Employment Opportunities

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The Cary Park District is committed as an organization to provide exceptional parks and lifelong recreation opportunities. To apply for a job visit the Community Center to complete an application or download the employment application and send your completed application to:

Cary Park District
Community Center
255 Briargate Road
Cary, IL 60013

Fax: 847.639.6290

Community Center Hours

Monday – Friday:  5:30 am – 8:00 pm
Saturday & Sunday, 7:00 am-3:00 pm

Current Employment Opportunities

Staff Accountant (Full Time)
The Cary Park District currently employs 21 full time staff and over 200 part time staff seasonally.  The Cary Park District is seeking a motivated, independent and professional individual to serve the agency in the role of Staff Accountant.  This position is full time and works primarily during regular day time hours during the week.  The selected individual must be able to work with minimal supervision, produce accurate work on time, and be organized.

This position is responsible for assisting with the daily operations of the Finance & Administration Department.  The Park District utilizes MSI for their accounting software.  The Staff Accountant must consistently show the ability to produce accurate work, be highly detail-minded in executing the various job responsibilities, working knowledge of GAAP, demonstrate problem solving and analytical ability.  This position is responsible for a variety of tasks and duties including but not limited to the following:

• Assist with the month end process including journal entries, account reconciliations and financial reports.
• Complete and file the Park District’s monthly and annual Sales Tax Returns.
• Prepare and file the required quarterly payroll tax reports.
• Back up for the Accounting Clerk; specifically in relation to the bi-weekly process to generate payroll checks and issue accounts payable checks.
• Back up for the HR Coordinator.
• Prepare, issue and file 1099’s along with the corresponding reports.
• Assist with the maintenance of the Park District’s Fixed Asset reporting system.
• Assist with the preparation and provision of supporting documents for the annual audit as requested.
• Assist in the annual budget process as needed.
• Assist with internal control procedures throughout the Park District.
• Assist with the accounting of the Park Foundation in QuickBooks.
• Become proficient in ActiveNet Registration system within a year.
• Assist with accounting for various grants.
• Serve as the District’s liaison with our IT Consultant.
• Assist with the Unclaimed Checks process.
• Lead agency compliance with the Records Retention Act.
• Assist and work cooperatively with the Assistant Director of Finance.
• Assist with various projects.

Initially this individual will work directly with the Assistant Director of Finance and Administration during their training and onboarding to the agency.  After, the individual will work as a member of the Finance & Administration Department and report directly to the Director of Finance and Administration.    The major emphasis of this position will be assisting with the daily operations of the Finance & Administration Department.

Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field is preferred.  Minimum of two years’ experience with fund accounting.  Proficiency working with Microsoft Excel and a computerized financial system is required.

Hiring Range: $48,252 – $60,315 annually DOE

Benefits: Excellent benefit package including IMRF, health, dental, and benefit time off

To Apply:  Interested individuals should apply by submitting a resume with cover letter and three professional references.  The cover letter should support the individual’s background and alignment with the core abilities of the position identified in the 2^nd paragraph of this job notice.   Submit to mtillson@carypark.com using Staff Accountant Job Posting in the subject line.

Accounting Clerk (Full Time)
The Cary Park District currently employs 21 full time staff and over 200 part time staff seasonally.  The Cary Park District is seeing a motivated, independent and professional individual to serve the agency in the role of Accounting Clerk.  This position is full time and works primarily during regular day time hours during the week.

This position is responsible for a variety of tasks and duties including but not limited to: prepare invoices for payment, produce/issue accounts payable checks, use an automated financial system to input data, process monthly Purchasing card statements, process refunds, maintain vendor files, review receipt batches from the front desk,  prepare daily deposits, compile and record employee time and payroll data to produce employee paychecks, makes a variety of computations on overtime, accruals, deductions, wage garnishments, etc.; responds to employee and vendor inquiries, creates accounts receivable invoices, generates job specific reports,   assist with the annual audit as needed, order supplies, work closely with all departments and assist the Finance and Administration team as requested.  The selected individual must be able to work with minimal supervision, produce accurate work on time, and be organized.

This individual will work directly with the Director of Finance and Administration as a member of the Finance and Administration Department.  The major emphasis of this position will be on Accounts Payable and Payroll in the Finance Department, with cross training as a backup in other areas of the Finance Department.

Qualifications: A high school diploma with additional course(s) in Accounting preferred.  Minimum of two years’ experience in a similar role is preferred.  Proficiency working with Microsoft Excel and an automated financial system is required.

Hiring Range: $36,006 – $45,008 annually DOE

Benefits: Excellent benefit package including IMRF, health, dental, and benefit time off

To Apply:  Interested individuals should apply by submitting a resume with cover letter and three professional references.  The cover letter should support the individual’s background and alignment with the core abilities of the position identified in the 2^nd paragraph of this job notice.  Submit to mtillson@carypark.com using Accounting Clerk Job Posting in the subject line.

Custodian (Part Time)
The Cary Park District is looking to hire a part time facility custodian. The ideal candidate should have janitorial and customer service experience along with good communication skills. This position is responsible for daily custodial work along with room setups and breakdowns and basic building, small tool, and equipment maintenance at multiple locations within the district. Hours for this position vary.

Interested candidates should complete an employment application and return it to the Cary Park District Community Center, 255 Briargate Road, Cary, IL 60013.

Recreation Program Instructors
The Cary Park District is looking for local “hidden talent” to instruct or lead various recreational programs. We are recruiting new instructors with creative ideas. If you have a particular skill or are interested in leading activities, please contact Cary Park District’s Superintendent of Recreation at 847.639.6100. You may also complete a Program Proposal Form and fax it to 847.639.6290.