Openings as of 4/27/2025

Farmers Market Support

JobID: 1188

Position Type:
  Parks and Recreation


Date Posted:
  3/3/2025


Location:
  Various Locations


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Scheduled Hours: Saturdays 6:30am – 2:00pm, additional hours and shifts maybe required.

Pay Range: $17 per hour
 
NATURE OF WORK:
This seasonal position will be on-site at the Downtown Evanston Farmers Market on Saturdays from May – November 2024. Under the direction of the Farmers Market Manager this position provides administrative support for the Link Match Program. The Farmers Market Support contributes to the administration, compliance and reporting obligations for the Link Match Program. Additionally, occasional support with other market needs may be required.
 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Specific assignment will include some or all of the following):
• Assists with market set up and breaks down. Maintains the market items and communicates any needs in regard to those materials.
• Communicates with customers about the Illinois Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) cards, and EBT/Link Match Program.
• Processes customer purchases using EBT/Link transactions, and tracks customer usage data.
• Adheres to and communicates to market attendees about the market policies and procedures for the Link Match Program.
• Supports the implementation of other market activities, including special events.
• Communicates to market attendees in the absence of the manager.
• Performs other duties as assigned
 
 
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS OF WORK:
 
• Must possess at least one (1) year of work experience with retail, a farmers market, special event coordination or similar field
• Must possess a high school diploma, GED, or higher
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagrammatic form; to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in or from standardized situations.
• Must be willing and able to work on Saturdays during the market season.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, and the public.
• Ability to greet and communicate with the public in a courteous and professional manner.
 
 
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF WORK: 
 
Work is performed both inside and outside with possible exposure to extreme temperatures.  Work may require frequent walking.
 
Ability to work in confined spaces and to work safely around operating equipment.
 
Ability to exert up to 75 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly in order to move objects
 
Ability to work outdoors, occasionally, in a variety of weather conditions such as extreme cold, high winds, rain, snow, sleet, high temperatures and humidity.
 
Ability to perform heavy manual labor including, but not limited to, lifting heavy objects, climbing, sitting or standing for long periods of time; bend, crawl, identify or distinguish colors, recognize depth of objects, focus on small or distant objects, talk and hear.
 
 
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
 
SUPERVISION:
Work is performed under the general direction/supervision of the Farmers Market Manager or designee. The employee receives projects and assignments which will vary from season to season and day to day.  Assignments can be either verbal, written or through email, phone call or text message with the employee determining proper procedure and work methods and is responsible for completing the work according to City work rules and safety regulations.  Work is reviewed through ongoing observation, written and verbal communication, meetings, and feedback from supervisors and other department employees.  Guidance is provided through rules and regulations, policies and procedures, Unified Work Rules, Union Contract, Personnel Rules and OSHA. Work is evaluated at least annually for the safe and skilled operation of equipment, quality of tasks, adherence to work rules, and performance in accordance with classification standards.
 
 
 
PUBLIC CONTACT:
The employee has regular contact with the general public as well as other City employees to answer general questions. Under the guidance of the Farmers Market Manager, the employee may need to respond to questions and complaints and provide general direction to the public; the employee has regular contact with other City employees in order to share information and complete work assignments and programming initiatives.
 
           
SELECTION METHOD	TYPE OF ELIGIBILITY LIST	LIFE OF ELIGIBILITY LIST
Structured Oral Interview
 
 
 
 
To apply for this position, please apply online at www.cityofevanston.org on or before the closing date.
 
Chosen candidates will be required to provide proof of licenses, certifications, and education required for this position.  Candidates will also be subject to qualifying pre-employment processes, including medical examination, drug/alcohol screen, employment verification, and criminal background check.
 
The City of Evanston is an equal opportunity employer and ensures against discrimination in employment on the basis of a person’s race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, military discharge status, source of income, housing status, or gender identity.  The City of Evanston is also committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities.  Any person needing mobility or communications access assistance should contact the Facilities Management Office at 847-866-2916 (voice) or 847-448-8052 (TTY).
 
 




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Openings as of 4/27/2025

Food Service Program Concessions Attendant

JobID: 981

Position Type:
  Parks, Recreation & Community Services - Seasonal


Date Posted:
  4/2/2024


Location:
  Various Locations


Date Available:
  TBD


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Salary Range: $17/hour
*Starting salary is dependent upon qualifications, but in most cases is no higher than the midpoint for the range.
 
NATURE OF WORK:
The concession attendant is responsible for the safe and efficient food service at the City of Evanston’s Department of Parks & Recreation concession facilities. Work includes food preparation and service,
customer relations, processing cash and/or credit card transactions, product inventory and maintaining a clean facility.
 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Specific assignment will include some or all of the following):
• Ability to provide efficient and friendly customer service in a fast-paced environment.
• Safely operate food and beverage equipment according to operations manual and guidelines.
• Handle, prepare and serve concession foods according to Illinois Department of Health Food Safety Standards.
• Process orders and serve food and beverages to customers.
• Maintain a clean and organized serving and eating area.
• Monitor shift inventory and resupply accordingly.
• Follow beginning and end of shift procedures including set-up and breakdown, inventory check,resupply, equipment checks and cleaning.  
 
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS OF WORK:
• Must be 15 years of age (with a valid work permit) or older.
• Illinois Food Handler’s Certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment).
• Must be willing and able to obtain a CPR & First Aid Certification within 3 months of
  employment.
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule, at multiple locations, including mornings, days,
  evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Knowledge, skills, and abilities in the following areas:
  • Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
  • Ability to communicate courteously and effectively with the public and fellow
    employees.
  • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to read, understand, and apply instructions for the safe and sanitary operation of
    kitchen equipment.
 
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF WORK: 
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
 
SUPERVISION:
Work is performed under the general direction of the Food Service Program Coordinator and the Department of Parks and Recreation. Assignments can be either verbal or written, with the employee
determining proper procedure and work methods and is responsible for completing the work according to City work rule and safety regulations. Work is reviewed through ongoing observation,
written and verbal communication, meetings and feedback from supervisors and other department employees. Guidance is provided through rules and regulations, policies and procedures, Personnel
Rules and OSHA. Work is evaluated at least once per year for the safe and skilled operation of equipment, quality of tasks, adherence to work rules, and performance in accordance with
classification standards. Department Coordinators are responsible for site inspections, ongoing observations, and written and verbal communication.
 
PUBLIC CONTACT:
The employee has contact with the general public using parks and recreation facilities. The employee may need to respond to questions and complaints and provide general direction to the public.  
           
SELECTION METHOD

Structured Oral Interview
 
 
 
 
To apply for this position, please apply online at www.cityofevanston.org on or before the closing date. Only online applications will be considered.

Chosen candidates will be required to provide proof of licenses, certifications, and education required for this position.  Candidates will also be subject to qualifying pre-employment processes, including medical examination, drug/alcohol screen, employment verification, and criminal background check.

The City of Evanston is an equal opportunity employer and ensures against discrimination in employment on the basis of a person’s race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, military discharge status, source of income, housing status, or gender identity.  The City of Evanston is also committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities.  Any person needing mobility or communications access assistance should contact Human Resources at 847-448-8204 or 847-866-5095 (TTY).
 
                                   
 




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Food Service Program Concessions Location Supervisor

JobID: 982

Position Type:
  Parks, Recreation & Community Services - Seasonal


Date Posted:
  4/2/2024


Location:
  Various Locations


Date Available:
  TBD


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Pay Grade/Range: Seasonal: $22/hour
 
NATURE OF WORK:
The concessions location supervisor is responsible for the safe and efficient food service at one or more concession stands at Robert Crown, Clark Street Beach, James Park, Arrington Lagoon or South End. Work includes food preparation and service, customer relations, processing cash and/or credit card transactions. Supervisory responsibilities include inventory control, ordering, staff supervision, scheduling and overseeing maintenance and cleaning schedules.
 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Specific assignment will include some or all of the following):
• Ability to provide efficient and friendly customer service in a fast-paced environment.
• Safely operate food and beverage equipment according to operations manual and guidelines.
• Handle, prepare and serve concession foods according to Illinois Department of Health Food Safety Standards.
• Process orders and serve food and beverages to customers.
• Maintain a clean and organized serving and eating area.
• Monitor shift inventory and resupply accordingly.
• Follow beginning and end of shift procedures including set-up and breakdown, inventory check,resupply, equipment checks and cleaning.  
• Communicate and administer department policies to concessions employees.
 
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS OF WORK:
• Must be 15 years of age (with a valid work permit) or older.
• Illinois Food Handler’s Certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment).
• Must be willing and able to obtain a CPR & First Aid Certification within 3 months of
  employment.
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule, at multiple locations, including mornings, days,
  evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Knowledge, skills, and abilities in the following areas:
  • Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
  • Ability to communicate courteously and effectively with the public and fellow
    employees.
  • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to read, understand, and apply instructions for the safe and sanitary operation of
    kitchen equipment.
 
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF WORK: 
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
 
SUPERVISION:
Work is performed under the general direction of the Food Service Program Coordinator and the Department of Parks and Recreation. Assignments can be either verbal or written, with the employee
determining proper procedure and work methods and is responsible for completing the work according to City work rule and safety regulations. Work is reviewed through ongoing observation,
written and verbal communication, meetings and feedback from supervisors and other department employees. Guidance is provided through rules and regulations, policies and procedures, Personnel
Rules and OSHA. Work is evaluated at least once per year for the safe and skilled operation of equipment, quality of tasks, adherence to work rules, and performance in accordance with
classification standards. Department Coordinators are responsible for site inspections, ongoing observations, and written and verbal communication.
 
PUBLIC CONTACT:
The employee has contact with the general public using parks and recreation facilities. The employee may need to respond to questions and complaints and provide general direction to the public.  
           
SELECTION METHOD

Structured Oral Interview
 
 
 
 
To apply for this position, please apply online at www.cityofevanston.org on or before the closing date. Only online applications will be considered.

Chosen candidates will be required to provide proof of licenses, certifications, and education required for this position.  Candidates will also be subject to qualifying pre-employment processes, including medical examination, drug/alcohol screen, employment verification, and criminal background check.

The City of Evanston is an equal opportunity employer and ensures against discrimination in employment on the basis of a person’s race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, military discharge status, source of income, housing status, or gender identity.  The City of Evanston is also committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities.  Any person needing mobility or communications access assistance should contact Human Resources at 847-448-8204 or 847-866-5095 (TTY).
 
                                   
 




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Weekend Gymnastics Instructor - 2024

JobID: 986

Position Type:
  Parks, Recreation & Community Services - Seasonal


Date Posted:
  4/11/2024


Location:
  Various Locations


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TITLE:                    Gymnastics Instructor
DEPARTMENT:       Parks and Recreation
LOCATIONS:            South End Community Center and Chandler-Newberger Community, Evanston, IL
DATES:                  Varies
PAY RATE:             Starting at $17.05/hr
                                       
General Task Statement:
The City of Evanston Gymnastics Program offers instructional classes to children ages 18 months to 14 years. The Gymnastics Instructor is responsible for coaching children ages 3.5 - 13 years old in preschool, beginning I & II, and/or advanced beginning in small group settings, according to the provided weekly lesson plans. Opportunities to coach private lessons and birthday parties are available.
 
Supervision:
This position reports to the Gymnastics Program Coordinator and Lakefront and Ahtletics Division Manager
 
Qualifications:
• Must possess previous experience in gymnastics, tumbling, or dance.
• Previous experience working with children in group settings preferred.
• Experience coaching gymnastics preferred.
 
Essential Function(s) – Task Statements:
• Attend staff training sessions
• Be positive, patient, and engaging
• Responsible for the safety of participants
• Instruct and facilitate program activities for participants, according to weekly lesson plans
• Assist with program set up as needed
• Maintain open communication with the Program Supervisor/Coordinator, other staff, and Family/Guardian/Caregiver with information concerning programming, families, and/or participants
• Report participant progress and behavior within program setting to parents/Supervisor
• Ensure all participants are properly dismissed to caregiver
• Communicate to supervisor(s) if there are problems or issues needing special attention
• Responsible for care and maintenance equipment and storage areas.
• Complete written reports such as accident, incident and the like on a timely manner
• Performs other duties as assigned by camp director, camp assistant directors or program manager
 
Schedule:
• Schedule is flexible
• Classes offered weekday afternoons / evenings and weekends all day.
 
Specifications:
 
1. Minimum Reasoning ability usually associated with this classification:
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagrammatic form; to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in or from standardized situations.
 
2. Minimum Language ability usually associated with this classification:
Read:  Ability to read staff manuals, memoranda, and attendance sheets.
Write:  Ability to complete attendance sheets, accident reports, incident reports and camper behavior reports using prescribed format and conforming to all rules of punctuation, grammar, and style.
Speak:  Ability to give verbal direction to subordinates, communicate effectively with co-workers, supervisors, citizens, and the public as well as other employers; speaking extemporaneously on a variety of subjects.
 
3. Amount of training, either on-the-job or formal education, usually associated with this occupation in addition to the reasoning, math and language abilities detailed above:
 
1. At least 1 year experience working with children
2. At least 1 year experience participating in team or club sports
 
4. Degree of Physical Demands (strength) usually associated with the essential functions of this classification:
Light work:  Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.  Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work.  Light work usually requires walking or standing to a significant degree.  However, if the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for sedentary work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work.
 
5. Type of physical demands usually associated with the essential functions of this classification:
Reaching:    extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction
Handling:     seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with
hands. 
Talking:       Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. 
Hearing:       perceiving the nature of sounds.
Feeling:        perceiving attributes of objects such as size, shape, temperature or texture.
Tasting/Smelling:  Distinguishing, with a degree of accuracy, differences or similarities in intensity or quality of flavors and/or odors, or recognizing particular flavors and/or odors, using tongue and/or nose.
Climbing:     Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, ramps, embankments, and the like using feet and legs and/or hands and arms.
Balancing:   Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching, or running on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces.
Stooping:     Bending body downward or forward by bending spine at the waist.
Kneeling:     Bending legs at knees to come to a rest on knee(s)
Crouching:   Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg(s) and spine.
Crawling:     Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet
Seeing:        The ability to perceive the nature of objects by the eye.  The important aspects of vision are:
1. acuity-far:  clarity of vision at 20 feet or more
2. acuity-near:  clarity of vision at 20 inches or less
3. depth perception:  ability to judge distance and space relationships so as to see objects where and as they actually are
4. field of vision- observing an area that can be seen up and in a given point
5. accommodation- adjustment of the lens of the eyes to bring an object into a sharp focus, especially important when doing near-point work at varying distances from the eye
6. color vision- ability to identify and distinguish colors
 
6. Working conditions usually associated with this classification:
The worker is subject to working on feet while conduction programs.  Occasional heavy lifting of program equipment may be necessary.
 
7. Environmental conditions (physical surroundings) usually associated with this classification:
Work environment includes recreation centers, gymnasiums, multipurpose rooms, kitchens, swimming pools, athletic fields, parks, playgrounds, office space, conference rooms, beaches, and field trip sites.
 
8. Environmental conditions (hazards) usually associated with this classification:
The worker is subject to inside environmental conditions approximately 25% of the time and outside work 75% of the time, no effective protection from the weather conditions or temperature changes.
 
9. Machines, Tools, equipment, and work aids which may be representative, but not all-inclusive, of those commonly associated with this type of work:
 
1. pen, pencil, ruler, blueprints, charts, contracts, diagrams, directives, documents, forms, manuals, publications, reference books, schedules, and specifications.
 
Application Procedure:

To apply for this position, please apply online at www.cityofevanston.org on or before the closing date.
 
Chosen candidates will be required to provide proof of licenses, certifications, and education required for this position. Candidates will also be subject to qualifying pre-employment processes, including medical examination, drug/alcohol screen, employment verification, and criminal background check.
 
The City of Evanston is an equal opportunity employer and ensures against discrimination in employment on the basis of a person’s race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, military discharge status, source of income, housing status, or gender identity. The City of Evanston is also committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. Any person needing mobility or communications access assistance should contact Human Resources at 847-448-8204 (voice) or 847-448-8052 (TTY).
 
 




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Accessible Recreation Program Leader

JobID: 1062

Position Type:
  Parks, Recreation & Community Services - Seasonal


Date Posted:
  8/13/2024


Location:
  Various Locations


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Accessible Recreation Program Leader - Job Description
 
Position Type:
Parks, Recreation & Community Services - Seasonal
 
Date Posted:
August 13, 2024

Location:
Various locations
 
Description:
The Accessible Recreation Program Leader is responsible for the supervision and safety of children, teens, and adults with various types of disabilities. Provides individualized support and assistance to enable successful recreation participation. Plans, implements, and evaluates Accessible Recreation programs as assigned. Supervises Accessible Recreation Assistants and volunteers. 

Qualifications:
 
• Must be 18 years of age or older

• Must have at least 2 years of experience working with individuals with disabilities and demonstrate knowledge of various kinds of disabilities

• Must be highly motivated and enthusiastic in order to provide quality experiences for our participants
 
• Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check and drug/alcohol screen

• CPR and First Aid certification required

• NCI (Non-violent Crisis Intervention) certification required
 
Essential Functions:
 
• Supervise individuals with disabilities including implementing behavior management plans and NCI (Non-violent Crisis Intervention) techniques

• Be responsible for the safety of individuals in the program, including providing emergency care, First Aid, and distributing medications per caregiver’s instructions/City Medication Policy 

• Demonstrate good safety awareness, problem-solving ability, and judgment

• Follow all City policies and procedures

• Provide guidance and supervision to Accessible Recreation Assistants and program volunteers

• Maintain effective and open communication with Program Coordinator/leader and other staff with information concerning participants’ needs, progress, or situations related to programming

• Maintain effective and appropriate communication to caregivers regarding participants within the program setting

• Provide individualized support as needed to ensure participants’ successful participation in activities

• Provide personal assistance to individuals with disabilities as needed, including assistance with transferring, eating, toileting, etc.

• Plan and prepare program activities for participants based on their unique abilities, needs, and interests

• Enthusiastically lead and participate in activities

• Maintain a professional attitude with participants, families, other staff, and community members

• Supervise participants’ arrival to the program and departure from the program

• Complete availability forms, incident forms, and other materials as needed, in a timely manner

• Attend mandatory trainings
 
 Marginal Functions:
 
• Maintain own schedule and submit electronic timesheets in a timely manner, as guided by the City payroll schedule

• Lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying items weighing 20-50 pounds with mechanical assistance or team lift

• Maintain program facilities in a neat and orderly manner

• Purchase supplies for program under the direction of the Program Coordinator

• Gather, load, transport, and set up equipment

• Basic computer skills

• Sign language skills preferred

• Perform other duties as assigned by Program Coordinator/leader
   
 
Rate: 
Starting at $23.75/hour
 
Schedule:
This is a seasonal position that includes a varying number of consecutive weeks (typically 8-10/season) during the fall, winter, spring, and/or summer. A predetermined schedule, including planning and preparation hours, based on staff availability and interest will be provided in the form of a seasonal assignment prior to the season beginning. Total hours per season varies based on assignment.
 
Supervision:
This position receives supervision support from the Accessible Recreation Program Coordinator, Inclusion Coordinator, and/or the Inclusion & Accessibility Division Manager

Selection Procedure:
Structured Oral Interview

To apply for this position, please apply online at www.cityofevanston.org on or before the closing date.

Chosen candidates will be required to provide proof of licenses, certifications, and education required for this position.  Candidates will also be subject to qualifying pre-employment processes drug/alcohol screen, employment verification, and criminal background check.

The City of Evanston is an equal opportunity employer and ensures against discrimination in employment on the basis of a person’s race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, military discharge status, source of income, housing status, or gender identity. The City of Evanston is committed to making all public meetings accessible to persons with disabilities.  Any citizen needing mobility or communications access assistance should contact the Human Resources Office at 847-448-8204 (voice) or 847-866-5095 (TTY).


 




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Accessible Recreation Assistant

JobID: 1063

Position Type:
  Parks, Recreation & Community Services - Seasonal


Date Posted:
  8/13/2024


Location:
  Various Locations


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Accessible Recreation Assistant - Job Description

Position Type:
Parks, Recreation & Community Services - Seasonal
 
Date Posted:
August 13, 2024
 
Location:
Various locations
 
Description:
The Accessible Recreation Assistant is responsible for assisting with the supervision and safety of children, teens, and adults with various types of disabilities. Provides individualized support and assistance with the organization and implementation of activities to enable successful recreation participation.

Qualifications:
 
• Must be 16 years of age or older

• Must be highly motivated and enthusiastic in order to provide quality experiences for our participants
 
• Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check and drug/alcohol screen

• CPR and First Aid certification required 

• NCI (Non-violent Crisis Intervention) certification required 
   
 
Essential Functions:
 
• Assist with supervision and safety of individuals with disabilities including implementing behavior management plans and NCI (Non-violent Crisis Intervention) techniques and First Aid, once certified

• Demonstrate good safety awareness and judgment

• Maintain effective and open communication with Program Coordinator/leader and other staff with information concerning participants’ needs, progress, or situations related to programming

• Provide individualized support as needed to ensure participants’ successful participation in activities

• Provide personal assistance to individuals with disabilities as needed, including assistance with transferring, eating, toileting, etc.

• Must be able to follow directions, policies, and procedures

• Enthusiastically implement and participate in activities

• Maintain a professional attitude with participants, families, other staff, and community members

• Attend mandatory trainings
   
 
Marginal Functions:
 
• Complete availability forms, documentation, and other materials as needed, in a timely manner

• Maintain own schedule and submit electronic timesheets in a timely manner, as guided by the City payroll schedule

• Lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying items weighing 20-50 pounds with mechanical assistance or team lift

• Maintain program facilities in a neat and orderly manner

• Gather, load, transport and set up equipment

• Perform other duties as assigned by Program Coordinator/leader
   
 
Rate:
Starting at $16.75/hour
 
 
Schedule:
This is a seasonal position that includes a varying number of consecutive weeks (typically 8-10/season) during the fall, winter, spring, and/or summer. A predetermined schedule based on staff availability and interest will be provided in the form of a seasonal assignment prior to the season beginning. Total hours per season varies based on assignment.
 
Supervision:
This position receives supervision support from the Accessible Recreation Program Coordinator, Inclusion Coordinator, and/or the Inclusion & Accessibility Division Manager

Selection Procedure:
Structured Oral Interview

To apply for this position, please apply online at www.cityofevanston.org on or before the closing date.

Chosen candidates will be required to provide proof of licenses, certifications, and education required for this position.  Candidates will also be subject to qualifying pre-employment processes drug/alcohol screen, employment verification, and criminal background check.

The City of Evanston is an equal opportunity employer and ensures against discrimination in employment on the basis of a person’s race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, military discharge status, source of income, housing status, or gender identity. The City of Evanston is committed to making all public meetings accessible to persons with disabilities.  Any citizen needing mobility or communications access assistance should contact the Human Resources Office at 847-448-8204 (voice) or 847-866-5095 (TTY).


 




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Inclusion Assistant

JobID: 1064

Position Type:
  Parks, Recreation & Community Services - Seasonal


Date Posted:
  8/13/2024


Location:
  Various Locations


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Inclusion Assistant - Job Description
 
Position Type:
Parks, Recreation & Community Services - Seasonal
 
Location:
Various locations

Description:
The Inclusion Assistant in conjunction with their supervisor is responsible for the supervision and safety of children, teens, or adults with various types of disabilities within the City’s Parks and Recreation programming. Provides individualized support and assistance with guidance and resources provided by the Inclusion Coordinator. Assists with the organization and implementation of activities to enable successful recreation participation.
 

Qualifications:
 
• Must be 16 years of age or older

• Demonstrate knowledge of various kinds of disabilities

• Must be highly motivated and enthusiastic in order to provide quality experiences for our participants
 
• Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check and drug/alcohol screen

• CPR and First Aid certification required 

• NCI (Non-violent Crisis Intervention) certification required
 

Essential Functions:
 
• Provide supervision and safety for individuals with disabilities including implementing behavior management plans and NCI (Non-violent Crisis Intervention) techniques, if certified

• Responsible for the health and welfare of individuals during programs including monitoring distribution and/or administration of medications per caregiver’s instructions/City Medication Policy and seeking clarification of these instructions if necessary

• Provide First Aid as needed

• Demonstrate good safety awareness and judgment, report any unsafe conditions or situations to the Inclusion Coordinator and instructor

• Be a good role model

• Maintain effective and open communication with Inclusion Coordinator, instructors, and other staff with information concerning participants’ needs, progress, or situations related to programming

• Actively and responsibly provide individualized support as needed to ensure participants’ successful participation in activities

• Provide personal assistance to individuals with disabilities as needed, including assistance with transferring, eating, toileting, etc.

• Must be able to follow directions, policies, and procedures

• Enthusiastically participate in activities

• Maintain a professional attitude with participants, families, other staff, and community members

• Attend mandatory staff meetings and trainings
   
 
Marginal Functions:
 
• Complete availability forms, documentation, and other materials as needed, in a timely manner

• Maintain own schedule and submit electronic timesheets in a timely manner, as guided by the City payroll schedule

• Lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying items weighing 20-50 pounds with mechanical assistance or team lift

• Maintain program facilities in a neat and orderly manner

• Assist with set up and clean up of activities

• Prefer basic sign language skills

• Perform other duties as assigned by Inclusion Coordinator and/or instructors
   
 
Rate:
Starting at $17.75/ hour
 
 
Schedule:
This is a seasonal position that includes a varying number of consecutive weeks (typically 8-10/season) during the fall, winter, spring, and/or summer. A predetermined schedule based on staff availability and interest will be provided in the form of a seasonal assignment prior to the season beginning. Total hours per season varies based on assignment.
 
 
Supervision:
This position receives supervision support from the Inclusion Coordinator and/or the Inclusion & Accessibility Division Manager
 

Selection Procedure:
Structured Oral Interview

To apply for this position, please apply online at www.cityofevanston.org on or before the closing date.

Chosen candidates will be required to provide proof of licenses, certifications, and education required for this position.  Candidates will also be subject to qualifying pre-employment processes drug/alcohol screen, employment verification, and criminal background check.

The City of Evanston is an equal opportunity employer and ensures against discrimination in employment on the basis of a person’s race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, military discharge status, source of income, housing status, or gender identity. The City of Evanston is committed to making all public meetings accessible to persons with disabilities.  Any citizen needing mobility or communications access assistance should contact the Human Resources Office at 847-448-8204 (voice) or 847-866-5095 (TTY).


 




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Openings as of 4/27/2025

Recreation Attendant

JobID: 1088

Position Type:
  Parks, Recreation & Community Services - Seasonal


Date Posted:
  9/10/2024


Location:
  Various Locations


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Recreation Attendant - Job Description

Position Type:
Parks, Recreation & Community Services - Seasonal
 
Date Posted:
September 10, 2024
 
Location:
South End Community Center

Hours and days for this position will vary depending on assignment.
 
 
Nature of Work:
This position performs work under the direction of the South End Program Coordinator or designee. Work includes oversight of recreation programming at South End Community Center including the drop in play space, open gym times, and others. Tasks include setting up and breaking down of items in programming spaces and periodically resetting the items for participant use, cleaning programming areas, and completion of safety checks for spaces and equipment. The Recreation Attendant is expected to engage with participants and provide a safe, beneficial experience. Staff must use all equipment safely and ensure participants are also using the items safely. Recreation Attendants may be assigned hours at other community centers based on the needs of the department.

Qualifications:
 
• Must be 16 years of age or older
• Must have a strong level of safety awareness??
• Must be highly motivated and enthusiastic in order to contribute to quality experiences for our customers
• Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check and drug/alcohol screen
 
Essential Functions:
 
• Ensure safe use of programming spaces and equipment
• Set up and break down recreation items
• ?Maintain, organize, and clean the recreational items within the community center
• Oversee the use of programming spaces
• Ensure that programming spaces are clean and orderly
• Provide excellent customer service and engagement with customers
• Apply instructions for the safe operation of programming and equipment
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, and the public
• Complete and submit all required paperwork in an accurate and timely fashion (i.e. timesheets, incident reports, daily work logs, etc.)
• Submit work order requests for identified repairs needed
• Perform other duties as assigned
 
Rate:
Starting at $17.00/hour
 
Schedule:
This is a seasonal position that includes a varying number of weeks during the fall, winter, spring, and/or summer. A predetermined schedule based on programming needs will be provided prior to the season beginning. Total hours per season varies based on assignment.

Selection Procedure:
Structured Oral Interview

To apply for this position, please apply online at www.cityofevanston.org on or before the closing date.

Chosen candidates will be required to provide proof of licenses, certifications, and education required for this position.  Candidates will also be subject to qualifying pre-employment processes drug/alcohol screen, employment verification, and criminal background check.

The City of Evanston is an equal opportunity employer and ensures against discrimination in employment on the basis of a person’s race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, military discharge status, source of income, housing status, or gender identity. The City of Evanston is committed to making all public meetings accessible to persons with disabilities.  Any citizen needing mobility or communications access assistance should contact the Human Resources Office at 847-448-8204 (voice) or 847-866-5095 (TTY).


 




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