Outreach Program Coordinator

Palatine Park District; Palatine (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision insurance

Paid life insurance

IMRF retirement plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Seasonal pool passes

Fitness Center membership

Job summary

Palatine Park District is seeking a community-focused professional to lead year-round programming, camps and outreach for underserved youth and adults. You will collaborate with partners, assist with registrations and scholarships, and pursue grants to fund programs.

The role requires a Bachelor's in recreation/park and tourism administration, strong communication, and a valid Class D license. Bilingual in Spanish and English is highly valued for serving our diverse community.

Qualifications

• Community-focused and enthusiastic
• Bachelor's degree in recreation, park and tourism administration or related field
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment
• Valid class D driver's license
• Bilingual in Spanish and English

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, implement and supervise year-round programming, camps and special events for underserved youth and adults.
• Cooperatively work with community partners to provide services, may act as liaison for one or more groups.
• Assist patrons with navigating district registration and scholarship process.
• Research and secure outside funding sources to support programming via grants and donations.
• Supervise staff and volunteers working programs including hiring, training, scheduling, supervision and discipline.
• Responsible for creating budgets and accurate tracking of expense, revenues and purchases.
• Communicates with community members to raise awareness of program offerings and connect individuals with services that support their needs.

Skills

Community engagement

Communication skills

Bilingual - English/Spanish

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in recreation/park and tourism administration or related field

Job description

Palatine Park District is seeking a talented and community focused individual who loves engaging diverse audiences, creating meaning and community connection and will represent our mission through impactful outreach.

At Palatine Park District we're a vibrant and innovative park district committed to delivering top-notch services to our patrons while fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for our team members. Join us as we continue to make a difference and set new standards in parks and recreation.

What You'll Do:

• Plan, organize, implement and supervise year round programming, camps and special events for underserved youth and adults.
• Cooperatively work with community partners to provide services, may act as liaison for one or more groups.
• Assist patrons with navigating district registration and scholarship process.
• Research and secure outside funding sources to support programing via grants and donations.
• Supervise staff and volunteers working programs including hiring, training, scheduling, supervision and discipline.
• Responsible for creating budgets and accurate tracking of expense, revenues and purchases.
• Communicates with community members to raise awareness of program offerings and connect individuals with services that support their needs.

What We're Looking For:

• Community focused and enthusiastic individual with programming experience
• Bachelors degree in recreation, park and tourism administration or related field
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment
• Valid class D drivers license
• Bilingual in Spanish and English

Why You Should Join Us:

• Exciting opportunities for professional growth and career advancement
• A supportive and inclusive work culture that values your contributions and celebrates success
• Health/Dental/Vision insurance for individual and family
• Paid life insurance
• A retirement plan with the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF)
• Paid vacation, personal days, holidays and sick time
• Unlimited in-house complimentary programs
• Seasonal pool passes for indoor and outdoor pools (individual and family)
• Fitness Center membership (individual and family)
• The chance to work with a dynamic team of professionals dedicated to excellence and innovation.

At Palatine Park District, we are all about our Community. Entertaining recreation programs, beautiful parks, and facility fun to create Park and Rec Life. A career with Palatine Park District is so much more than a job; it is choosing to live the Parks and Rec life. It's about being a positive influence on the community, growing as a person and the friendships that you make with your fellow staff members.

The salary range for this position is $60,000-$68,000.