Seasonal Ranger Camp Facilitator Preprofessional 2026

The Seasonal Ranger Camp Facilitator Preprofessional supports the planning delivery and overall operation of the Ranger Adventure and Junior Ranger Adventure camp programs. It provides leadership experience by guiding seasonal staff and volunteers facilitating outdoor recreation activities and ensuring a safe engaging environment for all participants.

What Youll Do

• Plan and lead outdoor recreational activities such as archery fishing paddling teambuilding and geocaching.
• Maintain accurate records including incident and injury reports equipment damage reports behavior documentation time sheets and camper registrations.
• Oversee participant pick-up and drop-off procedures.
• Assist with setup breakdown and routine maintenance of camp facilities and equipment (kayaks fishing gear archery equipment etc.).
• Help develop activity schedules operating procedures and end-of-season reports.
• Operate district vehicles including work trucks ATVs and boats.
• Respond to emergencies and administer first aid when needed.
• Provide program and site information to participants and the public.
• Support district special events and programs.
• Assist supervisors with selecting scheduling training and guiding seasonal staff; communicate expectations and provide input on performance and development.
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean organized work environment.

What Youll Need

• 18 years of age or older at time of hire.
• Valid Drivers License in good standing.
• Must have and maintain CPR AED and First Aid certification or obtain upon hire.
• Must have and maintain Illinois Mandated Reporter certification or obtain upon hire.
• 1 season of previous camp counselor experience.
• Experience with outdoor recreational activities including hiking archery fishing and paddling.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable interacting with youth of varying age ranges.

Schedule & Pay

• Schedule during camp is generally Monday Friday 8:00 am to 4:00 pm; however some occasional evenings and weekends may be needed. Hours vary after camp season ends.
• Expected start date is late May 2026
• $18 - 19 per hour
• Safety boot reimbursement provided

Work Setting

• Position is based out of two locations: either Blackwell Forest Preserve in West Chicago IL or Churchill Woods Forest Preserve in Lombard IL
• Requires working outdoors and indoors in office and shop environments. Exposure to all weather conditions campfires insects and other wildlife. Work surfaces may include downed branches or uneven terrain. Use of motor vehicles.

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Additional information about the position and job duties can be found in the attached job description or on our website.

The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County is an equal opportunity employer.

Required Experience:

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