We post a weekly resource list featuring key opportunities in Illinois. The Resource List includes workshops, cohorts, career and funding opportunities, and more.

Check out this week's resource list!

These events are presented by state, local and neighborhood organizations.  

The list is also posted to West Side Forward's social media platforms.

Career Opportunities

• Hermosa Neighborhood Association (HNA) is seeking a Community Outreach Ambassador. The deadline to apply is Friday, February 16. To apply send a resume and cover letter to joinhna@ourhermosa.org.

• Chicago BACP is hiring multiple positions including a Labor Standards Investigator and Supervisor of Labor Standards Investigators. The deadline to apply is Friday, February 16 at 11:59 PM CST.

• Commission on Human Relations is seeking a Public Relations Representative. The deadline to apply is Friday, February 23 at 11:59 PM CST.

• Illinois Environmental Council is seeking a Climate Communications Manager and Policy Program Manager. The deadline to apply is Friday, February 23.

• Mayor's Office for People with Disabilities (MOPD) is looking for an Accessibility Instructor. The deadline to apply is Monday, February 26.

• Chicago Appleseed Center for Fair Courts is looking for a part-time Operations Coordinator. The deadline to apply is Friday, March 1.

• Chicago Cares is seeking a Capacity Building and Advisory Services Program Manager and Strategic Engagement Manager.

• Alternatives Youth is hiring across multiple positions including a Restorative Justice Manager, Prevention Specialist, Associate Director of Development, Restorative Justice Case Manager, Behavioral Health Therapist, Community Financial Coach, and more.

• Chicago Food Policy Action Council is hiring a Program Coordinator at the Illinois Regional Food Business Center.

• Housing Authority of Cook County is hiring a Housing Specialist.

• ICNC is seeking a Fundraising Manager.

• Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership is seeking an Accounts Payable and Billing Specialist and Finance and Grants Accountant.

• Illinois Housing Development Authority is looking for an Assistant Director Multifamily Business Development and Originations.

• Elevated Chicago is seeking an Executive Director.

• Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago is looking for a Bricklayer and Associate Civil Engineer.

Workshops

• GAGDC will be hosting a no-cost Utility Bill Relief Workshop on Thursday, February 22 from 10 AM – 11 AM at the Auburn Gresham Healthy Lifestyle Hub. To RSVP 773-483-3696.

Internships

• Chicago Women's Health Center (CWHC) is accepting applications for its Development and Communications internships. The deadline to apply is Sunday, February 18.

Events

• Near North Health and the Chicago Urban League are hosting a Black Wellness Fair on Saturday, February 24 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. This event will take place at the Komed Homan Health Center 4259 S. Berkeley Avenue.
   

Hiring Events

• Metropolitan Family Services is hosting a Job Fair on Tuesday, February 20 from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM at the Midway Center 3843 West 63rd Street. This job fair is for anyone interested in part-time or full-time work in the Early Childhood setting. Call 773- 884-2200.