Program Assistant, Forest Preserve Experience Program

The Program Assistant for the Forest Preserve Experience Program at Friends of the Forest Preserves in Chicago, IL, will support youth engagement efforts from May 26 to August 1, 2025, at a rate of $24 per hour for 30 hours per week. The organization focuses on protecting and promoting Cook County's forest preserves, emphasizing community involvement and stewardship. No specific degree is required for this position.
Program Assistant, Forest Preserve Experience Program Reports to Youth and Engagement Corps Program Manager Open until filled | Start Date: May 26, 2025 Salary: $24 per hour 30 hours per week from May 26 to Aug 1 Monday through Friday for 10 weeks Organization Mission: We unite people to protect, promote, and care for the forest preserves in Cook County. Our community advocates for the responsible management of the nearly 70,000 acres of forest preserves in Cook County through advocacy, engagement, and stewardship of the land. Some of the best natural areas in Illinois are right here in Cook County, right outside your urban backdoor. Join our team and help us ensure they are here for the next 100 years. Friends is an organization that gets things done with our members, volunteers, staff, board, and partners. We believe in work-life balance and are here for the marathon, not the sprint (not that we don’t sprint on a regular basis). Operating Budget: $3,750,00...