Cluster: Architecture & Construction Position: CONSTRUCTION- LABOR Complete Construction Attn: Harvey Walden 5858 Williams Drive Hammond, In 46394 LABOR/ CONSTRUCTION/ PAINTER $11.00-$15.00 ENTRY LEVEL: Applicant must have over a year experience in the painting industry. You must have a valid Driver's License and a good driving record. High School Diploma not necessary. You must have your own tools and vehicle. Random Drug Testing. Candidate will be painting 95% commercial interior and exterior. There is also residential painting involved. This is a first shift position. Permanent/Full Time. Requirements * Must be able handle to physically handle the work * Must have reliable transportation * Must be energetic, self motivator, and positive Cluster: Business, Management & Administration Position: Administrative Assistant Kemper Investments Attn: Michelle O’Day 485 180th Drive South Holland, IL 46555 Description Looking for an individual that can anticipate and prepare materials needed for conferences, correspondence, appointments, meetings, telephone calls, etc. Answers telephone and give information to callers or routes call to appropriate official and places outgoing calls. Schedule appointments. Handle details of a confidential nature, and performs administrative functions based on understanding of company policy, views and philosophy. Read and route incoming mail. Coordinate department mailings. Assist in some administrative details, usually of a confidential nature. Compose and type routine correspondence, files correspondence and other records. Greet visitors Arranges travel schedule and reservations. Requirement/Experience Needed: Ability to work for multiple managers. Proficiency in the use of Windows 95, PowerPoint, Excel and familiarity with the Internet is preferred. Professionalism Excellent Customer Service Skills Cluster: Education & Training Position: Teacher’s Aide – Middle School Memorial Middle School Attn: Linda Franklin 2721 Ridge Road Lansing, IL 60409 Position Summary: Assists the professional teaching staff in a public educational system. Essential Functions: Discusses assigned teaching area with classroom teacher to coordinate instructional efforts. Implements instruction based on the plan formulated by the teacher. Prepares lesson outline and plan in assigned area. Plans, prepares, and develops various teaching aids. Presents subject matter to students, utilizing a variety of methods and techniques. Prepares, administers, and grades examinations. Assists students, individually or in groups, with lesson assignments to present or reinforce learning concepts. Performs all other duties as assigned for the betterment of BGTM. Requirements Education, Experience, and Skills Required: A minimum of sixty (60) hours of college credit. Two years experience working with children in some capacity. Thorough knowledge and understanding of the needs of children at various stages of development. Strong verbal, presentation, and interpersonal skills. Possess a current, valid driver's license and meet the BTM requirements for insurance. Cluster: Human Services Position: Day Care Teacher KinderCare Learning Center Center Director: Kelsy Cowley 17025 South Park Avenue South Holland, IL 60473-3350 Job Purpose: Develops and nurtures children by planning and implementing educational programs; providing day-care; keeping children safe. Duties: Stimulates emotional, intellectual, and social growth of students by developing and directing educational programs and activities tailored to assigned class; supervising day care. Provides safe environment by maintaining orderly, clean, and appealing facilities; eliminating or removing known safety hazards; following and enforcing standards and procedures; complying with legal recommendations. Encourages students' participation by providing interactive activities. Informs staff and parents of curriculum by preparing lesson plans; posting schedules and curriculum outlines. Keeps parents informed by posting parent information in the classroom; maintaining and sharing records of child's progress and behavior. Encourages development of student self-control by utilizing classroom management and modeling techniques. Ensures consistency of service by maintaining open communications with parents and staff. 8.maintains equipment and supplies following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; performing preventive maintenance, calling for repairs; inventorying supplies; placing orders; verifying receipt. Improves educational quality results by studying, evaluating, and re-designing processes; implementing changes. Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations. Enhances pre-school center reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments. Skills/Qualifications: Safety Management, Motivating Others, Persuasion, Listening, Verbal Communication, Resolving Conflict, Self-Motivated, Deals with Uncertainty, Objectivity, Confidentiality, and Emotional Control. Cluster: Human Services Position: Hair Stylist We are ultimately looking for passionate employees who have the talent and desire to work in our industry. Your success is determined by your hard work and passion for what you desire in a career. We provide a dynamic work environment and professional growth opportunities. In fact, our emphasis on initial training and ongoing education sets us apart from the rest of the industry. Responsibilities Hair stylist will Provide regularly scheduled services to our clients, providing hair consultations, cuts, color and styling. Stylist is responsible for furnishing own equipment Communicate current and ongoing promotional programs, services and packages to guests by demonstrating in-depth knowledge of spa/salon offerings. Utilize effective selling skills to promote add on services, gift certificate sales, and retail sales. Facilitate outstanding customer service to enhance the spa/salon experience for the guest. Requirements Appropriate training, experience and certification (established for specific levels of the position). Valid and current state license, as required. Possess a thorough knowledge of all hair treatments and related application procedures. Excellent interpersonal, communication (English speaking) and customer service skills. Strong organizational skills. Flexible, reliable, and available to work various schedules, including evenings, weekends and holidays. Qualified candidate must also be able to pass a criminal background check and drug screen. Benefits include: Salary plus bonus Paid Time Off Medical and Dental 401(k) Flexible Spending Other necessary qualifications: YOU MUST HAVE A COSMETOLOGY LICENSE IN IL Previous experience not required Excellent verbal communication Organizational and follow-up skills Must possess interpersonal skills to promote a productive environment Flexible, reliable, and available to work various schedules, including weekends and holidays. Mario Tricoci Hair Salons and Day Spas Attn: Rachel Smith 273 East Helen Road Palatine, IL 60067 Cluster: Finance Position: Member Service Representative (Bank Teller) Illiana Financial Credit Union Attn: Angie Zuniga 1600 Huntington Drive Calumet City, IL 60409 Job Summary: With the supervision of the Vice President or Branch Manager, a Member Service Representative will assist our membership in all aspects of business. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required: Professional, well-developed interpersonal skills essential for serving the member and projecting a positive image as a representative of the credit union. Work requires knowledge of share account administration. (These characteristics are normally acquired through completion of a high school education plus completion of additional coursework or training). Intermediate mathematical skills required (calculations and concepts involving decimals). Communicate effectively with all members by phone or in person. Type, write and spell correctly and accurately. Proofread skillfully. Keep mentally alert. Operate office equipment, including typewriter, calculator, personal computer, copy machine and fax machine. Cooperate with fellow employees and management. Handle volume of detail work. Accurately handle cash. Keep informed of all Credit Union services. Orally communicate simple factual information clearly and concisely in order to deal with members and fellow employees effectively. Display a pleasant phone personality. Ability to accept direction. Duties and Responsibilities: Reports to Vice President or Branch Manager Receives members personally and by telephone at assigned station, and determines nature of member's business. Receives deposits by cash or mail, and posts to correct account. Receives loan payments by cash or mail and posts to correct account. Accepts withdrawal requests by phone. Disburses withdrawals by check or cash. Accepts and posts transfers by phone or in person. Sells money orders and gift cards. When necessary, picks up mail at post office, prepares and delivers out going mail. Verifies status of members' accounts and provides same to members. Process Visa Cash Advances and Visa payments. Cross sell products to members Go to branches in need of additional staff Process share draft re-orders through Automatic Order Entry. Accept requests to change or start payroll deduction. Update member records with name and address changes. Accept and process pre-authorized payments. Accept and process Direct Deposit requests. Provide routine information on credit union: 1. Eligibility for membership 2. Location of credit union 3. Credit union hours of operation Open New Accounts: verify eligibility, do OFAC and Patriot Act identification on all new members and joint members 1. Share 2. Share Draft 3. Christmas Savings 4. Share Certificate 5. Mortgage/Escrow Shares 6. Money Maker Checking 7. Money Market Accounts 8. Secondary Savings Mail out new account information. Change, add, or check on joint member. File new signature cards accurately. Summarize daily transactions and forward to Accounting Department. Assist in day end procedures securing the building and its contents. Always be aware of safety of members and staff. Member Inquires: 1. Answer statement questions to the satisfaction of the member. 2. Forward stop payment and photo copy information to Accounting Department. 3. Research deposits not credited. Handle e-statements. Scan, inform and be able to locate in document viewer. Processes return mail, try to locate current addresses. Perform all department-related duties as requested, to assist the membership and insure the efficient operation of the credit union. Maintain conscious awareness of member, building, and department security, being able to implement emergency, security and safety procedures. Job descriptions are not intended to be and should not be construed as a complete list of all the duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents, nor do they constitute and employment contract. Duties, responsibilities and expectations may be added, deleted or changed at any time at management's discretion. Assists members with over the counter transactions such as deposits, withdrawals, transfers, loan payments, issues official checks, and travelers checks. Successfully identifies and cross-sells products beneficial to our members' needs Addresses member questions and concerns and refers to appropriate internal resources for resolution. Requirements Must have at least 2 years of cash handling or teller experience and exceptional customer service skills . Must be very professional , detail oriented and very enthusiastic and love working with people You must be able to work Mon-Thur 8am-4:30 pm Fridays 8am-6pm and rotate Saturdays Cluster: Health Science Position: Certified Nursing Assistant Prestige Care Attn: Gretchen Hogan 5248 Calumet Avenue Munster, IN 46322 Our Values: Respect, Integrity, Commitment, and Trust At Prestige Care we have provided the finest in Senior Care and Senior Living for four generations. Committed to quality care and personalized service, we are recognized in our field for excellence, integrity and innovation. We are the leader in providing outstanding care and support to the residents and families we serve. Our hiring philosophy centers upon the core values of respect, integrity, commitment and trust. We adhere to these principles in selecting quality individuals to join our team of compassionate professionals. Job Description Certified Nursing Assistant / Certified Nursing Aide is needed to provide direct resident care under the supervision of licensed nurse as a traveling CNA. The pace is quick but the rewards are lasting as you perform or assist residents with activities of daily living. This is a critical front line role that requires great communication, customer service, and organizational skills. Applicants must be certified in the state. Our Nursing Legacy Prestige Care, one of the largest Northwest based operators of long-term senior care facilities, is a complete senior service organization consisting of nursing facilities, dementia care facilities, assisted living communities and retirement communities. We're proud to say our reputation for innovation, quality, and value is just as strong now as it was when we started. At Prestige Care, people are the number one priority, and there's never been a better time to join. We're growing, we're fun, and we will appreciate you! *Prestige offers competitive salary, benefits, including medical, dental and 401K. Job Requirements CNA To be considered for this rewarding Certified Nursing Assistant ( CNA ) opportunity, you must have: GED or high school equivalent preferred. First aid certification and participation in annual training programs required. Nursing certificate from the state of Oregon or Washington. Salary: Per Diem Cluster: Hospitality & Tourism Position: Catering Specialist and Assistant Cook Contact: Chef’s Choice Special Events Catering Attn: Sara Serritella 6300 W 95th Street Oak Lawn, Illinois This position is responsible for the execution of sales strategies and programs primarily designed to increase catering events, maximize revenues, and promote a positive image of Chef’s Choice Special Events Catering. Preparing a selection of entrees, vegetables, and desserts each day, in large quantities; measuring and mixing ingredients according to recipes; using pots, pans, ovens, broilers, grills, and blenders to prepare food; estimating food requirements; ordering supplies. Job Responsibilities: Solicit new catering accounts An interest in preparing food. A keen sense of taste and smell the ability to work as part of a team is also important Effectively communicate with clients and team members and meet with clients to determine event requirements Attend local area wedding expos and community networking events Competencies/Skills: High level of professionalism Excellent organization Strong leadership skills Detail Oriented Deal with stressful situations calmly, courteously and tactfully Minimum Position Qualifications: Customer service and/or sales experience Event planning and food service background preferred Position requires flexibility of work schedule to meet client needs. Must be available, weekdays, weekends and evenings Basic software knowledge (Microsoft Office) Oversee client functions to ensure customer satisfaction Physical requirements: Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and be able to stand, walk and bend for extended periods of time Cluster: Law, Public Safety & Security Position: EMT/Firefighter City of Calumet City Attn: Captain Poston 204 Pulaski Road Calumet City, IL 60409 The Fireman protects people, property, and the environment from fires and disasters while providing fire prevention, fire fighting, rescue, and hazardous material responses. Duties and Responsibilities: Firefighters in the military perform some or all of the following duties: Operate pumps, hoses, and extinguishers Force entry into aircraft, vehicles, and buildings in order to fight fires and rescue personnel Drive firefighting trucks and emergency rescue vehicles Give first aid to injured personnel Inspect aircraft, buildings, and equipment for fire hazards Teach fire protection procedures Repair firefighting equipment and fill fire extinguishers. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Good vision without glasses and a clear speaking voice are required to enter some specialties in this occupation. Firefighters have to climb ladders and stairs. They must also be able to lift and carry injured personnel. Cluster: Law, Public Safety & Security Position: POLICE CADET – Lansing Police Department Performs a variety of fieldwork in support of basic police operations and functions. You will be working in various roles with some of the best Department personnel, along with the community, in order to help resolve real life problems. Applicant must complete: Standard & supplemental applications along with providing necessary documents Personal History Questionnaire Statement of Honesty Physical Agility Test Written Scored Test. Personal Interview Starting Salary: $22,505 /yr + benefits. Responsibilities include: Front desk duties: answering and forwarding phone calls, and greeting visitors General facility maintenance at the police department Completion and submission of necessary paperwork using Microsoft Office Requirements: HS Dipl or GED, between the ages of 18-20, 2.0 GPA & valid driver’s license. Must be of good moral character, of temperate habits, of sound health and must be physically able to perform the duties of the position. The burden of establishing these facts rests upon the applicant. In the process of attaining an Associate of Arts degree in Criminal Justice or Law Enforcement from an accredited College or University or a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited College or University: however, educational requirements may be waived for outstanding candidates upon recommendation of the Chief of the Department and a majority of the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners. Must not have been convicted of a felony or any misdemeanor involving moral turpitude, as specified in 102.10-6 of the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners Act. Must not be addicted to the use of intoxicating beverages or is found to have taken or used drugs and/or narcotics illegally. Reside within 20 miles of Lansing, Illinois after one year of hire Interested applicants must submit a letter of interest to: Village of Lansing Lansing Police Department Attn: Chief Randall Jones 2710 170th Street Lansing, IL 60438 Cluster: Transportation, Distribution & Logistics Position: Automotive Technician Firestone Complete Auto Care Division Attn: Harvey Walden 528 159th Street South Holland, Illinois 604 73 Job Description Automotive TechnicianFirestone Complete Auto Care a Division of BFS Retail & Commercial Operations, LLC (BFRC) employs over 23,000 teammates in North America. BFRC consists of more than 2,200 company-owned consumer and commercial stores in the United States and Canada and operates its own credit services and marketing operations. The store locations include Firestone Tire & Service Centers, Tires Plus, Expert Tire, Mark Morris, and GCR Tire Centers offering truck tire sales, service and retreading outlets for truck and bus, off the road and agricultural tires.With over 2,200 locations across America we may be in just the right place for you to build a career. Learn more.Automotive Technician: Diagnose and repair automotive systems. Diagnose and repair to specifications – brake and hydraulic, exhaust, primary and/or advanced fuel ignition and electrical, suspension and alignment, air conditioning and computer systems. Assist other technicians in performing technical activities. Explains technical diagnoses and needed repairs to non-mechanical individuals which may include other teammates and customers as required. Continuously learns new technical information and techniques in formal training session in order to stay abreast with rapidly changing automotive technology. Keeps store management aware of mechanical repair problems as they occur. Maintains an organized service department. Job Requirements 1-5 Years of automotive mechanical diagnosis, problem-solving and repair experience. Ability to communicate solutions to others. ASE certifications, strong leadership skills and a customer-focused attitude to go along with a high level of motivation and energy. Bilingual is a plus. Benefits: We offer over 31 excellent benefits and privileges to every teammate. We are An Equal Opportunity Employer, in fact, “One of our strengths is found in our commitment to serve a diverse customer population with a diverse population of teammates.”Over 100 years of success is an indication of the stability our workforce enjoys.Pre-employment drug test/physical/background check will help assure we build a diverse team of people who can best work with others and serve our customer needs.Please visit our website at www.FirestoneCompleteAutoCare.com to learn more about our organization and locations.*Careerbuilder Keywords: motor, chassis, repair, automotive, mechanic, engine, auto, automotive mechanic, auto tech, ASE, A.S.E., car repair, auto repair Cluster: Hospitality & Tourism Position: Hotel Reservations and Sales Specialist As a Hilton Reservations and Sales Specialist, you will receive inbound calls from people across the country and assist them in making reservations for our hotels and resorts. You will use the most modern technology available while working from the comfort of your own home office. Candidates for employment must be motivated sales people with great communication skills. As a Representative of Hilton you will receive in-depth brand and technical training & support to provide the highest level of quality service to our Members & Guests. Here are some of the ways that you can add value to your life with Hilton at Home: Be connected. Be connected to an American-made brand that you know, of which you can be proud to be a part. Connect to a network of colleagues working around the globe through our chat and online learning sessions. Get support from your neighborhood Hilton Hotels contact center - visit as often as you like! Be hospitable. Feel good about what you do. You're not a collector or an adjustor, you're helping people reach their travel destinations. Assist our customers plan their travel by booking their US and International hotel stays. Stay with us! Hilton Hotel employees receive extremely attractive hotel discounts for yourself, your family, and your friends. Interested in obtaining a position with HRCC? Send Resume & Cover Letter to: Conrad Hilton ATTN: Joyce Hartley 521 North Rush Street Chicago, IL, 60611-3507 Tel: 1-312-645-1500 Cluster: Transportation, Distribution & Logistics Position: UPS Package Handler DESCRIPTION UPS is hiring individuals to work as part-time Package Handlers. This is a physical, fast-paced position that involves continual lifting, lowering and sliding packages that typically weigh 25 35 lbs. and may weigh up to 70 lbs. Part-time employees usually work 3 ½ - 4 hours each weekday (Monday through Friday) and typically do not work on weekends or selected holidays. Package Handlers receive an hourly rate of $8.50 – $9.50. UPS part-time employees also receive an attractive benefits package. Please note that these opportunities are part-time only working approximately 17 1/2 – 20 hours per week. Employees can expect to take home between $110.00 and $150.00 each week after deductions have been taken for taxes, etc. Within Package Operations, UPS calls its shifts “sorts.” The “sorts” can range from 3.5 to 5 hours throughout the day and evening including a “Day Sort” (approx. 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.), “Twilight Sort” (approx. 6 p.m. – 10 p.m.), “Night Sort” (approx. 11 p.m. – 3 a.m.), and “Sunrise/Preload Sort” (approx 4 a.m. – 8 a.m.). UPS provides an excellent employment opportunity for students. Through the UPS Earn & Learn program, our student employees receive all the paid benefits of a great part-time job with UPS, plus outstanding education assistance of up to $1,500 per semester / $3,000 per year with a maximum lifetime benefit of $15,000. This assistance can be used for tuition, books and fees as long as you are attending an approved college, university, trade or technical school. You will be eligible for the Earn & Learn program on your first day of work. Qualifications: • High School Diploma or G.E.D. preferred • Must be at least 18 years of age • Ability to count and perform basic math, with or without a calculator • Basic written and verbal communication skills (documentation, communication with peers, supervisors, etc.) • Ability to lift/carry hand freight of varying weights several times a week, to lift dock plates weighing approximately 100 pounds, and to open trailer doors requiring approximately 75 pounds of lift force, up to several times per day or more • Ability to bend, twist, squat, pushing/pulling freight throughout shift • Ability to follow instructions and complete required training • Ability to work independently and/or as a team member • Previous dock/warehouse experience preferred To Apply Send Resume and Cover Letter to: UPS Corporate Headquarters ATTN: Roger Mathews 55 Glenlake Parkway Chicago, IL 660328 Cluster: Marketing, Sales & Service Position: Retail Sales Associate - Full Time Description Overview: As a Retail Sales Associate, you will provide outstanding customer service to all Macy's customers. Your primary responsibility will be to deliver Macy's customer service promise by ensuring quick and efficient register transactions and friendly and professional interactions with all guests. In addition, you will work to present merchandise that is signed clearly and accurately and maintain a neat, clean and organized shopping environment. This position leads to a Commission Service Associate or Selling Specialist position. Key Accountabilities: Maintain customer service and selling as the priority Demonstrate knowledge of store products and services and use this knowledge to build sales Practice suggestive selling, offering every customer related items in order to drive multiple unit sales Understand and properly execute all systems and procedures to ensure a quick and efficient transaction Handle returns graciously, always saying yes and involving a manager when judgments need to be made Comprehend and maintain department standards Follow special department operating procedures Share equally in the operational responsibilities of the department as customer traffic allows Achieve the company standard for sales productivity and credit solicitation Adhere to weekly work schedules and be flexible to the needs of business Maintain merchandise presentation standards of department and ensure merchandise is replenished on the selling floor Qualifications Skills Summary: Demonstrates an energetic and positive attitude Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, handle multiple priorities and learn new procedures Proficient in register transactions and is adaptable to new technology Ability to communicate effectively with customers, peers and management A team player who possesses the ability to work in a learning environment Send Resume & Cover Letter to: Macy’s ATTN: Karen Gold 555 River Oaks Drive Calumet City, IL 60409 Cluster: Information Technology Position: Entry-level Web & Graphic Design Intern The Creative Group has an immediate need for an entry level Web & Graphic Design Intern for one of our ecommerce, retail companies here in Chicago. This job is for a dynamic company that specializes in gourmet food products. The ideal person will be part of a design team responsible for creating graphical designs for user interface of three websites, email campaigns and online advertising. Duties include: assist in determining the look-and-feel of the entire site; creates original graphics and icons for use on the site; establishes and produces graphic material for use in advertising and promotion of online services and products; designs and prepares page layouts for product, articles, illustrations and other online content within established web design parameters, style guides and visual standards; design affiliate program creative, such as banners, widgets, and landing pages; translates customer/clients needs into new features and new services; assist usability testing, browser compatibility testing and quality assurance; responsible for Internet design including file compression schemes and color compatibility for both Mac and PC; modifies and implements designs generated by others to ensure quality products; designs and tests all elements for email campaigns; and stays abreast of any industry-wide changes in design philosophy and any new tools and technologies being used for the Internet and ecommerce. Job Requirements You should be well-versed in Adobe CS3 (Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, Fireworks, Flash), HTML, CSS; some ASP and JavaScript is nice to have. Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Commerce Server 2000 or equivalent enterprise level solution. Fluency in PC and Macintosh platforms - ability to troubleshoot a plus. . ActionScript a plus. The Creative Group Attn: Jill Riddle 5485 Ridge Road Lansing, IL 60438