Employment

The Bartlett Park District has forty-one full-time employees and several hundred part-time and seasonal employees at various times throughout the year to operate its programs and facilities. We are always looking for talented and energetic individuals to be a part of our team! From youths seeking their first job to specifically skilled adult program leaders, there are many positions to choose from.

Examples of positions that may be available include:

Year Round Part-time Positions: Lifeguards and Swim Instructors, Lesson Coordinators, Head Lifeguards, Pool Managers, Open Gym Supervisors, Registration Clerks, LIFECENTER Front Desk Attendants, Personal Trainers, Fitness Coordinator, Fitness Instructors, Instructors, Kid’s Stop Staff, Rental/Party Coordinator, Party Place Staff, Building Attendants, Rental Site Supervisors, Nature Center Support Staff, Animal Care Staff, Human Resources Assistant, Parks Secretary, and Preschool Coordinator.

Seasonal Part-time Positions: Preschool Teachers and Assistants, Camp Coordinator, Camp Site Supervisors and Counselors, After School Recreation Coordinator and Counselors, Golf Clubhouse Manager and Front Counter Staff, Gym Rental Coordinator and Staff, Sports Coordinators, Field Supervisors, Soccer Referees, Softball Umpires, Volleyball Officials, Basketball Scorekeepers, Program Instructors, Theater Coordinator, Summer Accounting Clerk, Swim Team Coach and Asst. Coach, and Special Event Staff.

An Equal Opportunity Employer
The Bartlett Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse work force. We are always looking for energetic, customer focused individuals to join our team. There are age requirements for certain positions, be sure to check the listing for these and other possible requirements for the position you seek.

We offer

• A Friendly Work Environment
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Competitive Wages

With opportunities to

• Earn extra money
• Make new friends
• Learn new and different skills
• Interact with a diverse group of people
• Develop talents and be promoted

Application:
If you or someone you know would like to be considered for a position complete our application, indicate the position(s) you are interested in and submit your application.

Four easy ways to apply:

1. In person – stop by the Bartlett Community Center, 700 S. Bartlett Rd., and drop off your completed application. Front Desk Hours are : M-F 8:30am – 7:00 pm and Sat. 9:00 – 1:00 pm.

2. Email – Email your completed application to hr@bartlettparks.org

3. Mail – Mail your completed application to:

Bartlett Park District Attn: Human Resources Manager 696 W. Stearns Rd. Bartlett, IL 60103

4. Fax – Fax your completed application to (630) 540-4920 Attn: HR Manager

The Park District receives hundreds of applications each year and unfortunately there are a limited number of positions available. You will be contacted for an interview if you are being considered for a position. If you applied for a specific position that was advertised you should receive notification of your status. If you do not hear from us, you most likely are not being considered at the present time. Due to the volume we receive, we do not generally respond to unsolicited applications. Applications are kept on file for one year and are categorized by position. If a position becomes available we will review current applications on file first. After one year, applicants will need to reapply.

Criminal Background Checks
If you apply for employment with the Bartlett Park District, the Park District will conduct a criminal background check upon you, as required by Illinois State Law. You will be required to sign a Conviction Information Request Release Form at the time an offer is made. The Park District is required by law to obtain criminal conviction information from the Illinois State Police on all prospective employees. According to this statute, the Park District may not employ a person from whom a criminal background investigation has not been initiated. There are certain convictions that will automatically disqualify you from employment. For a listing of these offenses see the attachment to our application.

Physicals
Physical examinations by a medical doctor designated by the Director shall be required for candidates offered full-time positions before they are hired by the District. The Director shall refuse to certify as eligible for employment, anyone who is physically or cognitively unable to perform the duties of the position to which he or she seeks employment (as outlined in the job description), and for whom no reasonable accommodation can be made without undue hardship to the District.

Drug Screening
All full-time employees and part-time employees that are required to drive Park District vehicles, as part of their job, will be required to undergo a pre-placement drug screening through Central DuPage Business Health or other District designated location. It is the policy of the Bartlett Park District to provide a safe, productive, and drug-free work environment.

Benefits - Part-time Employees

• Flexible Work Schedule, we have morning, day and evening shifts, weekdays and weekend hours.
• Discounts on Facility Memberships and/or Program Fees depending on the number of hours worked per week
• Opportunities to develop skills and gain experience for promotions within the Park District or outside other career choice