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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF PARKS AND RECREATION . . .
needed to assist the Director of Parks in the general operation of the Park District, to organize and be responsible for a lighted school program and summer playground program. 609 acres of highly developed parks, including two 18 hole golf courses in a good growing community that has just finished a new master plan and will add 500 - 600 acres to the park district in the near future. Minimum requirement is a Bachelor's Degree in Recreation and related fields, two years or more experience with public recreation or park department. Salary is open depending on the experience and qualifications. Benefits are Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund, Hospital Insurance, Vacation, and an opportunity to assume the position of Director of Parks and Recreation upon the retirement of the present Director. Send Resume and Glossy Print to Mike Cassidy, President of Freeport Park District, 26 North West Avenue, Freeport, Illinois 61032.

DIRECTOR OF AQUATICS . . .
will be responsible for the planning, organization and supervision of a comprehensive aquatic program for the Park District under the administrative supervision of the Director of Recreation. He will exercise administrative professional judgment with considerable latitude for independent action and initiative in the formulation, promotion and guidance of the aquatic programs. Qualifications . . . a degree based on a major in Recreation, Physical Education or related field. Must have advanced aquatic training with direct experience in pool management and operation and aquatic programming. Salary will range between $8,000 and $10,000 depending upon applicant. Also included in the benefits will be Blue Cross-Blue Shield Major Medical, IMRF Retirement Plan, Vacation and sick leave. Applications should be mailed to Mr. R. E. Abbuehl, Director of Recreation, Champaign Park District, 706 Holiday Park Drive, Champaign, Illinois 61820.

DIRECTOR OF RECREATION . . .
for chief executive in Recreation Department, responsible to Director of Parks and Recreation. Responsible for employing and supervising staff necessary to conduct approximately 50 recreation programs. Also will recommend development and initiate new programs for inclusion into year round program. Professional requirements . . . must have B.A. Degree in Recreation. Preferably one or two years experience. Benefits .... two bedroom apartment with utilities, stove and refrigerator provided. Full family hospitalization, $5,000-$ 10,000 life insurance, $50.00 per month car allowance, conference expenses, retirement program and two weeks vacation with salary at $7,000. Apply by sending resume including personnel data, educational background, experience background and references to Walter C. Johnson, Director of Parks and Recreation, Glencoe Park-Recreation District, 305 Randolph Street, Glencoe, Illinois 60022.

DIRECTOR OF PARKS AND RECREATION . . .
for the top management position responsible to the Board of Commissioners for the total operation and administration of parks and year round recreation programs. Responsible for preparing the budget, hiring of staff personnel, maintenance of all facilities, and public relations. The park district is currently involved in master planning and construction about to begin on a pool and field house complex. Desired qualifications are a Bachelor's degree in recreation and parks administration or related field required. Experience desirable, but not required. Salary range is $8,000 to $10,000 based on education and experience. Send resume to Hanover Park District, 7173 Long-meadow Lane, Hanover Park, Illinois 60103.

Illinois Parks 89 May/ June 1970