Chicago Latino Network E-Newsletter www.ChicagoLatinoNetwork.com blog.ChicagoLatinoNetwork.com In our 7th year, we are the LEADERS and TRENDSETTERS in E-Networking over 31,000 Chicagoland Latino Professionals! 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. It's hard to predict much about November 2008 from the vantage point of November 2007. But one thing is going to be a demographic certainty: the road to the White House passes through the Latino community. There is no doubt of the scope of Latino electoral clout across the nation, and the momentous consequences of the Latino vote on who wins in 2008 and beyond. Young professionals are key to this clout! We are starting to further energize the Hillary Clinton Campaign in Chicago and Illinois by engaging a diverse group of BlackBerry- or iPhone- wielding young, accomplished, professionals who are concerned about the issues facing our nation. Interested in making a difference? Have an hour a day, an hour a week? Any bit counts! Please send an e-mail message to Jaime_Viteri@hotmail.com for further details. NEW SECTION - TRAVEL! As we continue to grow the Chicago Latino Network and develop verticals for our upcoming e-Latinos.com, we are pleased to launch our new Travel section. Given the affluent demographic of the Chicago Latino Network audience, our online travel section will become a prime property for companies who want to target business and leisure Latino travelers. Initially, we'll start by sharing destination reviews. Each of us takes vacations -- as a member of our online community, share your vacation experiences by sending an e-mail message to travel@ChicagoLatinoNetwork.com. We'll start off...with our latest vacation to Isla Navidad. CONGRATULATIONS! Be! selected the Exclusive Nail Care Line in the Celebrity Gift Bag at the 2007 Latin GRAMMY® Awards Gift Basket! Neli Vazquez-Rowland and Gloria Estefan Be! Products was selected to be the exclusive nail care line in the 2007 Latin GRAMMY® Awards Gift Basket held on November 8, 2007 at the Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas. Neli Vazquez-Rowland, CEO, Be! Products, Inc., also recently received the 2007 Latina Entrepreneur Award at the Chicago Latino Network 2007 Awards Gala. FEATURED EVENTS Miscellaneous| Events| Career Opportunities| Birthdays Don't Miss the Chicago Latino Network Holiday Celebration! National-Louis University and the Chicago Latino Network invite you to a presentation on the report release of Latino Suburban Roundtables: Summary Proceedings The Latino Suburban Roundtables: Summary Proceedings is a publication of the University of Notre Dames Institute for Latino Studies, Center for Metropolitan Chicago Initiatives (ILS-CMCI) and the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus. The Latino Suburban Roundtable: Summary Proceedings brings into focus the kaleidoscope of assets and challenges that Latino population growth has presented in municipalities around the region and plants the seeds for a regional agenda to address the Latino population's integration in the suburbs. This publication is timely and insightful, given that 55% of the Latino population of the Chicago region now lives in suburban municipalities. The publication summarizes the collective wisdom of a diverse group of the regions stakeholders, who engaged in a series of dialogues between March and June of 2007. It provides proposed strategies in the areas of immigrant integration, economic incorporation, housing, education, and social services. Strategies that municipal, community and civic leaders Latino and non-Latino alike can do to ensure a prosperous collective future. PRESENTERS Allert Brown-Gort, Associate Director, Institute for Latino Studies, University of Notre Dame Sylvia Puente, Director, Center for Metropolitan Chicago Initiatives, University of Notre Dame Beth Dever, Housing Director, Metropolitan Mayors Caucus Special thanks to Ana Maria Soto, Executive Director of Latino Initiatives, National-Louis University Monday, November 19, 2007 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. National-Louis University, Atrium (2nd floor) 122 S. Michigan Chicago, IL 60603 Hors d'oeuvres and refreshments will be served. El Instituto Cervantes de Chicago y el Consulado General de la República Argentina en Chicago presentan: "Borges y la Cábala" Instituto Cervantes 31 W. Ohio Chicago, IL 60610 Tel (312) 335-1996 http://chicago.cervantes.es Parking en el edificio $6 con validación. Una serie de eventos culturales que incluyen una exhibición de arte, conferencias y música, programadas para recordar y analizar en profundidad la obra vital de Jorge Luis Borges, así como su relación con la filosofía judía. Lunes 19 de Noviembre, 6:30 p.m. New Tango Ensemble: "Música Judía y Sefardí y Tango" TIckets $20, venta anticipada $15, miembros del IC $10 Martes 20 de Noviembre, 6:30 p.m. New Tango Ensemble: "Concierto de Tango" TIckets $20, venta anticipada $15, miembros del IC $10 Martes 11 de Diciembre, 6:30 p.m. Mesa redonda: "Borges, Argentina y el Judaísmo", a cargo del Rabino Victor Mirelman y el escritor argentino especialista en Borges y judaísmo Marco Ricardo Barnatàn Jueves 13 de Diciembre, 6:30 p.m. Mesa redonda: "Borges: filosofia y actualidad", a cargo del Escritor y filósofo argentino Enrique Lynch y la Directora del Departamento de Español, Francés, Italiano y Portugués de la Universidad de Illinois en Chicago Dianna Niebylski Live Latin Music Every Wednesday at Carnivale Angel Melendez Sextet Wednesday, November 21, 2007 7:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Carnivale 702 W. Fulton Market Chicago, IL FREE admission. 2007 Latino Music Festival - October 28 - December 16 Traditional and new music by Latin American composers will be featured in a series of FREE concerts performed at the Chicago Cultural Center, Columbia College Chicago, Symphony Center and Merit School of Music. Featured ensembles will include Musique 21, CUBE Ensemble, MAVerick Ensemble, the International Contemporary Ensemble (ICE), the Ensemble Lipzodes, Brazilian pianist Alexandre Dossin and chamber ensembles from the Civic Orchestra of Chicago. The 2007 Latino Music Festival is presented by the International Latino Cultural Center of Chicago (ILCC) and the UIC Latino Cultural Center, in cooperation with the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs, Chicago Latino Composers, Civic Orchestra of Chicago, Michigan State University, Columbia College Chicago, the Chicago Humanities Festival the General Consulate of Brazil in Chicago, and the generous support of Mrs. Peter J. McCormick. Come and listen to Villa-Lobos, Piazzolla, Ginastera, and the best composers from the past and the present of Latin American music, including nine Chicago Latino Composers: Clarice Assad, Sergio Assad, Elbio Barilari, Juan Campoverde, Guillermo Gregorio, Fareed Haque, Gustavo Leone, Ricardo Lorenz and Victor Pichardo. Concert #4 Ensemble Lipzodes: Latin American Music from XVI and XVII Centuries Ensemble Lipzodes was formed in 2004 by five members of the Early Music Institute at Indiana University School of Music. This unique ensemble combines voice, shawms, dulcians, recorders, and percussion to bring to life the rarely performed music of 16th century Guatemala. In addition to this singular repertoire, the ensemble also explores new directions in early music utilizing voices and winds. The ensemble was recently selected as a winner in the Ninth Competition in Performance of Music from Spain and Latin America (2006). Monday, November 26, 2007 6:30 p.m. G.A.R. Rotunda, Chicago Cultural Center 78 E. Washington St. Chicago, IL MANA de Chicago's 2007 Autumn Affair MANA de Chicago, an organization that empowers Latinas to serve in leadership and mentor roles in their communities and beyond. "MANA de Chicago" is an Illinois, 501(c)(3) not-for-profit membership organization, which focuses on Latina leadership and development. Our mission is to cultivate leadership for Chicago Latinas through personal and professional development for the benefit of our community. Our organization is a chartered chapter of "MANA, A National Latina Organization," which was founded in 1974 in Washington, D.C. as the "Mexican American National Association" (MANA). National board members decided in 1994 that MANA had become a reflection of the growing Latino population and officially changed the organization's name to "MANA, A National Latina Organization." In fact, the word "MANA" is actually short for the Spanish word "hermana," meaning "sister." The following is a brief overview of some MANA National and MANA de Chicago programs: The "HERMANITAS®" mentoring program which provides education, training, leadership development, mentoring, and peer support to Latina adolescents between the ages of 11 and 17. The program aims to develop strong young Latinas who are active in their communities. "Latinas Hablando del Dinero" (Latinas Speaking About Money) in partnership with Freddie Mac is a community based financial literacy program designed to help Latinas obtain the knowledge and skills necessary to manage their finances, establish and maintain good credit and meet their long-term goals of financial security and wealth creation. The "Child Passenger Safety Program" in partnership with State Farm Insurance® provides "Community Technicians" that have the necessary technical skills, experience, and knowledge on the proper installation and use of child safety seats to conduct child safety seat inspections in the community. MANA de Chicago's "Autumn Affair" serves as the major fundraising vehicle to support the aforementioned programs and serves as a membership-recruiting event for our organization as well. Many leading Latinas from Chicago's corporate and civic organizations will be in attendance. MC: Zoraida Sambolin, NBC 5 Thursday, November 29, 2007 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. La Pomme Rouge 108 W. Kinzie Chicago, IL Complimentary signature cocktails from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. This year, the "Autumn Affair" will be a free event in order to encourage a high attendance level, communicate our membership information to as many Latinas as possible and give our event sponsors maximum exposure. RSVP to RSVP@ChicagoLatinoNetwork.com Gold Sponsor Bronze Sponsor Online Media Sponsor 5th Annual Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus Foundation (ILLCF) Conference La Presencia Latina: Many Lives, One Voice Our goal: The ILLCF was formed by the Latino Caucus of the Illinois General Assembly and a number of Latino businesses and civic leaders to provide scholarships, a forum for public policy debate and other programs for the Illinois Latino community. Conference topics: Education: Pre-K to 12 Post Secondary Education: Adult and Higher Education Health and Human Services Immigration Leadership Business Development Luncheon General Session Featuring keynote speaker: Rafael Pulido, "El Pistolero" La Que Buena WOJO 105.1 FM Antonio Mora, CBS 2 Chicago Master of Ceremonies Fifth Annual Scholarship Dinner This year, members of the ILLCF will present 20 deserving Latino students with scholarship awards for their contributions to the Latino community. Featuring keynote speaker: Ana Castillo, recipient of the Independent Publishers Award for Outstanding Book of the Year in 2006 for "Story Teller of the Year" Stacey Baca, ABC 7 Chicago Master of Ceremonies Thursday, December 6, 2007 Donald E. Stephens Convention Center Rosemont, IL Conference registration - $20 includes breakfast and lunch. Free parking for participants. To register, visit www.illcf.org and for more information, call the Conference Office at (847) 715-8502. Online Media Sponsor 10th Annual Latino Community Donor Awards In 1998, members of Chicago Latinos in Philanthropy and Latinos in Development established the Latino Community Donor Awards to honor individuals and philanthropic vehicles - not necessarily publicly recognized for their giving - who make financial contributions in support of nonprofit agencies and/or causes that serve Latino communities located throughout the Chicago Metropolitan area. In recognizing these donors, the Latino Community Donor Awards celebrates and promotes the philanthropic character and practice of giving by and for the Latino community. 2007 Award Winners Innovation Award Nuestro Futuro Fund & Latino Giving Circle Initiatives of The Chicago Community Trust Individual Awards Gloria & Mona Castillo Jose & Michele Ruiz Special Guest Speaker Henry A.J. Ramos Henry has written extensively on various issues related to organized philanthropy and civil society, and his work and opinions have been quoted in leading national publications. Currently, he serves as Principal of Mauer Kunst Consulting, a New York-based private consulting group. Ramos is a graduate of the University of California at Berkeley and Harvard University. Friday, December 7, 2007 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. National Museum of Mexican Art 1852 W. 19th St. Chicago, IL Event Co-Chairs Karina Ayala-Bermejo Amalia Rioja Castro Mistress of Ceremonies Luisa Echevarria, Univision, Director of Community Relations Tickets are $35 in advance and $45 at the door. To purchase tickets in advance, please print the response form and mail it with payment to: 10th Annual Latino Community Donor Awards, c/o Mujeres Latinas en Acción, 2124 W. 21st Pl., Chicago, IL 60608. Please make checks payable to our fiscal agent: Mujeres Latinas en Accion, and write: "LCDA" in the memo section. You may also purchase tickets with Visa or MasterCard by faxing the response form to Julio Guerrero at (773) 834-7625. To take advantage of the advance ticket price, your payment and reservation form must be received Monday, December 3, 2007. For questions on the event or purchasing tickets, please contact Julio at jguerrero@projectexploration.org or (773) 834-7601. Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois Holiday Food Basket Drive 2007 That time of giving and sharing is upon us. Please join volunteers from the Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois, Puerto Rican Bar Association, and the Chicago Bar Association Young Lawyers Section during our annual holiday food basket drive. The food basket drive is an annual holiday tradition. The goal is to marshal legal community resources to assist needy Hispanic families. This year our goal is to raise $5,000 to distribute at least 100 baskets. So please join us in ensuring that this year's holiday basket drive is a success. Please send all donations payable to HLAI Charities, please make certain you note "HLAI Holiday Food Drive" in the memo line of your checks and send them to HLAI, 321 S. Plymouth Court, Chicago, Illinois 60604. Please submit your donations by November 9, 2007. If you wish to aid in the assembly and the distribution of the baskets we will be gathering at the following time and location: Saturday, December 15, 2007 9:00 a.m. St Aloysius Church 2300 W. LeMoyne Chicago, IL 60622 Please join us in our efforts to join the "Happy" with the "Holidays" for so many members of our communities. If interested in donating food or funds towards this effort, please contact Felix Gonzalez at (312) 345-9200 or Fgonzalez@tristangonzalez.com. MISCELLANEOUS Featured Events| Events| Career Opportunities| Birthdays COMING in 2008! e-Latinos.com As the Chicago Latino Network enters its 8th year, we pride ourselves in providing original, first-hand content that consistently engages our readers. Additionally, we are the ONLY network of its kind whose 31,000+ members can be factually verified, which makes us the ONLY effective media choice for marketers who value their ROI. As we continue to lead and innovate in this space, e-Latinos.com ensures that our loyal members and our valued clients remain ahead of the game, as we are. Chicago Latino Network Offering Sponsorships (for 2008) of Online Media Exposure Among Chicago's New Generation Latinos, the Chicago Latino Network leads today as it has for the past seven years, as the go-to source for first-hand vital content. As such, we understand the importance of innovation and making connections. By providing our resources to enduring organizations, we bring ideas and information to the forefront and enhance the vitality of our community. Looking forward to the promise of the future is a part of our vision and giving back to the community is an integral part of how we operate. To apply for 2008 Online Media Sponsorship from the Chicago Latino Network, the following information must be supplied in writing: Organization's legal name Contact information including name, title, mailing address, telephone/fax number, email address A brief description of organization's history, mission, accomplishments, and people served Basic information about the event to be promoted Different sponsorship levels, if any Opportunities for Chicago Latino Network donation recognition through print or marketing collateral, off-line media channels, and public recognition Proof of 501(c)3 tax exempt status Your organization's URL All requests must be submitted by Friday, December 7, 2007 to info@ChicagoLatinoNetwork.com. If your proposal is accepted, you will be contacted via email or telephone. Organizations must have tax-exempt 501(c)3 status as defined by the IRS. Individual, religious, political groups, professional and trade associations, and social organizations are not eligible. The Source for over 31,000 New Generation Latinos Illinois Breast & Cervical Cancer Program On September 27, Governor Blagojevich announced that the Illinois Breast and Cervical Cancer Program will now be open to all uninsured women in Illinois, regardless of income. The Illinois Breast and Cervical Cancer Program offers free mammograms, breast exams, pelvic exams and Pap tests. This program also provides treatment for those found to have cancer. Uninsured women over the age of 35 can receive free cervical cancer screenings, and women over the age of 40 can receive free mammograms and breast exams. For more information about the program, visit the website at www.cancerscreening.illinois.gov . Breast cancer has affected almost everyone in one way or another, whether it is personally or through a relative, friend, or neighbor. Breast cancer will claim the lives of 1,700 women in Illinois this year. One of the best gifts a woman can give herself this year is to schedule a medical checkup and preventive screenings. Remember that early detection can save lives! Call 1-888-522-1282 to find out more! Anita Alvarez Cook County State's Attorney Poised as a front-runner in this race As the most qualified candidate in this race, she would not only be the first female State's Attorney, but also the first Latina to hold the office. Help Anita make history. Anita has worked in the State's Attorney's office since 1986. She currently is the Chief Deputy for retiring Cook County State's Attorney Richard Devine where she oversees the day-to-day operations of more than 900 assistant state's attorneys in eight different divisions handling felony prosecutions and civil actions. Before becoming the Chief Deputy to State Attorney Devine, Anita served as the Chief of Staff. She also supervised the Public Integrity Unit, was the Deputy Chief of the Narcotics Bureau, was the Chief of the Special Prosecutions Bureau, and served in the Gang Crimes Unit. Visit Anita's website and read more about her issues. EVENTS Featured Events| Miscellaneous| Career Opportunities| Birthdays Reception in honor of Carlos Juan Guevara - Candidate for State Senator 20th Legislative District Tuesday, November 20, 2007 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. La Villa Restaurant 3632 N. Pulaski Rd. Chicago, IL 60641 Sponsor: $1500, Co-Sponsor: $500, Patron: $250, Friend: $150. R.S.V.P. by Friday, November 16. For more information, please contact Cynthia (773) 370-1175. Annual Fulbright Holiday Reception The event is hosted by Steven Kapelke, Provost/Senior Vice President of Columbia College Chicago. The International Visitors Center of Chicago, Columbia College Chicago, Fulbright Association of Chicago and the Institute of International Education request the pleasure of your presence at this reception. Join our Fulbright students and scholars from around the world in celebration of the holiday season-in Chicago! Friday, December 7, 2007 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Columbia College Chicago Museum of Contemporary Photography 600 S. Michigan Ave., 1st Floor Chicago, IL Reservations are required. Please RSVP to Megan Spillman at MSpillman@iie.org or (312) 254-1800 X102 by Monday, November 19, 2007. Mexican - American Police Organization invites you to its Christmas Party "Toy Drive" Saturday, December 15, 2007 6:30 p.m. National Museum of Mexican Art 1852 W. 19th St. Chicago, IL Food, Refreshments, D.J., and much more! All invited are asked to bring an unwrapped gift valued at $25 or an entrance fee of $25, which will be given to the less fortunate children in the Latino community. Portions of the proceeds will be given to the Barrera Family Foundation, who tragically lost their mother due to gun violence on October 31, 2007. Please kindly reply with an email to Ozvaldez@comcast.net, if you plan to attend this event. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Featured Events| Miscellaneous| Events| Birthdays Hispanic American Construction Industry Association Executive Director Please click here for complete presentation. AARP Associate State Director - Communications We're 38 million members strong - with more joining us every day-the "most powerful grassroots organization" around according to Fortune magazine. In fact, we're more involved in your community than ever before. With 53 State Offices across the country, here's your chance to take action in Chicago and throughout Illinois. Working to build a significant presence for AARP in Illinois, you will develop and implement well-coordinated communications strategies integrating efforts with advocacy and community outreach initiatives to inform and move volunteers, members, government and elected officials, and the general public to action. A primary focus will be to cultivate media relations, develop and implement messages for campaigns, and support volunteer and staff spokespersons. Other communications functions include the development of news releases, media advisories, event management, press conferences, speeches, testimony, Web and newsletter content. Ability to multitask and work collegially in team is a must. Requires BA/BS degree in Communications, Journalism or similar field; at least 5-7 years of media/PR experience; Bi-lingual in Spanish/English with excellent communication (written/oral), marketing, interpersonal, and planning skills. Issue campaign experience and knowledge of the state and federal government preferred. Travel: Up to 50% Qualified candidates are invited to apply online at www.aarpjobs.com (see State & National Initiatives). We are an equal opportunity employer that values workplace diversity. Esperanza Community Services Case Manager/Qualified Retardation Professional (QMRP) Esperanza Community Services is dedicated to serving individuals with developmental disabilities from infancy to adulthood through programs in English and Spanish. Esperanza provides individualized therapeutic, educational and artistic services, which promote the skills that increase independence and a sense of belonging in the community. The staff of Esperanza shares the belief that all people should have the opportunity to work together and build meaningful lives. BASIC FUNCTION: Overall responsibility for managing caseload of up to 30 adult trainees. This includes working in direct contact with Client and Family Support and outside agencies to obtain necessary comprehensive assessments. Coordinates and/or administrates testing of trainees in the areas of functional ability, maladaptive behavior, and productive capacity. Advocates for parents/guardians participation in the Developmental Training Program. Initiates and coordinates interdisciplinary team to develop habilitation plan and monitors individuals' status in relation to the plan. Works in direct contact with the other QMRPs to determine which trainees are in need of outside services, coordinates and attends appointments for such situations. Develops schedule with Program Director to accommodate appointments and occasional community outings with trainees. DUTIES: Develops and reports weekly appointment schedule for trainees in need of medical appointments or other outside services. Serves as floating staff in the event of staff absence to meet needs of workshops. Serves as Interdisciplinary Team leader convening IDT for the preparation of the Habilitation Plan and for revisions as needed. Monitors each individual's status in relation to their Habilitation Plan on a monthly basis. Reviews Instructor's notes and documents gaps in services or need for changes. Monitors completeness of trainees files on a monthly basis. Advocates for parents/guardians' participation in Habilitation Plan. Assist families in emergencies as well as routine matters. Provides linkage to other programs when trainee meets exit criteria. Informs new trainees of their rights, documents services provided prior to the written Habilitation Plan. Recommends placement of individual into appropriate group. Plans occasional community outings in cooperation with workshop Training Counselors. Attends weekly staff meeting providing professional input regarding the training and placement of trainees, as well as any issues that may arise. QUALIFICATIONS: Bilingual - English/Spanish required B.A. in Social Services, Education, or related field preferred. Two years of practical experience in Special Education or Vocational Rehabilitation preferred. Must complete the QMRP training curriculum developed by the Department of Human Service. Must have a valid Driver's License. IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Program Director Please fax resume and cover letter to: (312) 243-2076 Via Email: hr@esperanzacommunity.org Or Mail: Attn: Human Resources Esperanza Community Services 520 N. Marshfield Ave. Chicago, IL 60622 ESPERANZA IS AN EEOC EMPLOYER. REASONABLE ACCOMODATIONS WILL BE MADE FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES. Morton College Assistant Bookstore Manager Reports to and Evaluated by: Bookstore Manager Required Qualifications: High school diploma or GED; good mathematical aptitude; and above average keyboarding and word processing skills. Must have the ability to operate a calculator and electronic register. At least two years of retail experience and availability for regular evening work. Must be able to work overtime during peak periods. Desirable Qualifications: Associate's degree in marketing or business, and retail experience, preferably in a supervisory capacity, in a bookstore, office supply store or gift shop. Bilingual in Spanish & English. Must be self-motivated, flexible and able to interact well with students, faculty and staff. Be able to demonstrate the Morton College core values of truth, compassion, fairness, responsibility, and respect. Job Summary: To assist the bookstore manager with the day-to-day operation of the bookstore. Will assume full responsibility for Bookstore in the absence of the Bookstore Manager. Specific Job Duties: Supervising all Student Aide workers. Operating cash register during peak periods. Processing purchases orders. Ordering instructional material for faculty. Filling office supply requests. Performing various clerical duties including internal & external billings and records management. Assist with the opening/closing of store. Performs other duties as assigned by the Bookstore Manager. Position Unit: 1 Classified Staff; Local 1600 A.F.T. Please send your resume to Doris.Rivera@morton.edu. Accountant Reports to and Evaluated by: Controller & Director of Business Services Required Qualifications: Bachelors' degree in accounting, business, or related field required. 2-3 years accounting experience. One to two years working in a high-volume and fast paced environment. Person should posses strong interpersonal and analytical skills have the ability to multi-task and meet deadline and have strong knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. The person should be able to work well with others in a multicultural environment and be able to demonstrate the Morton College core values of truth, compassion, fairness, responsibility, and respect. Desirable Qualifications: Experience working with Microsoft Access. Supervisory and field accounting experience. Cooperative attitude and attention to detail. Customer service oriented with the ability to interact well with students, faculty and staff. Job Summary: To collect, record, and report all financial accounting data; monitor cash balances for investment purposes; and supervise routine Business Office operations including purchasing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll. Specific Job Duties: To monitor daily cash positions for investment purposes and reconcile all bank accounts to accounting records. Record all journal entries and budget transfers, supervise Business Office staff, and maintain accounting records for Bookstore. To coordinate the posting of all receipts and disbursements for the production of monthly financial statements. To record information, monitor activity, and prepare financial aid reports for internal use and submission to the Department of Education. To prepare account reconciliations. Assist in analyze financial data for reserves. Assist in the preparation of monthly and year-end financial statements. Assist in the preparation of the annual budget, and audit schedules. Must be willing to work overtime hours as needed in order to meet department objectives. Assist with yearend audit. To perform other duties as assigned by the Controller. Position Unit: 1 Classified Staff - Excluded Please send your resume to Doris.Rivera@morton.edu. Coordinator of Student Success Programs (Grant-Funded: Workforce Preparatory & Industry Grant; Renewal Annually) Reports to and Evaluated by: Associate Dean of Student Success Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Liberal Arts, Education, Marketing, Communication, Behavioral Sciences, or related field. Minimum of two years experience working in an educational environment. Prior knowledge of community college programming, and philosophy. Experience with development and presenting informational, motivational and leadership workshops and seminars. Familiarity with employment trends, projected job opportunities and career assessment instruments. Ability to provide leadership, and exercise sound judgment while maintaining an even disposition. Demonstrate initiative and flexibility in administering all aspects of co-curricular activities, program development and event planning. Must possess excellent interpersonal skills, both oral and written, including the ability to communicate with others of varying educational levels. Excellent organizational and communication skills. Must be able to multi-task and work with deadlines, be detail-oriented, self-motivated, self-directed, open minded and creative. Aptitude with word processing and database systems. Must be able to work a flexible schedule and accompany student leaders on occasional trips off campus. Valid Illinois driver's license. Desirable Qualifications: English/Spanish bilingual ability. Master's degree in Counseling, higher education administration or related field. Experience with and willingness to work with a diverse population of students in various co-curricular activities. Ability to establish effective relationships with students, faculty, and staff in a multicultural environment. Experience in campus or community activities and organizations, cooperative education and student leadership programs. Prior supervisory experience in a community college setting. Prior experience coordinating cultural programming and organizing activities and events. Be able to demonstrate the Morton College core values of truth, compassion, fairness, responsibility and respect. Job Summary: The Student Success Coordinator will develop, implement and maintain governance, student leadership, student success and career planning and placement programs. Performance of all duties will have a focus of recruitment, retention, transition and student success of all students while collaborating with any and all areas of the college, as appropriate. Specific Job Duties: Assist to develop and manage comprehensive programming of services designed to increase student retention and transition rates. Tracking data, maintaining records, creating/delivering assessment tools and reports. Collaborate with other student services offices for implementation of retention, transition and career planning and job placement activities through a variety of techniques and services including newsletter, mailings, workshops and advisement. Coordinate the student volunteer program. Develop workshops and seminars on topics, which promote personal growth and development including skills enhancement, college adjustment, educational planning and career planning. Encourage career exploration through a variety of techniques and services including newsletters, mailings, career counseling, employer outreach initiatives, and off campus internship development. Collaborate with personnel from district schools and employers to develop mutually beneficial student leadership and potential new employment sources. Maintain informational databases in the areas of employment, student leadership and student success. Counsel students individually and as a group on topics such as self-development, potential careers, job search skills, and student success. Schedule individual employer visits on campus and coordinate job fairs. Research and implement current and emerging computer technologies related to career development and maintain a career resource library of print materials and internet resources. Conduct career testing using a variety of assessment instruments. Assist develop and monitor the budget. Perform other job related duties as assigned by supervisor. Position Unit: 1 Classified Staff; Local 1600 A.F.T Please send your resume to Doris.Rivera@morton.edu. Metropolitan Pier and Exposition Authority (MPEA) Director of Pier Park MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A High School diploma or equivalent is required. A Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, Operations Management or related field OR the equivalent in related work experience is preferred. A minimum of four (4) years of management experience at an amusement park, themed entertainment environment or similar venue is required. Must have experience with cash handling, revenue generating and budgeting. Must have strong organizational, problem solving, staff development and team building skills and experience, with demonstrated ability to prioritize effectively. Excellent oral, written, interpersonal and presentation skills are required. Must be proficient in Word and Excel. Working knowledge of OMNI ticketing system is preferred. Must be willing and available to work a varied schedule, including nights and weekends. DUTIES: Manages and oversees the administration and operation of Pier Park at Navy Pier. Develops and maintains the Pier Park operating budget. Creates monthly reports and reviews status, making necessary changes to reflect a changing business environment, while maintaining a high quality experience for guests and staff. Creates training programs to create a culture of service. Creates cash handling and ticket selling reporting systems. Will work with MPEA Finance Team on a regular basis to assure the proper techniques are developed and managed. Will participate in the interview and selection process for seasonal and full-time staff. Researches and develops new ideas for Pier Park attractions. Assures that the day-to-day operations and maintenance of Pier Park are safe, secure, cost effective, operationally sound and of high quality. The Director may, from time-to-time, be required to act as the Manager on Duty for Pier Park and special events. Assists with all ride permits and renewals for Pier Park and assures that all operating permits and necessary state, federal and local laws and statues are properly documented and up to date. Responsible for keeping up with latest trends and training techniques available in the entertainment operations industry. Ensures all training procedures, manuals and associated paperwork are maintained to MPEA standards. Responsible for overseeing the Omni Ticket System and for managing all related security and access functions. Works with the IS Department to coordinate any upgrades, repairs and maintenance work required for hardware and software. Responsible for reviewing the Ticket Seller work schedules, time sheets and policies for Pier Park and special events. Performs other duties as assigned. Please submit your resume by Friday, November 30, 2007 to resume@ChicagoLatinoNetwork.com. Workforce Diversity Administrator MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's Degree in Public Administration, Human Resources, or Business Administration preferred OR equivalent education and work-related experience (4 years) is required. Must have a minimum of three (3) years experience in affirmative action/equal employment opportunity programs with prior experience in designing and administering EEO/AA training programs. Must have strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills. Must be proficient in MS Word, Excel and Access programs and have the ability to analyze and research employment data. Must have excellent research and writing skills with the ability to handle and maintain confidential information. Must have a valid driver's license. DUTIES: Develops, administers and oversees the Workforce Diversity Program and continually evaluates its effectiveness to ensure compliance with State and Federal laws. Designs and implements audit and reporting systems to measure the effect of the Workforce Diversity Program. Will work with Human Resources and user departments to recruit and maintain a qualified, diverse employee workforce. Regularly reviews employment policies and procedures to remedy any potential disparate impact on minorities, women or persons with disabilities. Will consult with senior management to correct policies, practices and procedures to have a positive impact on employment procedures. Collects, analyzes, and prepares for publication all statistical data required for the submission of all annual and quarterly EEO reports including, but not limited to the EEO-4 report and the annual Affirmative Action Plan. Participates in outreach programs to maximize the number of qualified minority and female applicants in job categories where annual placement goals have been established. Oversees the design and implementation of training modules for anti-discrimination, anti-sexual harassment, and conflict resolution. Provides management and supervisory personnel with technical or administrative support in fulfilling their responsibilities under the Affirmative Action Plan. Receives, investigates, and works with Human Resources and Legal as required on internal or external complaints of discrimination or sexual harassment. Monitors and evaluates EEO compliance on all internal and external Authority projects to ensure appropriate utilization of minorities and women. Assists contractors and the Human Resources Department in the identification of recruitment sources for minorities, women, and persons with disabilities where appropriate. Performs other job duties as assigned. Please submit your resume by Friday, November 30, 2007 to resume@ChicagoLatinoNetwork.com. Budget Manager MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A Bachelor's Degree in Accounting; or a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business or related field along with a CPA is required. An MBA and/or a CPA are strongly preferred. A minimum of 5 years of progressive professional Accounting experience with a minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience is required. Prior experience in budget preparation and analysis experience preferred. Must have extensive demonstrated knowledge of accounting controls, methods, and procedures. Must be proficient in financial accounting software; experience with JD Edwards financial package preferred. Must have strong working knowledge of spreadsheet, database, and word processing programs including Word and Excel. Must possess strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills with proven ability to effectively handle multiple tasks simultaneously, to prioritize, and to analyze and solve problems. DUTIES: Plans and supervises annual preparation of the Authority's three-year financial plan. Supervises preparation of budgets and reviews budget detail and related analysis for each MPEA department. Supervises the work activities of the Budget Analyst. Continually evaluates the budget process and suggests and implements improvements to the process. Prepares budget summary information for presentation to the Finance Committee and Board of Directors. Prepares the financial plan distributed to the Mayor, Governor & the Illinois General Assembly. Responsible for performing ad hoc financial analysis and other special projects at the direction of the Controller and the Chief Financial Officer. Coordinates preparation of interim reforecasts throughout the year. Responsible for designing reports using JD Edwards report writing software to provide management with timely, useful and effective financial data. Preparation of historical trend reporting and comparison of event budgets to prior actual operating results. Analyzes monthly financial statements, reviews budget variances and prepares detailed financial analysis of departments. Identifies opportunities for process improvements and proposes possible actions to improve operating results, internal controls, and reporting of financial data. Supervises and reviews monthly report of Operating Results by Event. Reviews and analyzes methods of allocating costs to events and departments for identification of improvements in efficiency and/or in usability of financial data generated. Prepares periodic five-year plans. Reviews and approves purchase orders in cases where proposed spending exceeds budgeted amounts. Assists departments with budget preparation and information requests and in identifying opportunities to increase revenues and to reduce and better control expenditures. Provides assistance and recommendations to the Controller / CFO on financial issues or proposals. Performs other work related job duties as assigned. Please submit your resume by Thursday, December 6, 2007 to resume@ChicagoLatinoNetwork.com. Credit/Collections Manager MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance is required. Must have a minimum of five (5) years work experience in credit management and collections. A demonstrated, extensive knowledge of accounts receivable methods and procedures is required with a minimum of three (3) years supervisory experience. Must have strong verbal, written, analytical, and interpersonal skills. Must possess computer knowledge of various accounting software packages, preferably the JD Edward financial package and EBMS. Must have the ability to handle and maintain confidential information. DUTIES: Administers the collection of customer accounts for both Navy Pier & McCormick Place in accordance with the written policies and procedures; coordinating efforts with appropriate Sr. Management. Consolidates the functions of credit extension, cash application, credit memo issuance, dispute resolution and account collections into a centrally managed department. Develops written credit/collections policies and procedures and implements best practices wherever practical. Applies cash receipts to customer accounts on a timely basis. Maintains files of all delinquent and disputed accounts, including correspondence documents and notes of verbal communication with customers. Investigates payment history of new or existing customers prior to extending credit. Reviews and evaluates customer disputes and delinquent accounts and takes appropriate actions to resolve. Supervises, evaluates, and trains the credit/collections staff. Develops a system of performance measures and goals for the department and reports progress monthly or as required. Leads Accounts Receivable implementation and testing of the Event Business Management Software System (EBMS). Coordinates the review and approval of credit memos, refunds and bad debts with the General Manager of McCormick Place, the General Manager of Navy Pier or their designated staff members. Analyzes monthly aged trial balances and related reports and resolves outstanding items. Develops reports for monthly review by the Controller and Director of Treasury. Increases lockbox utilization and automates cash application processes. Performs other duties as assigned. Please submit your resume by Wednesday, December 12, 2007 to resume@ChicagoLatinoNetwork.com. Procurement Compliance Coordinator MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A Bachelor's Degree in Procurement, Materials Management, Finance, Public or Business Administration or related field; or equivalent work experience (four years) is required. Minimum of five (5) years work experience within purchasing and/or contract administration required. Must have excellent organizational skills with proven ability to prioritize effectively. Must have strong knowledge of PC software, including proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel. Must be experienced in use of integrated financial software packages. Knowledge of JD Edwards is preferred. Must have excellent verbal, written, communication skills, with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Must be able to take tasks that are not clearly defined and appropriately define problems and propose and implement solutions. DUTIES: Supports the Purchasing Department in the day-to-day operations. Assists in the preparation of consistent, high quality procurement documents on a timely basis, including proofreading bids and proposals prior to issuance and ensuring documents comply with standard templates. Tracks changes made to templates to ensure such changes are made universally to all documents. Prepares, maintains and issues the contract list for all procurements. Oversees document flow for the department and ensures the completion of files for all procurements. Prepares and maintains the "Board Approved Items List" and distributes each month. Maintains monthly historical files of all items approved by the Board. Maintains vendor registration database. Maintains the Procurement Department Policy Manual and oversees and prepares periodic updates. Communicates summarized policies to the user community on an annual basis. Develops and recommends new policies and updates to existing department policies. Tracks vendor and department performance by developing a system of metrics with regard to procurement under contracts and M/WBE participation. Monitors purchases for opportunities for consolidation and/or improvement in M/WBE participation. Develops a system to assure vendor price compliance. Assists in possible implementation of the JD Edwards Contract Module. Performs other duties as assigned. Please submit your resume by Wednesday, December 12, 2007 to resume@ChicagoLatinoNetwork.com. Event Manager I MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's Degree in Business, Communications, Event/Facility Management, or related field preferred; or the equivalent in work related experience (4 years) required. A minimum of one (1) year experience in event planning or management or similar field. Must be proficient in Word and Excel as well as adaptable to other in-house software programs. Must have excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills. Must have excellent problem solving and customer relations skills and ability to maintain effective client communications in pressure situations. Must have the ability to coordinate the work of others in delivering various facility services as well as the ability to keep track of and prioritize effectively, the large number of details involved in the successful execution of events. Must be able to maintain organized event records and files using paper and electronic systems. Willingness and availability to work irregular hours and schedules, including evening and weekend work. DUTIES: Directs facility staff in delivering services for events and meetings, including coordinating facility operations related to event implementation and resolving event related issues. Acts as primary facility contact for meeting planners and implements requirements. This includes proactively communicating with clients and responding to their needs, managing long-range and short range planning as needed, ensuring event information is organized, meetings are scheduled as needed and communication material is distributed as required. Directs and participates in the pre-event planning, reviewing any past history of the event, identifying issues important to the client, initiating correspondence and conferences with the client, their suppliers, and MPEA staff. Prepares pre-event planning documents and instructions, including entering information into the main Event Business Management software system. Compiles and reviews event and contractor charges with appropriate MPEA staff and client, prepares proper documentation for invoice preparation, and assists in collections follow up. Conducts various meetings, including event team planning meetings, pre-event client welcome meetings and post-event meetings to evaluate services provided. Participates in internal weekly event operations planning meetings. Conducts facility-planning tours for contracted or potential customers, explains services and facilities available, describes how they may best be used by the event, determines the needs of the potential event and follows up with client on any pending questions. Assists with preparing pricing estimates for prospective events and meetings. Monitors and ensures compliance with contractual responsibilities of all parties. Ensures compliance with all facility and appropriate governmental rules and regulations by all service providers working on the event. Performs other duties and responsibilities as required. Please submit your resume by Tuesday, December 18, 2007 to resume@ChicagoLatinoNetwork.com. Director of Property Management MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A H.S. Diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related field preferred; or the equivalent in work related experience (4 years) required. ICSC certification and designation as a CSCM is preferred. Seven (7) years of progressively responsible managerial experience in the development and monitoring of leasing agreements with both long- and short-term tenants; property management in a shopping center, retail/entertainment venue or similar venue is strongly preferred. Must demonstrate knowledge and ability to interpret and enforce contracts. Must have demonstrated knowledge of commercial real estate including a broad understanding of leasing, legal, marketing, construction, and the tenant relations requirements of managing a retail property. Proficiency in MS Word and Excel required. Experience in JD Edwards AS400 preferred. Excellent analytical skills required including the ability to analyze and summarize monthly financial statements and prepare detailed budgets and operating forecasts. Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills with proven customer service capabilities. Must possess excellent organizational skills with proven ability to prioritize effectively. Must be able to exercise sound managerial judgment and discretion with demonstrated ability to handle and maintain confidential information. Must be available and willing to work a varied schedule including nights, weekends and holidays. DUTIES: Manages and actively participates in all efforts necessary to identify and secure lease/license agreements with prospective long term, short term and specialty tenants. Responds to calls from prospective tenants requesting information on leasing/license opportunities, rates, availability and costs associated with the lease or license agreement. Sends out information packages to prospective tenants and follows up as necessary. Coordinates the lease negotiation and lease terms of all agreements. Also, coordinates the negotiation of all renewal terms and amendments for the property. Coordinates the review of the design of tenant improvements, as well as the construction/development phase to ensure compliance with agreement. Acts as the primary contact with all tenants, ensuring that all details of leases and license agreements are followed. Monitors the services provided by tenants to customers, ensuring the quality of such services is in line with Navy Pier expectations. Establishes and maintains communication tools/schedules to exchange information regularly and provides service to tenants and address concerns accordingly. Supports the Sr. Director of Property Management in the implementation and maintenance of vendor selection and a tenant relations plan to ensure tenant and customer satisfaction. Develops operating revenue and expense budgets for the department. Provides administration of budgets, operational review and analysis of corrective action needed to ensure budgeted results are achieved. Recommends and implements programs to contribute to Navy Pier's profitability. Produces and creates all necessary reports relative to Property Management. Completes regular retail sales analysis to assure thorough information on sales and accurate and timely percentage rent billings. Maintains complete and accurate property files and records. Coordinates with support staff on MPEA procedures for processing and distributing information. Researches data and works with the Sr. Director of Property Management and the Retail Consultant to coordinate the RFP/RFQ process. Works with the Finance Department to ensure that all revenues following lease obligations of tenants are recorded properly and to ensure accuracy of accounts receivable. Keeps abreast of new technologies, systems and procedures related to property management. Performs other duties as assigned. Please submit your resume by Friday, December 21, 2007 to resume@ChicagoLatinoNetwork.com. The American Academy of Pediatrics Manager, Early Education and Child Care Initiatives (grant-funded) Would you like to work for a not-for-profit organization that is truly focused on improving children's lives? Are you an individual who excels at both people and project management? If so, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), the nation's leading advocacy organization for children's health, has an excellent opportunity for a seasoned professional to manage, plan and implement programs relating to AAP's early education and child care initiatives. In addition to supervising two staff, key responsibilities include grant and budget management, overseeing the Child Care and Health Partnership Program, staffing project advisory committees and consortiums, agenda development, meeting planning/attendance, development of minutes and ensuring policy compliance. Additionally, this manager will develop and coordinate educational presentations, workshops, conference sessions, audio conferences, webinars and other educational activities. The right candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Health Education, Public Health, Nursing, or a related field required. Masters degree preferred. Three to five years experience related to early childhood education, child care health and safety issues are strongly desired. Experience with adult continuing education, medical association work, and development/management of Web sites preferred. Child Care Health Consultation or public health experience helpful. Strong communication, interpersonal and computer (MS Office) skills are required. Additionally, our candidate must be able to manage multiple priorities well, possess superior decision making skills, and have demonstrated a solid grant application and budget management skill set. 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/197 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 Health Policy Analyst Would you like to work for a not-for-profit organization that is truly focused on improving care for children and their families? Is your expertise in project management including recruitment efforts, implementation, data collection, and evaluation? If so, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has the perfect opportunity for an individual to be at the forefront of national quality improvement efforts through the new Quality Improvement Innovation Network (QuIIN), a network of practicing pediatricians and their staff created to improve care and outcomes for children and families by testing practical tools, measures, and strategies for use in everyday pediatric practice, the child's medical home. As a result, these "real world" test projects will produce materials to better implement Academy clinical practice guidelines and other clinical policy vehicles for improved clinical care. Assist in these improvement projects by overseeing physician recruitment efforts; obtain Institution Research Board approval; handle project logistics; assist project practice teams with data collection and interpretation; provide decision support through data analysis and reporting; and present project results. Work with multiple Network project practice teams in the creation and implementation of improvement projects and serves as advisor on improvement and/or measurement strategies for other Academy quality improvement initiatives. Oversee the data-reporting infrastructure for reports regarding Network membership profiles and queries. Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Public Health with a concentration in Epidemiology or Biostatistics; or Bachelor's degree in Education with a focus on program evaluation or measurement. Master's degree preferred. Two to three years of experience in measurement, assessment, or data collection techniques required. Knowledge of quality improvement methodology preferred. Health care and clinical experience a plus; child health in particular. Excellent organizational, management, planning, written/oral communication, and computer (MS Office) skills required. Must be detail oriented, able to prioritize work and meet deadlines, and be capable of working effectively as a team member. 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/481 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, Media Relations Would you like to work for a not-for-profit organization that is truly focused on improving people's lives? The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), the nation's leading advocacy organization for children's health, has an opportunity for a seasoned professional to oversee and direct its national media relations program for breaking news and crisis communications. In addition to overall direction of AAP media relations and providing rapid response to media inquiries, key responsibilities include researching, writing, editing and producing news and promotional materials supporting AAP programs and activities. This is a dynamic position with high visibility, requiring an individual who can develop effective crisis communication strategies and responses to emergency situations. We're looking for a journalistically savvy, deadline-focused individual who can use his or her strong promotional writing style, oral communication skills and project management expertise effectively for the organization. The right candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Journalism, Communications or English, 5-7 years of news, feature, public relations or corporate communications writing experience, and at least three years of national public relations experience. Managerial experience in medical or association environment is preferred. Additionally, the individual hired must effectively deal with people operating at high levels of responsibility and possess excellent PC skills, including MS Word and PowerPoint. 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/432 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 Manager, Outcomes and Evaluation (grant-funded) Would you like to work for an organization that is truly focused on improving children's lives? The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), the nation's leading advocacy organization for children's health, has an exciting opportunity for a seasoned professional to oversee and manage the technical assistance, evaluation, and Web site components of key community-based initiative programs. Responsibilities include: serving as the primary program liaison for federally funded programs; providing technical assistance including the development of materials and conducting site visits; preparing and monitoring the annual operating budget; and overseeing the development and implementation of the program's website. The right candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Health Administration, Social Work or related field (Master's preferred) or equivalent work experience required. One to three year's experience in community-based health planning or administration. Experience and/or knowledge in technical assistance and all aspects of program management are essential, including needs assessment, grant writing, and program and grant development, implementation, Web development and evaluation. Knowledge of health care environment, community child health issues, and resources is required, along with both grant management and supervisory experience. The chosen candidate will possess excellent organizational, written and interpersonal communication skills, and have the ability to synthesize information and present it in a clear and concise manner. PC literacy (MS Office) is required, and Web site development. Strong project management and the ability to travel and work weekends as needed are also required. We offer a competitive salary with an exceptional and comprehensive benefits package. Please send your resume and salary requirements referencing position HR/CLN/450 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 Manager, E-Learning Services The American Academy of Pediatrics, the nation's leading advocacy organization for children's healthcare, has created a new opportunity for a professional with strong technical acumen, people and project management skills to oversee development and maintenance of our E-Learning infrastructure and Web-based services. The chosen individual will have a variety of key responsibilities which include coordinating and implementing interactive Web-based programs, products, and database applications; researching direct platform and user-interface enhancements and improvements; and contributing to the overall planning, development, implementation, and ongoing evaluation of all e-learning programs, their components, content, and supporting systems. Qualified candidates will have a Master's Degree in adult education, distance learning, instructional design, computer science, information science, or closely related field. Additionally, they will possess at least five years experience in the management of online service platforms, especially those involving distance learning, adult education, and/or continuing education concepts. Experience managing ColdFusion and/or XML-based projects. Familiarity with SQL administration and query writing, user interface development, multimedia asset management, Macromedia Flash, Web site support, and e-learning technologies. Some experience with .NET and additional languages such as JavaScript, Visual Basic, and Active Server Pages preferred. Extensive project management experience required. We offer a competitive salary with an exceptional and comprehensive benefits package. Please send your resume and salary requirements referencing position HR/CLN/498 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 Life Support Programs Assistant Are you an organized individual with an interest in International endeavors with a go-getter attitude? If so, the Division of Life Support at the American Academy of Pediatrics is looking for you! The Division of Life Support is responsible for the development, implementation, and maintenance of pediatric life support training programs for health care professionals and lay persons. Reporting to the Manager, Life Support Programs, this newly created assistant role will provide programmatic and administrative support to the division managers; assist with projects and activities related to the development, implementation, and evaluation of assigned live and online courses, seminars, rollouts, Web casts, and other educational activities, as well as, compose and oversee production of print and electronic instructor communications. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent (Bachelor's preferred), at least 2-3 years of office/administrative experience, including web site maintenance, meeting coordination, and/or project coordination, strong interpersonal skills to work with multiple managers, and superb PC (Microsoft Office) and communication (verbal and written) skills. We offer a competitive salary with an exceptional and comprehensive benefits package. Please send your resume and salary requirements referencing position HR/CLN/519 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 Manager, Bright Futures Materials Development and Promotion (grant-funded) Would you like to work for an organization that is truly focused on improving peoples' lives? The nation's leading advocacy organization for children's health has a new opportunity for a seasoned professional to manage the development of materials for diverse populations who can benefit from our Bright Futures (BF) program. 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. We're looking for a technically savvy, qualitative and quantitative focused individual who can create, revise and promote educational materials, maintain our BF website, and assist with key implementation activities. 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); 3+ years work experience in public health program planning, program management and administration, technical writing and/or editing. Web site maintenance skills essential, along with excellent organizational, communication, interpersonal and computer skills. Knowledge of public health issues, child health care issues, and grants management preferred. Medical association or national advocacy organization experience highly desirable. 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/515 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 at www.aap.org 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| Miscellaneous| Events| Career Opportunities NOVEMBER Bernardo Huapaya - November 19 Erika Lagos - November 19 Zenaida Arroyo - November 20 Christopher Caballero-Pelletier - November 20 Enna Calderon-Burris - November 20 Lidia Y. Mendez - November 20 George L. 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