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Prairie Lakes Building Supervisor

Des Plaines Park District
Des Plaines, IL Part Time
POSTED ON 4/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/1/2026

ABOUT US: The Des Plaines Park District, established in 1919, features more than 50 parks and facilities. As an Illinois Distinguished Accredited Agency, we service a culturally diverse and growing community with hundreds of affordable recreational and educational programs, classes, and events for kids, teens, adults, and families each season. "Enriching Lives Everyday" is our vision and our constant goal. 

 

JOB IDENTIFICATION

Job Title:         Prairie Lakes Building Supervisor

Grade:             V                                

FLSA:             Non –Exempt, Hours not to exceed 950/year

Department:    Recreation

 

SUPERVISORY RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to:      Assistant Superintendent of Recreation

 

BASIC FUNCTION

The Prairie Lakes Building Supervisor, under the direction of the Assistant Superintendent of Recreation, is responsible for the building supervision, security and safety of Prairie Lakes Community Center during scheduled work hours.  The Prairie Lakes Building Supervisor is responsible for greeting the public, answering questions, room set up and take down, gym attendance, room or event venue cleaning after activities and rentals as needed. This position will also assist other park district employees with any questions or situations that may arise.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

  1. Supervise all facility staff.
  2. Provide exceptional customer service to all patrons when encountering them in the facility, including, greeting with a smile and assisting the general public as they enter the building. 
  3. Uphold all building rules.
  4. Sound understanding of building operational needs.
  5. Complete daily/nightly checklists, to be turned into supervisor.
  6. Check garbage’s inside common areas, bathrooms, gym, fitness center, fitness studio, locker rooms and outside the front of the building.
  7. Ensures cash control policies and procedures are followed and assist with cash out procedures.
  8. Assist Front Desk associates when they are busy or in the event of customer related issues.
  9. Have a general understanding of RecTrac and POS to assist with issues when they arise at the front desk.
  10. Understand all staff positions and be able to fill in as necessary.
  11. Respond to any emergencies and administer first aid or CPR when needed. Complete necessary reports. Direct patrons in the event of an emergency, such as fire, severe weather.
  12. Be aware of all activities scheduled in the building during shift and assist with room set up and breakdowns as necessary.
  13. Regularly check all rooms and restrooms in the building by walking around during entire shift, except when needed at the front desk.
  14. Clean up and empty trash, restock paper products, wipe down surfaces and clean fitness equipment as needed.
  15. Monitor bulletin boards, flyer frames and bins and all other printed materials to make sure that current information is posted and supplies are replenished.
  16. Curtail any misuse of the facility or its equipment.
  17. Secure building at the end of the night.
  18. Understand all staff positions and be able to fill in as necessary.
  19. Report maintenance, disciplinary, complaints, suggestions and special or unusual situations.
  20. Give tours and be able to address inquiries concerning memberships, rentals and other building functions.

 

OTHER DUTIES

  1. Adhere to all safety policies and procedures as outlined in the Employee Manual and Crisis Manual.
  2. Assist program instructors, facility users, other staff and renters with any needs.
  3. During winter months, clear snow from walkways and apply ice melt as needed.
  4. Additional duties as assigned.

 

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Education:                   High School Education or equivalent (GED)

Experience:                 Must be 18 yrs or older.

Certifications:             CPR and First Aid Certified within 3 months, Classes available through Park District upon hire

 

PERKS & BENEFITS: PART TIME STAFF

  • All recreational facilities at no charge during active employment, discounts for dependents
  • A free individual outdoor pool pass to three aquatic facilities, or family pass at 50% discount
  • A free annual or monthly fitness center and/or indoor aquatic center pass
  • Rent meeting/party spaces at 50% discount
  • No charge for general programs/pre-registration (some exclusions apply)
  • Contractual classes/programs at a discounted rate
  • All golf facilities at no charge including Golf Center Golf Course, Lake Park, and Mountain View Adventure Center

Des Plaines Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Des Plaines Park District ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. If you need any special accommodations, please contact Human Resources at the Park District at 847-391-5099 or email at lester.caramba@dpparks.org so that we may make the necessary arrangements for you.

Salary : $16

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