The Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership (The Partnership) is a non-profit umbrella organization operating the public workforce system for the City of Chicago and Cook County.

The Partnership combines federal and philanthropic resources to provide comprehensive workforce development services to employers and job seekers. As the largest public workforce development system in the nation, The Partnership has helped place more than 70,000 individuals in employment; collaborated with more than 2,000 employers; and administered more than $400 million in federal and philanthropic funds. The Partnership’s network consists of 90+ community-based organizations, American Job Centers, satellite sites and sector-driven centers, serving more than 140,000 people annually. 

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Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership

Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership's headquarters in Chicago, IL, United States

George Wright

Jan Terry

Jose Mota

Loraine Volz

Ebony Johnson (formerly Jones)

The Program Management & Coordination team at the Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership oversees the implementation and compliance of workforce development programs. The team ensures that programs meet federal, state, and local regulations, oversees relationships with community-based organizations, and manages specific initiatives like reentry programs and construction initiatives. Additionally, they coordinate efforts related to community innovations and the impact of Covid-19, ensuring seamless service delivery and continuous improvement.

Program Management & Coordination

The Business Relations Team at the Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership is responsible for establishing and maintaining strong relationships with employers. They identify workforce needs, facilitate connections between job seekers and businesses, and manage projects to support employment initiatives. By collaborating with various stakeholders, this team ensures that the organization effectively addresses the labor market demands and maximizes job placement opportunities within the community.

Business Relations Team

The Human Resources team at the Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership is responsible for overseeing the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding processes, managing employee relations, ensuring compliance with employment laws and regulations, and developing HR policies and procedures. They also handle benefits administration, payroll, and professional development to support and maintain a productive and positive work environment for the organization's staff.

Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership

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Program Management & Coordination

Business Relations Team

Human Resources

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Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership

Org chart

Teams

Program Management & Coordination

Business Relations Team

Human Resources

Offices

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