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 $64,735 - $77,682 annually DOQ


Are you an experienced accounting professional with a passion for parks and recreation looking for a change?  Cary Park District is located approximately 50 miles northwest of Chicago, Illinois and is one of the best places to live in Illinois. The Cary Park District is excited to welcome a new team member to fill the role of Assistant Director of Finance and Administration!
 
The Cary Park District was established in 1971 and provides exceptional recreation, parks and open space opportunities. The District has 47 parks and open space sites totaling 864 acres. The District operates a Community Center with fitness equipment and programming/meeting rooms including kitchen facilities.  Outdoor facilities include playgrounds, a splash pad, athletic fields, an 18-hole disc golf course and a 6-hole “short course”, picnic facilities, a dog park, a skate park, a prairie nature preserve, trails, and an outdoor amphitheater for concerts and movies.  On June 18, 2022 the District opened Sunburst Bay Aquatic Facility which features the following: zero depth entry leisure pool, a variety of slides and water play features, a water walk , a current channel, eight 25 yard lane lap pool, diving boards, a climbing wall, accessible entry, cabanas, snack shack, a party room and two outdoor sand volleyball courts.  The District owns Foxford Hills Golf Club and, through contracted management, operates the 18-hole golf course and lighted driving range. The District also operates preschool and before and after school programs. 
 
The Assistant Director of Finance and Administration is an integral member of the team to reach these achievements.
 
The Assistant Director of Finance will be responsible for handling the technical accounting, financial reporting and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements essential for supporting District-wide operations.  This includes the coordination of month end processes, preparation of financial reports, coordination of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), grant accounting and assistance with the annual budget.  This role requires a detail-oriented individual with strong analytical skills, and a comprehensive understanding of financial principles and administrative processes.  This position manages the finances for the Cary Park District’s Park Foundation and the accounting for the Districts golf club, Foxford Hills Golf Club.  
 
Qualifications – Education and Experience
The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field; CPA certification preferred.  Proven experience with the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), governmental accounting and a working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) with at least four (4) to six (6) years of increasingly responsible experience.  Proficiency in financial management software (MSI preferred); experience with implementation of a financial system is a plus.  Proficient in park district laws, reporting and legal filing requirements.  Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues, evaluate alternatives, and implement effective solutions.  Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on accuracy, integrity, and compliance in financial reporting and administrative processes.  Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.  The candidate must possess a valid state of Illinois driver’s license.
 
A detailed job description is available upon request.
 
Pay, Benefits and Work Schedule
This is a full-time, exempt level position.  The Hiring Wage Range is $64,735-$77,682 annually
DOQ. The full wage range is $64,735 - $90,629.  The work schedule is typically 40 hours Monday thru Friday on-site, with a flexible start time of 8:00 am to 9:00 am including the option of a half an hour or hour lunch break to be agreed upon.  After an agreed upon time, the qualified candidate may work 1 day remotely.
 
The Cary Park District prioritizes the health and wellness of our employees. The District is part of the Park District Risk Management Agency, an intergovernmental risk pool offering self-insured health coverage to over 150 Park Districts at an affordable cost.
 
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Plans
  • The employee’s contribution for their Medical, Dental with Orthodontics, Hearing & Vision premiums are 12%.
  • Eligible staff have a choice of an HMO or PPO Plan.  Plan options range from single, employee +child, employee + spouse, Employee + children, Family and Domestic Partner.
  • Choice of Allowance or Managed Vision Plan.
  • Employer paid Group Term Life Insurance
  • Voluntary Additional Life Insurance 
  • Aflac supplemental insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program: Connect you or your dependents to confidential counselling services at no additional charge.
 
In addition to your competitive salary, low premium Medical, Dental, Hearing and Vision Insurance packages, our full-time benefits package includes the following additional benefits:

  • Facility Benefits: including, but not limited to, free use of the Fitness Center, Sunburst Bay Aquatic Center and Foxford Hills Golf Club.
  • Program Benefits:  Access to no cost or reduced cost Cary Park District programs.
  • Flexibility: Work-life balance is a priority
  • Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) Pension, Vacation, parental leave, PTO, paid holidays and safety days.
  • IMRF Pension (Retirement & Disability), IMRF – additional voluntary contributions.
  • 457(b) deferred compensation Retirement Plan (Nationwide)
  • Paid Vacation, personal days, 2 floating holidays and 9 holidays.
  • Positive Activities Towards Health Program through PDRMA in which employees can earn $425 annually before taxes.
 
To take advantage of this opportunity, please click on the link below where you may submit your cover letter, resume and references to apply for this full-time position.  The Cary Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace.

https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/Details/2307996/Cary-Park-District/Assistant-Director-of-Finance-and-Administration
 

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 Cary Park District

 Contact

Vicki Krueger
847-639-6100
vkrueger@carypark.com

 Closing Date

Open Until Filled

 Exempt: Salary Range $55,000 - $65,000

Morton Grove Park District
6834 Dempster Street, Morton Grove                                                                                            
“Committed to Quality Park and Recreation Services”
  
Recreation Supervisor – Aquatics/School Age Programs
 
Job Description
The Recreation Supervisor is responsible for directly overseeing all day-to-day operations of Oriole and Harrer pools, before- and after-school programs, birthday parties, and special events. The supervisor is also responsible for the planning, operation, organization, and evaluation of programs. The Recreation Supervisor hires, trains, and supervises all aquatic and base staff.
 
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree, minimum of two (2) years recreation operations, Ellis’s lifeguard instructor or certified within three months of hire. Current CPR and First Aid certification (in-house training available). Knowledge of reading, calculating, checking, and maintaining chemical levels. Must be able to obtain CPO certification within one year of hire. Must have highly effective interpersonal skills, problem-solving abilities, and advanced communication skills. Demonstrated initiative, dependability, good judgment, tact, analytical skills, leadership, and the capability to work positively with the public. Rec Trac experience preferred, but not required. Must possess a valid Illinois Class “D” Driver’s License.
 
Immediate Supervisor:
The recreation supervisor is responsible for the superintendent of recreation.
 
Hours:
The Recreation Supervisor of Aquatics shall have varying hours due to programs, special events, and facility operating hours. Due to the varying nature of the work, evening and weekend hours are to be expected during the summer months.
 
Essential Functions:
  1. Directly supervises seasonal and part-time employees, including recruiting, hiring, training, scheduling, mentoring, and evaluating approximately 120 seasonal employees.
  2. Supervise pool operations, including lifeguards, cashiers, and managers on duty, to maintain maximum patron safety.
  3. Plan school days off the trips, book field trips, and entertain.
  4. Conduct training and in-services for aquatic staff.
  5. Oversee swim programs and aquatic events.
  6. To operate safe aquatics facilities, you must maintain and comply with Jeff Ellis and Associates, the State of Illinois Health Department, and PDRMA rules and regulations.
  7. Plan, organized, implemented, evaluated, and supervised aquatic and school programs and special events. 
  8. Prepare program department budgets.
  9. Evaluate/survey all programs/participants within your assigned areas.
  10. Provide direction, leadership, and motivation to staff under your supervision. This includes conducting and managing the annual and seasonal performance review process.
  11. Prepare and monitor scheduling and payroll for your staff.
  12. Establish and nurture communication with outside resources valuable to your programming, including public and private organizations.
  13. Perform all job tasks within the rules and guidelines of the District’s safety program. Using good safety awareness and judgment.
 
Marginal Functions:
  1. Assist in marketing and promoting all areas of responsibility.
  2. Enforce and train safety rules, regulations, and procedures in your area of supervision.
  3. Participate in all required safety training.
  4. Notify the public of unsafe conditions by voice, signage, and barricades.
  5. Perform all job tasks within the rules and guidelines of the District’s safety program. Using good safety awareness and judgment.
  6. Serve on Safety and various Committees when assigned.
  7. Performs other duties as assigned.
 
Psychological Considerations:
The Recreation Supervisor may resolve differences and problems with patrons and employees. This employee is responsible for safe and well-organized programs/events. May have to work under stressful situations when first aid, CPR or the use of the AED is required.
 
Physiological Considerations:
The Recreation Supervisor may be required to work in a climate 86 degrees or higher with high humidity. The worker may be required to lift items 10-20 lbs. in weight and respond to safety concerns quickly and accurately.
 
Environmental Considerations:
The Recreation Supervisor may be exposed to all weather conditions during summer events, especially hot and humid conditions.
 
Cognitive Considerations:
The Recreation Supervisor must possess good safety awareness and judgment. Must be a good communicator with strong creative skills.
 
Benefits:
Excellent benefits package, including paid holidays and time off, health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, voluntary life insurance options, a defined benefit pension plan (IMRF), pool and gym membership, and opportunities to get involved in recreational programs for a free or reduced cost.
 
 
 
Exempt                                                                        Salary Range $55,000 - $65,000
 
 
 
Revised 03/2024

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 Morton Grove Park District

 Contact

Michelle Trevino
847-965-0538
mkhzakia@mgparks.com

 Closing Date

Open Until Filled

 $58,000 - $62,000

To apply and view the full job description, please visit our website at:
FACILITY MANAGER - Addison, IL - Addison Park District Jobs (applicantpro.com)

Position Summary

Reporting to the Superintendent of Parks and Planning, the Facility Manager is responsible for overseeing all day-to-day operations regarding facility activities, including, but not limited to building infrastructure, systems, security, projects, service contracts, pools, lighting, irrigation, HVAC, equipment, custodial services and building safety.  In addition, the position is responsible for planning and prioritizing facility infrastructure capital projects.  The Facility Manager is a full-time, exempt position generally working Monday through Friday between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with nights and weekends, as necessary.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Oversees all facility operations across sites including maintenance and custodial employees and contract workers. Plans, coordinates, and oversees district-wide buildings and facility day-to-day operations, preventative maintenance, improvements, HVAC, capital planning projects, etc. Manages maintenance and custodial staff in a supervisory capacity including delegation, scheduling, performance review, disciplinary actions, coaching, and development. Creates, maintains, and manages all facilities/buildings’ budgets, goals, and objectives. Ensures continuous facility operation through maintenance and repair of the Park District’s buildings and facilities. Assigns daily work orders to staff and collects, reviews, and files the work orders. Ensures safety of all facility equipment and infrastructure, oversees respective safety inspections, and documentation, and determines all necessary repairs. Oversees and performs plowing, shoveling, and snow blowing of appropriate facilities and paths. Responsible for continuous facility improvements, while being fiscally responsible, with the knowledge of the latest trends, and innovative approaches and comfortable implementing new processes or using technology to enhance systems. Reviews, revises, and updates current policies, procedures, and standards; creating new policies, procedures, and standards, as needed, to find the most efficient and cost-effective way of running the facilities. Troubleshoots and coordinates with internal staff and outside vendors on building repairs outside the scope of this position’s expertise.
Manages all facility contracts and negotiations with third parties and contractors; including, but not limited to: fire inspections, security inspections, waste management services, maintenance agreements, and services contracted for repairs. Plans and coordinates all installations and refurbishments in the facilities. Collects, interprets, and presents factual data for decision-making and understanding facility fiscal planning, legal issues, regulatory issues, contract terms, and building plans. Ensures compliance with facility health and safety regulations. Partners with Department Heads and staff for all facility-related items.
Acts as facility alarm contact for the police. Identifies facility issues, such as plumbing issues, electrical issues, and infrastructure issues, and coordinates repairs. Completes light construction as needed. Performs other Addison Park District duties, as assigned.

Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Facility Management, Engineering, or related field or a combination of education, trade certifications, and experience. Must have at least five (5) years of relevant experience with at least three (3) years of supervisory experience in a maintenance setting. Certified Pool Operator certification is required within 90 days of hire. Must have basic computer skills, utilizing Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook; in addition, utilizing a facility management work order system.
Must have a valid driver’s license to drive a District vehicle with District tools from site to site.

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 Addison Park District

 Contact

Andreia Cardoso
331-209-2141
acardoso@addisonparks.org

 Closing Date

Open Until Filled

 $99,057 – $116,538

The Village of Deerfield, Illinois (Pop. 19,196) seeks applicants for the full-time position of Senior Accountant following a retirement scheduled in June. 

Under general direction of the Director of Finance or designee, the Senior Accountant is responsible for maintaining accounts payable, general and subsidiary ledgers, preparing balance sheets, financial statements, reconciling bank statements, tracking investments and coordinating month end closing procedures. The Senior Accountant manages the annual audit process, including coordination of third-party reports required for the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.  The Senior Accountant is also involved in budget preparation and monitoring throughout the year.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, finance or related field and hold a CPA or CPFO certification. 2-3 years of related experience in finance and/or accounting is required.  Familiarity with governmental accounting and Tyler Munis financial software is preferred.  

The hiring range for this position is $99,057 – $116,538 depending on qualifications and experience (2024 Salary Range: $99,057 – $128,192).  An excellent benefit package includes the following: IMRF Pension, BCBS Health, Delta Dental, VSP Vision, employer paid life insurance, flexible schedule opportunities, annual accruals of five personal days, two weeks of vacation time, two weeks of sick time, parental leave, tuition reimbursement after one year of employment and more. Hours are generally Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

For a complete job description visit the Village’s website at www.deerfield.il.us.  Interested candidates should apply with a resume and letter of interest via the Village’s website.    The recruitment for this position will remain open until the position is filled, with a first review of resumes Monday, April 1.    

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 Village of Deerfield

 Contact

Desiree van Thorre
847-945-5000
dvanthorre@deerfield.il.us

 Closing Date

Open Until Filled

 $101,681 to $149,942

University City, Missouri (est. pop. 35,065) is seeking a Director of Parks, Recreation, and Public Areas Maintenance. The position oversees a FY24 adopted budget of $3.9 million, about 30 FTEs, and a host of seasonal employees throughout the year. The salary range for this position is $$101,681 to $149,942 DOE/DOQ. Successful candidates will possess a bachelor’s degree and seven or more years of experience in the management of a public parks and recreation system. Apply by April 3, 2024 at:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/bakertilly/jobs/4413447/

Contact Yolanda Howze at yolanda.howze@bakertilly.com or 312.240.3401 for more information.

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 University City, MO

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 Closing Date

April 03, 2024