Careers

As Lake County’s principal guardian of open space and natural areas since 1958, we set the standard in nature and historic preservation, and in outdoor recreation and education. We offer a broad range of employment opportunities, including career and temporary positions. Browse available opportunities below. If you have trouble viewing the list below visit our Career Portal. Email jobs@LCFPD.org to check the status of an application. 

Thanks for your interest in employment with the Lake County Forest Preserve District, an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

    Available Employment Opportunities

You can apply online by clicking on the job title you are interested in and after viewing the job summary, click the 'Apply' button in the upper right corner of the posting. If this is the first time you are applying using our online job application, you will need to create an account and select a Username and Password. This account information and application will be saved and can be used when you apply for future job openings. The District implemented a new Career Portal as of October 1, 2024. Anyone applying for a position after October 1, 2024 will have to establish a new account.

Online applications are stored on a secure site. Only authorized employees and hiring authorities have access to the information submitted.