Lifeguard
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Job Description: Provide a safe aquatic experience through rule enforcement, accident prevention, and competency in lifesaving skills. This position is a seasonal, part-time, and non-exempt position.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 15 years of age with a workers permit.
• Must be able to pass the Lifeguard Skills Test.

The test includes:

• Be able to swim 200 yards using either or either the front crawl (freestyle) and/or breaststroke without resting.
• Be able to conduct a feet-first surface dive, retrieve a 10-lb. brick, and bring it to the surface.
• Be able to tread water without using your arms for 2 minutes.

*Information about date, time, and location will be provided to you once you complete the application.

This position requires an Ellis Lifeguard license, which includes CPR, First Aid, and AED training.

Immediate Supervisor: The Lifeguard directly reports to the Recreation Supervisor and pool Manager.

Essential Functions:

1. Arrive and punch in 15 minutes before the start of the shift to set up pools, including but not limited to; setting out rescue equipment, putting up umbrellas, ensuring bathrooms and locker rooms are clean and open, installing lane lines, and bringing out swim lesson equipment.
2. Must wear staff shirt, visor, swimsuit, and whistle while on duty.
3. Guard your zone with 10/20 scanning and enforce rules responsibly, NEVER leaving your assigned post until you are appropriately relieved, or the area is closed and clear of patrons. Posts are on rotations; you will receive a break at least every 2 hours.
4. Always provide exceptional customer service to patrons and guests.
5. Return to the rotation on time and efficiently after the break.
6. Perform assigned closing duties, including but not limited to, putting equipment away, cleaning the bathrooms and locker rooms, and closing umbrellas.
7. Co-teach swimming lessons (training provided).
8. Complete accident and rescue reports thoroughly.
9. Attending 2-hour weekly mandatory in-service.
10. Resolve problems with patrons before they get more serious.
11. Perform the job safely and in compliance with the district policies, procedures, work and safety rules, and the employee handbook.
12. Support the District’s safety initiative, including adhering to policies and procedures, safely performing your job, attending required training, seeking additional training as needed, promptly reporting accidents/incidents, and proactively addressing hazards in the workplace

Psychological Considerations: Lifeguards may need to resolve differences and problems that arise with patrons. The Lifeguard, Pool Manager/Assistant Manager, and Head Guard are responsible for a safe and well-organized operation. May also have to work under stressful conditions when rescue attempts are made.

Physiological Considerations: Must have the ability to lift 45 lbs. May need to respond quickly to an emergency.

Environmental Considerations: All activities are performed outside. These conditions include possible high temperatures, humidity, and exposure to sunlight for extended periods.

Cognitive Considerations: Must possess good safety awareness and judgment. Must be friendly and like to work with people of all ages.

Employee Benefits: Pool membership, fitness membership, fitness classes, and access to park district-run programs.

 Salary Range: $17-$18 DOE

Summer Dance Instructor
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Job Description
Summary: Under the direction of Recreation Supervisor and Dance Coordinator. Dance teachers are responsible for instructing students in ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop and other forms of dance as determined by the supervisor. Dance teachers plan their dance program to meet students’ needs. Explain and demonstrate techniques and methods of dance, drill pupils in execution of dance steps, choreograph and direct dance performances according to style of dancing taught.  Participate in the planning and execution of the annual dance recital.

Qualifications: Must be at least 21 years old.  Degree in Dance or Education with dance experience preferred. Experienced in dance performance required and teaching experience preferred.  Ability to work independently and creatively.

Essential Functions:

1. Arrive in studio 15 minutes prior to the start of your first class for preparation.

1. Responsible for daily set up and cleanup of studio.
2. Maintain materials and storage areas.
3. Develop lesson plans to include MGPD curriculum, a balanced dance program, organize daily class time so that preparation, rehearsal and instruction can be accomplished within the allotted time.
4. Evaluate each student’s performance and technique.
5. Keep appropriate records including attendance reports, emergency forms, costume orders and other records as necessary.
6. Maintain a classroom atmosphere that is conducive to learning.
7. Meet regular and predictable attendance requirements.
8. Participate in staff meetings.
9. Maintain professional competence in dance techniques.
10. Prepare students to perform dances for the annual recital and showcase performances.
11. Select music and costumes for each dance performance.
12. Keep an open line of communication with the parents of students, keeping them informed as to the progress of their child.
13. Work as a team with the dance staff to achieve the overall purpose of the program.
14. Demonstrate good communication skills teaching a classroom.
15. Submit availability for class scheduling purposes when requested.
16. Performs other related duties as assigned.
17. Fill in as a substitute for other teachers if possible.
18. Fill out accident reports as needed.
19. Display a cooperative, positive attitude when working with staff and students.
20. Maintain knowledge of park district policies and ensure confidentiality of student and staff records and information.
21. At no time should an instructor or assistant be in a closed room alone with a child, either another child, parent or staff member should be present.
22. Do not release a child to anyone without written permission from the parents.
23. Choreograph and participate in dance competitions if assigned.

Marginal Functions:

1. Responsible for certain aspects of the annual spring dance recital as assigned.
2. Dance recitals and showcases include but not limited to measuring students for costumes, music and costume selection, choreography, music taping, stage lighting needs, and student direction at dress rehearsal and performance.

Physiological Considerations:

1. Ability to demonstrate technique, skills and choreography.
2. Frequently sitting and walking.
3. Occasionally balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and reaching.

Environmental Considerations:

1. Employee general work area is indoors, in a smoke fee, open office environment with controlled temperature and fluorescent lighting.
2. Employee may be exposed to a variety of communicable diseases to include exposure to the potential of blood borne pathogens in a number of settings and areas within the Park District area.

Cognitive Considerations:

1. Employee must be able to listen, hear and speak.
2. Use of hands and fingers will regularly be required, and the ability to stand, sit and walk for extended periods of time.

Safety Consideration:

1. Worker must be able to use good safety awareness and judgment.
2. Worker must be able to participate in safety related training as required.
3. Worker must be able to follow direction from supervisor with safe and effective follow through.

Employee Benefits: Pool membership, fitness membership, fitness classes, and access to park district-run programs.

Pay Range: $20–$30 per hour

Revised 12/10/2025

Camp Counselor
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Job Description: The Camp Counselor is responsible for the supervision and safety of campers.

Qualifications:

1. Must be energetic, responsible and enjoy working with children.
2. Must be at least 16 years of age by June 3.
3. Prior experience leading groups of children and/or babysitting a plus.
4. Must have strong organizational and leadership/supervisory skills.
5. Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
6. To be considered for a summer camp position, we prefer that you are available to work entire camp session because this provides staff continuity for our campers. 

Immediate Supervisor: The Camp Counselor is responsible to the Site Supervisor.

Essential Functions:

1. Direct and supervise activities for campers.
2. Supervise campers in camp-wide activities providing for their safety and well-being.

Campers should never be left alone.

1. Enforce all camp regulations and promote the camp’s philosophy.
2. Assist in all camp-related activities including swimming.
3. Participate in weekly planning staff meeting.
4. Prepare daily plans and evaluations as requested.
5. Use all camp equipment and property in a proper manner.
6. Follow all camp procedures and regulations.
7. Complete all other duties as assigned.
8. Implement/lead new and creative activities.
9. Conduct oneself as a leader and role model for campers.
10. As well as plan the activities for campers participate in activities with them throughout the entire day.
11. To establish a positive relationship with the Site Supervisor regarding curriculum, reports, trips etc.
12. Serve in a professional and courteous manner with the highest regard to customer.
13. Keep all equipment and supplies in good working condition and also in a neat and orderly fashion.

Psychological Considerations:

1. The Camp Counselor may need to resolve differences and problems that arise with campers.
2. May also have to work under stressful situations when First Aid or CPR is required.
3. Must have the ability to lift 40 pounds

Environmental Considerations:

1. Most activities are performed outdoors. These environmental conditions include weather conditions such as extreme heat, humidity and sun exposure.
2. May be required to lift and/or move up to 40 pounds when setting up for certain programs or activities.
3. PPE is required during specific projects or tasks which require appropriate safety measures such as hearing or eye protection, use of respirators and other protective items as needed.

Cognitive Considerations:

1. Must possess good safety awareness and judgment.
2. Must be friendly and like to work with people of all ages.
3. Employee must be able to listen, hear and speak.
4. Use of hands and fingers will regularly be required, and the ability to stand, sit and walk for extended periods of time.
5. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust and focus.

Safety Responsibilities

1. Analyze the environment for safety hazards and eliminate them before accidents happen.
2. Notify the Head Counselor immediately of any hazards that need to be fixed and when the first aid supplies are needed.
3. Use camp equipment in a safe and proper manner.
4. Report any issues to the Site Supervisor immediately.
5. Administer first aid to one’s capabilities.
6. Watch for unauthorized persons loitering or taking pictures around camp sites/parks.
7. Perform all job tasks within the rules and guidelines of the district’s safety program.
8. Follow “Communicable Disease Guidelines” when preparing food. (See Communicable
9. Disease Guideline Policy.

Employee Benefits: Pool membership, fitness membership, fitness classes, and access to park district-run programs.

Salary Range                                                                                                   $15-$16 Per Hour

Guest Service Representative
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The Guest Service Representative is responsible for front-line customer service. The Guest Service Representative is a part-time employee working 10–15 hours per week, with a flexible schedule that primarily includes nights and weekends. Work pace is moderate to busy depending on the volume of customers during peak times.

Qualifications: The Guest Service Representative should have at least 2 years in a customer service-related position. Experience with RecTrac is preferred. CPR training and First Aid are required but will train. High School diploma or equivalent is required.

Immediate Supervisor: The Guest Service Representative is under the direction of the Registration Coordinator.

Essential Functions:

1. Greet all patrons, members, and participants in a friendly and courteous manner as they enter the Prairie View Community Center.
2. Process program registrations, season passes, and other activities.
3. Answer phones in a timely manner, directing the call to the appropriate person.
4. Answer all patrons’ questions either in person or on the telephone, or direct patron to appropriate person or department for the question to be answered.
5. Assist in refunds and program cancellations.
6. Process rental contracts, including checking availability, taking deposits, and completing paperwork.
7. Assist other team members with participating in and preparing for Special Events. Copying, distribution of information or materials, and scheduling facilities.
8. Maintains the general tidiness of the registration area.
9. Light Cleaning
10. Complete additional tasks as assigned.

Marginal Functions: Minimal amount of filing.

Psychological Considerations: The Customer Service Representative must be patient in dealing with the public and cooperative in working as a team member representing the Morton Grove Park District. Must be capable of handling more than one task at a time and have the ability to work under pressure.

Physiological Considerations: The Customer Service Representative must stand for long periods of time behind the counter. Some light clean up duty is required.  Extensive bending is required periodically.

Environmental Considerations: All activities are performed indoors.  These environmental conditions include lighting and temperature.

Cognitive Considerations: The ability to use good judgment is necessary.  Must be friendly, outgoing and personable to patrons.

Employee Benefits: Pool membership, fitness membership, fitness classes, and access to park district-run programs.

Salary Range:   $16-$17 Per Hour

Revised 4/2026

Part-Time Maintenance Technician
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Job Description: The Maintenance Technician 2 is responsible for performing a variety of park labor duties to maintain and/or repair park properties and equipment. Maintenance Technicians are responsible for performing the duties outlined in this analysis. Maintenance Technicians are full-time employees, and work is performed at a moderate, constant pace, but may vary slightly depending on the demands of the job required.  Maintenance Technicians may perform duties in the medium heavy work level (lifting 75 lbs. frequently).

Qualifications: Must be 18 years of age, High School graduate with a minimum of two years’ experience in park district maintenance or a related field is required.  Basic knowledge and experience in grounds or facility maintenance is required.  An operator’s license for application of herbicides is required within 90 days after employment begins. Certified Pool Operator experience is preferred, but if not, certification must be obtained within six months of hire. Must have a valid Illinois driver license with no revocation or suspension within the last three years.  A pre-placement physical is required.

Immediate Supervisor: Maintenance Technicians are directly responsible to the Superintendent of Parks and Facilities and/or Parks Foreman.

Essential Functions:

• Mowing park district turf.
• Operation of park district vehicles and machinery.
• General road repair: asphalt patching.
• Turf maintenance – fertilizing, seeding, aerating, weed eradicating.
• Snow and ice removal.
• Planting and trimming of trees and shrubs.
• Maintenance of outdoor winter facilities.
• Repairing and installing park and playground equipment and site amenities.
• Sports field preparation including dragging, rolling and marking lines.
• Removing all garbage and refuse materials from parks and facilities.
• Repair and routine maintenance of two outdoor pools, which includes keeping accurate records.
• Positive interaction and cooperation with all staff and the public.
• Routine parks, facilities, and equipment cleaning maintenance and repairs.
• Participation in the Park District Safety Program and its directives.
• Perform all job tasks within the rules and guidelines of the District’s safety program. Using good safety awareness and judgement.
• Meets and deals with the public in a professional, helpful and pleasant manner. Acts as a good will ambassador for the District at all times.
• Maintains a professional, cooperative working relationship with other staff members.
• Must be available by district cell phone.
• Special projects may include electrical, plumbing, construction or other areas outside of the Maintenance 2  job description.

Marginal Functions:

• Assisting landscape specialists and contractors with horticulture tasks.
• Assisting project specialists with repair of park buildings, roofs, doors, windows and electrical or plumbing work.
• Works with vendors to order supplies and write purchase orders.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Psychological Considerations: Worker must work closely with co-workers.  Worker must work around general population/park patrons in public areas. Worker must work under supervision and direction of superiors.

Physiological Considerations: Worker may be exposed to chemicals i.e. fertilizers, herbicides, cleaning materials, etc.

Environmental Considerations: Worker is exposed to outside weather conditions a majority of the time, including extreme heat and cold, snow, rain and ice.  Protective clothing is required as follows: earplugs, ear covers, helmets, respirators, safety goggles/glasses, back supporter belts, leather type work boots, protective gloves, disposable chemical coveralls.

Cognitive Considerations: Worker must be able to follow directions from supervisor with safe follow through.  Worker must use good safety awareness and judgment.

Benefits: Compensation: Non-Exempt Salary range of $45,000 – $65,000.

Employee Benefits: Excellent benefits package, including paid holidays and time off, health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, voluntary life insurance options, a defined benefit pension plan (IMRF), pool and gym membership, and opportunities to participate in recreational programs at free or reduced costs.

This position will remain open until filled.

Revised 8/2024

Seasonal Maintenance
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Job Description

The Seasonal Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing a variety of park labor duties to maintain and repair park properties and equipment. Seasonal Maintenance Technicians are responsible for performing the responsibilities outlined in this analysis. Work is performed at a moderate, constant pace but may vary slightly depending on the job’s demands. Maintenance Technicians may perform duties in the medium heavy work level (lifting 75 lbs. frequently).

Qualifications:

Must be 18 years of age. Must have a valid Illinois driver’s license with no revocation or suspensions within the last three years. A pre-placement physical is required. Must be able to work 40 hours a week including evenings, weekends, and special events.

Essential Functions:

• Mowing Park district turf.
• Operation of park district vehicles and machinery.
• General road repair such as asphalt patching.
• Turf maintenance – fertilizing, seeding, aerating, weed eradicating.
• Planting and trimming of trees and shrubs.
• Repairing and installing park and playground equipment and site amenities.
• Sports field preparation, including dragging, rolling, and marking lines.
• Removing all garbage and refuse materials from parks and facilities.
• Routine maintenance of outdoor pool, which includes keeping accurate records.
• Positive interaction and cooperation with all staff and the public.
• Routine parks, facilities, and equipment cleaning maintenance and repairs.
• Participation in the Park District Safety Program and its directives.
• Meets and deals with the public in a professional, helpful, and pleasant manner. Acts as a goodwill ambassador for the district always. 
• Maintains a professional, cooperative working relationship with other staff members.

Employee Benefits: Pool membership, fitness membership, fitness classes, and access to park district-run programs.

 Salary Range                                                                                                                          $17.25-$18 DOE

Part-Time Maintenance Technician
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Job Description
The Part-Time Maintenance Technician at the Prairie View Community Center is responsible for ensuring the cleanliness and upkeep of the facility. This role includes performing various maintenance tasks and repairs as needed. Candidates must be capable of lifting heavy objects (over 75 lbs.).

The position requires availability on weekends and various weekdays. Shifts may vary.
Travel to other facilities to perform cleaning and repairs. Fill in for other team members whom may be off.

Education & Experience
A high school diploma or equivalent is required. One-year minimum of previous janitorial or maintenance experience. Three years’ minimum experience in Electrical, Plumbing, Plaster/Paint, and Carpentry. Must be self-motivated with good judgment and the ability to work independently.

Immediate Supervisor
The Part-Time Maintenance Technician is under the direct supervision of the Facility Foreman.

Qualifications
– Custodial tasks are necessary to maintain a clean appearance on the outside and inside of the Community Center, including snow and ice removal.
– Routine maintenance includes cleaning, mopping, scrubbing, waxing, vacuuming, dusting, and washing all floors, walls, windows, carpeting, washroom fixtures, tables, chairs, and any other permanent or movable item or fixture located in the Center Facility.
– Check the entire building, both upper and lower levels, at periodic intervals during working hours for safety, security, and maintenance reasons.
– You must take proper safety precautions, be aware of potential and existing hazards on the job and attempt to eliminate them.
– Positive interaction and cooperation with all Park District staff, which includes the public and facility patrons.
– Clean all areas as instructed by Foreman and complete checklists.
– Cleaning of the second level, Administration Offices, may be necessary when requested.
– Take down set-ups and clean for parties, rentals, and special events.
– Electrical, Plumbing, Plaster/Paint, and Carpentry knowledge.
– Additional duties as assigned.
– Must possess a valid IL Driver’s License.

Psychological Considerations
Worker works unsupervised and may need to seek out supervision when it is needed.

Physiological Considerations
Workers are exposed to odors from cleaning supplies.

Environmental Considerations
Workers are exposed to cold due to automatic temperature control of building during the evening and weekend hours. Worker is exposed to cold, snow and ice when assisting in snow and ice removal at the Center.

Cognitive Considerations
Workers are exposed to cold due to automatic temperature control of buildings during the evening and weekend hours. Worker is exposed to cold, snow and ice when assisting in snow and ice removal at the Center.

Benefits
Pool and gym membership, opportunities to get involved in recreational programs for free or reduced cost, and vacation time based on hours worked on a prorated basis per year.

Salary Range $15–$18 PER HOUR

Updated 2/2026