NEOGOV · 1 month ago
Park Ranger II
Various locations throughout Baltimore County, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$56K/yr - $64K/yr
3+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a Park Ranger II for the Department of Recreation and Parks in Baltimore County. The role involves planning, organizing, and supervising recreation and parks programs, ensuring compliance with park rules and regulations, and maintaining public safety within the parklands.
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Responsibilities
Patrols county parklands and facilities by vehicle, bicycle, or on foot to maintain public safety and to ensure compliance with rules, regulations, and ordinances
May issue warnings and citations
Assists, as necessary, law enforcement agencies in crime prevention and reporting, search and rescue operations, parking and traffic regulations, and accident investigation
Maintains a cooperative liaison with county police and other law enforcement agencies
Maintains contact with other Department of Recreation and Parks employees and the county Police Department
Investigates violations, prepares reports, secures evidence, and testifies in court, as necessary
Assists Park patrons and visitors by answering questions relative to park amenities, programs, and rules and regulations
Cooperates with community and service groups in clean-up and park beautification projects
Assists other park staff in areas such as crowd control and traffic control
Receives training as a first responder
May render assistance and first aid prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel
Liaison with local wildlife rehabilitators, Bureau of Animal Services, or Department of Natural Resources for injured or deceased wildlife
Ensures safety standards and required maintenance and/or custodial services are provided at sites
Coordinates and assists, as necessary, in the maintenance of buildings, grounds, and equipment
Inspects sites to ensure that facilities and equipment are in proper condition and that safety standards are maintained
Ensures proper usage and care of facilities requiring a permit and resolves permit disputes
Sets priorities, interprets departmental policy, and manages the site
Prepares budget estimates and assists in preparing financial statements
Assists in the purchase, inventory, and storage of supplies and equipment
Compiles program and facility reports as needed
Trains, supervises, and coordinates the work of subordinate full- and part-time staff and volunteers
Develops, supervises, and implements interpretive programs in partnership
Publicizes recreation and parks programs in newspapers and distributes informational materials to a variety of media sources and outlets
Attends meetings of civic and social organizations in the community
Qualification
Required
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in recreation and parks, park management, forestry, a social science, education, history, or a closely related field
Three years of experience in forest or park management, recreation or natural resources management, law enforcement, or preparing, developing, or delivering programs that interpret natural, historical, cultural, or recreational features
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master's degree in the field of park management, recreation, education, business administration, forestry, social sciences, or a natural resources-related field may be substituted for one year of the required experience
Possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a noncommercial, class C Maryland driver's license is required at the time of appointment
Knowledge of the principles and practices of conducting naturalist, environmental, historical, and related recreation and parks programs and activities
Knowledge of natural history, botany, zoology, and land and wildlife management
Knowledge of the principles and practices of nature center, environmental center, and historical center operations
Skill in conducting naturalist, environmental, historical, and/or related recreation and parks programs
Skill in providing environmental education
Skill in working with individuals and the public
Ability to plan, organize, develop, and direct naturalist, environmental, and historical programs
Ability to plan, coordinate, and direct the operation and maintenance of a recreation and parks nature, environmental, or historical center
Ability to supervise staff
Ability to recruit, train, and guide volunteers
Ability to represent the department at meetings and community events
Ability to prepare reports
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with recreation and parks councils, community groups, the public, other agencies, and co-workers
Knowledge of County and departmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
Knowledge of departmental recreation and parks programs, services, and operations
Skill in planning, organizing, developing, and directing naturalist, environmental, and historical programs
Skill in planning, coordinating, and directing the operation and maintenance of a recreation and parks nature, environmental, or historical center
Skill in supervising staff
Skill in recruiting, training, and guiding volunteers
Skill in representing the department at meetings and community events
Skill in preparing reports
Skill in communicating effectively
Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education must be submitted with each application
Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Health Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Life Insurance
Retirement
Paid Leave
Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union
Direct Deposit
Educational Assistance
Deferred Compensation
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
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CEO
Brandon McDonald
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