Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $83,753.00 - $117,254.00
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Pension Plan
457 Defined contribution plan
Paid holidays
Paid vacation
Facility discounts
Job Description
The Wilmette Park District, established in 1908, is a respected governmental agency dedicated to the stewardship, development, and maintenance of natural areas, parks, and leisure facilities in the Village of Wilmette, Illinois. Situated just 14 miles north of Chicago, the district manages over 300 acres of public land including notable spaces such as Gillson Park, Wilmette Beaches, Keay Nature Center, and several neighborhood parks distributed across the village. This suburban district plays a fundamental role in enhancing the quality of life for residents by providing diverse recreational programs catering to all age groups, thus fostering a strong sense of community... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Parks and Recreation, Sports/Business Management or related field
- Minimum seven years of progressive experience in Parks and Recreation
- Strong organizational management skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to interpret written and oral instructions
- Ability to solve problems with few concrete variables
- Proficiency in writing and presentation
- Computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite and specialized software
- Valid Driver's License
- CPR/First Aid certification within three months of hire
- Certified Pool Operator or Aquatics Facility Operator credential
- Completion of annual district-required trainings including Sexual Harassment and Blood Borne Pathogens
- Ability to work extra hours during in-season
- Availability for weekend shifts
- Ability to operate a Zamboni within three months
- Willingness to participate in safety training and follow safety procedures
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Parks and Recreation, Sports/Business Management, or related field
- Minimum seven years progressive experience in Parks and Recreation
- Strong organizational and management skills
- Excellent communication capabilities
- Ability to read and interpret documents and instructions
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions
- Ability to solve problems in standardized situations
- Proficient in business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations
- Skilled in writing reports, business correspondence and manuals
- Effective presenter to boards, groups, staff, clients and the public
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Wrike, Paycom, Incode, and RecTrac
Job Duties
- Recruit, hire, onboard, supervise, and evaluate full-time supervisors
- Indirect supervision of part-time operations staff, instructors, coaches, and seasonal employees
- Oversee recruitment, hiring, training, supervision, and evaluation of part-time Aquatics and Ice staff
- Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with policies and laws
- Lead staff meetings and attend district-wide meetings
- Oversee development, supervision and evaluation of all facility programs and events
- Set vision, culture, customer experience expectations and direction for the facility
- Analyze and evaluate financial data, usage, industry trends and customer satisfaction
- Oversee programs and services to meet customer needs and expectations
- Maintain professional relationships with contractors, renters and partners
- Develop and implement business plans for Ice and Aquatics operations
- Seek new revenue opportunities
- Make recommendations on facility operations and capital projects
- Manage concessions and facility sponsorships
- Oversee pre-season and in-season staff training
- Monitor and approve payroll
- Implement purchasing and inventory control
- Coordinate facility start-up and closure procedures
- Prepare reports on programs and operations
- Create and execute annual budget
- Collaborate on marketing plans and facility rentals
- Attend relevant conferences and workshops
- Participate in Recreation Internship Program
- Uphold district strategic and sustainability plans
- Master Zamboni operation and staff training
- Participate in Park District special events
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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