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Recreation Community Programming Supervisor I – Special Events

Baltimore County, MD
Cockeysville, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 10/4/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/4/2025
Salary
$51,250.00 - $58,600.00 Annually
Location
Cockeysville, MD
Job Type
MERIT
Job Number
05.106 10-25
Department
RECREATION & PARKS
Opening Date
10/03/2025
Closing Date
Continuous

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

A vacancy exists in the Department of Recreation and Parks for a Recreation Community Programming Supervisor I – Special Events.

Pay Schedule VI, Grade 26, Regular Schedule: 35 hours per week

Definition of Responsibility
Manages and supports the operations of the Department of Special Events. Serves as a recreation supervisor by assisting the Community Supervisor II – Special Events and the Recreation Regional Coordinator with planning, organizing, and overseeing special events.

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

Current and future vacancies occurring within 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)/or degree(s), and/or 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, certification, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Examples of Duties

Job Purpose
Under general supervision, coordinating logistics, supervising staff and volunteers, ensuring compliance with departmental policies, and supporting the successful delivery of high-quality recreational experiences for the community.

Essential Job Duties


  • Develop and implement comprehensive county-wide special events and recreational programs that meet the diverse needs and interests of constituents.
  • Plan, organize, and coordinate a variety of recreational and nature events, including site-based and community events, and participate in Departmental outreach.
  • Collaborate with community organizations, recreation councils, and partners to enhance Special Event offerings and promote participation.
  • Work with outside organizations, vendors, and partners to establish agreements, including vendor acknowledgments, performer agreements, Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs), and license agreements, as necessary to support events and programs.
  • Drive trailers and UTVs, transport and set up special events tents and supplies, and perform site walk-throughs.
  • Recruit vendors, exhibitors, and performers, and complete related event paperwork.
  • Work collaboratively across all divisions of the Department, supporting programming in Special Events, Summer Camps, Therapeutic Recreation, Recreation Activity Centers, and Nature/Environmental/Agricultural initiatives.
  • Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate program coordinators, staff, and volunteers.
  • Develop and manage budgets for special events and related programs, ensuring resources are allocated effectively and responsibly.
  • Maintain and update program policies and procedures in compliance with safety regulations, departmental standards, and Baltimore County Government best practices.
  • Conduct evaluations and assessments of program and event effectiveness; analyze results and recommend improvements.
  • Assist the Department’s Marketing and Communications team to promote programs and special events through print, digital, and community outreach channels.
  • Provide excellent customer service to participants, addressing inquiries, concerns, and feedback promptly and professionally.
  • Foster a positive and inclusive environment that promotes teamwork, creativity, and personal growth among staff and participants.
  • Stay current with trends and best practices in recreation, event management, and parks programming.
  • Enter, track, and monitor programs and participant data using the Department’s registration software (CivicRec).
  • Work a flexible schedule that regularly includes evenings, weekends, and holidays to oversee and support community events.

Examples of Other Duties
Perform 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 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

Required Qualifications

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

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

Preferred Experience
Two years of experience in program development and management, preferably in a recreation or nature setting.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Entry Level)

  • Knowledge of recreation and event principles, techniques, and trends
  • Knowledge of the principles, practices, and theories related to planning, organizing, and implementing Department-wide special events and recreational and nature activities.
  • Knowledge of the principles and practices of community recreation.
  • Knowledge in computer applications related to program management and reporting.
  • Knowledge of budgeting, financial management, and resource allocation.
    Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact with diverse groups of individuals.
  • Strong leadership and supervisory skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire the team.
  • Excellent organizational and time management abilities, with the capacity to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.

  • Ability to manage all aspects of special event operations, including logistics, staffing, budgeting, and evaluation.
  • Ability to multitask and track relevant event information for multiple events and adapt to multi-event needs as they arise.
  • Ability to manage a recreation center, park, or related facility.
  • Ability to supervise, train, and evaluate staff.
  • Ability to recruit, train, and guide volunteers.
  • Ability to supervise the receipt and accounting of fees.
  • Ability to forecast, collect, and prepare payroll and budget sheets.
  • Ability to assist in the planning, organizing, and supervising of recreation and parks programs for a community.
  • Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with the public, other agencies, and co-workers.
  • Ability to represent the department at meetings.
  • Ability to work special events on occasion, including nights, weekends, and holidays, with advanced notice, and manage a variable work schedule.

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.
  • Knowledge of the principles and practices of managing a recreation facility.
  • Skill in marketing, design, and writing related to event promotion and communication.
  • Skill in the management of a recreation center, park, or related facility.
  • Skill in the supervision and training of staff.
  • Skill in recruiting, training, and guiding volunteers.
  • Skill in supervising the receipt and accounting of fees.
  • Skill in gathering fiscal data and preparing financial reports.
  • Skill in assisting in the planning, organizing, and supervising of recreation and parks events for a community.
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 appointment.

Preferred Certification
CPR and First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain).

Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education

Applicants are required to submit proof of education to meet the required qualifications for this job. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Proof of professional licenses, certifications, and education must be submitted with each application.

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 I
Office of Human Resources
Baltimore County Government
308 Allegheny Ave.
Towson, MD 21204

You must attach your transcript(s)/degree(s), and/or professional license(s) 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 application, which includes 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

Physical and Environmental Conditions

  • The work of this classification entails some physical labor, including walking over rough and uneven surfaces in the inspection of facilities and grounds, and some lifting and carrying of items.
  • The work entails travel to recreation and park sites, facilities, and meetings throughout the County.

  • Possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a noncommercial, class C Maryland driver's license is required at the time of appointment.
  • Employees in this classification are required to work nights, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

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.

Employer
Baltimore County
Address

308 Allegheny Avenue

Towson, Maryland, 21204

Phone
410-887-3135
Website
http://www.baltimorecountymd.gov

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

A vacancy exists in the Department of Recreation and Parks for a Recreation Community Programming Supervisor I – Special Events.

Pay Schedule VI, Grade 26, Regular Schedule: 35 hours per week

Definition of Responsibility
Manages and supports the operations of the Department of Special Events. Serves as a recreation supervisor by assisting the Community Supervisor II – Special Events and the Recreation Regional Coordinator with planning, organizing, and overseeing special events.

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

Current and future vacancies occurring within 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)/or degree(s), and/or 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, certification, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Examples of Duties

Job Purpose
Under general supervision, coordinating logistics, supervising staff and volunteers, ensuring compliance with departmental policies, and supporting the successful delivery of high-quality recreational experiences for the community.

Essential Job Duties


  • Develop and implement comprehensive county-wide special events and recreational programs that meet the diverse needs and interests of constituents.
  • Plan, organize, and coordinate a variety of recreational and nature events, including site-based and community events, and participate in Departmental outreach.
  • Collaborate with community organizations, recreation councils, and partners to enhance Special Event offerings and promote participation.
  • Work with outside organizations, vendors, and partners to establish agreements, including vendor acknowledgments, performer agreements, Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs), and license agreements, as necessary to support events and programs.
  • Drive trailers and UTVs, transport and set up special events tents and supplies, and perform site walk-throughs.
  • Recruit vendors, exhibitors, and performers, and complete related event paperwork.
  • Work collaboratively across all divisions of the Department, supporting programming in Special Events, Summer Camps, Therapeutic Recreation, Recreation Activity Centers, and Nature/Environmental/Agricultural initiatives.
  • Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate program coordinators, staff, and volunteers.
  • Develop and manage budgets for special events and related programs, ensuring resources are allocated effectively and responsibly.
  • Maintain and update program policies and procedures in compliance with safety regulations, departmental standards, and Baltimore County Government best practices.
  • Conduct evaluations and assessments of program and event effectiveness; analyze results and recommend improvements.
  • Assist the Department’s Marketing and Communications team to promote programs and special events through print, digital, and community outreach channels.
  • Provide excellent customer service to participants, addressing inquiries, concerns, and feedback promptly and professionally.
  • Foster a positive and inclusive environment that promotes teamwork, creativity, and personal growth among staff and participants.
  • Stay current with trends and best practices in recreation, event management, and parks programming.
  • Enter, track, and monitor programs and participant data using the Department’s registration software (CivicRec).
  • Work a flexible schedule that regularly includes evenings, weekends, and holidays to oversee and support community events.

Examples of Other Duties
Perform 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 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

Required Qualifications

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

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

Preferred Experience
Two years of experience in program development and management, preferably in a recreation or nature setting.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Entry Level)

  • Knowledge of recreation and event principles, techniques, and trends
  • Knowledge of the principles, practices, and theories related to planning, organizing, and implementing Department-wide special events and recreational and nature activities.
  • Knowledge of the principles and practices of community recreation.
  • Knowledge in computer applications related to program management and reporting.
  • Knowledge of budgeting, financial management, and resource allocation.
    Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact with diverse groups of individuals.
  • Strong leadership and supervisory skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire the team.
  • Excellent organizational and time management abilities, with the capacity to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.

  • Ability to manage all aspects of special event operations, including logistics, staffing, budgeting, and evaluation.
  • Ability to multitask and track relevant event information for multiple events and adapt to multi-event needs as they arise.
  • Ability to manage a recreation center, park, or related facility.
  • Ability to supervise, train, and evaluate staff.
  • Ability to recruit, train, and guide volunteers.
  • Ability to supervise the receipt and accounting of fees.
  • Ability to forecast, collect, and prepare payroll and budget sheets.
  • Ability to assist in the planning, organizing, and supervising of recreation and parks programs for a community.
  • Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with the public, other agencies, and co-workers.
  • Ability to represent the department at meetings.
  • Ability to work special events on occasion, including nights, weekends, and holidays, with advanced notice, and manage a variable work schedule.

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.
  • Knowledge of the principles and practices of managing a recreation facility.
  • Skill in marketing, design, and writing related to event promotion and communication.
  • Skill in the management of a recreation center, park, or related facility.
  • Skill in the supervision and training of staff.
  • Skill in recruiting, training, and guiding volunteers.
  • Skill in supervising the receipt and accounting of fees.
  • Skill in gathering fiscal data and preparing financial reports.
  • Skill in assisting in the planning, organizing, and supervising of recreation and parks events for a community.
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 appointment.

Preferred Certification
CPR and First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain).

Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education

Applicants are required to submit proof of education to meet the required qualifications for this job. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Proof of professional licenses, certifications, and education must be submitted with each application.

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 I
Office of Human Resources
Baltimore County Government
308 Allegheny Ave.
Towson, MD 21204

You must attach your transcript(s)/degree(s), and/or professional license(s) 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 application, which includes 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

Physical and Environmental Conditions

  • The work of this classification entails some physical labor, including walking over rough and uneven surfaces in the inspection of facilities and grounds, and some lifting and carrying of items.
  • The work entails travel to recreation and park sites, facilities, and meetings throughout the County.

  • Possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a noncommercial, class C Maryland driver's license is required at the time of appointment.
  • Employees in this classification are required to work nights, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

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.


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 employee's 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.

Salary : $51,250 - $58,600

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