Introduction
The
Maryland Department of Commerce is seeking qualified applicants for a part-time
contractual Travel Information Aide I position within the Office of Tourism
Development for the I-95 South Welcome Center.
The
position is located at the Interstate 95 Southbound between Exits 38 & 35 (Mile Marker 37) near Savage, Maryland (Howard Co).
The incumbent will work 32 hours Bi-weekly (16 hours per week).
GRADE
8
Main Purpose of Job
The primary function of the position will be to provide travel and historical information to Maryland visitors.
POSITION DUTIES
Individual will inform the
traveling public about Maryland attractions, accommodations, recreational
facilities, services and destinations; inform travelers about current events
and activities; read maps and give specific directions to Maryland
destinations, as well as provide assistance in reaching destinations. Inventory
and supply management may be required; this may include lifting bulk packaging
and operation of stock room equipment such as a hand truck.
The Welcome Center is opened daily, 7 days per week, from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: A high school
diploma or a State GED certificate
AND
Experience: Two (2) years of experience working in
public information in a tourism-related industry (e.g., accommodations,
campgrounds, travel development agency, information center, guide service,
customer service, hospitality, etc.).
SELECTIVE QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants must meet the selective qualification(s) to be considered. Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.
Candidates
should be able to relate to the public in a friendly and competent manner; and
must be able to interpret highway maps. Applicants must be able to work
weekends since the center is open 7 days per week, year-round. Knowledge
of Maryland history, geography and tourist attractions is required. Candidates
must be computer literate and also be able to frequently lift and/or move up to
50 pounds.
LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION
Applicants must be willing to accept part-time contractual employment at 16 hours per week (32 hours bi-weekly).
SELECTION PROCESS
Please make sure that you read the job announcement in its entirety before applying for this recruitment and 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. We will not consider information submitted after this date.
BENEFITS
Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits.
Leave may be granted to a contractual employee at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
If you have questions about this
recruitment, please contact the Department of Commerce at
410-767-6300.
You may also visit our website at: http://commerce.maryland.gov/commerce
It is highly preferred that
you apply online at http://commerce.maryland.gov/careers - review Career Openings section. If unable to apply online, please submit your state application/resume to: anna.halikias@maryland.gov
Maryland Department of Commerce - Office
of Human Resources
ATTN: TRAVEL INFORMATION AIDE I I-95 SOUTH (#25-008998-0007)
The World Trade Center – 401 East Pratt Street,
10TH Floor
Baltimore, Maryland 21202
As an E-Verify and Equal Opportunity Employer,
Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are
reflective of the State’s diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual
candidates are encouraged to apply.
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country
and encourage them to apply.
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