Intern - Athletics SEA

Status of Employment:

Seasonal, Non-Exempt

Compensation & Benefits:

Expected hiring range $16.00 to $17.00 based on education, experience, and skills.

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Description/Duties:

The Waukegan 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. Candidate must be a college student at 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. Housing is provided for the entire time of the internship on a first come first served basis. Applicant must have personal transportation. Applicants are encouraged to apply early. Essential duties include but are not limited to the following:

* Assist with planning, organization, implementation, and oversight of recreational/general interest programs and special events with an emphasis on youth and adult athletic 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, sponsor ships, 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.