Chicago Commons Competitors

The City of Chicago is the third largest city in the United States, with a population of nearly three million people. As a multicultural city that thrives on the harmony and diversity of its neighborhoods, Chicago today embodies the values of America's heartland: integrity, hard work, and community, and reflects the ideals in the social fabric of its 77 distinct neighborhoods. Led by the 57th Mayor of Chicago, Brandon Johnson, the City of Chicago operates through the guiding principles of effective government, competitive delivery of high-quality services, and transparency. Through these principles, we strive to efficiently deliver services that address the unique challenges facing our city, and to make Chicago the preferred employer of choice for its residents. The Chicago Department of Human Resources (DHR) manages all human resources functions for the city, including establishing policies, advising departments, ensuring fair hiring, and developing programs for employee development and management skills. With a workforce of about 33,000 people and opportunities in more than 1,400 different job titles and categories, DHR’s mission is to serve the City of Chicago by driving the best human resources practices, acting as stewards of change, and establishing and maintaining a fair, equitable and transparent employment practices free of political influence.

Established in 1858, the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago was created as a place where community members could find growth and support. Today, 165 years later, the YMCA of Metro Chicago has 14 centers, five camps, and nearly 100 extension sites, making the Y one of the largest social enterprises in Chicago. More than half a million individuals rely on the Y each year for social guidance and individual empowerment. The Y has remained at the heart and soul of personal development in Chicagoland and the Midwest and intends to do so for generations to come.

Heartland Alliance—a leading human-rights organization— believes that everyone benefits when people who experience disparities are able to exit poverty, heal from trauma, and achieve stability; secure their rights; and shape policies that respond to their needs. Each year, we help ensure this opportunity for millions of people around the world who are seeking health & healing, safety & justice, and economic opportunity. Why work for Heartland Alliance? Because it's more than a job, it's a purpose. Our multicultural staff of courageous champions are passionate about our mission and make Heartland Alliance a dynamic and exciting place to develop your career! Visit heartlandalliance.org/careers