Part-time Contingent Facility Leader - Robinson Nature Center - Recreation & Parks

Part-time Contingent Facility Leader - Robinson Nature Center - Recreation & Parks

Salary

$16.00 - $21.00 Hourly

Location

Robinson Nature Center, 6692 Cedar Lane, Columbia, MD

Job Type

Contingent

Job Number

9988-07152026

Department

Recreation & Parks

Opening Date

07/16/2026

Closing Date

8/7/2026 12:00 AM Eastern

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POSITION SUMMARY/CLASS DESCRIPTION

BRIEF DESCRIPTION:

This position performs intermediate level recreation services work ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the Center. This position provides support to the full-time staff of the Center. This position will work closely with the Program Manager for assistance with program marketing including Social Media posts, flyers, posters, and other duties as assigned. This position will assist in providing customer service and support for center operations.

This position serves as a part-time role and provides coverage for same-day staffing needs including employee callouts. Schedules are based on operational needs and may vary from week to week. Weekend and evening availability is required. Please note that there are no guaranteed minimum hours per week.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Duties include but are not limited to the following:

• Assist with ActiveNet memberships, general admissions and program/special event registration.
• Perform opening and closing duties as assigned, including responsibility of keys, alarm codes, and gates.
• Greet all visitors, directs guests around the Center based on their interests or purpose for visiting.
• Daily monitoring of RNC voicemail and directing messages to appropriate party.
• Make phone calls as directed contacting participants with cancellations, program updates and maintain program wait lists. Perform refunds when necessary.
• Set up and take down equipment for non-package rentals and special events.
• Create and maintain permits for Birthday Party rentals.
• Answer a multi-line phone and directs calls to the appropriate staff member.
• Use multi-channel scanning County radio.
• Provide marketing and program promotion to customers.
• Keep outside and inside kiosks and classrooms restocked with appropriate literature.
• Perform data processing including program attendance, rental attendance and special event attendance.
• Assist with gift shop sales, product placement, and inventory.
• Maintain Outlook calendars with RNC programs, rentals, and meetings.
• Maintain cleanliness of Discovery Room, Gift Shop and front Lobby.
• Communicate clearly and courteously with the public and coworkers, including issues that could affect public safety.
• Provide support to full-time staff as needed.
• File permits and other paperwork.
• Provide administrative support including data processing, filing, completing center forms and daily cash drops.
• Monitor center patrons and enforce center rules. Report accidents, injuries, incidents and property loss/damage.
• Perform RNC safety and maintenance checks throughout the day.
• May be involved in handling emergency situations (i.e. customer accident/injury, inclement weather, lost child)
• Work with Administrative Aide and Program Manager on issues pertaining to registration, rentals, Gift Shop, and Discovery Room.
• Relay exhibit and building operational and safety concerns to FT staff as necessary.
• Wear Recreation and Parks shirt and employee badge.
• Be trained in the use of the AED, CPR and First Aid and other trainings as assigned by supervisor
• Assist with animal care as needed.
• Availability and flexibility to cover a variety of shift times as needed. Including early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

LEVEL II DUTIES:

Duties include all of the above plus the following:

• Expert proficiency with ActiveNet membership and program registration to include running detailed reports and troubleshooting.
• Sets a positive example for fellow contingent staff, provide leadership and share knowledge.
• Ability to advise and train other contingent staff.
• Provide facility tours.
• In absence of full-time staff, be the point-of-contact for facility, rental, and grounds concerns for internal and external customers.

SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

Read and follow written directions. Able to work independently on all shifts (late night and early morning and weekends). Ability to communicate with public safety officials in emergency and non-emergency situations, communicate with park officials, complete detailed reports, ability to manage numerous activities within a facility. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to maintain effective relationships with the public. Be flexible, reliable, responsible and enjoy working with the general public.

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

EDUCATION:

Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a high school diploma or GED equivalency.

EXPERIENCE:

Level I: Have a basic understanding of recreation and park operations and two-years of experience working with the public in a variety of settings. Must have basic knowledge of nature center operations.

Level II: Have an advanced knowledge of nature center operations and a minimum of one year experience at Robinson Nature Center.

RATE OF PAY:

Contingent - (salary commensurate with experience)

Level I: Minimum wage - $18.00/hour (Paraprofessional)

Level II: $18.00 - $21.00/hour (Professional)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/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.

The employee is required to stoop, kneel, crouch, and occasionally crawl. The employee will use his hands to hold hand tools. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. The employee is regularly required to sit, reach with hands and arms, and climb or balance. The employee must be able to talk and hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to 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 regularly exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

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 application. Applicants 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 (http://www.naces.org) or World Education Services: International Credential Evaluation (https://www.wes.org/).

Howard 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 County is 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 status, military 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 HiringPreference@howardcountymd.gov. Requests for accommodations should not be attached to the application.

Employees in this category may not be eligible for all County benefits.

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I understand that this is a support position with schedules based on operational needs, and that there may be weeks when I am not scheduled to work. I also understand that this position requires flexibility and regular availability to work evenings and weekends, and I certify that I am generally available to work these shifts.

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• No

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This position requires occasional Saturdays, Sundays, as well as occasional evenings. Are you available for these shifts?

• Yes
• No

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Do you possess any previous customer service experience? If so, please describe your experience.

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Please describe any education or experience you possess that involves natural sciences or teaching.

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Do you have any experience with a Point of Sale (POS) system? If yes, please describe your experience and comfort level.

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Please describe your experience with any digital spreadsheet software (Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel, SharePoint Sheets, etc.

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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 understand the language outlined above.

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I certify that the information submitted in this application is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I understand that providing false, erroneous, and/or misleading information may result in elimination from the hiring process and termination of employment if hired.

• I have read and understand the language outlined above.

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Employer Howard County Government

Address 3430 Court House Drive

Ellicott City, Maryland, 21043

Phone 410-313-2033

Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/howardcounty