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Recreation Supervisor – Aquatics/School Age Programs

Job Description

The Recreation Supervisor is responsible for directly overseeing all day-to-day operations of Oriole and Harrer pools, before- and after-school programs, birthday parties, and special events. The supervisor is also responsible for the planning, operation, organization, and evaluation of programs. The Recreation Supervisor hires, trains, and supervises all aquatic and base staff.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree, minimum of two (2) years recreation operations, Ellis’s lifeguard instructor or certified within three months of hire. Current CPR and First Aid certification (in-house training available). Knowledge of reading, calculating, checking, and maintaining chemical levels. Must be able to obtain CPO certification within one year of hire. Must have highly effective interpersonal skills, problem-solving abilities, and advanced communication skills. Demonstrated initiative, dependability, good judgment, tact, analytical skills, leadership, and the capability to work positively with the public. Rec Trac experience preferred, but not required. Must possess a valid Illinois Class “D” Driver’s License.

Immediate Supervisor:

The recreation supervisor is responsible for the superintendent of recreation.

Hours:

The Recreation Supervisor of Aquatics shall have varying hours due to programs, special events, and facility operating hours. Due to the varying nature of the work, evening and weekend hours are to be expected during the summer months.

Essential Functions:

1. Directly supervises seasonal and part-time employees, including recruiting, hiring, training, scheduling, mentoring, and evaluating approximately 120 seasonal employees.
2. Supervise pool operations, including lifeguards, cashiers, and managers on duty, to maintain maximum patron safety.
3. Plan school days off the trips, book field trips, and entertain.
4. Conduct training and in-services for aquatic staff.
5. Oversee swim programs and aquatic events.
6. To operate safe aquatics facilities, you must maintain and comply with Jeff Ellis and Associates, the State of Illinois Health Department, and PDRMA rules and regulations.
7. Plan, organized, implemented, evaluated, and supervised aquatic and school programs and special events.
8. Prepare program department budgets.
9. Evaluate/survey all programs/participants within your assigned areas.
10. Provide direction, leadership, and motivation to staff under your supervision. This includes 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. Using good safety awareness and judgment.

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. 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 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 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.

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 get involved in recreational programs for a free or reduced cost.

Exempt Salary Range $55,000 – $65,000

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Seasonal Maintenance Technician

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.

NON-EXEMPT                                                                                                                                    $15.00 per hour

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Pickleball Instructor (part-time) Click here to apply

Position Type: Pickleball Instructor

GENERAL 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.

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.

Schedule: 2-4 hours per week on weekday evenings during program sessions beginning mid-April. Classes for beginner to intermediate level players.

Salary Range: $40-$45/hr.