Status of Employment:
Seasonal, Non-Exempt
Compensation & Benefits:
Expected hiring range $15.00 - $16.00 based on education, experience, and skills.
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Description/Duties:
The Waukegan Park District is offering a paid internship with housing to students working towards a degree within the field history or a related field. The internship will provide a well-rounded experience to an enthusiastic and highly motivated individual. Candidate must be a college student at an accredited university pursuing a Bachelors or Master’s degree in History, a related field. All necessary requirements must be met with the respective college or university to be eligible. A valid driver’s license is also required. Housing is provided for the entire time of the internship on a first come first served basis. Applicant must have personal transportation. Applicants are encouraged to apply early.
Essential duties include but are not limited to the following:
- Assist with planning, organization, implementation, and oversight of history/cultural arts programs and special events within area of responsibility.
- Provide direct leadership and supervision to all assigned programs and services.
- Provide developmentally appropriate activities that meet the needs and interests of participants.
- Assist in the development and implementation of long-range plans and strategies.
- Assist in the development and implementation of goals and objectives specific to area of responsibility. May develop and implement intern project.
- Assist in evaluating effectiveness and efficiency of programs and services, making recommendations on introduction or deletion of programs and services.
- Assist with the development and implementation of a marketing strategy for history/cultural arts programs, services, and facilities consisting of appropriate pricing and promotional efforts.
- Assist in the development and implementation of specific program details consistent with history/cultural arts marketing strategy.
- Assist in the recruitment, selection, training, supervision, and evaluation of assigned staff and volunteers.
- Contract with independent contractors and vendors for programs and services as needed.
- Assist in securing alternative funding through grants, sponsorships, and fundraising.
- Assist in the purchase, distribution, and maintenance of proper inventory of all supplies and materials. Turn in appropriate receipts as required.
- Prepare and maintain management reports and records regarding programs and services.
- Prepare and submit reports and projects as required by sponsoring university.
- Transport program participants and supplies via park district vehicles.
- Assist in scheduling facility rental and program use. Assist with management of facilities as needed.
- Assist in the preparation of program budgets.
- Establish a cooperative planning and working relationship with co-workers, parents, community agencies, and organizations.
- Attend pertinent departmental/park district meetings and in-house training sessions.
- Conduct self-according to the policies and procedures as established by the park district.
- Participate in park district Safety and Training Program to ensure that work performed and services provided are implemented in a safe manner.
Marginal Functions:
- Assist staff and volunteers in the performance of their duties.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
