Projects Foreman

• Performs construction duties, including but not limited to, plastering, painting, drywall, flooring, masonry and tuck pointing, concrete flat work, footings, park site amenity installation, playground equipment installation, fences, and bridges.
• Supervise, lead, direct, evaluate, hire and manage three (3) Projects Specialists.
• Performs duties as a staff leader on specific projects for a group of parks specialists, giving direction, advising, and answering questions.
• Constructs playgrounds.
• Provides preventive maintenance and a variety of rough and finish carpentry and general building construction for Park District buildings and grounds.
• Maintains a pro-active approach to safety and risk management. Involved in creating, implementing, and evaluating sound risk management policies and procedures. Is prepared and cooperative with annual loss control review process.
• Performs the job safely and in compliance with Park District policies, procedures, work and safety rules.
• Estimates equipment and material needs for specific job assignments.
• Provides, and monitors budgets for district projects
• Purchases, maintains and oversees inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Submits and maintains accurate records and reports.
• Assists inspectors and other district employees on building code compliance.
• Inspects parks and building facilities on a weekly or daily basis.
• Performs general park and building maintenance, construction, and special setups as assigned.
• Snow removal in winter months.

• Demonstrate consistent attendance and on-time arrival.
• A valid Illinois driver’s license is required.
• Must be able to read, write and speak in English.
• CPR/AED certification or be able to earn within 60 days.

• Must have working knowledge of all carpentry, woodworking and knowledge of plumbing, H.V.A.C.,electrical and concrete maintenance and construction.
• CPSI certified.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Must be a strategic thinker with a strong work ethic, highly motivated, self-starting, outgoing and energetic.

• Required to sit, stand, walk, bend, climb stairs, twist, talk and hear; use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate objects, tool, or controls and reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally required to walk on uneven grounds.
• Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of office equipment.
• Specific vision abilities are required and include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
• May occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

• Most activities will be performed outdoors.
• Driving to other park facilities will require the worker to be outside.
• Employee may be exposed to cleaning agents and toner chemicals.

1. Will be responsible for compiling a complete inventory of all parks in the community.
2. Will be the main point of contact for Men’s Summer Softball league. Attends to the weekly operational needs and statistical updates of softball league. Provides weekly updates to all teams and manages needs as they arise, including stocking first aid kits, ordering softballs and managing game protests.
3. Assists in collection of sponsorships and donations for the department.
4. Attends to the daily operational needs the Parks & Rec department, including multiple daily trips to locations for supplies and program evaluations, photos etc.
5. Works ALL special events, including Memorial Day Procession, Unplug & Play, Lunch on the Lawn, Movies in the Park, Pool Special Events, July 4th, etc.
6. Assists with program registrations and pass sales, including periods of intensive computer processing with custom registration system.
7. Weekly visits to programs held at local parks, ensuring program quality. Programs are held at various locations.
8. Assists with production of the seasonal program brochure and editing.
9. Assists in management of social media marketing, specifically Facebook and Instagram.
10. Performs any additional errands or duties as related to department needs. This may include purchasing candy or bottled water for July 4th, printer ink for the pool, organizing storage spaces, etc.

• Pursuing Associates degree, Bachelor's degree preferred in Therapeutic Recreation or a related field.  Related experience will be considered.
• Knowledge and ability to plan, supervise and evaluate recreation programs and special events for persons with disabilities.
• Ability to demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills.
• Pre-employment physical including drug and alcohol test required.

•  To supervise, plan and evaluate weekly programs, day camps, cooperative programs and special events as assigned by the Intern Supervisor.
•  To assist with the inclusion process as well as work some inclusions. 
•  To assist in the selection of programs to be offered each season.
•  To involve participants in the program planning process.
•  To act upon requests, suggestions by participants and parents concerning recreation services.
•  To assist in orientations and training of seasonal staff and volunteers.
•  To prepare budget estimates, routine, and special reports for the Superintendent.
•  To prepare program information for flyers, brochures, and news releases.
•  To participate in agency fundraising events and public relations activities.

• Job experience working with a variety of wonderful individuals of all ability levels.
•  Flexible schedule.
•  Learn New Skills.
•  Share your talents.