When you graduate from college and step into that first job you believe you know it all. Within a few weeks reality sets in and you begin to understand your life in college provided you a wonderful foundation. The real learning of your craft begins with your peers in your agency and professional network.
Read More...

 

La Grange – The Illinois Park and Recreation Association has been recognized with an American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) 2014 Power of A Award for its innovative professional development offering, Leadership Academy, in partnership with the University of Illinois.

The Power of A Awards recognizes organizations that distinguish themselves with innovative, effective and broad-reaching programs and activities that positively impact America and the world. The Power of A Awards recognize and celebrate the extraordinary contributions associations make to society by enriching lives, creating a competitive workforce, preparing society for the future, driving innovation and making a better world.

We appreciate all of the work that our volunteers have contributed - special thanks to the Leadership Academy Board of Regents for making this program a success!

 

Recently, I've been asked quite a bit about my inspiration for "Zombie Survival Camp," a summer day camp program I have developed over the last few years. I have to say, I can't take all the credit. The idea for the camp came from the kids themselves.
Read More...

 

Employers, department managers and supervisors are frustrated with the turnover rate of young employees as well as the cost associated with hiring replacements.
Read More...

 

Certification is important to demonstrate that you have an understanding of the basic competencies needed to be successful in the park and recreation profession.
Read More...

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Here are some of our latest job posts - to view the complete listing, click here!

• Front Desk Office Clerk (two openings), Park Ridge Recreation & Park Dist.
• Director of Recreation, Decatur Park District
• Recreation Supervisor - Preschool/ Early Childhood, Park Ridge Recreation & Park Dist.
• Program Coordinator, City of Evanston

Have a job to post? It's easy and affordable with IPRA - click here!

 

Paul Cathey Takes on Golf Operations at the Des Plaines Park District

Paul Cathey, formerly Superintendent of Parks and Planning for the Des Plaines Park District will now also be responsible for Golf Operations at both the Golf Center Des Plaines and Lake Park.
Read More...

 

Matt Hartnett, Named Aquatics and Youth Programs Manager, Brings Six Years of Experience

The Des Plaines Park District welcomes Matt Hartnett, CPRP, as the new Aquatics and Youth Programs Manager.
Read More...

 

Katie Skibbe is the New Des Plaines Park District Superintendent of Business

The Des Plaines Park District is pleased to announce the hiring of Katie Skibbe, as the Superintendent of Business, effective May 1.
Read More...

 

The Des Plaines Park District Announces the Retirement of Executive Director John Hecker

John Hecker, the Executive Director of the Des Plaines Park District, retired on June 20 after 11 years in Des Plaines and more than 36 years in the field of Parks and Recreation.
Read More...

 

Park & Natural Resource Management Section Meeting & Workshop - 7/10/14
Geneva Park District
9:30AM - 11:00AM

Therapeutic Recreation Section Meeting - 7/10/14
NEDSRA
9:30AM - 10:30AM

Recreation Section Meeting - 7/10/14
Riverside Township Auditorium
2:00PM - 3:00PM