Assistant Superintendent Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High School Graduate.
• Must have knowledge of the building hours of operation, policies and procedures.
• Ability to comfortably and safely handle a variety of exotic animals including: reptiles (snakes, turtles), mammals, insects, etc.
• Maintain First Aid/CPR/AED certification and DCFS Mandated Reporter Certification or obtain certification within 30 days of hire.
• The ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
• The ability to follow all safety procedures that pertain to the duties performed and support all aspects of the Park District’s safety program.
• A range of hearing and vision that allows the employee to safely complete the essential duties of the position with or without assistive devices, corrective lenses and/or glasses and/or a reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

• Some College Preferred.

Responsibilities

• Be physically able to set up/tear down furnishings for building rentals as required.
• Be responsible for admission of the general public or renters into the facility.
• Perform daily animal care and exhibit maintenance duties.
• Perform front desk/reception duties including handling patron phone calls, assisting patrons with purchases through point-of-sale equipment operations, and interacting with facility visitors.
• Be responsible for timely preparation and cleaning of rental spaces to meet client needs.
• Provide patrons with a favorable impression of the Hickory Knolls Discovery Center.
• Enforce all building rules.
• Courteously, promptly, and correctly answer all patron questions.
• Maintain that the public areas are clean and welcoming for all patrons.
• Perform general maintenance and cleaning functions as assigned. This includes but is not limited to; room set up/tear down, wiping of tables/chairs, trash removal and general cleaning as needed before, during or after rentals.
• Utilize and troubleshoot with computers, A/V equipment and other technological devices.
• Follow all safety procedures that pertain to the duties performed and support all aspects of the Park District’s safety program.
• Report any serious problems and/or situations to the Assistant Superintendent of Outdoor Education and/or the Manager of Nature Programs.
• Assist with snow removal.
• Assist with special events.

Benefits

• District Incentives
• Paid Training
• Discounts for Programs