JOB OPPORTUNITIES

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Looking for an opportunity to have a positive impact on people's lives while building a fun and dynamic career?

The Crystal Lake Park District offers that and so much more! It takes different types of skills, knowledge and talent to serve the recreation needs of the community. Whatever your passion, schedule or experience, we have a job for you! Every employee plays an important role in the work we do.

Why the Crystal Lake Park District?

We believe in enriching ALL lives through recreation, parks and nature. We take pride in knowing that our jobs make a difference in the community. Our supportive and fun work environment are at the core of our values. We offer opportunities for career advancement and work with just about any schedule that accommodates your busy life.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

As part of our ongoing commitment to supporting our employee’s well-being and career growth, we offer a well-rounded benefits package. Our benefits package is designed to offer flexibility, strong financial security, and comprehensive support for you and your family.

 Benefit Highlights:

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision coverage options, along with mental health resources and wellness programs to help you stay healthy and energized.
• Retirement & Financial Security: Pension plan that has financial planning tools to help you prepare for a secure future.
• Work-Life Balance: Paid time off, family leave, and flexible scheduling options to ensure you have the time and support you need to thrive both at work and at home.
• Career Development: Professional development opportunities, and on the job training for employees entering the workforce for the first time.   

 Our goal is to ensure that you feel valued, supported, and empowered to succeed—both personally and professionally.

For details of our benefit offerings by employment classification, please click on the Outline of Employee Benefits. 

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Apply Now

The Crystal Lake Park District is looking for energetic and talented individuals that want to contribute to our fun atmosphere and have a satisfying career with a great employer.

We have full time, part-time and seasonal opportunities and are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce.

We receive hundreds of applications annually and regret that each season has a limited number of positions are available. Please note: that our job opportunities change frequently, so it's important to visit our website often. Those candidates whose qualifications meet our needs will be contacted.

 

 

Notes about Employment with the Crystal Lake Park District

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. All positions are governed by Park District Operating and Employment Policies and Procedures.

All potential employees must successfully complete the required background checks and submit to monthly random drug testing as a condition of employment. Any additional information not covered here, position description or an applicant requiring a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process may contact the Rocio Arreola-Escutia, Human Resources Manager, at 815.459.0680, ext. 1202 or email rescutia@crystallakeparks.org.

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University Student Opportunities

Park and Recreation Internships

The Crystal Lake Park District offers two internships per year for university students in their senior year majoring in Parks, Recreation and Tourism. The selected interns will be expected to commit to 40 hours per week for 14 weeks. This program is designed to provide the intern with firsthand knowledge and understanding of public recreation agencies. Students will be provided the opportunity to integrate and apply knowledge, theory and understanding from the academic setting to the working environment.

Interns are allowed to witness and assist in many of the different job aspects that public recreation agencies provide and will work with and for different supervisory staff during their internship.

• Program planning as it relates to starting new programs, supervising current programs and evaluating past programs. Direct leadership skills will be emphasized as students actually conduct programs and special events.
• Facility management that includes programming, staff scheduling, supervision, maintenance, marketing and public relations.
• Customer relations as intern become involved with countless number of patrons and guests.
• Park administration, which includes budgeting, finance, policy formation, and public and professional meetings.

Field Study Work

The Crystal Lake Park District also offers field study work for university students in their junior year.

Application Information

Please submit a resume and a letter of recommendation from the University.

Rocio Arreola-Escutia, Human Resources Manager

Crystal Lake Park District

1 E. Crystal Lake Avenue

Crystal Lake, IL 60014

For more information call 815.459.0680 ext. 1202

 

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Independent Contractor & Part-Time Instructor Opportunities

Program Proposals

Do you have expertise in a recreational activity or field, but don't see it offered in the park district activity guide? Do you think it would be an asset to current recreational opportunities and feel comfortable sharing it with others? We would love to hear from  you. Use the 'Program Proposal Form' to submit your suggested recreational offering.

Return form options

Crystal Lake Park District

1 E. Crystal Lake Avenue,

Crystal Lake, IL 60014

Heidi Stolt, Manager of Recreation Programs, hstolt@crystallakeparks.org

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EMPLOYMENT VERIFICATION

Verification of Employment inquiries should be directed to Rocio Arreola-Escutia, Human Resource Manager at rescutia@crystallakeparks.org.