Who we are?
The Deerfield Park District was formed in 1951 with a mission to provide outstanding parks, services, facilities, and recreation programs that enrich lives, promote healthy living, and provide memorable experiences. The Park District has over 25 parks and facilities, including the Deerfield Golf Club, Sachs Recreation Center, Patty Turner Center, Jewett Park Community Center, Mitchell Pool, and Deerspring Pool. The Park District employs an average of 300 staff with over 500 seasonally. The district maintains a modern, well-designed environment and is an IAPD/IPRA Illinois Distinguished Accredited Agency and a two-time National Gold Medal Finalist in 2021 and 2022. For additional information, visit us at www.deerfieldparks.org.

What is the opportunity?
The Director of Parks, reporting directly to the Executive Director, oversees the planning, development, and maintenance of all District facilities and lands. This leadership role includes direct supervision of the Landscape Operations Supervisor, Mechanical Trades Supervisor, and Special Projects Supervisor, as well as indirect supervision of 12-20 full-time and part-time staff within the Parks Department at Deerfield Park District. This position offers a unique opportunity to demonstrate strong management skills, expertise in grounds, athletic fields, and playground maintenance, as well as proficiency in preparing and managing capital improvement projects, administrative initiatives, and budget planning.

Overview of Key Responsibilities
The Director of Parks has a wide variety of essential duties including but not limited to:

Scheduling, pay, and benefits
Full-Time, Exempt Position. Salary: $120,000+/- DOQ.

 

Excellent benefit package including: Retirement Plan/Paid days off (vacation, sick, holiday), medical, dental and life insurance, free annual fitness center pass, pool pass and free and/or subsidized Park District activities and events for employee and family members, plus more.

A full job description will be provided during the interview process.

To apply for the role, go to the link list below:   http://www.deerfieldparks.org/jobs/?gnk=job&gni=8a7883ac92732b8b01927d63655a4acb&gns=Company+Website

The Village of Libertyville is seeking a full-time Recreation Director. The Recreation Department operates with a full-time staff of 4.5 employees and numerous part-time/seasonal staff. The Village maintains more than 500 acres of recreation properties. It includes 18 parks, a preschool and two public swimming pools. The position will serve as part of senior management and will report to the Village Administrator.

Education

Graduation from a four-year college or university with major course work in recreation, recreation administration, or related field; 3-5 years professional experience and/or training with considerable experience in public recreation programs. Staff supervisory experience and Master’s Degree in related field desired. 

Ideal Candidate

Compensation and Benefits

The expected starting salary is $130,000+ depending upon qualifications and experience. A comprehensive benefit package includes participation in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF), health insurance including medical, and dental, (also available to dependents), life insurance, medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts, wellness program, optional 457 plan participation, EAP with legal and financial services, and paid holidays, paid vacation, sick leave and personal days, as well as tuition reimbursement. 

How to Apply

A resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references should be submitted to Jeni Houtz, HR Manager with the title "Recreation Director" in the subject line to jhoutz@libertyville.com. Initial review of resumes beginning on October 25, 2024. First interviews anticipated the week of October 28, 2024.

A full recruitment brochure can be found here.

The Village of Libertyville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Full Job Description available upon request. 

 

The Batavia Park District has been named one of the 2023 Top Workplaces by the Chicago Tribune!   Our mission statement is committed to providing fun, safe and innovative open space and recreational opportunities that will enrich the quality of life for our residents.   Apply and join our talented team!

 

The Batavia Park District was established in 1969 through voter referendum. Since its establishment, the Park District maintains and operates approximately 400 acres, comprised of 40 sites, skate park with pump track, a unique aquatic facility, a museum and a multitude of baseball and soccer fields and tennis and basketball courts. The Park District offers nearly 2,000 programs each year and serves roughly 95,000 participants through various recreational, arts, and environmental programs. Vibrant and charming, Batavia's Riverwalk (named one of the Midwest region's "Top 10" by the Chicago Tribune) is known for being a unique recreational area in the downtown area. The Batavia Park District is committed to excellence and is a leader in providing leisure experiences that enhance the quality of life for our community.

 

 

The Director of Finance reports to the Executive Director and is responsible for overseeing the District’s financial operation including; accounting, reporting, investments, bonds, payroll systems, regulatory compliance and the annual budget.  Develops financial strategies to meet the goals of the District. This position oversees an annual budget of over $11 million. This position directly supervises the Customer Relations Manager and Payroll & Accounts Payable Coordinator.

 

This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Public Administration or related field required; Master’s degree preferred and CPA or CPFO is highly desirable. A minimum of 5 years progressive work experience and supervisory experience required. Experience with fund accounting is mandatory.

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

 

This position is required to work Monday through Friday, 40 hours a week along with participation in some activities, meetings and events. Attendance at Park Board Meetings 1x/month is required. This job is performed in a typical office environment. Requires full range of body motion including handling, lifting, and manual and finger dexterity. Requires frequent standing, bending and stooping for prolonged periods or sitting at a desk at a computer. Driving between facilities for meetings, trainings or events is also necessary. The employee must occasionally lift up to 35 pounds.

 

 

Hours: M-F 8:30am-4:30pm - flexible work environment 

 

Salary Range:  $105,000 - $120,000 (DOQ)

 

Excellent Benefit Package:  IMRF pension/retirement plan, Paid days off (vacation, sick, personal, holidays & floating holidays), medical, dental and life insurance, in-house park district activities for employee and family and much much more!  

 

Equal Opportunity Employer 

 

 The Alsip Park District is seeking qualified individuals to apply for the Recreation Supervisor Position.  This is a full time position.

 

Qualifications:        A minimum of 2 years of experience at the supervisory level with a Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation Administration or related field preferred, certification as a CPRP desirable.  Valid Illinois Driver’s License required.

Good written and oral communication skills.  Exceptional skills in working tactfully and harmoniously with subordinates, co-workers, supervisors, department heads, and community supporters.

 

Duties:      The Recreation Supervisor is a full time position under the direct supervision of the Superintendent of Recreation.  The Recreation Supervisor is responsible for all aspects of planning, implementing, supervising and evaluating: preschool program, early childhood recreation programs, youth recreation programs, teen recreation programs, before and after school program and day camps.  This position is also responsible for recruiting, training, supervising and evaluating part-time and seasonal instructors, preschool teachers, before and after school staff and day camp staff.  This position will work a minimum of forty hours a week, Monday through Friday and evenings and weekends as required.  

Contact:                    Please mail or e-mail cover letter, resume and references to:
                                  Jennifer Torres

                                  Superintendent of Recreation

                                  12521 South Kostner

                                   Alsip, IL  60803 

Phone:                      708-389-1003

Contact Email:        jtorres@alsipparks.org

Contact Fax:            708-389-1529

Due to an upcoming retirement, we are looking to fill our Steeple Chase Golf Club Mechanic position.    This position will be available starting in January, 2025.

About Us
Established in 1954, Mundelein Park & Recreation District has 34 park sites offering over 735 acres of open space, playgrounds, ballfields, lakes and trails. We offer over 650 seasonal programs, including: dance, youth sports, tennis, karate, golf, gymnastics, adult and youth leagues, swim instruction, art, fitness and wellness, culinary, adult day trips, science classes, and day camps. In addition, we host over 20 annual events, many free to the public.

Steeple Chase Golf Club is a Ken Killian-designed course nestled on over 200 beautiful acres. For more than a decade, this highly-acclaimed course is among the best courses in Chicagoland, ranked “4 Stars” in Golf Digest’s “Best Places to Play” public ranking and voted Daily Herald Readers’ Choice “Best Golf Course.” Natural hills, lakes, woods and wetlands, and outstanding course conditions all come together to create unsurpassed beauty and a true challenge. Beginners enjoy its straightforward, fair play, and the intermediate or advanced take to the signature 18th hole.

Job Summary
The Golf Course Mechanic reports directly to the Golf Course Superintendent. Responsible for performing a variety of mechanical duties to maintain and/or repair properties and equipment. The Golf Course Mechanic must be able to work independently, as well as being able to assist in the daily management and operations of the golf course. Other responsibilities include daily spot checks on equipment in the field to ensure proper performance and proper operation of equipment.  Work is performed at a moderate, constant pace, but may vary slightly depending on the demands of the job required. 

 

Must have 3 or more years of experience in general equipment maintenance and repair (small engines, diesel and gas) in a professional setting. Must have prior experience with golf course maintenance equipment with an emphasis on reel maintenance, proper grinding, and mower setup. Current state of Illinois driver’s license. Minimum high school graduate or general education degree (GED) preferred with additional training or education related to the duties and responsibilities of the position. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Thorough knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade. CPR, First Aid, and AED Certification required within 90 days of employment.  

Position Type: Full Time Non-Exempt, Union     Start Date: January 2025

Full Wage Range: $30.26 / $31.87 / $33.21   DOQ

Benefits: IMRF Pension, Paid Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Holiday Days, Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage, Group Life Insurance, Family Fitness Center Membership, Family Aquatic Center Passes, Complimentary Golf options and District Discounts

Apply online at www.mundeleinparks.org