Homewood-Flossmoor Park District Board Vice President Terence Elashik, left, Superintendent of Recreation Jill Bartholomew, Commissioner Kay Schebler, Superintendent of Parks Tom Kurow and Director Greg Meyer proudly display their Gold Medal Award. Full-time supervisory position responsible for the over all operation of the District's Water Park facility, including the supervision of approximately 50 seasonal staff. Also responsible for planning, hiring, implementing and evaluation of Water Park facility. Other duties during the fall, winter and spring seasons would include general programming consisting of tot programs, special events and leisure center activities. Qualified applicants must have a bachelor of science degree in parks and recreation or a related fieId.
Aquatic experience is desired.
Certification is desired but not required. The award was presented during a special ceremony at NRPA's annual Congress for Recreation and Parks in Baltimore. Mick Pope has been a leader, a mentor and a role model for many park and recreation professionals across the country. Through his professional experiences, he has earned the respect of many who call him their colleague and friend. He has contributed much in the 31 years he has served his profession.