Park Assistant (Full Time) – Department of Recreation & Parks / Piney Run Park

Business: Carroll County Government

Location: Westminster

SEASONAL • TEMPORARY –  Contractual position February 13, 2025 – December 31, 2025.

Business Product/Service: Local Government

Business Address:
225 N Center Street
Westminster, Maryland 21157

Phone: (410) 386-2129

Contact Name: Suzanne Schreuer
Title: Office Technician
Email: sschreuer@carrollcountymd.gov
Website: https://jobcenter.carrollcountymd.gov/

Job Description

Are you ready for a job in the outdoors helping support local parks? As a park assistant for Carroll County, you will support Boathouse and Gatehouse operations to keep our parks a welcoming and safe space. We are looking for a friendly and courteous individual to help visitors by collecting admission fees and providing park information. You can help oversee park recreational activities and perform basic maintenance to park facilities, buildings, and grounds.
Essential Duties
• Provides high quality customer service to park visitors by answering questions and providing information.
• Perform front desk duties at the gatehouse or customer service at the boathouse. Duties include issuing permits, answering phone calls, and selling retail goods.
• Patrol the park to enforce Piney Run Park rules and regulations. Prevent illegal entrance, vandalism, and violations of fire/safety codes.
• Perform janitorial duties by cleaning comfort stations and picking up trash. Maintain park structures and equipment through basic repair.
• Complete assigned work in a timely fashion. Accept feedback.
• Demonstrate an ability to collaborate and a willingness to learn. Participate in a supportive work environment.
• Exhibit integrity, ethics, and fiscal responsibility.
How You Will Succeed
Your Skills
• Digital Literacy (Introductory)
• Hand and Power Tools (Introductory)
• Repair and Maintenance (Introductory)
• Time Management (Introductory)
• Attention to Detail (Introductory)
• Planning and Organizing (Introductory)
• Customer Service (Introductory)
Your Strengths
• Service Excellence
• Decision Making
• Collaborating with Others
• Safety Focus
• Quality Focus
• Fostering Communication
• Information Management
• Managing Resources
• Problem Solving
Please visit our website at https://careers.carrollcountymd.gov to apply.

Carroll County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Requirements

You Might Be a Good Fit If
Education and Experience
• High school diploma or general education diploma (GED)
• Up to one year of related experience
• A comparable amount of education and experience may be substituted for the minimum requirement.
Certifications
• CPR, AED, First Aid, and Blood Borne Pathogen training (or must obtain within 3 months of employment)
Preferred
• Valid driver’s license
• Boater Safety certification
Additional Information
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Requires criminal background check as condition of employment.
• May be required to work outside of standard hours.
• Flexible work schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Working Conditions
• Daily exposure to potentially adverse weather conditions.
• Work includes daily physical activity: standing/walking for long hours, lifting, and related activities.
• Must wear appropriate PPE as required

Other Job Requirements
H.S. Diploma/GED

Wages per hour: $16.25 to $16.75 per hour
Number of openings: 1
Overtime: NO
Benefits: NO

Days of Work:
MONDAY Hours are varied and include evenings, weekends and holidays.  TUESDAY Hours are varied and include evenings, weekends and holidays.  WEDNESDAY Hours are varied and include evenings, weekends and holidays.  THURSDAY Hours are varied and include evenings, weekends and holidays.  FRIDAY Hours are varied and include evenings, weekends and holidays.
Shift:

How to Apply: https://jobcenter.carrollcountymd.gov/
Willing to Train: YES
Experience Required: YES
Experience in Months:
Minimum Age: 18 & over
Closing Date: 07/31/2025