The Warming Center Lead is responsible for providing daily operational leadership during assigned overnight shifts of the city’s temporary warming center located at 712 S. River St. for individuals experiencing homelessness.
The Warming Center Lead will manage center staff, volunteers, and contractors while coordinating tasks which includes intake, food distribution, supportive services, managing the facility, and staffing. This position will report directly the Warming Center Manager.
Duties of the position include but are not limited to: Manage and oversee the daily operations of the warming center under the direction of the Warming Center Manager; Assist the Warming Center Manager to ensure the warming center is properly staffed to open if weather conditions are met; Maintain accurate records and reports; Coordinate with Warming Center Manager to ensure coverage for security, food, and other needs; Coordinate intake, admissions, and exits; Coordinate with law enforcement, EMS, and emergency responders when necessary; Maintain a safe and sanitary facility which includes reporting any issues identified to the Warming Center Manager; Other related duties as assigned.
This position requires an associate's degree in Social Work, Human Services, Psychology, Public Administration, Nonprofit Management, Criminal Justice, or related field. This position also requires one (1) year of progressively responsible experience in homeless services, social services, emergency shelter operations, or related human services. One (1) year of supervisory or management experience is preferred.
This is a part-time, temporary position position with the expectation to work approximately 15 - 30 hours per week between November 1, 2026 until March 31, 2027. The available shifts are 6:00 PM - 1:00 AM or 1:00 AM - 8:00 AM. The center is open when the temperatures drops below 32 degrees for a period of 6 hours. There may be opportunities to adjust working hours based on operational need.
The hourly rate is $31.84 and will not include benefits.
Applications should be submitted online by 3:00 PM CST on September 4, 2026.
To learn more about the City of Aurora, IL, visit https://www.aurora.il.us/Government-and-Engagement/About-Our-City (https://www.aurora.il.us/Government-and-Engagement/About-Our-City).
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