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

• Illinois Department of Human Rights is seeking a Communications Manager (job #41919) with 3-6 years of experience in communications and media relations. The deadline to apply is Friday, October 18.

• Cook County Assessor's Office is looking for a Taxpayer Information Senior Specialist. The deadline to apply is Wednesday, October 23 at 11:59 PM CST.

• Garfield Park Community Council is seeking a part-time Housing Counselor.

• Illinois Liquor Control is seeking an individual with experience in Internal Affairs. If you’re interested in applying, email a resume to ILCC.HumanResources@illinois.gov. 

• Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity is hiring a Grant Manager and Non-Formula Workforce Grant Manager.

• Chicago Foundation for Women is seeking an Officer, Corporate and Foundation Relations.

• Chicago Women in Trades (CWIT) is seeking a Policy Associate.

• Community Health is looking for a Bilingual Spanish/English Registered Nurse.

Programs

• Apply to the no-cost Impact Culinary Training for West Side Chicago residents ages 18-24 years old. This is a 12-week program beginning in January to gain hands-on culinary experience in class, followed by a paid internship in a Chicago restaurant, and networking opportunities before and after graduating.

Workshops

• BUILD is hosting a Rap Sheet Workshop on Tuesday, October 22 from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM at 3510 S. Michigan Ave.

• Chicago Urban League in partnership with Westside Justice Center are hosting an Expungement Workshop on Thursday, October 31. There will be two sessions. Session 1 will be held at 10:00 AM and Session 2 at 12:00 PM. Both sessions will take place on October 31 at 4510 S. Michigan Ave.
  

Hiring Events

• Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership and E&ES are hosting a Hiring Event on Tuesday, October 29 from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM at Triton College.

Events

• Chicago Build 2024 Expo is happening October 22-23 starting at 11:00 AM at McCormick Place.

• HOW is hosting a Coat Drive on Thursday, October 24 from 7-10 PM. If you’re unable to attend the event but still want to donate email Gretchen Goetzman ggoetzman@how-inc.org to coordinate a drop-off or pick up.