Park District job opportunities build character, strengthen leadership skills, and create a sense of community pride. Our employees have the opportunity to work outdoors, with people and in a variety of sports and activities. A position with the Park District is a great opportunity to explore your talents and potential in a fun team-oriented atmosphere (while making money in the process)! The Park District of Oak Park is proud to be the largest employer of area youth by hiring hundreds of summer seasonal employees every year.

The Park District of Oak Park is now accepting Employment Interest Forms for summer 2008 part-time seasonal employment.

 Don’t wait; apply today! We plan to fill the majority of our positions by early spring.

To apply:

1. Review our Summer 2008 Part-Time Seasonal Employment Opportunities Brochure and our Employment Bulletin for a current listing of our available positions.  Please see the Position Spotlight below for more information about some of these positions.
2. Complete an employment interest form and indicate your position of interest on the form.
3. If available, attach a resume, cover letter and letters of reference. Submit your information to Lisa Lightcap, lisal@oakparkparks.com, HR Coordinator, 218 W. Madison, Oak Park, IL 60302 or fax (708) 383-5702.
4. The Park District receives hundreds of applications each year and unfortunately there are a limited number of positions available. You will only be contacted for an interview if you are being considered for a position. Applicants must be age 16 years or older to be considered for a position.

The Park District of Oak Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Position Spotlight
Below is a sampling of our many available opportunities.  Please see the brochure and bulletin above for a complete listing of all of our available positions.

Jr. Naturalist Camp Director
Responsibilities
Leads the junior naturalist camp and eco-observation camps for 5-13 year old children at the Oak Park Conservatory.  Accompanies participants on various trips for the program.

Qualifications
Work experience or education in science, biology, plant science or nature programs. Helpful to have worked in a camping environment before. Leadership skills; high self-motivation; planning, organization and communication skills; and ability to teach children. Enthusiasm, patience and good people skills. 21 years of age and ability to drive a passenger bus with a CDL is helpful, but not required.

Hourly Pay Rate:
DOQ

Candidates must be available:
June 10 through July 16: Tuesday mornings and afternoons, Wednesday mornings;
July 21 through August 21: Mondays through Thursdays mornings and early afternoons

Theater Camp Instructor (1 position available)
Will instruct 6-11 year old children in acting and acting games.  Will assist students in writing and creating an end of summer show.  Must be available Mondays through Thursdays, 8:45 – 12:15 (June 9 – July 17)  and on July 17 for the end of summer show, 6-8 pm.
Hourly Pay Rate:
Depends on qualifications (DOQ)

Ridgeland Common Maintenance Worker (6 positions available) 
This position is responsible for performing ice, pool, and facility maintenance and custodial tasks at Ridgeland Common and Rehm Pool. This individual will be responsible for keeping the facilities safe and clean for our staff and guests and will drive a Zamboni.
Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years or older
• High school graduate or comparable work experience
• Knowledge of ice rink equipment and pool maintenance
• Custodial experience
• A valid Illinois State Drivers License is required and ability to drive a Zamboni (training provided)
• Ability to climb ladders and lift 100 pounds
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
• Must be available nights and weekends
• First Aid and CPR/AED certification (training provided)

Hourly Pay Rate:
Depends on qualifications (DOQ)