Top 147 Parks recreation Jobs in Buffalo Grove, Il

Clerk/Receptionist
Village of Lincolnwood —Lincolnwood, IL
- $59,426 - $80,226 a year
- Full-time
- Entry level
- Under 1 year
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
5d
Morning Fitness Attendant
Wheeling Park District —Wheeling, IL
- $15.40 - $16.50 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- English
- Ability to climb stairs
Fitness Desk Staff
GLENVIEW PARK DISTRICT —Glenview, IL
- $16 - $18 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Computer literacy
- Computer skills
- Health insurance
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7d
Administrative Assistant Part Time
Palatine Park District —Palatine, IL
- $19 - $21 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- High school diploma or GED
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14d
Superintendent of Parks
Deerfield Park District —Deerfield, IL
- $90,000 - $110,000 a year
- Part-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Bachelor of Science
- CDL
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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23h
Basketball Scorekeepers (Part-Time)
GLENVIEW PARK DISTRICT —Glenview, IL
- From $15.25 an hour
- Part-time
- 16+ years old
- Middle school
- Entry level
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Youth Soccer Instructor Fall Season
Soccer Shots - North Shore Chicago —Des Plaines, IL
- $20 - $25 an hour
- Part-time
- Experience working with children
- Children
- Travel
- Flexible schedule
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Birthday Party Staff (Part-Time)
GLENVIEW PARK DISTRICT —Glenview, IL
- $15 an hour
- Part-time
- Serving
- Experience working with children
- 16+ years old
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Clubhouse Attendant
GLENVIEW PARK DISTRICT —Glenview, IL
- $16 - $18 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- 21 years or older
- Entry level
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Facility Maintenance
Wheeling Park District —Wheeling, IL
- $15 - $17 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
- Health insurance
GCIC Front Desk Staff
GLENVIEW PARK DISTRICT —Glenview, IL
- $17 an hour
- Part-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- High school diploma or GED
- Travel
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10d
Recreation Supervisor - Athletics and Aquatics
VERNON HILLS PARK DISTRICT —Vernon Hills, IL
- $50,000 - $62,500 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- English
7d
Maintenance Worker I - Athletic Fields
GLENVIEW PARK DISTRICT —Glenview, IL
- $25.64 - $34.61 an hour
- Overtime
- 18 years or older
- Heavy equipment operation
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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14d
GCIC Operations Staff (Part-Time)
GLENVIEW PARK DISTRICT —Glenview, IL
- $16 an hour
- Part-time
- 16+ years old
- Cleaning
- Entry level
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Recreation Programs Administrative Assistant, Part-time IMRF (Pension)
PARK RIDGE PARK DISTRICT —Park Ridge, IL
- $20 - $22 an hour
- Part-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- English
Park Ambassador
City of Lake Forest, IL —Lake Forest, IL
- $18 - $22 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Customer service
- Driver's License
Park Associate Landscape
Wheeling Park District —Wheeling, IL
- $19.00 - $19.25 an hour
- Part-time
- Carpentry
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
General Manager of Recreation Programs
PARK DIST OF HIGHLAND PARK —Highland Park, IL
- $77,399.36 - $92,500.00 a year
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- Customer service
- 5 years
- Wellness program
- Paid parental leave
Parks Department Office Assistant – Full Time
BLOOMINGDALE PARK DISTRICT —Bloomingdale, IL
- $21 - $24 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Seasonal Park Maintenance (March through November, $18.00/hour)
Schaumburg Park District —Schaumburg, IL
- $18 an hour
- Overtime
- 18 years or older
- Driver's License
- Outdoor work
- Gym membership
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Clerk/Receptionist

Village of Lincolnwood -
Lincolnwood, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$59,426 - $80,226 a year
5 days ago

Benefits

Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Entry level
Under 1 year

Full Job Description

The Village of Lincolnwood is seeking a Clerk/Receptionist to serve as the primary point of contact for customer support within the Parks and Recreation Department. Lincolnwood is a diverse, welcoming home-rule community of 13,463 residents just north of Chicago, known for its strong sense of community and service-oriented culture. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation, this position provides public-facing assistance to residents, vendors, contractors, and Village staff while ensuring a welcoming experience.

The Parks and Recreation Department consists of six full-time staff members and up to 260 seasonal employees during the summer months. The department oversees the community pool, summer camp, recreational and senior programs, as well as a wide range of additional services for residents. The ideal candidate would demonstrate strong attention to detail, reliable follow-through, and a genuine passion for public service and customer service.

Key Responsibilities

Provides professional assistance by courteously greeting callers and visitors, addressing Parks and Recreation inquiries, responding to resident service requests, documenting concerns, and coordinating with appropriate staff for follow-up and resolution
Receives and processes program registrations and facility rentals, accurately entering all information into Civic Rec, completing applications, collecting payments, preparing required documentation, and ensuring all actions comply with established departmental policies
Prepares correspondence, bills, statements, receipts, checks, or other documents, copying information from one record to another
Receives payments from customers and residents, accurately processes all transactions, and maintains a balanced register on a daily basis
Provides support in planning, organizing, and facilitating community events, and may be assigned to work events on behalf of the department
Attends Park and Recreation Board Meetings monthly and records minutes
Perform other duties as assigned

Education and Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Hours and Compensation

The salary range for this position is $59,426 – $80,226 annually. This position is classified as full-time, non-exempt. All applicants must be able to work 9:00am to 5:00pm., Monday through Friday. The position may occasionally be required to work evening or weekend hours.

The Village of Lincolnwood offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes Blue Cross PPO and High-Deductible Medical Coverage, Delta Dental PPO and HMO plans, life insurance, vision insurance, participation in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF), paid sick, vacation and holidays, along with other benefits. Applicants can find the general description of benefits in the Summary of Benefits Document posted on the website.

How to apply

To apply, please complete the Village's application process located at www.lincolnwoodil.org/employment. The Village will continue to accept applications until Tuesday September 8, 2026. The Village of Lincolnwood is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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parks recreation jobs in buffalo grove, il

Clerk/Receptionist

Morning Fitness Attendant

Fitness Desk Staff

Administrative Assistant Part Time

Superintendent of Parks

Basketball Scorekeepers (Part-Time)

Youth Soccer Instructor Fall Season

Birthday Party Staff (Part-Time)

Clubhouse Attendant

Facility Maintenance

GCIC Front Desk Staff

Recreation Supervisor - Athletics and Aquatics

Maintenance Worker I - Athletic Fields

GCIC Operations Staff (Part-Time)

Recreation Programs Administrative Assistant, Part-time IMRF (Pension)

Park Ambassador

Park Associate Landscape

General Manager of Recreation Programs

Parks Department Office Assistant – Full Time

Seasonal Park Maintenance (March through November, $18.00/hour)

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