Park Manager (Operations Supervisor I) Recreation and Parks, Park Operations
Job Location:
Ellicott, MD - USA
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Job Summary
- POSITION SUMMARY/CLASS DESCRIPTION
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 innovation sustainability and consistently ranked as one of the best places to live and work in the 2025 Howard County Government received a record-breaking 83 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.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Park supervisor in charge of directing the maintenance operations and assists programming assigned regional community and neighborhood parks within the Howard County Park System.
STARTING SALARY HIRING RANGE:
$32.03 - $35.02/Hourly
$66629 - $72842/Annually*This is the anticipated starting salary range for this position. Please note that the final salary will be determined by the Office of Human Resources commensurate with experience and aligned to ensure internal equity with similarly situated roles.*
CLASS DESCRIPTION:
Performs supervisory and advanced level operations service work under general supervision from an administrative or technical superior. Work includes directing activities of one or more crews of laboring and/or motor equipment operation and repair personnel; driving and operating of heavy motor construction and complex mechanical equipment; may direct and participate in the day-to-day operations of a large-size site or sites.*This is a Classified position meaning that it is a part of the Howard County Classified Service upon completion of a probationary period of at least six (6) months*
*Please note that this position falls within a collective bargaining unit and is represented by AFSCME Local 3085 Local 3888 or Local 1810.*
*This position has beendesignatedas essential personnel meaning an employee is expectedto report for regular work shift during inclement weather emergency situations County holidays and on an on-call basis.
- ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Core Operations and Maintenance:
- Plans directs and coordinates park maintenance operations across regional community and neighborhood parks.
- Performs and oversees routine playground inspections maintenance audits logs and replacement recommendations.
- Coordinates playground inspection and installation projects and orders replacement parts.
- Performs routine maintenance and inspection of dams including high-hazard dams depending on assignment.
Staff Leadership and Supervision:
- Learns and performs all essential job functions accurately.
- Determines job priorities sets long- and short-term goals and assigns staff.
- Develops and sets staff schedules including weekends evenings holidays and special events.
- Manages union employees within AFSME 3085 chain of command.
- Trains staff in park operations maintenance techniques equipment use and safety procedures.
- Completes performance reviews for subordinate staff.
Project Contractor and Facility Oversight:
- Oversees work tasks inspects work in progress approves completed jobs and enforces safety regulations.
- Inspects work performed by contractors and developers and approves prior to payment.
- Develops specifications and purchasing documents for special projects supplies materials tools and equipment.
- Coordinates with other agencies for assistance with park projects and facility maintenance.
- Provides on-site management for special projects and events.
- Responsible for applying sustainability practices in all operations.
Public Interaction and Community Engagement:
- Engages with community groups sports organizations and the general public to provide support and respond to questions.
- Handles considerable public contact including Scout projects conflict resolution picnic shelter disputes inquiries and comments.
- Works closely with recreational staff to support programs.
- Coordinates meetings with community groups and county agencies.
Administrative and Reporting Responsibilities:
- Prepares incident reports police reports timesheets requisitions inspection forms chemical application cards park and pavilion forms monthly PDQ statements and vandalism logs.
- Estimates supplies and materials prepares supply requisitions and maintains current inventories of tools supplies materials and chemicals.
- Uses computer systems to review reservations for pavilions facilities and fields access email and complete performance evaluations.
- Assists supervisor with budget input and future site needs.
Emergency and Committee Participation:
- Serves on committees as assigned.
- Works and cooperates with coworkers and supervisors at all levels.
- Resolves unusual and complex maintenance and public-relations problems.
- Considered essential personnel and required to work during emergency situations including staffing the Department Operations Center.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Directly supervises full-time Park Maintenance Specialists Park Maintenance workers and Contingent employees. 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. Reviews individual progress reports time sheets leave requests accident reports and writes monthly reports on work accomplished maintains records of materials and supplies used man hours expended and other relevant information.- MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
High School diploma or GED and four (4) years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
PREFERRED EDUCATION KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:- College or university program certificate; or two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word Excel and Outlook.
- Possession of a valid Maryland Class C drivers 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.
- Obtain National Playground Safety Inspector Certification within two years of employment.
- Completion of required National Incident Management Systems (NIMS) training within 6 months.
- Maryland Boater Safety Operator Certification may be required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to use hands to touch handle or feel and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand walk and sit. The employee is occasionally required to 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 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision color vision peripheral vision depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions; extreme cold; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
LANGUAGE SKILLS MATHEMATICAL SKILLS AND REASONING ABILITY:
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Ability to read analyze and interpret general business periodicals professional journals technical procedures or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports business correspondence and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers clients customers and the general public.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts interest commissions proportions percentages area circumference and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
REASONING ABILITY:
Ability to define problems collect data establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
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.
Required Experience:
Manager
