Park Walking Tours Coordinator

Job Title : Park Walking Tours Coordinator

Job Type : Contractor position

Location : Chicago, Hybrid, with required in-person events on weekends

Timeline: Up to 8 months, from March to October, 2026

Compensation : $35 per hour, approximately 20 hours per month

Total Compensation: $5,600

Date Posted : February 6, 2026

Start Date : March 2, 2026

Email Cover Letter and Resume To : with CC to [email protected]

Important submission instructions : Include in the email subject line: “Park Walking Tours Coordinator”

About Equiticity:

Become a part of The Equiticity Racial Equity Movement.

Equiticity is a racial equity movement, operationalizing racial equity by harnessing our collective power through research, advocacy, programs, Community Mobility Rituals, and social enterprises, to improve the lives of Black, Brown, and Indigenous people in our society.

Equiticity is more than an organization; we are a movement working to wholesale transform our society and create liveable neighborhoods and cities for racially marginalized communities. We are delivering both innovative programming and transformative policies at the local, regional, and national levels to achieve our vision and realize our mission.

Equiticity is a place to explore inherent potential, crush perceived boundaries, and achieve what others consider impossible. Our movement is looking for people who are ready to grow, think, collaborate, dream, create, and lead. Our culture thrives by embracing creativity, innovation, and imagination. Our team seeks leaders, visionaries, and boundary pushers. At Equiticity, we value each person bringing their authentic selves and their sharpened skills, along with their passion for challenging the status quo in our society.

What Is the Chicago Park District’s Night Out in the Parks (NOITP) Program?

Since its inception in 2013, Night Out in the Parks has provided thousands of hours of safe, diverse, and unique arts programming where artists and audiences can connect and celebrate Chicago’s rich cultural tapestry in neighborhood parks.

With generous support from the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) as well as support from additional local funders, NOITP produces free cultural events annually in all 77 community areas of Chicago.

Through multiple disciplines: theater, music, movies, dance, site-specific work, nature programs, and community festivals, the Chicago Park District brings high-caliber performances and world-class cultural events into our parks.

Night Out in the Parks draws upon the expertise of community members and park staff, as well as arts programmers and cultural producers, to curate work that reflects the lives and experiences of Chicago’s citizens. Collectively, we strive to curate a season of partnerships that enhance quality of life across Chicago by amplifying artistic and cultural vibrancy in every neighborhood. Our programs aim to support artists, facilitate community-based partnerships and programs, cultivate civic engagement, and ensure equity in access to the arts for all Chicagoans.

Position Responsibilities

• Plan and execute six park walking tours , in partnership with the Chicago Park District, one walk per month from May to October, at different Chicago Park District locations.
• Develop and manage a comprehensive, documented, and collaborative planning process in partnership with park advisory councils and community stakeholders.
• Conduct site visits and test walks in preparation for each park walking tour.
• Conduct in-person community outreach, collaborating with park advisory councils and community stakeholders to promote the walking tours.
• Strategically create the walking tour route for each walk with the intention of highlighting cultural, historical, and natural landmarks.
• In accordance with the established budget, purchase materials necessary for each walking tour.

Qualifications and necessary experience:

• Strong event planning, project management, and community marketing background.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to racial equity, mobility justice, and environmental justice.
• A record of accountability to racially marginalized communities.
• Experience managing time effectively and multi-tasking.
• Exhibits professional flexibility and resilience, while responding effectively to the needs of varied internal and external stakeholders.
• Proven track record of success with managing a full schedule of multiple events requiring distinct, overlapping planning processes at the same time.
• Comfortable collaborating with a broad-based coalition of park advisory councils, community-based organizations, civic organizations, local businesses, corporations, government agencies, and neighborhood stakeholders.
• Passion for Equiticity’s vision and mission.

Job Title : Park Walking Tours Coordinator

Job Type : Contractor position

Location : Chicago, Hybrid, with required in-person events on weekends

Timeline: Up to 8 months, from March to October, 2026

Compensation : $35 per hour, approximately 20 hours per month

Total Compensation: $5,600

Date Posted : February 6, 2026

Start Date : March 2, 2026

Email Cover Letter and Resume To : with CC to [email protected]

Important submission instructions : Include in the email subject line: “Park Walking Tours Coordinator.”

Equiticity is committed to employing a diverse workforce and strongly encourages Black, Brown, and Indigenous people to apply. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 5 – 7 per week

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chicago, IL 60623