Program And Event Coordinator (Special Recreation Department)

Chicago Park District
  • Chicago, IL
  • $79,277.60 Per Year
5 days ago

Job Description

JobID: 2600439

Category: Full-Time

JobSchedule: Full time

Posted Date: 2026-08-28T19:09:41+00:00

JobShift:

Pay Ranges: 79,277.60

TITLE: Program and Event Coordinator (Special Recreation Department)

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS: Under supervision, coordinates special programs and events to bring programming resources to parks that would otherwise be unavailable. Performs related duties as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Plans and oversees special citywide programs in order to bring programming resources to the parks.
  • Meets with individuals from partner organizations and determines tasks and then ensures their completion.
  • Works with key individuals to define tasks and timeliness, gather and disseminate information and execute projects, programs and events.
  • Prepares reports and promotional materials on special programs.

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.
  • Interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
  • Organization and Planning and 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.

Rate of Pay: $79,277.60/annually

SEIU-Local 73 EEO: Para-Professional FLSA: Exempt

Numbers & Facts

LocationChicago, IL

Skills

  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Community Programsunmatched
  • Event Managementunmatched
  • Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
  • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
  • Project/Program Coordinationunmatched
  • Project/Program Managementunmatched
  • Recreationunmatched
  • Reporting Skillsunmatched
  • Training/Teaching Curriculumunmatched
  • Writing Skillsunmatched

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