Forest Preserves filling temporary positions

Seasonal employment opportunities abound for those who like to work outside

LIBERTYVILLE – Looking to spend the summer outdoors? The Lake County Forest Preserves is in the process of hiring temporary positions.

“We offer a wide variety of seasonal employment opportunities with openings available this spring,” said Laurel Diver, manager of human resources. “Temporary positions are available at our three golf courses, ThunderHawk Golf Club in Beach Park, Countryside Golf Club in Mundelein and Brae Loch Golf Club in Grayslake. We are looking for guest service attendants, coordinators and food and beverage attendants. Golf positions, which are paid between $11 and $14 per hour, emphasize customer service while maintaining the appearance of the clubhouse and course facilities. Applicants should enjoy working with people.

“At Independence Grove Forest Preserve in Libertyville, we are seeking food and beverage attendants for the new beer garden at Independence Grove expected to open this summer,” Diver continued. “Attendants would serve as cashiers and operate, maintain and stock food and beverage supplies. The positions pay $11 to $14 per hour. Applicants must be legally able to serve alcohol.”

There are openings for other attendants at Independence Grove. These positions assist preserve visitors at the entrance gate, marina and visitors center.

The Youth Conservation Corps is looking to fill crew leader positions this summer. The program, which includes environmental education and outdoor recreation components, involves developing trails, planting native wildflowers, installing fences and other outdoor tasks.

Several temporary positions in the grounds maintenance division are available. Candidates for these jobs must be 18 and available to work through November. Assisting in keeping buildings and grounds in clean and orderly condition is the main goal of these positions. Those hired for these positions will be expected to work weekends and holidays. Salary ranges from $14.75 to $17.75 an hour. Positions also are available on the painting crew.

Assistant manager positions designed to support Independence Grove and Fox River Marina operations are available. The salary ranges from $16.75 to $19.75 an hour.

To apply for these seasonal employment opportunities and watch for future job openings, visit LCFPD.org/jobs or call 847-968-3242.