PROGRAM AND RENTAL COORDINATOR RED OAK

Fox Valley Park District; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 24,796 - 31,684; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

IMRF Benefits

Job summary

Fox Valley Park District is seeking a part-time Program and Rental Coordinator for Red Oak Nature Center in Aurora, IL. The role involves coordinating facility rentals, assisting in birthday parties, and updating scout and outreach programs.

You will deliver environmental education programs to schools, families and the public, including animal handling and safe operations. This position supports daily operations, requires strong customer service and organizational skills, and offers part-time

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with at least two years of related experience or equivalent education/experience.
• Strong background in environmental education preferred.
• Experience creating and presenting programming.
• Excellent customer service and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Proficient in MS Office and Canva; recreation software experience is a plus.
• Good leadership and facilitation/presentation skills.
• CPR, AED and First Aid certification within three months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate facility rentals under supervision for Red Oak Nature Center.
• Assist in birthday party planning and updating scout programs and outreach.
• Provide instruction on environmental education for schools, families and the public.
• Handle Nature Center animals safely and maintain confidential information.
• Attend staff meetings and contribute to reports and communications.
• Assist with summer camp and school programs as directed.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Facilitation/presentation

Leadership

CPR/AED/First Aid certification

Education

Bachelor's degree + 2 years related experience

Tools

MS Office (Excel/Word/Outlook)

Canva

Recreation software

Job description

PROGRAM AND RENTAL COORDINATOR RED OAK

POSTING DATE: 07-29-2026 - Open Until Filled

FACILITY: Red Oak Nature Center

LOCATION: Aurora, IL

HOURS: Hours vary based on programming-must be available generally 9:00-4:00 pm Monday through Friday and 9-3 pm on Saturdays. Some additional weekend and evening hours based on programming.

RATE: $18- $23/hour - DOQ

TYPE: Part-Time IMRF

Part time Benefits

QUALIFICATIONS

A bachelors degree with at least two years of related experience working with children or an equivalent combination of education and experience in a relevant field is required. A strong background in environmental education is preferred. Enthusiastic, friendly and prior experience creating and presenting programming is necessary. Must have excellent customer service and organizational skills with attention to detail. Proficient in MS office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and Canva or similar software. Recreation software experience a plus. Good leadership skills with strong facilitation/presentation skills required. Have or become CPR, AED and First Aid certified within three months of hire. Must have a valid Illinois Driver’s License and be able to provide own transportation. Certified Interpretive Guide certification a plus.

DUTIES

Under the direction and supervision of the Environmental Education Supervisor, and in conjunction with the Facility Manager the PT IMRF Program and Rental Coordinator is responsible for contributing to the goals of the Red Oak by coordinating facility rentals, assisting in birthday party planning, updating scout programs and other outreach programming. This position assists with daily operations, providing instruction on environmental education and interpretative programs for schools, families and the general public including handling Nature Center animals in a safe and appropriate manner. This position includes regular attendance and participation in staff meetings, submitting reports on a timely basis and assisting others in producing reports, maintaining confidential information, and being responsible for consistent communication with the public. Other duties include assisting in summer camp and school programs as directed by the Environmental Education Supervisor or Facility Manager. This is an at-will position.

The Fox Valley Park District is a dynamic and growing park district that serves a diverse population of more than 236,000 people. Recognized as an Illinois Distinguished Agency, Fox Valley holds the nation’s highest honor as a National Gold Medal Award winner for excellence in park and recreation management Serving the communities of Aurora, Montgomery and North Aurora, the District maintains 172 parks and 48 miles of inter-connected regional trails amid 2,600 acres of parkland. Connected by the Fox River, our communities are tied together by the District’s commitment to promote vibrant, healthy lifestyles through fun and safe recreation opportunities that are environmentally and fiscally responsible. The Fox Valley Park District…Where Fun Begins!

The Fox Valley Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Code : 36-5

DEPENDING ON QUALIFICATIONS: $18.00-$23.00