Includes the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Works and cooperates with co-workers and supervisors at all levels.
• Learns and performs all essential job functions accurately.
• Evaluates park programs, park operations, park budget and priorities; consults with supervisor to determine general direction and scope of park programs, then develops criteria of programs to be undertaken, and develops operational procedures and policies based on data/program analysis.
• Maintains all playgrounds within the Zone to the National Playground Safety Standards.
• Directs, plans, coordinates park operations and assists programming in Zone 2 which includes regional parks, community and neighborhood parks, as well as county high school fields.
• Determines job priorities and sets long and short-term goals to be accomplished and assigns staff to jobs. 
• Depending on location, responsible for maintenance and safe operation of dams including high hazard dams.
• Responsible for maintenance and safety of all unique park amenities.  Examples include Equestrian Rings, Skills Course, etc.
• Oversees complex tasks, inspects work in progress, approves completed jobs, enforces safety regulations and procedures. Special project and on-site event management.
• Responsible for staffing the DOC/EOC in emergency situations.   
• Trains staff in areas of parkland operation, maintenance, and ensures that safety policies and procedures are followed.
• Coordinates meetings with community groups and other county agencies.
• Resolves unusual and complex maintenance and public relations problems.
• Inspects work done by contractors and developers to approve prior to payment.
• Develops specifications and purchasing documents for special projects, supplies / materials, tools and equipment.
• Assists supervisor with capital and operating budget input, future site needs, and is responsible for maintaining an annual budget.
• Utilizes a computer to prepare personnel evaluations, prepare and manage budget, review pavilion, facility and field-use reservations, to access e-mail 
• Responsible for identifying and applying good sustainability practices into all aspects of Department operations.
• Serves on committees as assigned.
• On-call for emergencies in all Recreation and Parks sites and facilities.
• This position is considered essential and will be required to work in emergency situations.

High school diploma or GED with seven (7)  years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

PREFERRED EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• College or university program certificate; and two (2) to four (4) years related experience and/or training or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• CPRP Preferred. 

• Possession of a valid Maryland Class C driver's license.   License must remain valid, as long as individual is employed in this class.
• Obtain CPR and First Aid certification within one year of employment.
• Obtain Maryland Pesticide Applicator Certification within two years of employment.
• NIMS IS-700. a –National Incident Management System, An Introduction.
• NIMS IS-15.b- Special Events Contingency Planning for Public Safety Agencies.
• Maryland Fertilizer Applicator may be required of this position and must be obtained in the timeline set forth by the Department.
• Possession of a Maryland Boater Safety Operator Certification may be required.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

TO APPLY:  You must complete an employment application online to be considered for this recruitment. Resumes cannot be substituted for completion of the job application work history. No paper applications will be accepted. 

Selected candidates may be subject to drug screening, background screening, and reference checks.       

At time of application, please submit a copy of any college degree, coursework, licenses, or certifications that you have referenced on your application. Applicants who have education obtained outside of the U.S. may need to provide proof of the equivalent U.S. education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service, such as the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (http://www.naces.org) or World Education Services: International Credential Evaluation (https://www.wes.org/).

Howard County Government is not sponsoring employees in application of the H-1B Visa or providing an extension of an existing H-1B Visa. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

Howard County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The County prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process should contact the Office of Human Resources directly at  HiringPreference@howardcountymd.gov. Requests for accommodations should not be attached to the application.