In October 2012, IPRA launched its newly created Leadership Academy. The Academy is an intensive six-month program that will benefit you regardless of what stage you are in your career. There are three levels to the Academy and the curriculum at each level will focus on building great leaders to strengthen parks and recreation agencies. The application deadline is June 17 -- apply today!
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How did you learn about the field of parks and recreation? Were you a lifeguard or a camp counselor as a high school student? Did you work part time in the summers and have a great boss who told you about parks and recreation as a college major? Did you "fall into" this career?
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Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) Exam Preparation - SERIES OF THREE CLASSES - July 18, August 8, August 29
Chicago Park District - Fosco Park
9:30AM - 1:00PM

 

IPRA Board Meeting - 6/27/13
Batavia Park District - Peg Bond Center
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

 

Here are some of the most recent job posts. To view the complete listing, click here!

• Superintendent of Recreation, Park District of Oak Park
• Youth Athletic Program Coordinator,Mt. Prospect Park District
• Assistant Superintendent of Parks, Palatine Park District

Have an open position to post? Click here!

 

The IPRA Today eNewsletter features a "News About Members" section. This is a place to highlight IPRA Members' promotions, moves, etc. We can only report what is reported to us, so please help IPRA help you stay connected to your colleagues. Please email Heather Weishaar with news that you’d like to share!

 

Diversity Section Social - 5/29/13
Brunswick Zone XL
3:00PM - 5:00PM

Administration & Finance Section Meeting & Discussion - 6/5/13
Bartlett Park District - Villa Olivia
10:00AM - 1:00PM

Therapeutic Recreation Section Board Meeting - 6/6/13
NEDSRA
9:00AM - 10:00AM

 

2nd Annual Education Institute - Event Survey Results

7th Annual Park Pursuit (La Grange) - Event Survey Results