Rec Station Assistant Director (Before/After School Program)

Courts Plus; Elmhurst (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free pool passes

Free Courts Plus membership

Free miniature golf and batting cages

20% off food purchases

20% rentals

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Values Recognition Program

Two deferred compensation programs

Credit Union access

Job summary

Elmhurst Park District in Elmhurst, IL is seeking a part-time Rec Station Assistant Director to support the Site Director in planning and running a quality Rec Station program for before- and after-school hours.

You will design arts and crafts, drama, sports and field trips, while building strong communications with parents and school partners, and stepping in for the Site Director when needed. This role offers a friendly team environment and meaningful community impact.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assist Site Director in planning, coordinating and implementing a quality Rec Station program.
• Create activities in arts and crafts, drama, sports and games, outdoor recreation, field trips, special events, socialization and quiet activities.
• Assist Site Director in maintaining good communication lines with parents through daily communication systems.
• Develop and maintain good rapport and communications with School District staff at the program site.
• Assume responsibilities of Site Director as needed.
• Assist with set-up and takedown of equipment.

Skills

Communication

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Job description

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 [e-mail].*

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.

For more information about the Elmhurst Park District, please visit epd.org!!