Recreation and Parks Specialist Non-Merit

Salary: $15.45 - $16.53 Hourly

Location : Various locations throughout Baltimore County, MD

Job Type: NON-MERIT

Job Number: NM.156 03-24

Department: RECREATION & PARKS

Opening Date: 11/19/2024

Closing Date: Continuous

This job announcement may close at any time with little or no notice. Applicants are advised to apply promptly.

Several Recreation and Parks Specialist vacancies exist at various locations exist in the Baltimore County Department of Recreation and Parks.

Schedule: 10 to 17 hours per week or 18 to 29 hours per week.

All interested candidates must apply at this time.

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.
Examples of Duties

Job Purpose
Under supervision is responsible for the direct organization and leadership of a variety of recreation and nature programs; including, but not limited to teen centers, music, drama, tumbling, gymnastics and art.

Essential Job Duties

• Organize, supervise and instruct specialized programs for various age groups.
• Oversee the use of recreational facilities.
• Assist groups in planning and carrying out recreational programs.
• Update and maintain electronic and physical files and/or records.
• Create and design flyers, booklets, advertisement, brochures and/or reports.
• Meet with the community citizens groups.
• Supervise and train volunteer leaders.
• Maintain the recreational center in a safe and satisfactory condition.

Examples of Other Duties
Perform other duties as assigned.

NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for this position. They may not include all of the essential job functions of this position. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.
Qualifications

Training and Experience
Possession of a high school diploma or an appropriate equivalent
Specialization in recreational programs, preferred
Prior recreation leader experience helpful

Preferred Qualifications

• Skill in and appreciation of specialized recreational programs
• Experience with developing a well-balanced diversified program
• Practical knowledge of the skill to be learned
• Ability to work well with age group involved
• Ability to communicate clearly, effectively, and accurately, both orally and writing
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Knowledge of office procedures and filing systems
• Knowledge of automated office systems
• Skill in operation of office machineries
• Knowledge CPR and basic first aid

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Sufficient skill in and appreciation of the specialized program; to develop a well-balanced diversified program; a practical knowledge of the skill to be learned; ability to work well with age group involved; knowledge of first aid.
Proof of Degree Equivalency
Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. ( )

Mail or deliver documents to:
ATTN: Recreation and Parks Specialist
Office of Human Resources
Baltimore County Government
308 Allegheny Ave.
Towson, MD 21204

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE
Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.
Conditions of Employment

Physical and Environmental Conditions
The work of this position entails frequent walking, standing, and other limited physical activity

Employees in this classification may be assigned to work nights, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Employment Background Investigation
Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education, and fingerprinting checks.

Employment Benefits for Non-Merit or Non-Classified, Part-Time Employees

Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to part-time, non-merit or non-classified employees. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.

Smoke free workplace
All Baltimore County offices are smoke free.

Drug free workplace
Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination.

Employee Assistance Program
Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.

Health Insurance
In order to qualify for health insurance benefits (medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance), part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week.

Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include:

Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance.

Flexible Spending Accounts
Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.

Life Insurance
In order to qualify for life insurance benefits, part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week.

Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.

Retirement
Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System, with very limited exceptions.

Paid Leave
Sick Leave - Monthly sick leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. No maximum on accrual. Accrued balance can be applied toward service credit at retirement.

Vacation Leave - Monthly vacation leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. Earnings increase after five, ten and fifteen years of service generally.

Holidays - Part-time 30 to 39 hour non-merit or non-classified employees will generally be paid for ten holidays per calendar year. Other part-time, non-merit or non-classified employees working 29 hours per week or less will receive two paid holidays per calendar year. These holidays are the Christmas holiday and the Independence Day holiday.

Bereavement Leave
Jury Leave
Military Leave

Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union
Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.

Direct Deposit
Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.

Deferred Compensation
Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.

Disclaimer

This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.

01

The purpose of the supplemental questions listed below is to further evaluate your experience and education to determine your eligibility for this job classification. Answer each question accurately and thoroughly. To be considered for this position, the experience you indicate in your responses to the supplemental questions must also be described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application. If you cite experience in your response that is not included on the Work History/Experience section of this application, your application may be considered incomplete and you may not receive further consideration for this position. Questions with text answers require you to include the name of the employer/organization and dates of the specific experience.

• I have read and understand the above instructions.

02

Are you currently a full-time, part-time, or temporary employee of Baltimore County's General Government? Employees of Baltimore County's school system, library system, court system or community college system and employees of temporary services used by the county are not considered employees of Baltimore County's General Government.

• Yes
• No

03

Employees in this classification may be assigned to work nights, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

• Yes
• No

04

Select the type of driver's license you currently hold. Be sure you have provided your driver's license number, class and state in the previous section of this application.

• Commercial Driver's License equivalent to Commercial, Class A Maryland Driver's License.
• Commercial Driver's License equivalent to Commercial, Class B Maryland Driver's License
• Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a Commercial Class C Maryland Driver's License with a Passenger Endorsement.
• Non-Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a Non-Commercial, Class C Maryland Driver's License.
• Provisional Non-Commercial Driver's License equivalent to a Provisional Non-Commercial, Class C Maryland Driver's License.
• Driver's License Learners Permit
• I do not have a driver's license.

05

Possession of a high school diploma or an appropriate equivalent; plus specialization in recreational programs.

• Yes
• No

06

If you answered "Yes" to the above question, describe your work experience with specialized recreational programs. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties.Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application.If you answered "No" in the previous question, respond by entering N/A to this question.

07

Do you have experience with direct organization and leadership of a variety of recreation and nature programs; including, but not limited to after-school activities, fun centers, drop-ins, and arts and crafts?

• Yes
• No

08

If you answered "Yes" to the above question, describe your work experience with direct organization and leadership of recreation and nature programs; including, but not limited to after-school activities, fun centers, drop-ins, and arts and crafts.Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties.Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application.If you answered "No" in the previous question, respond by entering N/A to this question.

09

Select the types of activities you have organized for leagues, clubs, tournaments, exhibits, demonstrations, entertainment and/or other purposes.

• After-School Activities and Drop-Ins
• Athletics
• Arts and Crafts
• Gymnastics and Tumbling
• Indoor and Outdoor Sports
• Low-Organized Games
• Music and Dance
• Performing Arts and Drama
• Social Recreation
• Teen and Fun Centers
• Environmental Center/Study
• Nature Center/Study
• Special Events
• Other
• None of the above.

10

Do you have experience supervising and training volunteers?

• Yes
• No

11

Do you have prior experience as a recreation leader?

• Yes
• No

12

Do you have experience with developing a well-balanced diversified recreational program?

• Yes
• No

13

Bilingual- Do you have the ability to read, write and speak a language other than English?

• Yes
• No

14

If you answered "Yes" to the above question, what other language(s) do you read, write or speak.If you chose "No" in the previous question, respond by entering N/A to this question.

15

Microsoft Word How would you describe your level of experience using Microsoft Word?Qualified applicants selected for an interview for positions that require skill in MS Word will be asked to demonstrate their proficiency with MS Word as part of the selection process.

• I am an advanced user.
• I am an intermediate user.
• I am a beginner user.
• I do not have any experience using Microsoft Word.

16

Do you have experience creating and designing flyers, booklets, advertisement, brochures and/or reports?

• Yes
• No

17

LOCATIONS: Select the below preferred location you are available to work.

• Arbutus/Baltimore Highlands
• Bengies-Chase/Kingsville
• Berkshire-Eastwood/Gray Charles/North Point Village
• Carroll Manor/Cockeysville
• Catonsville
• Dundalk-Eastfield/Watersedge/Turner Station/Sollers Point
• Edgemere-Sparrows Point/West Inverness/Bear Creek
• Essex-Stembridge/Colgate
• Hereford/7th District/Prettyboy
• Liberty Road/Randallstown
• Loch Raven/Towson
• Lutherville-Timonium/Towsontowne
• Middle River
• Overlea-Fullerton/Rosedale
• Parkville
• Perry Hall/White Marsh
• Pikesville
• Reisterstown/Owings Mills
• Woodlawn-Edmondson-Westview
• None of the above.

18

Which of the following shifts would you be willing to work?

• 10 to 17 hours per week
• 18 to 29 hours per week
• None of the above.

19

The work of this position entails frequent walking, standing, and other limited physical activity.

• Yes
• No

20

Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education, and fingerprinting checks.Are you willing and able to accept these conditions of employment?

• Yes
• No

21

I understand I am responsible for maintaining the accuracy of my contact information, including my street address, my e-mail address, and my contact telephone numbers. My failure to maintain accurate contact information may result in my not receiving information regarding this job announcement and/or may result in my not being further considered for this employment opportunity. To update this information visit www.governmentjobs.com, click on the "career seekers" link, and follow the prompts.

• I have read and acknowledge the above instructions.

Required Question

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