Recreation Specialist (11775, Grade 22)

Salary: $57,357.00 – $101,584.00 Annually

Location : Ft. Washington, MD

Job Type: Career

Job Number: 11775

Department: PGC Parks and Recreation

Opening Date: 09/07/2023

Closing Date: 10/7/2023 11:59 PM Eastern

Description

THIS IS RE-ADVERTISEMENT. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT REAPPLY.

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 III 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.

The budgeted salary range for this position is $57,357-$79,471. Salary is commensurate with experience.
Examples of Important Duties

1. Creates and implements multimedia marketing strategies, programs and initiatives including but not limited to special events, written materials, virtual programs.
2. Analyze statistical data in order to enhance marketing and outreach efforts and strategies and provides regular reports.
3. Marketing Division’s programs and special events for distribution to radio, television, newspapers, and public groups, such as flyers, brochures and rack cards, press releases, publications, promo items, ads, TV, radio, web, public service and newsletters.
4. Responsible for all community outreach efforts, including volunteer coordination for the division.
5. Responsible for managing an outreach team, media production team, videography, photography, and graphic and video design.
6. Oversee mobile programs, mobile units, and arts and crafts specialists to provide additional program support services to division programs and events.
7. Develop and maintain Southern Recreation and Leisure Services’ divisional newsletter and “Calendar of Events” which include festivals, regional and teen events.
8. Builds healthy relationships with government, homeowners associations, civic associations, recreation councils, community and faith-based organizations and non-profit groups.
9. Collaborating with other internal divisions to create and support an integrated approach to the development and implementation of communication strategies.
10. Coordinates with internal stakeholders and other divisions in Recreation and Leisure Services and Public Affairs and Community Engagement on collaborative efforts, promotion of programs, and other initiatives.
11. Responsible for identifying, securing, and managing resources for the division based on community and facility needs.
12. Performs administrative duties.
13. Performs other related duties as required or as directed by Supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications
1. Bachelor’s degree in parks and recreation or related field, and four years of related experience, or

2. An equivalent combination of education and experience,

3. Valid Maryland driver’s license or the ability to acquire one.
Supplemental Information
Classification/Spec Title: Recreation Specialist III
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.

THE MARYLAND-NATIONAL CAPITAL PARK AND PLANNING COMMISSION

2023 BENEFIT SUMMARY FOR MERIT SYSTEM EMPLOYEES

The following benefit summary is provided for informational purposes only and is not, nor should be construed as an employment agreement with the M-NCPPC, implied or actual. It is not all-inclusive and is subject to change. Benefits listed are extended to all Merit System employees of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). All plans are optional except the Defined Benefit and Long-Term Disability plans.

Eligibility
You have 45 days from your hire date to elect your benefits. Your coverage begins on the first of the month following receipt of your enrollment forms and required documentation.

Retirement Programs

• Defined Benefit Plan (Mandatory Participation) – Plan E excludes FOP members.

Plan: Employee Contribution
Plan C: 9%* of base salary (FOP members only) – *9.5% Effective 4/1/2023
Plan E: 4% of base salary up to maximum Social Security Wage Base (SSWB) and 8% in excess of SSWB.

• Deferred Compensation MissionSquare 457 plan (Optional)
• Traditional and Roth IRAs (Optional)

Health Insurance Plans (FOP Members Pay 23% for Medical, Prescription and Dental and same as all other employees for Vision.) All other employees pay percentage below.

• Medical
  • Kaiser Permanente Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) with Prescription Plan – (15%)
  • UnitedHealthcare Select Exclusive Provider Organization Health Plan (EPO) – (20%)
  • UnitedHealthcare Choice Plus Point of Service (POS) – (20%)
• Prescription – CVS Caremark – (15%)
• Dental – Delta Dental PPO and DeltaCare USA HMO – (20%)
• Vision – EyeMed – (80% of Low Option plan paid by Commission. Any balance paid by employee.)
  • Low, moderate, and high options are available. Frequency of covered services differs.

Flexible Spending Accounts (Employee Pays 100%)

• Medical Account – Maximum annual contribution: $2,850
• Dependent Care Account – Maximum annual contribution: $5,000

Long-Term Disability Insurance (Mandatory Participation)

• Employee Pays 20%: Commission Pays 80% (FOP Members Pay 100%)
• Benefits paid at 66 2/3% of base salary, maximum of $6,000/month

Supplemental Long-Term Disability Insurance (Employee Pays 100%)

• Benefits paid at 66 2/3% of base salary that exceeds $108,000; capped at $216,000

Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Employee Pays 20%: Commission Pays 80%)

• Two (2) times base salary; maximum benefit is $200,000 for each
• Automatic coverage with opt-out provision

Supplemental and Spouse/Dependent Life Insurance (Employee Pays 100%)

• Supplemental – 1,2,3,4, or 5 times base salary; maximum benefit is $750,000
• Spouse/Dependent Combination – $10,000/$5,000, $20,000/$10,000, or $30,000/$15,000

Sick Leave Bank (Contribution and Benefit hours prorated for part-time employees)

• Employees have 60 days from date of hire to enroll.
• Employee contributes 8 leave hours each year
• Annually covers up to 688 hours for own serious medical condition, and 480 hours for parental responsibilities (birthadoption or foster care), and 80-160 hours for serious medical condition of an immediate family member

Leave Programs

• Annual: 15 days per year
• Personal: 3 days per year (12-month waiting period)
• Sick: 15 days per year
• Holidays: 11 days per year

Other Benefits

• Credit Union
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Legal Services Plan
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Work-Life Program

For a more detailed description of benefits, please contact the Commission’s Health and Benefits Office at benefits@mncppc.org or 301-454-1694.

01

Which best describes your level of education?

• High School Diploma or GED
• Some College
• Associate’s Degree
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Master’s Degree

02

If you have a college degree, is it in the field of parks and recreation or a related field?

• Yes, my college degree is in the field of parks and recreation or a related field
• No, my degree is not in the field of parks and recreation or a related field
• I do not have a degree

03

If your degree is in a related field, please indicate your field of study here.

04

How may years of professional related experience do you possess?

• No Experience
• Less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 5 years
• 5 years to less than 6 years
• 6 years to less than 7 years
• 7 years to less than 8 years
• 8 years or more

05

Please tell us about your experience and education in the field of marketing and parks and recreation.

06

Please provide an example of a communication-focused or public engagement project you have worked on and tell us something you are proud of related to that effort. Please mention any writing, graphic design, web content, public meeting preparation and staffing, surveys, social media, or other communication materials you contributed to the project.

Required Question