March 23--Seeking to fill over 100 part-time and seasonal positions, the Fox Valley Park District will host a community job fair Saturday.
The event will run from 9 a.m. to noon at Prisco Community Center at 150 W. Illinois Ave in Aurora.
Interested candidates are encouraged to visit the fair for information about job positions and requirements, Fox Valley Park District officials said.
Park District staff will be on hand to answer questions and perform introductory interviews.
Potential job applicants should come prepared by printing out a job application form from the district's website and bringing the completed form to the job fair, district officials said.
"The Park District is reaching out so the community is aware of how many job opportunities we'll have available this summer," said Human Resources Manager Lynn Fenton. "This job fair will give potential applicants a complete picture of job descriptions; from there, they can easily apply to the area that suits their skills and interests.
"We are traditionally the first job for many local teens and also offer flexibility for adults who work on a part-time basis. Working at the Park District is fun and rewarding. Benefits also include reduced or free admission to some district programs and facilities."
Job openings include:
--Recreation and Community Center -- Camps, child care, birthday parties, dance, theatre, gymnastics, athletics, tennis, playground site supervisors and more.
--Parks Department -- Gardener, trail ranger, grounds worker, athletic fields and general maintenance at water parks.
--Blackberry Farm -- Animal caretakers, ride operators, interpreters, guest services, camp counselors, ground maintenance and custodians.
--Red Oak Nature Center -- Naturalists, guest services and camp staff.
--Aquatics -- Lifeguards, guest services and maintenance.
Potential job applicants should visit www.foxvalleyparkdistrict.org to read job descriptions and fill out an application form, district officials said.
