Crete Park District 

Recreation Supervisor 

 

Job Title: Recreation Supervisor

Department: Recreation 

Reports To: Superintendent of Recreation  

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

 

Summary: 

Responsible for the development, coordination and implementation of recreation services, programs, and activities; including but not limited to senior, adult, teen, youth and early learning programming, summer day camps, and one day recreational program development. 

Essential Functions: 

 

Marginal Functions: 

 

Qualifications: 

Hours and Compensation: This is a full-time position and based on an average of 40 hours per week. Normal working hours will be Monday through Friday and will vary depending on the programs and needed supervision. Compensation will be established at the time of hire and increases will be based on the evaluation and recommendation of the Superintendent of Recreation with the approval of the Executive Director. 

Benefits: IMRF Pension 

Health and Life Insurance (Percentage covered by District, determined annually) 

Paid Holiday time off (9 recognized holidays, 2 floating) 

Paid Vacation (1 yr. = 1 week, 2-5 yrs. = 2 weeks, 6-9 yrs. = 3 weeks, 10 + yrs. = 4 weeks)  

Up to 5 Paid sick/personal days/year 

 

Hours: Hours vary depending on the season 

Evening and weekends to be expected, including special events 

 

JOB STATUS: Full time       DIVISION: Recreation       FSLA STATUS: Exempt                      JOB LOCATION: Leisure Center 

Join an award-winning parks and recreation agency with the Northbrook Park District! As a leader in our field, we are committed to delivering outstanding programs and experiences to our community. We are actively seeking a dedicated, organized, proactive individual to join our team as a Recreation Supervisor for Early Childhood, Youth Programs, Parties, and Events. If you are an organized and collaborative individual with a proven track record in program development, growth, and engagement, we encourage you to apply.

As our Recreation Supervisor for Early Childhood, Youth Programs, Parties, and Events, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of recreation in our community. From preschool to special events, you will develop, grow, and manage a wide range of programs, catering to the needs and interests of our community. From conception to implementation, you will bring ideas to fruition for participants and families with a variety of offerings throughout your program areas. With flexible hours to accommodate program needs, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, you'll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on our community.

Bachelor’s degree in Recreation Management or related field, with 1-3 years of experience in community recreation programming.

The anticipated starting salary is $58,000+, depending on qualifications. This is a full-time, exempt position. Hours fluctuate based on program/event needs and special events, evenings, weekends and/or holiday work will apply.

A comprehensive benefits package includes participation in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF), medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage (also available to dependents), life insurance, 457 deferred compensation plan, and flex spending. The District also offers paid vacation, holidays and sick leave, along with a variety of District recreational benefits.

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If you are passionate about delivering exceptional experiences in recreation, we want to hear from you! Apply now to become part of our dynamic team at the Northbrook Park District.

Physical Requirements

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Required to sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, talk and hear; use of hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, controls or to demonstrate subject matter and reach with hands and arms. Hand eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of office equipment. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds; may infrequently lift or move objects 50+ pounds with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job includes close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Work is performed mainly in an office setting. May occasionally work outdoors in warm or cold temperatures for short periods of time.

To apply, please complete a job application at: https://nbparks.co/recreationsupervisor

Our Mission: To enhance our community by providing outstanding services, parks, and facilities through environmental, social, and financial stewardship.

Northbrook Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Goldfish Swim School in Glen Ellyn, IL is looking for a highly motivated leader to join our fast paced and fun loving team. Applications for this position will be closed on 5/10/2024, post will be closed sooner if the right candidate is found, please apply asap if interested.

A successful candidate possesses the following characteristics:

Goldfish Swim School in Glen Ellyn is a part of a franchise group- with that the General Manager will work closely with the General Managers from other locations- having the opportunity to learn from and contribute to this leadership group in a way that provides both personal and professional growth.

Benefits:

Requirements:

Job Title: General Manager

Reports to: Regional Manager

FLSA Status: Exempt

Summary: Oversees the quality and success of Goldfish Swim School daily operations including staffing, pool operations, cash management, customer service, retail and vending department, private party operations and workplace employee activities.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Certificates and Licenses: Lifeguard CPR/AED and First Aid certifications required but can be obtained with in 45 days of employment

Work Environment: While performing this job, the employee is regularly exposed to heat and humidity. Noise level is usually moderate.

Key Words: Management, Leadership, Director, Aquatics, Fun Job

Goldfish Swim School is a learn-to-swim facility for kids ages 4 months to 12 years. Our proven confidence building curriculum promotes a love of swimming and teaches children to be safer in and around the water. For additional information see goldfishswimschool.com

NOTE: The information within this posting is not all-inclusive and may be subject to change. Employee to fulfill other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Employer.

All associated locations are independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of that franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchise should be made directly to the franchisee, and not to Goldfish Swim School Corporate.

Do you love to work in a great community? Then the Woodridge Park District located in Woodridge, Illinois is for you! We have an opening for a full-time Park Maintenance III staff member. As a five time Illinois Distinguished & Accredited Agency Award recipient, the Woodridge Park District serves approximately 35,500 residents with 690 acres of parks and sites offering over 1,000 programs each year. Maintenance - Level 3 staff are responsible for performing general maintenance and/or performing a specialty trade (e.g. carpentry, electrical, etc.) for the Park District. General maintenance consists of but is not limited to, the care and repair of landscaping, turf, trees, buildings, vehicles, and equipment. Maintenance – Level 3 staff will also assist the Superintendent of Parks and Parks Operations Manager with planning, supervision, and implementation of major maintenance/construction projects. The minimum salary for this position is $24.04 per hour and the maximum of the range is $36.06 per hour. Compensation offers are made depending on qualifications and experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily and demonstrate the District’s core competencies consisting of financial accountability, integrity/ethics, job knowledge, interpersonal skills, policies & procedures compliance, work quality, risk management/safety, District/Department vision and values, adaptability/flexibility, dependability, teamwork, and productivity.

Essential Duties

Initiative

Personal Organization

Teamwork

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and demonstrate the competencies listed above in addition to the following:

Education & Training

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

To apply follow this job link: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=70691&clientkey=F1A56F33BE72F931A967010AC36BA6CB

The Assistant Superintendent of Parks assists in the management of the day-to-day development, maintenance and care of the Medinah Park District’s park lands, buildings and facilities in accordance with the general policies established by the Park Board of Commissioners.

 

1.      Assists in preparing annual fiscal budget for the Parks/Maintenance Division.

2.      Assists in the direction of the maintenance of buildings to include refuse removal, repair and cleaning of facilities and equipment, monitoring controls, HVAC units and installation of fixtures.

3.      Assists in the supervision of the daily operational work of parks division staff (full, part & seasonal) to include hiring, orientation, training, scheduling of working hours, annual evaluations, discipline and termination.

4.      Coordinates and oversees, with a hands-on approach, the management and care of turf acreage to include soil preparation, seeding and sodding, species selection, weed control, aeration, mowing and trimming and irrigation.

5.      Coordinates and oversees maintenance of playground areas to include installation of surfacing and containment materials and safety inspections.

6.      Coordinate and operate snow removal from all District parking lots, Metra parking lots and all designated walkways.

7.      Attends Park District board meetings in absence of Superintendent of Parks.

8.      Coordinate all athletic field maintenance.

9.      Works with Superintendent to oversee and inspect all ongoing work performed by outside contractors.

10.  Assists with the construction and set up of facilities and grounds for large events and facility rentals.

11.  Develop and monitor preventative maintenance processes, procedures and schedules.

12.  Direct the ongoing maintenance of the Metra commuter parking lots to include capital projects, seasonal general maintenance and oversight of outside contractors.  Maintain annual records.

13.  Participate in the District’s long range planning processes.

14.  Maintain, through ongoing training, certifications for the spraying of pesticides and herbicides and conduct these applications according to guidelines and regulations as are or may be established.

15.  Ascertain and maintain compliance with local, state and federal regulations pertaining to buildings, grounds and facility design, upkeep and maintenance.

16.  Assists with the coordination of ongoing Meacham Creek Park & Meacham Wildlife Preserve restoration area maintenance and monitoring, to include working with outside vendors.

17.  Assists in maintaining, in safe working order, the Maintenance Barn’s well and septic systems, including inspections, well chlorination and working with appropriate contractors.

 

1.      Actively follow safe practices and procedures in the performance of all job functions.

2.      Assist in keeping accurate records and maintain inventory of park supplies and equipment.

3.      Assist in organizing the maintenance of agency fleet vehicles and ground implements and maintain records of same.

4.      Coordinate the prompt repair of vandalized property and equipment and/or its replacement as appropriate.

5.      Assist in maintaining active files of various contractors.

6.      Attend and participate in monthly District Safety Team and regular staff meetings as required

7.      Assist in performing monthly building/safety inspections as required and according to schedule.

8.      Actively seek out and correct or report any hazardous conditions of District properties or facilities.

9.      Respond, if called, to building security alarms or emergency situations in facilities or park locations.

10.  Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent of Parks.

 

Education:           An Associate’s Degree with a major in Natural Resource Management, Parks & 

                            Recreation or closely related field.  A degree may be replaced by three (3) 

                            years of experience.  

Experience:         A minimum of five (5) years of full time experience in park/natural resource 

                            maintenance.  General knowledge of turf management, vehicle repair, basic 

                            electrical, carpentry & plumbing repair, construction management, playground

                            safety and park planning.

Certifications:      First aid, CPR and AED certification within 6 months of hire

                            CDL Driver License

                            Certified Playground Safety Inspector certification

                            Herbicide/Pesticide application certification

 

Required Skills:   Ability to operate motor vehicles, ground implements and heavy machinery to 

                            include tractors, backhoes, loaders.

                            Ability to read and comprehend specifications, operations manuals, safety

                            manuals and labels.

                            Strength and dexterity to perform routine engine and vehicle maintenance.

                            Strength, dexterity and range of motion to operate pesticide and herbicide 

                            spraying equipment.

                            Strength and flexibility to lift, without assistance, 40 pounds at minimum.

                            Visual acuity to conduct field inspections.

 

Required Hours: The Assistant Superintendent of Parks shall typically work a 40 hour a week schedule and shall be considered on call at all times when there is a need for his/her services, except during approved leaves of absence.  

 

Hiring Range:  $50,000 – $55,000 DOQ