• Do you like a job that has variety?
• Are you good with people - kids and adults?
• Do you have a passion about fitness and aquatics?

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Park and Recreation or a related field.
• Five years of full-time experience supervising staff or equivalent combination of school and work experience.
• Should be versed in the following curriculum:  StarGuard Lifeguard, the Starfish Swim School, AFO/CPO certfication preferred.
• Working knowledge of principles and practices of recreation and aquatic program development and administration.
• Recent fitness and recreation industry trends and current literature.
• Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) preferred.
• Knowledge of budget and fiscal accountability.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of employee supervision, training, and performance evaluations.
• Must possess good written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to identify and interpret community needs, demographics, economic structure, and interests to develop programs to meet these needs.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standards exist.
• CPR/First Aid certification, preferred.
• Valid IL driver’s license required.
• Ability to deal with stressful situations regarding participants and staff.
• Ability to exhibit a positive approach in public contact and a calm nature in problem solving situations.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently.
• Will be required to work unusual hours, weekends, holidays and serve in an on-call status.
• Principles and practices of recreation program development, facility management, brochure preparation, budget preparation and management.
• Principles and practices of recreation risk management and loss prevention.
• Computer operation, including Microsoft Office software.
• Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulation.

• Evaluate staffing needs (including recruitment, hiring, orientate, training and supervision) and adjust within the department to ensure programs operate efficiently and create an environment for success.
• Create, institute and train staff on specific fitness related emergency response plans.
• Order, purchase, and coordinate fitness equipment.
• Issues written and oral instructions; assigns duties and examines work for exactness, neatness, and conformance to policies and procedures.
• Prepare and monitor the annual budget for all applicable areas of responsibility.
• Supervise the expenditure of funds and income for assigned programs and operate within the established budget.
• Maintains manuals and training documents.
• Ensures attendance records, program reports and other required administrative procedures are completed.
• Directs and oversees bi-weekly payroll of all Fitness and Aquatic employees.
• Prepare accurate and appropriate program and facility information for seasonal brochures and other public information.
• Assist in marketing and promotions of Fitness and Aquatic programming.
• Handle customer service inquiries and related problems.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Superintendent of Recreation or the Director.
• Prepare annual job performance evaluations for all assigned part-time staff.
• Supervises daily pool operations, aquatic programs, and recreational swims.
• Oversees Roselle Racers Swim Team.
• Will hire, supervise, schedule, and evaluate overall pool staff which consists of approximately 50 employees (pool managers, lifeguards, concession, and admissions).
• Will assist with ensuring the aquatic facility, equipment and mechanical systems are safe and working properly through preventative maintenance and monitoring of the pool environment to meet all required local health codes.
• Will assist with ensuring the aquatic facility are always clean, orderly, and safe in compliance with public health standards and meets members and guests’ expectations. 
• Oversees pool chemistry readings and ensures staff takes the appropriate measures to keep the pool water balanced.
• Monitors member and guest activity within the aquatic environment to always ensure a safe aquatic environment.
• Train and certify seasonal lifeguards in CPR, first aid, and water rescue skills.  Assures that the highest quality of lifeguard services is provided at the Kemmerling Pool facility.
• Act on employee problems in a timely and effective manner.
• Maintain accurate financial, personnel and program participation records.
• Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the parks and recreation industry.
• Attend training sessions as identified by the Superintendent of Recreation.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

• Medical Coverage (PPO or HMO option) following 30 days of employment.
• Prescription, Dental and Vision Coverage
• Employer Paid Life Insurance and Voluntary Optional Insurance Plans
• Pension / Defined Benefit Plan (IL Municipal Retirement Fund) which includes Disability benefits following one year of participation.
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Holiday & Floating Holidays) & Paid Emergency Leave per policy                       
• Free Fitness Membership & Wellness Programs with Discounted Program/Event Registrations
• Employee Assistance Program
• Safety and Skills Training and Professional Development
• Tuition Reimbursement

The Big Picture

Position Summary

Supervisory Relationships

Job Responsibilities

• Supervises purchasing activities below the Executive Director purchasing limit, including identifying legal and appropriate purchasing methods, contracts development and management, and enforcement of purchasing policies.
• Oversees purchasing card program, including establishing and maintaining employee purchasing limits, and handling credit card issues.
• Prepares monthly and annual treasurer’s and disbursement reports for Board of Commissioners approval and ad hoc reports as needed.
• Prepares standard monthly general journals for supervisor review, posting these when approved. Researches transactions for documentation of non-standard adjustments.
• Approves routine purchasing, cash receipt, and general journals for posting by purchasing and payroll assistant. 
• Ensures that purchasing activities are properly recorded and accounted according to applicable policy and generally accepted accounting practices.
• Prepares accurate and timely monthly reconciliations for financial institution statements. Investigates and reports discrepancies between financials and bank statements. 
• Ensures timely and accurate recording of deposits and billing for accounts receivable.
• Coordinates fixed asset inventories and recordkeeping with Planning Director. Processes all project/equipment transactions to ensure accurate fixed asset capitalization. Provides fixed asset reporting for annual audit.
• Reports problems with financial transaction processing promptly to vendors for resolution.
• Serves as member of internal committees as needed.
• Provide a high quality of internal and external customer service. Works to resolve vendor payment issues and to ensure timely delivery of goods and services for operations and projects.
• Assists with bank transfers, the preparation of financial estimates and projections, ensuring adequate and timely cash flow.
• Supports and serves as backup for the Business and Finance Director and others in their absence, including processing payroll, purchasing transactions, and check runs.

 Secondary Functions

• Provides accounting support to the Forest Preserve Friends Foundation, drafting monthly and annual financial reports as needed to meet federal and state reporting requirements.
• Identifies ways to improve processing efficiency in all accounting processes.
• Assists with development, training, and implementation of finance and business policies/procedures.
• Continues professional development to keep abreast of emerging technologies, methods and best practices in the field. 
• Assists with setting department goals in alignment with the Forest Preserve’s Strategic Plan.
• Attends meetings of the Board of Commissioners and other events as needed.
• Assists in the preparation of reports and implementation of special projects as requested.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration with a major in accounting, or a closely related field of study desired.
• Must be experienced with computerized financial operations.
• Experience with local governmental accounting and budget operations desired.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office required.

• Knowledge of applicable federal and state procurement and finance statutes/regulations for local governments.
• Knowledge and ability to apply generally accepted accounting principles to Forest Preserve financial operations and transactions.
• Ability to use financial applications, including querying and using financial data.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships throughout the Forest Preserves.
• Ability to represent the Forest Preserves in a professional manner and to establish and maintain good public relations with all staff, Board, stakeholders and the general public.
• Ability to exercise confidentiality.
• Excellent time management and prioritization skills; ability to work proactively and independently.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment in solving problems and making decisions; ability to respond professionally to challenging or stressful situations.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills; ability to communicate clearly and concisely in a professional manner.
• Working knowledge of (or ability to gain) Forest Preserves ordinances, personnel and operational policies.
• Valid driver’s license is required within six months of date of hire.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification or the ability to obtain within 12 months of employment.

Work Environment and Physical Demands