Indoor Playground Supervisor

PARK DISTRICT OF OAK PARK•Oak Park, IL

3d•$15 - $15•Onsite

About The Position

The Indoor Playground Supervisor is a seasonal position responsible for maintaining a positive, safe, and kid-friendly environment. This role involves assisting customers, opening and closing the facility, and communicating Park District rules and policies. Duties include leading themed activities, story time, and crafts, as well as assisting with birthday party set-up and supervision. The position also oversees cash handling operations and pass holder transactions, providing quality customer service to families, patrons, and staff.

Requirements

Experience working with and supervising children.
Ability to take initiative and problem solve.
Computer and software proficiency.
Certification in advanced Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), First Aid and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) within 1 month of employment and keep certification current.
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Ability to lift at least 40 pounds.
Ability to endure prolonged standing, sitting on the floor, kneeling at child’s level, and hands-on interaction during program hours.
Ability to assist in the set up and take down of program materials and equipment.
Ability to respond quickly and appropriately in case of emergency with children’s safety in mind.
Ability to work independently without direct supervision.
Ability to present ideas and recommendations in a concise manner.
Ability to understand and carry out verbal and/or written instructions efficiently and effectively and to read and understand printed material.
Ability to communicate and represent the Park District in a professional manner.

Nice To Haves

Additional college, early childhood, or trade education preferred.

Responsibilities

Open, close and prepare the Indoor Playground space for daily visitors, including locking/unlocking doors, cleaning equipment, and preparing the registration system.
Maintain cleanliness of the park district desk, building, bathrooms, and equipment during program hours, including sweeping, mopping, removing garbage, and sanitizing equipment.
Assist customers with registration inquiries, suggesting appropriate programs and services based on age, ability, interests, and availability.
Act resourcefully and proactively to gather programming information from various sources to provide the public with up-to-date information.
Accept and verify indoor playground season passes and daily drop-ins.
Plan and lead themed activities, story time, and crafts.
Assist with birthday party set-up and supervision.
Communicate program or hours of operation changes to patrons, updating brochures, flyers, and bulletin board displays.
Maintain a safe and secure environment for staff and participants.
Conduct regular visual safety inspections of indoor playground and desk areas, as well as equipment. Conduct written inspections upon request.
Work effectively with internal and external customers, recognizing diverse opinions and needs, and maintaining positive working relationships.
Enter and update daily drop-in attendance and pass holder participation; run close-out reports at the end of each day.
Maintain program flyer display racks and bulletin boards.
Attend necessary staff meetings and trainings.
Assist with special projects, programs, and events as needed.
Light maintenance and custodial duties.
Shovel snow and de-ice walkways and stairs, as needed.
Inspect restrooms and facility common areas, addressing issues and reporting to supervisor.