Open Gym Supervisor

JOB SUMMARY: The Open Gym Supervisor will monitor the gymnasium during weeknight and weekend open Gym sessions at the Community Recreation Center (CRC).

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• None

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Actively support the agency's risk management protocol that will effectively control and reduce accidents
• Obey the practical safety rules, regulations and procedures established by the Safety Committee, attend and participate in required safety trainings
• Promptly report all unsafe actions, practices or conditions to the immediate supervisor
• Perform other related duties as assigned, based on agency needs
• Raising and lowering of basketball hoops as needed
• Monitor patrons for proper and safe usage of gymnasium and Park District equipment
• Complete accident/incident reports in their entirety and submit to direct supervisor
• Positively interact with youth, coaches, parents/guardians and team members
• Communicate with other Park District staff (including front desk), supervisors and team leaders as needed
• Actively uphold and contribute to the Wilmette Park District's Comprehensive and Strategic Plan, including its Guiding Principles and Strategic Priorities.
• Actively contribute to the Park District's sustainability goals.

SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Actively support the safety program that will effectively control and reduce accidents.
• Obey the safety rules, regulations, and procedures established by the Wilmette Park District safety program that are pertinent to the activities conducted by the department.
• Become familiar with and follow safety procedures of the Wilmette Park District, including, but not limited to, fire, severe weather, and evacuation procedures.
• Promptly report all unsafe actions, practices, or conditions observed to the immediate supervisor or to the Human Resources/Risk Management department.
• Attend and participate in required safety training.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Must be at least 18 years of age

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to project across a large area using clear and concise language
• Ability to maintain self-control and composure in high-stress and/or difficult situations
• Ability to work independently and to problem-solve

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Must be able to work weeknights and weekends
• Must be able to run back and forth along the length of a basketball court
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. for 25 yards

PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• CPR/First Aid

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• The general work area is outdoors and is subject to seasonal weather conditions.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Outdoor conditions vary by season.

HOURS:

• Fridays, 6:00 – 8:30 PM
• Saturdays, 3:00 – 6:00 PM