Chicago Aldermanic Black Caucus Hosts 2nd Annual Job Fair, Drawing Over 1,000 Chicago Residents

Ald. Stephanie Coleman (16th), Chairman of the Chicago Aldermanic Black Caucus, was joined by her fellow Black Caucus colleagues as they successfully hosted the 2nd Annual City of Chicago and Chicago Aldermanic Black Caucus job fair. The event allowed Chicago residents to explore entry-level and above-exclusive career opportunities within the City of Chicago and its affiliated agencies. The event was held on Saturday, Feb. 21, at Malcolm X College. Over 1000 Chicago residents arrived as early as 8 a.m. to line up as they presented their resumes and credentials to numerous City of Chicago agencies. “We are all honored, grateful, and appreciative of Mayor Johnson for embracing the vision of the Black Caucus in spearheading this event. Chicago has a working class that is as talented or more than most big cities nationwide. This event allowed the city with broad shoulders to keep our talent within the confines of our government,” said Ald. Coleman. The Black Caucus is most grateful for the splendid partnership with YWCA, Deputy Mayor of Public Safety Garien Gatewood and various other workforce agencies for ensuring that this year’s event was best in class. Ald. David Moore (17th) added, “For the second year, our caucus has...