Playground Supervisor - Chicago, United States - Chicago Park District
Description
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.
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
Work Locations Adams (George & Adele) 1919 N. Seminary Chicago 60614
Job Recreation Programming
Schedule Full-time
Job Type Standard
Closing Date May 28, 2024, 11:59:00 PM
Budgeted Salary
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