Assistant Division Chief (12449, Grade 32)

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission; Landover (MD); On-site; USD 82,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition Assistance Program

Job summary

The Maryland‑National Capital Park and Planning Commission, Department of Parks and Recreation in Prince George's County, seeks a General Management leader to oversee the Prince George’s Sports and Learning Complex. LeadAdmin, Program Services, Event Services and Operations to ensure growth and fiscal responsibility.

Responsibilities include directing HR actions, managing large staff, and aligning strategies with budget goals while ensuring compliance with regulations and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Parks Administration, Recreation Management, Facilities Management, Education, Business Administration, Public Administration, Communication, Marketing, Leisure Services or related field.
• Six (6) years of professional experience in park administration or management with three (3) years of supervisory experience.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted, totaling ten (10) years.
• Valid driver's license with no encumbrances and ability to drive Commission vehicles.
• Pass Commission medical exam.

Responsibilities

• Develop and evaluate programs; engage with community and vendors; coordinate marketing strategies and publicity.
• Manage facility operating budget; negotiate contracts; create revenue-generating activities.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams; oversee policy, maintenance, and operational procedures.
• Oversee summer camp programming with program director.
• Serve on leadership team and act as Chief in absence of Division Chief.
• Collaborate with Park Planning & Development; provide CIP recommendations.
• Supervise managers and provide mentoring on staff matters.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Parks Administration or related field

Job 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 highly visible General Management position that will oversee the Prince George’s Sports and Learning Complex. The Sports and Learning Complex is one of the Commission’s largest facilities in Prince George’s County. This high‑level leadership position will be responsible for developing strategic direction and implementing safe and diverse recreation programs for the residents of the county. Within the facility, this position will oversee a number of functions which include Administrative Services (i.e., Training Grants, Finance/Purchasing, Membership, Human Resources); Program Services (i.e., Aquatics, Gymnastics, and Fitness Operations); Event Services (i.e., Youth & Community Programs), and Operations/Maintenance. The incumbent in this position will work with the management team to develop strategies to ensure continued growth of facility programming and services; and work with the budget team and division management to review and confirm financial expectations and develop budget strategies.

As a supervisor, this position shall direct a unit‑wide human resource management, including recruitment, selection, training, mentoring, counseling, discipline, and performance evaluation; and shall manage daily personnel actions and leave while ensuring full compliance with EEO requirements and organizational policies; oversee the work activities of a large staff in the areas of facility management, financial management, food services and facility maintenance; and maintain County, State, Federal compliance with regulations specific to assigned facility (e.g., food service, environmental, aquatics, sports governing bodies); and ensure staff are trained and certified.

The hiring range for this position will be $91,288‑midpoint of the advertised salary range and will be based on the candidate's qualifications and experience.

Examples of Important Duties

• Develop and evaluate programs, conduct surveys; engage with the community and local businesses; meet with vendors; coordinate marketing strategies; and publicize activities and events.
• Manage the facility’s operating budget; negotiate contracts with individuals or groups; create and establish revenue‑generating activities and programs that draw local, regional and metropolitan audiences. Work with facility managers and budget coordinator to improve overall cost recovery for assigned facilities.
• Connect with various cross‑functional teams within the department and in other divisions to accurately coordinate various programs and procedures; lead the development of programs, policy, maintenance, and operational procedures for division‑wide facilities.
• Work with the program director to oversee summer camp programming.
• Serve as a member of the Aquatics and Athletic Facilities Division (AAFD) Leadership Team and serve as Acting Chief during the absence of the Division Chief.
• Work collaboratively with Park Planning & Development and serve as the "Subject Matter Expert" (SME) providing recommendations for various Capital Improvement Projects (CIP)
• Supervise and train career‑level managers and specialists and provide regular mentorship to subordinate staff on facility and employee‑related matters (i.e. customer service, disciplinary, training, recruitment and selection, etc.)

Working Characteristics

• Standout Colleague
• Ability to think strategically and to develop recreation programs for diverse participants. Strong communication, writing and presentation skills
• Strong management/supervisory skills. Organized and strong ability to meet deadlines. Ability to prioritize and multi‑task
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to frequent change. Strong attention to detail
• Ability to be on‑call 365 days a year/ 24 hours a day and respond to facility/personnel emergencies, as needed

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Parks Administration, Recreation Management, Facilities Management, Education, Business Administration, Public Administration, Communication, Marketing, Leisure Services or any related field.
• Six (6) years of progressively responsible professional experience in a park administration or management facility with three (3) years of supervisory experience.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted, which together total ten (10) 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 by the position of assignment.
• Pass Commission medical exam.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with managing multiple recreational facilities and/or multi‑use complexes.
• Experiencewithmanagingamulti‑million‑dollarbudgetandcostrecoveryexperienceis preferred.
• Experience with overseeing a major maintenance and capital improvement program (CIP) for recreational facilities and multi‑use complexes

Supplemental Information

Class/Specification: Recreation/Park Facility Manager IV

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.

2026 Benefit Summary For Merit System Employees

The following benefit summary is provided for informational purposes only and is not, nor should be construed as an employment agreement with the M‑NCPPC, implied or actual. It is not all-inclusive and is subject to change. Benefits listed are extended to all Merit System employees of the Maryland‑National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M‑NCPPC). All plans are optional except the Defined Benefit and Long‑Term Disability plans.

Eligibility

You have 45 days from your hire date to elect your benefits. Your coverage begins on the first of the month following receipt of your enrollment forms and required documentation.

Retirement Programs

• Defined Benefit Plan (Mandatory Participation) – Plan E excludes FOP members.

Plan Employee Contribution

• Plan C: 9.5% of base salary (FOP members only)
• Plan E: 4% of base salary up to maximum Social Security Wage Base (SSWB) and 8% in excess of SSWB.

• 457 (b) Plan (Optional) [Pre‑tax and Roth]
• Traditional and Roth IRAs (Optional)
• Retiree Healthcare – Eligibility requires, at least 10 years of eligible service and continuous enrollment in M‑NCPPC plans (or proof of continuous enrollment in comparable plans) during the 36 months immediately preceding your retirement date. Premium cost share based on years of service

Health Insurance Plans (FOP Members Pay 23% for Medical, Prescription and Dental and same as all other employees for Vision.) All other employees pay percentage below.

• Medical
  • Kaiser Permanente Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) – (15%)
  • UnitedHealthcare Select Exclusive Provider Organization Health Plan (EPO) – (20%)
  • UnitedHealthcare Choice Plus Point of Service (POS) – (20%)
• Prescription – CVS Caremark – (15%)
• Dental – Delta Dental PPO and DeltaCare USA HMO – (20%)
• Vision – EyeMed – (80% of Low Option plan paid by Commission. Any balance paid by employee.)

• Low, moderate, and high options are available. Frequency of covered services differs.

Flexible Spending Accounts (Employee Pays 100%)

• Medical Account – Maximum annual contribution: $3,300
• Dependent Care Account – Maximum annual contribution: $7,500

Long‑Term Disability Insurance (Mandatory Participation)

• Employee Pays 20%: Commission Pays 80% (FOP Members Pay 100%)
• Benefits paid at 66⅔% of base salary, maximum of $6,000/month

Supplemental Long‑Term Disability Insurance (Employee Pays 100%)

• Benefits paid at 66⅔% of base salary that exceeds $108,000; capped at $216,000

Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Employee Pays 20%: Commission Pays 80%)

• Two (2) times base salary; maximum benefit is $200,000 for each
• Automatic coverage with opt‑out provision

Supplemental and Spouse/Dependent Life Insurance (Employee Pays 100%)

• Supplemental – 1,2,3,4, or 5 times base salary; maximum benefit is $750,000
• Spouse/Dependent Combination - $10,000/$5,000, $20,000/$10,000, or $30,000/$15,000

Sick Leave Bank (Contribution and Benefit hours prorated for part‑time employees)

• Employees have 60 days from date of hire to enroll.
• Employee contributes 8 leave hours each year
• Annually covers up to 688 hours for own serious medical condition, and 480 hours for parental responsibilities (birth, adoption or foster care), and 80-160 hours for serious medical condition of an immediate family member

Leave Programs

• Annual: 15 days per year
• Personal: 3 days per year (12‑month waiting period)
• Sick: 15 days per year
• Holidays: 11 days per year

Other Benefits

• Credit Union
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Legal Services Plan
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Work‑Life Program

For a more detailed description of benefits, please contact the Commission’s Health and Benefits Office at [e-mail] or 301-454-1694.