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The Gurnee Park District is excited to be recruiting for this newly created position, developed to support our growing cultural arts program portfolio.

Under the direction and supervision of the Director of Recreation, the Cultural Arts Supervisor oversees a flourishing dance program that features a spring and fall recital, a growing theater program, as well as supplemental cultural and performing arts programs and camps. This position also will play a key role in developing innovative and creative cultural arts programming for the community. 
 
The Cultural Arts Supervisor directly oversees a dance coordinator, dance instructors, theater instructors, and programming staff. The Supervisor also provides leadership and guidance to contractual groups that the park district partners with to increase community offerings, ensuring services align with the park district’s values. This full-time role works a minimum of 40 hours per week, balancing typical office hours (8:30am-5pm) with a presence during programs and special events.
 
QUALIFICATIONS
  • Experience:  A minimum of three to five years of supervisory experience in dance and/or cultural arts is required. 
  • Education:  Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation, Education, or a related field is required.
  • Skills/Competencies:  Must demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the recreation industry, as well as the creativity and ability necessary to initiate new concepts and programs. Must possess the knowledge and ability to organize, plan, and supervise a wide variety of programs, events, staff, volunteers, and facilities. Must be able to analyze survey and participation data, interpret customer needs and interests, develop and evaluate creative options to meet customer needs/interests, and thoughtfully implement final ideas. Must have the ability to prepare program budgets, manuals, and program guidelines for these areas. Must be able to work with various computer software applications and mobile devices. Knowledge of state, local and national standards in these areas is also important.
  • Certifications:  Must have a valid Driver’s License. First-Aid, CPR, AED certification or the ability to obtain this certification within 60 days of hire is required (training provided by the Park District). CPRP certification preferred.
 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB 
  1. Expand the Park District’s Cultural Arts programming portfolio, ensuring programs are innovative, engaging, rewarding and fun for all participants.  
  2. Plan, organize, implement, and evaluate the Cultural and Performing Arts programming areas, including but not limited to visual arts, youth and adult dance, Above the Barre dance team, music, theater, contractual programming, and seasonal programming. 
  3. Recruit, hire, train, evaluate, and provide schedules for all necessary staff and volunteers.
  4. Lead special events and specialty programs related to Cultural and Performing Arts. 
  5. Prepare seasonal program, facility, and event information to be published by the Marketing Department.
  6. Prepare a budget and goals for the Cultural Arts program portfolio annually and work to achieve these objectives.
  7. Work with WSRA (Warren Special Recreation Association) to coordinate Inclusion services for children with special needs. 
  8. Continually evaluate programs and facilities through direct observation, program evaluations and other methods of evaluation within the assigned area. 
  9. Analyze program evaluation, participation, and community data to inform decisions, plan for the future, and ensure community needs are met. 
  10. Work cooperatively with other departments to ensure smooth program and facility operations.
  11. Provide support to colleagues in other park district program areas when possible and requested, such as for special events. 
  12. Submit work orders for needed repairs, program/event setups, and other maintenance.
  13. Prepare and deliver staff evaluations annually and provide oversight to direct reports for evaluations they prepare for their staff.
  14. Provide oversight into the development and implementation of necessary manuals.
  15. Complete necessary records, statistics, and reports as assigned and follow departmental guidelines for receiving customer feedback.
  16. Respond to customers and staff within one business day.  When this is not possible, please indicate receipt of message and when they can expect a full response.
  17. Assure that the implementation of programs and services are safe and do not discriminate against age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, or disability.
  18. Attend and execute assigned components of the Gurnee Days Community Event. This event is scheduled annually for the second full weekend in August. 
  19. Assist with award and accreditation submissions at federal, state, and local levels. 
  20. All other duties as assigned.
 
ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  1. Serve on internal committees as assigned.
  2. Serve on external committees as assigned.
  3. Assist the Director of Recreation with administrative duties, as needed.
  4. Assist the Executive Director in the absence of the Director of Recreation, as assigned.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 

  • Job Status: Full-Time, Exempt.
  • Compensation: Starting salary range is $50,000 to $60,000 annually. Starting salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications of the successful candidate.
  • Benefits: An excellent benefits package is included.
  • Contact: Melissa Marsh, Director of Recreation, MMarsh@GurneeParkDistrict.com, (847)599-3756.
  • Closing Date: First review date, Monday, August 26, 2024. Open until filled.
  • To Apply: Click here, Cultural Arts Supervisor.

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 Gurnee Park District

 Contact

Melissa Marsh
847-599-3756
mmarsh@gurneeparkdistrict.com

 Closing Date

Open Until Filled

  $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 Salary/year

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Job Purpose:
The full time Youth Engagement Supervisor responsibilities include but are not limited to design, recruit and maintain teen advisors who will lead the afterschool programs offerings from 3:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. as well as serve as the primary point of contact for the community recreation center from Monday-Friday typically from 11:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.


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

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 Park District of Oak Park

 Contact

Desiree Hines
708-725-2161
desiree.hines@pdop.org

 Closing Date

Open Until Filled

 $51,824.03

Application Deadline: Wednesday, September 4, 2024, at 5:00 p.m.
 
 
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Attend events and programs, as required, which may be during non-traditional work hours and include evenings and weekends.
 
Pay Range: $24.9154 - $36.1274 Hourly / $51,824.03 - $75,144.99 Annually
 
Starting Pay: $24.9154 Hourly / $51,824.03 Annually
 
Characteristics of the Job
Under the direction of the Parks & Recreation Director, performs general office duties and professional work related to planning, and organizing of special events, festivals and other park and recreation programs. Independent judgment is exercised in determining work methods after receiving written and oral instructions.  
 
Examples of Duties
Recommend, develop, and oversee the department’s special events and festival program and other recreation programs, as assigned. 
 
Develop short-term and long-term goals and strategies for programs and activities, in accordance with department and Park Board objectives. 
 
Seek out new funding and revenue sources through new programs, sponsorships, and grant opportunities
 
Research public and private grant sources to identify sources of funding. Assist staff in writing grants. 
Coordinate projects, programs, and events on an interdepartmental and/or a community-wide basis.
 
Analyze program success and recommend change.
 
Register participants, collect program and service fees; issue receipts.
 
Complete reservations and perform routine clerical and typing tasks.
 
Answer public inquiries concerning programs, services and facilities.
 
Assist in preparing the annual budget for assigned programs and events.  
 
Prepare records and activity reports.
 
Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, ordinances, policies, procedures and league rules; resolve complaints or protests concerning same.
 
Attend events and programs, as required, which may be during non-traditional work hours and includes evenings and weekends.      
 
Other duties may be assigned.
 
Training and Experience
Associate’s degree or equivalent from a two-year college or university with concentration in leisure/recreation services or physical education, supplemented by two (2) years of experience in recreation, tourism; some experience in office policies and practices; experience in public sector preferred; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
 
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Good knowledge of recreation programming, event coordination; and registration documents; basic knowledge of office policies and practices; spelling and grammar; searching for grant opportunities and grant-writing; knowledge of sports rules and recreation program computer applications; and of the laws, policies and procedures that impact the work performed.
 
Excellent skill in public and employee relations and in maintaining effective working relationships with other employees, officials, agencies, vendors and the public; proofreading and performing data entry with a high degree of accuracy; communicating effectively, orally and in writing; operating of modern office equipment including computers; skill in multitasking and composing clear, concise and informative correspondence; preparing payroll, schedules and reports; using Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Publisher and Excel, web design software and other software used in the production of promotional items; and in organizing, completing and reporting on projects and programs.
 
Ability to coordinate and schedule seasonal staff and volunteers; work varied evening, weekend and holiday hours; prepare reports; identify problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
 
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Valid Illinois driver’s license or equivalent.
 
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.  The employee frequently is required to sit.  The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and use hands and fingers to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.  The employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Residency
AFSCME employees shall live within a 20-mile radius from the City’s Emergency Center, located at 1630 8th Avenue in Moline, within 180 days of hire.
 
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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 City of Moline

 Contact

Fawn Schultz
309-524-2068
fschultz@moline.il.us

 Closing Date

September 04, 2024

 $45,000- $51,000 DOQ

The FLASH Manager is a full-time, exempt position. The position will oversee the Oak Lawn Park District’s FLASH Before & After School Program.

BENEFITS
The Oak Lawn Park District is committed to a comprehensive employee benefit program that helps our employees stay healthy, feel secure and maintain a work/life balance. Some of the many benefits we offer include: Medical, Dental and Vision Care; Pension Plan (IMRF); Paid-Time Off (Vacation, Sick-time, Holidays); Employee discounts or free programs at park district facilities- free use of all fitness facilities for employees; Employee Assistance Program; Monthly Healthy Living Club Meetings- provide staff an opportunity to try different forms of recreational activities at no cost.

*The Oak Lawn Park District is an equal opportunity employer. Equal access to programs, services and employment is available to all persons. Those applicants requiring accommodations to the application and/or interview process should contact Delaney Mossman at dmossman@olparks.com.

ABOUT US
The Oak Lawn Park District, incorporated in 1944, has a long and proud history of serving the recreational needs of our 56,000 residents with a myriad of recreational programs and services. We operate under the state tax cap as a municipal corporation, meaning we are our own taxing body. Overseen by a Board of five elected officials, the District manages a combination of 34 parks and facilities which cover over 280 acres. In addition, we manage a Special Recreation Cooperative that offers recreational programs and services to individuals with disabilities in 9 municipalities.

QUALIFICATIONS
Graduation from an accredited university with a bachelor’s degree in recreation or a related discipline. At least two years of work experience in the field of recreation is desirable.

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR
Community Pavilion General Manager

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
 Will work harmoniously with Ridgeland School District 122 and Oak Lawn Hometown School District 123 to provide the FLASH Before & After School Program.
 Learn and utilize RecTrac software.
 Hire, staff and train 40+ seasonal staff to facilitate the FLASH Program.
 Complete needed staff-related functions such as scheduling, payroll, and evaluations.
 Provide excellent customer service to the families in the FLASH Program by offering quality care, a safe environment and flexible options to accommodate as many families as possible.
 Closely monitor FLASH billing and household balances to ensure timely payments.
 Follow up in a timely manner on delinquent payments and address according to policy.
 Work with the PR & Marketing Department to create advertisements and promotional materials for programming on a regular basis.
 Will evaluate non-contracted programming and operations on a regular basis to ensure we are meeting or exceeding the required 30% profit margin on revenue to cover overhead expenses.
 Assist in fulfilling agency’s mission, vision, and strategic plan, including attending any related meetings or performing any related job duties.
 Obeys and enforces District safety rules, regulations and procedures established by the safety program that is pertinent to the activities conducted by the department.
 Work during mandatory Oak Lawn Park District holiday events.
 Attend meetings with other departments in the park district to keep informed of events within the district.

To apply and see the full job description, please visit https://olparks.bamboohr.com/careers/86.

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 Oak Lawn Park District

 Contact

Cate Coyle
708-857-2420
ccoyle@olparks.com

 Closing Date

Open Until Filled

 $80,000 - $92,000

The Village of Grayslake (population 21,248) is actively seeking qualified candidates for a full-time special services coordinator. 

Working under the general direction of the village manager and as part of the management team, this position includes a combination of direct management responsibilities and oversight, through various onsite staff, of Village special service facilities including the family aquatic center and the Grayslake Senior Center. This position will also be directly responsible for the Village’s communications program, grant pursuit efforts, and sustainability programs. 

The successful candidate must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills and have proven skills in various software applications including Microsoft Office and Canva. This position requires a high level of integrity in dealing with confidential and sensitive information. The successful candidate must be able to prioritize work responsibilities, meet deadlines, exercise good judgement, and work independently as well as part of a team. Excellent customer service skills as well as a willingness to take on new responsibilities are a must. 

The successful candidate must have 3+ years of relevant municipal experience. Experience with parks & recreation management and/or communications is also preferred. A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university is preferred, but consideration will also be given to candidates with 5+ years of relevant professional experience in lieu of a bachelor’s degree. 

The salary range for this position is $80,000-$92,000. Starting salary will be within the salary range and will be dependent on qualifications. Position also includes an excellent benefits package.

Interested & qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and completed employment application immediately to: Kelly Karl, kkarl@villageofgrayslake.com. This position is open until filled.

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 Village of Grayslake

 Contact

Kelly Karl
847-223-8515
kkarl@villageofgrayslake.com

 Closing Date

Open Until Filled