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The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County provides opportunities for people to connect with nature. We offer to the public 60 forest preserves, 166 miles of trails, 47 miles of rivers and streams, and 6 nature and cultural centers. We have 6 million visitors each year.

The District's mission is, "to acquire and hold lands containing forests, prairies, wetlands and associated plant communities or lands capable of being restored to such natural conditions for the purpose of protecting and preserving the flora, fauna and scenic beauty for the education, pleasure, and recreation of its citizens.

The summary below does not include all the essential functions and requirements for this position. For more information, we encourage you to review the complete job description that is attached or find this position on the DuPage Forest Preserve's listed openings to learn more.
https://dupageforest.isolvedhire.com/jobs/1336411

Job Summary:

The Visitor Services Supervisor oversees the activities and processes of the Office of Visitor Services including staffing and training. The Visitor Services team provides high quality customer service by answering questions about preserves, registering patrons for programs, and selling permits. This team is the initial point of contact for visitors at preserves. Visitor Services staff is committed to going above and beyond to provide a "pathway to yes" for all. This position will recommend improvements to the District's processes, rules, regulations, and ordinances to ensure consistently exceptional visitor experiences throughout the preserves while also collaborating with internal and external stakeholders.


On a typical day, you will:

  • Supervise Visitor Services staff, including hiring, scheduling, and assigning work, reviewing performance, and recommending salary increases, promotions, transfers, demotions, corrective actions, or terminations.
  • Develop procedures and recommend changes to the operations of the Visitor Services to address changing needs of the public, increase the overall customer experience, as well as changes in ordinances, rules, and regulations.
  • Process permit applications for all permitted facilities, reservations for visitor use of District facilities, recreation areas, and spaces that must be reserved.
  • Provide reception and switchboard support for the District's headquarters facility and ensure adequate coverage of the office during business hours.
  • Assist patrons in establishing and troubleshooting their ActiveNet accounts and with the purchase of IDNR products related to fishing, boating, and other activities and ensure operation of IDNR equipment and completion of necessary record keeping.
  • Administer ActiveNet settings relating to facilities to ensure that public and internal users informed of available locations and amenities.

For this position, you will need:

  • Associate's Degree in a related field, 4-6 years of related experience with 1-4 years of direct supervisory experience (includes: training and coaching, responsible for preparing evaluation, assigning work, responsible for work of employee supervised), or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
  • Demonstrated success in organizing workflow in a busy customer service environment.
  • Proficiency in developing, planning, and overseeing programs and projects, including the ability to set objectives, timelines, and performance metrics.
  • Demonstrated success in supervising, assigning direction to, and delegating other direct reports or staff members.
  • Strong communication skills, both verbally and in writing and a commitment to providing customer service.
  • Proficiency in addressing customer concerns and handling conflict resolution.
  • Experience handling financial transactions and budgeting.
  • Profeciancy in Spanish preferred.

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. Will occasionally work weekends to provide service during District events.

Starting Pay: $57,824.00 - 65,083.20 salary per year.

Eligible for performance review and possible pay increases biannually.

Location: Office setting based out of the DuPage Forest Preserve's HQ location in Wheaton, IL.

Benefits: Medical (PPO and HMO plans through Blue Cross Blue Shield), Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Account for Health and/or Dependent accounts., Wellness Screenings, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, 12 paid Holidays, 12 paid Vacation Days, 5 paid Personal Days, 8 paid sick days, Pension through Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF), 457 Retirement Plan, up to one remote workday per week.


The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace built on a foundation of respect, integrity, teamwork, and excellence. Our organization provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.


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 Forest Preserve District of DuPage County (EOE)

 Contact

HR Office
630-933-7682
foresthr@dupageforest.org

 Closing Date

Open Until Filled

 $63,718 - $89,205 DOE

The Village of Orland Park, a dynamic and progressive community of approximately 60,000 residents is a regional destination in the south suburbs and ranks #5 in total retail sales out of all the Chicagoland Communities (excluding Chicago).  A nucleus for prominent dining, entertainment, and social scenes, this distinguished community boasts a unique blend of historic neighborhoods, upscale residences, and ever broadening businesses, amidst more than 700 acres of beautifully manicured parks and open lands.  In addition, Orland Park has received a number of accolades including: ranked as one of the Best Places to Live by Chicago Magazine (2013 & 2022), Safest City in Illinois by Safety.com (2021), Top 5 Best Cities in Illinois by Money Magazine, named Village of the Year by the Home Builders Association of Greater Chicago (2014) and the 9750 on the Park Transit Oriented Development was named Best Building by the Congress for New Urbanism, Illinois Chapter.  Our distinguished Parks & Recreation Department is currently seeking a mature, established, reliable professional to join the Athletics management team as Assistant Athletics Operations Manager

This highly responsible position assists with all aspects related to the use of Village athletic fields, sports courts, special events and facility support.  Duties include direct oversight of all evening and weekend operations, and staff; hiring, training, scheduling, supervising and evaluating personnel; planning, assigning and overseeing work duties of personnel; reviewing and approving assigned staff’s payroll; ensuring athletic fields are prepared on-time and at the highest quality level; quickly and effectively responding to user needs and requests; supporting the use of Village parks by ensuring pavilions are clean and ready for drop-in and scheduled users; preparing RFP’s, bids and obtaining quotes for various projects; making recommendations for award of work; processing requisitions, purchase cards, invoices and other Village financial processes.
 
Provides input for budget planning and helps manage budget allocation; and contributing to development and implementation of the athletic division goals.
 
Additional responsibilities include assisting in directing and overseeing Village contractual vendors services for parks and properties including mowing, fertilization and salting/plowing Village facility parking lots; preparing reports related to the use of athletic amenities; directly overseeing support functions of assigned special events; developing and implementing preventative maintenance programs;  ensuring adherence to staff safety protocols; contributing ideas to enhance customer service and operational efficiency; and promoting a positive work environment through courteous interactions with the public and colleagues.

An associate's degree in Recreation, Leisure Services, or a related field or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience is required. A bachelor's degree is preferred. A minimum of three (3) years of direct experience in the oversight of athletic field operations of similar size and scope is required.  Must have a valid driver's license and certification in First Aid/CPR must be achieved within six (6) months of hire. 
 
Requires thorough knowledge of outdoor athletic field preparation and maintenance; a demonstrated understanding of special event support; the ability to successfully assess individual work performance and mentor staff to successfully perform assigned duties; strong customer service and public relations skills; a basic understanding of turf and athletic surface maintenance; computer proficiency including Outlook, Microsoft Word, Excel and an ability to learn and successfully utilize Village software; the ability to schedule staff to meet the needs of users while adhering to financial responsibility; an understanding of safe practices related to the use of equipment, tools and use of outdoor fields; rules and regulations related to the use of athletic fields; budgetary and grant administration practices and terminology; and an understanding of the principles and practices of employee supervision, including selection, work planning, organization, performance review and evaluation, and employee training and discipline.
 
The ideal candidate will excel in planning, organizing, assigning, directing, reviewing and evaluating the work of assigned staff; selecting, motivating, and evaluating staff and providing for their training and professional development; developing and implementing program and project goals, objectives, procedures and work standards; preparing clear, concise and complete reports, correspondence and other written materials; and exercising sound independent judgment within general procedural guidelines; in addition to preparing clear, concise and complete reports, correspondence and other written materials.
 
The selected individual must demonstrate the ability to contribute effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities; establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of individuals contacted in the course of performing work duties; promote the overall mission of the Village by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with public and staff; and act in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.
 
Regular Hours: Monday thru Friday 9am to 6pm (weekends as needed). 

Annual salary range is $63,718 - $89,205 depending on qualifications.  This position is eligible for the Village of Orland Park’s comprehensive employee benefits program which includes four medical plan designs offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois, dental, vision, life insurance, discounted Sportsplex membership and an employee wellness program.  Retirement benefits through the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) are provided along with the option to participate in a voluntary 457(b) plan through Nationwide.
 
The Village of Orland Park also provides for paid vacation, personal, sick days, and holidays. 
 
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply.

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 Village of Orland Park

 Contact

Beau Breunig
708-403-6240
bbreunig@orlandpark.org

 Closing Date

Open Until Filled