Lake County Forest Preserve District · 2 weeks ago
YCC Program Manager
Lindenhurst, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$20/hr - $24/hr
2+ years expLake County Forest Preserve District is responsible for managing the Youth Conservation Corps (YCC), a summer program that employs high school youth in various projects. The Program Manager oversees the pre-season organization and daily operations of the YCC, ensuring effective management from May to August while performing various physical tasks.
Government
Responsibilities
Responsible for pre-season organization of the summer program
Management of the daily operation of the Youth Conservation Corps (YCC)
Drive a motorized vehicle to travel to different locations
Perform tasks that will require walking, bending, stooping, standing, kneeling, climbing, reaching and sitting
Perform heavy lifting tasks up to 50 pounds
Qualification
Required
College level course work in Parks and Recreation, Environmental Education or related field
Two years of experience in supervision of youth
Working knowledge of environmental education, conservation, construction, and grounds maintenance fields
Ability to communicate both orally and in writing
Must possess valid motor vehicle driver's license
Benefits
Paid time off
Company
Lake County Forest Preserve District
Lake County Forest Preserve District was created in 1958 under Illinois law as a special purpose unit of government.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Deborah Boness
Chief Information Officer
Rebekah Snyder
Director of Community Engagement and Partnerships
Recent News
2025-08-29
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