Lifestyle Director

FirstService Residential; Illinois; On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short/Long-term disability

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

FirstService Residential is seeking a Lifestyle Director in the Chicago southwest suburban area to manage resident programs including recreation, social, cultural, travel, and entertainment activities, with an emphasis on enriching quality of life within the community.

Responsibilities include planning a diverse events calendar, coordinating logistics and staffing, managing clubs and committees, and promoting programs to residents and the board.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent experience in Recreation, Hospitality, Marketing, Event Planning, Communications, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and implement a diverse calendar of recreational, educational, and social programs tailored to resident interests.
• Organize and manage special events, including logistics, catering, contracts, staffing, and safety protocols.
• Provide leadership and administrative support to chartered clubs, lifestyle committees, and volunteers, including scheduling and event planning guidance.
• Foster resident engagement by building relationships and customizing programs to encourage participation.

Skills

Program planning

Event coordination

Resident engagement

Budgeting

Communication

Education

Associate's degree

Job description

Description

Job Overview:

As a Lifestyle Director, you’ll serve as the manager of resident programs including recreational, social, cultural, travel, and entertainment designed to enrich the quality of life and enhance the vibrancy of the communit y. Your responsibilities will encompass program development, facility scheduling, administration of chartered clubs, overall program promotion, and publicity, with the goal of fulfilling the objections of the Association.

This opportunity is available in the southwestern suburbs of Chicago, Illinois.

Your Responsibilities:

• Plan, coordinate, and implement a diverse calendar of recreational, educational, and social programs tailored to resident interests.
• Organize and manage special events, including logistics, catering, contracts, staffing, and safety protocols.
• Provide leadership and administrative support to chartered clubs, lifestyle committees, and volunteers, including scheduling, documentation, and event planning guidance.
• Foster resident engagement by building relationships and customizing programs to encourage participation and community involvement.
• Design and distribute promotional materials such as flyers, newsletters, announcements, and social media content to market events and programs.
• Schedule and manage facility usage for events, meetings, and club activities, ensuring smooth operations and availability.
• Facilitate department budgets, monitor income and expenses, and provide regular financial updates to management and board members.
• Perform administrative tasks including answering phones and emails, processing invoices, and maintaining organized records.
• Establish partnerships with local businesses and organizations to enhance programming and secure sponsorships for community events.
• Conduct resident orientation and training sessions for facility use, including fitness center and pool regulations.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures and community policies during events and daily operations.
• Attend and support board meetings and club gatherings by providing updates, reports, and follow-up actions

Skills & Qualifications:

• Associate's degree or equivalent experience in Recreation, Hospitality, Marketing, Event Planning, Communications, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of risk management practices, including Homeowner's Association policies, Health Department regulations and insurance requirements.
• Works effectively with coworkers, clients, customers, and others by sharing ideas in a constructive and positive manner; addresses problems and issues constructively to find mutually acceptable and practical business solutions.
• Possess budgetary knowledge and control for the purpose(s) of executing programs within the community as well as related activities that may be cost-shared for the benefit of the community.
• Must possess a high energy attitude and an ability to multi-task/prioritize different projects at any given time.
• Superior oral and written communication skills.
• Must be able to work a flexible scheduling, including some evenings and weekends to facilitate events and activities.
• Must be able to lift and carry or otherwise move up to 40 pounds.

What We Offer:

As a full-time associate, you will be eligible for full comprehensive benefits including your choice of multiple medical plans, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance. You will also be eligible for company-paid life insurance and benefits from our employee assistance program. In addition, you will be eligible for paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and a 401(k) with company match.

Compensation

$50000 - $55000 / year

Disclaimer Statement

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. This is not an all-inclusive job description; therefore, management has the right to assign or reassign schedules, duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.