About Us: The Downers Grove Park District offers quality parks, facilities and programs for people of all ages to enjoy and explore. Home to 48 parks, a recreation center, history museum, nature center, golf course, community center and more, there is something for everyone at the Downers Grove Park District! Learn more at dgparks.org. 

The Opportunity: We have an opening for the Manager on Duty role at the Recreation Center/4500 Fitness Center! The Manager on Duty is responsible for the management of the building operations in the absence of the Assistant Superintendent of Recreation during their regular shift. The Manager on Duty provides excellent customer service to guests by greeting visitors and answering inquiries, processes all fitness related transactions, and supports and coordinates the programs of the Recreation Center. 

What you get: This full time position pays $20.00/hour ($41,600 annually), as well as health, dental and vision insurance, paid time off, IMRF (Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund), and a free fitness membership to 4500 Fitness. 

When you’ll work: Full-Time; 40 hours per week

 

 

How to Apply

 
The Downers Grove Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Description: Recreation Coordinator 
Department: Parks and Recreation

Reports to: Director of Parks and Recreation

Basic Function: Under the direction of the Director of Parks and Recreation, the Recreation Coordinator is responsible for providing administrative management of the recreational programming for the Village of Willowbrook. The Recreation Supervisor is expected to effectively communicate with customers, vendors, and staff about program and event details.

Summary: The Recreation Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the organization and development of a comprehensive recreational and leisure community programming portfolio. To include the development and management of all contractual, in-house, and cooperative recreational programming. The individual will exercise independent judgement and discretion, not of a routine or clerical nature, in evaluating and reporting on the work efforts of employees and overseeing the recruitment and selection process for the department. Have a strong understanding of recreational programming, budgeting, and program management. Have the ability to evaluate current programs and research new concepts and programs on a seasonal basis.

Assists the Director of Parks and Recreation in leading all Recreation activities and special events of the Village. Will be required to work nights and weekends to meet the general public’s recreational and special event needs.

Responsible for assisting the Recreation Department in employing a variety of creative, innovative, and motivational methods to create a market and customer-oriented approach to developing, promoting, and evaluating services.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Parks & Recreation, Business Administration, Sports Management, or related field required. Will consider significant and material experience in lieu of formal education. At least 2 years of full-time work experience desirable. Supervisory experience preferred. Knowledge of a variety of sports and recreation programming, event planning, marketing, and/or recreational activities. Critical thinking, analytic ability, excellent communication and organizational skills, strong technical ability (MS Outlook and MS Office) and familiarity with registration software Active Network all required.

Additional Considerations: Must possess good judgment and be customer service oriented. Have the ability to multi-task. Take initiative in identifying problems and developing solutions. Effectively communicate with coworkers, patrons, and supervisors about responsibilities and duties.

Benefits and Salary: $50,000 to $65,000 (depending on qualifications). The Village provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and life insurance, Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) pension, ICMA-RC retirement plans, paid sick, vacation, holiday time, and more.

Hours: 8:30am to 4:30pm Monday through Friday. Plus, additional hours on nights and weekends according to program needs and scheduling.

 

To apply, please email your cover letter and resume to Alex Arteaga, Assistant Village Administrator, at aarteaga@willowbrook.il.us.

Applicants must indicate “Recreation Coordinator” in the subject line of their e-mail. Questions regarding the position should be directed to Alex Arteaga at aarteaga@willowbrook.il.us.

JOB SUMMARY:  The Recreation Supervisor reports directly to the Director of Recreation.  The Recreation Supervisor is responsible for the development, management, and promotion of Phil’s Beach and swim lessons, Athletic Leagues and Classes and the Fitness Center.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for planning, budgeting, organizing, evaluating, and supervising programs, staffing and operations of Phil’s Beach to include but not limited to lifeguards, concessions/admissions workers, swim instructors, Athletics Leagues and classes, and the Fitness Center/Group Fitness classes. Supervisory responsibility for a number of part-time employees, volunteers, and third-party contractors.

QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in recreation, education, or related field. At least 2 years relevant experience preferred. Prior supervisory experience desirable.  CPR/AED Certification or ability to obtain certifications within the first 6 months. Valid Illinois Driver’s License.

SCHEDULING & PAY: This is a full time exempt (salary) position. Hours are Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm with evening and weekend hours as needed, mostly during summer months. 

BENEFITS WE OFFER: In exchange for your time and talent, we offer a generous benefit package, including:

• Medical Coverage, PPO or HMO • Dental Coverage • Prescription Coverage • Vision Insurance • Life Insurance (basic & voluntary) • Short- and Long-Term Disability (IMRF) • Pension / Defined Benefit Plan (IMRF) • 457 Plan / Defined Contribution Plan (optional) • Paid Holidays, Personal Days, Vacation, Sick Time • Professional Membership Dues • Park District Facility Discounts and Usage Benefits

APPLY by sending your cover letter and resume to Cindy Babicz at cbabicz@waucondaparks.com.

If interested, please apply early. Recruiting and interviewing will begin immediately. The Wauconda Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

HOW TO APPLY: Interested applicants should email Kevin Miller their Cover Letter and Resume at kevinmiller@pdlg.org

SCHEDULING & BENEFITS: This is a full-time, in-person, exempt (salary) position. Typical hours are Monday-Friday 7:30am-3:30pm with evening and weekend hours required, as determined by the Director of Recreation and BASE & Camp Manager.

We offer a generous benefits package that includes Medical Coverage (PPO or HMO), Dental Coverage, Vision Insurance, Hearing Coverage, Life Insurance, Voluntary Life Insurance, Pension Benefit Plan (IMRF), Paid Holidays, Personal Days, Accrued Vacation and Sick Time, FREE La Grange Fitness Membership, Discounted Programs and Rentals, Professional Development and Paid Membership Dues and Flexible Schedule.
 
 GENERAL PURPOSE:         

The BASE (Before & After School Experience) & Camp Supervisor is responsible, in conjunction with the BASE & Camp Manager, for the administration for assigned facilities and all BASE and camp programs including assigned services and projects. The employee follows the overall goals and objectives, activities, services, policies, and procedures as prescribed by the BASE and Camp Manager.  The employee will be held accountable for providing customers a functional, attractive, safe, and accessible BASE and camp experience within limitations in the resources made available. The employee is also evaluated in terms of program management 

and quality of customer service.

 

A Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Early Childhood-oriented, recreation or closely related field preferred.  Must have good oral and written communication skills.  Certified in CPR and First Aid is required within first 90 days of hire. Should have a valid Illinois Driver’s License.  Must be proficient at basic computer word processing software. Experience operating before and after school programs, camps or an equivalent combination of education and experience is strongly preferred.

 
 PROGRAM OPERATIONS: 

·  Within established district goals, objectives, policies and procedures, plans and administers assigned BASE programs,        special events, camps and services.

·  Monitors the performance of BASE and camp program operations and assigned facilities.

·  Monitors activity of participants and staff to ensure adherence to all safety rules and regulations. Park District and School facilities.

·  Responsible for motivating staff to improve their work performance.

·  Responsible for aesthetic appearance of all facilities in which BASE and camp programs are being programed and make sure equipment and supplies are in good working order.

·  Constantly reviews and monitors facilities and make recommendations as to needed improvements.

·  Evaluates the effectiveness of all services used and makes recommendations to the BASE and Camp Manager as well as the Director of Recreation.

·  Prepares yearly, monthly, quarterly and periodic special reports, as required by the BASE and Camp Manager and the Director of Recreation.

·  Provides feedback from staff and participants to BASE and Camp Manager.

·  Seeks, interprets, and implements input from the public, schools and staff

·  Maintains required records. Staff training hours, student attendance, etc.

·  Makes day to day recommendations for facility improvements.

·  Responsible for helping in promoting and executing fundraising events

·  Assists in the execution of Park District special events.

·  Plans, prepares and/or facilitates meetings and trainings with BASE and staff meetings.

·  Drives 15 passenger bus for programing as required.

 

·  Recruits, interviews, selects, and supervises part-time personnel, within the BASE and Day Camp programs, in consultation with the BASE and Camp Manager and Director of Recreation.  Communicates with all personnel and renders decisions associated with employment and related activities within the department.

·  Nurtures culture of the program in a manner that promotes open and frequent communication among employees. Fosters teamwork to address and accomplish the desired goals of the program and agency.

·  Evaluates employees’ performance by completing regular evaluations.  Responsible for overall supervision of employees and hold employees accountable for meeting deadlines.

·  Provides all subordinates with specific guidelines and task instructions as necessary to ensure program effectiveness.

·  Monitors all aspects of the BASE and Day Camp programs to ensure compliance with the Fair Labor Standards Act and all other district human resource policies, procedures, and regulations.  Any unusual or unprecedented human resource or personnel occurrence or situation shall be quickly brought to the attention of the BASE and Camp Manager, ensuring that all proper documentation is followed as prescribed by the district’s policies.

·  Assists in the budget planning, development of long-term planning/goals and program ideas and improvements.

·  Communicates routinely with the BASE and Camp Manager in monthly bills, purchases and receipts

·  Develops additional programs/events within the Recreation Department.

·  Maintains a fiscal mind set when planning programs 

 

·  Maintains close contact with the population and guests served.

·  Continually evaluates the effectiveness of the BASE and Day Camp programs, policies, and procedures from the   standpoint of customer and participant response.  In light of these findings, makes recommendations to the Director of Recreation as appropriate to improve the program’s effectiveness and efficiency.

·  Ensures a high-quality customer service experience 

· Responsible for maintaining positive working relationships with BASE and Camp Manager, Director of Recreation, customers, co-workers, school district staff, Park District staff and Executive Director.

 

·  Serves on committees and focus groups as assigned by the Director of Recreation and the Executive Director.

·  When approved by the Director of Recreation and Executive Director, attends professional conferences and workshops to further develop knowledge in related areas of responsibility.

·  Appropriately resolves concerns, problems, and emergencies that arise.

·  Performs other duties and special projects as assigned.

We are looking for an innovative and passionate recreation manager to oversee summer camp, Ready Teddy Preschool, Footlight Players Community Theater, and general interest programming. 

About Us: The Community Park District of La Grange Park serves 13,000 La Grange Park residents as well as hundreds of neighboring participants from Brookfield, Lagrange, Westchester, and Western Springs. We are proud members of SEASPAR, IPRA, NPRA, IAPD, the La Grange Park Chamber of Commerce. In the last four years, our agency introduced the first traditional summer day camp in our community and the program currently serves more than 150 families per week. Increased support for recreational programming in our community has helped us improve our net position by more than 300% since 2019 and we are looking for the right individual to help us keep that momentum going!

The ideal candidate will develop exciting new programming and refine and improve what the Community Park District currently offers. 

The Recreation Manager is an exempt full-time position that creates, manages, and evaluates essential and inclusive recreational opportunities in La Grange Park. The Recreation Manager is directly responsible for Ready Teddy Preschool, early childhood programming, summer camps, day camps, as well as a wide range of youth and adult general interest programming. The position can at times exceed 40 hours of work per week to supervise or attend evening or weekend events.

Bachelor’s Degree in parks and recreation management, early childhood education, or 3 years of equivalent experience is required. Must be a Certified Parks and Recreation Professional (CPRP) or have the ability to acquire within three years of hire.  Candidate must have First Aid/CPR certification or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire. Candidate must possess a valid State of Illinois class “D” driver’s license.

The Recreation Manager reports to the Superintendent of Recreation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

PHYSICAL DEMANDS, ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND PROTECTIVE GEAR/CLOTHING

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES 

 

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE 

 

The Recreation Manager an exempt full-time position working a minimum of 40 hours per week. The typical work hours for this position are Monday-Friday, 8:30am to 5pm, including ½ hour for lunch. The scheduled hours may be subject to change at the discretion of the Executive Director to accommodate District programs and events. Evening and weekend hours will be required.