The Recreation Program Assistant – TREC (Therapeutic Recreation Experiences and Community) Day Program will support the implementation and facilitation of recreation programs designed for adults with disabilities in our day program on a 1:6 ratio. This part-time role involves assisting in organizing, coordinating, and executing various recreational activities and events aimed at promoting inclusion, socialization, and physical activity among participants. 
Two positions available: 
8:45am-3:15pm     Tu - Fri in Addison
8:30am-3pm           M, W, F in Lombard

 

 

The Part-Time Special Recreation Program Assistant is under the direct supervision of the Recreation Manager

 

 

1.      Experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred.

2.      Understanding of inclusive recreation principles and practices.

3.      Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

4.      Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

5.      Patience, empathy, and a genuine interest in supporting individuals with disabilities.

6.      Reliable and responsible with a commitment to maintaining a safe and supportive environment for all participants.

7.      Flexibility to adapt to changing program needs and schedules.

8.      CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
9.      Valid driver's license

 

 

1.      Assist in the planning and preparation of recreation programs and activities tailored to the needs and interests of individuals with disabilities.

2.      Support program implementation by setting up equipment, materials, and spaces required for recreational sessions.

3.      Provide assistance and supervision to participants during recreational activities, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times.

4.      Engage participants in interactive games, sports, arts and crafts, and other recreational pursuits to foster social interaction and skill development.

5.      Offer encouragement, guidance, and support to participants as they engage in various recreational endeavors.

6.      Collaborate with program coordinators and other staff members to evaluate program effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.

7.      Maintain a positive and inclusive atmosphere within the recreation program, promoting respect, diversity, and acceptance among participants.

8.      Assist in record-keeping tasks, including participant attendance, program evaluations, and incident reports.

9.      Communicate effectively with participants, families, caregivers, and staff members to address any concerns, provide updates, and ensure a smooth program experience.

10.   Adhere to all organizational policies, procedures, and safety guidelines during program activities.
11.   Drive agency vehicles when needed. Training provided. 

 Position Summary:
The Director of Parks and Recreation is a highly responsible administrative professional who
manages, directs, supervises and coordinates the programs and services of the North Riverside Parks and Recreation Department. Work involves responsibility for developing and administrating a comprehensive, year-round recreation program, complete with special events, to meet the growing needs of the community and for managing the maintenance of parks, playgrounds and other recreation facilities. Exercises direct supervision over all department personnel and community volunteers. Work is performed under the general administration of the Village Administrator.

Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in recreation administration, business administration or a certified Parks and Recreation professional with a record of ongoing participation in continuing education.
- At least five (5) years of progressive management experience in the Parks and Recreation profession, with a minimum of three (3) years of supervisory experience.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Plans, organizes, directs and evaluates all recreational programs and services for effectiveness
and efficiency and recommends and implements changes as appropriate.
• Develops and recommends policies and procedures to effectively and safely operate, organize
and maintain the Village’s recreational facilities, playgrounds and parks.
• Prepares and administers the department’s annual operating budget and capital improvements
plan; supervises the maintenance of required records; prepares or supervises the preparation
of regular and special reports.
• Evaluates the feasibility of new recreation programs and facilities to meet department
objectives and standards and reviews recommendations with the Village Administrator where
appropriate.
• Supervises all full-time, part-time and seasonal recreation staff. Recruits, trains, motivates and
evaluates work performance of department personnel.
• Plans, organizes and administers an annual golf outing and fundraising event for the North
Riverside Youth Scholarship and Educational Fund, a separate 503(c) corporation affiliated
with the Village.
• Provides highly responsible and complex administrative support to the Village Administrator
and Board of Trustees, including contract administration, grant writing and administration and
procurement activities as it relates to the Parks and Recreation Department.
• Provides staff support to the North Riverside Citizen’s Recreation Committee; advises civic and
special interest groups regarding the parks and recreation programs and services; acts as
village liaison for the Neighborhood Services Program.
• Promotes park and recreation programs, facilities, and special events through various media,
school and government agencies, civic and special interest groups, and professional
organizations.
• Effectively markets recreation programs and events; manages the preparation of professional
quality flyers, brochures, and other publications; develops and maintains a public education
and awareness campaign.
• Responds orally and/or in writing to a variety of requests and correspondences from community groups, state and local officials, and the general public. Represents the Village on various intergovernmental boards and commissions.
• Promotes and maintains responsive community relations.
• Follows safe work practices; participates in the Village’s safety committee to ensure established loss control and risk management practices are followed and implemented within all recreation programs and services.
• Plans, schedules and operates various special community events and activities throughout the
year, including Concerts in the Park, July 4th festivities, Autumn Fest, Biggest Block Party,
various holiday celebrations, etc.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Peripheral Duties:
• Provides backup for other functions within the department.
• Works special events, activities and trips as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications:
Training, Education, and Experience Requirements
• Possess, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid State of Illinois driver’s license.
• Pass and maintain CPR and First Aid Certifications as provided by the Village.
• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in
recreation, recreation administration, business administration, or a closely related field; a
Master’s Degree or a Certified Parks and Recreation Professional (CPRP) with a record of
ongoing participation in continuing education is preferred.
• Five (5) years of progressive management experience in the administration of recreational
programming, social and cultural programs and services or event planning, including three (3)
years of administrative and supervisory experience.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience that would likely provide the following
knowledge, abilities, and skills is qualifying.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Thorough knowledge of the modern principals and objectives of parks and recreation
administration and management.
• Thorough knowledge of a wide variety of recreational, social and leisure activities for children
and adults.
• Thorough knowledge of the principals and objectives of event planning.
• Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of playground and park design,
construction, and maintenance requirements.
• Knowledge of the legal aspects and laws relating to recreation and leisure services.
• Ability to plan, initiate, direct, and supervise a comprehensive recreation program.
• Ability to evaluate and organize diverse data into sound program recommendations.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to supervise and oversee a qualified coaching certification program.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision; a self-starter.
• Ability to perform responsible and difficult work involving the use of independent judgement and personal initiative.
• Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.
• Excellent verbal and oral communication skills.
• Excellent character, integrity and adaptability.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to be a visionary and dynamic leader who has a strong presence in the NR community working closely with local elected officials and community leaders.
• Inclusive and collaborative management style.
• Keen sense of customer relations.

Hours of Work:
The typical hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm, with additional work and
appearances required at Board of Trustee, committee and citizen advisory board meetings,
professional networking events, and special community events outside of the traditional forty-hour
work week.

Work Location:
This position reports to work daily at the North Riverside Village Commons, 2401 S. DesPlaines
Avenue, North Riverside. Will work at various locations as needed for job and daily duties.

Contact with Others:
This position involves extensive contact with elected officials, community leaders, other village
employees and the general public; acting as a public liaison to various boards and committees,
citizen groups and organizations and professional associations. This position is required to speak in
front of a large audiences and is responsible for leading group training instructions.

Working Considerations:
The physical demands and working environment described in this section are representative of those
an individual will encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.
• Work is generally performed in an inside office environment that is smoke free with controlled
temperature and fluorescent lighting. Hand eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of office equipment.
• Required to occasionally stand, walk and sit for extended periods of time.
• Required to occasionally use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls;
reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; and smell.
• Required to occasionally ride in chartered buses or other vehicles used to transport groups of
people to destinations of interest.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision,
peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Work may be required in an outdoor environment with weather conditions and temperatures
experienced in the extremes or exposure to airborne particles.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate in office settings and
moderate in the field or outdoors.

Selection Considerations:
Formal application, rating of education and experience, oral interview and reference check, and job
related tests may be required

How to Apply:
To access a full job description, please visit the Village of North Riverside website
www.northriverside-il.org/employment_opportunities.
 Interested candidates should submit a
completed employment application with cover letter, resume and at least five professional references
by email to administration@northriverside-il.org.
This position will remain open until filled. Initial review of applications begins September 3, 2024 
 
 

*Schaumburg Tennis Plus owned and operated by Schaumburg Park District*

Arch Amenities Group, the world's leading spa, fitness and leisure firm, is seeking a Tennis Director. The Tennis Director will be responsible for organizing tennis programs for a facility; bringing in new members; giving lessons; operating a pro shop (if applicable); maintaining courts; scheduling lessons, tournaments, and court time.

*Compensation is 54,000 Annually
*Plus Teaching Commissions

Responsibilities:

 

Qualifications:

SUMMARY:  Under the general direction and supervision of the Director of Operations, the Inwood Ice Arena Superintendent is responsible for overseeing all day-to-day operations regarding facility activities/programs, including, but not limited to service contracts, projects, mechanical equipment, and building safety.

BENEFITS: A generous benefits package including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, and life insurance, pension (IMRF) plan, paid time off including vacation, sick and holiday pay, employee assistance program, fitness center membership and discounted facility and program costs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

Develop and execute a system of regularly scheduled maintenance at the Ice Arena to prevent premature failure of the facility and its system and components.  Maintain complete historical data concerning the facility, particularly the equipment and components.  Provide training and direction on an ongoing basis for staff at the Ice Arena, including directing staff on all park policies and procedures.  Evaluate staff on a regular basis through verbal and written direction to include in annual evaluation.  Prepare and submit for approval the budget for the Ice Arena.  Responsible for continual monitoring of all revenues and expenses and reporting any discrepancies from budgeted amounts to the Director of Operations.  Work with the Skating Supervisor to coordinate Ice Skating Programs and Ice Show schedules.  Maintain a fair balance of ice time for each affiliate group according to their needs and in the best interest of the Park District.  Responsible for communicating with all users of the ice on a continual basis.  Responsible for purchasing and billing for all aspects of the ice arena as directed by the Director of Operations.  In coordination with the Ice-Skating Supervisor, responsible for inputting programs into park district software, Sportsman.  In coordination with the Communications Department and Ice-Skating Supervisor, responsible for all marketing and advertising of the Inwood Ice Arena.  Responsible for ice maintenance, which includes driving a Zamboni.

For a complete list of duties and qualifications, please visit Employment | Joliet Park District

 Job Title: Maintenance 
Calendar Work Days: 12 Months Supervisor: 
Site Manager/Director of Buildings and Grounds 
Status: Non Exempt - SEIU POSITION 
SUMMARY: To help ensure maintenance of school buildings are in excellent condition so that buildings may be used at all times. In addition to providing a safe, secure, and clean educational environment. 

QUALIFICATIONS - EXPERIENCE - KNOWLEDGE:
● High school diploma or equivalent required
● Minimum two year maintenance or applicable work experience 
● Experience in industrial or school environments preferred with a working knowledge of plumbing, electrical repair, building systems and computer-controlled systems preferred.
● Ability to read and understand technical direction, procedures, safety manuals, etc. 
● Ability to communicate in English (speak/read/write) 
● Ability to operate and use materials and equipment in a safe manner 
● Ability to set work priorities, multi-task and work independently, and use time management and organization strategies well. 
● Presents a professional image and interacts professionally with faculty, staff, students and community 
● Valid drivers license may be required 

ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: The tasks listed below are representative of the essential performance responsibilities. Tasks assigned to individuals will vary based on department needs and it is possible not all duties will be performed in any given year. However individuals must be able to perform the following duties, with or without reasonable accommodation, as assigned by their supervisor. 
● Maintain school buildings on a regular basis for needed repairs and emergency problems 
● Performs a variety of plumbing, electrical, ceiling and flooring repairs and maintenance
● Assist in estimating the cost of repairs in terms of labor, material and overhead as requested 
● Inspect district-owned facilities on a regular basis for purposes of preventative maintenance
● Responsible for building checks such as checking heating, building security of windows and doors. Also, will observe conditions of facility, boilers and refrigeration 
● Responsible for maintenance of tools and equipment to ensure safe, clean and efficient operation. July 2022 
● Perform repairs and general maintenance on building construction, general building repair, hardware, concrete, carpentry and special assignments as needed 
● Recommends purchase of suitable supplies, tools and equipment for projects. Also, maintains inventory of all supplies, tools and equipment used for projects. 
● Maintains a high standard of safety, cleanliness and efficiency when performing all maintenance and repair work.
 ● Frequently will be involved in the set up and clean up of various events taking place on the school grounds including but not limited to ,moving wrestling mats, setting up gymnastic events, moving bleachers, risers and stairs, setting up sound systems and tables and chairs. 
● Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit and see, talk and hear. The employee must be able to be on his/her feet for the full shift. The employee is required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must be able to lift a minimum of fifty (50) pounds on occasion and 35 pounds regularly. The employee must be able to push/pull items of a variety of weights, shapes, and sizes. The employee must be able to climb stairs and be on ladders up to six feet regularly and be able to get into the ceiling. Must be able to work at heights up to 35 feet. The employee must be able to work in confined areas. The employee must be able to position themselves to be able to reach and work on maintenance related work. The employee must be able to work with a variety of cleaning chemicals and other substances. The employee may be required to use computers and other office equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, such as to read type or hand written material. The noise level in the work environment is generally quiet but can also be that of a high school and can be loud when in places like gyms and cafeterias. The employee may need to work outside in a variety of weather situations including extreme cold and heat. The employee is continuously interacting with students and staff. The information contained in this job description posting is for compliance with the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. The individuals currently holding this position perform additional duties and additional duties may be assigned. 
Notice of Nondiscrimination: The District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: