Farnsworth, Aurora. Short-term expansion plans include Elgin. Who: We are currently recruiting Managing Brokers, Realtors and Assistants. All Brokers and Realtors must be Illinois State licensed. Ideal qualifications: For Managing Broker - Must possess the ability to assess both seasoned and less-experienced Realtors' strengths and weaknesses and craft customized business plans to maximize their earnings potential. Previous successful sales management experience required along with a strong desire to succeed as a coach to top producers. Ideal candidate is Bilingual (Spanish/English) with excellent communication skills, is extremely energetic, goal-orientated, decisive and looking for long-term growth opportunities with the company. For Realtor - Must possess the ability and the desire to follow a systemized path to becoming a top producer as well as respond well to coaching and have a strong desire to succeed. Ideal candidate is Bilingual (Spanish/English) with excellent communication skills, is extremely motivated, goal-orientated and interested in long-term growth opportunities with the company. For Real Estate Assistant - Must respond well to coaching and have a strong desire to succeed in a team environment. Ideal candidate is Bilingual (Spanish/English) with excellent communication skills, extremely motivated and goal-orientated, interested upward mobility and passionate about real estate. Please contact Heather Bastounes at (312) 375-8073 or heather.bastounes@casausa.us Erikson Institute/Illinois DCFS Early Childhood Division Bilingual Early Childhood Integrated Assessment Screener Erikson Institute is seeking to hire experienced licensed clinical social workers with knowledge of child development and background working with children and families to provide assessment and related services for an ongoing major collaboration with the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services Early Childhood Unit. Through this innovative project, screeners will provide clinical assessments of parents and their children birth to five years of age with the goal of identifying and recommending appropriate services to maximize client functioning. As part of a dynamic team, the integrated assessment (IA) screener will conduct integrated assessment screens and interviews with children, birth and foster parents, and other significant adults, interpret assessment results, and write IA reports. The screener will attend family team meetings to present findings and recommendations for clients who have been identified as at-risk or who demonstrate developmental and/or behavioral difficulties. Screeners will provide ongoing consultation to the caseworkers who are responsible for providing community and social services based on assessment results. Screeners will also maintain and produce statistics, participate in quality assurance activities, and conduct research on IA issues and outcomes. A valid Illinois driver's license is required. Bilingual preferred. Founded in 1966, Erikson Institute is an NCA-accredited, private graduate school in child development, which offers master's degrees, a Ph.D., graduate certificates, and professional development courses in child development and early childhood education. Erikson offers excellent benefits, including health/ dental plans, life/disability insurance, transit stipend, matching retirement contributions. Erikson Institute is an EEO employer. Visit our Web site at www.erikson.edu. Send resume to Administrative Coordinator, DCFS Early Childhood Division, Erikson Institute, 420 N. Wabash Ave., Chicago IL 60611. Fax: (312) 893-7230 Email: sfineout@erikson.edu Women's Business Development Center Bi-lingual Business Counselor/Trainer The Women's Business Development Center, nationally recognized as a leader in creating dynamic programs and policies affecting women's economic status and business ownership, is seeking a Bi-lingual Business Counselor/Trainer to manage and provide business development services for start-up as well as established small business owners. Duties of Business Counselor/Trainer Provide technical assistance/counseling to clients in all aspects of business development: management, marketing, business plan development, operations and finance (English & Spanish) Review/analyze business plans Assist clients with preparation of business plans and financial documents Loan packaging Establish/maintain relationships with area lending institutions; Outreach to Hispanic community organizations; chambers of commerce; churches Outreach to and liaison with Hispanic media Conduct entrepreneurial training workshops in multiple locations (English & Spanish) Maintain client files with appropriate documentation Provide referrals to other appropriate programs and other resources Research and develop materials necessary for client needs Develop marketing strategies for training programs in cooperation with other WBDC staff and consultants Provide training for 12-week workshop series' or other scheduled workshops Coordinate and direct part-time staff and consultants to program Participate in implementation/operation of U. S. Small Business Administration/Office of Women's Business Owners program Participate in implementation/operation of suburban Cook County program Attend appropriate meetings and training related to areas of responsibility Prepare monthly and quarterly program activity reports; prepare economic impact reports as requested and annual report for program Prepare client success stories; contribute to quarterly newsletter Assist in preparation of issue papers/proposals related to areas of responsibility Other duties as indicated or assigned Requirements: Prior business ownership preferred Prior experience providing business counseling and training preferred MBA (preferred) or equivalent degree and experience Excellent oral and written communication skills Strong inter-personal and relationship-building skills Superior organization skills Multi-task ability This position offers an excellent opportunity to have an impact on community and economic development in the Chicago metropolitan area, be a catalyst for positive change, exercise creativity and leadership in an environment that challenges an individual, fosters teamwork and supports professional growth. The WBDC is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a competitive salary and full benefits. Only qualified applicants need apply. E-mail resumes to mangle@wbdc.org. Metropolitan Pier and Exposition Authority (MPEA) Assistant General Manager General Manager's Office - Navy Pier MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A Bachelor's degree or the equivalent of four (4) years of work experience in Business, Management, Sales or Facility Planning is required. Must have a minimum of 7 years of management experience including previous marketing and organizational assessment experience. Prior experience at a convention center venue and in developing and managing large shows is preferred. Must have experience in high-level project management and in all areas of facility/organizational budget preparation and implementation. Demonstrated ability to supervise and to lead is required. Must possess excellent and proven communication and analytical skills with demonstrated problem solving abilities. Experience working in union and/or government environments is highly preferred. DUTIES: In coordination with the General Manager, manages and oversees the overall operation of Navy Pier, including Convention Services, Sales and Events, Guest Services, Entertainment, and Special Events. Directs the preparation and administration of the Navy Pier budget, reviewing and approving various departmental requests and changes. Represents Navy Pier in the absence of the General Manager. Oversees and coordinates all senior level management within the Navy Pier Sales and Events, Entertainment and Special Events and Guest Services areas ensuring the goals of the facility are met. Coordinates communication within all senior level management with respect to meeting operational needs, addressing client needs as well as new marketing ideas regarding the facility and the increase of revenue generating programs. Coordinates dissemination of information to and provides direction to the Corporate Communications and Navy Pier Marketing departments regarding marketing and sales of Festival Hall, the Grand Ballroom and other functional space. Promotes Navy Pier-produced Special Events and Entertainment. Coordinates on-going renovation and construction projects involving changes within the East End facilities. Reviews all Navy Pier license agreements for space prior to the General Manager's signature. Serves as member of the Navy Pier Management Committee. Performs other job related duties as assigned. Please submit your resume by Tuesday, January 15, 2008 to resume@ChicagoLatinoNetwork.com. Project Coordinator General Manager's Office - Navy Pier MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Completion of two year secretarial or Business College, along with a minimum of five (5) years secretarial experience or completion of high school and seven (7) years of related office experience including executive level secretarial work experience is required. Must be able to quickly identify and prioritize critical issues. Must have excellent organizational and strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Must have the ability to type at least 50 WPM accurately and must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel. Must have the ability to handle confidential information. DUTIES: Performs confidential administrative duties for the General Manager and exercises independent judgment in interpreting and releasing such information. Develops and maintains excellent rapport with Navy Pier staff, clients, tenants, contractors, guests and other stakeholders as identified by the General Manager. Coordinates and monitors all projects spearheaded by the General Manager's Office. Coordinates Navy Pier's monthly Board agendas, working with all departments to ensure information inclusion and accuracy. Insures complete telephone coverage and answers the General Manager's telephone, responds to routine inquiries, screens and routes calls, as required, to appropriate department heads. Maintains General Manager's schedule, coordinating meetings, tours and events. Attends meetings as required by the General Manager and conducts appropriate follow up. Coordinates and monitors special projects as assigned by the General Manager. Serves as liaison with MPEA departments, as necessary, for General Manager's office. Performs other work-related duties as assigned by the General Manager. Please submit your resume by Thursday, January 17, 2008 to resume@ChicagoLatinoNetwork.com. Training & Development Manager MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Education, Communication, Training, or related field is strongly preferred or the equivalent in education and experience (4 years) is required. A minimum of five (5) years professional experience in the design, development, and implementation of training programs for a service industry is required. A minimum of two (2) years prior supervisory experience is required. Must have excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Must have excellent organizational skills with the ability to effectively prioritize work to meet deadlines. Must be proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access and must have prior budgetary responsibility. DUTIES: Conducts needs analysis studies and confers with directors, managers, and staff to determine training needs. Compiles data and analyzes past and current year training requirements to prepare budget and justify funds requested. Responsible for compliance to training budget. Formulates MPEA training policies, programs, and schedules based on knowledge of identified training needs, MPEA services processes, business systems, or changes in procedures, services, organization goals, and missions. Organizes and develops training manuals and materials, reference libraries, testing and evaluation documents and procedures, visual aides, and other education materials. Trains or coordinates and oversees the training of assigned staff in effective training techniques and platform presentation in such areas as customer service, PC applications, management development, goal setting, and others. Will monitor performance of any outside trainers. Researches and selects outside consultants and trainers to conduct training in specific topics, as needed. Manages the maintenance of database and hard copy records for all training related activities, such as attendance, quiz scores, evaluations, and feedback. Responsible for the reporting of statistical analysis of all training related activity on a regular basis. Will manage and oversee MPEA Internship Program. Performs other duties as assigned. Please submit your resume by Tuesday, January 29, 2008 to resume@ChicagoLatinoNetwork.com. The American Academy of Pediatrics Manager, Bright Futures Implementation Activities What is the purpose of Bright Futures? The purpose of Bright Futures is to promote and improve infant, child, and adolescent health within the context of family and community. This is done through a variety of mechanisms including material distribution, trainings, and collaboration with other national organizations. If you have a passion for helping pediatric health professionals improve their practices, and can work well with multi-disciplinary groups of professionals, then this role is for you! The Division of Developmental Pediatrics and Preventive Services of the AAP is seeking an organized team player to manage the education and training efforts of our Bright Futures program, and serve as a liaison to both internal and external stakeholders. Qualified candidates will have a bachelor's degree in public health, health education, a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and work experience. (Master preferred); 2-3 years program management experience, including evaluation planning/implementation and grant writing, preferably in a medical association. Experience with Web page maintenance, curriculum development, and delivering presentations and training programs to diverse groups highly desirable. Additionally, the selected candidate will possess excellent organizational, communication, interpersonal and computer skills, and be able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously. Some weekend work and travel required. We offer a competitive salary with an exceptional and comprehensive benefits package. Please send your resume and salary requirements referencing position HR/CLN/414 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 Director, Corporate and Foundation Relations The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), a 501 (c) (3) not-for-profit national health care organization, is seeking an experienced development professional to increase new sources of funding to the AAP from corporate and foundation prospects, and monitor potential grant opportunities from governmental agencies to support ongoing AAP programs and initiatives. Maintain a portfolio of individual gifts prospects and increase funding from these prospects. Reporting to the Development Director, this individual will be responsible for: overseeing corporate and grants programs in collaboration with the Director; research and identify corporate and foundation prospects; maintain a portfolio of approximately 200 major gifts prospects comprised of foundations and corporations with specific cultivation plans; create a plan with measurable goals for acquisition of "new business"; and spend 30%-40% of time out of the office making new contacts and cultivating relationships. A Bachelor's degree in business administration, communications, marketing, or liberal arts required (advanced degree preferred), along with at least 10 years of successful experience in a non-profit, business, or university managing major relationships and/or the acquisition of new business. Experience meeting with individuals one-on-one, as well as with corporate and foundation leadership and government agency reps. Must be able to prioritize and balance multiple responsibilities tasks/projects effectively, and; work effectively in a complex organizational structure; and possess excellent communication, strategic thinking, organization, writing, editing and proofreading skills. Experience using Microsoft Office, research databases, and prospect management software required. Proven success in the area of corporate and foundation relations, particularly in crafting grants to potential funders. Must maintain a valid driver's license and have a car for prospect visits. Position requires nationwide travel. Some evening 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/442 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 Part -Time Manager, Committees & Sections The American Academy of Pediatrics has an exciting part-time opportunity (22.5 hours per week) for an energetic professional to manage the activities of its Section on Infectious Diseases (SOID) and Sections on Hematology/Oncology (SOHO) and Nephrology (SONp). In this key position, the Manager will support the clinical policy, program, and operational activities of the SOID, SOHO and SONp, serve as a technical resource on vaccines and other issues that draw on the clinical expertise of each assigned section, identify and pursue opportunities that advance the advocacy and professional/public education agenda of the AAP, and implement all governance, reporting and communication requirements including newsletter and web page management. Other core duties include developing member alerts, Q and A information, organizing and staffing national committee meetings, managing value-added member programs/projects, and responding to external and internal inquiries. The Manager will engage in a high level of interaction with AAP members/volunteers, government agencies, industry and selected professional societies. Qualified candidates will possess a Masters degree in Public Health or Health Sciences with a working knowledge of immunization practice and its relationship to the management of infectious diseases in children. Previous experience working with federal agencies and private sector advocacy groups a plus. A minimum of three years progressively responsible experience managing health care programs, projects and/or campaigns. Excellent communication, technical writing, time management, and medical editing skills essential. Ability to work independently and within a team environment. Demonstrated ability to undertake and complete multiple assignments simultaneously. Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and Power Point applications. Travel and weekend work also required. Previous association and health policy experience preferred. We offer a competitive salary with an exceptional and comprehensive benefits package. Please send your resume and salary requirements referencing position HR/CLN/527 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 Director, Major Gifts & Planned Giving The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), the nation's leading advocacy organization for children's healthcare, has and excellent opportunity in our Department of Development for an individual to increase new sources of funding for the AAP with special focus on individuals and family foundations to support ongoing AAP programs and new initiatives through major gifts and planned giving, as well as manage endowment initiatives and maintain a portfolio of corporate and corporate foundation prospects. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in business administration, communications, marketing or liberal arts (Advanced degree preferred), 8 -10 years of successful experience in a non-profit, a business or a university managing major relationships, experience in meeting one-on-one with individuals, as well as with corporate and foundation leadership, sales experience a plus, and knowledge of various planned giving options for major donors. Must maintain a valid Illinois driver's license and have a car for donor/prospect visits. Some overnight and weekend travel required. We offer a competitive salary with an exceptional and comprehensive benefits package. Please send your resume and salary requirements referencing position HR/CLN/473 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. MISCELLANEOUS Featured Events| Events| Career Opportunities| Birthdays Kane County Bilingual Election Judges Kane county is in need of about 50 bilingual judges from both parties to help during the February 5 Primary and the general election. The pay is $125 for the entire day. If you would like to volunteer, please contact Jaime Garcia at jgarcia@centrodeinformacion.org. Volunteer Panelists Needed Assist Her, Inc. is an Illinois non-profit organization that is dedicated to raising the awareness of issues and concerns unique to the lives of all girls, primarily Latina and African-American girls, ages 12-18. Assist Her, Inc. offers a variety of programs to its participants that provides insight on "real world" topics such as healthy eating, finances and self-esteem. In February 2008, Assist Her, Inc. will be hosting its Monthly Community Workshop on relationships and teen dating violence. This is where you come in. We are looking for men and teenage boys to serve as panelists on the following panel: "The Raw, The Real: The Male Perspective on Girl/Boy Relationships." We want to offer our girls the opportunity to hear the male point-of-view on dating in today's world from a variety of perspectives. This event is scheduled for Saturday, February 2, 2008. 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