The Skokie Park District is looking for their next Cultural Arts Supervisor! Due to an upcoming retirement, we have a full-time opportunity available at our Devonshire Cultural Center. The Cultural Arts Supervisor is responsible for planning, developing, promoting and managing visual and culinary arts programs. The position also oversees rentals, birthday parties and summer camps. This individual manages the operations of the Devonshire Cultural Center front desk and customer service operations and will oversee special events, including but not limited to art shows and cultural events. The Cultural Arts Supervisor utilizes all available resources of the District to ensure a smooth and effective delivery of services and will carry out the established policies of the Skokie Park District.

Essential duties include:
• Plans, directs, implements, and evaluates designated arts programming, special events, summer camp programs and other Devonshire Center programming as assigned by the Center Manager.

• Interview, hires, trains, schedules, supervises and evaluates customer service, cultural arts programs, special events and summer camp staff.

• Manages the reservations, planning, staffing, purchasing of supplies and implementation of birthday party packages and facility rentals. Responsible for the implementation and administration of contractual agreements with performers and program providers.

• Works cooperatively with other facility staff to maintain and communicate the overall facility schedule utilizing RecTrac.

• Works with the Marketing Department to promote programs, camps and special events. Prepares and proofs content for brochure publications. Reviews the District's website to assure that programming and calendars are up to date.

• Manages program space (i.e. Art Studio, Kitchens & Classrooms), front desk and all equipment associated. Purchases materials and supplies as needed.

• Maintains a program of rotating art exhibits.

• Manages, plans, coordinates and oversees summer day camp programs, including but not limited to Art Sparks, Cooking Camp, and assists with Cultural Arts camps.

• Assists with District-wide special events including but not limited to: Festival of Cultures, Juneteenth, Pride, Coming Together, 4th of July, Backlot Bash and other special events surrounding holiday and cultural themes.

• Serves on the EAT (Environmental Action Team) Committee and takes an active role in assisting with planning and implementation of the Spring Greening event.

• Responsible for daily batch processing/reconciliation for the Devonshire Cultural Center and the delivery of cash receipts/deposits to the Weber Leisure Center on a daily basis.

• Works with the Devonshire Cultural Center Manager to develop the customer service, cultural arts programming, special events and summer camp program budgets. Carefully monitors revenue and expense budget reports throughout the fiscal year and prepares monthly Board reports.

• Works closely and cooperatively with other members of the District to insure a coordinated community-wide program format.


Who we’re looking for: A team player who has a passion for a variety of cultural arts and recreation. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Parks and Recreation, Arts Administration, Education or closely related field. Two to four years arts administration and/or visual arts and customer service experience along with relevant work experience in recreational programming or cultural arts programming. Knowledge of office software required. Experience with RecTrac preferred. Must be able to obtain and keep current CPR and AED certification. Must possess or be able to obtain CPRP (Certified Park and Recreation Professional) certification, APRP (Certified Associate Park and Recreation Professional) certificaton or CPRE (Certified Parks and Recreation Executive). Valid Driver’s License is required.

Benefits: In exchange for your talent we offer competitive benefits including:
• BCBSIL Health Insurance (PPO and HMO Options Available)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance (Paid for by the Park District up to 2.5x your annual salary)
• Pension Plan (IMRF)
• Short Term Disability (IMRF)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Personal, Holiday, Sick)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Facility Usage Benefits (gym membership, golf memberships, program discounts, etc.)


Complete an application with your cover letter and resume here: https://secure6.saashr.com/ta/6180292.careers?ShowJob=486944389

The Skokie Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Due to an internal promotion, the Skokie Park District is hiring for the Weber Center Facility Manager! Reporting to the Superintendent of Recreation, the Weber Center Manager will be responsible for the operation and management of the Weber Leisure Center and Fitness First, including facility scheduling, budgeting, planning, marketing, hiring and supervision of staff and facility programming. The Weber Leisure Center Manager will utilize all available resources of the District and its staff to ensure a smooth and effective delivery of services, and will carry out the established policies of the Skokie Park District. Some essential duties include:

• Administers, develops, coordinates, implements, promotes, and evaluates the District's fitness programming, Weber Center recreational programming and special events. To accomplish this, the Weber Leisure Center Manager will utilize all the available resources and constantly seek additional ways to expand and improve programs and promotions for the Weber Leisure Center and Fitness First.

• Responsible for the overall operation and management of the Weber Leisure Center and Fitness First including staff, programs, rentals, office, maintenance, security, heating and cooling and cleanliness.

• Responsible for developing all related facility/program budgets, monthly reports, participation records and financial reports. Reviews monthly budget reports.

• Responsible for the hiring, training, supervision, scheduling, payroll and evaluation of the Fitness First Manager, Weber Center Recreation Supervisor, Rental Coordinator, Custodial Supervisors and part-time maintenance staff.

• Proofs and approves Weber Center reports, invoice transmittals, new hire paperwork and purchase requisitions submitted by Weber and Fitness First staff.

• Approves and submits payroll for full and part-time Weber Center and Fitness First staff.

• Plans, organizes, and administers an annual staff training for full and part-time Weber Center and Fitness First staff.

• Purchases program supplies, services and equipment including Fitness First facility machines. Keeps an up-to-date inventory of materials and supplies.

• Prepares bids for capital projects.

• Enforces and ensures that policies, procedures and work rules are being followed by staff.

• Works closely with other District staff in order to provide a coordinated programming effort particularly as it relates to school usage agreements, camp accreditation, program registration policies and procedures.

• Programs specific special events throughout the year that relate to the Weber Leisure Center and Fitness First.

• Serves as an active member of the Safety Committee, IPLAN Committee and Trends Task Force Committee.

• On a rotational basis serves as ACA (American Camping Association) Coordinator.

• Ensures that the Weber Center and Fitness First meet the District's safety and cleanliness standards. Reviews monthly facility inspection reports and takes appropriate action when needed.

• Assist with planning, coordination and operation of District-wide festivals and special events including Skokie Festival of Cultures, Fourth of July, Backlot Bash and other special events.

• Schedules and coordinates the maintenance of facility equipment and building repairs by processing work requests or contracting with outside vendors for work and services to be performed.

• Maintains inventory of facility supplies and equipment and orders new supplies and equipment as needed following appropriate District purchasing guidelines and procedures.

• Responsible for the development and implementation of the Weber Center Operations Plan and Manual.

• Attends community special event planning meetings.

Who we're looking for: An enthusiastic individual with a passion for recreation and a great team player. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Parks and Recreation, Sports Management or related field. Must have at least four years of progressive experience in facility management and recreation programming. Certified Park & Recreation Professional (CPRP) preferred. 

Benefits: In exchange for your talent we offer competitive benefits including:
• BCBSIL Health Insurance (PPO and HMO Options Available)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance (Paid for by the Park District up to 2.5x your annual salary)
• Pension Plan (IMRF)
• Short Term Disability (IMRF)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Personal, Holiday, Sick)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Facility Usage Benefits (gym membership, golf memberships, program discounts, etc.)


Complete your application with cover letter and resume here: https://secure6.saashr.com/ta/6180292.careers?ShowJob=486941928

The Skokie Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Facility & Aquatics Maintenance Supervisor

Position Type: Full-time: Non-Exempt: Hourly

Start Date: 04/03/2023

Salary Range: $49,419.42 - $61,771.78/ DOQ

Benefits: IMRF Pension, PTO, District Discounts, Health, Dental & Vision Insurance, Group Life Insurance

Summary

Perform a variety of skilled maintenance activities to support the District’s facilities such as Community Center, Dunbar Recreation Center, Golf Club, Regent Center, Kracklauer Dance Studio, indoor pool, outdoor Spray Park, Barefoot Bay (outdoor aquatic facility), and Diamond Lake Beach.

Qualifications – Education, Experience and Training

Must be knowledgeable in the areas of plumbing, heating, air conditioning, electrical maintenance, carpentry and general maintenance. Minimum high school graduate or general education degree required with formal or trade school studies related to building maintenance desired. Five (5) years in the building maintenance and/or construction fields with at least three (3) years in a supervisory position. Experience with custodial services or the equivalent in custodial service in other institutions and/or firms. CPR, First Aid and AED Certification required within six months of employment. Electrical license, HVAC certificate and/or plumber’s license recommended. Three (3) years’ experience in the care, maintenance and repair of both indoor and outdoor swimming pools, waterslides and aquatic equipment recommended. Must possess a Pool/Spa Operator certification, (CPO), through the National Swimming Pool Foundation or an Aquatic Facility Operator certification. Valid State of Illinois driver’s license, CDL Class B.

Duties and Responsibilities

A. Essential Functions

• Operation, repair, preventative maintenance, and maintenance of swimming pools, equipment, and facilities. Monitor pool functions to include reading gauges, graphs, meters and control panels to ensure water quality. Building maintenance practices and custodial methods and supplies.

• The basic operation of pumps and pool purification, high pressure blowers, and pneumatic cylinders. Operate pool chlorination and filtration systems.

• Repair pumps, small & large motors, boilers, pipes and valves; repair pool-filtering equipment including water pumps, chemical dispenser systems and chlorine chlorinators.

• Maintain and repair water slides, diving board, public address systems, surrounding pool areas and decks. Maintain water f features, spray pads to include proper mechanical operation.

• Maintain whirlpool and sauna.

• Maintain the sand, buoys, chairs, and shade structures at Diamond Lake Beach.

• Keep abreast off all pertinent safety procedures and OSHA standards, hazards and safety precautions applicable to pool maintenance.

• Vacuuming and clean swimming pools, backwash filters, clean restrooms facilities, and pool equipment rooms. Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Responsible for the purchasing of materials, equipment and general services.

• Plan, coordinate and supervise work with outside contractors.

• Administer the annual budget for building.

• Recruit, interview, hire, train and evaluate seasonal and/or year-round part-time staff.

• Review employee work hours to verify accuracy and approve payroll.

• Responsible for aquatic related quality control.

• Inspect aquatic facilities (Barefoot Bay, Spray Park, Indoor Pool and Diamond Lake) and work areas to eliminate deficiencies and improve facilities.

• Coordinates Hazcom Standard compliance activities.

• Conduct preventative maintenance on all aquatic facilities equipment and document a preventative maintenance schedule.
• Assist with fire and alarm system inspections and repairs.

• Maintain the Community Center facility in a condition of operating excellence, cleanliness and safety. Conducts an ongoing program of general maintenance, upkeep, and repair.

• Cleans and maintains all boilers and other major equipment.

• Participates in painting and general repairs to plumbing, electrical, carpentry, windows and general mechanical work.

• Is responsible for regulating heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems to provide temperatures appropriate to the season and to ensure economical usage of fuel, water and electricity.

• Supervise and lead volunteers, community service workers and seasonal staff. Performs emergency repair services as necessary.

• Orders and receives supplies and equipment and maintains necessary inventories.

• Responsible for the setting up and tearing down of equipment during special events, meetings, program classes.

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, blue prints, electrical schematics, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.

• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

• Assist with other duties as assigned in other areas/divisions such as snow plowing, painting, building maintenance.

• Ability to communicate (speak) effectively to workers, contractors, facility staff and public. Perform other related duties as assigned

Performs unskilled and semi-skilled maintenance, custodial and repair work. Responsible for set-up and takedown of equipment for recreational areas for programs, activities, and meetings use. May be asked to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, early mornings and overtime as necessary.

Pay: $20.00+ based on qualifications

Shift: 40 hours per week with opportunity for overtime. Saturday - Wednesday 1st and 2nd shift

Benefits: Position offers a FREE benefits package that includes 100% employer-paid health insurance, paid vacation and holidays, and enrollment in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF). Recreational benefits available at no cost or reduced cost including fitness center membership, recreational class registration, golf play, pool passes for you and family, batting cage access and more!

Duties and Responsibilities

Perform general maintenance and custodial duties at assigned area; sweep, dust, and mop floors; dust, polish and clean furniture; sanitize bathrooms and maintain conditions; empty trash, wash walls and windows; assist with deep cleaning tasks including window washing, stripping and waxing floors and carpet cleaning. Perform custodial activities on the outside grounds; picks up trash, litter, and debris. Conduct building inspections including, but not limited to, lights, doors and door hardware, window frames and glass, exterior roofs, gutters and downspouts, interior walls, floors and ceilings and stairs, railing and walks. Inspect, install and repair building components; install signage around the district. Paint indoor and outdoor building components and equipment. Perform varied carpentry work for facilities and grounds; construct storage spaces, cabinets, and shelves. Operate trucks and other equipment for the removal of snow and ice from roads, parking lots and walkways. Construct and maintain ice surfaces at our indoor and outdoor ice rinks. Attend and assist with special events and programs as needed. Purchase and store materials and supplies needed for maintenance and repair projects. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Completion of four (4) years of high school or attainment of a GED, or graduation from a vocational school, including one (1) year of experience in maintenance repair or semi-skilled trades work. Ice rink operation and maintenance experience preferred. Operate and maintain heavy machinery/ice resurfacer Safe use of tools and equipment used for cleaning and building maintenance Utilize work order system to track and complete tasks Perform building alteration functions involving carpentry, and painting Utilize minor handyman repairs; recognize when a certified technician must be contacted for proper repairs Communicate effectively both orally and in writing Follow written instructions and schedules to properly assist with room set-up and takedown Possession of a valid Illinois Drivers License Pass the pulmonary functioning test and respirator fit test annually

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. Frequently required to walk, sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and smell. Frequently works near moving mechanical parts and is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and vibration. Occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock. Frequently lift and/or move up to and more than 50 pounds; employee is allowed and encouraged to use mechanical or manual assists for lifting above 40 lbs. as a guideline. Specific vision ability required by this job includes close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate equipment. Work is performed mainly in an indoor setting at an ice rink arena and shop and on the ice rink. Work may be performed with exposure to warm and/or cool temperatures and/or icy conditions for short or long periods of time. Position may be exposed to high noise level, fumes, dust or odors (such as paint), uneven ground or varying heights (work on roof, use of a ladder to work at heights greater than 20 feet). May walk on slippery surfaces. Works near or operates heavy machinery and/or equipment with vibrations and/or moving mechanical parts.

The Northbrook Park District is a leader both regionally and nationally in parks and recreation. We are looking for an experienced professional to serve on the District’s Senior Leadership Team as the Director of Human Resources and Risk Management. The Director of Human Resources and Risk Management is responsible for providing strategic leadership and managerial oversight for all aspects of Human Resources and Risk Management operations. This position is a member of the Senior Leadership Team and supervises three full time staff: a Human Resources Manager, a Risk Manager and a Human Resources Generalist.

Salary range is $100,000-$120,000.

Responsibilities include:

Leads the HR Team in delivery of services in the areas of recruitment and selection, onboarding and offboarding, benefits and wellness, performance management, employee engagement, risk management, training, compensation and employee/ labor relations. Evaluates departmental operations. Identifies opportunities and solutions for process improvement based on ongoing feedback from the business. Hires, trains, supervises and evaluates the work performance of staff. Continuously develops direct reports by providing feedback and opportunities for growth. Performs short and long-term Division planning to align with District goals, reviews and evaluates plans and develops and implements initiatives to support plans. Partners with Senior Leadership on various District-wide projects to ensure alignment across Divisions and District goals. Provides leadership to the Wellness, Safety and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committees. Partners with the Director of Parks and Properties and Parks Department managers to foster a positive working relationship with the bargaining unit representing Parks employees. Works collaboratively with outside labor counsel and the District’s negotiation team to plan and successfully complete labor contract negotiations. Attends evening Board meetings and may be required to be available evenings and weekends as needs arise

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Human Resources. Masters Degree and professional certification in Human Resources (S/PHR or SHRM/S-CP/SCP) are also strongly preferred. A minimum of seven (7) years of increasing responsibility in human resources, talent management or related experience; experience as a department head preferred. Three (3) to five (5) years of human resources supervisory experience required.

Position offers a full benefits package including: medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage; life insurance; pension - enrollment in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF); 457 deferred compensation plan; flexible spending; paid holidays, vacation and sick time; and recreation benefits.

To apply, visit nbparks.org/jobs and submit an application, including cover letter and resume. Desired hire date is May 1.