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Job Purpose
The Part-time Parks Maintenance Worker is responsible for cleaning and maintaining buildings, parks and equipment in order to ensure park standards are met and parks are functional, safe and attractive for all users of the Park District. The Parks Maintenance Worker also provides excellent customer service by effectively communicating and enforcing Park District rules, regulations, and policies to park visitors. The Parks Maintenance Worker drives park district vehicles.

The Park District of Oak Park is an equal opportunity employer!

The Parks Specialist 2 – Sports Fields is responsible for maintenance, athletic field operations, irrigation repair, inspecting athletic field turf conditions while performing routine, preventive and corrective maintenance of all twenty-three baseball/softball athletic fields and eighteen soccer fields. This includes maintenance and turf care at Tomaso Sports Complex.  Their role will also oversee, train, and work directly with part-time crew members to carry out daily maintenance duties and tasks.  This position is also responsible for performing a variety of park maintenance tasks in order to maintain and/or repair park properties, buildings, and park amenities throughout the year with the other full-time Parks maintenance staff. This position reports to the Parks Operations Supervisor. The Superintendent of Parks shall designate the normal hours of work required to properly perform the duties of the job.  A 40-hour work week is to be expected. Hours are M-F 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.  Due to the nature of this position, it is sometimes necessary to amend work hours to include evenings or additional days during the weekend. The employee shall be considered to be on duty whenever a need exists for their services and may be on-call some evenings and weekends.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES 

ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS

 PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

 
SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES

Possession of a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF POLICIES, SAFETY, ETC.

It is expected that all Huntley Park District Staff work toward the Mission, Vision and Core Values of the Huntley Park District and comply with the policies and procedures as set forth by the Board of Commissioners. Resources that outline these policies and procedures include the Board Policy Manual, Personnel Policy Manual, Safety Manual, Departmental Manual, Area or Job Specific Manuals and other written or verbal procedures as provided by your supervisor. As all situations cannot be documented even in manuals such as these, it is further expected that your actions as an employee are always performed with safety in mind, respect of your fellow staff and customers in mind, and at the direction of your supervisor. It is expected that all staff will learn and understand these policies and procedures.
 
This job description is meant as an outline of the job and does not represent all duties or a contract of employment.

The Arlington Heights Park District (AHPD) is one of the most noteworthy park districts in Illinois. Located 25 miles northwest from downtown Chicago, AHPD is the 3rd largest Park District in Cook County and the 12th largest in the State of Illinois. Since 1925, AHPD continues to enrich the community by providing fun, accessible, and impactful recreation and facilities for every age and every season. The District are stewards of five community centers with outdoor pools, two tennis clubs, Lake Arlington, Arlington Ridge Center, two public golf clubs and a driving range, Arlington Heights Historical Museum, Senior Center, 58 parks, 44 playgrounds, 22 miles of jogging and bike trails across 714 acres of land. AHPD is a three times National Gold Medal Award recipient for excellence in the field of parks and recreation management and an Illinois Distinguished Accredited Agency.

The Park District’s Finance Department supports the Recreation, Parks and Administrative functions through accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, registration, human resources, and IT. The Human Resources team of four provides personnel management support through ongoing recruiting, hiring, onboarding, training and developing the District’s over 90 full-time and 1,000 part-time staff.  

Take the reins of safety and training at the Arlington Heights Park District! This key leadership role offers the opportunity to develop and oversee all training workshops and safety procedures. You'll play a pivotal role in shaping the District's overall risk management strategy, ensuring a fun and secure environment for everyone. If you're passionate about creating impactful training experiences and fostering a culture of safety, this dynamic position is for you.

In exchange for your time and talent, we offer a generous benefit package, including:

The Arlington Heights Park District commits itself to diversity, equity, and inclusion to create a mutually respectful, multicultural, and equitable environment.

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The DeKalb Park District Board of Commissioners is actively seeking a vibrant and skilled professional to assume the pivotal role of Executive Director within our esteemed agency. This is an exceptional opportunity for an individual with a strong educational background and extensive experience in management and administration, particularly in the parks and recreation field.

 

The ideal candidate for the role of Executive Director with the DeKalb Park District will possess a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, focusing on fields such as business management, public or business administration, parks and recreation administration, or a closely related area. Additionally, candidates should bring a wealth of experience, with a minimum of five (5) years in upper-level management or administrative positions, preferably within the parks and recreation field. Prior experience as an Executive Director, while not mandatory, is highly preferred. A crucial aspect of this role is cultivating effective relationships between organizations and individuals, demonstrating a proven track record. 

 

We strongly encourage all interested candidates to apply and contribute to our mission of enriching community well-being through outstanding parks and recreational services. For detailed application procedures and requirements, please refer to the announcement of the vacancy announcement available at the following link:

https://view.flipdocs.com/executive-director-vacancy-2024

ABOUT US:  The Des Plaines Park District, established in 1919, features more than 50 parks and facilities. As an Illinois Distinguished Accredited Agency, we service a culturally diverse and growing community with hundreds of affordable recreational and educational programs, classes, and events for kids, teens, adults, and families each season. "Enriching Lives Everyday" is our vision and our constant goal. Due to an upcoming retirement, we have this exciting opportunity!

Job Title: Special Projects Supervisor

Grade: 11

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Department: Parks

Reports to: Superintendent of Parks & Planning

Supervises: Full Time Special Projects II, Special Projects I, Part-Time Staff

BASIC FUNCTION: The Special Projects Supervisor is responsible for the management of a variety of special construction projects throughout the District. The position oversees playground installations inspections and maintenance.

SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday, 7:00-3:30pm

Education:  Associates degree or certification program requiring two years to complete in building Trades

Experience: At least 5 years supervisory experience in related trades field. 

Demonstrated competencies within multiple trade disciplines such as; plumbing, electric, equipment operation, welding, concrete install/removal, HVAC repair, landscaping, carpentry, commercial painting. Must be able to read and understand blueprints and construction drawings. Basic computer skills: Outlook, Word and Excel.

Certifications: CPR and First Aid Certification, Classes available through Park District, Valid Illinois Driver’s License, Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI)