Part Time Park Ranger

Salary: $16.02 Hourly

Location : Parks & Recreation Division – Frederick, MD

Job Type: Part-Time Non-Benefited

Job Number: FY24-00075

Department: Parks and Recreation Division

Opening Date: 08/22/2023

Closing Date: Continuous

JOB INFORMATION

The Frederick County Division of Parks & Recreation is committed to the highest level of care of our natural and historic resources while making the park facilities and recreational programs available to all. We believe that the benefits of parks & recreation are far reaching and vital to each and every individual, family, and community in Frederick County.

The Recreation Department seeks to enhance the quality of life of county residents by providing innovative activities and programs that meet the recreational needs of Frederick County communities. We encourage participation in a variety of recreational opportunities that foster enjoyment and lifelong learning.

POSITION DETAILS:
Non-exempt; part-time; estimated 40-96 hours per month; variable hours and work schedule; Monday – Sunday; 4:30 a.m. – 12:30 a.m.; no-benefits

This position will perform a wide variety of duties providing park security presence, monitoring visitor activities, and performing opening/closing duties, to include basic custodial tasks for visitor use at various County parks. Work is performed at times when needed to assure patrol coverage, facility protection and to enhance visitor safety on Frederick County Park property and must be completed in all types of weather conditions. Supervision is received from the Park Ranger Supervisor.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Communicate with the public on matters of park rules and regulations; write citations as needed
Patrol and inspect assigned park areas (on foot, on bicycle, or in County vehicle) to provide visible security for park users and park facilities
Open parks; assess park grounds and shelters to determine if maintenance/clean-up is needed prior to visitor use; perform clean-up tasks to include trash pick-up/removal, bathroom cleaning and servicing, shelter cleaning, and basic mechanical work
Secure parks at closing time by ensuring that all visitors have left, all buildings are secure and gates are locked
Monitor security cameras and report any suspicious activity to the Supervisor or Frederick County Sheriff’s Office
Conduct routine checks of facility conditions, lighting, cleanliness and safety/emergency equipment
Assist with crowd control and parking at large park events and provide emergency assistance to park patrons, as needed
Provide park patrons with information pertaining to facility reservations, Parks and Recreation events and other available activities
Assist with reservation conflicts, maintenance issues, safety issues and facility rental concerns
Maintain and submit a daily activity shift summary, incident reports, vandalism reports and other paperwork
Maintain assigned vehicle in presentable appearance/condition
Assist in the identification of park security issues and recommend resolution strategies
Perform other related duties as required

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. In addition to the duties listed in the Essential Duties section, each employee in this classification may perform the following other duties. Any single position may not be assigned all duties listed above, nor do the examples cover all duties that may be assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
The qualifications / requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical demands or working conditions 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.

Minimum age 18 years
High school graduation or the equivalent
Minimum 6 months of closely related park ranger, natural resource conservation, or law enforcement work experience OR 1 year of customer service work experience
Possession of a valid automobile operator’s license
Current certifications in First Aid and CPR, or the ability to become certified within 90 days of hire and to maintain certifications thereafter

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:

Ability to obtain and maintain a Frederick County Employee Driving Permit
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the general public
Effective spoken and written (English) communication skills including the ability to accurately maintain schedules and complete forms and reports, and to provide information and direction to park users
Ability to effectively access and utilize computerized systems and equipment
Demonstrate independent judgment with the ability to recognize and approach potentially dangerous situations and utilize conflict resolution skills
Ability to represent the division and Frederick County in a positive manner
Ability to work unsupervised while maintaining a high level of honesty, integrity and self-motivation
Ability to maintain professional attitude, appearance, manner and actions while on duty

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS:

While working in this position, the employee is required to frequently sit, walk, lift up to 50 pounds, perform repetitive motions and drive; occasionally stoop, push up to and over 40 pounds, pull up to 40 pounds and reach; and rarely climb, stoop/kneel/crouch, crawl, lift over 50 pounds and pull over 40 pounds
While working in this position, the employee is required to frequently work outdoors, work in a dirty environment, and work in confined spaces; occasionally work indoors, walk on uneven ground, work in cold temperatures below 32 degrees, work in a dusty and noisy environment, has potential exposure to infectious diseases and is required to wear protective equipment; and rarely works in hot temperatures above 100 degrees, works at heights, near machinery and chemicals or fumes
Physical requirements include the ability to walk/run through cleared or wooded park areas; to work outside in all weather conditions; to open, close, lock and otherwise secure gates, doors and other such devices; to complete basic custodial and maintenance tasks. If assigned to patrol by use of bicycle, must be physically able to perform those duties as well.
Ability and willingness to work in adverse driving conditions

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / EXAMINATION PROCESS

Ability and willingness to successfully complete law enforcement training and other job-related training
Available for varied weekday and/or weekend schedule as needed to accommodate park hours, seasonal activities, holidays and special events; typical summer coverage weekdays (4:00 p.m. – 12: 30 a.m.), weekends (4:30 a.m. – 12:30 a.m.); typical winter coverage weekdays (4:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.), weekends (4:30 a.m. – 11:30 p.m.)
Available on-call for emergency situations and special staffing needs
This position is subject to random drug testing

KIND OF EXAMINATION (may include):

An evaluation of training and experience
One or more interviews
A pre-employment background investigation
A pre-employment drug test and physical examination

Position is not eligible to receive benefits with exception to the 457 Plan as listed below.

Savings Plan – Deferred Compensation:
The County offers a Section 457 Plan. Deferred compensation plans allow participants to save for retirement now and pay taxes later by contributing a portion of their salaries pre-tax to the plan. Contributions are invested at the employee’s direction into one or more of the variety of investment options offered by the plan. Changes may be made to the contribution levels, investment options, etc. at any time.

Are you at least 18 years of age?

Do you have possession of a valid automobile operator’s license ?

Have you earned a high school diploma or the equivalency?

Do you have at least 6 months of closely related work park ranger, natural resource conservation, or law enforcement work experience?

Please provide details regarding that work history in the text area below. The work history details provided should include the employer or organization name, dates of employment/service and the duties you performed.NOTE: If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related work experience, based on the information submitted, you will not be granted the requirement.

Do you have a minimum 1 year of customer service work experience?

This part-time non-benefited positon is estimated to work 40-80 hours per month. These hours are varied and follow the work scheduled as outlined below.• Typical summer coverage weekdays (4:00 p.m. – 12: 30 a.m.), weekends (4:30 a.m. – 12:30 a.m.)• Typical winter coverage weekdays (4:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.), weekends (4:30 a.m. – 11:30 p.m.)Availability for varied weekday and/or weekend schedule as needed to accommodate park hours, seasonal activities, holidays and special events is also required.Choose the option “yes” below if you understand that if hired into this position, you will be expected work a schedule determined by the Division of Parks and Recreation based on the work hours as outlined above.

Required Question

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Job Category

Sports, Fitness and Recreation

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Job Type

Part Time

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Salary

USD 16.02 per hour

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Country

United States

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City

Frederick

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Career Level

unspecified

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Company

Frederick County, MD

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JOB SOURCE

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/frederickmd/jobs/4174278