Park Ranger Supervisor (Operations Supervisor I) Recreation & Parks, Natural & Historic Res.

Howard County:
Conveniently located in the heart of central Marylandbetween Baltimore and Washington Howard County offers the charm of a historic past mixed with the excitement of a cosmopolitan community.

Howard County Government:
Howard County Government is a leader in innovationsustainability and consistently ranked as one of the best places to live and work in the 2025 Howard County Government received a record-breaking 85 Achievement Awards from the National Association of Counties (NACo) the highest number of annual NACo awards achieved in the history of the State of Maryland and the highest number of awards out of any county in the State of Maryland which received a collective 136 awards. NACo is the leading organization representing county-level government operations. These awards recognize innovative and transformative programs that provide new services for county residents improve existing programs upgrade working conditions and enhance citizen participation and public policymaking.

What are we looking for
We are looking for outstanding individuals to join our team and contribute to excellence in Howard County operations.

What youll like most about working at Howard County Government:

• We are committed to workplace excellence in every area of County government.
• We have a highly talented diverse and inclusive workplace. Your input will not only be heard but it will be encouraged!
• We offer competitive compensation and great benefits including medical retirement and wellness programs.
• As a member of the Howard County Government team youll be helping drive our culture and directly impact what makes us an amazing place to work.

Include 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.
• Determines staffing assignments depending on program needs and workload.
• Develop and manages staff schedules including weekends evenings holidays special events and daily assignments.
• Conducts interviews and recommends hiring decisions.
• Oversee evaluations training counseling and disciplinary actions.
• Implement orientation and training of new hires in coordination with the Park Ranger Program Manager.
• Leads daily or weekly staff meetings safety briefings and communication assignments and departmental updates.

• Coordinates training with partner agencies (Howard County Police Animal Control Fire and Rescue Grassroots etc.)

• Oversees training operations for subordinates in all areas of Park Ranger duties equipment operation and safety compliance.

• Reviews approves and ensures completion of job hazard analyses for specific assignments.

• Directs and oversees the training of Park Ranger Sharpshooters.

• Purchases issues and inspects O.C. spray body armor uniforms and specialized safety equipment.

• Assist the Program Manager with the development of Policies and Procedures related to Park Ranger operations.

• Oversees the operational functions of the Park Ranger Section.

• Approves and reviews incident reports timesheets Department requisitions Kronos/SAP entries complaint and inquiry forms and Ranger program reports (daily monthly annual).

• Assist with the preparation and management of the annual budget for the Park Ranger program.

• Serves on assigned committees.

• Make purchases and ensures proper use and maintenance of PDQs and supporting documents.

• Approves subordinates purchases and expenditures per the operating budget.

• Oversees fleet maintenance mobile data computers two-way radios and 800MHz radio inventory.

• Maintains compliance with Howard County Police communication protocols.

• Provide guidance on the development and delivery of educational programming community outreach and interpretive events.
• Oversees the Park Watch volunteer program and ensures proper scheduling and coordination.
• Communicates with the public regarding parks issues and responds through the See Click Fix system.
• Resolves complex public relations problems.

• Coordinates enforcement actions with Forest Conservation and Open Space Inspectors including civil citations.

• Oversees processing distribution and management of incident reports citations enforcement database and other time sensitive documentation.

• Coordinates with the Departments Deer Management Program in Managed Hunt Sharpshooting operations and research projects.

• Supervise Division resources to ensure natural resource management and protection

• Plans and implements operational strategies for special events security assignments traffic and parking management.

• Coordinates monitors and provides support during emergency situations.

• Required to serve as DOC Supervisor when scheduled and maintain all required training.

• Identified as essential personnel and must report for duty during emergencies including DOC staffing.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This job directly supervises full-time Park Rangers. Responsibilities include: program supervision of regulation enforcement public outreach education and assists with Natural Resources programs including deer management. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organizations policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing hiring and training employees; planning assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

High School Diploma or GED and four (4) years related experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience.

PREFERRED EDUCATION KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in performing Park Ranger duties including enforcement and public outreach.
• Basic computer skills plus proficiency in MS applications & GIS mapping.
• Experience in security law enforcement park management or a related field.
• Associates Degree in law enforcement park management or a related field.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to stand; sit; use hands to touch handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop kneel crouch or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions (rain wind snow cold heat poor air quality sun etc.) and wildlife (snakes bees ticks rodents poisonous plants etc.). The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high precarious places; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to add subtract multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers common fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate ratio and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

• Possession of a valid Maryland Class C Driver License or equivalent issued by state of residence. This license must remain valid as long as the individual is employed in this class.

• Requires training and certification in various law enforcement practices and techniques including Oleoresin Capsicum (O.C.) chemical spray exposure.

• May be required to be licensed or the ability to obtain a Deer Cooperators License through Maryland Department of Natural Resources.

• Obtain Maryland Hunter Safety Certification or equivalent within one (1) year of employment.

• Completion of required FEMA ICS-100/700 training within six (6) months of employment.

• Obtain SAR-Tech III (Search and Rescue) Certification within one (1) year of employment.

• Obtain ATV Safety Institute within six (6) months of employment.

• Additional trainings and certifications as required.

• May also require training and certification in various law enforcement practices and techniques.

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 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 () or World Education Services: International Credential Evaluation ( 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 Countyis 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 statusmilitary 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 .Requests for accommodations should not be attached to the application.