The K.E.E.P. Supervisor is responsible for the coordination, development and direction of the K.E.E.P. Before & After School Program and Summer Camp, including supervision and coordination of personnel.  Must possess the unique ability to work in a changing and challenging environment while maintaining poise, positive interaction with staff and community, and convey a loyal and accommodating attitude toward the District, Board of Commissioners, and Administration.  Must demonstrate organizational ability, supervisory skills, and creativity.  The K.E.E.P.  Supervisor functions with a wide latitude of administration and professional discretion under the supervision of the Superintendent of Recreation and exercises immediate supervision over part-time and seasonal employees in assigned programs.

 

· A bachelor’s degree from an accredited university with a degree in Recreation, Business Administration, Education or related field preferred

·Five years of applicable experience, or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities

· Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience 

· Must have experience with planning and preparing program budgets

· Experience preferred in RecTrac, Paycom, Word and Excel

· Must possess a valid “D” Drivers License

· Must possess a current First Aid, CPR and AED Certification within 6 months of hire (will train)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

· Shall directly supervise and coordinate the following recreation programs:

·            1 K.E.E.P. Before School Program Location

·            6 K.E.E.P. After School Program Locations

·            KEEP Days off of School Activities

·            ½ day KEEP

·            6 KEEP Summer Camps
·       Develops new programs district wide

·       Manages the daily needs for each program and is responsible for revenues and expenditures within the programming area

·       Evaluates programming staff seasonally, 6 months and/or annually

·       Must be available to substitute for instructors when necessary

·       Shall hire, train, supervise, evaluate and, if necessary, terminate employees 
·       Communicate and work cooperatively with School District 220 

·       Responsible for providing customer assistance in a polite, professional, timely and friendly manner

COMPETINCIES           

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

·       Attendance/Punctuality – Demonstrate consistent attendance and on-time arrival.

·       Dependability – Follow instructions and respond to management direction; take responsibility for own actions; keep commitments; and complete tasks on time or notifies appropriate person. 

·       Professionalism – Approach others in a tactful manner; react well under pressure; treat others with respect and consideration; accept responsibility for own actions; and follow through on commitments.

·       Problem Solving – Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; gather and analyze information skillfully; develop alternative solutions; work well in group problem-solving situations; and use reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

·       Customer Service – Manage difficult or emotional customer situations; respond promptly to customer needs; solicit customer feedback to improve service; respond to requests for service and assistance; and meet commitments.

·       Interpersonal Skills – Focus on solving conflict, not blaming; listen to others without interrupting; keep emotions under control; and remain open to others' ideas and tries new things. Must have ability to deal with people and patrons under stressful situations.
·       Teamwork – Promote and support work teams; put success of team above own interests; and support everyone's efforts to succeed.

This is a full-time position with excellent benefits including IMRF pension, in addition to vacation, personal, and sick time.