PLAYGROUND SUPERVISOR - Chicago Park District : Job Details

This position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement between the Chicago Park District and the Service Employees International Union Local 73. Pursuant to the collective bargaining agreement, the District will exhaust internal eligible applicants prior to considering external applicants. The District is assembling a list of qualified candidates for this position that will be considered should the position not be filled with internal eligible applicants.

Title: Playground Supervisor

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS: Under direction, plans, coordinates and supervises a recreation and leisure program at a Park District playground or park facility. Serves as an administrative supervisor for instructional and maintenance staff Performs related duties as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: This supervisory position is appropriate for assignment to smaller facilities teaching, coaching and leading recreation, cultural and leisure activities. Indoor programming may be limited due to the size and type of facility assignment.

* Supervises staff responsible for cleaning and maintenance at assigned playground or park facility.

* Accountable for maintenance as well as general safety at playground or park locations.

* Initiates work order requests and emergency repairs as necessary.

* Maintains inventory of equipment and supplies.

* Maintains a variety of records covering course registration, fees collected on bank accounts, timekeeping/payroll, accidents and other routine reports.

* Schedules, organizes and oversees activities at various athletic meets, leagues and tournaments.

* Schedules and coordinates use of facility by community groups. Ensures that fields and other facilities are properly maintained.

* Works with community and advisory groups to determine recreation and leisure needs, interests and areas for improvement.

* Publicizes playground or park programs and events through a variety of sources.

* Recruits, screens and trains volunteers to assist in playground or park programs.

* Develops and enforces rules and regulations for safety of staff and patrons at playground or park facility.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Training and Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Physical Education, Recreation and Leisure, Social Services, Education, Special Education, Child Development or comparable major and four (4) years of Park and Recreation experience or related field. Alternatively, 20 hours from an accredited college in Recreation, Leisure Studies or Physical Education and at least six (6) years of work experience in Park and Recreation or related field; bachelor's degree preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of athletic, leisure and recreational theories and principles. Effective oral and written communication skills. Recreation and leisure programming skills. Organizational skills. Ability to effectively supervise work of others.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Job duties are to be performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

SEIU Local 73 Career Service EEO: Para-professional FLSA: Non-Exempt

Updated 5/8/2024

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