Incorporated in 1955 and encompassing more than 454 acres, the Mt. Prospect Park District provides outstanding recreational programs, events, parks, facilities and services. With seven primary facilities and 27 neighborhood parks, the Park District is an integral part of a thriving multi-generational community. District open space includes two outdoor pools, biking and walking paths, a dog park and sizable space for outdoor athletic programming. The District covers over 11 square miles and serves a region of over a quarter million residents in Mount Prospect and surrounding communities. The Mt. Prospect Park District is a proud recipient of the 2026 Illinois Parks and Recreation Association Exceptional Workplace Award!

We are searching for a part-time seasonal Golf Course Greensperson to complete the physical tasks required to produce and maintain a golf course. Candidates must be at least 18 years old and be able to successfully pass a criminal background check. Daytime, evening, weekend, and holiday hours are required for this position. The position runs from May through August. The starting pay for the PT Golf Course Greensperson is $15.50 per hour. Plus, we offer park district facility discounts and usage benefits.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Perform all physical tasks in golf course maintenance, including but not limited to:

• mowing
• trimming
• change putting green cups
• tee service
• rake bunkers
• prune trees and bushes
• topdressing
• operate landscaping equipment
• landscaping tasks

Participate in the Park District’s Safety Training programs. Be familiar with and abide by Park District policies and procedures.

Be available to work during the week and on the weekend.

SECONDARY DUTIES:

Maintain a clean and organized work environment.

Perform additional duties as assigned which may be considered essential.

All other duties as required by the Golf Course Maintenance Crew Leader, Assistant Golf Course Superintendent, Golf Course Superintendent, Director of Golf Operations, and/or Executive Director. However, in an emergency, perform all other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be at least 18 years old.

Must possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent, or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Must be able to communicate effectively with others to allow for coordination of work, safety and in emergency situations.

Must be able to follow required department safety procedures. Must be able to participate in the Park District safety training program and adhere to Park District safety procedures.

Must be dependable and able to work with limited supervision. Must be able to work during the week and on the weekend. Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of the Golf Course Maintenance Greensperson position.

Physical Job Qualifications: Must be able to stand and/or walk for long periods of time. Must be physically able to frequently ascend/descend more than a 25% grade, lift 50+ pounds from a squat position. Additionally, must be able to push/pull, reach, occasionally balance, bend at waist (touch the floor with fingertips), climb, crawl, crouch, and kneel for long periods of time, and sit, stoop and constantly handle objects.

The Golf Course Maintenance Greensperson will work indoors and outdoors. May be exposed to hazardous situations, conditions, and equipment that could result in cuts, bruises, or minor burns. May be exposed to sounds and noise levels that are distracting and uncomfortable. May be exposed to outdoor conditions including water, sun, high humidity, and excessive heat and cold.

Due to the needs of the Park District, daytime, evening, weekend and holiday hours will be required. Your work schedule may vary and your workweek may exceed 40 hours per week at times, but will be strictly less than 1,000 hours per year.

Nothing contained herein shall preclude or limit the Park District from changing this written job description through addition, deletion or modification of essential job duties.

The Mt. Prospect Park District is an equal opportunity employer.