Nature Center Front Desk Receptionist

FLSA Classification: Non Exempt, Part Time

Salary Range: $15/hr

Reports to: Nature Center Superintendent

Date: May 2026

Summary

Under the supervision of the Nature Center Superintendent, the Front Desk Personnel performs general reception, clerical, and customer service duties.

Essential Duties

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential duties.

• Greet each member of the public entering the Nature Center.
• Inform the public about upcoming Nature Center programs.
• Answer phone and take messages for staff.
• Schedule field trips.
• Schedule facility rentals.
• Keep calendar up to date.
• Register clients for Park District programs.
• Perform clerical duties as assigned by Nature Center Superintendent.
• Take inventory of and stock Nature Center resale items.
• Clean and maintain reception area.
• Conduct some minor animal maintenance.
• Run occasional errands for Nature Center-related events.
• Maintain a change fund.
• Run daily reports to be turned in with deposits.
• Order supplies when requested.
• Must attend Nature Center meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Hours

Part time, may include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays

Supervisory responsibilities

None

Work environment

Employee’s general work area indoors is a smoke-free environment with controlled temperature and fluorescent lighting. Employee may be required to work outdoors during various weather conditions, including, but not limited to, cold, heat, snow, wind, rain, etc. Outdoor environment includes a wooded area with uneven walking surfaces.

Physical demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand; walk; sit; bend; kneel; use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; talk or hear; taste and smell; and carry materials. The employee may occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Education and Experience

High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) required

Additional eligibility requirements

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Able to multi-task and still maintain a professional demeanor.
• Spanish speaker is a plus

Affirmative Action/EEO statement

The Joliet Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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