Senior Program and Event Coordinator (Athletics) at Chicago Park District

Chicago, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Mar, 26

Salary

79636.21

Posted On

03 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Education And Curriculum Design Principles, Community-Based Programming, Project Management, Budget Management, Project Scheduling, Project Delivery, Interpersonal Skills, Oral Communication Skills, Written Communication Skills, Multitasking, Organization Skills, Planning Skills

Industry

Government Administration

Description

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS: Under supervision, plans, coordinates and oversees special city-wide programs and events bringing programming resources to the parks. Performs related duties as required. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: Oversees, plans and develops special city-wide programs and delivers them to the parks. Determines the tasks of the projects and events and ensures their completion. Meets with individuals from partner organization and Park District field staff to ensure programs and events are completed. Resolves and troubleshoots programs and program issues as they arise. Supports the work of other units to ensure they are meeting their commitment to provide support to the field in the area of programs and events. Works with key individuals to define tasks at hand and time lines of programs and events. Gathers and disseminates information and prepares written documents and reports and executes projects. Responsible for overseeing the entire grantmaking process of the Athletics Department, including identifying funding opportunities, developing and submitting proposals, managing relationships with funders, tracking expenditures, and ensuring guideline compliance. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Training and Experience: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field supplemented by three (3) years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience is required. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of education and curriculum design principles. Ability to understand and implement elements of community-based programming. Ability to manage successfully the design and implementation process for large and complex projects within demanding time and cost constraints. Ability to manage project budget in design and implementation. Ability to manage project schedules. Comprehensive understanding of successful project delivery. Interpersonal, oral and written communication skills. Ability to perform multiple tasks concurrently. Organization and planning skills. 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 accommodations. BENEFITS: As a full-time Chicago Park District employee, 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 in 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. Rate of Pay: $79,636.21 / annually Career Service: Exempt EEO: Paraprofessional FLSA: Exempt

Responsibilities

The Senior Program and Event Coordinator oversees, plans, and develops special city-wide programs and events for the parks. This role includes managing the grantmaking process for the Athletics Department and ensuring successful project delivery.