Who We Are
Civic Consulting Alliance’s vision is to be the cornerstone of a civic ecosystem that creates a more vibrant, equitable, and prosperous Chicago region for all. We get big things done for the Chicago region by bringing together our dedicated staff and the business community to provide pro bono expertise to government & civic leaders.
We achieve impact in four interconnected focus areas that are integral to achieving our vision:
● Economic Vitality: Thriving economy that builds individual and community wealth in support of regional revitalization.
● Education: High-quality education and access to opportunities for all students to prepare them for lifelong success and fulfillment.
● Health: Accessible healthcare that increases holistic well-being and allows all people to live longer, healthier lives.
● Safety & Justice: Collaborative violence prevention and intervention strategies that create safe and just communities.
Every dollar invested in our mission is multiplied fivefold, providing an average of $20 million in
pro bono consulting services annually to the Chicago region. We are the best at what we do, and uniquely qualified and positioned with the trust, experience, and credibility needed to succeed. For more information visit:
https://www.ccachicago.org/
The Opportunity
Associate Principals are leaders on client teams and within our organization. Associate Principals provide management, coaching, and support to teams working on fast-paced client-facing projects in the four focus areas named above, while receiving support and strategic guidance from Civic Consulting Alliance leadership.
This position is dedicated to our Safety & Justice portfolio. As a specialist, you’ll ideally bring experience in the field, and you’ll embrace the opportunity to deepen your expertise while building strong relationships with institutions leading this work. Candidates should be comfortable collaborating primarily with the Chicago Police Department, as well as organizations such as the Cook County State’s Attorney, community-based organizations, philanthropy, and other local safety and justice ecosystem stakeholders, which is critical to our work to address root causes and build lasting solutions in holistic community safety infrastructure, constitutional and accountable policing, and an equitable justice system.
For the problem-solver who is passionate about contributing to a thriving Chicago region, Civic Consulting Alliance provides unique opportunities to: develop your understanding of government and of the Chicago region; to make systemic, cross-sector change; and to impact the lives of millions of people in the Chicago region. We are a fast-paced organization committed to our clients’ successes, so we are looking for curious and passionate leaders who take initiative. You will fast-track your professional development by: building connections across a broad network of civic leaders; and being part of a dynamic, supportive, and tight-knit team.
Below is a vision for the key components of the position; employees will also be asked to perform additional tasks that are not listed in the job description, as deemed necessary by Civic Consulting Alliance.