Parks Specialist II (Mowing)

WHO WE ARE: The Elmhurst Park District, established in 1920 and located 16 miles west of Chicago, provides parks, recreation facilities and programs to meet our mission of enriching lives while having fun! We serve residents of the Elmhurst community as well as residents of neighboring towns! Join our team and be part of an organization that values being community focused, providing customer service excellence, working with integrity, and having fun! We are looking for someone who will help us achieve our vision of becoming a national leader in providing parks and recreation experiences to our community.

We have an exciting full-time job opportunity as PARKS SPECIALIST II. 
 
WHAT YOU’LL DO: In this role you will play an important part in maintaining, repairing and renovating District grounds, growing facilities, trails, athletic fields, and facilities. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Provide proper turf care including mowing, edging, trimming, fertilizing, aerating, seeding, irrigating, and seasonal cleanup

Provide snow and ice removal from parking lots, sidewalks, and pathways

Provide proper tree and shrub care including planting, watering, pruning, mulching, removal, and chipping

Apply pesticides for weed control

Empty trash receptacles and collect litter

Provide general park and facility maintenance and repairs as needed (cleanups, custodial, installations, etc.)

Maintain walks, lots, and trail surfaces

Assist with athletic field maintenance

Perform and/or report the need for preventative maintenance, repairs, and cleaning of equipment and rolling stock

Keep all tools and equipment clean, properly stored and in working order

Train and supervise seasonal staff

WHAT YOU’LL BRING:

High school or trade school diploma or equivalent with 3 years of experience in parks maintenance or similar field

A State of Illinois Pesticide Operator’s License and Class “C” driver’s license are required within 6 months of hire.

WHEN YOU’LL WORK:

Monday through Friday from 6:30am-3:00pm with overtime for emergencies, special events, and snow removal. 

WHAT YOU’LL GET:

For internal equity and budgetary considerations, the anticipated starting pay for this non-exempt role is set at $45,516/year.

This position is classified under Pay Grade 2, with a salary range of $45,516 to $63,723. 

In exchange for your time and talent, we offer a generous benefit package, including:

Defined contribution medical insurance plan (5 plan options)

Dental insurance plan

Vision insurance plan

District paid life insurance

Participation in IMRF (retirement, disability, death benefits)

Vacation days, personal days, sick leave and 9 paid holidays!

Sick bank leave, paid parental leave and paid bereavement leave

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Two deferred compensation programs (VOYA & Nationwide)

Voluntary Supplemental insurance coverage for short-term disability, accident, hospitalization

Flexible spending accounts for unreimbursed medical and dependent care

Free family Courts Plus Membership and Pool Passes!

Free/discounted District programs, merchandise and concessions

Educational assistance/tuition reimbursement

Professional organizational membership

Values Recognition Program

Service Awards Program

Employee social activities

Credit Union (Central Credit Union of Illinois)

 
* The Elmhurst Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process may contact the Division Manager - Human Resources & Risk at [email protected].*

For more information about the Elmhurst Park District, please visit epd.org!!

Additional Legal Statements

Elmhurst Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Elmhurst Park District ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Elmhurst Park District has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources.

The district is required by state statute (70 ILCS 1205/8-23) to obtain criminal conviction information concerning applicants, and shall perform a criminal background check for applicants for all positions, including the position for which you have applied. Applicants are not obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of convictions. Conviction of offenses enumerated in subsection (c) of said statute shall automatically disqualify the applicant from consideration for working for the district. All other convictions shall not automatically disqualify the applicant from consideration, but rather, the conviction will be considered in relationship to the specific job.