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Employment Opportunities

Recreation Childcare Assistant 

The Broadview Park District is looking for Childcare Counselors and support staff. Come join the Broadview Park District, “The Fun Place To Be”.

Responsibilities

  • Help design and follow a full schedule of activities for children ranging in age from 5-13 years old
  • Encourage recreation and learning based play
  • Provide basic care and caregiving activities
  • Observe children’s interactions and promote positive socializing
  • Identify behavioral problems and determine the right course of action
  • Collaborate with other colleagues

Skills

  • Proven experience as a childcare / recreation assistant
  • Excellent knowledge of child development
  • Energetic and creative
  • Patience, flexibility and love for children
  • Strong communication and time management skills
  • Certificate in first aid and CPR or willingness to receive training
  • Must be 16 years of age and have a valid driver’s license
  • Requires ability to often work outdoors
  • Requires going on weekly field trips with the children
 

If interested, download the application and send it along with your resume to bbanks@broadviewparkdistrict.net

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Flexible schedule

Schedule:

  • Morning or Afternoon shift (7:00a – 6:00p)
  • Monday to Friday, Some weekends

Experience:

  • Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

Marketing Coordinator

The Broadview Park District is seeking a creative, driven, and community-minded Marketing Coordinator to join our team. This entry-level role is perfect for an emerging marketing, communications, or visual design professional looking to build a rich portfolio.

Responsibilities

Social Media & Content Creation

  • Manage, schedule, and curate engaging content across all official social channels: Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube.
  • Stay up-to-date on social media trends, short-form video formats, and community engagement tactics.
  • Monitor comments and direct messages, providing timely and friendly responses to community inquiries.

Graphic Design & Print Media

  • Design all visual assets for both digital (web, email, social) and print formats (flyers, brochures, banners, posters).
  • Produce the park district’s periodic community print newsletter from concept to print-ready layouts.
  • Maintain brand consistency across all marketing materials and collateral.

Event Photography & Videography

  • Attend district events, sports leagues, and seasonal festivals to capture high-quality photos and video footage.
  • Edit raw video footage and photos for quick turnaround on social media, the website, and promotional materials.

Website & Email Marketing

  • Execute regular updates to the park district website (updating activity schedules, event calendars, park updates, and news).
  • Plan, write, and deploy targeted marketing campaigns and digital newsletters to community subscribers.

Administrative & Front Desk Support

  • Serve as administrative support for the marketing function.
  • Provide backup support for the customer service/help desk team as needed (answering phone calls, greeting visitors, and assisting with facility registrations).
  • Assist with general office administrative tasks and event setup logistics.

Skills

Required Experience & Education:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Graphic Design, Digital Media, or a related field (completed or in-progress) preferred.
  • 0–2 years of experience in marketing, social media management, or digital design (relevant internships, student body work, or portfolio projects are welcomed).

Technical & Creative Skills:

  • Proficiency with graphic design tools such as Canva or Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
  • Hands-on experience with social media platforms and short-form video editing tools (CapCut, Premiere Pro, or native app editors).
  • Experience with basic website content management systems (CMS) like WordPress, Wix, or civic web platforms.
  • Familiarity with email marketing platforms (e.g., Mailchimp, Constant Contact).
  • Basic camera operation skills for capturing event photos and video.

Soft Skills:

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with high attention to grammar and detail.
  • Excellent time management and ability to meet deadlines independently.
  • Friendly, professional demeanor with a strong customer service orientation.

Working Conditions & Physical Demands

  • Work Environment: Blended office environment, event spaces, and outdoor park locations.
  • Physical Needs: Ability to move around park facilities and event sites while carrying photography/videography equipment (up to 20 lbs).
  • Schedule: Part-time hours with flexible scheduling during the week. Must be available to work occasional evenings and weekends during scheduled park district events.

If interested, download the application and send it along with your resume to bbanks@broadviewparkdistrict.net

Job Type: Part-Time

Pay Range: Commensurate with Experience

Schedule: Flexible weekday schedule; weekend availability required as needed for events

Studio Attendant / Media Center Technician

Position Summary

The Studio Attendant / Media Center Technician is responsible for supporting the daily operation of the media center and production studio by maintaining audio, video, lighting, and multimedia equipment. This position provides technical assistance for live productions, recordings, broadcasts, and media projects while ensuring equipment is properly maintained and studio operations run efficiently. The ideal candidate has strong technical knowledge of audiovisual systems, excellent troubleshooting skills, and a passion for media production.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Set up, operate, and maintain professional audio, video, lighting, and recording equipment.

  • Assist with live broadcasts, podcasts, video productions, livestreams, and studio recordings.

  • Configure microphones, mixers, cameras, switchers, lighting systems, teleprompters, and production software.

  • Monitor audio and video quality during productions to ensure professional results.

  • Troubleshoot technical issues involving audiovisual equipment, computers, and media systems.

  • Perform routine maintenance, inventory management, and organization of studio equipment.

  • Prepare studios, classrooms, and event spaces for multimedia presentations and productions.

  • Assist students, staff, faculty, or clients with media equipment operation and production workflows.

  • Edit basic audio and video content using industry-standard software.

  • Maintain digital media files and ensure proper storage, backup, and organization.

  • Follow safety procedures for electrical equipment, cables, lighting rigs, and production environments.

  • Recommend equipment upgrades and assist with purchasing and installation of new technology.

  • Support special events requiring audiovisual production services.

  • Maintain a clean, organized, and professional studio environment.

Required Qualifications

  • Associate’s degree or equivalent experience in Media Production, Broadcast Technology, Communications, Information Technology, or a related field.

  • Minimum of 2 years of experience working in a media production studio, television station, educational media center, or similar environment.

  • Experience operating professional audiovisual equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Media Production, Broadcasting, Communications, or related field.

  • Experience supporting educational, corporate, or government media production environments.

  • Knowledge of livestreaming platforms and broadcast workflows.

  • Experience training users on audiovisual technology.

Technical Skills

  • Professional video cameras and camera support systems

  • Digital audio consoles and mixers

  • Wireless and wired microphone systems

  • Studio and event lighting systems

  • Video switchers and live production equipment

  • Audio signal processing and sound reinforcement

  • Video editing software (Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or DaVinci Resolve)

  • Audio editing software (Adobe Audition, Pro Tools, or Audacity)

  • Streaming and recording platforms (OBS Studio, vMix, Wirecast)

  • Basic networking concepts related to audiovisual systems

  • Microsoft Office and Google Workspace

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Strong understanding of audio engineering and video production principles.

  • Ability to diagnose and resolve technical issues quickly.

  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

  • Strong communication and customer service skills.

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a production team.

  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.

  • Flexibility to work evenings or weekends when productions or events require.

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to lift and carry equipment up to 50 pounds.

  • Ability to stand, bend, climb ladders, and move equipment for extended periods.

  • Manual dexterity to operate technical production equipment and computers.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in production studios, media centers, classrooms, auditoriums, and event venues. Evening and weekend hours may be required to support productions, athletic events, performances, and community programming.

Preferred Certifications

  • CTS (Certified Technology Specialist)

  • Adobe Certified Professional (preferred)

  • OSHA Safety Training (preferred)

  • Valid driver’s license (if travel between facilities is required)