Park Supervisor of Recreation (Gompers)

Chicago Park District•Chicago, IL

About The Position

Under direction, the Park Supervisor of Recreation plans, coordinates, and supervises recreation and leisure programs at a Chicago Park District park facility. The position serves as an administrative supervisor for instructional and maintenance staff and performs other related duties as assigned. The supervisor oversees athletic, recreation, leisure, cultural, and camp programming; supervises staff and volunteers; coordinates facility use; and helps maintain safe, well-kept park facilities. The role also involves community engagement, publicizing programs, maintaining records and inventories, and coordinating leagues, tournaments, and other activities. Duties are performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in physical education, recreation, leisure studies, social services, education, special education, child development, or a comparable major, and six years of Park and Recreation experience or experience in a related field; alternatively, 20 hours from an accredited college in recreation, leisure studies, or physical education and at least eight years of work experience in Park and Recreation or a related field.
Knowledge of athletic, leisure, and recreational theories and principles.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Recreation and leisure programming skills.
Organizational skills.
Ability to effectively supervise the work of others.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise staff responsible for teaching, coaching, and leading recreation and leisure activities.
Plan, develop, and supervise athletic and recreation programs at Park District locations, including sports such as basketball, baseball, gymnastics, and floor hockey.
Coordinate and oversee leisure and cultural programs, including table games, preschool classes, seasonal theme parties, music, drama, crafts, and art instruction.
Plan, promote, and oversee onsite Park District camp programs.
Develop camp activities, allocate staff, schedule facilities, and oversee day-to-day camp operations.
Supervise maintenance staff and general safety at park locations; initiate work orders and emergency repairs at park facilities and other assigned locations.
Maintain an inventory of equipment and supplies at the assigned facility.
Maintain records covering course registration fees collected, timekeeping and payroll, accidents, and other routine reports.
Schedule, organize, and oversee athletic leagues and tournaments.
Schedule and coordinate facility use by community groups.
Ensure that fields and other facilities are properly maintained.
Work with community and advisory groups to determine recreation and leisure needs, interests, and areas for improvement.
Publicize Park programs and events through a variety of sources.
Recruit, screen, and train volunteers to assist with park program activities.
Develop and enforce safety rules for staff and patrons at the park facility.

Benefits

Competitive group insurance benefits, including health, life, dental, and vision plans.
13–20 days of paid vacation annually (13 days during the first year of employment).
12 days of paid sick time annually, with unused time carrying over year to year.
Four paid personal days per year.
13 paid holidays per year.
12 weeks of paid parental leave upon meeting FMLA eligibility.
Pension plan through the Park Employees' and Retirement Board Employees' Annuity and Benefit Fund, covered by the State of Illinois' Reciprocal Act.
Voluntary Deferred Compensation Program supplemental retirement plan.
Optional pre-tax programs.
Transit benefits.
Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility.
Free admission to most Chicago museums.