United Airlines Bring 1,300 new jobs in Chicago

According to a press release from the city of Chicago Office of Mayor website of the government, the mayor of Chicago, Rahm Emanuel today announced the airline giant United Airlines will bring 1,300 new jobs for the Windy City as part of United Airlines expand its offices and operations. In addition, new jobs will be part of United Airlines offices Global Operations. The announcement was made Friday by Emanuel, who was joined by United Airlines CEO and president Jeff Smisek. The two spoke at a press conference and news of events on the 10th floor of Tower Willis. Emanuel praised the announcement and said: "I am happy to announce that the Kingdom has substantially increased their commitment to the city of Chicago, bringing these jobs to the hardest working people in America." Smisek also pointed out that the work would be well paid and offer good performance in both technologies and their areas of operations, according to the Chicago Sun Times. In addition, in August 2009, United said it would move its 2,800 employees from its operations center in Elk Grove, Illinois, to the Tower until Willis received $ 35,900,000 in aid from the city. However, this latest move does not detail the city grants. Smisek spoke at the press conference on Friday the importance of working with United Airlines Chicago: "As Chicago hometown airline, United is pleased to announce that we are bringing a further 1,300 jobs from downtown locations around our system by the end of 2012 the mayor. Emanuel Chicago recognizes the importance of maintaining competitive with other cities and expanding job growth here, and we look forward to working with him and his team. " According to a press release from the State of Illinois Government News Network site, Illinois, Governor Pat Quinn has also released a statement regarding the announcement Kingdom that would bring 1,300 new jobs for the city of Chicago. Governor Quinn said: "Today’s announcement that United Airlines is bringing 1,300 jobs in Chicago is great news. This proves once again that Illinois is the premier in the Midwest for companies around the world, and we are committed to continue to do an even better place to live and work. Thank you United Airlines for its continued commitment to the state of Illinois and the city of Chicago as we continue our economic recovery. " Rachel Bogart provides an in-depth look at current environmental issues and local Chicago news. As a college student in the suburbs of Chicago seeks two science degrees, applies his knowledge and passion for both subjects to gather further public awareness.