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The Fox Valley Park District is a dynamic and growing park district that serves a diverse population of more than 236,000 people. Recognized as an Illinois Distinguished Agency, Fox Valley holds the nation’s highest honor as a National Gold Medal Award winner for excellence in park and recreation management Serving the communities of Aurora, Montgomery and North Aurora, the District maintains 170 parks and 48 miles of inter-connected regional trails amid 2,500 acres of parkland. Connected by the Fox River, our communities are tied together by the District’s commitment to promote vibrant, healthy lifestyles through fun and safe recreation opportunities that are environmentally and fiscally responsible. The Fox Valley Park District…Where Fun Begins

The Fox Valley Park District is an Equal Opportunity. Minority candidates encouraged to apply

To apply please complete an online employment application on our website: www.foxvalleyparkdistrict.org; PLEASE INCLUDE RESUME AND COVER LETTER https://foxvalleyparkdistrictilemployees.munisselfservice.com/employmentopportunities/default.aspx

Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Recreation or related field and at least three years related experience and/or training. Experience and understanding of park and recreation administration, program planning, supervision, personnel procedures, and safety is required. CPRP certification preferred. Previous supervisory experience required. Excellent customer service skills with strong communication skills in both verbal and written format. Proficient computer skills in MS Office Suite, experience with recreation software and aptitude to learn other applications. Experience in RecTrac Recreation software a plus. Must have strong organization skills, attention to detail and the ability to multi-task. Self-motivated, creative and analytical are desired traits. Must have a valid IL driver’s license and provide own transportation.

Duties: 
Under the direction and supervision of the Gymnastics & Dance Program Manager, the Recreation Supervisor is responsible for planning, budgeting, organizing, publicizing, staffing, scheduling, management and safety of all assigned programs across three locations, including but not limited to gymnastics, tumbling, cheer, special events, and birthday parties; to meet the needs of our customers and the community.  The Recreation Supervisor is responsible for providing financial reports and evaluation/analysis as related to programs, research regarding potential programs and any correspondence needed.  Other duties include but are not limited to: updating brochure, public relations including news releases, program management, purchasing, class instruction, staff recruitment and training, and other duties as assigned. This is an at-will position.

To apply please complete an online employment application on our website: www.foxvalleyparkdistrict.org; PLEASE INCLUDE RESUME AND COVER LETTER https://foxvalleyparkdistrictilemployees.munisselfservice.com/employmentopportunities/default.aspx

The Fox Valley Park District is a dynamic and growing park district that serves a diverse population of more than 236,000 people. Recognized as an Illinois Distinguished Agency, Fox Valley holds the nation’s highest honor as a National Gold Medal Award winner for excellence in park and recreation management. Serving the communities of Aurora, Montgomery and North Aurora, the District maintains 171 parks and 48 miles of interconnected regional trails amid 2,500 acres of parkland. Sharing the shores of the Fox River, our communities are united by the district’s commitment to promote vibrant, healthy lifestyles through fun and safe recreation opportunities that are environmentally and fiscally responsible. The Fox Valley Park District … Where Fun Begins!

The Fox Valley Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications: A bachelors degree in Marketing or a closely related field with five to seven years experience in a related field is required; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have excellent organizational and project management skills and exhibit strong attention to detail. Leadership with strong facilitation/presentation skills required. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator, Premiere Pro) and Microsoft Office in PC environment is required. Web design experience considered an asset. Must have a valid Illinois Drivers License and be able to provide own transportation

Duties: Under the direction and supervision of the Director of Marketing and Communications, the Marketing & Digital Communications manager is a catalyst for the creation of content, marketing plans and digital initiatives for the District. This includes websites, social media, e-mail automation, PR and media activities, sales collateral and advertising. This position will be responsible for developing analytics and measurables around marketing efforts. Specific duties include maintenance of websites, social media content development, SEO and keyword plans, district-wide facility messaging, and e-mail campaigns. Utilize public relations techniques to elevate District profile with internal and external constituents. Assist in the creation of marketing plans for daily fee and revenue facilities. Collaborate on graphic design and print production. Provide a professional marketing presence and promote the district at select events.

To apply please complete an online employment application on our website: www.foxvalleyparkdistrict.org;

https://foxvalleyparkdistrictilemployees.munisselfservice.com/employmentopportunities/default.aspx

The Fox Valley Park District is a dynamic and growing park district that serves a diverse population of more than 236,000 people. Recognized as an Illinois Distinguished Agency, Fox Valley holds the nation’s highest honor as a National Gold Medal Award winner for excellence in park and recreation management Serving the communities of Aurora, Montgomery and North Aurora, the District maintains 171 parks and 48 miles of inter-connected regional trails amid 2,500 acres of parkland. Connected by the Fox River, our communities are tied together by the District’s commitment to promote vibrant, healthy lifestyles through fun and safe recreation opportunities that are environmentally and fiscally responsible. The Fox Valley Park District&hellip;Where Fun Begins</p>

The Fox Valley Park District is an Equal Opportunity. Minority candidates encouraged to apply

Duties:

Under the direction supervision of the Fox Fitness Group Exercise and Fitness Operations Manager, the Fitness Desk Coordinator is responsible for the administration and operations of the fitness desk, at Fox Fitness Vaughan, for the hiring, supervision, training, scheduling, and evaluating of fitness desk personnel. The Fitness Desk Coordinator handles the front-line communication with fitness members and daily guests and responds to any issues or concerns with compassion and excellent customer service. The Fitness Desk Coordinator will lead staff meetings and mentor staff to exemplify the Fox Fitness brand. Other responsibilities include maintaining quality customer service, overseeing the cash handling process, ensuring confidentiality of information, troubleshooting membership issues, and gaining a comprehensive understanding of the RecTrac recreation software. Perform other duties as assigned by the Fox Fitness Group Exercise and Fitness Operations Manager. This is an at-will position.

Experience:

Experience working in a fitness environment and a working knowledge of fitness programming and fitness floor operations preferred. High school diploma or GED required with some college coursework preferred. At least two years of administrative office experience and previous supervisory experience in a customer service role required. Communication and problem-solving skills are essential. Comprehensive computer/systems knowledge in Word, Excel, and Outlook with the ability to learn additional applications. Familiarity with database management, RecTrac Recreation software strongly desired. Previous cash handling experience required. Excellent organizational and time management skills with attention to detail and ability to multi-task is essential. Must present a professional appearance and maintain integrity of confidential information. Must have a valid IL driver’s license and provide own transportation

To apply please complete an online employment application on our website: www.foxvalleyparkdistrict.org;

PLEASE INCLUDE RESUME AND COVER LETTER https://foxvalleyparkdistrictilemployees.munisselfservice.com/employmentopportunities/default.aspx

The Fox Valley Park District is a dynamic and growing park district that serves a diverse population of more than 236,000 people. Recognized as an Illinois Distinguished Agency, Fox Valley holds the nation’s highest honor as a National Gold Medal Award winner for excellence in park and recreation management Serving the communities of Aurora, Montgomery and North Aurora, the District maintains 171 parks and 48 miles of inter-connected regional trails amid 2,500 acres of parkland. Connected by the Fox River, our communities are tied together by the District’s commitment to promote vibrant, healthy lifestyles through fun and safe recreation opportunities that are environmentally and fiscally responsible. The Fox Valley Park District…Where Fun Begins

QUALIFICATIONS: Possess a strong interest in Health and Fitness with a bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Kinesiology, Physical Education, or a related field required. Requires at least three years of experience in a supervisory capacity, preferably in a fitness center.  Experience and understanding of customer service, recreation administration, budgeting, personnel procedures, safety and program planning is required. Excellent customer service skills with strong communication skills in both verbal and written format. Proficient in MS Office suite (Word, Excel and Outlook). Recreation Software experience is preferred with RecTrac experience a plus. Possess attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task. Personal Training certification from an accredited program is a plus. Must have CPR/First Aid training or receive within 2 months of hire. Must have a valid driver’s license and provide own transportation. Available for flexible work schedule, including evenings 

and weekends.

DUTIES: Under the direction and supervision of the Fox Fitness General Manager, the Fox Fitness Supervisor is responsible for the overall direction, development, coordination, and supervision of all specialty fitness programming and Personal Training efforts for the district. The Fox Fitness Supervisor is also responsible for assisting the General Manager in the oversight of fitness operations and overall brand expectations at the Prisco location to ensure members receive the highest quality of service and facilities. Other responsibilities include, but not limited to: providing customer feedback, budgeting, sales, organizing, obtaining member feedback, publicizing, and safety of all assigned areas, including personal training, programs, special events, and other services to help promote health and fitness to the community. The Fox Fitness Supervisor will also be delivering professional tours and sales presentations to prospective members, account balancing, membership data entry, account inquiries, membership upgrades, downgrades, and foster relationships with members to increase retention. The Fox Fitness Supervisor will be assisting the Fox Fitness General Manager in ensuring preventative maintenance is handled on all equipment at the Prisco location. Other duties include but are not limited to driving Personal Training promotions, staff training, performance management, facility management, and other duties as assigned. 

The Fox Valley Park District is an Equal Opportunity. Minority candidates encouraged to apply.

To apply please complete an online employment application on our website: www.foxvalleyparkdistrict.org;

PLEASE INCLUDE RESUME AND COVER LETTER https://foxvalleyparkdistrictilemployees.munisselfservice.com/employmentopportunities/default.aspx

Qualifications: B.S. in Horticulture or related degree or five (5) years working experience. Organizational and supervisory skills with knowledge and experience in grounds maintenance required. Knowledge and experience with plant material, soil analysis, propagation, and all phases of horticulture. The ability to obtain Illinois Pesticide Licenses in the categories of General Standards (Operator’s License), an Applicator’s License in Plant Management and Ornamentals are required. Must be able to perform manual tasks in various weather conditions including high heat and humidity. Will be required to pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen. Bi-lingual Spanish is a plus. A valid Illinois State Driver’s License is also required. Must have strong computer skills as it relates to park operations such as: creating and maintaining spreadsheets and word documents, and managing time keeping, budgeting, work orders, HR, MS and other pertinent software as deemed necessary.

Duties: Under the direction of the Director of Operations, the Horticultural Supervisor is responsible for the care and maintenance of assigned indoor and outdoor floral displays and ornamental landscaping and special features attached to various facility and park locations throughout the District. In addition, the Horticulture Supervisor will also assist in the design, layout, construction, and maintenance of all floral beds and gardens throughout the District. The Horticultural Supervisor will also supervise and organize full-time, and seasonal personnel and maintain vehicles and equipment that are assigned to this area. He/she will perform these duties to the best of his/her abilities and offer suggestions of better ways to accomplish jobs and be ever mindful of the best interests of the Fox Valley Park District and of fellow employees. Some evening and weekend hours will be required on a rotational basis. This is an at-will position.

The Fox Valley Park District is a dynamic and growing park district that serves a diverse population of more than 236,000 people. Recognized as an Illinois Distinguished Agency, Fox Valley holds the nation’s highest honor as a National Gold Medal Award winner for excellence in park and recreation management Serving the communities of Aurora, Montgomery and North Aurora, the District maintains 168 parks and 48 miles of inter-connected regional trails amid 2,500 acres of parkland. Connected by the Fox River, our communities are tied together by the District’s commitment to promote vibrant, healthy lifestyles through fun and safe recreation opportunities that are environmentally and fiscally responsible. The Fox Valley Park District…Where Fun Begins

The Fox Valley Park District is an Equal Opportunity.

Minority candidates encouraged to apply.