Job Opportunities

Full - Time Employment Opportunities

Full Time Gymnastics Coach
Responsibilities:
Responsible for teaching preschool and recreation gymnastics classes, evaluate student progress, and co-coach team when needed

Qualifications:
Must have a high school diploma and 1-3 years experience in gymnastics instruction. Applicant must be enthusiastic and be able to work well with and instruct children. Also must possess good leadership, customer service, and communication skills. Must be able to move and lift medium to heavy weight. Upon hiring, must obtain CPR/AED, First Aid and USA Gymnastics Safety certifications

Salary:
$28,000 - $35,000 plus full benefits package

Closing Date:
Open until filled

Contact:
See a complete job description here. To apply, complete an employment interest form and submit to Lisa Lightcap, lisal@oakparkparks.com, HR Coordinator, 218 W. Madison, Oak Park, IL 60302.

denotes employee must be at least 18 years of age to apply

Ridgeland Common Maintenance Worker
Responsibilities:
This position is responsible for performing ice, pool, and facility maintenance and custodial tasks at Ridgeland Common and Rehm Pool. This individual will be responsible for keeping the facilities safe and clean for our staff and guests and will drive a Zamboni.

Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years or older
• High school graduate or comparable work experience
• Knowledge of ice rink equipment and maintenance
• Custodial experience
• A valid Illinois State Drivers License is required and ability to drive a Zamboni (training provided)
• Ability to climb ladders and lift 100 pounds
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
• Must be available nights and weekends
• First Aid and CPR/AED certification (training provided)

Hourly Pay Rate:
Depends on qualifications (DOQ)

Contact:
To apply, complete an employment interest form and submit to Lisa Lightcap, lisal@oakparkparks.com, HR Coordinator, 218 W. Madison, Oak Park, IL 60302.

Preschool/Early Childhood Substitute Teacher
Responsibilities:
Acts as a substitute teacher for the District's preschool and early childhood programs

Qualifications:

• Experience instructing children in a preschool or early childhood education setting
• Available Monday - Friday mornings
• Must be 19 years or older
• High school diploma or GED
• Sixty semester hours or ninety quarter hours from an accredited college or university
• Six semester or nine quarter hours of credits from an accredited college or university related directly to child development from birth to age six

Hourly Pay Rate:
Depends on qualifications (DOQ). Hours vary each week due to the "on call" nature of this position

Contact:
To apply, complete an employment interest form and submit to Lisa Lightcap, lisal@oakparkparks.com, HR Coordinator, 218 W. Madison, Oak Park, IL 60302.

Youth Sports Coaches and Instructor Assistants (seasonal positions - vary by activity**)

Responsibilities:
Instruct preschool, youth and pre-teens in a variety of sports and activities including flag football, soccer, art, dance, floor hockey, skateboarding, basketball and/or inline skating. Please indicate your area of interest on the Employment Interest Form.

Qualifications:

• Formal training or knowledge of the activity
• Previous coaching experience recommended
• Must possess good leadership and communication skills and enjoy teaching children of all ages

Contact:
To apply, complete an employment interest form and submit to Lisa Lightcap, lisal@oakparkparks.com, HR Coordinator, 218 W. Madison, Oak Park, IL 60302.

Facility, Teen Center and Active Sports Area Attendants
Responsibilities:
Responsible for maintaining a positive and safe environment at the Park District community centers by effectively assisting customers, opening and closing the building and communicating Park District rules, regulations and policies to participants, patrons and parents. The Attendant is also responsible for organizing the response to accidents and incidents. The response will include performing required duties or determining if professional help is required

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be a high school graduate or possess a GED
• Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, patrons and participants
• Must be responsible, outgoing, energetic, and demonstrate excellent judgment and problem solving skills
• Must possess First Aid, AED and CPR certification or willingness to obtain within 60 days of being hired
• Work hours will vary by season. During the school year, hours range from 3 to 9 pm Monday through Friday and may include weekend hours during the day and/or evening and may vary weekly. During the summer months, hours may vary between 9 am and 9 pm and may include weekends.  Approximately 10-20 hours per week

Hourly Pay Rate:
Starting at $8 per hour, depends on qualifications (DOQ)

Contact:
To apply, complete an employment interest form and submit to Lisa Lightcap, lisal@oakparkparks.com, HR Coordinator, 218 W. Madison, Oak Park, IL 60302.

Part-Time Gymnastics Coaches
Responsibilities:
Responsible for teaching preschool and recreation gymnastics, coaches up to 30 hours per week

Qualifications:
Experience in gymnastics competition and/or gymnastics instruction is preferred, but we will train the right applicants.  Must possess good leadership and communication skills and enjoy teaching children of all ages.  Upon hire, must obtain CPR/AED, First Aid and USA Gymnastics Safety certifications

Hourly Pay Rate:
Depends on qualifications (DOQ)

Contact:
Submit your cover letter, resume and employment interest form to Lisa Lightcap, 218 W. Madison, Oak Park, IL 60302. For more information about this position, contact Lisa Lightcap at lisal@oakparkparks.com or (708) 725-2028.

CDL Bus Driver
Responsibilities:
Transports individuals for park district programs between the meeting site and the activity site in a 21-person passenger bus. MUST BE 21!

Fitness Instructor
Responsibilities:
Fitness Instructor is a part-time position, responsible for conducting a safe and effective group exercise class(es) for the patrons of the Park District. The position will be responsible for conducting a fun and effective group exercise class including proper warm-up, stretching, cardio, strength training, and cool-down in compliance with District safety rules and procedures. Additional functions may be assigned by the Health & Fitness Supervisor

Qualifications:
Must have previous education or experience in teaching group exercise classes. Current national certification as a group exercise instructor or personal trainer is required. Current first aid and CPR certification. Must be available to teach early and mid morning classes

Hourly Pay Rate:
Starting at $20/hour

Contact:
Complete an employment interest form and submit to Liz Visteen, Health & Fitness Supervisor, 218 W. Madison, Oak Park, IL 60302. For more information call (708) 725-2155 or email lizv@oakparkparks.com.