Role OverviewThe Superintendent of Recreation is responsible for the administration, supervision, planning, staffing, and operation of the Park District's Recreation Department. This includes the research and development of recreation programs and the operation of Donald H. Schrade Gymnasium and Bartlett Nature Center. The Superintendent reports to the Executive Director and oversees a team of five full-time employees.
What You Will Do
The primary duties and responsibilities of the Superintendent include administering the Recreation Department, supervising staff, preparing and recommending plans, analyzing and evaluating programs and services, and overseeing the Recreation Department budget.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in parks and recreation administration or a related field, a minimum of five years' experience in parks and recreation in a supervisory capacity, and certification as a Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP).
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in parks and recreation administration or related field
- Minimum five years' experience in parks and recreation in a supervisory capacity
- Certification as a Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP)
- Ability to maintain and improve community services with a high level of customer and guest satisfaction
- Ability to work independently in day-to-day operations
- Ability to work harmoniously with fellow employees, community groups, and other units of local government
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Life insurance (basic and voluntary)
- Pension plan (IMRF)
- 457 (b) Nationwide plan
- Section 125 Flexible Spending Accounts for self and dependent care
- Paid holidays (9 annually)
- Vacation, sick, personal, and floating holiday time
- Facility discounts & usage benefits
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