Employment

The Kankakee Valley Park District has 14 full-time employees, 5 part-time and approximately 150 seasonal employees at various times throughout the year to operate its programs and facilities. We are always looking for talented and energetic individuals to be a part of our team! From youths seeking their first job to specifically skilled adult program leaders, there are many positions to choose from.

Examples of positions that may be available include:

Seasonal Part-time Positions: Camp Supervisors and Counselors, Soccer Referees, Program Instructors, Lifeguards and Swim Instructors, Head Lifeguards, Admissions and Concessions Staff, Softball Grounds Crew, and Maintenance.

An Equal Opportunity Employer
The Kankakee Valley Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse work force. We are always looking for energetic, customer focused individuals to join our team. There are age requirements for certain positions, be sure to check the listing for these and other possible requirements for the position you seek.

We offer

• A Friendly Work Environment
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Competitive Wages

With opportunities to

• Earn extra money
• Make new friends
• Learn new and different skills
• Interact with a diverse group of people
• Develop talents and be promoted

Application:
If you or someone you know would like to be considered for a position complete our application, indicate the position you are interested in and submit your application.

To download an application, please click on the link below:

Application

Three easy ways to apply:

1. In person – stop by the Administrative Office, Bird Park, 893 W Station St.  Kankakee, and drop off your completed application. Front Desk Hours are: M-F 8:00am – 5:30 pm.

2. Mail – Mail your completed application to:  Kankakee Valley Park District, 893 W Station St, Kankakee, IL  60901

3. Fax – Fax your completed application to (815) 933-7338.

The Park District receives hundreds of applications each year and unfortunately there are a limited number of positions available. You will be contacted for an interview if you are being considered for a position. If you applied for a specific position that was advertised you should receive notification of your status. If you do not hear from us, you most likely are not being considered at the present time. Due to the volume we receive, we do not generally respond to unsolicited applications. Applications are kept on file for one year and are categorized by position. If a position becomes available we will review current applications on file first. After one year, applicants will need to reapply.

Criminal Background Checks
If you apply for employment with the Kankakee Valley Park District, the Park District will conduct a criminal background check upon you, as required by Illinois State Law. You will be required to sign a Mandatory Criminal Background Check Form at the time an offer is made. The Park District is required by law to obtain criminal conviction information from the Illinois State Police on all prospective employees. According to this statute, the Park District may not employ a person from whom a criminal background investigation has not been initiated. There are certain convictions that will automatically disqualify you from employment.

Drug Screening
It is the policy of the Kankakee Valley Park District to provide a safe, productive, and drug-free work environment.  The park district participates in a random drug screening program.  You may be asked at any time to submit to a random drug screen.  In the event of an accident, you may also be asked to submit for testing.

Benefits - Part-time and Seasonal Employees

• Flexible Work Schedule, we have morning, day and evening shifts, weekdays and weekend hours.
• Opportunities to develop skills and gain experience for promotions within the Park District or outside other career choice.