The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission is an award-winning organization with over 5,000 employees that administers over 52,000 acres of stream valley parks, large regional parks, neighborhood parks and park-school recreation areas throughout the Montgomery and Prince George's Counties.
 

We are seeking a Recreation Specialist for our Southern Recreation and Leisure Services Division. This position will take the lead in developing and initiating the recreational programming and outreach for the division. Assists in supporting the regional special events and the two signature events. Implements and evaluates cultural recreational and sporting events within a facility or surrounding community. The Recreation Specialist position is responsible for coordinating activities and providing administrative and programmatic support for the Area Specialist. The employee will assist with the planning and the execution of signature events to ensure timely completion and achievement of agreed upon goals; assist with logistics and preparation of outdoor events; assist with correspondence as needed for events; assist with organizing and managing multiple events/projects; and assist with managing any databases as related to Special Events. Performs other related duties as assigned. 

• Assist Area Specialist and Senior Recreation Specialist in planning and executing large-scale community events, festivals, and special programs.
• Assist in developing and implementing programs, activities, and special events within two regional parks.
• Help coordinate senior-focused recreational programs, workshops, trips, and special events.
• Assist with the coordination of Concerts and Movies in the Park series.
• Create promotional content and support the marketing of programs and facilities through community outreach and engagement initiatives
• Work collaboratively with external and internal partners.
• Provide excellent internal and external customer service.
• Participate in departmental, divisional, or other committees as assigned.
• Assist with recruiting, selecting and training intermittent and volunteer staff for Divisional recreation programs. Schedules, and assigns work and equipment. Evaluates and supervises intermittent staff/volunteers.
• Prepares purchase requisitions, purchase card requests, check requests and assists in budget tracking, monitoring, and control. 
• Maintain organized digital files for contracts, invoices, purchase requisitions, and purchase card receipts.
• Manage event inventory and restock as needed.
• Prepare event materials, including signage, décor, and packets.
• Compile feedback from staff or participants to help evaluate and improve programs.
• Assist with event set-up and breakdown, including light lifting and equipment staging.
• Coordinate booking, transport, setup, staging, and breakdown of décor and furnishings for styled outdoor picnic experiences. 
• Other duties as assigned.

1. Bachelor's Degree in Parks and Recreation, Recreation Management, Sports Management, Leisure Studies, Physical Education or any related field.
2. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted, which together total four (4) years.
3. Valid driver's license in accordance with both State and Commission rules and regulations. Driver's licenses must be unencumbered by restrictions, revocations, suspensions, or points that could limit the employee's ability to drive Commission vehicles or perform driving duties required of the position.

Classification Specification: Recreation Specialist

May be subject to medical, drug and alcohol testing.

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.

Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or 301-454-1411 (Maryland Relay 7-1-1)

M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.