2023 Fillable Employment Application Form.pdf 

The Community Park District of La Grange Park provides a wide range of exciting recreational opportunities and maintains 6 park sites (total 23.1 acres) for the benefit of our community. The Community Park District was created in 1944 and grew out of the volunteer-based Citizen Committee for Recreation and public enthusiasm for recreation programs and services and a healthy spirit of volunteerism remains a prominent characteristic of the park district today.

Our small and dedicated team strives to create opportunities for our community to build stronger bonds and live healthy, active, and fun lives! To achieve this, our staff and board value professional development, work/life synergy, the pursuit of excellence, fairness, and fun. The Community Park District offers an extremely generous benefits package that includes medical, life, and supplemental insurances, IMRF Pension Plan, tuition reimbursement, program privileges, and more!

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Job Title: Superintendent of Recreation

Full Time, Exempt

Salary: $65,000-$78,500 DOE 

The Community Park District is seeking an innovative Superintendent of Recreation to expand, enhance, and lead our recreational programs, events, and facilities. With the park district beginning a comprehensive Recreation Center Expansion project in 2025, this position will have the unique opportunity to work closely with our community to plan and implement a dynamic recreation program model that will serve the residents of La Grange Park and our neighbors.  

The Superintendent of Recreation is a integral leadership role responsible for overseeing the planning, coordination, and management of all aspects of the Recreation Department to meet the diverse needs of the community. This includes overseeing facility maintenance; managing park and field rentals; overseeing facility rentals; facilitating cooperative programing; directly administering youth and adult sports programs, leagues, and sports events; overseeing senior programming; and executing the ADA Transition Plan for the Community Park District. 

Competitive Benefits

This position enjoys a comprehensive health benefits, retirement plans, generous paid time off, and a flexible work environment. We offer a wide range of professional development opportunities and a chance to lead in a dynamic environment. 

Essential Functions

• Administrative duties include but not are limited to recruiting, interviewing, hiring, supervising, evaluating and, disciplining recreation staff, facility/field supervisors, and facility maintenance personnel; training staff in the safe operation of janitorial maintenance, tools, and chemicals; submitting a bi-weekly payroll; communicating with the Executive Director regularly on Park District matters; preparing program descriptions; preparing bids for and ordering program equipment and supplies in accordance with the District purchasing policy; reviewing, preparing, approving, and submitting invoice payment vouchers; maintaining and protecting supplies and other inventory; submitting a monthly status report; and attending Park Board meetings.
• Develop, submit, monitor, and manage a strategic annual Recreation Department budget and implement strategic cost recovery strategies to achieve agency goals. 
• Provide strategic leadership and managerial oversight for all aspects of recreation operations, and future projects for assigned areas within the Recreation Department.
• Evaluate existing recreation programs offered by the Park District and plan future offerings that are compatible with public need while maintaining accurate financial records for all programs being offered, study financial data and deliver periodic reports to the Executive Director and Board.
• Work with the Executive Director, staff, and community to create and implement a proactive and effective recreation plan.
• Manage the maintenance of the Recreation Center including but not limited to custodial operations; service contract management; planning capital projects or capital equipment replacement; overseeing or coordinating routine and preventative maintenance; monitoring utility contracts; serving as on-call for building alarms; coordinating equipment replacement and troubleshooting with IT contractor; and monitoring and maintaining organized storage spaces
• Coordinate field usage with affiliate groups such as Little League and AYSO; develop, plan, organize and administer all aspects of District athletic programs, sports leagues and programs including but not limited to teaching classes and directly overseeing weekend programs; assess athletic field capital improvement needs; coordinate and evaluate cooperative athletic classes and contractors.
• Oversee the implementation of the ADA Transition Plan including but not limited to project planning, budgeting, management and inspection.

What We're Looking For

A Bachelor’s Degree in parks and recreation management, sports management, or equivalent experience is required. Ideal candidates will have have strong organizational, time management, and decision making skills with 3-5 years of progressive experience in recreation management. Must be a First Aid/CPR instructor or the ability to acquire certification within the first year of hire. Must be a Certified Parks and Recreation Professional (CPRP) or the ability to acquire within one year of hire. First Aid/CPR certification or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire is required. Candidate must possess a valid State of Illinois class “D” driver’s license.

Resumes and cover letters accompanied by completed applications may be emailed to: bkuchynka@communityparkdistrict.org or sent to the Community Park District Recreation Center, 1501 Barnsdale Road, La Grange Park.

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Job Title:  Before & After Care and Substitute Preschool Teachers Needed! 

Ready Teddy Preschool is looking for energetic, flexible, and fun substitute teachers! Under the supervision of the Recreation Manager, the Substitute Preschool Teacher is responsible for planning and implementing preschool programs for children ages 2-5 with a co-teacher, including but not limited to providing customer service, general safety, and development, supervision of groups of children, and providing high quality educational and recreational activities.

The Ready Teddy Preschool substitute teachers are energetic, positive, and patient teachers who love sharing their passion for education with our students. Minimum high school diploma or equivalent with at least two years’ experience related to childcare or child development required. Must have good communication, interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills. CPR, First-Aid and AED certifications are required (Park District provides training).

 

Completed applications may be emailed to: bkuchynka@communityparkdistrict.org or sent to the Community Park District Recreation Center, 1501 Barnsdale Road, La Grange Park.

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Job Title: Seasonal Grounds Maintenance - Baseball

Classification: Seasonal

$15.00 - $18 per hour DOE

Under the supervision of the Superintendent of Parks and Parks Grounds Worker, the Community Park District Seasonal Grounds Maintenance – Baseball  is responsible for general maintenance of La Grange Park’s ballfields and parks including dragging, raking, mowing, weed whipping, trash removal, litter pick-up, and picking weeds.

QUALIFICATIONS

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years related work experience in athletic field maintenance, landscaping, or related field. Preferred experience using ball field equipment, mowers, light and heavy trucks and a variety of hand and power tools. Must possess a valid Illinois Driver’s License with excellent driving record. Must be at least 18 years or older, team-oriented, flexible, have excellent communication skills. CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications are required (Park District provides training).  Must have a valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.

 

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Work individually and as part of a team to perform a wide variety of indoor and outdoor maintenance tasks. 
• During baseball/softball season performs daily maintenance of sports fields including mowing turf grass, repairing fencing, dragging infields, painting foul lines, sweeping dugouts and tamping pitching mounds as needed. 
• Operates Park District vehicles, tractors, loaders, and other motorized equipment, including vehicles and equipment with trailer attachments. 
• Operates equipment including but not limited to bunker rake, mowers, weed whips, pressure washers, blowers, aerators, spreaders, and other miscellaneous power equipment. 
• Visually inspects work sites and surrounding areas and removes all safety hazards, garbage, and refuse materials on an ongoing basis regardless of assigned task. 
• Performs daily inspection of bunker rake, mowers and trucks before use. 
• Looks for and reports safety and maintenance issues to the Superintendent of Parks and/or Superintendent of Recreation.
• Assists with Baseball special event preparation, operation and clean-up as required during tournaments. 
• Performs job safely and in compliance with the park district's policies and procedures, work rules and safety rules. 
• Wears and maintains all necessary PPE. 
• Maintains a clean and organized work environment including assigned vehicles, equipment, tool storage area, work sites, etc.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS, ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND PROTECTIVE GEAR/CLOTHING
Physical requirements include: good speaking, hearing and vision ability, excellent manual dexterity, ability to lift and carry between 25 and 49 pounds regularly and team lift over 50 pounds occasionally. Anything lifted over 50 pounds must be achieved with assistance (mechanical or team-lift).

Will require working outdoors in all weather conditions.

Will work with exposure to chemicals including fertilizers, weed killers and cleaning agents and paints.

HOURS
Typical hours are 6am-2:30pm (40 hours/week) May 1-September 31. Some weekends required.

Completed applications may be emailed to: bkuchynka@communityparkdistrict.org or sent to the Community Park District Recreation Center, 1501 Barnsdale Road, La Grange Park.

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 Job Title: Seasonal Exploration Express Lead Counselor

Classification: Part Time Seasonal
$17.00 - $19.00 per hour DOE

 

The Exploration Express Lead is responsible for implementing, leading, supervising, and assisting activities that support the Exploration Express program for children 6-8th grade in a manner that contributes to their well-being, growth and development.  To provide a warm, nurturing, safe and loving environment where self-concept is enhanced, independence encouraged, and individuality respected.

QUALIFICATIONS

Candidate must have High School Diploma, AA, BA or equivalent experience in Education or Recreation or a minimum of two years supervising staff and children.  Must be 21 years or older and First Aid/CPR/AED certifications are required. (Park District provides training). Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Drives vehicle from the recreation center to different field trip locations assigned.
• Communicates by cell phone with the agency office as necessary only using the phone when the vehicle is stopped in a secure and safe location) in the event of a medical emergency, significant passenger behavioral situation, vehicle mechanical problem or other situation where assistance is needed during transportation. Contacts 911 immediately in the event of a medical or serious emergency. 
• Verbal and written communication with parents, staff, participants and public.        
• Gathering, loading, transporting, setting up and cleaning up equipment and supplies.
• Preparing and completing planned operational and agency forms.
• Plan and organize and outdoor activities gearing them to the needs of the assigned groups.
• Administer program within budget guidelines.
• Supervise and evaluate camp.
• Use appropriate and positive discipline.
• Active participation in camp activities.
• Assist in maintaining and organizing files and records for the camp/bus.
• Assist with general housekeeping of Rec Bus and supplies.
• Enjoy working with people and foster an environment that contributes to positive self-esteem.
• Ability to be flexible and work under stressful conditions
• Work closely with staff.
• Promote a quality loss control/safety program for the Park District.

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS, ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND PROTECTIVE GEAR/CLOTHING
Must be able to:  Work in extreme heat conditions. Enjoy working with people.  Be flexible and work under stressful conditions based on weather.  Be able to work closely with staff and be able to work well with the public possibly having physical contact with the public. Keep attendance of children enrolled in camp each day. Assist with general housekeeping tasks. Be able to read and understand written materials and manuals. When given must be able to follow rules and verbal instructions. Be able to demonstrate good safety awareness and judgement. Also, be able to demonstrate creative programming skills.

HOURS
Seasonal Exploration Express Lead Counselor are part-time seasonal working Monday – Friday from 8:30am - 4:30pm, hours may vary based on set up, and clean up. Additional training hours will be required before camp begins. 

Completed applications may be emailed to: bkuchynka@communityparkdistrict.org or sent to the Community Park District Recreation Center, 1501 Barnsdale Road, La Grange Park.

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Job Title: Seasonal Exploration Express Co-Counselor

Classification: Part Time Seasonal
$16.00 - $18.00 per hour DOE

The Exploration Express Co-Counselor is responsible for implementing, supervising, and assisting activities that support the Exploration Express program for children 6-8th grade in a manner that contributes to their well-being, growth and development.  To provide a warm, nurturing, safe and loving environment where self-concept is enhanced, independence encouraged, and individuality respected

QUALIFICATIONS

Candidate must have High School Diploma, AA, BA or equivalent experience in Education or Recreation or a minimum of two years supervising staff and children.  Must be 21 years or older and First Aid/CPR/AED certifications are required. (Park District provides training). Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Drives vehicle from the recreation center to different field trip locations assigned.
• Communicates by cell phone with the agency office as necessary only using the phone when the vehicle is stopped in a secure and safe location) in the event of a medical emergency, significant passenger behavioral situation, vehicle mechanical problem or other situation where assistance is needed during transportation. Contacts 911 immediately in the event of a medical or serious emergency. 
• Verbal and written communication with parents, staff, participants and public.        
• Gathering, loading, transporting, setting up and cleaning up equipment and supplies.
• Preparing and completing planned operational and agency forms.
• Plan and organize and outdoor activities gearing them to the needs of the assigned groups.
• Administer program within budget guidelines.
• Supervise and evaluate camp.
• Use appropriate and positive discipline.
• Active participation in camp activities.
• Assist in maintaining and organizing files and records for the camp/bus.
• Assist with general housekeeping of Rec Bus and supplies.
• Enjoy working with people and foster an environment that contributes to positive self-esteem.
• Ability to be flexible and work under stressful conditions
• Work closely with staff.
• Promote a quality loss control/safety program for the Park District.
• Assist the Lead Counselor in controlling and executing camp activities

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS, ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND PROTECTIVE GEAR/CLOTHING
Must be able to:  Work in extreme heat conditions. Enjoy working with people.  Be flexible and work under stressful conditions based on weather.  Be able to work closely with staff and be able to work well with the public possibly having physical contact with the public. Keep attendance of children enrolled in camp each day. Assist with general housekeeping tasks. Be able to read and understand written materials and manuals. When given must be able to follow rules and verbal instructions. Be able to demonstrate good safety awareness and judgement. Also, be able to demonstrate creative programming skills.

HOURS

Seasonal Exploration Express Co-Counselor are part-time seasonal working Monday – Friday from 8:30am - 4:30pm, hours may vary based on set up and clean up. Additional training hours will be required before camp begins. 

Completed applications may be emailed to: bkuchynka@communityparkdistrict.org or sent to the Community Park District Recreation Center, 1501 Barnsdale Road, La Grange Park.

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Job Title: Athletic Field Supervisor- Seasonal

 

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of athletic field supervision or youth programs/league.

Knowledge of soccer, baseball, softball, sports training, pickleball and a variety of other sports/activities.

Experience as a coach or trainer in other sports is preferred, but not required.

Proficiency in both English and Spanish is desirable, but not required.

Certification in nationally recognized CPR and Safety instruction (Can be obtained through the CPD)

SUPERVISOR

The Athletics Assistant is under the direction of the Superintendent of Recreation and the Executive Director.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Present a positive attitude and promote a favorable image for the Community Park District.
• Effectively maintain timeliness of coaches and referees on both practice and game days.
• Assist Recreation Manager with providing umpires and captains with proper equipment and updates in a timely manner.
• Learn and understand the league rules and expected behavior of self, participants, officials, and parents.
• Assists other athletic staff and Recreation manager with setting up/preparing athletic field for practice/games, as well as remove equipment at the end of each practice/game.
• Assists with overseeing practice and games, distributing and collecting paperwork and equipment.
• Establish and maintain standards of player and parent behavior needed to achieve effective participation.
• Foster open communication with pa through on-site availability as a liaison for the park district.
• Maintain regular weekly communication with immediate supervisor and keep him/her up to date on all activities, issues, equipment, and financial matters.
• Must be in compliance with the loss prevention and safety policies of the Park District.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS

• Promote athletics registration through distribution of promotional material and word-of-mouth marketing.
• Keep the facilities clean and all equipment in proper working order.
• Be aware of league rules and regulations and make sure coaches, referees and umpires abide by them.
• Inventory supplies and make recommendations on orders to Recreation Manager.
• Perform other program-related duties as assigned by the Recreation Manager, Assist or serve as an instructor/staff for other recreation and athletics programs when scheduled.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS, ENVIRONMENTAL/PSYCHOLOGICAL/COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to bend, stoop, lift items weighing up to 50 pounds, turn, sit, and stand for short or extended periods of time. May be exposed to elements during outdoor activities, including extreme heat and cold, snow, rain, ice, day and night conditions, and high levels of pollen. He/she is exposed to varying levels of humidity, temperature, and light when working indoors. The Athletics Assistant may feel added pressure from being responsible for the entire program and children enrolled Must be able to plan, administer, and evaluate the operation of the youth and adult leagues. Must possess the ability to convey information to others in a clear, concise manner.

 

Download and fill out the job application

Interested candidates should email a completed application to:  bkuchynka@communityparkdistrict.org or mail materials to the Community Park District Recreation Center, 1501 Barnsdale Road, La Grange Park.

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Job Title: Sports Instructors Wanted!

 

Under the supervision of the Recreation, Facilities and Safety Manager, the Community Park District Sports Instructors is responsible for developing, planning, implementing, leading, supervising, and assisting instructional athletic programs in La Grange Park. This position provides safe, fun, nurturing, and active programming for kids ages 3-17 where self-concept is enhanced, independence encouraged, and individuality respected. Programming includes private, semiprivate, and group instruction.

 

Community Park District sports instructors are energetic, positive, and patient coaches who love sharing their passion for athletics with children experiencing a sport for the first time as well as those looking to improve intermediate or advanced skills. Instructors have coaching experience and a thorough knowledge of at least 2 of the following sports: Baseball, softball, basketball, cheerleading, tennis, volleyball, track, football/flag football, and soccer. Collegiate athletics experience is preferred. Instructors must be 18 years or older, have reliable transportation, be team-oriented, and have excellent communication skills. CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications are required (Park District provides training).

 

Resumes and Employment Applications may be emailed to Brittany Kuchynka at bkuchynka@communityparkdistrict.org or dropped off at 1501 Barnsdale Road, La Grange Park, IL 60526.

 

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