PARK TECHNICIAN LEAD
Recruitment #19-003105-0001
Department | DNR - Maryland Park Service - State Wide Operation |
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Date Opened | 3/19/2019 4:12:00 PM |
Filing Deadline | 4/2/2019 11:59:00 PM |
Salary | $35,078.00 - $55,270.00/year |
Employment Type |
Full-Time
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HR Analyst | Khia Poteat |
Work Location |
St. Mary's
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Introduction
GRADE
LOCATION OF POSITION
Main Purpose of Job
The Department of Natural Resources, Maryland Park Service, is currently accepting applications for a Park Technician Lead position at Point Lookout State Park in Scotland, Maryland. This position will be responsible for supervision and maintenance of grounds, facilities and equipment at the park including day use areas, campground, headquarters/shop complex, bathhouses, and multiple park buildings. This position is responsible for operating and maintaining power tools and heavy equipment, overseeing and performing routine grounds, facilities and equipment maintenance in this state park. This position involves maintenance and construction projects for maintenance, repair and improvements to park grounds and facilities, including carpentry, electrical, masonry and plumbing.
The incumbent will also lead and supervise work of seasonal employees. The Park Technician Lead may write specifications for renovations and new projects, may participate in planning or renovations and provide oversight to contractors. While the maintenance of park buildings is the primary function of this position, the selected candidate will also assist with day-to-day park operations, including opening and closing park facilities, assisting with park visitor needs, and helping with special events as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Possession of a high school diploma or high school equivalence certificate.
Experience: Three years of experience in the skilled maintenance or construction trades, e.g. electrician, plumber or experience in the maintenance of a park, forest or wildlife facility.
Notes:
1. Applicants may substitute education in the field of forestry, wildlife biology or park management at an accredited college or university at the rate of 30 semester credit hours for each year of the required experience for up to two years.
2. Applicants may substitute experience for the required High School education at the rate of one year experience for one year of education up to a maximum of four years.
3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in equipment, facilities, and services classification or equipment, facilities, and services specialty codes in the equipment, facilities, and services field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Experience using a computer to fill out forms and utilize electronic e-mail.
2. Experience multi-tasking and working independently.
3. Ability to operate tractors and heavy machinery.
4. Experience in small equipment repair and basic vehicle maintenance.
5. Experience leading work crews or volunteer groups in project completion.
6. Operational experience in parks in the event of emergency or facility breakdown.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Some positions in this classification are assigned duties which will require the individual to be examined by a physician. After an offer of employment, applicants for such positions will be given a medical examination to certify the ability to perform the essential job functions.
2. Upon permanent appointment the employee may be required to reside in the county, region, or park to which they are assigned.
3. Candidates appointed to positions in this classification may be assigned duties which require a valid operator license for heavy equipment, such as bulldozers, back-hoes, payloaders or tractors.
4. Persons appointed to these positions may be required to have their current private residence telephone number listed in the agency’s telephone directory or on file with Forest, Park and Wildlife Communications Center in case of emergencies.
5. The employee may be required to attend training and be certified as a water plant operator.
6. Employees in this classification may be required to lift objects weighing up to 40 pounds or more.
SELECTION PROCESS
Please make sure you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date.
Successful candidates may be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the employment (eligible) list for at least one year.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
The online application is STRONGLY preferred. If you are unable to apply online, you may submit a paper application and supplemental questionnaire to:
Department of Natural Resources
Human Resources
580 Taylor Avenue, C-3
Annapolis, MD 21401
The Human Resources Department is not responsible for applications sent to any other address.
Faxed or e-mailed applications will not be accepted.
Inquiries regarding this recruitment can be directed to Khia Poteat at khia.poteat@maryland.gov
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply. People with disabilities and bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply. As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.