ONWARD AND UPWARD
E&ES was founded in 1983 by Jack Fitzpatrick. Jack knew having a good job built human dignity and empowered individuals. He recognized that was vital to building thriving communities.
E&ES has evolved to offer human services in addition to workforce development services. Since 2010, Jack’s son Larry has led and supported E&ES’ team of dedicated professionals. We remain more committed than ever to strengthening the communities we serve.
Each year, we place thousands of people into quality career employment and assist thousands of families in setting and achieving their goals. Jack’s legacy remains with us as we operate under his motto Onward & Upward!
Our team is dedicated to carrying out our mission, through actions big and small, every day: E&ES is dedicated to fostering human dignity and advancing the economic foundation of communities by providing excellence in career development, human services, & partnering with businesses in cultivating a skilled workforce.
We want to do our part to advance equity and create a better future. We know this begins with setting our vision. We are a catalyst for equitable access to opportunities and resources that empower individuals, families, and communities to achieve their dreams.
We are motivated by the tangible and impactful outcomes of our work that make people’s lives better.
We are led by a team that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We know we are stronger because of the diversity that surrounds our team and they ways we honor that diversity by fostering inclusion and belonging in our actions everyday as an organization.
Are you looking to make a positive change in Chicagoland? Are you looking for a career that makes a real impact in the lives of others? We are always looking for engaged and talented individuals to join us in our effort to create opportunities, advance equity, and strengthen communities. See our current openings below.
The Associate Center Director partners with the Center Director to deliver high quality, innovative, customer-centered service.
College/Associate degree preferred
Reports to the Center Director and Leads the Associate Career Coaches.
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The Associate Center Director partners with the Center Director to deliver high quality, innovative, customer-centered service.
College/Associate degree preferred
Reports to the Center Director and Leads the Associate Career Coaches.
Responsible for acting as an extension of the Program Operations Supervisor for assigned Golden Diner locations to ensure that programmatic requirements and outcomes are achieved.
High school diploma or equivalent and one year of related experience
Reports to the Program Operations Supervisor and works in collaboration with E&ES staff. Will also maintain positive relationships with Chicago Housing Authority staff and partner agencies.
Supports the FamilyWorks Program by providing outreach services and administrative support.
High School Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited College/University or related experience
This position reports to the Program Manager and works in collaboration with E&ES staff. Will also maintain positive relationships with Chicago Housing Authority and partner agencies.
Responsible for recruiting eligible participants and providing career coaching and training to all participants as well as assist them with obtaining employment.
Bachelor’s degree preferred or 2-3 years of related experience.
Reports to the Center Director or Program Manager and works in collaboration with E&ES staff.
We are looking for a workforce development professional! At E&ES, we specialize in making an impact on the communities we serve by providing the expertise, tools, and resources people need to build their careers.
College degree and/or related experience preferred.
Reports to the Associate Center Director/Program Manager and works in collaboration with E&ES staff.
The Business Account Executive is responsible for job development, business services, and partnering to match eligible customers with jobs.
Bachelor’s degree preferred OR 5 years of related experience
This position reports to the Center Director and works in collaboration with E&ES staff.
E&ES is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be afforded equal opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, military status or an unfavorable discharge from military service.
