Recreation Supervisor

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Recreation Supervisor is responsible for planning and overseeing various programs offered through the Recreation Department of the Oak Lawn Park District. Programs consist of: Day Camp, Pre-School, Dog Obedience Classes, Tot Programs, Special Events and other duties as assigned. The Recreation Supervisor assists in the immediate supervision of part-time staff and instructors.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Graduate of an accredited college or university with a major in parks and recreation or a closely related field; at least one year experience in a community recreation setting, CPRP or eligibility preferred.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Plans programs/special events and prepares written descriptions for brochure.

• Maintains required records on programs, monthly reports and periodic special reports.

• Assists in training and supervising of program assistant part-time staff and volunteers.

• Prepares budget estimates for programs and monitors program expenditures for department programs.

• Works cooperatively with all other departments of the district to enhance the overall quality of all district programs and to promote department programs as assigned.

• Participates in inter-departmental in-service training programs as assigned.

• Maintains liaisons with professional organizations and participates in state training, educational and certifications or programs as directed.

• Obeys and enforces all practical safety rules, regulations and procedures established by the safety program.

• Evaluates the effectiveness of services and makes recommendations on modifications of existing programs or introduction of new ones.

• Ability to work with computer software system to input programs, create reports, etc.

• Works the Oak Lawn Park District’s mandatory holiday events

• If a major event occurs that limits park district operations or forces a park district shut down and restricts employee from performing their normal job duties they may be assigned to duties outside of their job description as warranted by the situation.

• Assist in fulfilling agency’s mission, vision, and strategic plan, including attending any related meetings or performing any related job duties

• Other duties as assigned.

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, Comp/Flex time, Holidays); Employee discounts at all park district facilities and for programs- free use of all fitness facilities for employees; Monthly Healthy Living Club Meetings- provide staff an opportunity to try different forms of recreational activities at no cost.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to Tracey Gallik, Oak View General Manager, at tgallik@olparks.com. Oak Lawn Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.