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Location : Wheaton, MD
Job Type: Seasonal
Job Number: NATUREPL-BNC23
Department: MC Parks
Division: Horticulture Frstry and Env Ed
Opening Date: 09/15/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
Description
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.
This position pays at a rate of $15.00 per hour to $16.80 per hour depending on qualifications and experience.
Weekend and evening work will be required. Occasional holiday work.
Examples of Important Duties
Minimum Qualifications
What the job will involve:
Supplemental Information
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.
Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.
If you require accommodations 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
2023 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%.
Prescription: CVS Caremark Prescription Plan
Other 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.
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Do you possess a degree in Education or Natural/ Environmental Sciences either earned or in progress?
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Are you at least 18 years of age?
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Are you available to work evenings and weekends?
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Are you comfortable handling reptile animal ambassadors as part of Nature Programming?
Required Question
Location : Wheaton, MD
Job Type: Seasonal
Job Number: NATUREPL-BNC23
Department: MC Parks
Division: Horticulture Frstry and Env Ed
Opening Date: 09/15/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
Description
- Are you enthusiastic, reliable, dependable, have good communication skills and a strong work ethic?
- Do you enjoy working with a diversity of people?
- Are you passionate about protecting and caring for public lands?
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.
This position pays at a rate of $15.00 per hour to $16.80 per hour depending on qualifications and experience.
Weekend and evening work will be required. Occasional holiday work.
Examples of Important Duties
- Degree in Education or Natural/Environmental Sciences either earned or in progress.
- Experience working with children.
- Must be 18 years old.
- Knowledge of Montgomery County's natural history.
- Ability to communicate in another language a plus!
Minimum Qualifications
What the job will involve:
- Conducts birthday parties, hiking, and scout programs using prepared lesson plans.
- Works collaboratively with career staff to help run summer camp activities and camp management as well as year-round Nature Programs and activities.
- Responds promptly to program requests while providing excellent customer service to park patrons.
Supplemental Information
- This position does not provide benefits.
- A complete background check will be completed before hire.
- Ability to bend, kneel, and carry 25 pounds.
- Must be physically able to work outside in all types of weather in varying terrains. Willingness to work both indoors and outdoors.
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.
Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.
If you require accommodations 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
2023 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)
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
Do you possess a degree in Education or Natural/ Environmental Sciences either earned or in progress?
- Yes
- No
02
Are you at least 18 years of age?
- Yes
- No
03
Are you available to work evenings and weekends?
- Yes
- No
04
Are you comfortable handling reptile animal ambassadors as part of Nature Programming?
- Yes
- No
Required Question
