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Kendall County Forest Preserve District

Environmental Education Assistant Coordinator

Pay: $17–$19/hr

Posted: 2 days ago

Location: Yorkville, IL (Onsite)

Last Updated: 9 hours ago

Hours: Part-Time

Expires: 10/5/2026

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An Environmental Planner or Scientist uses training and background in natural sciences to study the environment and threats to the environment. Investigates environmental problems and advises on solutions. May focus on potential environmental health risks to people, such as unsafe drinking water, or on protecting the environment and ecosystems from human activity such as development and industrial pollution.

$80,068 / year median in Illinois

+15% projected growth

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Loading... Environmental Education Assistant Coordinator Save Job Kendall County Forest Preserve District Yorkville, Illinois LinkedIn Copy URL Email Facebook Job Type Permanent Salary $17 - $19 per hour Benefits

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Min. Experience 2 - 4 years Save Job LinkedIn Copy URL Email Facebook Kendall County Forest Preserve District is seeking a reliable and enthusiastic Environmental Education Instructor to aid in supporting operations and deliver environmental education programing. This position plays a key role in leading the District's various environmental education programing including school programs, public programs, and camps, as well as assist the Environmental Education and Outreach Manager in organizational, curriculum, and communication tasks.

Essential Functions:

A successful candidate for this position must be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and provide high-quality support for Kendall County Forest Preserve District operations under the supervision of the District's Environmental Education and Outreach Manager. Essential job duties include, but are not limited to: Aid in developing curriculum and programs relevant to the goals and mission of the District Aid in providing outreach and coordination to meet the projected program goals of the District Provide and facilitate programs Provide administrative assistance in record keeping and invoicing of programs Participate in in program set-up, tear-down, and cleanup Travel to District preserves and off-site venues for program delivery

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in the field of education or environmental sciences or equivalent experience in the field of education or environmental sciences; may be actively pursuing a degree in the related fields Experience with instructing children in an educational setting Strong organizational and communication skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Valid and current driver's license is required

Work Schedule:

Average hours: This position averages 25 hours per week on an annual basis with seasonal variability. Schedule will vary based on operational needs, majority of hours are Tuesday through Friday, with Saturdays required based on program schedule. Must be available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required How To Apply Please visit https://www.kendallcountyil.gov/Home/Components/JobPosts/Job/570/502?widgetId=116 to apply and see the full positioin description. When you apply, please indicate that you are responding to the posting on Conservation Job Board. Category Environmental Education Tags Outreach Loading...