Job Description

TITLE: Center Director

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS: Under direction, manages the operation of a city-wide Chicago Park District facility providing year-round recreation, sports, cultural, and environmental programs as well as major special events throughout the year. Facility is typically in operation seven (7) days a week, sixteen (16) to twenty (20) hours per day. Supervises all staff assigned to the Center’s operation. Performs related duties as required.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Manages the day-to-day operation of a large facility offering diverse recreational, cultural and environmental activities to community and city resident.
• Develops program objectives, policies and procedures and supervises the staff assigned to the center.
• Fosters working relationships with the community, city-wide and national resources, including community groups, cultural and fine arts organizations, recreational and
• environmental/ecological organizations.
• Promotes use of center facilities.
• Prepares the budget for center operations, grant proposals and financial reports on the status of programs and funds.
• Reviews program operations to ensure they conform to Chicago Park District procedures and budget requirements.
• Maintains records and ensures that personnel, budget and activity reports are accurate and submitted properly.
• Responsible for revenue collection and accounting procedures and for security of monies collected.
• Attends community meetings to discuss program goals and activities and arranges or conducts staff training.
• Oversees the physical maintenance of buildings and grounds.
• Ensures that equipment is maintained, repaired and secure.
• Coordinates police and security services at center, particularly at special events and during
• peak usage.
• Develops and enforces safety regulations.
• Where applicable, issues permit for facility rentals and ensures compliance with contractual agreements.
• Ensures that center facilities are well maintained and where applicable, are available to food caterers contracted by center patrons.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Training and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Recreation Administration, or a related field supplemented by three to five years of progressively responsible experience in a revenue generating recreation or cultural, environmental/ecological facility or an equivalent combination of training and education is required. At least one year in a supervisory or management capacity must be included I the experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated knowledge of business administration principles and practices.
• Working knowledge of facility management methods and techniques.
• Knowledge of fundraising techniques.
• Knowledge of program planning and monitoring theories and methodologies.
• Ability to work constructively with community groups.
• Ability to coordinate the planning, implementation and evaluation phases of programs.
• Ability to develop grant applications and program budgets.
• Skill in evaluating and implementing leisure, recreation, environmental/ecological programs.
• Skill in supervising and evaluating the work of subordinate staff.
• Strong management and organizational skills.
• Good communication skills.
• Skill in preparing narrative and financial reports.

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: $92,753.00/ annually

SEIU Local 73 Career Service EEO: Officials and Administrators FLSA: Non-Exempt