Recreation & Cultural Center Director

Chicago Park District; Chicago (IL); In loco; USD 83.000 - 102.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Health insurance

Pension plan

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Transit pre-tax

Museum admissions

Descrizione del lavoro

Chicago Park District seeks a Center Director to manage a large city-wide facility offering year-round recreation, cultural, and environmental programs, plus major events. You will supervise staff, develop and implement programs, and maintain strong community partnerships.

The role requires budget oversight, grant development, and ensuring facility safety and regulatory compliance. It is a full-time on-site leadership position with comprehensive benefits.

Competenze

• Bachelor’s degree required in Business Administration, Public Administration, Recreation Administration, or related field.
• 3–5 years progressively responsible experience in a revenue-generating recreation or cultural facility.
• At least 1 year in a supervisory/management capacity.

Mansioni

• Manage day-to-day operation of a large, diverse recreation facility.
• Develop program objectives, policies and procedures; supervise center staff.
• Foster relationships with community groups and city resources.
• Oversee budget preparation, grants, and financial reporting.
• Ensure safety, equipment maintenance, and security at the center.
• Coordinate center rentals and compliance with contracts.

Conoscenze

Budgeting

Staff supervision

Community engagement

Program development

Safety compliance

Grant writing

Facility management

Financial reporting

Operational planning

Formazione

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Recreation Administration, or related field

Descrizione del lavoro

Chicago Park District seeks a Center Director to manage a large city-wide facility offering year-round recreation, cultural, and environmental programs, plus major events. You will supervise staff, develop and implement programs, and maintain strong community partnerships.

The role requires budget oversight, grant development, and ensuring facility safety and regulatory compliance. It is a full-time on-site leadership position with comprehensive benefits.