position referral

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR

(Salary open) The Hinsdale Community House offers a unique job opportunity for a creative person to assist the Director in recommending new programs, and supervising existing programs. The successful applicant should be a person who can work well with people of all ages and have a broad knowledge of leisure time needs. The Hinsdale Community House, established in 1941, receives the majority of its operating budget from the Community Chest and plays an important role in providing leisure time activities for the residents of Hinsdale. Applicants may contact Mrs. Ly Hotchkin, Director, Hinsdale Community House, 415 West Eighth Street, Hinsdale, Illinois 60521 Telephone (312) 323-7500.

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DIRECTOR OF PARKS AND RECREATION

(Salary open) Administrative Officer in charge of a city department which administers 280 acres of park land, two nine-hole golf courses and a community center. The present operating budget is about $250,000. Mail complete resume to James L. Goodwill, Chairman, Personnel Committee, Alton Park and Recreation Commission, Rock Spring Park, Alton, Illinois 62002. Telephone (618) 462-9711.

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ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT

($10,974-$14,586) B.S. Degree in Recreation and Park Management or related fields. At least three (3) years of experience in a park or recreation administrative position.

Rapidly growing PARK DISTRICT serving a population of 35,000 persons. System consists of 510 acres, including such modern facilities as 18 hole Golf Course, Swim Pools, Bathing Beaches, 23 Tennis Courts, Golf Driving Range and Miniature Golf, Boat Ramps, Winter Sports Facilities, Illuminated Ball Fields and Tennis Courts and many other recreational and park areas. Approximately 150 acres of park land now under development. Contact: David H. Fritz, Secretary and Superintendent, Park District of Highland Park, 1801 Sunset Road, Highland Park, Illinois 60035.

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POSITION REFERRAL

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DIRECTOR OF PARKS AND RECREATION

(Starting Salary: $12,500 and Open) Benefits: Full participation in Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund; full hospital coverage for entire family; automobile furnished . . . plus expenses (1970 Ford station wagon); two-week vacation (three weeks after three years); participation in National, State, Regional and local conferences and workshops; school advancement opportunities; working with federal funds for purchase and development of various parks; developing a Capital Improvements Program from a Bond Issue of $330,000; developing year-round recreation programs.

General Information: Harvey, Illinois is basically an industrial community; Location: approximately 26 miles south of the Chicago loop; Population: 36,000. Send resume to: Mr. Raymond C. Handley, President, Harvey Park District, 15309 Center Avenue, Harvey, Illinois 60426.

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CENTER DIRECTOR

(Starting salary $7,700 to $8,600) Responsible for complete management of center facilities including outdoor swimming pool, playground program, center related activities and community-wide events. B.S. degree plus recreation experience highly desirable. Benefits: Family medical insurance; vacation; sick leave; IMRF; and conference attendance. Contact: Ron H. Dodd, Superintendent of Recreation, 660 North Ridge, Arlington Heights, Illinois 60006.

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RECREATION SUPERVISOR

(Starting Salary $8,500 to $9,600) Female. Responsibilities include: playschool; day camps; womens and girls activities; arts and crafts; special activities; and organizing and directing programming for all ages and assist in related work. B.S. Degree with experience highly desirable. Benefits: Family medical insurance; vacation; sick leave; IMRF; and conference attendance. Contact: Ron H. Dodd, Superintendent of Recreation, 660 North Ridge, Arlington Heights, Illinois 60006.

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SUPERINTENDENT OF RECREATION

(Salary $10,000 to $14,000 plus car allowance of $600 per year) The Superintendent of Recreation is responsible for the planning, supervision, and evaluation of all recreation activities, two swimming pools, concession operations, and serves as a general assistant to the Director of Parks and Recreation. Benefits: Health insurance, retirement, life insurance and liberal conference benefits. Qualifications desired: Degree in Recreation or a related field and three years experience. Apply to: Ronald D. Johnson, Director of Parks and Recreation, 225 Prospect Avenue, Elmhurst, Illinois 60126

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