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Up to $65,000 per year
ABOUT US: Schaumburg Park District is an award-winning parks and recreation agency that provides its 80,000 residents with a wide variety of recreational programs, classes, and events as well as facilities, parks and open spaces.
JOB SUMMARY: The Supervisor of the Community Recreation Center is responsible for managing the CRC fitness center operations, membership sales, concession operations as well as dog park membership sales and service. Additionally responsible for seasonal supervision of Volkening Lake.
QUALIFICATIONS: Qualified applicants will have a bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Sport Management, Hospitality, or Business Administration. Liberal arts degrees also acceptable along with prior experience with similar job duties. At least three (3) years related experience along with prior supervisory experience required. We will provide the following training and certifications (must be able to acquire within first year of employment): Food Service & Sanitation Certificate and CPR, AED & First Aid Instructor certification. Valid Illinois driver’s license required. Experience working in aquatics preferred but not required.
PAY, BENEFITS & WORK SCHEDULE: This is a full-time year-round exempt position. Target hiring range is up to $65,000 / year DOQ (depending on qualifications). Work schedule is generally Sunday through Thursday 8:30am – 5pm, with occasional nights and weekend as may be required. Our full-time benefits package includes:
· Free and/or discounted Park District classes, programs, events, and memberships for you and your family*! (*see definition*)
· Medical Insurance
· NEW! Zero Card
· Dental Insurance
· Vision Insurance
· Prescription Insurance
· FSA Healthcare
· FSA Dependent Care
· NEW! Commuter Benefit
· Basic Life Insurance
· Voluntary Life Insurance
· AFLAC Indemnity Plans
· IMRF Pension (Retirement, Disability, Life)
· 457 Retirement Plan (Nationwide)
· Paid Vacation, Personal Days, Floating Holidays, and Sick Time
· Employee Wellness Programs and Incentives
· Employee Recognition Programs
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Visit us at: https://schaumburgparkdistrict.bamboohr.com/jobs/
** Position will be open until filled. ** Schaumburg Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. **
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Schaumburg Park District
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Closing Date
Open Until Filled$50,000-$53,500
Job Summary:
Under the direction and supervision of the Assistant Director of Parks and Maintenance, the Facility Trades Specialist I is responsible for completing assigned construction trade type maintenance tasks including; HVAC routine maintenance, light electrical work, painting, plumbing, special event setup, equipment maintenance, purchasing, snow removal. In addition to facilities specific trade work, the Facilities Trades Specialist shall work closely with the parks maintenance staff to plan and execute the seasonal preparations necessary at Weinberg Family Recreation Center and the Glencoe Beach. The Facilities Trade Specialist will take a leadership role in ensuring facility cleanliness and preparedness at all Park District facilities. Regular duties will include custodial and program room setup based on seasonal workload. Additional duties may be assigned by the Assistant Director of Parks & Maintenance.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 2 years in municipal or related trade work
- High School Diploma or GED required or any equivalent of technical school degree or work experience in a related trade and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
- CPR/AED/First Aid Certification required or must be obtained within six months of
- Valid Driver's License
- EPA Card within 1 year of hire
- Forklift Operator Certificate within 1 year of hire
Required Knowledge:
Must Possess a strong and diverse knowledge of parks and facilities maintenance such as but not limited to HVAC, routine maintenance/troubleshooting of various building mechanicals such as sump/ejector pumps, AHU’s, RTU’s, boilers both domestic and heat, motor/belt replacement, light ballast replacement, painting.
Required Skills:
Demonstrated competencies within multiple trade disciplines such as; plumbing, electric, equipment operation, concrete install/removal, HVAC repair, landscaping, carpentry, commercial painting, basic locksmith skills. Experience with Ice Arena operations and maintenance is preferred.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Department Administration
- Exhibits versatility, flexibility, and initiative to deal with changing
- Assist with the oversight of routine maintenance visits from outside contractors.
Personnel Management
- Develops and maintains positive working relationships among all
Project & Contractor Management
- In the absence of the Assistant Director of Parks and Maintenance, this position may be asked to provide direction to staff and or contractors.
Records and Reports
- Keep necessary records as required and submits them to Assistant Director of Parks/Maintenance when Records include but are not limited to Boiler Inspections, Monthly Facility Inspections, Daily Security Inspections.
- Use computer for word processing, email communications, and facility related software if applicable.
Financial Management
- Responsible for complete records of purchases for maintenance supplies.,
- Engages in competitive pricing to procure equipment and supplies.
Safety and Risk Management
- Read, understand, and enforce the Park District’s “Safety Manual” and “Safety Policy Statement”.
- Actively support established safety program to control and reduce the frequency and severity of accidents.
- Review and summarize incidents and reports relating to health, safety and loss control policies and procedures.
- Must be comfortable working at heights/roofs, on mechanical lifts and adjacent to deep water.
- Use provided safety equipment on all jobs as needed.
- Observe and report all unsafe practices and conditions that might result in an accident.
Demonstrated Capabilities
Language Skills:
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical journals, financial reports, legal documents, and governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups, co-workers, clients, customers, and the general public
Mathematical Skills:
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts such as, fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
Reasoning Skills:
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Computer Skills:
Knowledge and proficiency in use of internet software and word processing software required to perform job successfully. Ability to operate Takiff Center automated building heating/cooling software.
Interpersonal Skills:
Must possess good interpersonal skills; have ability to manage difficult or emotional customer and staff situations and have ability to balance team and individual responsibilities, exhibit objectivity, give and welcome feedback, and build and maintain positive staff morale
Problem Solving Skills:
Ability to identify, analyze, develop alternatives and implement appropriate solutions to problems
Physical Demands:
The considerations described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee performing the essential functions of the position successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Psychological Demands:
To be successful, an individual must be customer service-oriented and be able to deal with patrons with various needs. Work has the potential to deal with angry customers.
Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this position, the individual is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions. Works adjacent to deep water. Potential exposure to hazardous chemicals, open electric panels, trenching operations, airborne particulates, welding arcs and high decibel construction equipment. This position may work at elevated heights or perform confined space entry.
Hours:
A normal workday will be from 7:00am to 3:30pm, Monday - Friday, with a half hour for lunch. Due to the very nature of Park District programming, evening, weekend, and some holiday hours are to be expected, and it is likely that the work week may exceed 40 hours. This position is also required to work the 4th of July.
Glencoe Park District is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Glencoe Park District
Contact
Matt Walker 847-835-7544 mwalker@glencoeparkdistrict.comClosing Date
Open Until Filled$23.50-$26.00
Due to an upcoming retirement, we have an open position on our Mechanical Operations Team! To apply, please head over to dpparks.org and click the Jobs link.
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.
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.
JOB IDENTIFICATION:
Job Title: Mechanical Maintenance II-Pool Operator
Grade: VII
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Department: Parks
SUPERVISORY RELATIONSHIPS:
Reports to: Mechanical Operation Supervisor
Supervises: N/A
BASIC FUNCTION: Performs general, specialized and preventative maintenance work and repairs at all Park District building and facilities, including Prairie Lakes Indoor pool and other outdoor pools as required.
SCHEDULE: Regular Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00-3:30pm, Summer Schedule: Thursday-Monday 6:00am-2:30pm
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
- Acts as a pool operator – performs plumbing work and handles maintenance and repair of our pools (indoor and/or outdoor).
- Regularly operate and inspect the aquatics mechanical equipment, such as the filtration system and pumps, and perform repairs as needed.
- Monitor and record water quality and make necessary adjustments to maintain water quality.
- Prepare outdoor aquatic facilities for opening day by de-winterizing equipment.
- Winterize facilities and amenities by removing and storing equipment, training pipes and cleaning.
- Perform maintenance and repairs on all district building and facility systems including but not limited to: HVAC systems, plumbing, electrical systems, pumps, motors and boilers.
- Diagnose mechanical system problems, obtaining parts and making repairs as necessary.
- Perform building, facility and equipment inspections, noting major equipment operating condition and emergency building systems.
- Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on building equipment.
- Work in “on-call” status for special operations and emergency situations.
- Assist in all aspect of maintenance in the Parks Dept. as needed, including snow removal operations, ice making, special event support, etc.
OTHER DUTIES:
- Attend related training to expand skills and knowledge.
- Follow all safety policies and procedures as outlined in the Park District Safety & Crisis Manuals.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
- Member of a Park District committee as assigned.
- Assists with special events including, but not limited, to the annual Fall Fest set up, event operation, clean up and teardown.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: One year commercial vocational or other specialized training beyond high school.
Experience: Two years related experience in operating pools and spas.
Certifications: CPR and First Aid Certified, Classes available through Park District upon hire, CPO/AFO Certification preferred, or ability to obtain within 6-months, Valid Illinois Driver’s License
PERKS & BENEFITS: FULL TIME STAFF
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
- Life insurance (basic & voluntary additional coverage)
- IMRF Defined Benefit Pension
- 457 Defined Contribution Plan
- Paid Time Off (sick, vacation, and personal)
- Medical Flexible Spending Account
- Health Savings Account with Employer Contribution (for applicable HDHP)
- Park District Facility & Program Discounts
Des Plaines Park District
Contact
Nicole Dale 847-391-5092 nicole.dale@dpparks.orgClosing Date
Open Until Filled$47,000 - $60,000
Summary
The Youth and Teen Program Manager is responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating all the Park District's youth and teen programs, including but not limited to after-school and summer programs.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation, Sports, Tourism, or related field, or six (6) years’ of experience in the field.
- A minimum of three (3) years of successful recreation programming.
- A proven track record of at least three (3) years in effectively supervising, coaching, training, and leading staff.
- Certified Parks and Recreation Professional certification preferred
- Exceptional proficiency in written and verbal communication.
- Demonstrated ability to efficiently and effectively solve problems.
- Computer skills in Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office Suite or similar programs
- Demonstrated ability to organize, budget, plan, and implement projects with multiple deadlines
- Valid Illinois Driver’s License with a clean driving record
Supervision
The Youth and Teen Program Manager reports directly to the Director of Recreation. The Youth and Teen Program Manager supervises full-time, part-time staff, seasonal staff, and volunteers.
Training – Can be obtained through Champaign Park District
- Bloodborne pathogen training
- CPR, First Aide, and AED training from American Heart Association or accredited agency
- Heads Up Concussion training from the Center for Disease Control
- Driver’s training and test
- Mandated reporter certification
- Facility training
- Harassment Prevention Training
Classification
- Exempt, salary position
- Full-Time
Essential Functions
- Follow all Champaign Park District safety policies and perform all work in a manner that ensures the safety of the public, fellow employees, and themselves.
- Demonstrate a high level of professionalism and discretion in all interactions, including maintaining strict confidentiality regarding staff information, communications from supervisors, and conversations with parents or patrons.
- Uphold the Park District’s policies and standards for data privacy and confidentiality at all times.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of existing youth and teen programs throughout the Park District to determine their success and impact on participants.
- Develop innovative and engaging new programs tailored to the interests and needs of youth and teens.
- Continuously seek new ideas and trends to create programs that align with the evolving interests of youth and teens.
- Implement strategies to grow and expand youth and teen programs within the Park District.
- Make informed suggestions regarding program adjustments based on their level of success and participant feedback.
- Ensure that all programs meet the highest standards of participant satisfaction and program quality.
- Collaborate with the Marketing Department to promote programs and reach the entire community effectively.
- Establish and maintain strong community connections and partnerships for potential collaboration.
- Provide ongoing coaching, training, and guidance to Coordinator(s), with a focus on enhancing their abilities to manage and lead teams effectively. This role involves regular feedback sessions, conducting performance assessments, and devising strategies for continuous improvement in their managerial skills.
- Lead the hiring process for youth and teen summer staff, ensuring the selection of qualified candidates.
- Develop comprehensive training plans for youth and teen part-time and seasonal staff to enhance their skills and knowledge.
- Responsible for overseeing and managing the budget for youth and teen programs.
- Compile participant information and generate reports to track program performance and impact.
- Conduct preliminary investigations and follow-up on all incident/accident reports related to youth and teen programs.
- Identify work requests, capital improvements, and suggestions for programs enhancements and improvements.
- Recommend policy and procedure changes and contribute to report writing as needed.
- Comply with equal opportunity and harassment laws, policies and procedures
- Other duties as assigned
Physiological Consideration
- The position may require flexibility in work hours, including occasional evenings or weekends, to accommodate facility needs or events.
- May need to spend extended periods using computers.
- As a leadership role with diverse responsibilities, effective stress management is essential to handle multiple tasks and complex projects.
Environment Consideration
- May involve overseeing programs and activities held in outdoor setting, which may expose the manager to various weather conditions and environmental factors.
- The role may involve working in a shared office environment, requiring comfort and proficiency in an office setting for administrative tasks and coordination.
The Champaign Park District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace that is free from discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employees are required to comply with our equal opportunity and harassment laws, policies, and procedures.
Champaign Park District
Contact
Heather Miller 217-819-3840 heather.miller@champaignparks.orgClosing Date
Open Until Filled$23.83 - $26.83 - Hourly
The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County provides opportunities for people to connect with nature. We offer to the public 60 forest preserves, 166 miles of trails, 47 miles of rivers and streams, and 6 nature and cultural centers. We have 6 million visitors each year.
The District's mission is, "to acquire and hold lands containing forests, prairies, wetlands and associated plant communities or lands capable of being restored to such natural conditions for the purpose of protecting and preserving the flora, fauna and scenic beauty for the education, pleasure and recreation of it's citizens.
Job Summary
This position will manage the administrative functions of the department while providing support by enhancing employee recruitment, engagement, and overall employee experience. The Human Resources Coordinator is responsible for handling initial inquiries, assisting with recruitment, onboarding, compliance, training, and HRIS support in a confidential and professional manner.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Answer questions and provide information to employees, job applicants, agencies, and the general public requiring the interpretation and explanation of human resource programs, policies, and procedures.
- Process, verify, and maintain personnel related files and documentation, including staffing, recruitment, training, grievances, and performance evaluations.
- Prepare and place job advertisements and postings; assist employees and applicants with completing paperwork.
- Provide administrative support to the Human Resources department.
- Assist in the onboarding and hiring of seasonal employees.
- Process new hire paperwork: run background checks, enroll in IMRF, enter information in the human resource information system and assist in the orientation process. Process terminations, salary adjustments and job changes.
- Maintain and update the organizational charts and quarterly attrition report.
- Perform periodic audits of files and records, ensuring all required documents and training are completed and filed or electronically stored appropriately.
- Compile and prepare reports and documents pertaining to personnel activities.
- Prepare purchase requisitions, make office related purchases, record expenses, and monitor departmental budget.
- Respond to emails, faxes and requests for confidential information, such as verifications of employment.
- Research, design, format, and edit communication materials and publications.
- Assist in research and data collection on special projects of a sensitive nature requiring confidentiality.
- Evaluate, recommend, and implement process improvements for policies procedures and programs.
- Foster a working environment that promotes safe work habits; Become familiar with and observe all applicable safety rules, policies, and work procedures; Follow all safety rules that pertain to the duties performed and support all aspects of the District's safety and risk management program; Keep work area clean, orderly, and free of hazards; Immediately report all unsafe conditions and incidents.
- Maintain a supportive working environment and demonstrate a desire to exceed the expectations of internal and external customers.
- Perform other duties as required.
Requirements:
- Associate's Degree in human resources or related field preferred, 1-3 years of related experience in an administrative role, or equivalent combination of education and experience. PHR or SHRM-CP certification preferred.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Valid Driver's license in good standing.
- Knowledge of Human Resources terminology and pertinent federal, state, and local regulations.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.
- Strong computer skills in word processing, database management, spreadsheet development, and publication software programs; recordkeeping principles.
- Excellent critical thinking and organizational skills; including analyzing facts, exercising sound judgment, and arriving at conclusions.
- Ability to maintain records of a confidential and personal nature.
- Ability to acquire and apply knowledge of procedures, rules, regulations, and services of assigned office.
Hours: Monday - Friday, 30 hours per week.
Location: Office setting at Forest Preserve District Headquarters in Wheaton, IL.
Starting Salary: $23.83-26.83 an hour.
Eligible for performance review and possible pay increases biannually.
Benefits: Medical (PPO, BCO, and HMO plans through Blue Cross Blue Shield), Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Account for Health and/or Dependent accounts, Wellness Screenings, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, 12 paid Holidays, paid Vacation Days, paid Personal Days, Pension through Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF), 457 Retirement Plan.
The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace built on a foundation of respect, integrity, teamwork, and excellence. Our organization provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.
https://dupageforest.isolvedhire.com/jobs/1311400-153541.html
