Assistant Park District Planner - Part-time
Company: Wheaton Park District
Location: Wheaton
Posted on: February 21, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Open until filled The Agency The
Wheaton Park District (WPD) was established by the citizens of
Wheaton in 1921 and has a rich history of elevating the quality of
community life through its parks, facilities, programs and
services. Today, citizens enjoy active and passive parks owned and
leased by the district across fifty-four (54) sites totaling nearly
900 acres. Recreational facilities owned and/or operated by the
District include the Ray Morrill Community Center, Parks Plus
Fitness, Central Athletic Complex, Northside Park Family Aquatic
Center, Rice Pool and Water Park, Arrowhead Golf Club, Lincoln
Marsh Natural Area, Mary Lubko Center, Memorial Park Bandshell,
Clocktower Mini Golf Course and Skate Park, Cosley Zoo, and DuPage
County Historical Museum. The Wheaton Park District is an Illinois
Distinguished Accredited Agency and is a recognized leader in the
delivery of parks and recreation services in Illinois. WPD is a
four-time winner of the NRPA Gold Medal Award for excellence in the
field of park and recreation management. Position Description and
Key Responsibilities The Wheaton Park District is looking for a
candidate with strong skills in AutoCAD as well as experience with
GIS systems to join our team. Reporting Relationship: The Assistant
Project Planner reports to the Project Manager. General Purpose
Responsible for providing assistance to the planning area with
their day-to-day operations utilizing organizational and technical
skills. Required Education, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and
Abilities Minimum two years of college or technical education in
landscape architecture, planning, or related field. Strong skills
in AutoCAD as well as experience with GIS systems. Proficient
knowledge and skills in Microsoft Office Word and Excel. Must have
great problem solving, analytical, organizational, interpersonal;
and written and verbal communication skills. Must be able to
multi-task and work calmly and effectively under pressure.
Essential Functions Attendance at work site as scheduled; must be
available to work other shifts and overtime as required. General
office work in assisting planning staff of minor planning and
clerical duties. Assist with Capital Projects such as: playground
installation, permeable parking lots, and shoreline restoration.
Survey parks and amenities with GPS. Revise Park master plan
drawings, prepare as-builts, and design details on the AutoCAD
system. Work on District master plan. Assist Project Planner with
field work (e.g. surveying, playground/planting layout, meeting
with contractors). Assist with the documentation involved in the
purchasing process including the legal bidding requirement process,
estimates, and receiving. Take minutes at meetings and publish them
in a comprehensive, organized and understandable manner within two
working days. Assist with AutoCAD drafting and plotting. Assist
with grant preparation. Assist in organizing information for the
yearly budget and Capital Asset Replacement Fund and Equipment
Replacement Fund schedules. Assist with maps and GIS data using
ESRI ArcGIS software. Produce reports and word processing
requirements of planning staff as directed. Assist in organizing
budget information. Communicate professionally with co-workers and
the public. Maintain effective two-way communication while dealing
with concerns in the field with all district staff and immediate
supervisor. Provide a high quality of customer service in a
professional manner to the internal customer that will facilitate
team building and exceptional customer service to the external
customer. Follow the Wheaton Park District policies, procedures,
and guidelines. Proactively support the Districts Mission, Vision,
and Values. Maintain good safety awareness and follow all safety
guidelines and procedures. Required Certificates, Licenses, etc.
Must have and maintain: valid driver’s license with acceptable
driving record; and CPR/AED certified or obtain within one (1) year
of employment. Physical Demands Must be able to: continuously
remain in a stationary position for long periods of time with
repetitive use of fingers/hands when working on a computer;
occasionally position ones’ self to move about the office to access
office equipment and files and move files weighting up to 30 lbs.;
rarely move objects up to 50 lbs. with assistance sometimes over
shoulders or head. Environmental Demands Must be able to:
consistently work in an office environment with moderate lighting
and noise; occasionally encounter pesticides, grease, oil, mud,
chemicals, smoke, and wet, slippery floors and surfaces. Hours
24-28 hours per week, schedule flexible between the operating hours
of Park Services Park Services Center Operating hours are
7:00am-3:00pm Mon-Fri Onsite position Salary Looking to hire within
the range of $20.24 - $25.30, DOQ Salary Range Min - Mid - Max
$20.24 - $25.30 - $30.35 The Wheaton Park District is an equal
opportunity employer. EOE/M/F/D/V
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