Join the Team!
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 – Thursday: 5:30 am – 10:00 pm
Friday: 5:30 am – 8:00 pm
Saturday – Sunday: 7:00 am – 6:00 pm
Current Employment Opportunities
Park Specialist – Park Maintenance (Full Time)
The Park Specialist-Parks Maintenance position is responsible for assisting with the daily management of park maintenance operations for all 38 parks and facilities. In addition, the position will provide maintenance or special assistance to other park district departments throughout the year.
Essential duties include communicate operation specifics to the Parks Maintenance Manager, complete assigned projects, attend staff meetings, safety and educational trainings, implement customer service procedures as applicable to the position’s operation, provide productive and efficient labor to any crew assigned for the day by implementing an effective daily work schedule to efficiently complete park and facility maintenance operations, implement park capital equipment repairs, replacements and improvements, operate heavy machinery including tractors, high lift truck, backhoe, loader, operate chain saws and various other power tools, assist with approved District-wide turf maintenance system, assist with approved District-wide herbicide application maintenance system, assist with approved District-wide trash collection, assist with approved District-wide tree maintenance program, assist with the District-wide snow and ice removal maintenance system, and adhere to safety and risk management procedures as applicable to the position’s operations. A detailed job description is available upon request.
Minimum requirements for this position include a high school diploma or GED, associate’s degree preferred, with a minimum of one year full time experience in the field. Certifications in parks maintenance or related areas are desirable, specifically ISA Certified Arborist. Ability to obtain an Illinois Pesticide Operator License, and Illinois Secretary of State Class B Commercial Driver’s License with Air Brake endorsement within 90 days after employment is required.
To apply for this full time position, a cover letter, resume and references must be submitted via mail or email. Emailed resumes should be sent to: progus@carypark.com with Job Posting in subject line. Mailed resumes should be sent to the Community Center to the attention of Paul Rogus. Or, you may complete an employment application and return it to the Cary Park District Community Center, 255 Briargate Road, Cary, IL 60013.
E.T. KidZone Site Director
The ET KidZone Site Director is responsible for the planning, organization and leading of activities for participants in the ET KidZone program at one (1) school site. Responsibilities include: coordinate staff responsibilities and schedule, maintain and inventory supplies and equipment and be available for food and supply pick up and drop off, plan and implement an age appropriate variety of recreational and enrichment activities, maintain accurate records of participant attendance, communicate regularly and effectively with parents ans school administration, prepare and conduct employee appraisals and other duties assigned by the Recreation Program Manager. Ideal candidate would have experience or background in activity programming and leadership of children. CPR and First Aid certifications will be required upon hiring.
Interested candidates should complete an employment application and return it to the Cary Park District Community Center, 255 Briargate Road, Cary, IL 60013.
Custodian – Part Time
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 the Community Center, Preschool and other locations throughout the district. The candidate must be able to provide transportation between multiple facilities. The position is for weekday and weekend evenings.
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.