Waukegan Park District · 1 day ago
Intern - Field House SEA
Field House, Sports, Fitness, and Aquatics Center - Waukegan, IL 60085
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$15/hr - $18.52/hr
0+ years expWaukegan Park District is offering a paid internship with housing to students working towards a degree within the field of parks and recreation. The internship will provide a well-rounded experience to an enthusiastic and highly motivated individual.
LeisureParksRecreationSports
Responsibilities
Assist with planning, organization, implementation, and oversight of recreational/general interest programs and special events with an emphasis on fitness center facility management, programs and services
Provide direct leadership and supervision to all assigned recreation programs and services
Provide developmentally appropriate activities that meet the needs and interests of participants
Assist in the development and implementation of long-range plans and strategies
Assist in the development and implementation of goals and objectives specific to area of responsibility. May develop and implement intern project
Assist in evaluating effectiveness and efficiency of programs and services, making recommendations on introduction or deletion of programs and services
Assist in the development and implementation of a marketing strategy for recreation programs, services, and facilities consisting of appropriate pricing and promotional efforts
Assist in the development and implementation of specific program details consistent with recreation marketing strategy
Assist in the recruitment, selection, training, supervision, and evaluation of assigned staff and volunteers. Contract with independent contractors and vendors for programs and services as needed
Assist staff and volunteers in the performance of their duties
Assist in securing alternative funding through grants, sponsorships, and fund raising
Assist in the purchase, distribution and maintenance of proper inventory of all supplies and materials. Turn in appropriate receipts as required
Prepare and maintain management reports and records regarding programs and services
Prepare and submit reports and projects as required by sponsoring university
Assist in scheduling facility rental and program use. Assist with management of facilities as needed
Assist in the preparation of program budgets
Establish a cooperative planning and working relationship with coworkers, parents, community agencies and organizations
Attend pertinent departmental/park district meetings and in-house training sessions
Conduct self-according to the policies and procedures as established by the park district
Participate in park district safety and training program to ensure that work performed and services provided are implemented in a safe manner
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Candidate must be a college student of an accredited university pursuing a Bachelors or Masters degree in Recreation, Leisure Services, Sports Management or a related field
All necessary requirements must be met with respective college or university to be eligible
A valid drivers license is also required
Applicant must have personal transportation
Age: 18 years and older
Education: Registered as a student at a four-year university. Meet university requirements for internship status. Majoring in Recreation Administration, Therapeutic Recreation, Sports Management, Social Work, or related field
Experience: Minimum six (6) months experience in a recreational setting, preferably in a recreation department, school district, social services agency or non-profit organization. May be obtained through a combination of volunteer, seasonal, part time, or temporary positions
Must have completed all university requirements for internship placement
General knowledge of recreation, parks and leisure service field
General knowledge of recreation principles and philosophy within specific area of responsibility
Specific knowledge of recreation programs and services for assigned area of responsibility
Valid driver's license required
Preferred
CPR, AED and First Aid certificate preferred
Benefits
Housing is provided for the entire time of the internship on a first come first served basis.
Company
Waukegan Park District
Waukegan Park District is a recreational facility that provides parks, facilities, and leisure opportunities.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageRecent News
2025-01-02
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