Recreation Supervisor – Fitness
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Job Description: The Recreation Supervisor – Fitness is responsible for directly overseeing all day-to-day operations of Club Fitness.  Responsible for the hiring, training, supervision and evaluation of all Club Fitness staff.  Works with staff to implement systems and procedures to capitalize on memberships. The Recreation Supervisor is a full-time employee whose work week may exceed 40 hours a week and include evenings and weekends.

Qualifications: BA/BS in Parks and Recreation, Physical Education or closely related field from an accredited college or university.  Minimum of three years of experience in supervision.  Must have highly effective interpersonal skills, problem solving abilities and advanced communication skills.  Demonstrated initiative, dependability, good judgement, tact, analytical skills, leadership, and the capability to work in a positive manner with the general public. CPRP certification is required within one year. Rec Trac experience preferred, but not required.   CPR/First Aid. AED, required, however will train. Must possess a valid Illinois Class “D” Driver’s License.

Immediate Supervisor: The Superintendent of Recreation.

Essential Functions:

1. Complete programming for areas under your supervision from ideas to program evaluation.
2. Prepare and distribute monthly newsletter.
3. Submit monthly usage to insurance-based programs.
4. Maintain and control merchandise inventory.
5. Prepare annual goals and objectives relative to your programs.
6. Maintain required departmental records and records of programs and class participation statistics.
7. Evaluate/survey all programs/participants within your assigned area.
8. Lead and or assist with Recreation Department special events.
9. Prepare and monitor the budget for areas under your supervision.
10. Maintain internal cash controls and appropriate accounting procedures.
11. Prepare bid documents and purchase orders to be approved by the Superintendent of Recreation.
12. Hire, train and evaluate all Club Fitness staff.
13. Provide direction, leadership and motivation to staff under your supervision. To include conducting and managing the annual and/or seasonal performance review process.
14. Prepare and monitor scheduling and payroll for your staff.
15. Establish and nurture communication with outside resources valuable to your programming; including public and private organizations.
16. Perform all job tasks within the rules and guidelines of the District’s safety program. Using good safety awareness and judgement.

Marginal Functions:

1. Assist in marketing and promoting all areas of responsibility.
2. Enforce and train safety rules, regulations and procedures in your area of supervision.
3. Participate in all required safety training.
4. Notify public of unsafe conditions by voice, signage, and barricades.
5. Perform all job tasks within the rules and guidelines of the district’s safety program. Using good safety awareness and judgment.
6. Serve on Safety and various Committees when assigned.
7. Performs other duties as assigned.

Psychological Considerations: The Recreation Supervisor may resolve differences and problems that arise with patrons and employees. This employee is responsible for safe and well-organized programs/events. May have to work under stressful situations when first aid, CPR or the use of the AED is required.

Physiological Considerations: The Recreation Supervisor may be required to work in extreme weather conditions. The worker may be required to lift items 10-20 lbs. in weight and respond to safety concerns quickly and accurately.

Environmental Considerations: The Recreation Supervisor may be exposed to all weather conditions especially hot and humid conditions during summer events.

Cognitive Considerations: The Recreation Supervisor must possess good safety awareness and judgment. Must be a good communicator with strong creative skills.

Exempt: Salary Range $50,000 – $55,000

Recreation Supervisor – Preschool and Camp
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Job Description
The Recreation Supervisor-Camp and Preschool is responsible for programming and administrating assigned recreation areas, including Preschool, Early Childhood programs, summer camps, and special events. The Recreation Supervisor is a full-time employee whose work week may exceed 40 hours a week and include evenings and weekends.

Qualifications
BA/BS in Parks and Recreation, Education, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university. Minimum of two years of experience or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training. CPRP certification is required within one year, depending on prerequisites classes available through Park District upon hire and a valid Illinois Driver’s License.

Immediate Supervisor:
The Recreation Supervisor is responsible to the Superintendent of Recreation.

Essential Functions:

1. Completing programming for areas under your supervision, from ideas to program evaluation.
2. Prepare annual goals and objectives relative to your programs.
3. Maintain required departmental records and records of programs and class participation statistics.
4. Evaluate/survey all programs/participants within your assigned area.
5. Familiarization with equipment used in your assigned area.
6. Lead or assist with Recreation Department special events as needed.
7. Prepare and monitor the budget for areas under your supervision.
8. Hire and train part-time, seasonal, and volunteer staff under your supervision.
9. Supervises part-time and Seasonal Staff: preschool, early childhood programs, and summer camps.
10. Provide direction, leadership, and motivation to staff under your supervision, including conducting and managing the annual and seasonal performance review process.
11. Prepare and monitor scheduling and payroll for your staff.
12. Establish and nurture communication with outside resources valuable to your programming, including public and private organizations.
13. Perform all job tasks within the rules and guidelines of the district’s safety program while using good safety awareness and judgment.
14.  Coordinate and assist with Special Events and other programming as assigned.
15.  Attend training sessions for professional development.
16. Act as District liaison with related groups, local service organization(s), and schools.
17. Perform additional duties as assigned.

Marginal Functions:

1. Assist in marketing and promoting all areas of responsibility.
2. Enforce and train safety rules, regulations, and procedures in your area of supervision.
3. Participate in all required safety training.
4. Notify the public of unsafe conditions by voice, signage, and barricades.
5. Call the program or facility patron the day after an injury report is written to check on their condition.
6. Perform all job tasks within the rules and guidelines of the district’s safety program while using good safety awareness and judgment.
7. Serve on Safety and various Committees when assigned.
8. Performs other duties as assigned.

Psychological Considerations
The Recreation Supervisor may resolve differences and problems with patrons and employees. This employee is responsible for safe and well-organized programs/events. This staff person may also have to work under stressful situations where first aid, CPR, or the use of the AED is required.

Physiological Considerations
The Recreation Supervisor-Camp and Preschool may be required to work in a climate 86 degrees or higher with high humidity. The worker may be required to lift items 10-20 lbs. in weight and respond to safety concerns quickly and accurately.

Environmental Considerations
The Recreation Supervisor may be exposed to all weather conditions during summer events, especially hot and humid conditions.

Cognitive Considerations
The Recreation Supervisor must possess good safety awareness and judgment. Must be a good communicator with strong creative skills.

Exempt
Salary Range $50,000-55,000

Position Type: Recreation/Fitness Center Attendant

Date Posted:8/31/2022

Location: Prairie View Community Center

Job 504 Click here to apply

Job Description
The Fitness Attendant is responsible for fitness center supervision. The Fitness Attendant is responsible for performing the essential functions as outlined in this analysis.
This is a part-time position working up to 15 hours a week.

Qualifications:
High School diploma or equivalent. Knowledge of fitness equipment and exercise programs required. CPR, First Aid AED certification required. (will train in house)

Immediate Supervisor:
The Fitness Attendant is responsible to the Recreation Supervisor.

Essential Functions:
– Supervise fitness center, focusing on providing members with a positive and safe experience.
– Ensure the facility is clean and the equipment is in good working condition. Notice and report any concerns regarding equipment, fitness room, locker rooms, policies, members, etc. in a timely matter to the supervisor.
– Maintain rapport with members, have contact with each member every visit.
– Orientate members to fitness equipment and demonstrate appropriate and safe exercises.
– Assist members with exercise programs on an ongoing basis.
– Assist with towel service and fitness center maintenance and cleaning.
– Help with special events and programs.
– Attend staff training programs.
– Follow safety manual procedures.
– Complete additional tasks when assigned.
– The Fitness Attendant may perform duties in the medium work level (lifting up to 45 lbs.)

Psychological Considerations:
The Fitness Attendant may need to resolve differences and problems that arise with members and employees. The Fitness Attendant is responsible for safe and well-organized fitness programs. May also have to work under stressful situations when First Aid or CPR is required. May need to ask members to abide by club rules.

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

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

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

$13.00 per hour

Fitness/Personal Trainer

Date Posted:6/10/2022

Location: Prairie View Community Center

JobID: 498 Click here to apply

Job Description: A Personal Trainer is responsible for creating customized workouts for members/clients that meet their individual health goals in a safe manner. A Personal Trainer is responsible for creating positive and encouraging relationships with each member/client.

Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent. Maintain a Personal Training Certification in ACSM or equivalent. CPR/AED and First Aid certification necessary (will train).

Immediate Supervisor: The Personal Trainer is under the direction of the Recreation Supervisor.

Essential Functions: 1. Create personalized workouts for each client that meets their individual goals.
2. Create a workout that is safe and considers the entire park districts safety standard as well as the client’s personal limitations. Complete accident/Incident reports when necessary.
3. Verify training sessions with customer service.
4. Demonstrate appropriate and safe exercises and spot client during workout. Secure a spotter if beyond trainers lifting capability.
5. Communicate with clients on their personal training schedule.

Psychological Considerations: Personal Trainer must be patient in dealing with the public.
The Personal Trainer may also have to work under stressful situations when First Aid or CPR/AED is required.

Physiological Considerations: Must have the ability to lift 45 lbs. May need to respond quickly to an emergency. Environmental Considerations: All activities are performed indoors. These environmental conditions include lighting and temperature.

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

$31 per hour

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Pickleball Instructor (part-time)

Job Description -Teach pickleball lessons and lead pickleball programs for the Morton Grove Park District’s pickleball program under the direction of the Recreation Supervisor – Athletics.

DUTIES: 1. Arrive to lessons/classes 30 minutes before the start of class wearing the assigned Park District Staff shirt. 2. Set up all equipment and supplies as required. Instructors need to use their own pickleball racquet. 3. Follow guidelines set by the Recreation Supervisor – Athletics. 4. Notify Recreation Supervisor – Athletics and Guest Services if inclement weather causes scheduling changes. 5. Attend required trainings and meetings. 6. Perform the job safely and in compliance with Park District policies and procedures. 7. Perform all other duties as assigned by the Recreation Supervisor, Superintendent of Recreation and/or the Executive Director. However, in an emergency perform all duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Must be at least 18 years old. Must be a high school graduate, or possess a G.E.D. 2. Must have a complete understanding of the game of pickleball, knowledge of the rules and minimum playing experience. 3. Must be able to play pickleball and demonstrate the skills required for pickleball. Must be able to communicate effectively with others for safety purposes and to allow for coordination of work. Must be able to recognize unsafe conditions and respond accordingly. 4. Must be able to respond to emergency situations quickly while understanding procedures and policies. Instructors must abide by the guidelines and policies set by the district. The pickleball instructors will be representing the Morton Grove Park District. It is very important that the instructors always conduct themselves in a professional manner. Additionally, they must possess a high level of energy and initiative and work cooperatively and harmoniously with patrons and fellow employees. Must be able to stand and walk for a long period of time. Must be able to lift 20+ pounds if needed. Pickleball Instructors are regularly exposed to outdoor conditions including sun, high humidity, wind, and excessive heat and cold. Variable schedule dependent upon pickleball lesson/programming schedule. Due to the needs of the Park District, additional evening or weekend hours may be required. Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of the Pickleball Instructor position. Nothing contained herein shall preclude or limit the Park District from changing this written job description through addition, deletion, or modification of essential job duties.

Salary Range: $40-$45/hr.