LOCAL JOBS: The Conservation Foundation, Bridgeview Park District, School Districts

Patch wants to help local readers find new jobs and put some cash in their pockets. That’s why each week, Patch will be spotlighting a few job openings that we think our readers can fill. Here’s a look at the most recently listed jobs in the region.

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Jobs posted on Patch:
Chicago Sale Day Driver (part-time) and Detail Technicians (full-time), Matteson, IL
Claims Supervisor Trainee, Littleton Claims, Frankfort
Lawn Care Service, Kosmo’s Lawn Care, Orland Park

Here are some more newly listed jobs in the south suburbs:

NEW! The Maids of New Lenox are looking to hire house cleaners. No nights/weekends. Clean in teams, paid travel in company cars. Advancement opportunities. Start immediately. Join a growing company!

NEW! The Conservation Foundation is seeking Naturalists to lead outdoor education and recreation
programs for a wide variety of ages and audiences. Programs will take place at schools and
natural areas throughout the TCF service area, with a focus on Kane and DuPage Counties. This
position is permanent, part-time with highly variable hours, and year-round, and is part of a
fun, enthusiastic and passionate team of outdoor education professionals at The Conservation
Foundation.

Candidates should demonstrate a genuine passion for outdoor education and enthusiasm for
working with people. Bachelor’s degree in environmental education, natural sciences, or
related field, with at least 2 years’ experience and skills in interpretation or education
preferred. Must have some knowledge or experience pertaining to wildlife, natural history, and
local flora and fauna. Must have a valid Illinois Driver’s license. Schedule and number of hours
will vary depending on the season and programs booked, so must have a flexible schedule and
be available to work during the school day. Rarely, programs will occur evenings and
weekends. Occasional programs in the summer. Must love working outdoors in all types of
weather conditions and be able to tolerate biting and stinging insects. Stewardship activities
and hikes require the use of tools, scientific equipment, and hiking through various habitats.
Fluency in Spanish a plus.

To apply, please send resume and cover letter to: jviebach@theconservationfoundation.org.

NEW! Sheet Metal Workers Local 73 is accepting applications for apprentices. Read more about the application process.

NEW! The Bridgeview Park District is hiring a gymnastics instructor. The ideal candidate needs to be athletic but does not need to know gymnastics. Instructors will be trained by a local gymnastics academy. Gymnastics classes are held on Monday and Wednesdays from 3:30 to 7:30pm. You must be available for both days and the entire time. The park district is also looking for part-time help for the early childhood program, which runs 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Learn more about the jobs and download an application.

NEW! Simply Slices has openings for a pizza maker and cashier at its Burbank and Crestwood locations. Fill out the online application.

NEW! The Village of Evergreen Park’s Office of Citizen Services is looking for a mini-bus driver to transport seniors and adults with disabilities to medical appointments within a 5-mile radius of the village and to business appoints within village boundaries. The driver must possess a current State of Illinois CDL rated to transporting seniors and adults with disabilities. The driver must be able to drive and operated a mini-bus with no physical, mental or visual impairments (except for corrective lenses). Hours are Thursday and Friday, 7.5 hours per shift, limited to 22.5 hours per week. Applicants must complete employee authorization for Motor Vehicle Record review, and present and maintain a favorable motor vehicle record. For more information call director, Mary Ann Carioto at 708-229-3369.

NEW! The Village of Evergreen Park has openings for substitute crossing guards to be ready for action once the school year begins. Applicants must be Evergreen Park residents with a valid driver’s license. Applications can be picked up at the Evergreen Park Police Department at 9420 S. Kedzie.

NEW! The Cara Program has several openings for a front desk receptionist, digital literacy instructor for Americorps, executive assistant to a CEO, a crew chief and special projects manager. All of the positions are located in Chicago. Team members help execute Cara’s mission to end the cycle of poverty and helplessness by connecting participants with employment opportunities. Visit the career site.

NEW! School districts are hiring. See what’s available and start the online application process:

Oak Lawn District 123

Oak Lawn District 218

Oak Lawn District 229

Worth School District 127

Chicago Ridge district 127.5

Palos District 118

Blue Island District 130

David’s Bridal has several openings at its Oak Lawn store, although a store associate mentioned a possible move in October to the new Evergreen Market Place. The bridal salon is currently has part-time openings for a seasonal customer service representative, wedding sales stylist, alterations customer service representative and weekend wedding sales. There are also openings in Orland Park. Learn more about the positions and apply online.

Mother McAuley Liberal Arts High School in Chicago (Mount Greenwood) is looking for a full-time director of recruitment and admissions. This position will be the primary representative of Mother McAuley for the purpose of recruitment and admissions of prospective students and families overseeing all efforts to attract new students to Mother McAuley. Read more about the position. If interested, send a resume to: Judy Porch, Mother McAuley Liberal Arts High School, 3737 W. 99th Street, Chicago, IL 60655 or by email at jporch@mothermcauley.org.

The Alsip Park District has several part-time seasonal openings for youth soccer and the adult softball staff. Positions include a youth soccer scorekeeper, youth soccer supervisor, and an adult girls softball site supervisor. The park district is also looking for concession stand help. Read up on the job descriptions and complete an application.

Job Fairs:

The Illinois Department of Employment Securitywill be hosting hiring events around the Chicago area throughout the summer. Find an event near you or for another friend or family members.
Sen. Bill Cunningham and Rep. Kelly Burke are partnering with the Illinois Department of Employment Security will be hosting a job fair at Greater Walters AME Zion Church, 8422 Damen Ave., Chicago. The fair takes place from 9 a.m. to noon, Aug. 24.

Courses/Training/Certificates:

Fall EMT Basic Training at Advocate Christ
Moraine Valley Community College Retail Certificate Program

Read the past two weeks’ of LOCAL JOBS:

LOCAL JOBS: Ulta, David's Bridal, Village of Orland Park, Alsip Park District

LOCAL JOBS: DSW, Menards, Trinity Services, BethShan