The Freeport Park District Board of Commissioners seeks a dynamic leader to serve as their agency's Executive Director. The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree, has served at least ten years in the park and recreation field, and possesses comprehensive planning skills and experience.

All interested candidates are encouraged to apply. For more information and the list of required application steps, please proceed to the announcement of vacancy brochure link.

https://bit.ly/FreeportSearch

The Byron Park District Board of Commissioners seeks a collaborative professional to serve as their agency's Executive Director. The ideal candidate possesses a bachelor’s degree in park and recreation administration or related field, has served at least five years in an administrative role, and is knowledgeable of industry issues and trends.

All interested candidates are encouraged to apply. For more information and the list of required application steps, please proceed to the announcement of vacancy brochure link.

https://bit.ly/ByronSearch

POSITION TITLE:                                Receptionist / Registrar

REPORTS TO:                                     Senior Manager of Human Resources and Administration

FLSA:                                                   Non-exempt salaried

SALARY:                                              $40,000 + DOQ

 

This highly motivated professional will work closely with Recreation staff to upload brochure information and register participants while providing excellent customer service. The ideal candidate will be able to easily adapt to changing environments and deadlines. This position requires initiative, a high degree of confidentiality and attention to detail as well as the ability to work unsupervised. The typical work week is Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., however the person must be available to work in excess of those times on occasion when necessary. Timeliness is essential for this position.

Qualifications

Minimum of high school diploma, minimum two to three years of customer service experience and/or employment experience in clerical functions such as typing, filing, phone reception, data entry, Microsoft 365, Adobe Acrobat Pro, and all aspects of general office duties. Capability to learn the agency enrollment database. Knowledge of recreation software is a definite plus. Bilingual with fluency in Spanish is helpful.

 

·      Accurately enters, audits and updates program and participant registrations on a 
       daily basis. 
       Monitors pending registrations, programs filled to capacity, balance dues and related 
       registration factors.

·      Maintains participant files, both electronic and hard copy, with the highest degree 
       of confidentiality.

·      Greets and directs visitors and answers incoming calls displaying a welcoming, 
        helpful attitude and demeanor.

·      Processes documents and reports as requested by staff. 

·      Maintains a high degree of confidentiality with participant records.

·      Manages timely collections of program fees and balances with a high degree 
       of confidentiality, accuracy and excellent customer service.

·      Proofreads brochures to ensure correct program information.

·      Inputs and updates information in the agency databases, in an accurate and timely manner.

·      Processes queries, reports and other database requests in an accurate and timely manner.

·      Assist with processing of staff work order requests for word processing, bulk mailings, 
       flyer design, and office filing projects.

·      Responsible for maintaining a safe, neat and clean front office and lobby area.

       Perform opening /closing procedures of office, including locking doors at the end of the day.

·      Assists Office Service Coordinator in the time of high volume.

·      Attend appropriate staff meetings, in- services and workshops

·      Additional duties as assigned by the Executive Director, Superintendent or 
       Sr. Manager of Human Resources and  Administration.

 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk and sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.

Benefits
Medical Coverage, PPO or HMO  / Prescription Coverage / Dental and Vision Coverage / Life Insurance / IMRF Pension Plan / Paid Holidays, Sick Time , Personal Days and Floating Holidays 

This role is performed in person and is located at the NISRA Office - 285 Memorial Drive, Crystal Lake, IL. 

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

ABOUT US
The McHenry County Conservation District's mission is to preserve, restore, and manage natural areas and open spaces for their intrinsic value and for the benefit of present and future generations.

Since 1971, McHenry County Conservation District has been protecting natural areas, preserving our water sources, enhancing wildlife habitats and improving outdoor education and recreational opportunities.
 
Today, the District manages over 25,800 acres of diverse open land, including woodlands, prairies, wetlands, ponds, creeks, and rivers. With 35 sites open to the public, visitors can enjoy a variety of outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, camping, paddling, fishing, and picnicking. These wide open spaces provide nearly endless opportunities for year-round exploration to over one million visitors.
 
OVERVIEW:   

Join a leading organization in open space preservation and conservation stewardship! We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Director of Marketing and Education to lead our strategic communications, public relations and outreach efforts. This pivotal role involves shaping and executing our marketing strategies while overseeing educational programs and initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in strategic marketing, cultivating collaborations, and demonstrating inspirational leadership skills. They should also be adept at managing complex, multi-faceted projects, including budget management and fundraising, and be an effective communicator with professional acumen.

 

What are we looking for? A candidate would hold a Bachelor's degree (B. A./ B.S.) from four-year college or university with major course work in journalism, public relations, communications, marketing, advertising, political science, recreation and park administration or related field, Master’s degree preferred, with a minimum of seven (7) years related experience in production of written and audio-visual promotional materials, sales, fundraising, marketing, public relations, crisis communications and at least five (5) years in a supervisory capacity. Alternatively, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

 

To better understand your skills and accomplishments, we ask candidates who are invited for an interview to bring a portfolio of their work to the interview. Your portfolio should include examples of:

 

CLOSING DATE: August 18, 2024

INITIAL INTERVIEWS: August 22-28, 2024
 SECOND ROUND INTERVIEWS: September 5-11, 2024

TENTATIVE DATE OF EMPLOYMENT: November 1, 2024

BENEFITS: As a full-time position, this position is provided with generous benefits including, but not limited to, insurance (medical, dental, vision, and life), holiday pay, paid time off, and IMRF pension.  

APPLICATION:  Interested applicants will need to furnish a cover letter, resume/curriculum vitae, three (3) letters of recommendation (recently dated) and three (3) professional references at the time of applying for the position. Full position description and online application can be located at https://mccdistrict.applicantpro.com/jobs/ . For questions, contact Human Resources at 815-451-8244. 

In addition, the applicant is required to answer the following three (3) questions at the time of completing the application:

 

1. Describe your leadership style and how you have applied it to lead a significant strategic initiative?  What were the key challenges you faced, and how did your leadership style help you overcome them to achieve your objectives? 

2. What is your personal philosophy regarding parks and conservation?  How do you integrate this philosophy into your work and decision-making processes to ensure the sustainability and accessibility of natural resources?

 3. If you were chosen for this position, what steps would you take as the newest member of the District’s Executive Leadership Team in your first 120 days?        

 

The McHenry County Conservation District's mission is to preserve, restore, and manage natural areas and open spaces for their intrinsic value and for the benefit of present and future generations.

Since 1971, McHenry County Conservation District has been protecting natural areas, preserving our water sources, enhancing wildlife habitats and improving outdoor education and recreational opportunities.
 
Today, the District manages over 25,800 acres of diverse open land, including woodlands, prairies, wetlands, ponds, creeks, and rivers. With 35 sites open to the public, visitors can enjoy a variety of outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, camping, paddling, fishing, and picnicking. These wide open spaces provide nearly endless opportunities for year-round exploration to over one million visitors.
 
 OVERVIEW:   

Join a leading organization in open space preservation and conservation stewardship! We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Director of Land Preservation and Natural Resources to lead our conservation efforts. This pivotal role involves leading a cross-disciplinary team of scientists, ecologists, data and spatial analysts, land administration managers, and engagement specialists. You will shape and execute our conservation strategies while overseeing land preservation and natural resource management services, programs, and initiatives. The ideal candidate will have extensive conservation knowledge in the Chicago Wilderness Alliance region (NE Illinois/SE Wisconsin, the Great Lakes, and Upper Midwest region), a proven track record in regional conservation planning on a large landscape scale, and the ability to cultivate collaborations and demonstrate inspirational leadership skills. They should also be adept at managing complex, multi-faceted projects, including budget management and fundraising, and be an effective communicator with professional acumen.

 

What are we looking for? A candidate would hold Master’s degree in ecology or natural resources management, public administration, recreation and park administration, or a related field preferred; a minimum of seven (7) years related experience in administering natural resources management programs or projects with five (5) years in a supervisory capacity; alternatively, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

 

To better understand your skills and accomplishments, we ask candidates who are invited for an interview to bring a portfolio of their work to the interview. This portfolio should include examples of your work, such as conservation/restoration management plans developed, project final reports and documentation of campaigns or initiatives that demonstrate your experience, showcase collaboration and achievements in land preservation and natural resource management.

CLOSING DATE: August 18, 2024

INITIAL INTERVIEWS: August 22-28, 2024
 SECOND ROUND INTERVIEWS: September 5-11, 2024

TENTATIVE DATE OF EMPLOYMENT: November 1, 2024

BENEFITS: As a full-time position, this position is provided with generous benefits including, but not limited to, insurance (medical, dental, vision, and life), holiday pay, paid time off, and IMRF pension.  

 APPLICATION:  Interested applicants will need to furnish a cover letter, resume/curriculum vitae, three (3) letters of recommendation (recently dated) and three (3) professional references at the time of applying for the position. Full position description and online application can be located at https://mccdistrict.applicantpro.com/jobs/ . For questions, contact Human Resources at 815-451-8244. 

In addition, the applicant is required to answer the following three (3) questions at the time of completing the application:

 

1. Describe your leadership style and how you have applied it to lead a significant strategic initiative?  What were the key challenges you faced, and how did your leadership style help you overcome them to achieve your objectives? 

2. What is your personal philosophy regarding parks and conservation?  How do you integrate this philosophy into your work and decision-making processes to ensure the sustainability and accessibility of natural resources?

 3. If you were chosen for this position, what steps would you take as the newest member of the District’s Executive Leadership Team in your first 120 days?