LOCAL JOBS: Manhattan Park District, Family Harvest Church, TGIF

Patch wants to help local readers find new jobs and put some cash in their pockets. That’s why each week, Patch will be spotlighting a few job openings that we think our readers can fill. Here’s a look at the most recently listed jobs in the region.

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Jobs posted on Patch:

Flooring Sales Specialist, Lowes, Chicago
Restaurant General Manager, TGI Friday’s, Orland Park
Marketing Communications Associate - Entry Level, SCMG, Orland Park

Here are some more newly listed jobs on Patch:

NEW! Original Island Shrimp House , 12902 S. LaGrange Road, Palos Park, has immediate openings for part-time servers in our busy restaurant. Experience is a plus, customer service must be a value. The restaurant was named one of Illinois Top Ten Seafood Restaurants. Come in and fill out an application, preferably not during the lunch or dinner rush. If time allows, staff will conduct interviews on the spot or an interview will be scheduled in the near future. For more information call 708-923-6646 for more information.

NEW! The Manhattan Park District is currently searching for an executive director to oversee a department that includes 13 parks totaling 293 acres of recreation and open space, plus a 12,000-square-foot recreational center with renovations still in progress. The prospective start date is Feb. 15, 2018. Applications are being accepted through Dec. 13. The ideal candidate must able to lead the department through transformation and have a demonstrated ability in administration and budget management; knowledgeable in park and recreation issues, trends, personnel management, creative financing, marketing and public relations; and experience in involving the community in a collaborative process for park planning. Interested candidates must include a formal letter of application, resume, three letters of recommendation including former employers, employees and board members; 3 to 6 professional references (different from letters of recommendations) to be contacted by the Illinois Association of Park Districts; and responses to various management questions. For more information about the job and how to apply, see the vacancy brochure. Mail applications to: Screening Committee - Manhattan PD, ℅ Illinois Association of Park Districts 211 East Monroe Street Springfield, IL 62701-1186; or via email by cwichmann@ilparks.org. Questions: Call 217-523-4554 or email cwichmann@ilparks.org

NEW! The Village of Orland Park Sportsplex has posted several part-time openings within the past week for a Kidz Room attendant, volleyball referee, personal trainer and Pilates instructor. Learn more about the jobs and apply online.

NEW! TGI Friday’s in Oak Lawn is hiring a restaurant manager to create an exciting dining experience for guests. The ideal candidate will manage all aspects of management, including marketing and human resources, ensure that the restaurant meets TGI Friday’s standards of quality, service and operational excellence. The assistant general manager will also focus on the delivery of great guest experiences, direct and support team members and manage all profit and loss centers, and maintain an accurate and up-to-date restaurant staffing plan, prepare employee schedules and ensure that the restaurant is staffed during all shifts. Learn more about the job and apply online.

NEW! Family Harvest Church in Tinley Park is looking for a marketer/social media strategist to develop and execute social media strategies across all platforms and to further the church’s influence across the community. Key qualities include a knowledge of social media channels, such as Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, Twitter, and Pinterest. Experience in working with SEO and Mac & Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator. Ability to create, film and edit promotional video content. (Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere Pro). Some understanding of bot technology is also a plus. Candidate must be a Bible-believing Christian and attending member of their local church with excellent writing skills. Learn more about the job and apply online.

NEW! Illinois Tollway is looking for a multi-media project specialist. Learn more about the job and apply online.

NEW! Flap-Jacks in Oak Lawn is in need of an experienced cook. Drop in and fill out an application. The restaurant is located in the Coral Plaza at 4710 W. 95th St., Oak Lawn. Call 708-424-6890.

NEW! Cook County School Dist. 130 in Blue Island has recently posted openings for a behavior coach, custodian, and bilingual early childhood special education teacher. Visit the school district’s career page for more information and the positions and to apply online.

RECENT! Bennie’s Pizza is hiring bartenders, servers, cooks, pizza makers, carryout cashiers and delivery drivers for its new Crestwood location at 13849 S. Cicero Ave. Stop in and ask for Tommy to apply.

RECENT! Holy Family Villa, a skilled Nursing and Rehab Center, is looking for the following positions:

• Full Time and Part Time C.N.A.s for all shifts. Full and short shifts available. Must be certified

and skilled in assisting residents with their daily needs.

• Full and Part time Dietary Aides and Hosts, day, evening and weekend hours
• Full Time Registered Nurses for PM shift (2pm-10:30pm) and PRN for all shifts
• Full Time Cook with varied hours including every other weekend.
• Full Time Receptionist Monday – Friday 6:00am – 2:30pm.

Benefit package available for full time includes health, dental & vision insurance, Paid Time Off,
Competitive wages and more. Email resume to ekroncke@catholiccharities.net OR apply in person at:
Holy Family Villa, 12220 S. Will-Cook Rd., Palos Park, IL 60464 630-257- 2291.

Courses/Training/Certificates

Advocate Christ EMS Academy is offering EMT Basic Training starting in January 2018.