Peoria Park District
Emily Cahill is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in leadership roles within non-profit and public organizations. Currently serving as the Executive Director of Parks and Recreation at Peoria Park District since December 2011, Emily previously held the position of Assistant Executive Director since August 2014. Emily has contributed significantly to the American Red Cross Heart of America Region, serving as a Board Member and in various leadership capacities from June 2008 to September 2015, where innovative strategic planning and restructuring efforts were implemented. Additionally, Emily actively participated in the Junior League, both as a volunteer and staff member, playing a crucial role in the Peoria PlayHouse Children’s Museum project. Previous legal expertise includes positions as Associate Attorney at Pratt Law Offices and Certified Legal Intern at the Indiana University Child Advocacy Clinic. Emily holds a Doctorate of Jurisprudence from Indiana University School of Law and a BA in Chemistry from Hanover College.
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Peoria Park District
The Peoria Park District (formal name: The Pleasure Driveway and Park District of Peoria) was organized in 1894 and was the first park system formed in Illinois. Our mission: We contribute to healthy and vibrant communities by responsibly using our resources to offer high quality parks, recreation, and education experiences to those who live, work, or play in our District. We will be responsible stewards of all District resources. We will focus on services that make the greatest impact. We will create a culture that values and supports each other, those we serve and our community. The Peoria Park District has been honored with the highest and most prestigious honor attainable by a park and recreation agency: the 2010 Gold Medal Grand Award by the American Academy for Park & Recreation Administration in partnership with the National Recreation & Park Association. Interested in working or volunteering with us? Visit us online at: https://peoriaparks.org/careers/