Job Opening
We have a job opening at the Urbana Park District's Anita Purves Nature Center. In case anyone in the area might be interested...



Position Announcement

Environmental Office Assistant

Salary: $8.50 - $9.50, plus partial benefits

Work Schedule: 20 – 25 hours/week
Tuesday – Thursday, 4:00 – 9:30 pm; Saturday 7:45 am – 5:15 pm
Some extended evening and daytime hours as needed


Desired Qualifications
At least two years college education in business, natural resources, education, or recreation, as well as relevant experience with the public in a related work environment, such as reception or other public service.


Duties and Responsibilities
- Greet and interact with the public; provide information about UPD facilities and programs
- Supervise and delegate tasks for part-time and volunteer staff
- Various clerical duties in cooperation with the Environmental Office Manager, including
o Maintaining facility calendars, scheduling, and other record keeping
o Program registration, sending out confirmations and other public mailings
o Preparing bank deposits
o Caring for the Center’s educational wildlife
o Inventorying and ordering of various supplies
o Exhibit design and maintenance

To apply, send your cover letter, Urbana Park District application, résumé, and three references to:

Anita Purves Nature Center
ATTN: Caty Roland
1505 N. Broadway Ave.
Urbana, IL 61801


Deadline: May 30th, 2008