This job announcement may close at any time with little or no notice. Applicants are advised to apply promptly. Pay Schedule VI, Grade 25, Regular Schedule: 35 hours per week. Several vacancies exist in the Department of Recreation and Parks for Naturalist I. A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below. Current and future vacancies occurring within this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants. All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time. List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience 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. Youmustattach your transcript(s), professional license(s) and/or certification(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable. Failure to submit proof of professional Licenses, Certifications and Educationwill 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 manages the operation of a nature center, natural area, historical center, or related facility. Assists the Naturalist II in planning, organizing, and supervising nature and historical programs, activities, and events. Supervises programming and support staff. Essential Job Duties * Manages the daily operations of a nature center, natural area, historical center or related facility. * Recruits, trains, and guides volunteers. * Develops and oversees the completion of work projects. * Oversees the work of outside contractors at the site. * Patrols nature centers, natural areas and historical centers by vehicle or on foot to maintain public safety and to ensure compliance with rules, regulations, and ordinances. * Investigates violations, prepress reports, secures evidence and testifies in court as necessary. * Assists in the development, implementation and supervision of programs, activities, and special events related to nature appreciation, natural and cultural history, environmental education, agricultural and historical programs. * Develops a schedule of programs and events for a center. * Coordinates and supervises special events. * Publicizes programming and event activities. * Performs trail maintenance and wildlife habitat management. * Supervises the receipt and accounting of fees. * Supervises the rental of equipment. * Assists with the purchasing, inventory, and storing of supplies and equipment. * Gathers and assembles fiscal data and prepares various reports. * Monitors the expenditure of funds. * Prepares budget estimates. * Resolves operational issues which arise at the site. * Receives and responds to questions and complaints from the public. * Schedules the use of buildings, facilities, grounds and equipment. * Coordinates the maintenance of buildings, grounds, and equipment. * Supervises custodial services. * Inspects the site to ensure that facilities and equipment are in proper condition and that safety standards are maintained. * Attends community meetings as required. Examples of Other Duties Performs other related duties as required. NOTE:The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for this position. This may not include all of the essential job functions of this position. This position may not be required to perform all of the essential job duties listed. Qualifications Education and Experience Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in recreation and parks, park management, forestry, a biological science, education, or a closely related field. Education in one of the fields listed above beyond a bachelor's degree may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required experience. Additional qualifying experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities * 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 principals 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, Skills and Abilities (Full Performance) * 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 Licenses and Certificates Possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a noncommercial, class C Maryland driver's license is required at the time of appointment. Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education Applicants are required to submit proof of education to meet the required qualifications of the position. 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 will result in your application not being considered. Proof of professional licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application by the closing date on the job posting. Proof of Degree Equivalency Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.WES.org) Mail or deliver documents to: ATTN: Naturalist I - Rec and Parks Office of Human Resources Baltimore County Government 308 Allegheny Avenue Towson, MD 21204 Youmustattach your transcript(s), professional license(s) and/or certification(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable. EXAMINATION PROCEDURE Qualified applicants will be assigned a rating based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as submitted on their application and supplemental questions. Applicants are advised to state the dates, duties and responsibilities of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes. Conditions of Employment Physical and Environmental Conditions The work of this classification entails some physical labor including walking over rough and uneven surfaces in the inspection of facilities and grounds, infrequent exposure to adverse weather in the conducting of outdoor public programs and events, and some lifting and carrying in preparing for programs and events. Employees appointed to this position may be assigned to work nights, evenings, weekends, and holidays, as needed. Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprinting checks.