Director of Event Services (13738, Grade 28)
The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission
·Yesterday
- Salary
- $75k – $136k/yr
- Location
- Landover, MD, MD
- Workplace
- Onsite
- Department
- Marketing
- Seniority
- Director
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- GovernmentJobs
Description
The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission is a nationally recognized and award-winning agency providing land use planning; stewardship of natural, cultural, and historic resources; and delivery of recreation programs to the communities it serves. The agency operates in the Montgomery and Prince George's County Regions. Additional information on the agency can be found on www.mncppc.org.
The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, Department of Parks and Recreation in Prince George’s County has an opening for a Director of Event Services for the Aquatics and Athletic Facilities Division (AAFD). This position provides facility management, programming, and supervisory oversight for the Department’s largest multi-use complex, the Prince George’s Sports and Learning Complex and other facilities, as assigned within the AAFD. This highly visible leadership position is responsible for developing strategic direction and implementing safe and diverse recreation programs for the residents of the county.
The hiring range for this position will be $75,336 – midpoint of the advertised salary range and will be based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience.
- Year-Round & Seasonal Facility Management
- Responsible for Management and Supervision of Career Employees. Responsible for Reports, Statistics, Evaluations and Training
- Supervise the processing and maintenance of administrative records and reports
- Assists with the development of programs, maintenance & operational procedures for assigned venues.
- Manage and coordinate a wide variety of events, catering functions and athletic programs/competitions; define goals and objectives of the Events Department at the Sportsplex
- Identify new programs, equipment or methods; develop programs/services based on research and information gathered
- Maintaining a positive and productive relationship with all current and prospective clients, as well as all venues, to ensure successful events
- Supervise on-site career staff that are responsible for all aspects of the Youth and Community Programs Department
- Define goals and objectives of the Events Department.
- Communicate with various cross-functional teams within assigned complex and in other divisions to properly administer various programs, events, and initiatives
- Provides guidance to subordinate staff on employee-related matters (i.e. disciplinary, training, recruitment and selection, etc)
- Responsible for Managing Budget, Daily Operations, Procurement and Financial Requirements of the Events, Youth and Community Programs and the Fieldhouse / Outdoor Stadium Units of the facility
- Investigate and resolve complex issues and questions.
- Actively attend and participate in various committees
- Must be willing to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
- Participate and perform Manager on Duty (MOD) responsibilities monthly.
- Other duties and special projects assigned to include oversight of recreational programming as well as seasonal summer camps.
Working Characteristics:
- Team Player
- Strong communication skills
- Strong management/supervisory skills
- Organized and strong ability to meet deadlines
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to prioritize and multi-task
- Ability to be flexible and adapt to frequent change
- Bachelor’s Degree in Parks Management, Recreation Management, Facilities Management, Education, Business Administration, Physical Education, Communication, Leisure Services, or any related field.
- Four (4) years of responsible professional experience working in a facility related to parks, recreation, leisure services, or area of required specialty (e.g., arts, performing arts, equestrian, tennis, aquatics, gymnastics, ice rinks); including two (2) years as a facility manager, program coordinator or supervisor.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted, which together total eight (8) years.
- Valid driver’s license in accordance with both State and Commission rules and regulations. Driver's license must be unencumbered by restrictions, revocations, suspensions or points that could limit the employee's ability to drive Commission vehicles or perform driving duties required of the position.
- Contingent upon area of assignment, some positions in this class may require valid: (a) operating license (e.g., county pool operator, childcare license) as appropriate; (b) First Aid, CPR, automated external defibrillator (AED) certifications; or (c) certifications as related to assignment (e.g., Lifeguard Instruction, Fundamentals of Gymnastics, Childcare?).
- Pass Commission medical exam.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Four or more years of facility and program management experience
- Experience with preparing and maintaining large scale budgets
- Experience coordinating and managing Summer Camp Programs
- Ability to manage large scale projects
May be subject to medical, drug and alcohol testing.
The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.
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.