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Position:

 

Full-Time Parks Maintenance Level 1 – Peck Farm Caretaker 

 

Summary:

Under the direction of the Peck Farm Manager and the Assistant Superintendent of Parks, the Peck Farm Caretaker shall perform maintenance tasks which focus on the timely care of Peck Farm Park. This includes care of the farm buildings, butterfly house, nature playground, flower beds and park grounds. This position works a scheduled five-day work week, which may include a regularly scheduled weekend day during the peak season of active park use, that being mid-April thru Mid-October. During this time, one of the scheduled work days will be either a Saturday or Sunday. The work week for the remainder of the year is typically Monday thru Friday 7:00 am to 3:30 pm. Duties after the April to October season may include working with Parks staff members in general park maintenance duties outside of Peck Farm. Overtime may be required.

 

Supervisor:

The Peck Farm Caretaker reports to Peck Farm Park Manager and Assistant Superintendent of Parks, and the Executive Director. 

 

Qualifications:

Minimum qualifications include completion of a high school education and basic knowledge of landscape maintenance skills.  Additional knowledge of turf, trees, shrubs, flowers, building maintenance, and equipment operation is preferred. A valid Illinois Drivers License is required. An Illinois Department of Agriculture license to apply plant protectants is preferred. 

 

Essential Functions:

1.      Season long care and daily maintenance of parks, buildings and athletic facilities. 

2.      Perform mowing, custodial maintenance, general maintenance, landscaping and repairs for continual upkeep and cleanliness of buildings, grounds, and facilities. 

3.      Set up of facilities for rental events, District programs and/or classes.

4.      Supervision of part-time or seasonal employees may be required.  

5.      Ability to safely operate Park District vehicles and equipment.  

6.      Remain on call for snow removal, repairs and maintenance as deemed necessary.

7.      All other duties as assigned. 

 

Marginal Functions:

1.      Assist all employees of the Park District as needed.

2.      Attend training opportunities and attain certifications relevant to position.

 

Cognitive and physical requirements:

1.      Resolve differences and problems that arise with patrons and work together with other employees.

2.      The Parks Department employees must exhibit good problem-solving ability and good judgment in keeping with the mission of the Park District.

3.      Will be exposed to weather elements when performing outdoor functions. Some activities are performed indoors.

 

Safety Program:

1.      Understand the Park District’s safety procedures and requirements.

2.      Adherence to all safety protocols including accident reports, emergency safety procedures,

3.      Timely reporting of hazardous conditions or conduct of any employee under their supervision. 

4.     Report all incidents and potential hazards to the Safety Committee as soon as possible.

 

The Lindenhurst Park District is excited to announce an opening for the position of Athletic Program Manager! Do you have a passion for Athletics, Fitness, League Management, and serving the community? If you're motivated and results-oriented, we want to hear from you!

In this role, you will be responsible for the supervision, management, growth, and evaluation of athletic instructional classes, in-house leagues, fitness programs, assigned special events, and operational oversight of the gymnasium and track at the Lippert Community Center. You will be a key member of our team, playing a vital role in meeting the mission of the Lindenhurst Park District to enrich the quality of life for the people of our community.

·         Supervise and manage in-house leagues including fall and spring soccer, t-ball, basketball, and adult pickleball.

·         Manage athletic programs instructed by contractual groups. 

·         Manage athletic and fitness program instructors. 

·         Recruit, manage, and train volunteer coaches. 

·         Plan, organize, and execute programs, special events, and classes. 

·         Bachelor’s degree from a recognized/accredited college or university in recreation or related field. 

·         At least 6 months related experience. 

·         Preference given to those with at least one year of experience in athletic programing and/or league management. 

·         Illinois Class D Driver’s License

·         Certified Parks and Recreation Professional preferred. 

·         CPR/AED certification within 6 months of hire; provided by the park district. 

The Lindenhurst Park District offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package including 100% employer paid health, dental, vision, and life insurance for full time employees. Additionally, the district offers paid holidays, personal days, vacation, and sick time.

Please submit your resume and cover letter to kkotloski@lindenhurstparks.org; interviews for qualified candidates will begin right away. No phone calls please. 

 

Don't miss this opportunity to join a growing and dynamic district where you will make a difference every day!  We look forward to hearing from you!

The Downers Grove Park District is seeking a Maintenance team member to provide a full range of general maintenance, construction, and development of parks, playgrounds, athletic fields, structures, roads, paths, parking lots, utilities, drainage, restroom and concession buildings, fleet vehicles, and other property owned and managed by the District.

 This is a full-time non-exempt position with benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance, PTO, IMRF pension, retirement savings plan, and employee assistance.  This position is represented by Local 681 of the Laborers’ International Union of North America.

Hours: This is a full-time, year-round, hourly position. Schedule is generally Monday – Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and night/weekend work as required as part of an on-call rotation. This position may also require to work with special events.

Requirements:

Equal Employment Opportunity
The Downers Grove Park District is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.

Northwest Special Recreation Association (NWSRA) enriches the lives of children and adults with disabilities through a partnership with 17 Park Districts located within the northwest suburbs of Chicago.  NWSRA provides outstanding recreation opportunities for people with disabilities within our partner Park Districts through weekly programs, adult day programs (PURSUIT), special events, day camps and inclusion in Park District programs. NWSRA is a park district that serves people with disabilities. 

Job Summary: 

Coordinator positions currently open are Support Services Coordinator and Inclusion Coordinator.   Coordinator will assess, plan, develop, implement and evaluate recreation and leisure programs for children and adults with disabilities. Assists the Support Services Manager with overseeing and managing part-time/seasonal employees in supporting programs for individuals.

Qualifications:  

Graduate from accredited college or university with a BA/BS degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field of study. Must have knowledge of and ability to confidently work effectively with individuals with disabilities. Current National Council on Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC) or the ability to get certified within an allotted amount of time determined by the policy of the Association and/or the Executive Director. 

This is a full-time, exempt position. Weekly schedule is generally 40 – 45 hours. Weekends and evenings occasionally based on schedule. 

To Apply:  Visit us at  www.nwsra.org/jobs to complete an online application and submit your current resume.  For questions on this position please call Darleen Negrillo - Superintendent of Administrative Services at (847)392-2848 or email at dnegrillo@nwsra.org. 

 

Gold medal awarding-winning Glencoe Park District seeks an experienced Full-Time Assistant Director of Human Resources, under the direction and supervision of the Director of Finance/HR. The Assistant Director of Human Resources is responsible for strategically managing the District’s human resources function, including administration of human resources policies, procedures and programs including training and development, benefits, compensation, organizational development and employment. In addition, the Assistant Director of Human Resources will coordinate with Finance in regards to payroll, ensure compliance with relevant employment laws and serve as administrator for the District’s Human Resources Information System (HRIS) and Learning Management System (LMS). This Full-Time, exempt position is well suited for someone who is able work well across multiple departments and function effectively in a fast-paced environment.    

  

 

This is a summary of Essential Duties and Responsibilities.  A complete job description is available upon request.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Glencoe Park District is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.