Program & Event Coordinator

Chicago Park District • Chicago, IL

8h

About The Position

Coordinate and facilitate the development, implementation and evaluation of Adaptive Sport programs and Special Events. General work area is dependent on the program specific environment which includes both indoor and outdoor settings. Performs related duties as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Physical Education or related field plus three years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience is required
• Good knowledge of athletic, leisure and recreational principles and theories as they apply to therapeutic recreation.
• Knowledge of teaching methods and techniques used to instruct individuals with disabilities.
• Ability to understand and implement elements of community-based programming.
• Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks.
• High level of organizational and planning skills.
• Ability to evaluate programs based on value to program participants and industry standards.
• Evidence of customer service focus practices.

Nice To Haves

• Work experience with individuals with disabilities specific to Adaptive or Paralympic Sports.
• One year of supervisory experience.
• Certified Parks and Recreation Professional (CPRP) or Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS).

Responsibilities

• Plans, implements and instructs citywide Adaptive Sport programs for children and adults with disabilities (blind/low vision and physical disabilities).
• Meet with key individuals from partner organizations to define tasks and timelines, gather and disseminate information and execute projects, programs and events.
• Prepares reports and promotional materials for programs and events.

Benefits

• +$1.00/hour increase on 1/1/2026.
• +$1.00/hour increase on 1/1/2027.
• 1 day of personal leave at the commencement of each quarter, accrued on a pro rata basis.
• 2 days of sick leave at the commencement of each quarter, accrued on a pro rata basis.
• After one year of employment, employees who work 1,040 hours or more in the previous year are typically eligible for between 7-10 workdays of paid vacation time annually, and additional time after first 5 years of employment.
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave (upon meeting FMLA eligibility requirements).
• Pension plan through the Park Employees' and Retirement Board Employees' Annuity and Benefit Fund, a system covered by the State of Illinois' Reciprocal Act.
• Free Admission to most Chicago Museums.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time