Description
- Are you a strategic leader interested in managing a nature facility?
- Do you enjoy collaborating with multiple units on programs and projects?
- Are you passionate about connecting people from diverse backgrounds to nature, growing partnerships, and building community?
If this sounds like you, The Montgomery County Department of Parks is the place you want to be! We are currently seeking a dynamic, highly professional Nature Facility and Program Manager for Brookside Nature Center in Wheaton, MD.
Reporting to the Assistant Division Chief of nature centers, this position will manage and supervise all aspects of Brookside Nature Center operations including programs, services, visitor experience, personnel, volunteer program, budgets, facilities, indoor and outdoor exhibits, native gardens, adjacent grounds, natural areas, and trails.
The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is a six-time National Recreational and Parks Association Gold Medal Award Winner. Behind the vast and diverse Montgomery County Department of Parks system is a career staff complement of nearly 800 employees, 424 parks and almost 37,000 acres of park land that serves a diverse population of more than one million residents in the Washington, DC area. Go to our website to learn more: https://www.montgomeryparks.org/
DIVERSITY STATEMENT: Montgomery County Department of Parks believes that diversity in all dimensions of the organization supports and bolsters the innovative thinking essential to its success. Montgomery County Parks does not make hiring decisions on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, political affiliation, ideology or status as a Veteran.
Please Note: The salary range listed above represents the earning potential for this position. Salary is commensurate with experience.
Examples of Important Duties
Supervision- Provides exceptional leadership in a collaborative team environment.
- Recruits, screens, hires, onboards new staff and interns.
- Trains, coaches, evaluates, and recognizes staff and interns.
- Recognizes and resolves personnel issues.
- Works with volunteer manager to oversee volunteer program.
Interpretive Programming and Visitor Experiences
- Develops and implements vision, goals, and strategic plan.
- Reviews, approves, and evaluates programs and services.
- Establishes and implements operating and program procedures.
- Collaborates with other Montgomery Parks' nature centers and other sections of Parks to develop and execute programs, events, services, and experiences such as exhibits.
- Coordinates a balance of programs and services in response to community needs and interests, agency priorities, and revenue goals.
Advocacy and Community Building - Maintains strong relationships with partners and community.
- Proactively grows advocates and community partners with diverse backgrounds and located within Equity Focus Areas.
Building and Grounds Management- Evaluates facility operating systems for safety and function.
- Plans, designs, and implements facility and grounds improvements with assistance from regional park staff and Facilities Management units.
- Coordinates routine maintenance, repairs, and custodial services with Facilities Management units and contractors.
- Collaborates with natural resources staff to maintain or improve natural areas.
Budget and Procurement- Manages operating and fee-based budgets
- Submits requests for Major Maintenance and Capital Improvement Projects
- Administers procurement functions including purchase requisitions, purchase cards, and petty cash.
Important Skills and Characteristics - Provides effective leadership, organizational, and managerial skills in a team-oriented environment.
- Exemplifies a collaborative and cooperative spirit. Shows a proven ability to approach and interact with people of all backgrounds.
- Has the skill and ability to plan, organize and direct the programs, services, and operations of a nature facility. Coordinate effectively other entities, staff, and units within the Commission, outside organizations, and the community in planning and conducting programs, events, and special projects.
- Considerable skills in problem solving to select, organize and logically process relevant information.
- Skill and ability to make presentations and communicate effectively orally and in writing.
- Ability to perform first aid and CPR*.
*Typically acquired or fully developed primarily after employment in this job class.
Preferred Qualifications
Ability to communicate in one of Montgomery County's most common languages (Spanish, Chinese, African Languages, Persian, French) is a plus.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Natural Science, Life Science, Physical Science, or any related field.Four (4) years of progressively responsible park naturalist experience.An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted, which together total eight (8) years.Valid driver's license in accordance with both State and Commission rules and regulations. Driver's license must be unencumbered by restrictions, revocations, suspensions, or points that could limit the employee's ability to drive Commission vehicles or perform driving duties required by the position of assignment.Depending on area of assignment, must be able to obtain and maintain all applicable certifications and licenses.
Supplemental Information
Classification Specification Nature Facility Program Manager
May be subject to medical, drug and alcohol testing.
Working Conditions:
Works primarily in an office. Works occasional weekends, evenings, and holidays. Exposed occasionally to inclement weather and outdoor hazards. Incumbents in this class must frequently: remain in a stationary position, move about inside and outside the office, communicate and exchange information with internal staff and the public.
Very competitive and flexible benefits programs available!
Get to know Montgomery Parks and the opportunities available:https://www.montgomeryparks.org/about/divisions/
THE MARYLAND-NATIONAL CAPITAL PARK AND PLANNING COMMISSION
2024 BENEFIT SUMMARY FOR MERIT SYSTEM EMPLOYEES
The following benefit summary is provided for informational purposes only and is not, nor should be construed as an employment agreement with the M-NCPPC, implied or actual. It is not all-inclusive and is subject to change. Benefits listed are extended to all Merit System employees of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). All plans are optional except the Defined Benefit and Long-Term Disability plans.
Eligibility
You have 45 days from your hire date to elect your benefits. Your coverage begins on the first of the month following receipt of your enrollment forms and required documentation.
Retirement Programs- Defined Benefit Plan (Mandatory Participation) - Plan E excludes FOP members.
Plan: Employee Contribution
Plan C: 9.5%*of base salary (FOP members only)
Plan E: 4% of base salary up to maximum Social Security Wage Base (SSWB) and 8% in excess of SSWB.- Deferred Compensation ICMA-RC-457 plan (Optional)
- Traditional and Roth IRAs (Optional)
Health Insurance Plans (FOP Members Pay 23% for Medical, Prescription and Dental and same as all other employees for Vision.) All other employees pay percentage below.- Medical
- Kaiser Permanente Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) with Prescription Plan - (15%)
- UnitedHealthcare Select Exclusive Provider Organization Health Plan (EPO) - (20%)
- UnitedHealthcare Choice Plus Point of Service (POS) - (20%)
Prescription - CVS Caremark - (15%)Dental - Delta Dental PPO and DeltaCare USA HMO - (20%)Vision - EyeMed - (80% of Low Option plan paid by Commission. Any balance paid by employee.)- Low, moderate, and high options are available. Frequency of covered services differs.
Flexible Spending Accounts (Employee Pays 100%)- Medical Account - Maximum annual contribution: $3,050
- Dependent Care Account - Maximum annual contribution: $5,000
Long-Term Disability Insurance (Mandatory Participation)- Employee Pays 20%: Commission Pays 80% (FOP Members Pay 100%)
- Benefits paid at 66 2/3% of base salary, maximum of $6,000/month
Supplemental Long-Term Disability Insurance (Employee Pays 100%)- Benefits paid at 66 2/3% of base salary that exceeds $108,000; capped at $216,000
Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Employee Pays 20%: Commission Pays 80%)- Two (2) times base salary; maximum benefit is $200,000 for each
- Automatic coverage with opt-out provision
Supplemental and Spouse/Dependent Life Insurance (Employee Pays 100%)- Supplemental - 1,2,3,4, or 5 times base salary; maximum benefit is $750,000
- Spouse/Dependent Combination - $10,000/$5,000, $20,000/$10,000, or $30,000/$15,000
Sick Leave Bank (Contribution and Benefit hours prorated for part-time employees)- Employees have 60 days from date of hire to enroll.
- Employee contributes 8 leave hours each year
- Annually covers up to 688 hours for own serious medical condition, and 480 hours for parental responsibilities (birthadoption or foster care), and 80-160 hours for serious medical condition of an immediate family member
Leave Programs- Annual: 15 days per year
- Personal: 3 days per year (12-month waiting period)
- Sick: 15 days per year
- Holidays: 11 days per year
Other Benefits- Credit Union
- Employee Assistance Plan
- Legal Services Plan
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Wellness Program
- Work-Life Program
For a more detailed description of benefits, please contact the Commission's Health and Benefits Office at benefits@mncppc.org or 301-454-1694.
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