Six Flags to host job fairs in February, March

GURNEE, IL -- Six Flags Great America has planned four job fairs to fill 3,200 seasonal positions for the 2012 season. They're being held through February and March at the theme park in Gurnee.

The Six Flags job fairs are scheduled to take place from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the following dates: Saturday, February 11th, Saturday, February 25th, Saturday, March 10th, and Saturday, March 24th.

Candidates can apply to a variety of positions available including guest relations, operations, retail, food service, security, paramedics, landscaping, games, aquatics and entertainment.

The employment opportunities vary from entry level to paid internships to management level. They can last up to eight months.

On top of free park admission, team members are also eligible for reward programs, scholarships, flexible scheduling and health benefits.

Applicants are encouraged to complete an online application prior to attending a hiring event at sixflagsjobs.com.