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FULL-TIME JOB OPPORTUNITIES
aTHLETIC mANAGER (FULL-TIME POSITION)
Working Hours: The Athletic Manager is a Full-Time position working a minimum of 40 hours per week. The hours for this position vary with weeknights and weekends required, depending on the season. Park District office hours are Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, including 1/2 hour unpaid lunch. Summary: The Athletic Manager is responsible for managing the platform tennis program; all athletic children, youth, and adult programs; all athletic leagues; all athletic camps; and special events. The Athletic Manager schedules, communicates and manages the calendar and payments for facility and park rentals and permits. The Athletic Manager schedules and communicates intergovernmental and private school utilization for the Park District. The Athletic Manager directly manages program and facility staff, and volunteers. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in park and recreation or closely related field. A minimum of 3 years' experience in recreation programming management with preference given to those individuals with a parks and recreation background and experience in platform tennis. Knowledge of computers and athletic software programs. A valid Illinois State Driver License (Class D). Ability to become a Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) within 2 years. Starting Salary Range: $48,000.00-$54,000.00
Part-time/Seasonal Job Opportunities
Summer camp director (june-mid august)
Responsible for the supervision of the campsite, camp counselors, planning of appropriate activities, and overall safety of staff and campers. Qualifications: Minimum 18 years of age. Must have strong leadership and communication skills along with programming and childcare experience. Hours: Monday-Friday; hours vary by camp site
Starting Salary: $16 per hour
Summer camp assistant director (june-mid august)
Responsible for the supervision of the campsite, camp counselors, planning of appropriate activities, and overall safety of staff and campers. Qualifications: Minimum 18 years of age. Must have strong leadership and communication skills along with programming and childcare experience. Hours: Monday-Friday; hours vary by camp site
Starting Salary: $15 per hour
Summer camp counselor (june-mid august)
Under the supervision of the Summer Camp Director, primarily responsible for the organization and implementation of daily camp activities, as well as supervision and safety of campers. Qualifications: Minimum 16 years of age. Must have strong leadership and communication skills along with programming and childcare experience. Hours: Monday-Friday; hours vary by camp site
Starting Salary: $14 per hour
Park Specialist (mid may-mid august)
Assist with the day-to-day operations of maintaining the Park District's parks and facilities. Qualifications: Minimum 18 years of age. Sufficient strength to lift and hold 50 pounds Valid Illinois State drivers license. Use of District vehicle to perform duties. Hours: Monday-Friday; 7:00 am-3:30 pm
Starting Salary: $14 per hour
Athletic site supervisor
(Annual Position)
Responsible for bringing out all equipment, first aid kit and site packet. Monitoring the safety of participants; keeping score; tracking attendance; keeping site clean.
Qualifications: Minimum of 16 years of age; sufficient strength to lift and hold 25 pounds.
Hours: Part-time position based on athletic schedules
Starting salary: $14 per hour
BIRTHDAY PARTY LEADER (ANNUAL POSITION)
Responsible for supervising birthday parties. Set-up before the party and clean up post party. Qualifications: Minimum 16 years of age. Experience in childcare or supervision preferred. Hours: Part-time weekend position working 2 hours per birthday party, plus half hour before and after for set-up and clean up.
Starting salary: $50 per party
Volunteer Opportunities
Special Event Volunteers
If you are interested in volunteering at any of the park district's special events, please contact Karen Stille, kstille@rfparks.com, 708-366-6660 ext. 105.
Apply Today!
Download the application below. Completed applications can be mailed, emailed, or dropped off at The Depot:
River Forest Park District
401 Thatcher Avenue
River Forest, IL
Email Karen Stille, Superintendent of Recreation at kstille@rfparks.com unless stated differently above.
Employment Application
Volunteer Waiver
The River Forest Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse work force. We are always looking for energetic, customer-focused individuals to join our team. The are age requirements for certain positions; be sure to check the listing for these and other possible requirements for the position you seek.
