Recreation and Parks Office Coordinator

Salary $41,185.00

• $47,380.

00 Annually Location Cockeysville, MD Job Type MERIT Job Number 01.601 06-26 Department

RECREATION & PARKS

Opening Date 06/30/2026 Closing Date Continuous

DESCRIPTION BENEFITS QUESTIONS A

vacancy exists in the Department of Recreation and Parks for an Office Coordinator in the Parks Division Office. Pay Schedule VI, Grade 21,

Regular Schedule:

35 hours per week. This is an in-person position that is not eligible for any regular telework. A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below. Current and future vacancies occurring in this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants. All interested transfer and promotiona l candidates must apply at this time. List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experiences 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 proof of transcript(s)/education, professional license(s), and/or 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, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application. Examples of Duties Job Purpose Under general supervision, performs comprehensive clerical and administrative duties to ensure the efficient operation of the Parks Division within the Department of Recreation and Parks. Essential Job Duties Provides administrative support by coordinating workflow, including assigning and reviewing others' work. Coordinates a major function for a County agency or bureau. Greets and directs clients and visitors at the front desk of a public building. Provides courteous, helpful assistance to visitors and staff. Answers and routes incoming calls at the Department of Recreation and Parks. Assists in the preparation of the Agency's budget by providing supporting documentation, benchmarking, and/or financial and budgetary data and records. Prepares direct payments, purchase orders, purchase requisitions, and amendments. Tracks agency expenditures. Serves as a liaison to other County agencies and tracks work orders. Accepts and logs deposits from various Recreation and Parks sites. Maintains complex filing and tracking systems. Prepares or assists in preparing personnel-related documents and forms. Responds to inquiries regarding Department programs and policies in person, by telephone, or by regular or electronic mail. Assists with program and special event registration using the CivicRec platform. Enters and tracks civil citations. Completes Personnel Requisition Forms, entry, change, promotional, and termination tickets, and tracks and documents leave usage, including family and medical leave. Uses automated office systems, such as word processing equipment or a computer, to draft and prepare a variety of letters, memos, and PDF documents. Determines appropriate letter or memo format, proofreads, and edits documents for grammar, punctuation, and spelling, and prepares documents for distribution or mail. Creates and maintains a variety of detailed office databases and logs. Accesses databases to establish, retrieve, review, update, track, and revise office records. Performs queries and compiles personnel, budgetary, and statistical reports. Establishes and maintains confidential, alphabetical, chronological, or subject matter files and records. Reviews and summarizes information from manual and electronic files for the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports. Receives, investigates, and resolves inquiries, requests, and complaints. Explains office policies, procedures, rules, and regulations to other employees and the public. Maintains calendars, schedules appointments, and meetings. Prepares and types, photocopies, and distributes meeting agendas and/or minutes. Operates office machinery, such as computers, photocopiers, calculators, telephones, scanners, and printers. Examples of Other Duties Assists in the preparation of County legislation Schedules, attends, and takes notes and minutes for meetings, conferences, and hearings, which may include those of boards and commissions May take verbatim notes Purchases office supplies May supervise or coordinate the work of subordinate clerical staff

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 essential job functions for each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed. Qualifications Required Qualifications Possession of a high school diploma or an appropriate equivalent; Plus Two years' typing, word processing, or secretarial experience. Additional education may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required experience. Additional experience as described in the essential duties may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Entry Level) Knowledge of modern office practices and procedures, including filing systems. Knowledge of spelling, grammar, and arithmetic. Knowledge of word processing, database management, and spreadsheet software packages. Skill in the operation of office machines as listed in essential duties. Skill in the use of word processing software. Ability to use automated office systems, database management, and spreadsheet software packages. Ability to extract and summarize information and to prepare correspondence and reports. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to perform basic mathematical computations. Ability to set up and maintain paper and electronic filing systems. Ability to interpret, explain, and follow County and departmental rules and regulations. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to take verbatim notes. Ability to coordinate, assign, and review the work of others. Ability to type from plain copy at a rate equivalent to 40 WPM. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Full Performance) Knowledge of County and departmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Thorough knowledge of word processing, database management, and spreadsheet software packages. Knowledge of administrative support functions, such as personnel, budget, and purchasing. Knowledge of process and approval procedures for contract agreements. Skill in the operation of automated office systems and word processing, database management, and spreadsheet software packages. Skill in composing letters, memos, and reports. Skill in interpreting rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Skill in coordinating, assigning, and reviewing the work of others. Ability to establish deadlines, schedules, and guidelines for completion of projects. Ability to investigate and resolve problems. Proof of Licenses, Certifications, and Education Applicants are required to submit proof of education to meet the position's minimum qualifications. Diplomas or Transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Failure to submit proof of professional licenses, certifications, and Education may result in your application not being considered. Proof of Degree Equivalency Applicants who have obtained a degree outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalency documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.wes.org) Mail or deliver documents to:

ATTN:

Rec and Parks Office Coordinator Office of Human Resources Baltimore County Government 308 Allegheny Avenue Towson, MD 21204 You must attach proof of transcript(s)/education, professional license(s), and/or certification(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable .

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE

Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of the training and experience stated in their application, including responses to the supplemental questions. Please clearly and completely state the dates, duties, and responsibilities of your past and present experience for evaluation. Applicants meeting the required qualifications based on the information submitted in their applications may be scheduled for a computer-based skills assessment related to the duties of the position. Conditions of Employment Physical and Environmental Conditions The work of these positions is essentially sedentary, with occasional walking/or lifting, and other restricted physical activities. Employment Background Investigation Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment investigation, including, but not limited to, criminal background, education, and fingerprinting checks.

Please note:

This is an in-person position that is not eligible for any regular telework. Employer Baltimore County Address 308 Allegheny Avenue Towson, Maryland, 21204 Phone 410-887-3135 Website http://www.baltimorecountymd.gov A vacancy exists in the Department of Recreation and Parks for an Office Coordinator in the Parks Division Office. Pay Schedule VI, Grade 21,

Regular Schedule:

35 hours per week. This is an in-person position that is not eligible for any regular telework. A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below. Current and future vacancies occurring in this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants. All interested transfer and promotiona l candidates must apply at this time. List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experiences 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 proof of transcript(s)/education, professional license(s), and/or 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, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application. Examples of Duties Job Purpose Under general supervision, performs comprehensive clerical and administrative duties to ensure the efficient operation of the Parks Division within the Department of Recreation and Parks. Essential Job Duties Provides administrative support by coordinating workflow, including assigning and reviewing others' work. Coordinates a major function for a County agency or bureau. Greets and directs clients and visitors at the front desk of a public building. Provides courteous, helpful assistance to visitors and staff. Answers and routes incoming calls at the Department of Recreation and Parks. Assists in the preparation of the Agency's budget by providing supporting documentation, benchmarking, and/or financial and budgetary data and records. Prepares direct payments, purchase orders, purchase requisitions, and amendments. Tracks agency expenditures. Serves as a liaison to other County agencies and tracks work orders. Accepts and logs deposits from various Recreation and Parks sites. Maintains complex filing and tracking systems. Prepares or assists in preparing personnel-related documents and forms. Responds to inquiries regarding Department programs and policies in person, by telephone, or by regular or electronic mail. Assists with program and special event registration using the CivicRec platform. Enters and tracks civil citations. Completes Personnel Requisition Forms, entry, change, promotional, and termination tickets, and tracks and documents leave usage, including family and medical leave. Uses automated office systems, such as word processing equipment or a computer, to draft and prepare a variety of letters, memos, and PDF documents. Determines appropriate letter or memo format, proofreads, and edits documents for grammar, punctuation, and spelling, and prepares documents for distribution or mail. Creates and maintains a variety of detailed office databases and logs. Accesses databases to establish, retrieve, review, update, track, and revise office records. Performs queries and compiles personnel, budgetary, and statistical reports. Establishes and maintains confidential, alphabetical, chronological, or subject matter files and records. Reviews and summarizes information from manual and electronic files for the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports. Receives, investigates, and resolves inquiries, requests, and complaints. Explains office policies, procedures, rules, and regulations to other employees and the public. Maintains calendars, schedules appointments, and meetings. Prepares and types, photocopies, and distributes meeting agendas and/or minutes. Operates office machinery, such as computers, photocopiers, calculators, telephones, scanners, and printers. Examples of Other Duties Assists in the preparation of County legislation Schedules, attends, and takes notes and minutes for meetings, conferences, and hearings, which may include those of boards and commissions May take verbatim notes Purchases office supplies May supervise or coordinate the work of subordinate clerical staff

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 essential job functions for each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed. Qualifications Required Qualifications Possession of a high school diploma or an appropriate equivalent; Plus Two years' typing, word processing, or secretarial experience. Additional education may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required experience. Additional experience as described in the essential duties may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Entry Level) Knowledge of modern office practices and procedures, including filing systems. Knowledge of spelling, grammar, and arithmetic. Knowledge of word processing, database management, and spreadsheet software packages. Skill in the operation of office machines as listed in essential duties. Skill in the use of word processing software. Ability to use automated office systems, database management, and spreadsheet software packages. Ability to extract and summarize information and to prepare correspondence and reports. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to perform basic mathematical computations. Ability to set up and maintain paper and electronic filing systems. Ability to interpret, explain, and follow County and departmental rules and regulations. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to take verbatim notes. Ability to coordinate, assign, and review the work of others. Ability to type from plain copy at a rate equivalent to 40 WPM. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Full Performance) Knowledge of County and departmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Thorough knowledge of word processing, database management, and spreadsheet software packages. Knowledge of administrative support functions, such as personnel, budget, and purchasing. Knowledge of process and approval procedures for contract agreements. Skill in the operation of automated office systems and word processing, database management, and spreadsheet software packages. Skill in composing letters, memos, and reports. Skill in interpreting rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Skill in coordinating, assigning, and reviewing the work of others. Ability to establish deadlines, schedules, and guidelines for completion of projects. Ability to investigate and resolve problems. Proof of Licenses, Certifications, and Education Applicants are required to submit proof of education to meet the position's minimum qualifications. Diplomas or Transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Failure to submit proof of professional licenses, certifications, and Education may result in your application not being considered. Proof of Degree Equivalency Applicants who have obtained a degree outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalency documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.wes.org) Mail or deliver documents to:

ATTN:

Rec and Parks Office Coordinator Office of Human Resources Baltimore County Government 308 Allegheny Avenue Towson, MD 21204 You must attach proof of transcript(s)/education, professional license(s), and/or certification(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable .

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE

Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of the training and experience stated in their application, including responses to the supplemental questions. Please clearly and completely state the dates, duties, and responsibilities of your past and present experience for evaluation. Applicants meeting the required qualifications based on the information submitted in their applications may be scheduled for a computer-based skills assessment related to the duties of the position. Conditions of Employment Physical and Environmental Conditions The work of these positions is essentially sedentary, with occasional walking/or lifting, and other restricted physical activities. Employment Background Investigation Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment investigation, including, but not limited to, criminal background, education, and fingerprinting checks.

Please note:

This is an in-person position that is not eligible for any regular telework. 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.