The American Osteopathic Association (AOA) has two 100% remote 10-week summer research internship positions opening up. The internships are an opportunity to gain hands-on experience by assisting in research projects, engaging in literature reviews, data collection, data analysis, reporting, and potentially contributing to conference presentations and/or publications.
The Intern Research Associate program at the AOA is for those currently enrolled in a Master's or PhD program in fields such as psychometrics, measurement, statistics, l/O psychology, or data science. This fully remote 10-week internship beginning June 2026 involves working closely with experienced psychometricians and assessment experts. Interns will gain hands-on experience with AOA data and research projects that support the organization's mission of advancing the distinctive philosophy and practice of osteopathic medicine. The Certifying Board Services (CBS) department serves 73 certification and certificate programs across 15 specialty certifying boards.
Interns will work and collaborate with the psychometric and assessment teams of the CBS department to support the AOA's research agenda. The role provides an opportunity to support operational and research initiatives and offers practical experience in certification testing. Research topics may include exam design and development, administration and supportive validity studies for our certification and osteopathic continuing certification exams.
Responsibilities
Interns will work closely with the psychometric and assessment teams to develop a research plan for the internship.
Over the 10 weeks, interns will attend weekly meetings with their supervisor to discuss progress and address questions, and with one or more research project teams to discuss ongoing work.
Activities may include conducting and writing literature reviews, data gathering/cleaning, programming in R or Python, item and exam analyses with CTT and IRT, performing statistical analyses such as DIF or regression analysis, writing reports, and delivering presentations.
At the conclusion of the internship, all files and equipment will be returned to the AOA.
Current topics of interest to the AOA's Certifying Board Services:
Application of AI in test assembly, content development, measurement and assessment fields
Detecting compromised exam content
Longitudinal assessment
Detecting bias in exam content
Qualifications
Candidates must be actively pursuing a Master's or PhD degree in Educational Measurement, Statistics, I/O Psychology, or a related field and have completed a minimum of 75% of required coursework towards their Master's or 50% of required coursework towards their Ph.D.
Recommendation of advisor, department chair, or other academic recommendation from current program of study
Familiarity with Item Response Theory (IRT), Rasch modeling, Classical Test Theory, DIF analysis, and psychometric principles
Intermediate programming skills in R and/or Python
Strong research and analytical skills with attention to detail
Interest in educational measurement, certification testing, LLMs, or data forensics
Collaborative team player
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
American Osteopathic Association is unable to sponsor work visas at this time.
$35k-52k yearly est. 1d ago
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Key Account Director I (Hybrid)
American Medical Association 4.3
Chicago, IL jobs
Chicago, IL (Hybrid)
The American Medical Association (AMA) is the nation's largest professional association of physicians and a non‑profit organization. We are a unifying voice and powerful ally for America's physicians, the patients they care for, and the promise of a healthier nation. To be part of the AMA is to be part of our mission to promote the art and science of medicine and the betterment of public health.
At AMA, our mission to improve the health of the nation starts with our people. We foster an inclusive, people‑first culture where every employee is empowered to perform at their best. Together, we advance meaningful change in health care and the communities we serve.
We encourage and support professional development for our employees, and we are dedicated to social responsibility. We invite you to learn more about us and we look forward to getting to know you.
We have an opportunity at our corporate offices in Chicago for a Key Account Director I (Hybrid) on our Health Solutions team. This is a hybrid position reporting into our Chicago, IL office, requiring 3 days a week in the office.
As a Key Director 1 (Hybrid), you will contribute to the growth, vitality, and prominence of the American Medical Association by exceeding Database Licensor (DBL) Royalty Revenue and Contribution Margin targets within assigned strategic accounts through the distribution of DBL licenses and other HSG solutions. Manage and develop relationships with key decision-makers in assigned accounts. Develop and execute a strategic account plan for each assigned account that provides the blueprint and value map for our engagement. Negotiate and oversee contracts that protect the AMA brand and tax status and ensure compliance with the DBL license models. Represent the Voice of the Customer to the AMA, serving as a central point of contact for assigned customers and promote “One AMA” initiatives to assigned customers including: the Integrated Health Model Initiative, the Physician Engagement Network, Health 2047, Diabetes Prevention Program and Steps Forward Content. Collaborate closely with non-DBL sales and account management teams, legal, finance, marketing, and product management.
RESPONSIBILITIES Account Management
Independently develop and maintain an integrated “One AMA” Strategic Account Plan for each key account, identifying customer strategies and initiatives, identification and development of new revenue opportunities
Build and nurture relationships with senior executives and key contacts in assigned accounts/distributors
Identify key customer contacts and engagement plans, and provide an overall roadmap to bring value to our customer
Accurately forecast HS revenue to senior management
Ensure that DBL royalty payments are provided as outlined in agreements
Document activities, contacts, and revenue opportunities in Salesforce in a timely and accurate manner along with other reports such as expense reports
Develop and deliver compelling business proposals and presentations.
Negotiate contracts with clients; ensuring that they are completed in a timely, consistent, and transparent manner that drives revenue while protecting the AMA brand and integrity
Develop and present key account updates and quarterly business reviews to AMA senior leadership, highlighting performance trends, risks, opportunities and strategic action plans.
Product Management
Ensure product management has the market information necessary to deliver best‑in‑class solutions to address market needs and trends
Represent AMA at association meetings, tradeshows, and product fairs, and other projects as assigned
May include other responsibilities as assigned
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's degree in a health‑related field or business required
10+ years of specialized experience of account management experience in healthcare services, content, and/or technology.
Demonstrated knowledge and successful utilization of professional sales processes such as strategic selling or consultative sales practices with single and large client groups.
Experience managing complex, strategic accounts and interacting with the C‑suite.
Excellent business management skills including forecast accuracy and pipeline development
Excellent communication, presentation, critical thinking skills with the ability to articulate complex concepts to senior executives
Self‑motivated, analytical, highly organized, and detail‑oriented with the ability to troubleshoot and problem solve effectively
Interpersonal skills and temperament to navigate across large, complex organizations with the demonstrated ability to display and thrive in a culture of excellence and accountability
Proficient in MS Office products and Salesforce
Able to work a flexible schedule with occasional travel
The American Medical Association is located at 330 N. Wabash Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611 and is convenient to all public transportation in Chicago.
This role is an exempt position, and the salary range for this position is $143,514.00-$193,851.00. This is the lowest to highest salary we believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's pay within the salary range will be determined by a variety of factors including but not limited to business consideration and geographical location, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience. Employees are also eligible to participate in an incentive plan. To learn more about the American Medical Association's benefits offerings, please click here.
We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity in our workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. As an EOE/AA employer, the American Medical Association will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and veteran or disability status.
THE AMA IS COMMITTED TO IMPROVING THE HEALTH OF THE NATION
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$143.5k-193.9k yearly 1d ago
HomeGrown Program Administrator
Neighborhood Housing Services of Chicago 3.9
Chicago, IL jobs
NOTICE This position is funded through the HomeGrown Grant Program for a defined term of 1-3 years. While NHS intends for the role to remain active for the duration of the grant, employment with NHS is strictly at-will. Continued employment is contingent upon ongoing grant funding.
BASIC JOB FUNCTION
The Program Administrator is responsible for managing the operational, reporting, and compliance functions of the HomeGrown Purchase Assistance Grant Program. This role ensures that all program data, documentation, workflow processes, and reporting activities are accurate, timely, and aligned with the requirements of the City of Chicago Department of Housing. The Program Administrator maintains real-time program records, supports application processing, and develops program documents essential to effective program delivery. PRINCIPAL JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Program Data & Records Management
Maintain a comprehensive project database with real-time, accurate records of:
Communications with applicants and eligible homebuyers.
Program applications, eligibility documentation, and required supporting files.
Program timelines, deadlines, and application status updates.
HomeGrown grant closings, funding disbursement, and overall funding status.
Ensure all records are organized, auditable, and compliant with City of Chicago requirements.
Reporting & Compliance
Prepare and submit monthly reports detailing any recapture payments received.
Prepare and submit quarterly performance reports that summarize program status, funding utilization, and homebuyer demographics.
Ensure adherence to all reporting requirements established by the Department of Housing and maintain readiness for audits or monitoring reviews.
Document Development & Workflow Support
Develop and maintain program documents including workflow charts, correspondence templates, applicant notifications, and process guides.
Update program materials as needed to reflect policy or procedural changes.
Operational Coordination
Support program staff by ensuring timely access to accurate data, documents, and applicant information.
Coordinate communication across the program team to ensure consistent application of program rules.
Maintain organized digital and physical filing systems aligned with City of Chicago recordkeeping standards.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
$25/hour
Health, dental and vision insurance
Paid time off
We also offer a team spirit, which strives for excellence in customer service.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Bachelor's degree in public administration, business, social sciences, urban planning, or related field preferred.
Experience
Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in program administration, data management, compliance, or related work.
Desired Skills
Experience working with government-funded programs or grant administration highly desirable.
Strong attention to detail with exceptional organizational and recordkeeping skills.
Ability to manage large volumes of data accurately and maintain real-time records.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage competing deadlines and adapt to evolving program needs.
Technology: Proficiency in MS Office; databases, and digital document systems.
COMPENTENCIES
To succeed in this role, an individual must demonstrate the following competencies:
Commitment to equity, inclusion, and serving diverse communities.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is:
Regularly required to talk or hear.
Frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms.
The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This position involves a combination of office-based work, virtual communication, and occasionally community-based engagement. Some evening or weekend availability may be required for special events or outreach activities. May involve meetings with City of Chicago staff or partner organizations.
REMOTE WORK POLICY
The HomeGrown Program staff are required to work full-time in the office. Remote work arrangements are not available for this position. Employees must be present in-office for all scheduled workdays and attend meetings as needed.
NHS' COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, RACIAL EQUITY, AND INCLUSION
Neighborhood Housing Services of Chicago (NHS) is deeply committed to building and sustaining a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization that reflects the communities we serve. We believe that diversity of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences strengthens our work and advances our mission. NHS provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
$25 hourly 47d ago
Director Administrative Operations (Hybrid)
American Medical Association 4.3
Chicago, IL jobs
Director of Administrative Operations (Hybrid)
Chicago, IL (Hybrid)
The American Medical Association (AMA) is the nation's largest professional association of physicians and a non‑profit organization. We are a unifying voice and powerful ally for America's physicians, the patients they care for, and the promise of a healthier nation. To be part of the AMA is to be part of our mission to promote the art and science of medicine and the betterment of public health.
At AMA, our mission to improve the health of the nation starts with our people. We foster an inclusive, people‑first culture where every employee is empowered to perform at their best. Together, we advance meaningful change in health care and the communities we serve. We encourage and support professional development for our employees, and we are dedicated to social responsibility.
We have an opportunity at our corporate offices in Chicago for a Director of Administrative Operations (Hybrid) on our AMA Insurance team. This hybrid position reports into our Chicago, IL office and requires a presence in office three days a week.
As the Director of Administrative Operations, you will ensure delivery of outstanding customer service and develop operational requirements, processes, and technology that provide essential customer service outcomes. As a member of the AMA Insurance leadership team and advisor to the GVP and General Manager of AMA Insurance, you will identify and execute business‑wide initiatives to set direction for new products, customer acquisition, and growth. This role requires a deep understanding of the overall operations of a life/health insurance company and must be well‑versed on regulatory and contractual requirements impacting the industry.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Staff Management and Leadership
Oversee hiring, training, and performance management for the Administrative Operations management team and their customer service (call center), claims, and operations teams.
Facilitate and oversee the performance management process including setting department and individual goals, performance reviews, development plans, and corrective action.
Create a culture and processes to delivereme a comprehensive and seamless service experience to all customers measured by satisfaction‑survey KPIs.
Oversee education, coaching and training including systems, processes, contract interpretation, and industry issues such as HIPAA, Fraud, and Unfair Claim Settlement Practices.
Prepare department budgets and operate within budget expectations.
Process Oversight and Improvement
Continually improve the customer experience by evaluating and redesigning system and business processes to enhance operational efficiency, increase productivity, and drive engagement.
Support new product opportunities by assessing operational feasibility and identifying and creating workflow process and system requirements.
Compliance
Accountable for compliance with regulatory, legal and contractual requirements, enforcing effective policies and procedures that comply with state and federal insurance regulation.
Function as the subject‑matter expert on insurance company guidelines, including an in‑depth understanding and ability to interpret and apply insurance contract provisions to business processes, carrier manuals and procedures, and standard insurance industry business practices.
Review and respond to escalated issues - complaints to regulators and AMA/AMA Insurance executives.
Relationship Management
Liaise with insurance carrier partners, TPA clients and vendors to ensure AMA Insurance meets administrative obligations.
Provide support for all internal and external audits.
Function as AMA Insurance liaison for interactions with the AMA Facilities Management Department.
REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's Degree required; business administration or related field preferred.
10+ years of experience heading an insurance operations team in a life and/or health insurance company, large brokerage gegarande, or third‑party administrator required.
Experience must include customer service, underwriting/certificate issue, life/health claims adjudication, contract interpretation and compliance, training, and business‑requirement development; Life, Disability, Medicare Supplement product experience required.
Proven success facilitating progressive organizational change and development.
Utilize a strong mentoring, coaching, and influencing style to engage and lead across all levels of the organization; leads effective training programs to support compliance and customer service.
Knowledge of customer service and call‑center processes; insurance administration and claims systems.
Directly manage relationships with TPA clients, management teams of insurance company partners, and vendors that support business operations.
The American Medical Association is located at 330 N. Wabash Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611 and is convenient to all public transportation. commerciële
This role is an exempt position. The salary range is $152,939‑$206,519. Pay will be determined by a variety of factors including business considerations, geographical location, and candidate qualifications. Employees are also eligible to participate in an incentive plan. To learn more about the American Medical Association's benefits offerings, please click here.
We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity in our workforce. uphe all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. As an EOE/AA employer, the American Medical Association will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran or disability status.
THE AMA IS COMMITTED TO IMPROVING THE HEALTH OF THE NATION
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$72k-90k yearly est. 2d ago
Payroll Manager
Smithbucklin 4.2
Chicago, IL jobs
Smithbucklin, a 650-person, employee-owned professional services company with more than 70 years of success serving the association market, with primary offices in Chicago and Washington, D.C., is looking for a Payroll Manager to join our Corporate Finance unit in our Chicago office. The Payroll Manager is responsible for overseeing all payroll operations, including the preparation, and entry of payroll data for semi-monthly cycle. This role entails maintaining accurate records, auditing payroll documentation for approximately 700 employees across multiple states. Additionally, the Payroll Manager will supervise and provide guidance to the Payroll Specialist.
At Smithbucklin, we embody a culture driven by optimism, ambition, expertise, and thoughtfulness, where every team member is empowered to exceed expectations and deliver exceptional results for our clients. Join us in shaping the future of association management, where our values serve as the cornerstone of our success.
What You Will Do:
* Oversee and ensure accurate payroll processing for all employees, including but not limited to, salaries, overtime, bonuses, and special payments.
* Manage, train and mentor Payroll Specialist to ensure efficient and accurate workflow.
* Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, local payroll, wage and hour laws and regulations, as well as established company policies, and advise on legislative changes.
* Set up new state and/or state unemployment and local tax accounts when required.
* Document all payroll transactions and keep records secure for audit and reporting needs.
* Administer on-demand payments as needed.
* Process garnishments, child support, and levies as required by law.
* Prepare semi-monthly and monthly reports.
* Review retirement plan contribution changes and deferrals and process the funding.
* Respond to inquiries related to payroll, in a timely and professional manner.
* Manage the annual year-end W-2 reconciliation process, ensuring complete accuracy and timeliness.
* Facilitate workers compensation annual audits by providing records and documentation as requested.
* Manage payroll software and systems, and collaborate with the Director of Human Resources to implement updates and enhancements.
* Ensures accurate integration to General Ledger.
* Perform other responsibilities as assigned.
This Role Might Be for You If…
* You take pride in delivering accurate, compliant payroll work
* You enjoy coaching and developing others
* You thrive in a fast-paced, professional services environment
* You are proactive about problem solving and can quickly identify discrepancies or data issues
* You like working with payroll systems and are confident troubleshooting issues
* You take satisfaction in well-documented processes, accurate reporting, and strong audit readiness.
* You are client service oriented and feel confident communicating with employees at all levels about payroll questions.
Basic Qualifications:
* 5+ years of experience in payroll processing, with supervisory experience.
* ADP Payroll processing experience is required.
* Knowledge of federal and state wage payment and tax laws.
* Client service oriented and able to effectively interface with finance, business professionals and outside vendors.
* Experience in a professional services environment preferred.
* Strong communication skills (verbal and written) with the ability to develop positive working relationships (in-person and virtually).
* Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.
* Accurate, precise, and follows up regularly and appropriately.
* Excellent organizational skills, ability to prioritize workload, and multitask accordingly.
* Comfortable and competent with sensitive and confidential information.
* Ability to manage multiple tasks with effective organizational skills.
* Proven problem solving, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.
* Unquestioned integrity and professionalism.
* Proficient in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
* Proficient in web-based conference call/web-sharing applications.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in finance/accounting or related field preferred.
* Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification is preferred.
Where Do You Fit?
Whether you are just beginning your career or are a mid- or senior-level professional, working at Smithbucklin will offer you countless opportunities to develop transferable skills, acquire meaningful knowledge and gain rich experiences at an accelerated pace. By working collaboratively with smart, ambitious, multi-talented, genuine and hardworking colleagues, you will build meaningful, deep and enduring relationships that will serve you well throughout your career, regardless of your chosen path. In addition, as a 100 percent employee-owned company, Smithbucklin offers all of our people - regardless of position or compensation - an equal chance to experience the fulfillment and reap the benefits of ownership. As owners, our employees control the destiny of Smithbucklin and are unified in the goal of building a great, enduring company.
Our hybrid environment offers you the option of working from home two days per week. Employees will work a standard 40-hour week, with the possibility of additional hours based on project deadlines.
Smithbucklin considers several factors when determining compensation, including a candidate's recent coursework, training, experience, and certifications, among other considerations. The expected pay for this role is $100,000-$120,000
Equal Employment Opportunity
At Smithbucklin, Equal Employment Opportunity is our commitment and goal. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status or any other protected status designated by federal, state or local law. Applicants are encouraged to confidentially self-identify when applying. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a reference and background investigation based on position.
Smithbucklin will not sponsor applicants for work visas and as a precondition of employment. You must be authorized to work in the United States permanently.
$100k-120k yearly Auto-Apply 5d ago
Treasury Options Trader - Work From Home
Parallel Partners 4.4
Chicago, IL jobs
We are seeking a talented and self-motivated Treasury Options Trader to join an options trading team. The ideal Treasury Options Trader would have an interest and experience in treasury options trading. This Treasury Options Trader will work with the existing highly skilled options team and will be charged with helping maintain and extend the firm's options volatility modeling. This position is 100% Remote.
Qualifications
Options Trader Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in technical areas such as electrical engineering, computer science, or mathematics.
- Need 3-5 years of treasury options trading experience.
- Need strong technical skills in Python/C++.
- Need to have trading Industry experience.
- Need treasury options experience.
- Should have strong Risk Management skills.
- You should have a proven track record in executing treasury options strategies.
Benefits include medical, dental, vision spending account, health savings account, 50K life insurance policy, short-term/long-term disability insurance, employee assistance program, 401K, tuition reimbursement, etc.
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$81k-146k yearly est. 60d+ ago
HomeGrown Public Engagement Specialist
Neighborhood Housing Services of Chicago 3.9
Chicago, IL jobs
NOTICE This position is funded through the HomeGrown Grant Program for a defined term of 1-3 years. While NHS intends for the role to remain active for the duration of the grant, employment with NHS is strictly at-will. Continued employment is contingent upon ongoing grant funding.
BASIC JOB FUNCTION
The Public Engagement Specialist serves as the primary point of contact for public inquiries related to the HomeGrown Grant Program. The role ensures accurate and consistent information is delivered to stakeholders and community members. The ideal candidate is customer-service oriented, highly organized, and able to communicate clearly and professionally with diverse audiences.
PRINCIPAL JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Public Inquiry Management
Serve as the first point of contact for individuals seeking information about the HomeGrown Grant Program.
Respond to phone calls, voicemails, emails, and other inquiries within 2-3 business days.
Provide accurate and consistent information regarding program eligibility, application processes, timelines, documentation requirements, and other program components.
Track inquiries and responses using NHS's approved systems and maintain organized communication records.
Complete soft underwriting on all files before routing them to Underwriting for formal evaluation.
Community & Engagement
Clearly explain program guidelines and connect members of the public to additional resources as needed.
Represent the HomeGrown Program in a professional, courteous, and culturally competent manner.
Collaborate with internal teams to ensure consistent messaging to the public.
Assist with outreach efforts, public information sessions, and community-facing materials as needed.
Program Support & Coordination
Identify common themes and frequently asked questions based on incoming inquiries.
Recommend improvements to website content, FAQs, and public communication materials.
Monitor inquiry volume and provide updates to program leadership.
Support administrative and operational tasks related to the program as assigned.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
$25/hour
Health insurance, dental, vision insurance
Paid time off
We also offer a team spirit, which strives for excellence in customer service.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Administration, Social Sciences, or a related field; or equivalent relevant experience.
Experience
2-3 years of experience in customer service, community engagement, or program support.
Desired Skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage high volumes of inquiries and meet response timelines.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Demonstrated cultural competence and ability to work with diverse populations.
Technology: Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Salesforce or CRM inquiry-tracking systems (preferred).
COMPENTENCIES
To succeed in this role, an individual must demonstrate the following competencies:
Customer/Client Focus
Professional Communication
Problem-Solving
Time Management
Adaptability
Collaboration & Teamwork
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is:
Regularly required to talk or hear.
Frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms.
The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This position involves a combination of office-based work, virtual communication, and occasionally community-based engagement. Some evening or weekend availability may be required for special events or outreach activities.
REMOTE WORK POLICY
The HomeGrown Program staff are required to work full-time in the office. Remote work arrangements are not available for this position. Employees must be present in-office for all scheduled workdays and attend meetings as needed.
NHS' COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, RACIAL EQUITY, AND INCLUSION
Neighborhood Housing Services of Chicago (NHS) is deeply committed to building and sustaining a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization that reflects the communities we serve. We believe that diversity of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences strengthens our work and advances our mission. NHS provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
$25 hourly 45d ago
Senior Researcher, Human and Community Development
American Institutes for Research 4.5
Chicago, IL jobs
Join AIR as a Senior Researcher with our Human and Community Development program to foster pathways for young people, families, and communities to thrive through the generation, dissemination, and application of evidence. This position will focus on prevention science with emphasis on preventing violence and other forms of harmful behaviors in the military. This position will require collaboration within and outside AIR, including with program providers, subject matter experts, as well as federal, state, and local agency officials. The Senior Researcher will contribute to the strategic vision for primary prevention of violence and provide mentorship and guidance to teams. They will also provide oversight on data collection, management, analysis, and visualization for contract and grant research and evaluation projects. The ideal candidate is committed to building out our prevention portfolio and taking a strengths-based perspective. We are especially interested in candidates with strong project and people management skills, expertise in violence prevention, and experience with data dashboards. Candidates with relevant lived experience, including military service, are encouraged to apply.
Related projects aim to use culturally responsive science to focus around one or more areas, including but not limited to:
Content areas:
Primary prevention of violence, such as
intimate partner and sexual violence
child maltreatment and adverse childhood experiences (ACEs)
violence that impacts youth and community
Suicide prevention and mental health promotion
Military communities, readiness, and resilience
Systems change, including organizational and culture change in the military and other community serving systems
Public health workforce competencies and career pipelines
Data visualization and dissemination
Candidates hired for the position may work remotely within the United States (U.S.) or from one of our U.S. office locations. This does not include U.S. territories.
About AIR:
Established in 1946, with headquarters in Arlington, Virginia, AIR is a nonpartisan, not-for-profit institution that conducts behavioral and social science research and delivers technical assistance to solve some of the most urgent challenges in the U.S. and around the world. We generate evidence and apply data-driven solutions that expand opportunities and improve lives for all.
Responsibilities:
The responsibilities for the position include:
Manage or help manage large, complex research projects or a series of smaller projects.
Ensure that all task activities and deliverables are completed on time, are of high quality, and align with client expectations.
Develop strategic plans and timelines for products.
Manage and mentor staff to build their prevention expertise.
Oversee the planning, design, and implementation of research projects, including methods, procedures and reporting.
Develop conceptual frameworks that address research and evaluation topics.
Lead the review, analyses, and syntheses of data and visualization using appropriate practices and techniques and ensure that projects are designed around client needs with sound methodology.
Serve as an expert in the field and disseminate findings through publication of papers, progress and technical reports, and presentation at seminars and research conferences.
Curate external relationships and visibility by engaging thought leaders, innovators, and implementation partners across the public health arena.
Qualifications
Education, Knowledge, and Experience
PhD in related subject area (Anthropology, Economics, Sociology, Public Health, Psychology, or related field) with a minimum of 3 years of related experience, or a Master's degree and at least 7 years of related experience
Extensive experience and expertise in issues related to a public health approach to prevention and demonstrated ability to apply this knowledge to real-world policy and programmatic decision-making
Thought leader with sophisticated understanding of the landscape of violence prevention and evidence gaps in public health, as demonstrated through publications/presentations, award of contracts and grants, and overall body of work
Demonstrated success in leading field-based research projects
Demonstrated experience in leading projects utilizing data visualization and interpretation, rapid-cycle evaluations, complex qualitative designs, or other cutting-edge methodologies
Extensive project leadership and business development experience, including proposal writing, project management, staff supervision and report writing
Knowledge of the landscape of what works to prevent violence across the social ecology
Skills
Expertise in the public health approach to primary prevention of violence
Experience at adapting evidence-based activities to meet the need of different communities
Collaborative leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills at a senior level
Proven ability to develop research staff capacity in research design and methods, project management, client relationships, research publication and business development
Commitment to AIR's Mission and the application of research findings for the benefit of stakeholders
Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy when writing
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with individuals at all levels and backgrounds
Data fluency, including comfort with leading technical data analytic and visualization teams
Excellent communication skills with the ability to work efficiently in a virtual work environment
Flexible and adaptive to evolving landscapes and science
Disclosures:
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis. Employment-based visa sponsorship (including H-1B sponsorship) is not available for this position. Depending on project work, qualified candidates may need to meet certain residency requirements.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. AIR adheres to strict child safeguarding principles.
All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo reference and background checks. AIR maintains a drug-free work environment.
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AIR is aware of individuals falsely presenting themselves as AIR representatives. Fraudulent job scams seek to extract sensitive information or money from victims. To protect yourself, please be aware that AIR recruitment will only email you from an “@air.org” domain. Please take extra caution while examining the email address, for example ************ is correct and ******************* is not a legitimate AIR email address.
If you are unsure of the legitimacy of a communication you have received, please reach out to *******************. If you see a job scam, or lose money to one, report it to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) at ReportFraud.ftc.gov. You can also report it to your state attorney general. Find out more about how to avoid scams atftc.gov/scams. Please note, each section of the application is required in order for you to be considered for this opportunity. If you do not complete the required screening questions, or if you close your browser before completing each section of the application, your application will not be submitted for this position. American Institutes for Research is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to excellence through diversity. Minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. American Institutes for Research's commitment to Diversity goes beyond legal compliance to its full integration in our strategy, operations and work environment. Diversity is valued and Inclusion is reflected in all efforts to recruit, develop, and engage the diverse staff needed to accomplish our mission.
ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE: If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a physical or mental disability, please send an email to Taliba Boone at ************** or call ************.
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AIR's Total Rewards Program, is designed to reward our staff competitively and motivate them to achieve our critical mission. This position offers the anticipated annual salary as listed. Salary offers are made based on internal equity within the institution and external equity with competitive markets. Please note this is the annual salary range for candidates that are based in the United States.
Anticipated Annual Salary Range$122,000-$162,700 USD
$122k-162.7k yearly Auto-Apply 1d ago
(Hybrid) Program Specialist, Critical Needs
The Chicago Community Trust 3.7
Chicago, IL jobs
Job Description
The Critical Needs team works towards a future with a strengthened safety net of essential services across Chicago and Cook County that enhances individual and community stability and economic security by supporting nonprofits and initiatives that increase access to housing, food, and other fundamental human services. As it has since it was founded, the Trust responds with funding to unanticipated and ongoing crises affecting the region (e.g., the COVID-19 pandemic, community safety) and often in partnership with other philanthropic, government, corporate, and civic actors. The Critical Needs team is situated within the People, Power and Policy Team and works in close collaboration with the Trust's Policy Change and Collective Power teams.
The Program Specialist reports to the Director, Critical Needs. The Program Specialist is primarily responsible for informing strategy and executing grantmaking that responds to community- identified and unanticipated emerging needs. The Program Specialist facilitates the Trust's process to make these grants and deploy both the Trust's unrestricted and restricted funds to achieve the Trust's charitable mission and to honor donor intent. The Program Specialist also supports the development of projects including pilot efforts, and engages cohorts of grant recipients, often in collaboration with other Community Impact teams on topics such as housing stability, human services, health and well-being. Key tasks include research; relationship management, managing grant processes; and project management. The Program Specialist must be able to prioritize multiple tasks, be a strong communicator and able to engage diverse internal and external stakeholders, including direct service providers, donors and philanthropic partners.
Position Responsibilities:
Grantmaking Operations & Process Management
Researches organizations that match the intended use of restricted funds to consider them for invite-only grants
Manages applicant intake, data entry, and ongoing tracking to ensure timely and accurate processing of submissions
Collaborates with the Learning and Impact team to develop impact frameworks for funding opportunities, grant level outcomes, and measures of progress
Works closely with the Trust's Learning and Impact and Grants Management team to gain approval for funding opportunities
Plans, coordinates, and participates in meetings with applicants and internal teams to support due diligence, relationship building, and informed decision-making
Reviews individual grants including conducting financial and organizational due diligence
Drafts grant recommendations for review and submission through the Trust's grant approval process.
Monitors key milestones, deadlines, and review cycles according to the Trust approval guidelines and process
Communicates directly with grant applicants to provide clarity and guidance on the Trust's application, review and approval processes
Works with Grants Management to provide support to grant applicants and recipients navigating the Trust's grants management system
Maintains calendars, workflows, and shared project management tools
Reviews grant reports and works with Learning and Impact to collect, synthesize and share learnings from funding opportunities, pilots or other initiatives to inform future strategy
Helps develop, plan and execute on the logistics for grant partner convenings
Applicant & Grant Recipient Support
Serves as primary point of contact for grant applicants and partners, and as relationship manager as requested.
Supports and develops relationships with potential restricted fund grant applicants to determine if organization is in alignment with donor intent and identifies opportunities to align funds with the values and strategic priorities of the Trust
Demonstrates responsiveness and professionalism in all partner interactions, ensuring positive experiences for grant recipients and collaborators
Team Coordination & Collaboration
Coordinates, schedules, and facilitates regular meetings for responsive grantmaking including creating agendas developed with input from the Director and Senior Director of Critical Needs and Associate Vice President of Community Impact
Develops a systematic approach to responsive grantmaking internally that enables collaboration and cooperation with Grants Management and Learning and Impact so that both the Trust's and grant recipients' needs are incorporated
Supports the development and creation of reports and presentations for internal and external audiences
Shares program content and stories with Strategic Communications team to highlight the work
Maintains and tracks the Responsive & Restricted Fund Grantmaking budgets and reports on expended and remaining funds.
Partners with the other People, Power and Policy Impact Coordinators & Program Specialists on administrative budgets and other special projects
Serves as a connector between internal teams, grant recipient partners, and philanthropic collaborators to ensure transparent communication and follow-through
Critical Needs Strategy Development
Supports the research and development of new strategies or revised projects, pilots, and cohorts
Collects information, conducts informational interviews with stakeholders, and gathers information from existing collaborations with funding partners to develop RFPs
Conducts and synthesizes research on issues the team is exploring to inform strategy and execution (e.g., housing stability, income security/caregiving)
Provides project and task management support of internal and external efforts to achieve intermediate and overarching project goals
Position Competencies:
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate a basic proficiency level in the following:
Communication. Clearly communicates ideas, plans and priorities to others and acknowledges differing views; understands and can execute basic communications using the concept of storytelling.
Organizational Agility. Views change as an opportunity, works well in uncertain times and appropriately levels up challenges or threats.
Problem Solving. Gathers facts and information to solve problems directly related to one's own role and functional responsibilities.
Strategic Thinking. Understands the broad picture and strategic vision of the Trust and how they support impact from the CN and CI perspective on providing funding for basic needs in the region.
Relationship Building and Cultivation. Is accessible and approachable to others; supports colleagues and remains in contact with existing networks.
Collaboration. Works with colleagues across departments to collaborate and achieve organizational goals.
And should demonstrate a proficiency level in the following:
Customer Service. Identifies opportunities to exceed internal and external partner expectations.
Project Management. Understands the process of breaking down projects into smaller components and managing each workflow from beginning to end.
Identifies and implements process improvements to make grantmaking workflows more efficient and equitable.
Documents best practices and standard operating procedures to enhance consistency across funding programs.
Compliance. Interacts directly with grant recipient to work through and solve potential compliance issues or one-off questions regarding the process.
Grant Strategy. Understands the types of grants required to meet the needs of communities and is able to execute methods of funding to meet needs in collaboration with RFP development teams.
Position Qualifications
Three-to-five years of work experience in a project/program management role, human services and crisis response work preferred
Three-to-five years of work experience in managing grants operations, including issuing Requests for Proposals (RFPs), providing technical assistance,reviewing applications, awarding grants, and tracking impact
Experience working across multiple stakeholders in a complex environment while achieving results
Experience in project development and project management
Strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to listen well, convey thoughts clearly, speak in public and to a wide variety of audiences, and work effectively as a member of a team
Demonstrated skills in facilitation, relationship building, and collaborative planning.
Technical skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, Teams) and experience or willingness to learn Salesforce databases
Experience in project management, with the ability to assess and resolve implementation issues and to establish best practices.
Strong interpersonal skills, written communication, and comfort with cross-cultural communication.
$48k-61k yearly est. 11d ago
Senior Organizer, Economic Freedom
Community Change 3.7
Chicago, IL jobs
This is a full-time position that requires a combination of highly developed organizing skills, administrative skills, research ability, relational ability, familiarity with models of community organizing training, experience developing and executing organizing campaigns and base building initiatives to move campaign targets, and great attention to detail for program evaluation and deliverable tracking.
A portion of time will be spent working with Community Change's sister organization, Community Change Action.
This is a 1-year flex position.
Principal Responsibilities:
Organize a base of individuals who are eligible for Guaranteed Income programs in Chicago, Cook County, and other potential target locations, in or out of state.
Advance Community Change's overall strategy to build a direct base of impacted persons by regularly conducting to 1:1s and moving identified persons through an engagement ladder.
Work with grassroots partners to advance local/state policy campaigns that advance wins on critical economic freedom issue priorities with base building/power building and governance implications for the partner and Community Change/Action.
Coordinate rapid response and cross-team Community Change campaigns to develop state or national strategies, actions, and campaigns as necessary.
Provide strategic support, broad campaign training development, and overall coordination for our organizing work in areas of need across the organization.
Support and build the organizing and campaigns training capacity of impacted persons, existing and new partner organizations to build their power to win changes at the local, state and federal levels.
Report and track campaign and partner progress.
Support communications efforts to the field and broader audiences.
Provide additional capacity to inform or implement On-line to Off-line organizing strategy and tactics.
This position reports to: Organizing Director, Economic Freedom
Supervisory Responsibility: N/A
Salary & benefits: Annual salary of $90,000 - $105,000. Community Change also offers an excellent benefits package, which includes 4 weeks of annual paid vacation; additional paid holiday leave between December 24 and January 1 and a Summer break the week of July 4th; 8% employer contribution to retirement account after six months of employment (and 3% employer contribution for the first 6 months); and a choice of generous health insurance plans.
Travel Requirements: Up to 50%.
Classification: Community Change recognizes a staff bargaining unit affiliated with IFPTE Local 70, a union for non-profit workers. This position is included in Community Change's bargaining unit and covered under the terms of the collective bargaining agreement.
Location: This is a remote position, however, the ideal candidate would be willing to relocate to and/or be based in the Chicago metro area. Eastern time zone hours.
Equal Opportunity: Our vision of a better world centers the leadership of impacted people of color to move our work on immigrant rights, economic justice, and racial equity, including a focus on jobs and housing, early childhood care and education, income supports, and immigration reform. We strongly encourage the interest and applications of people of color, women, and people in the disabled and LGBTQ+ communities. Community Change is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Closing Date of Position: As soon as filled.
As part of our hiring process, we will conduct a background check at the time of offer. This will be completed in compliance with applicable laws and will not be initiated without your consent.
Click here to learn more about our employee benefits and Community Change's values
Qualifications
Minimum of 5 years of experience in organizing in labor, or other membership based institutions.
Experience developing and executing campaign plans to move targets, and great attention to detail for program evaluation and deliverables tracking.
Relational capacity; ability to work democratically and effectively with diverse groups and people.
Strong team player, familiar with team dynamics and willing to work in a team environment; experience and comfort working as part of a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural team.
Strong commitment to racial, gender justice and social change.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
The ability to produce consistent, quality work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work at a macro level, keeping in mind the broader vision, while also attending to operational details.
Adaptive work style that includes taking initiative and working independently and also a willingness to meet expectations and deadlines set by others such as a supervisor or team leader.
Capacity and willingness to work some flexible hours and to travel.
Demonstrated ability to conceive and execute creative, breakthrough strategic initiatives to achieve goals.
Comfortable using cloud-based technology including Google Workspace and dynamic databases like Salesforce.
The ability to speak a language used by key constituents is a plus.
$31k-38k yearly est. 16d ago
Content Strategist-Remote
System One 4.6
Springfield, IL jobs
Type: Full Time Pay Range: Negotiable **Primary Function** The Content Strategist serves as the editorial architect of client's corporate narrative, product storytelling, and owned content ecosystem. This role ensures that every piece of content - from executive commentary and event coverage to social posts and website articles - aligns to strategic messaging, brand campaign objectives, and editorial priorities. Acting as both planner and storyteller, the Content Strategist oversees the development and coordination of the company-wide editorial calendar, ensuring cohesion across all of client's channels, including the corporate website, blog, newsroom, newsletters, and social platforms. They will work cross-functionally with brand, product, research, events, and executive teams to identify storytelling opportunities, streamline planning, and bring a consistent narrative thread through all content touchpoints. This position is ideal for a strategic communicator who thrives at the intersection of content, narrative, and audience - someone who can zoom out to see the big picture while staying rounded in the details of execution and channel alignment.
**Duties & Responsibilities**
Editorial strategy & governance
Develop, implement, and maintain overarching editorial strategy and governance model across owned channels
Own the company-wide editorial calendar - ensuring visibility, alignment, and narrative consistency across all business units and initiatives
Partner with Brand and Campaign teams to draft and execute content strategies
Evaluate upcoming product milestones, executive appearances, and corporate announcements to shape integrated storytelling plans
Partner with social, web, and brand teams to ensure tone, format, and visual identity remain consistent across platforms Identify opportunities to repurpose and extend existing content into new formats (articles, videos, posts, newsletters) Campaign & narrative integration
Translate corporate and product-level priorities into editorial themes and campaign-aligned storytelling opportunities
Collaborate with product and PR teams to ensure launches, partnerships, and updates are reflected cohesively across owned channels
Support the development of multi-channel content strategies around flagship events, research publications, and thought leadership moments
Serve as the editorial lead for cross-functional campaigns - ensuring that content across ecosystem ties back to overarching narratives and business goals
Content planning & operations
Maintain a 360-degree view of all planned content - ensuring balance, timing, and alignment across executives, business units, and brand channels
Facilitate editorial planning sessions with stakeholders to prioritize key moments and ensure proactivity
Oversee briefing, development, and review workflows to ensure deadlines, accuracy, and strategic relevance are met
Partner with analytics and social teams to integrate performance insights into ongoing editorial decisions
Performance & reporting
Support monthly and campaign-level performance tracking by pulling data, preparing reports, and helping identify patterns in audience engagement
Contribute to insights that inform ongoing improvements to social content and strategy
Support cross-functional requests from other departments, ensuring timely delivery and brand alignment
**Skills & Qualifications**
Ability to connect dots across teams, products, and narratives to form a cohesive editorial vision
Strong writing, editing, and storytelling instincts with a sharp eye for message consistency and quality
Skilled at managing input and alignment across multiple stakeholders
Highly organized, deadline-driven, and capable of managing multiple overlapping initiatives
Deep understanding of how content performs across web, social, and owned platforms
Ability to interpret engagement data to refi ne editorial direction and inform strategy
Thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment where priorities shift quickly
Team-oriented mindset with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally
**Education & Experience**
Minimum of 7 years of experience in editorial strategy, content marketing, or communications
Proven experience managing multi-channel content programs
Experience coordinating cross-functional stakeholders and managing editorial calendar or content workflows
Strong understanding of digital storytelling, social media ecosystems, and content lifecycle management
Possess an entrepreneurial attitude and a genuine passion for the Web3 space
TeamPeople, a division of System One, is an organization dedicated to providing superior customer service. Outstanding customer service encompasses everything from performing the technical, creative and operational aspects of our jobs to the best of our ability, to going the extra mile to assist our customers and colleagues in any way. TeamPeople not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.
We respect, value and celebrate the unique attributes, characteristics and perspectives that make each person who they are. We also believe that bringing diverse individuals together allows us to collectively and more effectively address the issues that face our customers. It is our aim, therefore, that our partners, strategies and investments reflect these core values. TeamPeople is dedicated to providing superior customer service and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
TeamPeople, a division of System One, is an organization dedicated to providing superior customer service. Outstanding customer service encompasses everything from performing the technical, creative and operational aspects of our jobs to the best of our ability, to going the extra mile to assist our customers and colleagues in any way. TeamPeople not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.
We respect, value and celebrate the unique attributes, characteristics and perspectives that make each person who they are. We also believe that bringing diverse individuals together allows us to collectively and more effectively address the issues that face our customers. It is our aim, therefore, that our partners, strategies and investments reflect these core values. TeamPeople is dedicated to providing superior customer service and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
$72k-102k yearly est. 20d ago
Research Associate, Health Innovations
American Institutes for Research 4.5
Chicago, IL jobs
Join AIR as a Research Associate with our Health Innovations team. Our team works collaboratively to unravel the intertwined challenges of health care quality, costs, and access. Our team of experts - nurses, physicians, psychologists, economists, sociologists, data scientists, and public health experts - advance evidence and save lives by leading rigorous research and evaluation; results-driven technical assistance and training; and leading-edge data science and technology tools.
This position has the flexibility to work remotely within the United States (U.S.) or from one of AIR's U.S. office locations. This does not include U.S. territories.
About AIR:
Founded in 1946 and headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, the American Institutes for Research (AIR) is a nonpartisan, not-for-profit organization that conducts behavioral and social science research and delivers technical assistance to address some of the most pressing challenges in the United States and globally. We generate evidence and apply data-driven solutions that expand opportunities and improve lives for all.
Responsibilities:
Assist project teams in compiling and synthesizing information (e.g., conducting literature reviews and policy scans).
Prepare and assist with primary source data collection through interviews, focus groups, and surveys; organize materials; and contribute to content development.
Participate in the collection and review of research and evaluation data.
Analyze quantitative and qualitative research data and contribute to the reporting and interpretation of findings.
Prepare documents, portions of reports, briefs, charts, and graphs that describe and interpret findings of analyses.
Support proposal writing and business development activities.
Support project management tasks, including developing project timelines, coordinating meetings, and tracking project progress.
Qualifications:
Education, Knowledge, and Experience
Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of experience, or a Master's degree in the social sciences or related fields.
Experience conducting quantitative and/or qualitative data collection.
Experience using qualitative or quantitative data analysis software programs.
Experience using Python, R, or STATA or using Atlas.TI, NVivo, or Dedoose are a plus.
Skills
Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in data collection and report writing.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite.
Effective communication skills with the ability to collaborate efficiently in a virtual work environment.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Disclosures: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis. Employment-based visa sponsorship (including H-1B sponsorship) is not available for this position. Depending on project work, qualified candidates may need to meet certain residency requirements.
American Institutes for Research is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. AIR adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo reference and background checks. AIR maintains a drug-free work environment.
ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE: If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a physical or mental disability, please send an email to Taliba Boone at tboone@air.orgor call ************.
Fraudulent Job Scams Warning & Disclaimer: AIR is aware of individuals falsely presenting themselves as AIR representatives. Fraudulent job scams seek to extract sensitive information or money from victims. To protect yourself, please be aware that AIR recruitment will only email you from an “@air.org” domain. Please take extra caution while examining the email address, for example ************ is correct and ******************* is not a legitimate AIR email address. If you are unsure of the legitimacy of a communication you have received, please reach out *********************. If you see a job scam, or lose money to one, report it to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) at ReportFraud.ftc.gov. You can also report it to your state attorney general. Find out more about how to avoid scams atftc.gov/scams.
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AIR's Total Rewards Program, is designed to reward our staff competitively and motivate them to achieve our critical mission. This position offers the anticipated annual salary as listed. Salary offers are made based on internal equity within the institution and external equity with competitive markets. Please note this is the annual salary range for candidates that are based in the United States.
Anticipated Hourly Rate Range$28-$38 USD
$28-38 hourly Auto-Apply 12d ago
Senior Process Optimization Specialist
American Institutes for Research 4.5
Chicago, IL jobs
AIR is seeking a strategic and action-oriented Senior Process Optimization Specialist to champion design efforts and operational excellence initiatives that support enterprise-wide process optimization. Reporting to the Director of Process Optimization, this role will apply human-centered and design thinking efforts to reimagine workflows, improve operational efficiency, and enhance user experience across the organization. The role also plays a critical role in leading change management efforts to ensure successful adoption and sustainability of new processes and solutions.
Candidates hired for the position may work remotely within the United States (U.S.) or from one of our U.S. office locations. This does not include U.S. territories.
About AIR:
Founded in 1946 and headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, the American Institutes for Research (AIR) is a nonpartisan, not-for-profit organization that conducts behavioral and social science research and delivers technical assistance to address some of the most pressing challenges in the United States and globally. We generate evidence and apply data-driven solutions that expand opportunities and improve lives for all.
Key Responsibilities:
Shape and Execute Optimization Strategy: As a key member of the process optimization team, shape and design strategies that drive process optimization efforts that align with organizational goals and translate into actionable outcomes.
Identify and Prioritize Opportunities: Use data, stakeholder input, and service design tools to identify high-impact areas for optimization.
Lead Design Thinking Sprints: Use human-centered design thinking methods to uncover user needs, generate insights, and guide cross-functional teams in co-creating solutions that improve user experience and operational outcomes.
Lead Prototyping and User Testing Initiatives: Build high-fidelity prototypes to visualize and refine process optimization strategies. Facilitate user testing sessions to validate solutions, gather feedback, and ensure alignment with user needs and organizational goals.
Drive Change Management: Develop and implement change management strategies to support adoption of new processes, including stakeholder engagement, communications, training, and feedback loops.
Measure and Communicate Impact: Track design outcomes and communicate value to stakeholders and leadership.
Qualifications:
Education, Knowledge, and Experience
Bachelor's Degree and 9+ years of experience; Master's Degree and 7+ years of experience; Doctoral Degree and 3+ years of experience.
Demonstrated experience leading operational improvement, design thinking, and change management initiatives in complex organizations.
Background in research, technical assistance, or mission-driven organizations.
Track record of translating abstract concepts into tangible tools and processes.
Skills
Expertise in design thinking, service design, or human-centered design.
Strong facilitation, storytelling, and communication skills.
Proven change and project management skills.
Ability to work collaboratively across cross-functional teams.
Understanding of other common process improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Agile).
Proficiency with design and project management tools such as Miro, Figma, Airtable, or similar.
Familiarity with behavioral insights and their application in process design and change management.
Disclosures: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis. Employment-based visa sponsorship (including H-1B sponsorship) is not available for this position. Depending on project work, qualified candidates may need to meet certain residency requirements.
American Institutes for Research is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. AIR adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo reference and background checks. AIR maintains a drug-free work environment.
ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE: If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a physical or mental disability, please send an email to Taliba Boone at tboone@air.orgor call ************.
Fraudulent Job Scams Warning & Disclaimer: AIR is aware of individuals falsely presenting themselves as AIR representatives. Fraudulent job scams seek to extract sensitive information or money from victims. To protect yourself, please be aware that AIR recruitment will only email you from an “@air.org” domain. Please take extra caution while examining the email address, for example ************ is correct and ******************* is not a legitimate AIR email address. If you are unsure of the legitimacy of a communication you have received, please reach out *********************. If you see a job scam, or lose money to one, report it to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) at ReportFraud.ftc.gov. You can also report it to your state attorney general. Find out more about how to avoid scams atftc.gov/scams.
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AIR's Total Rewards Program, is designed to reward our staff competitively and motivate them to achieve our critical mission. This position offers the anticipated annual salary as listed. Salary offers are made based on internal equity within the institution and external equity with competitive markets. Please note this is the annual salary range for candidates that are based in the United States.
Anticipated Annual Salary Range$130,000-$165,000 USD
$130k-165k yearly Auto-Apply 46d ago
Tradeshow and Fulfillment Associate
Smithbucklin 4.2
Chicago, IL jobs
Smithbucklin, a 650-person, employee-owned professional services company with more than 70 years of success serving the association market, is looking for a : Tradeshow and Fulfillment Associate to join our team in Chicago or Washington DC. Our Event Services unit provides meeting, convention, event and tradeshow management worldwide through the expertise of our meeting professionals, who manage every facet and detail of our client organizations' events. Our goal is to work closely with a client organization's leaders to create an enjoyable conference experience for all attendees, exhibitors and sponsors, while ensuring a successful outcome based on the organizations' event objectives.
What You Will Do
* Assist and contribute to the planning of meetings, events, tradeshows and registration (e.g. pre-show mailings, exhibitor customer service, searches for future sites, supplier coordination, sponsor fulfillment and tracking, sponsor correspondence, clerical support and post event support and evaluations)
* Handle financial reconciliation, to include processing invoices, collecting past-due payments and reconciling monthly with our accounting team
* Prepare statistical reports
* Ensure accurate and timely entering of records and information into database system for registration or exhibitor database
* Assist with planning responsibilities for multiple clients and meetings
* Facilitate continuous communication between Smithbucklin units, clients and exhibitors/sponsors, attendees, and suppliers to meet the needs of client organizations
* Oversee and manage temporary staff (data entry, filing, etc.)
This Role Might Be for You If…
* You are highly detail oriented with strong multi-tasking and time management skills, including the ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks conforming to shifting priorities, demands and timelines
* You have the ability to work both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
* You have applicable analytical and problem-solving skills
* You possess strong written and oral communication skills
* You have strong interpersonal skills and a high degree of responsibility, initiative and professionalism
* You have demonstrated customer service skills (phone skills, in person, email)
* You have the ability to lift 40 pounds
* You have the ability to travel 10-15%, both domestic and international, and work overtime as needed to attend events and client meetings (may include weekends)
Basic Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year institution
* 1-2 years relevant professional experience
Preferred Qualifications
* At least 1 year of experience in an event planning environment is a plus
* Proficiency with basic computer programming, including the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Where Do You Fit?
Whether you are just beginning your career or are a mid- or senior-level professional, working at Smithbucklin will offer you countless opportunities to develop transferrable skills, acquire meaningful knowledge and gain rich experiences at an accelerated pace. By working collaboratively with smart, ambitious, multi-talented, genuine and hardworking colleagues, you will build meaningful, deep and enduring relationships that will serve you well throughout your career, regardless of your chosen path. In addition, as a 100 percent employee-owned company, Smithbucklin offers all of our people - regardless of position or compensation - an equal chance to experience the fulfillment and reap the benefits of ownership. As owners, our employees control the destiny of Smithbucklin and are unified in the goal of building a great, enduring company.
Our hybrid environment offers you the option of working from home two days per week. Employees will work a standard 40-hour week, with the possibility of additional hours based on project deadlines.
Smithbucklin considers several factors when determining compensation, including a candidate's recent coursework, training, experience, and certifications, among other considerations. The expected pay for this role is $50,000 for Chicago and $53,000 for Washington DC.
Equal Employment Opportunity
At Smithbucklin, Equal Employment Opportunity is our commitment and goal. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status or any other protected status designated by federal, state or local law. Applicants are encouraged to confidentially self-identify when applying. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a reference and background investigation based on position.
Smithbucklin will not sponsor applicants for work visas and as a precondition of employment, you must be authorized to work in the United States permanently.
$50k-53k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Summer Law Clerk 2026
Hillel International 3.8
Chicago, IL jobs
Summer Law Clerk Hillel International
Hillel International's General Counsel Office is seeking a collaborative, efficient, detail oriented summer law clerk to support our team with legal research and analysis. The office provides a wide range of legal services to Hillel International, the world's largest and most inclusive Jewish campus organization serving 160,000 college students each year.
The law clerk will work closely with Hillel's Senior Vice President & General Counsel and Assistant General Counsel, particularly on matters related to non-profit governance, intellectual property, and any other legal needs that come up. The position is part-time for 10-15 hours/week, running from June 8, 2026 to July 24, 2026, and offers $20/hour. The position is mostly remote, with expectations to meet in person in the Chicago coworking space roughly once every one to two weeks. Because of this, the candidate must be based out of Chicago this summer. The clerk should either be an incoming 2L, 3L, or recent law school graduate. Interested candidates may reach out to Assistant General Counsel Ariel Katz at **************** for additional information. #LI-Remote
About Hillel International
In 1923, Rabbi Benjamin Frankel started Hillel with humble means, a noble mission and a breathtaking vision: to convey Jewish civilization to a new generation. Today, Hillel International continues to enrich the lives of Jewish students and is the largest Jewish campus organization in the world at nearly 1,000 colleges and universities across North America and around the world. As Hillel evolves as an organization, the mission remains steadfast: to create lasting connections with every Jewish student that foster an enduring commitment to Jewish life, learning, and Israel and train them to become the next Jewish leaders.
Hillel is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an accepting and inclusive environment for all.
$20 hourly Auto-Apply 1d ago
Editorial Intern (IVP)
Intervarsity USA 4.4
Lisle, IL jobs
Schedule:
Part time To advance the purpose of InterVarsity Press, this position will participate in an editorial internship to learn various aspects of the Christian publishing business, including project acquisitions, manuscript development, and publishing processes, and contribute to the fulfillment of tasks to further departmental goals. This position can be tailored to meet school credit requirements.Summer Internship - start date flexible, approximately June 1, 2026
Pay: $17/hour Time: 160 hours total during a 6-12 week period, schedule is negotiable As an internship, there are not benefits for this position outside of paid holidays.Location: Lisle, IL (hybrid or remote work agreement by arrangement, IVP cannot currently hire in Missouri or California or outside the United States) MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIESPersonal:• Be a maturing disciple of Jesus Christ: growing in love for God, God's Word, God's people of every ethnicity and culture, and God's purposes in the world
Assist with assigned projects. Some examples include:
Engage with the book publication process from acquisition through production
Review and evaluate book proposals
Review manuscripts and write developmental reader reports
Draft descriptive copy for books
Engage with internal book data
Enter and review manuscript corrections
Proofread endorsements, descriptive copy, and author bio for books (CMOS style)
Proofread ebooks
Attend key team meetings
Do market research and present findings, as needed
Assist with special editorial projects, as needed
QUALIFICATIONS• Annually affirm InterVarsity's Statement of Faith• High school degree and enrolled in an undergraduate program• Effective oral and written communication skills• Ability to maintain accurate records and files• Ability to take charge of tasks and work independently without close supervision• Ability to develop procedures for doing work• Ability to work under the pressure of deadlines• Open to learn new concepts, methods and skills• A working knowledge of current Microsoft software applications (Word, Access, Excel, and PowerPoint) is preferred• Familiarity with social media channels, especially Instagram• Comfort with Internet applications and learning new online tools as needed• Demonstrated ability and commitment to work in a diverse team environment
Benefits:
We offer a competitive benefits package, including health care and retirement savings with a match. Eligibility is based on employee type and hours worked. Benefits include the following:
403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
403(b) matching contributions
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discounts
Flexible work schedule
Flexible spending accounts
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Vision insurance
Equal Employment Opportunity:
InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA is both an equal opportunity employer and a faith-based religious organization. We conduct hiring without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, marital status, parental status, membership in any labor organization, political ideology, or disability of an otherwise qualified individual. The status of InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA as an equal opportunity employer does not prevent the organization from hiring staff based on their religious beliefs so that all staff share the same religious commitment. Pursuant to the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 702 (42 U.S.C. 2000e 1(a)) InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA has the right to, and does, hire only candidates who agree with InterVarsity's Statement of Agreement: Purpose and Doctrinal Basis because InterVarsity believes that each and every staff plays a vital role in advancing InterVarsity's mission and purposes.
$17 hourly Auto-Apply 1d ago
Learning Environment Field Consultant I
Demco 4.2
Peoria, IL jobs
At Demco, we're on a mission to provide innovative solutions that empower education communities and libraries. With over 120 years of experience, we're not just selling products, we're transforming learning environments. As part of our team, you'll work remotely to drive sales and build relationships with key decision-makers in K-12 schools and public libraries in your territory. If you're passionate about education and looking for a role where your efforts directly impact the future of learning, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
About Our Company
Demco is a leader in providing high-quality solutions and services to educational institutions, libraries, and community organizations. Our goal is simple: to spark curiosity and ignite learning. Our dedicated team works closely with clients to offer cutting-edge products, including furniture, supplies, and learning materials, that enhance the educational experience. We're looking to expand our team with someone who shares our commitment to lifelong learning and community impact.
A Day in the Life
As a Learning Environment Field Consultant at Demco, your day-to-day will include:
Start your day with purpose. You'll begin by reviewing your pipeline, following up on yesterday's conversations, and planning your outbound call and email strategy for the day.
Connect and engage. Expect to spend a good portion of your day reaching out to K-12 schools and public libraries-introducing them to innovative learning space and furniture solutions, uncovering needs, and identifying new opportunities.
Get out in the field. You'll schedule and attend in-person or virtual meetings with educators, administrators, and library leaders to build relationships and showcase how our products can transform learning environments.
Hands-on collaboration. When needed, you'll visit customer sites to take measurements, capture photos, and partner with design teams to ensure every proposal is accurate and inspiring.
Represent and network. At times, your workday might be spent setting up at a regional tradeshow-engaging with attendees, demonstrating solutions, and helping grow our brand presence in the education and library markets.
End with impact. You'll wrap up your day by logging activity in the CRM, coordinating with internal teams on next steps for active opportunities, and celebrating wins-both big and small-on your journey toward meeting and exceeding your goals.
Job Requirements
Education & Experience: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
Sales Drive: Prior experience with outbound prospecting or cold calling is highly preferred-you're energized by connecting with new people and uncovering opportunities.
Physical Readiness: Able to participate in tradeshows, including setup and breakdown, and occasionally assist with on-site installations or sample deliveries.
Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication abilities; comfortable presenting to educators, administrators, and library professionals.
Self-Starter Mentality: Highly motivated, competitive, and goal-oriented with a passion for achieving and exceeding sales targets.
Collaboration: Team player who thrives in a supportive environment and works well across departments to deliver an exceptional customer experience.
Adaptability: Excited to learn, grow, and navigate a fast-paced, evolving sales environment.
Ready to make an impact in education? Apply today in less than one minute to join our team as a Learning Environment Field Consultant at Demco. You'll play a key role in transforming learning spaces while enjoying a competitive salary of $50,000 - $80,000, a variable uncapped commission plan that pays $15,000 at quota and comprehensive benefits. We look forward to reviewing your resume and welcoming you to a company where your contributions truly matter.
$50k-80k yearly 27d ago
Senior Technical Assistance Consultant, Career Pathways (Part-Time)
American Institutes for Research 4.5
Chicago, IL jobs
AIR's Education Systems and Policy program area is seeking a Part-Time Senior Technical Assistance (TA) Consultant to support project teams dedicated to meeting clients' needs for advancing career and technical education and expanding career pathways for K-12 students. The Senior TA Consultant will provide technical assistance and capacity-building services to state and local education agencies, with a special emphasis on designing, implementing, and evaluating Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs and career pathways initiatives. This role involves developing resources, training, and guidance to strengthen CTE systems and support student transitions to postsecondary education and careers.
Engagements are typically project-based, part-time, and may vary in duration and hours depending on project needs, ranging from 25-70%.
This position has the flexibility to work remotely within the United States (U.S.) or from one of AIR's U.S. office locations but requires availability to participate in meetings across all continental U.S. time zones. This does not include U.S. territories.
About AIR:
Established in 1946, with headquarters in Arlington, Virginia, AIR is a nonpartisan, not-for-profit institution that conducts behavioral and social science research and delivers technical assistance to solve some of the most urgent challenges in the U.S. and around the world. We generate evidence and apply data-driven solutions that expand opportunities and improve lives for all.
Responsibilities:
The responsibilities for the position include:
Design, develop, and deliver TA and training in various formats (virtual, in-person, hybrid).
Create TA and capacity building materials such as toolkits, guides, fact sheets, and web-based resources.
Provide subject matter expertise on topics such as CTE program design; supporting states to align CTE programs with best practices and industry labor market needs; career exploration and navigation; work-based learning, dual enrollment, and industry-recognized credentials; and industry partnership and engagement.
Facilitate meetings, communities of practice, and stakeholder engagement sessions.
Conduct needs sensing and synthesize needs to generate actionable implementation plans.
Support research activities related to CTE and career pathways, including data collection, analysis, and reporting.
Contribute to reports and presentations that describe and interpret findings for clients, partners, and stakeholders, with a focus on CTE and career readiness.
Collaborate on project teams and manage/lead projects or tasks as assigned.
Qualifications:
Education, Knowledge, and Experience
Ph.D. or Ed.D. with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree with a minimum of 7 years; or Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 9 years of experience in CTE or career pathways.
Previous experience working in a related state agency (e.g. secondary or postsecondary education, workforce, etc.) or regional intermediary with a related focus is preferred but not required.
Knowledge of evidence-based practices for designing and improving CTE and career pathway programs and educator professional development.
Experience providing direct training, coaching, or technical assistance to CTE educators or administrators.
Experience collaborating with CTE and career pathway service providers, curriculum developers, CTSOs, industry leaders or industry associations, researchers, or professional associations.
Skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for working with stakeholders at various levels and from a range of backgrounds.
High attention to detail and a strong commitment to accuracy and quality.
Ability to lead and collaborate effectively in both in-person and virtual environments.
Ability to facilitate engagement across multiple/various stakeholders to make meaning of information generate actionable next steps.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Effective communication skills with the ability to collaborate efficiently in a virtual work environment.
Willingness and ability to travel locally and nationally.
Ability to travel up to 15% of the time.
Disclosures: This position is open to U.S. citizens only. Upon hire, incumbent will be required to obtain clearance through the Electronic Questionnaires for Investigations Processing (e-QIP) system.
American Institutes for Research is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. AIR adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo reference and background checks. AIR maintains a drug-free work environment.
ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE: If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a physical or mental disability, please send an email to Taliba Boone at tboone@air.orgor call ************.
Fraudulent Job Scams Warning & Disclaimer: AIR is aware of individuals falsely presenting themselves as AIR representatives. Fraudulent job scams seek to extract sensitive information or money from victims. To protect yourself, please be aware that AIR recruitment will only email you from an “@air.org” domain. Please take extra caution while examining the email address, for example ************ is correct and ******************* is not a legitimate AIR email address. If you are unsure of the legitimacy of a communication you have received, please reach out *********************. If you see a job scam, or lose money to one, report it to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) at ReportFraud.ftc.gov. You can also report it to your state attorney general. Find out more about how to avoid scams atftc.gov/scams.
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AIR's Total Rewards Program, is designed to reward our staff competitively and motivate them to achieve our critical mission. This position offers the anticipated annual salary as listed. Salary offers are made based on internal equity within the institution and external equity with competitive markets. Please note this is the annual salary range for candidates that are based in the United States.
Anticipated Hourly Rate Range$58-$78 USD
$32k-40k yearly est. Auto-Apply 14d ago
Project Assistant, Social Services Job Training Program - Chicago, IL Region
Hunger Free America 3.6
Chicago, IL jobs
Background:Hunger Free America (HFA) is a national nonprofit organization working to enact the policies and programs needed to end domestic hunger and ensure that all Americans have sufficient access to nutritious food. This position will support implementation of a 4-year Innovation Spark grant from the Albertsons Companies Foundation to provide assistance to 200 individuals in Maryland and Illinois who are unemployed, underemployed or employed in low-wage jobs to obtain living-wage employment in the social services field. The initiative will offer 16-week job training with comprehensive support and guidance, preparing participants for jobs in the social service sector, in which there exist significant vacancies nationwide. Program participants will be trained to engage in outreach and enrollment activities for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Women Infants and Children Program (WIC) and other resources, thereby enhancing the grant's impact and promoting sustainable solutions to hunger within their communities.
Position is part-time. Candidates must live in or within commuting distance to Chicago - or be willing to relocate without relocation assistance - and will spend most days working from a project office in or near the city, with the possibility of working from home on a limited basis.
This position will report to HFA's Project Manager, Social Services Job Training Program - Chicago, IL region.Duties may include:
Work collaboratively with non-profit and government partners to deliver social service training programs that align with participants' and project partners' needs and which meet all applicable rules and regulations
Provide support to the Project Manager
Work collaboratively with local partners and Project Manager to help deliver training program curriculum
Work collaboratively with local partners, Project Manager, and other HFA staff to promote program and recruit program participants
Work collaboratively with Project Manager to conduct various hands-on workshops to help people with lived experience with food insecurity and poverty write resumes, search for jobs, and practice interview skills
Work collaboratively with Project Manager and local partners to hold several job fairs to connect low-income people with social service employers
Collect feedback from program participants to ensure a positive training experience and improve program delivery
Ensure program participant and partner data is properly tracked and managed for both internal purposes and stakeholder engagement and reporting
Ensure compliance with grant requirements and other funding agreements
Provide in-person SNAP eligibility screenings and application assistance
Any other duties as assigned by the Project Manager
Required Experience and Skills:
Experience in anti-hunger/nutrition benefits screening (e.g. SNAP, WIC); working in low-income communities
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is preferred, although people with significant, relevant work experience will be considered
Preference for candidates with three or more years of experience in workforce development, social services, and/or teaching
Excellent written and verbal communications skills for a variety of audiences, including the ability to adjust communication as socially and culturally appropriate
Proven ability to collaborate professionally and effectively with diverse stakeholders
A high-energy self-starter with strong communications, problem-solving, organizing, and interpersonal skills, as well as a demonstrated commitment to fighting poverty and hunger
Interest in social justice issues and addressing systemic issues of domestic food insecurity
Proficiency in using Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; Salesforce knowledge a plus
Bilingual candidates (Spanish or Polish preferred) a plus, but not required
The person in this position:
Must be able to frequently remain in a stationary position
Constantly operates a computer and may use other office machinery
Frequently communicates with fellow staff, partner sites / organizations and clients, and must be able to exchange clear and accurate information in these interactions
Hunger Free America is an equal opportunity employer. People of all races, sexual orientations, ages, faiths, economic and social backgrounds, genders, physical abilities, and national origins are strongly encouraged to apply.
Applications without a resume and cover letter will not be considered.
$28k-33k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Special Events Manager & Regional Senior Philanthropy Officer
American Red Cross 4.3
Chicago, IL jobs
Please use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox when accessing Candidate Home. By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network?
Join us-Where your Career is a Force for Good!
Job Description:
Why Choose us?
Joining The American Red Cross is like nothing else - it's as much something you feel as something you do. You become a vital part of the world's largest humanitarian network. Joining a team of welcoming individuals who are exceptional, yet unassuming. Diverse, yet uncompromising in unity. You grow your career within a movement that matters, where success is measured in people helped, communities made whole, and individuals equipped to never stop changing lives and situations for the better.
When you choose to be a force for good, you'll have mentors who empower your growth along a purposeful career path. You align your life's work with an ongoing mission that's bigger than all of us. As you care for others, you're cared for with competitive compensation and benefits. You join a community that respects who you are away from work as much as what you do while at work.
Where Your Career is a Force for Good!
What you need to know:
Due to an internal promotion, we are looking for a Special Events Manager who will meet fundraising goals and objectives and engage our donors across the Illinois region in meaningful events. In this role, you will lead a team of staff and volunteers to plan, fundraise for, and execute four major fundraising events across the region. This position is part of the development team who support the work within the Illinois region and will report to a Director of Development.
This is a hybrid role where you will support events in-person throughout the Illinois region, and work from our Chicago office (2200 W Harrison Street) on a weekly basis. Flexibility to work remotely when possible.
Where your career is a force for good:
Event Management Responsibilities
* Responsible for the execution of four major fundraising events across the Region raising $2M+ in revenue.
* Collaborate with senior paid and volunteer leadership to secure event sponsorships by supporting the development of prospect lists, proposals, stewardship reports and preparatory meeting and solicitation materials.
* Ensure the distribution of relevant special events information by providing support and counsel to departmental staff and volunteer leadership including serving as staff advisor for all fundraising events related committees.
* Day-to-day supervision of two special events staff who will provide programming, logistical, and administrative support to special events. Additionally, provide project-based management to other departments to ensure effective execution of special events.
* Responsible for the management of all fundraising events from conception to execution, including but not limited to: managing event timelines, developing and maintaining event budgets, managing event committees, ensuring that event fundraising goals are met, developing sponsorship packages, ensuring sponsor benefits are fulfilled, coordinating event collateral, managing event logistics, set-up and day of execution.
Donor Account Management Responsibilities
* Develop and execute ongoing regional strategy for qualifying donors to ensure retention, growth of donor contributions as well as recapture from previous donors.
* Manage assigned portfolio of donors and prospects with intent to form deep relationships. Responsible for minimum annual fundraising goal, including both renewable gifts and new incremental revenue. Develop donor management plans for entire portfolio resulting in strategic, knowledgeable and complex asks.
* Implement a program/activity to identify, cultivate, solicit and steward donors at the $5,000 level or higher, with an emphasis on maximizing revenue for the American Red Cross. Update donor records in Salesforce following donor contacts.
* Carry out any additional assignments required to fulfill the mission of the American Red Cross.
Compensation:
The salary range for this position is: $86,000 - 100,000. You will be eligible to participate in an incentive plan based on annual individual and organization performance.
Note that American Red Cross salaries are aligned to the specific geographic location in which the work is primarily performed. Other factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have, and comparison to other employees already in this role.
This role is not eligible for relocation assistance.
What you need to succeed:
* Education: Bachelor's degree required. Advanced degree highly desirable.
* Experience: Minimum 7 years of sales and/or fundraising experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience required.
* Event planning experience preferred.
* Given the realities of event management, operational flexibility is required to meet sudden and unpredictable needs. Physical conditions may include lifting up to 30 lbs. unassisted, squatting, pushing or pulling heavy weights up and down ramps and stairs. Good manual dexterity, the ability to sit or stand for long periods of time, and ability to adapt to long, irregular hours is required.
* Skills & Abilities: Ability to relate well and work effectively with multiple constituencies and audiences. Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Knowledge of office systems: MS-Office preferred and fundraising database systems (e.g., Raiser's Edge, Salesforce). Ability to work on a team within a collaborative environment and ensure the highest customer service orientation. A current valid driver's license and good driving record is required.
* Travel: Frequent travel within the Illinois region required.
* Combination of candidate's education and general experience satisfies requirements so long as the total years equate to description's minimum education and general experience years combined (Management experience cannot be substituted).
Benefits for you:
We take care of you, while you take care of others. As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive benefits help you in balancing home and work. With our resources and perks, you have amazing possibilities at the American Red Cross to advance the learn.
* Medical, Dental Vision plans
* Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts
* PTO: Starting at 15 days a year; based on FLSA status and tenure
* Holidays: 11 paid holidays comprised of six core holidays and five floating holidays
* 401K with 6% match
* Paid Family Leave
* Employee Assistance
* Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term
* Service Awards and recognition
Physical Requirements:
Physical requirements are those present in normal office environment conditions. Operational flexibility is required to meet sudden and unpredictable needs. Ability to use a personal computer, applicable software, and office equipment for sustained periods of time. May include sitting for long periods of time, driving a vehicle, and working under challenging conditions.
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Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to
make your career a force for good!
The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, San Diego Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and any other applicable state and local laws.
AmeriCorps, the federal agency that brings people together through service, and its partners - the Peace Corps, AmeriCorps Alums, National Peace Corps Association, and the Service Year Alliance - launched Employers of National Service to connect national service alumni with opportunities in the workforce. American Red Cross is proud to be an EONS partner and share our employment opportunities with the network of organizations.
Interested in Volunteering? Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions.
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