• Riverdale, MD
  • $20.50–$23 Per Hour
5 days ago

Job Description

Special Events Parker

Salary

$20.50 - $23.00 Hourly

Location

Landover, MD

Job Type

Seasonal

Job Number

SEP.26

Department

PGC Parks and Recreation

Division

Aquatics and Athletic Fac Div

Opening Date

10/27/2026

Closing Date

11/11/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

  • Description
  • Benefits
  • Questions

Description

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC), Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince Georges County is seeking qualified candidates to serve as Event Parkers at the Prince Georges Sports and Learning Complex - Landover, Maryland. This is an outdoor based position and requires staff to direct vehicles, manage parking operations, assist guests, and maintain safety throughout the facility parking lot grounds. Employees must be comfortable working in all weather conditions and standing, walking, and moving throughout large parking areas for extended periods of time.

Event Parkers - $20.50 - $23.00/hour

For more information about the Seasonal Hiring process and application status for Prince George's County Parks and Recreation, please contact Brenda Miller at Brenda.Miller@Pgparks.com.

Examples of Important Duties

Example of Important Job Duties

  • Enforces all rules and regulations as they relate to program and event rental safety outside.
  • Completes daily duties, including safety checks and oversight of parking and or event/program areas.

Other Duties

  • Directs and monitor general public upon arrival along with providing general information pertaining to the complex and scheduled programs/events as needed.
  • Availability to work scheduled shifts including but not limited to nights, weekends and holidays.
  • Attends meetings, and all other required trainings.
  • Secure parking areas to include locking gates, setting up signage, traffic cones and barricades.
  • Ability to lift 25 lbs.
  • Performs other related work duties and/or special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

  • Candidates must be at least 18 years of age, have High School diploma or GED, some college or trade, education/technical training, and/or related experience within one of the outlined technical disciplines required.
  • Complete an online application via this job posting.

Candidates will interview with Events Management team members. Employment is based on successful completion of the required interview and hiring process.

Must commit to working for the Department of Parks and Recreation for a 1 year timeframe.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills

  • Must have strong interpersonal skills and work well with the public and other staff.
  • Communicates instructions in a professional and enthusiastic manner.
  • Ability to establish a positive rapport by using tact and discretion with participants, and attendees.
  • Must display a high degree of emotional maturity while keeping difficult situations in proper perspective.
  • Deal effectively with the public.
  • Must be able to process information quickly and accurately.
  • Must be able to work independently and collaboratively

Work schedule will be determined by event rental, facility scheduling and program offering needs. Qualified candidates will work with a diverse type of rental event clientele including seniors, youth, teens, and adult populations. Participating in various events/programs such as; athletics, job fairs, expos, and community based programs.

Candidate must be able to work in all types of weather, such as: rain, snow, heat and cold temperatures, primary work location is outside. Also, candidate must be able to stand for long periods of time.

Supplemental Information

May be subject to drug and alcohol testing.

Supplemental Information

  • This position is seasonal/part-time and does not include a benefit package.
  • Based on experience. This position pays at a rate of $20.50 - $23.00/hour.
  • Must complete and clear a criminal background investigation prior to hire

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.

Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require accommodation or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or 301-454-1411. (Maryland Relay 7-1-1) M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.

THE MARYLAND-NATIONAL CAPITAL PARK AND PLANNING COMMISSION

2026 BENEFIT SUMMARY FOR SEASONAL INTERMITTENT EMPLOYEES

The following information is a summary of benefits extended to all Seasonal employees of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). This is for informational purposes only and is subject to change.

Limited Benefits for Seasonal Employees

Health Insurance Plans

You are eligible for specific health insurance benefits if you worked, on average, 30 hours per week during your first 12 months of employment or from October 3rd to October 2nd each subsequent period following your first 12 months of employment. This equates to 1,560 hours over a 12-month period.

If and when you are eligible for benefits, you will receive notification directly from the Health & Benefits Office.

Eligible Employees Pay 35% of the health insurance plan premium and The Commission Pays 65%.

  • Medical

  • Kaiser Permanente Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) with Prescription Plan

  • UnitedHealthcare Select Plan (EPO)

  • Prescription: CVS Caremark Prescription Plan

Other Benefits

  • Credit Union
  • Sick Leave Benefits

This summary is intended to highlight some of the benefits offered by the M-NCPPC. It is not an all-inclusive agreement and is subject to change. For a more detailed description of benefits, please see the appropriate benefits brochure, service agreement or manual. For more information, contact The Health and Benefits Office at benefits@mncppc.org or 301-454-1694.

01

Are you able to stand for long periods of time with extensive movement?

  • Yes
  • No

02

Are you able to work in all types of weather conditions for long periods of time?

  • Yes
  • No

03

Are you available early mornings, evenings, and weekends?

  • Yes
  • No

Required Question

Employer The Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning Commission

Address 6611 Kenilworth Ave

Riverdale, Maryland, 20737

Website https://www.mncppc.org/jobs

Numbers & Facts

LocationRiverdale, MD
Salary$20.50–$23 Per Hour

Skills

  • Athleticsunmatched
  • Background Investigationunmatched
  • Calendar Managementunmatched
  • Community Programsunmatched
  • Credit Unionunmatched
  • Employee Benefitsunmatched
  • Groundskeepingunmatched
  • Health Maintenance Organization (HMO)unmatched
  • High School Diplomaunmatched
  • Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
  • Job Fairsunmatched
  • Lift/Move 25 Poundsunmatched
  • Operations Managementunmatched
  • Parks & Recreationunmatched
  • Regulationsunmatched
  • Rentalsunmatched
  • Sportsunmatched

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