Parks & Recreation - Part-Time

City of Danville; Danville (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established community is seeking enthusiastic individuals for various part-time and seasonal positions in the Parks and Recreation Department. This is a fantastic opportunity to engage with the community while supporting sports and recreational programs. Whether you are a referee, instructor, or maintenance staff, your role will be vital in enhancing the quality of recreational activities in the area. Join a dynamic team dedicated to fostering a vibrant community atmosphere through sports and recreation. If you have a passion for athletics or community service, this could be the perfect fit for you!

Qualifications

• Prior parks & recreation or athletic experience preferred.
• Certifications required for lifeguard applicants.

Responsibilities

• Support the administration of sports and recreation programs.
• Provide maintenance of departmental facilities.

Skills

Parks & Recreation Experience

Athletic Knowledge

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma

Lifeguard Certification

Job description

Description

THE CITY OF DANVILLE: The City of Danville is located 35 miles southwest of Lexington, and is a thriving community with a population of 17,000. The City has a highly efficient infrastructure, water treatment and wastewater facilities, police and fire services, quality school system, and a highly educated workforce. Danville is the home of Centre College, which is among the most prestigious small liberal arts colleges in America. The City of Danville is also the business hub to a 5 county, 100,000 + region.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Danville-Boyle County Parks and Recreation Department is hiring for a broad range of part-time and seasonal positions for various fall and spring sport seasons. Positions will be required to support the Parks and Recreation Department in the administration of sports and recreation programs as well as operational functions providing maintenance of departmental facilities.

SEASONAL AND PART-TIME JOB OPPORTUNITIES:

· Referees

· Umpire

· Front Desk Receptionist

· Dance Instructor

· Fitness Instructor

· Tennis Instructor

· Scorekeeper

· Grounds Maintenance

· Lifeguard

· Concession Staff (Both Pools and Parks)

· Facilities Supervisor

Requirements

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

· Prior parks & recreation or athletic experience preferred, but not required.

· Certifications are required for lifeguard applicants.

· Referee and Umpires candidates must have knowledge of rules and regulations of sports programs (Basketball, Baseball, Softball, and T-Ball).

COMPENSATION: The pay rate for each of these positions is as follows:

· Referees: $20-30 per game [rate will be determined by candidate’s level of experience]

· Umpire: $20-30 per game [rate will be determined by candidate’s level of experience]

· Front Desk Receptionist: $15/hr

· Dance Instructor: $17.50 per class

· Fitness Instructor: $15-20 per class [rate will be determined by candidate’s level of experience]

Fitness Coordinator: $25/hr

· Tennis Instructor: $15/hr

Tennis Coordinator: $20/hr

· Scorekeeper: $15 per game

· Grounds Maintenance: $15/hr

· Lifeguard: $15/hr

Lifeguard Manager: $17/hr

· Concessions: $15/hr

Concession Manager: $17/hr

· Facility Supervisor: $20/hr

Swim Team Coach: $15/hr

Day Camp Counselor: $15/hr

Assistant Day Camp Coordinator: $17/hr

Day Camp Coordinator: $20/hr

The City of Danville provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other trait or characteristic protect by federal, state, and local laws.