The Sandwich Park District is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Secretary / Treasurer which reports to the Director of Parks and Recreation.

Primary responsibilities include but not limited to maintaining the integrity of the district's general ledger and budget, accounts payable and payroll accounting systems, performing month end closing of the general ledger, bank/GL account reconciliations, reconciling and processing recreation program billings, work closely with the Director of Parks and Recreation in all aspects of the district's finances. Act as the Park District liaison to the auditors in the preparation of the Park District's annual audit. Prepare the District's Annual Tax Levy and supporting documents. Prepare all documents and attend monthly board meetings. Once hired, this position is appointed by the Board of Commissioners annually.

QUALIFICATIONS: High School graduate or GED. Bachelor's Degree in accounting, finance or other business related field, preferred. A minimum 2 years of Park District or other governmental accounting and supervisory experience. Applicant must be computer proficient along with possessing strong skills in Microsoft Excel and other Office software applications. Experience with Fund Balance financial software. RecTrac registration software also preferred but not required.

The hiring range is $18.00-$24.00 per hour, depending on experience. This is a part-time, 25 - 30 hour per week position with IMRF and paid time off. Email resume and any other supporting documents to Sue Swithin, Director of Parks and Recreation at sue.swithin@comcast.net by Dec. 23, 2016.

Must be 18 yrs or older, and hold a valid driver's license, Applicant must pass a standard background check.

Applications are available online at www.sandwichparkdistrict.org and at the Francis Center, 1001 N. Latham Street during normal office hours. Questions call (815) 786-8044. Position posted until filled.

SANDWICH PARK DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER