Chicao Transit Authority (CTA) Job Announcements

POSITION TITLE:  Financial Business Analyst III
SALARY RANGE:  $50,00 - $65,000
APPLY BETWEEN:  July 9 & July 23, 2010

POSITION SUMMARY:  Prepares and researches financial and operational information for analysis and financial impact.  Coordinates activities between the Finance Department and other CTA business units.  Acts as a resource for the General Manager and other analysts.  Analyzes budgetary, financial and statistical data and makes recommendations on the basis of conclusions derived from such analyses.

POSITION TITLE:  Manager, Technical Services - Rail
SALARY RANGE:  $75,000 - $90,000
APPLY BETWEEN:  July 9 & July 23, 2010

POSITION SUMMARY:  Plans and manages the engineering, design, improvement, upgrade, repair, safety, overhaul and maintenance of rail cars and shop equipment, addressing operating issues and problems.  Provides technical suppport for any Rail Operations, Maintenance Operations and Facilities equipment needs.

POSITION TITLE:  Manager, Structural Maintenance
SALARY RANGE:  $85,000 - $98,000
APPLY BETWEEN:  July 9 & July 23, 2010

Position Summary:  Plans, manages and supervises the activities of personnel involved in the inspection, maintenance, repair and construction of structures on the 52.3 miles of the Authority's elevated structure and of other miscellaneous structures, buildings and garages throughout the system.  Coordinates work with outside contractors.  Advises outside consultants and CTA engineering forces on matters concerning various CTA structures.

POSITION TITLE:  Bus Controller
WAGE RATE:  $34.83 Per Hour
APPLY BETWEEN:  July 9 & July 23, 2010

Position Summary:  Monitors buses along the service routes.  Facilitates and supervises communications, coordinates the restoration of service for buses and appropriate personnel and keeps the public informed of any service disruptions.  Assists Control Center Managers in providing timely, accurate and consistent information to Authority personnel.

POSITION TITLE:  Rail Controller
WAGE RATE:  $35.26 Per Hour
APPLY BETWEEN:  July 9 & July 23, 2010

Position Summary:  Monitors trains along the line of road.  Facilitates and supervises communications and coordinates restoration of service for trains.  Keeps the public informed of any service disruptions.

POSITION TITLE:  Power Controller
WAGE RATE:  &36.69 Per Hour
APPLY BETWEEN:  July 9 & July 23, 2010

Position Summary:  Remotely controls and directs the supply of 600-volt DC traction power for the Authority's Rail Transit System.

 

 
DO YOU WANT A REWARDING CAREER IN A GROWING INDUSTRY? 
Electrician 
Pipefitter 
Carpenter 
Plumber 
Painter and more

Orientation:
February 11th, 2010 at 6:00p.m. promptly
Location: The New Skill Builders of the City of Chicago (located inside ACE Tech High School)
5410 S. State Street
Chicago, IL 60609
Phone: (773)548-8601
Classes begin February 2010
To be eligible candidates must: 
Be at least 18 years of age 
Have a high school diploma or GED 
Must be a Chicago Resident 
Have a valid Illinois drivers license 
Score a minimum of 9.0 reading and 8.0 math on the TABE test 
Complete a physical examination 
Submit a birth certificate 
Submit final high school transcripts 
Must have an original Social Security Card 
Complete an interview with NSB staff
Classes meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:p.m. to 9:45 p.m. and on Saturdays from 8:00a.m. to 4:00p.m. 

FREE EMT TRAINING FOR WOMEN
There are jobs NOW available for trained women EMTs (Emercency Medical Technicians)!  You can learn about this exciting career opportunity at www.icnctraining.org.  To participate you must be:
A working woman living in Chicago (or with recent work history)
Committed to a rigorous training program (Saturdays for 7 months beginning in March, 2010)
Able to pass a basic reading/math assessment
Eager to push yourself to the next level (both professionally and personally)
You can receive free training and support (study groups, coaching, tutoring and more) from the Industrial Council of Nearwest Chicago, 2010 W. Fulton Avenue, Suite 280.  Visit www.industrialcouncil.com
 
 
PERSONAL IMPROVEMENT TO BENEFIT CAREER AND EMPLOYMENT
The Center for Working Families has a free resource center that is open to the public to improve your knowledge and skills:
Internet Access - Use this resource to search for employment, schools that provide training, financial information, etc. 
Microsoft Office - Training in WordPerfect, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Publisher. 
Illinois Skills Match - Use this website to find jobs that match your skills and interests. 
Typing Tutor - Use this program to learn or practice standard typing on our "Typing Quick and Easy Program." 
Printers/FAX Machines - Use these to conduct your job search. 
Employment Bulletin Board - Employment oppportunities posted daily. 
Resource Library - Books, career planning books, Microsoft work guides, G.E.D., English, Spanish dictionaires and Financial Career Planning books and Guides.
Locations:
Pilsen Office, 2570 S. Blue Island Avenue, Room 25, 773.890.0055, FAX.773.890.1537.  
Back Of The Yards Office, 4600 S. Wood, 773.927.7712, FAX.773.927.7284. 
Open Monday-Friday, 9am to 5pm.


JOB AVAILABLE 
Plumber, original entrance.
Under supervision, performs skilled manual work in connection with the installation, alternation, maintenance and repair of water, waste, sewage and drainage pipes, plumbing fixtures and accessories.
Requirements:  
The following requirements must be met by March 21, 2010.
Graduation from a standard senior high school or equivalent and completion of an approved apprentice training program in plumbing work, or an equivalent combination of experience and training.  Possession of a valid State of Illinois or City of Chicago Plumber's license. 
Domiciled within the boundaries of the District within six months of successful completion of probation.  (The District is in Cook County, IL, covering approximately 90% of the county area.)
Salary.
The current pay rate is $44.00 per hour.
 
 
*FMI call the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago at 312.751.5600.


NOW EXCEPTING
RESUMES:
Life Directions- Chicago: We are looking for potential Program Assistants to help in addressing the roots of violence among young adults both in the neighborhoods and in the schools. We are a non-profit organization with 37 years of proven accomplishments in motivating at-risk young adults. We are searching for excellent candidates with competencies in networking, community organizing, and listening to young adults (ages, 13-35). If you like a challenge and have the capability and desire to lead in this community-based, values-driven effort email your resume with three references to vanb@lifedirections.org , call 773-265-5806, or mail your cover letter and resume to: 

Van Bensett
414 South Homan, 
Second Floor
Chicago, IL 60624
 
 
CHICAGO POLICE AND FIREFIGHTER TRAINING ACADEMY
The Chicago Public Schools "Chicago Police and Firefighter Training Academy" (CPFTA) program provides training for students interested in careers in public safety, law enforcement, criminal justice and fire science.  The 4-year program was developed jointly by Chicago Public Schools' Department of College and Career Preparation, the Chicago Police Department, the Chicago Fire Department and the City Colleges of Chicago.  The program recruits and trains up to 250 public and non-public high school students each year.  They are looking for high school sophomores (Class of 2012) that might be interested in applying to the program.  If you have questions or comments call Sandra Castillo, CPFTA Program Coordinator, at 773.553.2486 or by e-mail at CPFTA@cps.k12.il.us.  The information is also on their website at www.cpfta.com.  During February, March and April citywide information sessions will be held at the following sites:
Thursday, February 11, Taft HS, 6545 W. Hurlbut Street, 6-7:30pm
Thursday, February 18, Dunbar Career Academy, 3000 S. King Drive, 6-7:30pm
Thursday, February 25, Kennedy King College, 6301 S. Halsted Street, 6-7:30pm
Saturday, February 27, Robert J. Quinn Fire Academy, 558 W. DeKoven Street, 10-11:30am
Thursday, March 4, Kelvyn Park HS, 4343 W. Wrightwood Avenue, 6-7:30pm
Thursday, March 11, Richard J. Daley College, 7500 S. Pulaski Road, 6-7:30pm
Thursday, March 18, Wright College, 4300 N. Narragansett Avenue, 6-7:30pm
Thursday, March 25, Olive-Harvey College, 10001 S. Woodlawn Avenue, 6-7:30pm
Saturday, March 27, Chicago Police Education & Training Academy, 1300 W. Jackson Blvd, 10-11:30am
Thursday, April 8, Best Practice HS, 2040 W. Adams Street, 6-7:30pm
Thursday, April 15, Truman College, 1145 W. Wilson Avenue, 6-7:30pm
Thursday, April 22, Malcolm X College, 1900 W. Van Buren Street, 6-7:30pm
Program Details:
Attend class three days a week from 4-6pm at the Chicago Police Academy or the Chicago Fire Academy
After-school program for students interested in pursuing a career in Public Safety
Opportunity for a paid summer internship if selected
Financial assistance to attend a City College of Chicago
 
 

United States Census 2010
The U.S. Census Bureau is recruiting for temporary
part-time census jobs for the 2010 Census.  The pay
is good, hours are flexible, and the work is close to home.
Find out more about the Census jobs by 
calling: 1-866-861-2010 or
visit:http://census.gov/2010censusjobs/index.php 

Chicago Jobs Council
The Chicago Jobs Council works with its members to ensure access to employment and career advancement opportunities for people in poverty. CJC works with organizations across the city to improve the local and state workforce development system for disadvantaged job seekers and low-wage workers.
Chicago Jobs Council
29 E. Madison Street
Suite 1700
Chicago, IL 60602-4415 
www.cjc.net
Greater West Town Woodworkers Training Program
14 Week Hands-on Job Training; no cost to income eligible applicants; job placement assistance, Machine set-up and operation, Cabinet Construction, Blueprint reading, Wood identification, CNC programming and operation, Solid surface fabrication, Job readiness, Introduction to computers and and more.  Job placement assistance upon graduation.  
Learn more by attending one of our upcoming orientations. 
Greater West Town Project
2045 W. Fulton Street
Chicago, IL 60612
phone:(312)563-9570 
www.gwtp.org
Shipping and Receiving Training Program
12 week training program includes; no cost to qualified participants; job placement assistance.Training includes: basic shipping and receiving procedures; computerized inventory control; forklift operation and OSHA certification; workplace safety and work ethics, warehouse operations; retention support
Next training begins soon!!! Apply today! Call Lilian Lopez at: (312)563-9028
Hablamos Espagnol

Lawndale Christian Health Center
FULL-TIME POSITIONS:
LCHC is a not for profit health center founded in 1984 and is accredited by Joint Commission.  Log on to www.lawndale.org for more information.  Applicants send your resume and letter of interest to:
hr@lawndale.org.  No faxes or phone calls.  
LCHC is seeking candidates for the following positions:  (Vacancies as of December 15, 2008)
1.  Maternal Child Health Support Worker I
2.  HIV Test Counselor
3.  Bilingual (English/Spanish) Operator/Scheduler
4.  Chronic Disease Program Supervisor
PART-TIME POSITIONS:
1.  Bilingual (English/Spanish) Eye Clinic Assistant
2.  Bilingual (English/Spanish) Maternal Child Health RN
3.  Pediatric-Health Support Worker
4.  Maternal Child Health/Health Support Worker II
5.  Bilingual (English/Spanish) Lab Assistants(Phlebotomists)
6.  Care Team Registered Nurses
7.  Pharmacists - full or part time

CHICAGO COMMUNITY KITCHENS
Chicago Community kitchens is a free 12-week course for unemployed and underemployed adults.  To be admitted to the program, applicants must:  
Be 18 years of age or older 
Have a minimum sixth-grade 
proficiency in math and reading 
Be drug free and alcohol free 
Successfully complete the application, basic skills test, drug and alcohol 
Demonstrate a real and continuing interest in developing a career in the food service industry 
assessment, interview and drug screen
For course information and applications, please call the Admissions and Placement Coordinator at 773-843-5414 or visit: www.chicagosfoodbank.org 
 
CITIZENS PROFESSIONAL HEALTH CAREERS
    How to be a Medical Secretary
    Learn 12-Lead EKG Interpretations 
    How to be a Medical Administrator/Medical  Secretary
    How to become a Medical Billing and Coding Specialist

For more information, contact: Elizabeth Hughes, Citizens Professional Health Careers, at (773)522-5056 or (312)519-6587 or visit: www.citizensprofessionalhealthcareers.com


BE A CHEF!!!
CSW CAREER ACADEMY
Culinary Arts High School
1239 S. Pulaski Rd., Chicago, IL 60623
Now accepting applications for the 2009/10 school year.  For more information contact: Mr. Jeff Cooks at (773)522-5133.
 
 
POSITION TITLE:  Financial Business Analyst III
SALARY RANGE:  $50,000 - $65,000
APPLY BETWEEN:  July 9 & July 23, 2010
POSITION SUMMARY:  Prepares and researches financial and operational information for analysis and financial impact.  Coordinates activities between the Finance Department and other CTA business units.  Acts as a resource for the General Manager and other analysts.  Analyzes budgetary, financial and statistical data and makes recommendations on the basis of conclusions derived from such analyses.
 
POSITION TITLE:  Manager, Technical Services - Rail
SALARY RNAGE:  $75,000 - $90,000
APPLY BETWEEN:  July 9 & July 23, 2010
POSITION SUMMARY:  Plans and manages the engineering, design, improvement, upgrade, repair, safety, overhaul and maintenance of rail cars and shop equipment, addressing operating issues and problems.  Provides technical support for anhy Rail Operations, Maintenance Operations and Facilities equipment needs.
 
POSITION TITLE:  Manager, Structural Maintenance
SALARY RANGE:  $85,000 - $98,000
APPLY BETWEEN:  July 9 & July 23, 2010
 

POSITION SUMMARY:  Plans, manages and supervises the activities of personnel involved in the inspection, maintenance, repair and construciton of structures on the 52.3 miles of the Authority's elevated structure and of other miscellaneous structures, buildings and garages throughout the system.  Coordinates work with outside contractors.  Advises outside consultants and CTA engineering forces on matters concerning various CTA structures.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

POSITION TITLE:  Bus Controller
 
 
WAGE RATE:  $34.83 Per Hour
APPLY BETWEEN:  July 9 & July 23, 2010

Position Summary:  Monitors buses along the service routes.  Facilitates and supervises communications, coordinates the restoration of service for buses and appropriate personnel and keeps the public infomred of any service disruptions.  Assists Control Center Managers in providing timely, accurate and consistent information to Authority personnel.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
YOUTH SUMMER JOBS, APPRENTICESHIPS AND INTERNSHIPS  AVAILABLE 
The application for Mayor Daley's Youth Ready Chicago, which offers summer jobs, apprenticeships and internships, is available at www.youthreadychicago.org through June 4th. Young people ages 14-24 are welcome to apply online and can also explore the website for valuable information on resume writing and interviewing tips.
 
The summer youth employment opportunities offered are provided by several partners.  All partners use the online application but each has its own hiring criteria and selection procedures.  This year's partners include:
 
·         After School Matters
·         Chicago Housing Authority
·         Chicago Park District
·         Chicago Public Schools
·         City Colleges of Chicago 
·         Department of Family and Support Services
·         Mayor's Office for People with Disabilities
 
Parents and youth with questions should call 311 or go to www.youthreadychicago.org.
 
PRESS RELEASE: 
MAYOR DALEY REMINDS CHICAGOANS THAT APPLICATIONS FOR THOUSANDS OF PART-TIME U.S. CENSUS JOBS ARE BEING ACCEPTED NOW!
The Mayor also announced the creation of the "Chicago Complete Count Committee", to ensure that all residents are counted when the 2010 Census begins in March.