Recreation Community Supervisor II

Recreation Community Supervisor II

Salary

$59,772.00 - $68,375.00 Annually

Location

Various locations throughout Baltimore County, MD

Job Type

MERIT

Job Number

05.107 06-26

Department

RECREATION & PARKS

Opening Date

06/04/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

A vacancy exists in the Department of Recreation and Parks for a Recreation Community Supervisor II.

Pay Schedule VI, Grade 29, Regular Schedule: 35 hours per week

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

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 transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time.

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) and professional license(s)/certification(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable.

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

Examples of Duties

Job Purpose

Under general supervision, plans, organizes, and supervises recreation and parks programs in a large park or a highly complex community regional facility of the County.

Essential Job Duties

• Plans, directs, and manages diverse recreation and parks programs for a wide range of groups, including all ages and special populations, at various community buildings, regional facilities, and large parks.

• Organizes, schedules, and conducts a variety of leisure programs, including athletics, fitness, nature, and arts and sciences.

• Directs and participates in County-wide and area-wide events.

• Organizes and directs community events and tournaments.

• Conducts surveys to determine County interests and needs and cooperates with county and community agencies to promote recreation programs.

• Develops budget estimates and monitors allocated operational and staffing budgets.

• Meets with school administrators and others to schedule and/or arrange the use of buildings, parks, and other facilities by the public.

• Ensures safety standards and required maintenance and/or custodial services are provided at the site.

• Attends meetings of civic and social organizations in the community.

• Acts as an administrator for the facilities and programs for the department.

• Publicizes recreation and park programs in newspapers and distributes informational materials to libraries and other community establishments to promote leisure services.

• Prepares budget estimates and assists in preparing financial statements for multiple facilities

• Assists in the purchase, inventory, and storage of supplies and equipment.

• Compiles program and facility reports as needed.

• Trains, supervises, and coordinates the work of subordinate full and part-time staff and volunteers.

• Sets priorities, interprets departmental policy, and manages the site.

• Ability to prepare payroll using Workday.

• Maintains a flexible work schedule and is reachable after hours to handle occasional program issues or emergencies.

Examples of Other Duties

Performs other related duties as required.

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

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelors degree in recreation and parks, physical education, business or public administration, behavioral or health sciences, education, or a closely related field;

Plus

Two years of progressively responsible experience in supervising a wide variety of organized recreation activities in a small community setting.

Education beyond a bachelors degree in one of the fields listed above may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Additional qualifying experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Entry Level)

• Knowledge of the principles, practices, and theory of programming recreational and leisure activities.

• Knowledge of adaptive recreational programs.

• Knowledge of the development and assessment of leisure activities for a community.

• Knowledge and ability to create, measure, and lay out athletic fields and diamonds.

• Skill in developing, organizing, and directing diversified recreational activities.

• Skill in planning and scheduling the use of buildings and other facilities.

• Skill in publicizing recreational activities.

• Skill in maintaining recreational and park facilities.

• Ability to recruit, train, and supervise subordinate recreation personnel, both salaried and volunteer.

• Ability to suggest, organize, and conduct fund-raising events.

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, including therapeutic recreation services.

• Knowledge of the scope of services provided by community agencies.

• Knowledge and ability to manage multiple regional facilities and parks.

• Knowledge of policies and procedures for permit allocation at regional facilities and parks

• Skill in preparing reports and documenting program activities.

• Skill in representing the County at recreation and parks council meetings and other community events.

Licenses and Certificates

Possession of a valid license equivalent to a noncommercial, class C Maryland drivers license is required at the time of appointment.

Proof of Licenses, Certifications, and Education

Applicants are required to submit proof of professional licenses, certifications, and education to meet the positions qualifications. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicants major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Failure to submit proof of professional licenses, certifications, and Education will result in your application not being considered.

Proof of Degree Equivalency

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

Mail or deliver documents to:

ATTN: Recreation Community Supervisor II

Office of Human Resources

Baltimore County Government

308 Allegheny Avenue

Towson, MD 21204

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

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE

Applicants will be evaluated based on their training and experience as stated in their application, including their responses to the supplemental questions. Applicants must clearly and completely state the dates and duties of their past and present experience for evaluation purposes.

Conditions of Employment

This position involves being reachable after hours, maintaining a flexible work schedule based on program needs, working nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Physical and Environmental Conditions

The work of this classification entails travel to recreation and park sites, facilities, and meetings throughout the County. Applicants must have a valid drivers license that is equivalent to a non-commercial Class C Maryland drivers license at the time of appointment.

Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation

Applicants selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, a drug screen, and an employment background investigation, including, but not limited to, a criminal background check, education verification, and a fingerprint check.

Employment Benefits for Full-Time, Merit or Classified Employees

Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to full-time,merit or classified employees. Some benefits vary for sworn employees of the Police and Fire Departments. 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.

Salary

Annual Salary review - Step increases may be granted on anniversary date based on satisfactory job performance

General Increases - Cost of living increases and adjustments may be granted as legislated.

Longevity Increases - In accordance with the specific pay schedule, a full-time merit or classified employee may receive a longevity increase, equivalent to one step, upon completion of a certain number of years of classified service with the County.

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

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

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 (ERS), with very limited exceptions.

Paid Leave

Paid benefits listed below vary depending upon the Classification.

Sick Leave

Vacation Leave

Personal Leave

Holidays

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.

Educational Assistance

70 to 80 percent tuition reimbursement following successful completion of pre-approved courses related to position. Amount of reimbursement and fiscal year dollar limitations vary with bargaining group.

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, Baltimore County Public Library, Baltimore Countys court systems, or Baltimore County Community College, and employees of temporary services used by the County are not considered employees of the Baltimore County General Government.

• Yes
• No

02

Please select the option that best describes your education and experience. You must submit proof of education as instructed on the job posting. If you do not submit proof of education, your application may not be considered further.

• Masters degree from an accredited college or university in recreation and parks, physical education, business, public administration, behavioral or health sciences, education, or a closely related field.
• Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in recreation and parks, physical education, business, public administration, behavioral or health sciences, education, or a closely related field; plus two years of responsible experience in supervising a wide variety of organized recreation activities in a community setting.
• Associates degree from an accredited college or university in recreation and parks, physical education, business, public administration, behavioral or health sciences, education, or a closely related field; plus four years of responsible experience in supervising a wide variety of organized recreation activities in a community setting.
• Possession of a high school diploma or an equivalent qualification, plus six years of responsible experience in supervising a wide variety of organized recreation activities in a community setting.
• I do not have any of the above combinations of education and experience.

03

Provide specific and detailed example(s) of the responsible experience you performed supervising a wide variety of organized recreation activities within a community setting. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application. Include the employer(s) and dates you performed these duties. If you chose "I do not have any of the above combinations of education and experience" in the previous question, respond by entering N/A.

04

Do you have experience planning, organizing, coordinating, or supervising sports programs, leagues, clinics, tournaments, or special events?

• Yes
• No

05

If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, provide specific example(s) of the experience you have planning, organizing, coordinating, or supervising sports programs, leagues, clinics, tournaments, or special events. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, in the Work History/Experience section of this application. Include the employer(s) and dates you performed these duties. If you chose "No" in the previous question, respond by entering N/A.

06

Supervision: Do you have supervisory work experience? Note: If you check "Yes" to this question, it means that you have or have had responsibility for administering disciplinary actions and conducting performance evaluations. Your supervisory experience MUST be consistent. Filling in for a manager when they are absent does not constitute full supervision of staff.

• Yes
• No

07

If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, provide specific example(s) of the supervisory duties you have performed. Include the employer(s) and dates you performed these duties. If you chose "No" in the previous question, respond by entering N/A.

08

Do you have experience developing, coordinating, or evaluating youth, family, or community enrichment programs at a recreation center, school, park, or community site?

• Yes
• No

09

If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, provide specific example(s) of the experience you have developing, coordinating, or evaluating youth, family, or community enrichment programs at a recreation center, school, park, or community site. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, in the Work History/Experience section of this application. Include the employer(s) and dates you performed these duties. If you chose "No" in the previous question, respond by entering N/A.

10

Do you have experience measuring and laying out athletic fields, including, but not limited to, soccer, lacrosse, football, baseball, field hockey, and other sports?

• Yes
• No

11

Provide specific example(s) of the experience you have measuring and laying out athletic fields, including, but not limited to, soccer, lacrosse, football, baseball, field hockey, and other sports. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application. Include the employer(s) and dates you performed these duties. If you chose "No" in the previous question, respond by entering N/A.

12

Do you have experience preparing for and managing summer camps, summer recreation programs, or drop-in programs serving participants of varying ages, abilities, and interests?

• Yes
• No

13

If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, provide specific example(s) of the experience you have preparing for and managing summer camps, summer recreation programs, or drop-in programs serving participants of varying ages, abilities, and interests. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, in the Work History/Experience section of this application. Include the employer(s) and dates you performed these duties. If you chose "No" in the previous question, respond by entering N/A.

14

Do you have experience coordinating staff, volunteers, equipment, schedules, or facility usage for recreation or community-based programs?

• Yes
• No

15

If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, provide specific example(s) of the experience you have coordinating staff, volunteers, equipment, schedules, or facility usage for recreation or community-based programs. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, in the Work History/Experience section of this application. Include the employer(s) and dates you performed these duties. If you chose "No" in the previous question, respond by entering N/A.

16

I understand I am responsible for maintaining the accuracy of my contact information, including my street address, e-mail address, and contact telephone numbers. My failure to maintain accurate contact information may result in me not receiving information regarding this job announcement and/or may result in me 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