Service. Our Passion, Mission & Vocation For Over 40 Years

Service. Our Passion, Mission & Vocation For Nearly 40 Years

E&ES was founded in 1983 by Jack Fitzpatrick. Jack knew having a good job built human dignity and empowered individuals. He recognized that was vital to building thriving communities.

Flash Forward

Flash Forward

E&ES has evolved to offer human services in addition to workforce development services. Since 2010, Jack’s son Larry has led and supported E&ES’ team of dedicated professionals. We remain more committed than ever to strengthening the communities we serve.

Each year, we place thousands of people into quality career employment and assist thousands of families in setting and achieving their goals. Jack’s legacy remains with us as we operate under his motto Onward & Upward!

Each Day We Commit Ourselves To Our Mission Of Service

Each Day We Commit Ourselves To Our Mission Of Service

Our team is dedicated to carrying out our mission, through actions big and small, every day: E&ES is dedicated to fostering human dignity and advancing the economic foundation of communities by providing excellence in career development, human services, & partnering with businesses in cultivating a skilled workforce.

Each Day We Strive for More Opportunities For You

Each Day We Strive for More Opportunities For You

We want to do our part to create a better future. We know this begins with setting our vision. We are a catalyst for access to opportunities and resources that empower individuals, families, and communities to achieve their dreams.

Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership

Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership

In partnership with the Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership (CCWP), we’re the driving force behind career advancement and community transformation. Together, we connect individuals to opportunities and businesses to talent, shaping brighter futures for Chicago and Cook County. Join us in building a world of possibilities.

Our Partners

Serving Chicagoland to Build a Better Future

Serving Chicagoland to Build a Better Future

E&ES brings together hiring employers and
career-ready candidates

110,000+

110,000+

Job Placements in today’s growing sectors

2,000

2,000

Families work with E&ES each year to build a better future

4,500

4,500

Chicagoland Businesses have partnered  with E&ES to source new team members and training for their workforce

$7X

$7X

With every $1 invested in E&ES’ workforce programming, E&ES Creates $7.10 return on investment for Chicagoland families

A TEAM That Is EMPOWERED, DIVERSE & INCLUSIVE

A TEAM That Is EMPOWERED, DIVERSE & INCLUSIVE

We are led by a team that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We know we are stronger because of the diversity that surrounds our team and they ways we honor that diversity by fostering inclusion and belonging in our actions everyday as an organization.

E&ES Leadership Team

E&ES Leadership Team

  • Larry Fitzpatrick

    President & CEO

    For nearly 35 years, Larry has overseen an array of workforce development & human service programs at E&ES. In 1987, he joined E&ES & has held a variety of roles & responsibilities with the organization during his tenure. In 2010, Larry assumed the role of President & CEO. He leads a staff team of more than 170 operating out of 20 locations in Chicagoland, offering vulnerable individuals & families services that help them achieve their goals, become more self-sufficient, & ultimately, strengthen local communities.

  • Michele Croswell

    Senior Vice President

    Michele has led E&ES' Finance & Administration Department for more than 25 years, ably managing the organization’s accounting functions. Michele oversees all fiscal matters, working in collaboration with E&ES’ partners to ensure programs are operating efficiently and maximizing the benefits our customers receive.

  • Anissa Jones

    Senior Vice President

    Anissa' joined E&ES in 2006 to offer services through E&ES’ human services programming. Anissa’ now oversees all human services programming E&ES delivers, notably the FamilyWorks program, as well as several workforce programs available to Chicago Housing Authority families.

  • Jonathan Fitzpatrick

    Senior Regional Director

    Jonathan joined E&ES in 2020 to help drive continuous improvement and efficiency in programming. Jonathan applies his background in supply chain, logistics, and data analysis to further E&ES’ strategic goal to use data to track impact and drive decision making.

  • LuTonda Baumgardner

    Vice President, Human Resources

    As the Vice President of Human Resources, LuTonda is responsible for partnering with E&ES’ Leadership Team and Management Team to drive strategies that attract, develop, and retain talent. During her tenure, which began in 2019, LuTonda helped establish E&ES’ Leadership Development Program to cultivate leaders within the organization.

  • Kurt Miller

    Senior Regional Director

    Kurt Miller is an adaptive, data-informed, operations and program management leader focused on developing emotionally intelligent leaders committed to individual, community, and organizational success. Kurt has over 20 years of operations and programmatic experience in social services, education management, and workforce development with an emphasis on marginalized adult and youth populations.

  • James Callahan

    Director of Communications, Development, and Advocacy

    James joined E&ES in 2022 as Director of Communications, Development, and Advocacy serving the customer focused mission of connecting career seekers with employers to support the workforce and economic development programs and initiatives that make E&ES a valued contributor to the Chicagoland economy.

  • Todd Williams

    Director of Business & Industry Solutions

    Director of Business & Industry Solutions, Todd has more than 20 years of Talent Solutions experience in both new logo acquisition and talent delivery. He was a Partner at Lucas Group, a top five ranked Executive Search firm acquired by Korn Ferry. Todd has developed and implemented Go-To-Market strategy for boutique start-ups in the Talent Acquisition industry.

E&ES Management Team

E&ES Management Team

Join Our Team!

Join Our Team!

Are you looking to make a positive change in Chicagoland? Are you looking for a career that makes a real impact in the lives of others? We are looking for engaged and talented individuals to join us. See our current openings below.

Read more about the Program Manager position Program Manager The Program Manager is responsible for the daily operations and acts as the point of contact for customers, service partners and other stakeholders for the assigned program. Education Required Bachelor’s degree preferred Work Hours Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Position requires the ability to work on evenings and weekends as needed.
 Reporting Relationships This position reports to the Program Director for assigned program Read more about the Career Development Specialist position Career Development Specialist The Career Development Specialist is responsible for assisting customers through career coaching and job readiness training during pursuit of higher education coursework and certification in the manufacturing sector as well as assisting them with obtaining employment. Education Required Bachelor’s degree preferred OR 3-5 years of related experience Work Hours Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Position requires the ability to work evenings and weekends as needed. Reporting Relationships Reports to the Senior Regional Director and works in collaboration with E&ES & Daley College staff. Read more about the Career Coach position Career Coach Responsible for recruiting eligible participants and providing career coaching and training to all participants as well as assist them with obtaining employment. Education Required Bachelor’s degree preferred or 2-3 years of related experience. Work Hours Mon - Fri 8:30am - 5:00pm *Evenings & Weekends as needed. Reporting Relationships Reports to the Center Director or Program Manager and works in collaboration with E&ES staff. Read more about the Senior Services
Coordinator position Senior Services Coordinator The Senior Services Coordinator coordinates services for senior clients which supports higher quality of life. The Senior Services Coordinator must be knowledgeable of the service needs of seniors. Education Required High School Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited College/University or related experience Work Hours Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Position requires the ability to work on evenings and weekends as needed. Reporting Relationships This position reports to the Program Manager and works in collaboration with E&ES staff. Will also maintain positive relationships with Chicago Housing Authority and partner agencies. Read more about the Program Support Specialist position Program Support Specialist The Program Support Specialist is responsible for eligibility and data entry of documents into multiple databases. Acts as a support to local Program Manager and other program staff.
Spanish-speaking candidates are encouraged to apply Education Required 1. High School Diploma
2. Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited College/University preferred
 Work Hours Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday,
8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Reporting Relationships Reports to the Program Manager and works in collaboration with E&ES staff. Will also maintain positive relationships with funding sources and partner agencies. Read more about the Family Coach Family Coach Work Hours The Program Support Assistant is responsible for answering phone calls and greeting customers that visit the assigned office. Education Required Bachelor’s degree preferred OR 5 years related experience Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Position requires the ability work on evenings and weekends as needed. Reporting Relationships This position reports to the Program Manager and works in collaboration with E&ES staff. Will also maintain effective relationships with Chicago Housing Authority staff and partner agencies.

Read more about the Program Manager position Program Manager The Program Manager is responsible for the daily operations and acts as the point of contact for customers, service partners and other stakeholders for the assigned program. Education Required Bachelor’s degree preferred Work Hours Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Position requires the ability to work on evenings and weekends as needed.
 Reporting Relationships This position reports to the Program Director for assigned program Read more about the Career Development Specialist position Career Development Specialist The Career Development Specialist is responsible for assisting customers through career coaching and job readiness training during pursuit of higher education coursework and certification in the manufacturing sector as well as assisting them with obtaining employment. Education Required Bachelor’s degree preferred OR 3-5 years of related experience Work Hours Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Position requires the ability to work evenings and weekends as needed. Reporting Relationships Reports to the Senior Regional Director and works in collaboration with E&ES & Daley College staff. Read more about the Career Coach position Career Coach Responsible for recruiting eligible participants and providing career coaching and training to all participants as well as assist them with obtaining employment. Education Required Bachelor’s degree preferred or 2-3 years of related experience. Work Hours Mon - Fri 8:30am - 5:00pm *Evenings & Weekends as needed. Reporting Relationships Reports to the Center Director or Program Manager and works in collaboration with E&ES staff. Read more about the Senior Services
Coordinator position Senior Services Coordinator The Senior Services Coordinator coordinates services for senior clients which supports higher quality of life. The Senior Services Coordinator must be knowledgeable of the service needs of seniors. Education Required High School Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited College/University or related experience Work Hours Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Position requires the ability to work on evenings and weekends as needed. Reporting Relationships This position reports to the Program Manager and works in collaboration with E&ES staff. Will also maintain positive relationships with Chicago Housing Authority and partner agencies. Read more about the Program Support Specialist position Program Support Specialist The Program Support Specialist is responsible for eligibility and data entry of documents into multiple databases. Acts as a support to local Program Manager and other program staff.
Spanish-speaking candidates are encouraged to apply Education Required 1. High School Diploma
2. Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited College/University preferred
 Work Hours Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday,
8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Reporting Relationships Reports to the Program Manager and works in collaboration with E&ES staff. Will also maintain positive relationships with funding sources and partner agencies. Read more about the Family Coach Family Coach Work Hours The Program Support Assistant is responsible for answering phone calls and greeting customers that visit the assigned office. Education Required Bachelor’s degree preferred OR 5 years related experience Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Position requires the ability work on evenings and weekends as needed. Reporting Relationships This position reports to the Program Manager and works in collaboration with E&ES staff. Will also maintain effective relationships with Chicago Housing Authority staff and partner agencies.

E&ES is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be afforded equal opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, military status or an unfavorable discharge from military service.