About the role
WHO WE ARE: The Elmhurst Park District, established in 1920 and located 16 miles west of Chicago, provides parks, recreation facilities and programs to meet our mission of enriching lives while having fun. Our vision is to become a national leader in providing parks and recreation experiences to our community. We are looking for people to join our team and be part of an organization that values being community focused, providing customer service excellence, working with integrity, having fun, and fostering belonging! We have an exciting part-time job opportunity as REC STATION ASSISTANT DIRECTOR with our Before & After School Program.
WHAT YOU’LL DO: You will be responsible to assist the Site Director in planning, coordinating and implementing a quality Rec Station program. Our program participants will look to you to create activities in the areas of arts and crafts, drama, sports and games, outdoor recreation, field trips, special events, socialization and quiet activities.
* Additional responsibilities include: Assist Site Director in maintaining good communication lines with parents through daily communication systems. * Develop and maintain good rapport and good communications with the School District staff at program site. * Assume responsibilities of Site Director as needed. * Assist with set-up and takedown of equipment.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING: High school graduate or equivalent.
WHEN YOU’LL WORK: Monday-Friday, 6:45am-8:10am and 2:45pm-6:00pm (with some flexibility)
* No nights, No weekends, No major holidays!
WHAT YOU’LL GET:
* The anticipated starting pay for this position is $19/hour depending on experience. * Rec Station Leader I falls under Pay Grade C with a pay range of $15.50-$26.50
In exchange for your time and talent, we offer a generous benefits package for PART-TIME CATEGORY 2, including:
* Rec Station employees can enroll their age-eligible dependents in Rec Station programming at no cost during the shifts in which they work (i.e., before and/or after school)! No waitlist required and registration is guaranteed. Only work at least three shifts every week in order to qualify! * 50% off programs for self, spouse, civil union partner or legal dependents (resident fee); certain restrictions apply * Free pool passes * Free individual Courts Plus membership! * Free miniature golf and batting cages at The Hub (employee only)! * 20% off food purchases at The Hub concession stand! * 20% rentals (excludes Wilder Mansion); 50% weekday rentals at The Hub! * Employee Assistance Program (EAP) * Values Recognition Program * Employee social activities * Two deferred compensation programs (VOYA & Nationwide) * Credit Union (Central Credit Union of Illinois)
* The Elmhurst Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process may contact the Division Manager - Human Resources & Risk at [email protected].*
For more information about the Elmhurst Park District, please visit epd.org!!
Additional Legal Statements
Elmhurst Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Elmhurst Park District ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Elmhurst Park District has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources.
The district is required by state statute (70 ILCS 1205/8-23) to obtain criminal conviction information concerning applicants, and shall perform a criminal background check for applicants for all positions, including the position for which you have applied. Applicants are not obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of convictions. Conviction of offenses enumerated in subsection (c) of said statute shall automatically disqualify the applicant from consideration for working for the district. All other convictions shall not automatically disqualify the applicant from consideration, but rather, the conviction will be considered in relationship to the specific job.
Compensation: $19/hour