Do you enjoy hands-on outdoor work and protecting natural spaces? As a Natural Areas Worker - Seasonal, you’ll play a key role in preserving and restoring the Champaign Park District’s prairies, woodlands, and other natural areas.
Requirements
- Assist with the establishment, maintenance, and restoration of natural areas
- Monitor, identify, and control invasive species
- Participate in prescribed burns as part of a trained burn crew
- Collect, clean, and process native seeds for restoration projects
- Safely operate and maintain vehicles, power equipment, and hand tools
- Handle, mix, and apply herbicides and pesticides in compliance with safety regulations
- Observe and report maintenance needs, hazards, or ordinance violations
- Communicate work progress and issues with supervisors
- Interact professionally with staff and the public
- Perform physically demanding outdoor work in varied terrain and weather
- Support and assist with training seasonal staff when assigned
- Follow all Park District safety, confidentiality, and equal opportunity policies
Benefits
- Paid training required for the role
- Access to professional development and safety certifications
- A supportive team environment focused on learning and collaboration