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URL STATUS
Fall Part-time, seasonal (varies 24-40 hours/ week)
LOCATION
L ost Valley Visitor Center (north of McHenry)
ANTICIPATED STARTING RATE
$16.75 per hour
WAGE RANGE
$16.75•18.82 per hour
JOB OVERVIEW
Are you looking for a chance to work outdoors and inspire others? Become a Fall Outdoor Education Program Leader and use your passion to make a positive difference in the public's lives as part of our dedicated Education Services team. Share your knowledge and passion for the natural environment with diverse audiences, including children and adults. Apply today to join our team this fall and work alongside Education Coordinators to implement environmental education programs, including School Field Studies, School and Community Outreach, and Special Events at various Conservation Areas within the County! The Fall Education Seasonal role also has the unique opportunity to assist with our award-winning Special Event, the Great Outdoors Beer Trail.
SKILLS WE'RE LOOKING FOR
Flexibility:
You must be able to work a flexible schedule that, in addition to regular daytime hours, includes some evening and weekend shifts and the ability to travel and work between different sites.
Relevant Experience:
At least six months of experience working with children and/or leading conservation-related programs.
Education/Training:
Some post-high school education or specialized training in Environmental Education, Interpretation, or a related field. Applicants are required to have a current and valid driver's license and to complete a pre-employment drug screening. You must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. and be capable of hiking up to 3 miles while transporting educational supplies.
YOU WILL GAIN FROM THIS EXPERIENCE
Gain job experience in the field of environmental education. Enhance your communication and teaching skills working with a variety of audiences. Become knowledgeable in leading nature education activities in a safe manner.
INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY
While we do not provide a formal internship program, if you need to obtain college credits through an internship, we are open to further discussing with you the criteria your college is looking for in a program to determine if the District has the time and resources to fulfill those needs.
WORK DATES & LOCATION
Start date is flexible, but ideal during the first half of September. Employees will be based out of the Lost Valley Visitor Center in Glacial Park, north of McHenry, however, your time will be split between both Lost Valley Visitor Center and Prairieview Education Center in Crystal Lake, IL, with occasional work at other conservation sites.
CLOSING DATE
Until filled. How To Apply Applicant can locate an online application and job description at https://mccdistrict.applicantpro.com/jobs/ . To be considered, must include a cover letter and resume.
QUESTIONS
For more information, contact Human Resources at 815-451-8244. When you apply, please indicate that you are responding to the posting on Conservation Job Board. Category Environmental Education , Outdoor Recreation Tags Naturalist , Nature Center Related Jobs Ecological Restoration Technician Nelson Land Management LLC Greenview, IL Job type :
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