Recreation Supervisor

Riverside Parks and Recreation is seeking an energetic individual for their Recreation Supervisor role. This position will directly oversee and coordinate our Before & After School Program, School Days Off, and Summer Camps. This is to include developing all aspects of responsibilities including but not limited to; creating evaluations for all programs and facilities, packaging, securing, and providing all written and verbal meetings and correspondence with potential organizations. This position will also assist with miscellaneous youth programming and various community Special Events. The Recreation Supervisor will be responsible for production of program newsletters as well as marketing materials for Before & After School, School Days Off and Summer Camp. Recreation Supervisor must demonstrate proficiency in word, processing, and spreadsheets, and possess good public relations skills to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. The Recreation Supervisor must have knowledge of or be willing to learn RecTrac and WebTrac systems.

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Parks & Recreation Management, Education, or related field
• At least 1-2 years’ experience in Parks & Recreation/Youth Programming/Early Education field
• Ability to exercise good judgement when making decisions in regards to staff and programs, in accordance to village policy
• Must pass CPR/First Aid Certification – provided by RPRD
• Must be able to participate in a variety of physical activities requiring energetic enthusiasm
• Demonstrates appropriate behavior at all times.
• Knowledge/experience in an assortment of sports and activities
• Excellent Character, integrity and adaptability.
• Exhibits dependability, punctuality, teamwork, self-control and enthusiasm
• Possesses good leadership abilities and responsibility
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications

Preferred Qualifications

• Valid Driver’s License to assist in transportation of children in village vehicle
• State of Illinois Driver’s Abstract (required if driving a village vehicle)

Hours of Work: Hours vary based on program needs. Typical work-week hours of 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM Monday - Friday. Program hours between 6:15 AM – 6:00 PM may require occasional morning and evening hours. Additional occasional night and weekend hours will be assigned as needed.

Work Location: Quincy Community Center, 43 E. Quincy Street, Riverside, IL, 60546. May have to work in other village locations or within District 96 schools as necessary.

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The Village of Riverside is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are critical to the Village’s success. The Village seeks to recruit the most talented individuals from a diverse candidate pool and strongly encourages applications to be submitted from all genders, all races, all sexual orientations, people with disabilities, and Military Veterans.

Village of Riverside
27 Riverside Road
Riverside, IL 60546

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,453.41 - $72,615.63 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: In person