08/26/2026
π¨ Looking for a New Job?
Our Hiring Bulletin highlights companies hiring right now. Browse The City of Chicago website for openings and take the next step in your career.
THE CEC Program Mission is to build a bridge between public officials, community needs and economic growth via the construction industry.
The CEC understands the commitment that Public Servants make to their constituents. When there is economic growth in their communities, it is ideal for members of their communities to be involved in that economic growth. Our goal is to work within these communities to develop and prepare their residents to SUCCESSFULLY participate in the community hiring efforts made on behalf of the construction
08/26/2026
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08/12/2026
Hiring: Office Manager / Receptionist
We are looking for a motivated Office Manager / Receptionist to join our team in Chicago.
Salary: $60,000 to $65,000 per year
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Preferred: 27th Ward residents
Duties include front desk support, office administration, scheduling, QuickBooks support, invoices, compliance paperwork, project coordination, and communication with city officials, subcontractors, clients, and community members.
Apply here:
Lafrancis Ivy - UC 1901-Office Manager/Receptionist in Chicago Lafrancis Ivy Office Manager / Receptionist Salary: $60,000 to $65,000 per year Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Location: Chicago, IL E
β Saturday 30th Annual 27th Ward Back to School Picnic was a success!
Thank you to our Alderman Alderman Walter Redmond Burnett and Our State Representative Jawaharial Omar Williams for hosting another incredible event filled with food, fun , and fellowship. It was wonderful seeing our community come together and celebrate all that makes our neighborhood great.
β€ Thank you to everyone who joined us!
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08/05/2026
30 years of Back to School Picnics, and this one's the biggest yet!π
We're ready to party like the summer never ends!
Giveaways of backpacks with school supplies, bikes, haircuts, bingo, live performances, fitness games, A job fair, And a basketball camp for the kids ...
....and guess what, all of this is FREE... 99!!!
ON THIS SATURDAY, come hungry, come dancing , come ready to win prizes. The whole 27th Ward is invited, so bring everybody!ππ
Location Union Park
Date Saturday, August 8 th
Time 10AM to 3PM
07/28/2026
π¨ New B/ACE MAGAZINE ISSUE ! π¨
Innovation & Technology is here! Featuring inspiring leaders, Innovators, and special spotlight on Alderman Walter "Red" Burnett Jr.
Download your copy today and complete the Word Scramble for a chance to win $300!
Link in BIO for your copy
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07/20/2026
This Summer we have the pleasure having two High School interns at our organization. We took a tour around Leopardo 52-unit building in West Humboldt Park. Thank you for.showing us around can't wait to see the finished development of this amazing building.
DA BLUEPRINT PODCAST IS BACK
Join our CEO Rachel Ivy and our special co-hosts LEARN interns Donate, and Alfred as they sit down with Greg White , CEO and Owner of LEARN to converse on "The Future won't build itself." Don't miss the inspiring conversation filled with leadership insight, career advice, and more.
Tune in now !! DA BLUEPRINT PODCAST PLAYING ON SPOTIFY ,AND APPLE!
07/14/2026
07/04/2026
Happy 4th of July from CEC Team!
Wishing everyone a safe, joyful, and memorable independence Day. β€πΊπΈπ.
Thank you to our State Rep Jawaharial Omar Williams, And Alderman Walter Red Burnett for inviting CEC to today's Career Fair! Great turnout, great connections, and we're grateful to be part of it ππ
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