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$75,000+, DOQ
Incorporated in 1955 and encompassing more than 454 acres, the Mt. Prospect Park District provides outstanding recreational programs, events, parks, facilities and services. With seven primary facilities and 27 neighborhood parks, the Park District is an integral part of a thriving multi-generational community. District open space includes two outdoor pools, biking and walking paths, a dog park and sizable space for outdoor athletic programming. The District covers over 11 square miles and serves a region of over a quarter million residents in Mount Prospect and surrounding communities.
The Superintendent of Recreation is responsible for the development, management and promotion of various divisions of the Recreation Department as well as direct management of the RecPlex facility. The Superintendent of Recreation is responsible for the direction and supervision of all full-time and part-time personnel and activities within the assigned area. Responsibilities include registration procedures, recruiting, hiring, training and staff evaluation, purchasing equipment and supplies, payroll, budget, capital improvements and other administrative duties. This position will report to the Director of Recreation and will be the Recreation Department contact when the Director of Recreation is unavailable.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation Administration/Leisure Studies or a related field. CPRP preferred.
- Must have 8+ years of supervisory experience in the recreation industry including previous experience in recreation program and facility management with a demonstrated understanding of all operations. Previous experience managing full-time recreation staff is preferred.
- Must possess sound budgetary skills. Must demonstrate understanding of financial functions of facilities and recreational programming.
- Must possess thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and application of lifesaving and first aid techniques. Must be CPR/AED certified or become CPR/AED certified within 1 month of employment.
- Must possess a valid driver's license.
- Must be proficient in MS Office, Google Workspace, database software, and internet and website portals.
- Strong oral and written communication skills are required. Must be able to communicate effectively with others to allow for coordination of work, safety and in emergency situations as needed.
- Must possess a high level of energy, social skills, initiative and enthusiasm. Must be able to work cooperatively with others and be able to work harmoniously and maintain effective relationships with fellow employees, patrons, community groups and other units of local government.
- Must be able to maintain self-control and composure in difficult situations. Must be able to proactively troubleshoot, problem solve and make sound judgments with respect to confidentiality.
- Must be able to work independently under the general direction of the Director of Recreation.
- Must be able to adhere to all Park District policies.
Salary Range and Benefits:
The starting annual salary for this position is $75,000 + depending on qualifications. The District offers an excellent benefit package including medical, dental, IMRF pension enrollment (Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund), short-term disability, long-term disability (IMRF), life insurance, VSP-vision discount program, 457 deferred compensation plan, paid time off, park district facility discounts and usage benefits, and a commitment to on-going employee education and training.
The starting annual salary for this position is $75,000 + depending on qualifications. The District offers an excellent benefit package including medical, dental, IMRF pension enrollment (Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund), short-term disability, long-term disability (IMRF), life insurance, VSP-vision discount program, 457 deferred compensation plan, paid time off, park district facility discounts and usage benefits, and a commitment to on-going employee education and training.
How to apply:
Open until filled. Apply online at: https://www.applitrack.com/mppd/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Recreation
Please include a resume, cover letter and three professional references with your online application.
Open until filled. Apply online at: https://www.applitrack.com/mppd/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Recreation
Please include a resume, cover letter and three professional references with your online application.
The Mt. Prospect Park District - www.mppd.org
The Mt. Prospect Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The Mt. Prospect Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Mt. Prospect Park District
Contact
Mary Kiaupa 847-255-5380Closing Date
Open Until Filled$75,000 to $95,000
JOB SUMMARY: Under the direction and supervision of the Executive Director, the Business Manager oversees the areas of finance, human resources, personnel, and information technology processes.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Establish policies for fiscal controls and daily operation of the District
- Prepare reoccurring and/or ad-hoc reports as required by the Executive Director
- Assist in the preparation of short and long range financial planning
- Assist in the development and control of the annual operation budget
- Analyze financial data and create reports for the departments as needed
- Provide monthly operating statement and cash report for the second monthly board report
- Reconcile monthly bank statements and prepare monthly reconciling statements
- Prepare, file, and publish financial reports as required by law
- Prepare and file annual tax levy, budget and appropriation, prevailing wage rates ordinances and/or any other ordinances
- Supervise the semi-monthly Accounts Payable process, including, but not limited to, reviewing account coding versus budget coding, board approvals, actual payments versus budgeted amounts and checks
- Review bi-weekly payroll reports prior to payroll payments
- Review, create, and/or post daily income journals as well as periodic expense journals
- Prepare monthly Business Manager Board Reports, attend board meetings, and respond to Board member inquiries and requests as needed
- Manage cash flow and invest available cash
- Assist in preparation of annual bond disclosure
- Coordinate all District vendor agreements and contracts
- Maintain, move, and set up office and computer equipment
- Supervise the Human Resources Supervisor, Bookkeeper(s) and IT Specialist
- Complete annual performance evaluations and wage change recommendations for all supervised employees
- Process applicable transactions with complete understanding of department Cash handling Policy and Procedures
Marginal or Additional Responsibilities:
- Keep abreast of current and ongoing state, federal, and private matching funds programs that relate to park and recreation
- Keep current on the development of new state laws and general accounting changes
- Perform or assist with other projects or duties at the Executive Director’s discretion
LOCATION: Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center, 8125 W. 171st St, Tinley Park
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s Degree in basic accounting or related field is required
- Five or more years of work experience in a related field is required
- Masters’ Degree in Public Administration and/or CPA designation is desirable
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
- Exceptional communication skills – both oral and written
- Advanced understanding of government fund accounting
- Working knowledge of information systems, budgets, planning, and reporting systems
- General understanding of the Park District code, which includes Appropriation and Tax Levy Ordinance
- Excellent knowledge of accounting and math procedures
INCENTIVES: The annual salary for this full-time position ranges from $75,000 to $95,000 a year depending on the qualifications of the applicant. Full-time benefits include low-premium medical, dental, vision insurance; agency provided life insurance; IMRF retirement plan; generous PTO; health and wellness programs; complementary program registrations as well as complementary family memberships to Tinley Fitness, Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center, Water Park, and Dog Park.
ABOUT US: The Tinley Park-Park District is an award-winning public agency that provides its 55,000 residents with a wide variety of recreation facilities, programs, events, parks, and open spaces. The Park District maintains over 40 parks, 33 ball fields, and several facilities, which include the Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center, Tinley Fitness, White Water Canyon Water Park, Canine Campus Dog Park, Tinley Junction Miniature Golf & Batting Cages, Vogt Visual Arts Center, and the Tinley Park Performing Arts Center.
Tinley Park-Park District
Contact
Mary Ann Troc 708-342-4203 maryann.troc@tinleyparkdistrict.orgClosing Date
Open Until Filled$26.00 - $28.00/hour, DOQ
ABOUT US
The Bartlett Park District is a local government agency that provides 610 acres of beautiful parks and outstanding recreational opportunities for the residents of Bartlett, Illinois and surrounding neighbors. Major facilities of this Distinguished Accredited Agency and two-time National Gold Medal Finalist includes 44 parks, a community center, indoor and outdoor aquatic centers, a 9-hole golf course and an 18-hole golf course, event and reception facility, ski hill, athletic field complex, nature center, gymnasium, and more.
The District is hiring two Full-Time Parks Supervisor Positions in our Parks Department: one position for Parks & Athletic Fields and one for Parks & Golf Course. While the primary duties and qualifications for the positions will slightly vary, the schedule, pay, and benefits offered will be the same.
JOB SUMMARY
Under the guidance and supervision of the Parks Manager, the Parks Supervisor coordinates and supervises a variety of park maintenance activities in turf, horticulture, special events, and recreation support. The Parks Supervisor will also supervise and facilitate with full-time and part-time staff to ensure assignments are completed up to standards. This is an at-will position.
PRIMARY DUTIES FOR PARKS & ATHLETIC FIELDS SUPERVISOR
- Participate in the preparation and maintenance of the following:
- Athletic fields, tennis courts, playgrounds, shelters and other amenities.
- Turfgrass- mowing and trimming during the growing season.
- Horticulture such as tree pruning and removal, landscape beds, etc.
- Park grounds through litter pickup and trash removal.
- Manages work of others, including planning, assigning, scheduling and reviewing work ensuring quality standards. Responsible for training staff, creating work schedules, and assigning day to day duties.
- Monitor and maintain irrigation systems at Koehler Fields including coordinating start-up and shut down (winterization) of system.
- Assist with regular formal inspections as assigned for parks, playgrounds and athletic fields. Conduct property inspections for signs of wear, damage, and vandalism.
- Ensure the training and safe operations of equipment such as power tools, hand tools, string trimmers, aerators, sprayers, large production mowers, chainsaws, chippers, tractors, and trucks.
- Perform snow and ice removal operations from parking lots, sidewalks, and trails throughout the Park District, as needed.
- Responsible for implementing preventative schedules and ongoing turf maintenance such as fertilization and herbicide applications, aeration, and seeding.
- Prepare RFP’s for the Park District as needed and required.
- Responsible for Special Projects as assigned.
- Supervise assigned Parks Department staff, which includes full-time and part-time seasonal workers.
- Maintain inter-departmental communication through verbal and written communication.
- Assist in the preparation and administration of the annual Parks Department budget.
- Attend district-wide trainings, crisis trainings and staff trainings as directed.
- Attend professional educational conferences and workshops as they pertain to the position, within budget parameters, and with the Parks Manager and Superintendent’s approval.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
PRIMARY DUTIES FOR PARKS & GOLF COURSE SUPERVISOR
- Participate in the preparation and maintenance of the following:
- Horticulture including, installation and removal of trees, shrubs and landscape beds, including preventative maintenance schedules and natural areas.
- Park grounds and trails through litter pickup and trash removal.
- Golf Course including improvements.
- Manages work of others, including planning, assigning, scheduling and reviewing work ensuring quality standards. Responsible for training staff, creating work schedules, and assigning day to day duties.
- Monitor and maintain irrigation systems at Apple Orchard Golf Course, Bartlett Aquatic Center, and Community Center landscape beds, including coordinating start-up and shut down (winterization) of all systems.
- Assist with regular formal inspections as assigned for parks. Conduct property inspections for signs of wear, damage, and vandalism.
- Ensure the training and safe operations of equipment such as power tools, hand tools, string trimmers, aerators, sprayers, large production mowers, chainsaws, chippers, tractors, and trucks.
- Perform snow and ice removal operations from parking lots, sidewalks, and trails throughout the Park District, as needed.
- Maintain all parking lots and drives for the Park District including, car stops, repairs, striping, seal coating, litter, and sweeping.
- Prepare RFP’s for the Park District as needed and required.
- Responsible for Special Projects as assigned.
- Supervise assigned Parks Department staff, which includes full-time and part-time seasonal workers.
- Maintain inter-departmental communication through verbal and written communication.
- Assist in the preparation and administration of the annual Parks Department budget.
- Attend district-wide trainings, crisis trainings and staff trainings as directed.
- Attend professional educational conferences and workshops as they pertain to the position, within budget parameters, and with the Parks Manager and Superintendent’s approval.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Associate’s Degree in parks, horticulture, turf management, forestry or related field
- Minimum of three (3) years experience in park operations, including the maintenance of turf, landscapes, maintenance equipment, park amenities, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Must obtain Illinois Pesticide Applicators License within one-year of the date of hire
- Good communication skills and experience in directing maintenance crews is a must
- Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License and be able to provide own transportation
SCHEDULE & PAY
This is a Full-Time, FLSA Non-Exempt, at-will position. Hours are Monday-Friday, 7:00AM – 3:30PM (40 hours per week with nights and weekends as needed, including on-call schedule). Pay range is $26.00 - $28.00 DOQ.
BENEFITS OFFERED
In exchange for your time and talent, we offer a generous benefit package (including but not limited to):
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with life insurance (basic and voluntary)
- Pension plan (IMRF), 457 Nationwide plan, and Section 125 Flexible Spending Account
- Paid holidays and vacation, sick, personal, and floating holiday time, and facility discounts & usage benefits
Interested applicants please apply via the Park District website Employment - Bartlett Park District (bartlettparks.org). Please include your Resume and Cover Letter.
Deadline to apply is July 25, 2024. Bartlett Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Bartlett Park District
Contact
Catalina Rodelo crodelo@bartlettparks.orgClosing Date
July 25, 2024Starting salary $45,000-$58,000/annually plus benefits
The Alsip Park District is seeking qualified individuals to apply for the Athletic Supervisor Position. This is a full time position.
Qualifications: A minimum of 2 years of experience at the supervisory level with a Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation Administration or related field preferred, certification as a CPRP desirable. Valid Illinois Driver’s License required.
Good written and oral communication skills. Exceptional skills in working tactfully and harmoniously with subordinates, co-workers, supervisors, department heads, Board of Commissioners and community supporters.
Duties: The Athletic Supervisor is a full-time position under the direct supervision of the Superintendent of Recreation. The Athletic Supervisor is responsible for planning, implementing and evaluating all athletic programs: youth, adult, special events, instructional programs and sports camps. The position will also supervise, maintain and facilitate all daily operations of Commissioner’s Park Concession Stand along with softball and soccer fields. This position is responsible for recruiting, training, supervising and evaluating all athletic staff: site supervisors, concession staff, instructors, officials and volunteer coaches. Must be able to complete program budgets for all programs under their direct supervision and evaluate and maintain all athletic equipment and supplies. This position will work a minimum of forty hours a week, Monday through Friday and evenings and weekends as required.
Contact: Please mail or e-mail cover letter, resume and references to:
Jennifer Torres
Superintendent of Recreation
12521 South Kostner
Alsip, IL 60803
Phone: 708-389-1003
Contact Email: jtorres@alsipparks.org
Contact Fax: 708-389-1529
Alsip Park District
Contact
Jennifer Torres 708-389-1003 jtorres@alsipparks.orgClosing Date
Open Until Filled$50,000 - $55,000, DOQ
Description: The Park Ridge Park District has an exciting opportunity for an individual to join its team as the full-time Fitness Supervisor. The selected individual is responsible for the overall development, planning and implementation of the Centennial Fitness Center fitness programs; this includes group fitness class programming, personal training, specialty fitness, and children's sports and fitness programs.
Qualifications: Two to three years of related management and group fitness/personal training experience. Certified Personal Trainer and/or Group Fitness Instructor Certification preferred (ACE, NASM/AFAA). Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office software. Ability to obtain CPR/AED/First Aid instructor certification within one year of hire. CPR/AED Certified or ability to obtain certification within 90 days. Knowledge of or ability to learn Vermont Systems (RecTrac) registration software, MSI accounting software, and Paycom payroll software. Advanced level of written and verbal communication in the English Language is required.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Recreation & Park Administration, Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or alternatively a related field.
Availability: This position works a non-traditional work week including nights and weekends based on programming and facility needs.
Benefits: We offer a generous health plan effective the first day of employment in addition to many other benefits including a pension through IMRF.
The Park Ridge Park District is an equal opportunity employer.
