Top 85 Parks recreation Jobs in Chicago Il

Park Supervisor of Recreation
Chicago Park District —Chicago, IL
- $86,677.44 a year
- Full-time
- 6 years
- Mid-level
- Education
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
2d
Columbus Park Guest Service Attendant
Troon —Chicago, IL
- $17.80 an hour
- Part-time
- Sanitation
- Driver's License
- Communication skills
- Flexible schedule
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Summer Camp Substitute Counselor - Chicago - Lincoln Park
Steve & Kate's Camp —Chicago, IL
- $17.25 - $19.75 an hour
- Seasonal
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Children
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Support Staff - Oak Park Area
West Suburban Special Recreation Association —Oak Park, IL
- $15 - $16 an hour
- Part-time
- Working with individuals with disabilities
- Children
- 16+ years old
- Flexible schedule
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Farmers Market Support
City of Evanston —Evanston, IL
- $17 an hour
- Online Application
- High school diploma or GED
- Criminal background check
- In-person
Program & Event Coordinator (Special Olympics)
Chicago Park District —Chicago, IL
- $79,277.60 a year
- Full-time
- Working with individuals with disabilities
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Paid parental leave
- Parental leave
10d
Maintenance Worker I - Landscaping
GLENVIEW PARK DISTRICT —Glenview, IL
- $24.91 - $27.09 an hour
- Overtime
- 18 years or older
- Heavy equipment operation
- 3 years
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Part-Time Custodian
Village of Villa Park —Villa Park, IL
- From $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Writing skills
- Paid time off
Seasonal Recreation Maintenance - 2026
City of Evanston —Evanston, IL
- From $17 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Clean driving record
- Residential
- High school diploma or GED
Seasonal Park Attendant - 2026
City of Evanston —Evanston, IL
- From $19 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Clean driving record
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Writing skills
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
2d
Park Ranger
Winnetka Park District —Winnetka, IL
- $20 - $23 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Driver's License
- Communication skills
- Disability insurance
- Paid time off
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20h
PARK SUPERVISOR
Norridge Park District —Norridge, IL
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
Birthday Party Staff (Part-Time)
GLENVIEW PARK DISTRICT —Glenview, IL
- $15 an hour
- Part-time
- Serving
- Working with children
- 16+ years old
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Scoreboard and Display Territory Manager, Sports - REMOTE
Watchfire Signs LLC —Chicago, IL
- $60,000 - $175,000 a year
- Remote
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- High school
- AD&D insurance
- Health insurance
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Customer Service Representative Park Center
GLENVIEW PARK DISTRICT —Glenview, IL
- $17 - $19 an hour
- Part-time
- Computer literacy
- Administrative experience
- High school diploma or GED
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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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Mayor’s Summer Youth Employment Program Assistant(MSYEP)
City of Evanston —Evanston, IL
- Seasonal
- Entry level
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 Supervisor - Athletics & General Recreation III
NORTHBROOK PARK DISTRICT —Northbrook, IL
- $57,200 - $73,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Park Supervisor of Recreation

Chicago Park District -
Chicago, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$86,677.44 a year
2 days ago

Benefits

Paid parental leave
Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Pension plan
Parental leave
Vision insurance
Loan forgiveness
Paid sick time

Qualifications

Staff supervision
Team supervision

Full Job Description

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: Park Supervisor of Recreation

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

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervises staff responsible for teaching, coaching and leading recreation and leisure activities.

Plans, develops and supervises athletic and recreation program activities at Park District locations including basketball, baseball, gymnastics, floor hockey and other organized sports.

Coordinates and oversees leisure and cultural program activities including table games, preschool classes, seasonal theme parties as well as music, drama, crafts and art craft instruction.

Plans, promotes and oversees onsite Park District camp programs.

Develops and plans activities, allocates staff, schedules facilities and oversees day-to-day activities of camps.

Supervises staff responsible for maintenance as well as general safety at park locations, initiates work order requests and emergency repairs at park facility and other assigned locations.

Maintains inventory of equipment and supplies at assigned facility.

Maintains variety of records covering course registration fees collected, timekeeping/payroll, accidents and other routine reports.

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

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

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

Publicizes park programs and events through a variety of sources.

Recruits, screens and trains volunteers to assist in various park program activities.

Develops and enforces rules for safety to staff and patrons at park facility.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Training and Experience: Bachelor's degree in Physical Education, Recreation, Leisure Studies, Social Services, Education, Special Education, Child Development or comparable major and six (6) 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 eight (8) 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 the work of others.

BENEFITS: As a full-time Chicago Park District employee in a position covered by the District’s Agreement with SEIU Local 73, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package including:

Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans.

13-20 days of paid vacation time annually (13 days for first year of employment).

12 days of paid sick time annually which carryover year to year.

4 paid personal days per year.

13 paid holidays per year.

12 weeks of paid parental leave (upon meeting FMLA eligibility)

Pension plan through the Park Employees' and Retirement Board Employees' Annuity and Benefit Fund, a system covered by the State of Illinois' Reciprocal Act.

Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan.

Optional pre-tax programs – Transit

Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility.

Free Admission to most Chicago museums.

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 accommodation.

Rate of Pay: $86,677.44/ annually

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

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parks recreation jobs in chicago il

Park Supervisor of Recreation

Columbus Park Guest Service Attendant

Summer Camp Substitute Counselor - Chicago - Lincoln Park

Support Staff - Oak Park Area

Farmers Market Support

Program & Event Coordinator (Special Olympics)

Maintenance Worker I - Landscaping

Part-Time Custodian

Seasonal Recreation Maintenance - 2026

Seasonal Park Attendant - 2026

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

Park Ranger

PARK SUPERVISOR

Birthday Party Staff (Part-Time)

Scoreboard and Display Territory Manager, Sports - REMOTE

Customer Service Representative Park Center

Basketball Scorekeepers (Part-Time)

Mayor’s Summer Youth Employment Program Assistant(MSYEP)

GCIC Operations Staff (Part-Time)

Recreation Supervisor - Athletics & General Recreation III

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