Permitting and Recreation Assistant - Seasonal
Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled.
Application Procedure: Send a cover letter and resume to:
Veronica Frausto-Sarwark, Director of Human Resources
Forest Preserve District of Will County
17540 W. Laraway Road
Joliet, Illinois 60433
815.722.5669 (desk)
815.722.3608 (fax)
Position Announcement
Permitting & Recreation Assistant - Seasonal
The Forest Preserve District of Will County is accepting resumes for the seasonal Permitting & Recreation Assistant at Sugar Creek Administration Center in Joliet, Illinois.
See the attached Position Opening outlining the position duties, education, training, experience, physical/mental requirements, and necessary special requirements.
Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled.
Application Procedure: Send a cover letter and resume to:
Veronica Frausto-Sarwark, Director of Human Resources
Forest Preserve District of Will County
17540 W. Laraway Road
Joliet, Illinois 60433
815.722.5669 (desk)
815.722.3608 (fax)
The Forest Preserve District of Will County does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, age, or disability. In offering employment opportunities to the public, the Forest Preserve District will make reasonable modifications to ensure that all people have an equal opportunity. To request this document in large print, audio, or Braille, contact the Director of Marketing and Communications, Sugar Creek Administration Center, 17540 W. Laraway Road, Joliet, IL 60433; comments@fpdwc.org; 815.722.9383 (voice); 800.526.0844 (TDD). Requests should be made at least 48 hours in advance. While the Forest Preserve District of Will County will make every effort to meet requests in a timely fashion, some requests may take longer than others to fulfill. Persons believing that they have been discriminated against by the Forest Preserve District of Will County may file a complaint alleging discrimination with the Forest Preserve District or the Office of Civil Rights, U.S. Department of the Interior, www.doi.gov
FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT OF WILL COUNTY
POSITION DESCRIPTION
TITLE: Permitting and Recreation Assistant - SEASONAL
DEPARTMENT: Visitor Services
DATE: January 2026
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
LOCATION: Sugar Creek Administration Center
BASIC FUNCTION
The Recreation and Permitting Assistant will assist the Permitting and Recreation section with program planning and preparation, event staffing, and administrative office duties.
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
Reports to: Supervisor of Permitting and Recreation
Supervises: None
Works Closely With: Recreation Coordinator
Permitting Manager
Office Managers
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist in event preparations by way of materials preparations, purchases, equipment, event set-up and take-down, and delivery / pick-up of event supplies or materials.
- Staff District Outreach, Community, and select Non-District events.
- Perform office duties including research and compiling information, assembling materials, facilitate mailings, data entry, etc.
- Deliver promotional materials to event partners, sponsors, and other local businesses.
- Assist with non-District event requests such as staffing a booth, set-up /take-down event signage, or gator services.
- Organize event storage areas and assist with inventory.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Dependable, organized, and able to take direction
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
- Ability to participate in projects and event planning
- Bilingual is a plus
- Competent computer skills utilizing MS Office and related software
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Minimum Requirement:
High School diploma or equivalent (GED)
Possess a valid Illinois driver’s license and be willing to drive throughout the Will County area.
Preferred Experience:
Vehicle trailer driving
Utility gator operation
WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND CONDITIONS
Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Manual Dexterity: Ability to move between sitting, standing, and walking for 6 -10 hours
Physical Effort: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Working Conditions: Ability to work outdoors with occasional exposure to moderately disagreeable weather
Hazards: Negligible
PAY RANGE AND BENEFITS
Pay Rate: $17.50 per hour
Schedule: Hours are not to exceed 940 annually.
Average of 10-20 hours per week. Workdays will include weekdays, evenings, and weekends determined by programs and event schedule.
Benefits: Sick time and vacation in accordance with the employee handbook and employee assistance program.