ABOUT US: The Schaumburg Park District is an award-winning parks and recreation agency that provides its 80,000 residents with a wide variety of recreational programs, classes, and events, as well as facilities, parks, and open spaces! Spring Valley features 135 acres of prairie, woodlands, and wetlands, three miles of walking trails, a nature center, an 1880s living history farm and Bison’s Bluff Nature Playground.

JOB SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Supervisor of Environmental Education, the Nature Camp Specialist designs and leads nature-themed summer camps for school-aged children, ages 5-13 years. They will be responsible for leading daily educational and hands-on activities, while maintaining the interest of their campers throughout the week. They will maintain a commitment to the operation of a safe and effective camp program, communicating effectively with guardians before, during, and after camp on an as needed basis. They will set-up and clean-up from their camp each day, ensuring that their camp space is clean at the end of every day for other activities going on in the facility. They will help keep camp supplies organized and communicate with supervisor when supplies are needed. They will attend all trainings pertaining to their job. They will also handle all other duties as directed by supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS: The best applicant will possess or be working towards a B.S or its equivalent in Environmental or Outdoor Education, Biology, the Natural Sciences, or a related field. They will have at least 2 years of experience with outdoor program development and presentation. They will demonstrate regular and reliable attendance, as well as present themselves as a positive role model. They will have excellent oral and written communication skills, as well as strong organization skills. They will have the ability and flexibility to adapt their camp as needed to meet the needs of a group, or due to changing weather conditions. They will be able to work in the out-of-doors in all types of weather. They will be able to work both independently, as well as a team. Having a flexible working schedule is preferred. Having knowledge and understanding of Illinois ecosystems, plants, and wildlife is preferred. Possess certification in CPR/AED is preferred; training is provided if not certified.

SCHEDULING & PAY: This is a seasonal, part-time position paying $16.00/hour. Position begins mid-May and runs through mid-August. Schedule will vary by week, Nature Center camps run between the hours of 9:00am-4:00pm, Monday through Friday. Occasional evenings and weekends may be available and assigned by supervisor. Additional hours may be available when the fall programming season begins in September.

PERKS & PRIVILEGES: These are PART-TIME LEVEL 3 positions and are eligible for the following:

• Free fitness center membership!
• Free admission to indoor and outdoor pools!
• One free program registration per season for self or family*! (*see definition*)
• 10% discount on other program registrations
• Free paddle boat rental at Volkening Lake!
• Free open gym admission! And more!

** Position will be open until filled. ** Schaumburg Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. **

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