Chicago Latino Network E-Newsletter In our 8th year, we are the LEADERS and TRENDSETTERS in E-Networking over 40,000 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. CONGRATULATIONS! Simon Lopez received the Latino Leadership Award from the Mayor of Chicago, Richard M. Daley, on behalf of the Chicago Commission on Human Relations Advisory Council on Latino Affairs. Simon was recognized for his outstanding work and leadership to serve the Latino community as the Director of Workforce Development for the National Council of La Raza, the nation's largest Hispanic civil rights organization. Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich has appointed Dean Martinez as deputy governor to serve as adviser for economic development, business regulation and environmental affairs. Martinez had been secretary of Blagojevich's Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. VisionIT, Inc. CEO David H. Segura was named as Hispanic Business magazine's 2008 Entrepreneur of the Year (HB EOY), an award that caps a remarkable year of recognition and many accolades for VisionIT's tremendous growth and expansion. Segura is the first entrepreneur from the Midwest to win the HB EOY and only the second information technology entrepreneur to do so. The HB EOY was selected based on criteria including company strategy, financial growth, profitability, community activity, and support of other Hispanic-owned businesses. FEATURED EVENTS Events| Career Opportunities| Miscellaneous| Birthdays Grammy winner Raul Malo, former frontman of The Mavericks, will be performing at Joe's on Weed St. December 3rd. His musical talent conquered Country, Latin, Rock and Jazz. Raul has developed a unique blend of Rockabilly and Cuban, with a sound that is sure to get you on your feet. Tickets are $20 on sale through Ticketmaster or at Joe's (cash only). Joe's is located at 940 W. Weed St. Visit www.joesbar.com for more information. Southwest Airlines Flight to the Fight Sale - ONLY DAYS LEFT! 2-for-1 Tickets to The Brothers Karamazov Now playing at Lookingglass Theatre Company in the Water Tower Water Works Faith, philosophy, and passion collide in Dostoevsky's murderous epic. Meet one of literature's most lecherous, greedy and delightfully despicable fathers - Fyodor Karamazov. When his eldest son discovers they are competing for the affections of the same woman, concealed tensions erupt into a storm of passion, deceit and betrayal. Join us for our 50th Lookingglass Original World Premiere, presented in the matchless intimacy of our space in the Water Tower Water Works. 2-for-1 tickets are available to any Saturday Matinee starting November 1. Target Saturday Matinees Buy One Get One Free made possible with the generous support of Target. For tickets call our box office at (312) 337-0665 and mention Target Saturday Matinees. Inaugural Chicago Latino Toys-for-Tots CLICK HERE TO RSVP MISCELLANEOUS Featured Events| Events| Career Opportunities| Birthdays Chicago Public Schools-Job Shadow Day 2009 Chicago Public Schools Department of College and Career Preparation (DCCP) is seeking hosts for Job Shadow Day 2009 on Wednesday, February 4, 2009. Students in sixty-five area high schools study a three-year sequence of courses pertaining to a specific career pathway. Job Shadow Day is an opportunity for students to see how what they are learning in the class room relates to the working world. Areas of study include: Architecture/Construction, Digital Media, Business/Finance, Health Science, Culinary Arts, Cosmetology, IT, IP, Manufacturing and Transportation. Job Shadow Day is scheduled from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and students simply shadow an employee for a few hours. For more information or to sign up to host a student(s) please contact Arabella Perez, Partnership Development Manager for CPS Department of College and Career Preparation; (773) 553-5078 or aperez12@cps.k12.il.us. Poster Contest - 25th Chicago Latino Film Festival Silver Anniversary Deadline: Monday, December 8, 2008 Contest is open to all artists No limit to the number of entries submitted All entries must be received by deadline Artwork, must incorporate: 25th Chicago Latino Film Festival, April 17-29, 2009 Silver Anniversary Entries will be evaluated based on appeal, content and marketability. Decision of judges is final For all guidelines, visit www.latinoculturalcenter.org If your poster design is selected, you win $1,000 your design will become the face of the Festival as it will be on the cover of approximately one million newsprint schedules inserted in various Chicago newspapers. Your artwork will be featured on invitations, program books, t-shirts and much more unlimited and priceless exposure. The winning design is selected by a panel of judges in the fields of design, arts, public relations and marketing. Winning poster will be unveiled in mid-January 2009 in Chicago. For more information, design@latinoculturalcenter.org or (312) 431-1330. Send submissions to: International Latino Cultural Center of Chicago CLFF Poster Submission 676 N. LaSalle, Suite 520 Chicago, IL 60654 IL Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity Bridging the Digital Divide Program Notice of Grant Opportunity and Workshops - Fiscal Year 2009 SUMMARY: The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity announce the release of the Digital Divide Grant Program Fiscal Year 2009 application. The immediate goal of the Program is to increase access to computers and technology training in low-income communities. Under this program, the Department is authorized to make grants to support Community Technology Centers. PLEASE NOTE THAT THE APPLICATION DEADLINE IS JANUARY 16, 2009. ELIGIBLE APPLICANTS AND COMMUNITIES: The Department seeks applications from Community Technology Centers located in and serving "eligible communities". An eligible community is a community in which not less than 40% of students are eligible for a free or reduced price lunch under the national school lunch program, or in which not less than 30% of students are eligible for a free lunch under the national school lunch program. Community Technology Centers include public hospitals, libraries, park districts, state educational agencies, local educational agencies, institutions of higher education, public and private nonprofit or for-profit educational organizations. In addition to being an eligible entity, a CTC must provide computer access and educational services to the public at least twelve (12) hours each week. Please refer to the application for complete eligibility requirements. ELIGIBLE COSTS: The maximum grant award allowed under the Digital Divide Law is $75,000 per Fiscal Year. The Department will fund both equipment and training costs under this program. Funds may be used to provide training services and activities that use technology to improve academic achievement, career development, and adult education. Grant funds may also be used for equipment, software, and other capacity building cost. CTC WORKSHOP AND GRANT INFORMATION SESSIONS DCEO will host a digital divide workshop on December 4, 2008 at the University of Illinois at Chicago. The purpose of the workshop is to provide community technology center staff with an update regarding the changes included in this RFA. The workshop will also showcase CTC partnership strategies, provide a forum to discuss key issues and highlight CTC success stories. The workshop is free of charge, however, registration is required. For more information and to register for this workshop, please e-mail your detailed contact information to john.w.barr@illinois.gov. Digital Divide Workshop Thursday, December 4, 2008 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. University of Illinois at Chicago Student Center East, Illinois Conference Room AB 750 S. Halsted St. Chicago, IL DCEO will also host three information sessions to detail the parameters of the RFA and answer questions from applicants. Attendance is not required but is recommended. The information sessions will be held at the locations and times listed below. The information sessions are open to the public and reservations are not required. Please note that photo identification may be required by building security. Springfield Tuesday, December 9, 2008 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. DCEO Springfield 1st Floor Auditorium 620 E. Adams St. Springfield, IL Edwardsville Wednesday, December 10, 2008 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Lewis and Clark Community College 600 Troy Rd., Building N4, Room 110 Edwardsville, IL Chicago Friday, December 12, 2008 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Michael A. Bilandic Building 5th Floor Auditorium - C500 160 N. LaSalle St. Chicago, IL FOR MORE INFORMATION: Printed copies of the application are available upon request. Questions and requests pertaining to this program should be directed to John Barr, Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, 100 W. Randolph Suite 3-400, Chicago, IL 60601, Telephone: (312) 814-2259 or via e-mail john.w.barr@illinois.gov. EVENTS Featured Events| Career Opportunities| Miscellaneous| Birthdays Friends for Joe presents Breakfast with Santa 2008 Help Joe Del Real in his bid for 2nd Ward Alderman, Calumet City! Saturday, December 20, 2008 8:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. VFW 664 Hirsch Calumet City, IL $25 (Adult + 1 Child 12 & under) - in Advance $30 (Adult + 1 Child 12 & under) - at the Door (if available) $10 (each additional Child 12 & under) For tickets, please contact us at (708) 743-1427 or friendsforjoe@yahoo.com. Make checks payable to: Friends for Joe 533 Exchange Ave. Calumet City, IL 60409-3308 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Featured Events| Events| Miscellaneous| Birthdays Metropolitan Pier and Exposition Authority (MPEA) Production Coordinator (Temporary) Special Events - Navy Pier MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A High School Diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's Degree in Theater Arts, Communication, Special Events or related field, or equivalent work experience required. High level of proficiency in the use of AutoCAD required. Must be proficient in Word and Excel. Must possess excellent organizational, written, and oral communication skills, in addition to a professional appearance. A minimum of two (2 years) of live entertainment and/or special event management experience required. Proven operational skills in the events/entertainment field including previous experience in managing trade labor, complex load in/load out functions, trucking, and interdepartmental resources. Must be willing and available to work a varied schedule, including nights, holidays and weekends. DUTIES: Acts as Event Technical Director for the Entertainment and Special Events Departments as required. Manages Technical and Logistical Oversight for Navy Pier Special Events such as Halloween Programming, Holiday Décor, Winter WonderFest, and Spring Programming. Acts as a coordinator and technical liaison between the Special Events Department, clients, vendors, and other Navy Pier Departments as it relates to event production. Coordinates onsite and vendor trade labor. Manages contracts and contract compliance. Responsible for complete Event Technical Direction. Oversees equipment inventories as directed. Maintains accurate ground plans and technical drawings for all events and event spaces. Performs other work-related duties as assigned. Please submit your resume by Tuesday, December 2, 2008 to resume@ChicagoLatinoNetwork.com. Instituto del Progreso Latino Chief Financial and Operations Officer Instituto del Progreso Latino (Instituto) is a top-tier community based organization with a mission to contribute to the fullest development of Latino immigrants and their families through education, training and employment that fosters participation in the changing U.S. society while preserving cultural identity and dignity. Incorporated in 1977 to help Latinos learn basic skills, pass the civil service exam and obtain higher paying jobs, Instituto has grown to be a flourishing educational center offering comprehensive services in workforce development, adult education, youth development, youth education, and citizenship preparation to over 14,000 participants and families annually. Position Description: Instituto is seeking to immediately fill the position of Chief Financial and Operations Officer (CFOO). The CFOO is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations in the areas of: Finance, Human Resources, Legal, Information Technology and Site Operations. The CFOO works closely with Instituto's President/Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Board of Directors, Management Team, and various relevant committees. The CFOO also works with task groups, government agencies, community organizations, and public and private institutions to maintain key relationships that promote the effective and efficient use of resources to advance Instituto's goals. The CFOO leads and directs all financial activities, accounting practices, oversees treasury, accounting, budget, tax, and audit activities. The CFOO oversees financial and accounting system controls and standards to ensure timely financial and statistical reports for management and/or Board use. The CFOO reports directly to the President/CEO. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Responsible for hiring, supervision, coaching, evaluation, discipline, promotion and firing of the following managers: Accounting, Human Resources and Technology. Advises the CEO and staff of current problems, trends, resources, revenue generation, and administration. Establishes and implements short and long- range organizational goals, objectives, strategic plans, policies, and operating procedures; monitors and evaluates operational effectiveness, and effects changes required for improvement. Develops comprehensive management tools that provide the feedback and data necessary for strategic decisions to be made. Defines metrics and measurements that will quantify performance against goals and institutionalizes a system for obtaining and reporting those metrics and measurements. Oversees the annual budget and planning process and provides sound fiscal management of Instituto. Develops operational cost center budgets for approval. Participates as staff representative on various Board Committee(s). Coordinates volunteer and staff development activities to support the goals of the Instituto. Directs the preparation of all financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, tax returns, reports for government regulatory agencies and reports for grantors. Oversees accounting, budget preparation, and audit functions. Meets regularly with staff to keep informed and to offer direction. Reviews reports to analyze projections of revenues against actual figures, budgeted expenses against final totals, and suggests methods of improving the planning process as appropriate. Analyzes operations to pinpoint opportunities and areas that need to be reorganized, down-sized, or eliminated. Oversees human resources functions to include payroll, employee benefits, retirement plan, etc. Directs risk management programs and manages business insurance needs. Manages and negotiates all leases and contracts. Tracks and monitors grant funding. Ensure cooperation, communication and collaboration across all departments and roles including planning and leading weekly staff meetings. Implement a system to monitor for continuous improvement in efficiency and effectiveness for all operations. Implement a system to monitor for continuous improvement in efficiency and effectiveness for all operations. Ensure clients, vendors, suppliers, and staff are managed with professionalism, integrity and urgency. Other duties as assigned by President/CEO. Qualifications: Master's degree in business administration, accounting, or finance preferred. CPA designation preferred. At least five years experience in financial management with increasing responsibilities for multi-faceted direction and planning. Strong operational experience, ideally has worked in a senior management role for 5+ years, preferably in the non-profit sector. Ability to demonstrate superior knowledge of budgeting, finance, and non-profit accounting, as well as having the ability to manage multiple priorities within tight timeframes. Experience with personnel management, performance management, complex problem solving and fundraising. Knowledge of database and accounting computer application systems to supply the most accurate financial information. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent analytical and organizational skills. Excellent people and leadership skills, with an ability to coach, motivate and develop staff. Collaborative, team player with superior interpersonal skills. A positive force in encouraging entrepreneurial thinking and creating dynamic work environments. Salary commensurate with experience. Health, dental, life insurance and 403(b) savings plan. Applications accepted until the position is filled. Instituto del Progreso Latino is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please send cover letter, resume, and salary history to: Juan Salgado President/CEO Instituto del Progreso Latino 2570 S. Blue Island Ave. Chicago, IL 60608 Email: juan@idpl.org The American Academy of Pediatrics Senior SQL Database/Application Lead Seeking a customer-focused individual with strong technical and time management skills to join the Department of Information Technology at the American Academy of Pediatrics in this newly created Senior SQL Database/Application Lead role. Reporting to the Computer Systems Analyst, this individual will define, maintain, communicate, implement, and execute the enterprise database architecture, solution engineering, standards, and strategy for its operational usage across the enterprise, as well as, lead and coordinate a team of developers through projects from the requirements phase to customer delivery. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or an equivalent combination of related education and work experience, at least 5 years experience with SQL administration in version 2000 and/or 2005, with at least 2 years in version 2005. Experience analyzing and tuning performance problems in SQL programming code, improving SQL server management procedures and processes, and developing with the .NET framework and client-server environment required. Experience with Microsoft OLAP design and development, SQL Clusters, SQL replication configuration and troubleshooting strongly preferred. Must possess strong analytical and problem solving skills, as well as, be able to work both effectively both as part of a team and independently. Knowledge of one or more of the following preferred: MS Web technologies, SQL Server DBMS technology, Microsoft Reporting Services, SAN carving, and net:FORUM (AMS). Some travel and weekend work may be required. We offer a competitive salary with an exceptional and comprehensive benefits package. Please send your resume and salary requirements referencing position HR/CLN/538 to: American Academy of Pediatrics Attn: Human Resources 141 Northwest Point Blvd. Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 FAX: (847) 228-5099 E-MAIL: resumes@aap.org Program Assistant (Grant Funded) The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), the nation's leading advocacy organization for children's healthcare, seeks a well-organized and detail-oriented administrative support individual to provide assistance for the Julius B. Richmond Center of Excellence (RCE) staff focusing on the topic area of tobacco prevention and control. We seek someone who has had at least 2 years of administrative support experience to carry out the duties and responsibilities of this role, such as, coordinating travel arrangements, preparing and disseminating agenda materials, correspondence, reports, minutes, proposals, and other materials, scheduling appointments and coordinating meetings, copying, faxing, and provide project assistance as needed. Ideal candidates will have a solid proficiency in computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), have a strong administrative background, meeting planning experience, and be highly flexible, accurate, and show initiative. We offer a competitive salary with an exceptional and comprehensive benefits package. Please send your resume and salary requirements referencing position HR/CLN/537 to: American Academy of Pediatrics Attn: Human Resources 141 Northwest Point Blvd. Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 FAX: (847) 228-5099 E-MAIL: resumes@aap.org 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. 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