Recreation and Parks - Bilingual Park Ranger Spanish/English - Temporary Non-Merit

Recreation and Parks - Bilingual Park Ranger Spanish/English - Temporary Non-Merit

Salary

$27.34 Hourly

Location

Various locations throughout Baltimore County, MD

Job Type

TEMPORARY

Job Number

NM.116 09-26

Department

RECREATION & PARKS

Opening Date

09/16/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

• Description
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A temporary non-merit vacancy exists in the Department of Recreation and Parks for a temporary Bilingual Spanish/English Park Ranger.

Temporary non-merit positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan.

Regular Schedule: 34 hours per week.

This is a one-year temporary agreement position.

Duration: March 20, 2027 to November 12, 2027.

This job announcement may close at any time with little or no notice. Applicants are advised to apply promptly.

Definition of Responsibility

Serves as a shift lead and oversees the daily operation and maintenance of the assigned facility. Makes visitor contacts in both English and Spanish to provide orientation and customer service information and assist other staff members in communicating in Spanish. Provides environmental education, nature, and watersports programs in both English and Spanish.

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

Current and future vacancies occurring in this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

All interested candidates must apply now.

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

You must attach your transcript(s)/degree(s), professional license(s)/certification(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable.

Failure to submit proof of licenses, certifications, and Education will result in your application not being considered. Submit proof of professional licenses, certifications, and/or education with each application.

Examples of Duties

Job Purpose

Under general supervision, provides specialized park safety and security services, including routine patrols of county parklands and facilities, ensuring compliance with park rules and ordinances.

Examples of Essential Duties

• Manages the daily operations of a park, beach, or other facility.
• Supervises, trains, and leads other recreation and park employees.
• Develops work schedules.
• Develops and oversees the completion of work projects.
• Participates in the development and publicizing of programming and event activity schedules.
• Assists in the development and implementation of recreation and parks, nature, and aquatics programming.
• Assists in planning, organizing, and conducting diversified nature and leisure programs.
• Patrols Baltimore County parklands and facilities by vehicle, bicycle, or on foot to maintain public safety and to ensure compliance with rules, regulations, and ordinances.
• May issue warnings and citations.
• Assists law enforcement agencies in crime prevention and reporting, search and rescue operations, parking and traffic regulations, and accident investigation.
• Maintains contact with other Department of Recreation & Parks employees and the county police department.
• Investigates violations, prepares reports, secures evidence, and testifies in court.
• May render assistance and first aid before the arrival of emergency medical personnel.
• Notifies the Bureau of Animal Services of injured or deceased wildlife.
• Assists Park patrons and visitors by answering questions relative to park amenities, programs, and rules and regulations in both English and Spanish.
• Cooperates with community and service groups in clean-up and park beautification projects.
• Assists other park staff in areas such as crowd control and traffic control.
• Ensures proper usage and care of facilities requiring a permit and resolves permit disputes.
• May provide security at special events.
• Assists, as necessary, with maintenance of buildings, grounds, and equipment.
• Inspects the site to ensure that facilities and equipment are in proper condition and that safety standards are maintained.

Examples of Other Duties

• Assists with the inspection of facilities.
• Assists with various maintenance duties essential to the operation of the park functions of each position in the class.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for this vacancy. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in the field of park operations, recreation, education, business administration, forestry, social sciences, history, or a natural resources or history-related field;

Plus

One year of experience in forest or park management, recreation, or natural resources management, law enforcement, or preparing, developing, or delivering programs that interpret natural, historical, cultural, or recreational features.

Experience as described in Examples of Essential Duties may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education.

Or

Possession of a Master's degree from an accredited college or university in the field of park management, recreation, education, business administration, forestry, social sciences, or a natural resources-related field may be substituted for one year of the required experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Fluent in speaking Spanish and English
• Experience managing a nature or recreation center, park, or related facility
• Supervising recreation staff
• Recruiting, training, and guiding volunteers for recreation-related facilities or functions
• Planning, organizing, and supervising nature, environmental, watersports, historical, and recreation and parks programs for a community
• Establishing and maintaining good working relationships with the public, other agencies, and co-workers
• Using computer programs for word processing, spreadsheets, e-mail/calendar software, and computer file management

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Entry Level)

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of environmental, historical, and related recreation and parks programs and activities.
• Knowledge of natural history, botany, zoology, and land and wildlife management.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of nature center, environmental center, and park operations.
• Knowledge of law enforcement techniques and policies.
• Knowledge of civil and traffic laws of the State of Maryland and Baltimore County.
• Knowledge of first aid.
• Ability to learn basic carpentry, plumbing, welding, and electrical tasks relating to general maintenance procedures.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to learn the Department of Recreation and Parks rules and regulations.
• Ability to react quickly, calmly, and decisively during emergencies, ensuring the safety of park visitors.
• Ability to plan, organize, develop, and direct naturalist, environmental, and historical programs.
• Ability to plan, coordinate, and direct the operation and maintenance of a recreation and parks nature, environmental, or historical center.
• Ability to supervise staff.
• Ability to recruit, train, and guide volunteers.
• Ability to represent the department at meetings and community events.
• Ability to prepare reports.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with recreation and parks councils, community groups, the public, other agencies, and co-workers.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Full Performance)

• Knowledge of County and departmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of departmental recreation and parks programs, services, and operations.
• Skill in planning, organizing, developing, and directing naturalist, environmental, and historical programs.
• Skill in planning, coordinating, and directing the operation and maintenance of a recreation and parks nature, environmental, or historical center.
• Skill in supervising staff.
• Skill in recruiting, training, and guiding volunteers.
• Skill in representing the department at meetings and community events.
• Skill in preparing reports.
• Skill in communicating effectively.

Licenses and Certificates

Possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a Noncommercial Class C Maryland Driver's License is required at the time of application.

May require training and certification in various law enforcement practices.

Current CPR and first aid certification.

Failure to submit proof of licenses, certifications, and Education may result in your application not being considered. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Proof of Degree Equivalency

Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalency documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.WES.org)

Mail or deliver documents to:

ATTN: Park Ranger I - Bilingual (Facility Operator I) - Non-Merit

Office of Human Resources

Baltimore County Government

308 Allegheny Ave.

Towson, MD 21204

You must attach your transcript(s)/degree(s), professional license(s), and certification(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable.

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE

Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience as stated on their applications, including answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.

Conditions of Employment

Employees in this classification may be assigned to work nights, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Licenses and Certificates

Possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a Non-Commercial Class C Maryland driver's license is required at the time of application.

May require training and certification in various law enforcement practices.

Current CPR and first aid certification.

Physical and Environmental Conditions

Employees in this classification may be required to travel to recreation and parks sites, facilities, and meetings throughout the County.

Employees will be required to walk on uneven surfaces, lift heavy objects, bend, stoop, climb ladders, and operate maintenance equipment.

Some work requires exposure to potentially hazardous conditions such as adverse weather.

Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation

Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening, and employment investigation, including, but not limited to, criminal background, education certification, and fingerprinting checks.

Please note: This is a one-year temporary agreement position. Duration: March 20, 2027 to November 12, 2027.

Employment Benefits for Non-Merit or Non-Classified, Part-Time Employees

Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to part-time, non-merit or non-classified employees. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.

Smoke free workplace

All Baltimore County offices are smoke free.

Drug free workplace

Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination.

Employee Assistance Program

Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.

Health Insurance

In order to qualify for health insurance benefits (medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance), part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week.

Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include:

Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance.

Flexible Spending Accounts

Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.

Life Insurance

In order to qualify for life insurance benefits, part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week.

Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employees annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.

Retirement

Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees Retirement System, with very limited exceptions.

Paid Leave

Sick Leave - Monthly sick leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. No maximum on accrual. Accrued balance can be applied toward service credit at retirement.

Vacation Leave - Monthly vacation leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. Earnings increase after five, ten and fifteen years of service generally.

Holidays - Part-time 30 to 39 hour non-merit or non-classified employees will generally be paid for ten holidays per calendar year. Other part-time, non-merit or non-classified employees working 29 hours per week or less will receive two paid holidays per calendar year. These holidays are the Christmas holiday and the Independence Day holiday.

Bereavement Leave

Jury Leave

Military Leave

Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union

Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.

Direct Deposit

Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.

Deferred Compensation

Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.

Disclaimer

This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.

01

Are you currently a merit (full-time), non-merit (part-time), or temporary employee of the Baltimore County General Government? Employees of Baltimore County Public Schools, the Baltimore County Public Library, Baltimore Countys court systems, or Baltimore County Community College, as well as employees of temporary services used by the County, are not considered employees of the Baltimore County General Government.

• Yes
• No

02

Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience/History" section of the application will result in your application not being considered.< b> A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for this position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

• I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

03

Are you willing to work in a position that requires travel between work sites using your personal transportation? A mileage allowance, set by Baltimore County Policy, shall be paid to County employees who use their privately-owned vehicles for official County travel necessary to carry out the required or authorized duties of their positions. Possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a Non-Commercial Class C Maryland driver's license is required at the time of application.

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have a current CPR and Basic First Aid certification? You MUST attach proof of your current CPR and/or Basic First Aid Certification to the application.

• Yes
• No

05

Select the choice that best describes your educational background and experience. You MUST attach proof of education to your application to receive credit.

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Masters degree in park management, recreation, education, business administration, forestry, social sciences, or a natural resources-related field.
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelors degree in park operations, recreation, education, business administration, forestry, social sciences, history, or a natural resources or history-related field. Plus, one year of experience in forest or park management, recreation, or natural resources management, law enforcement, or preparing, developing, or delivering programs that interpret natural, historical, cultural, or recreational features.
• Associate of Arts degree from an accredited college or university in park operations, recreation, education, business administration, forestry, social sciences, history, or a natural resources-related field. Plus at least three years experience as described in the Examples of Essential Duties.
• High school diploma or equivalent. Plus at least five years experience as described in the Examples of Essential Duties.
• Not Applicable. I do not have any of the combinations of education and/or experience described above.

06

Provide specific example(s) of your experience in forest or park management, recreation, or natural resources management, law enforcement, or preparing, developing, or delivering programs that interpret natural, historical, cultural, or recreational features. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, in the Work History section of this application. If you chose "Not Applicable" in the previous question, respond by entering N/A.

07

Are you fluent in speaking Spanish and English?

• Yes
• No

08

Do you have experience patrolling nature centers, natural areas, historical centers, parklands, and facilities by vehicle and/or on foot to maintain public safety and to ensure compliance with rules, regulations, and ordinances?

• Yes
• No

09

If you answered yes to the previous question, provide specific example(s) of the experience you gained patrolling nature centers, natural areas, historical centers, parklands, and facilities by vehicle and/or on foot to maintain public safety and to ensure compliance with rules, regulations, and ordinances. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, in the Work History section of this application. If you chose "No" in the previous question, respond by entering N/A.

10

Select the task(s) for which you have supervisory experience in the procurement of goods, services, supplies, maintenance, facilities, and equipment. Check all that apply.

• Ensures safety standards and required maintenance and/or custodial services are provided at the site.
• Inspects sites to ensure that facilities and equipment are in proper condition and that safety standards are maintained.
• Ensures proper use and care of permit-required facilities and resolves permit disputes.
• Assists in maintaining buildings, grounds, and equipment.
• Not applicable: No supervisory responsibilities as described above.

11

Do you have experience supervising, training, and leading other recreation and park employees, and developing work schedules?

• Yes
• No

12

Microsoft Word: How would you describe your level of experience using Microsoft Word software?

• I am a beginner user
• I am an intermediate user
• I am an advanced user
• No experience using Microsoft Word software.

13

PowerPoint: Select the option that best describes your experience using Microsoft PowerPoint software.

• Create presentations without including multimedia (photos, video, audio, etc)
• Design, plan, and create multimedia presentations
• No experience as described above

14

Email/Calendar: Select the choice that best describes your experience using Outlook or other e-mail/calendar software.

• Maintain calendars for multiple users; schedule events; create, send, and receive email correspondence with attachments
• Schedule events; create, send, and receive email correspondence with attachments
• Create, send, and receive email correspondence
• No experience as described above.

15

Internet: Select the choice that best describes your experience using the Internet.

• Research topics: download and save text and image files
• Research topics: download and save text files
• Research topics
• No experience as described above.

16

Employees appointed to this position may require training and certification in various law enforcement practices. Are you willing and able to accept these conditions of employment?

• Yes
• No

17

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 about this job announcement and/or 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 acknowledge the above instructions.

Required Question

Employer Baltimore County

Address 308 Allegheny Avenue

Towson, Maryland, 21204

Phone 410-887-3135

Website http://www.baltimorecountymd.gov