Receptionist – Seasonal

Salary: $16.00 Hourly

Location : Upper Marlboro, MD

Job Type: Seasonal

Job Number: Reception

Department: PGC Parks and Recreation

Division: Natural and Historical Res

Opening Date: 05/12/2023

Closing Date: 6/12/2023 11:59 PM Eastern

Description
Patuxent River Park, located in Upper Marlboro, MD is seeking a part time receptionist based out of the park’s visitors center. This position will assist with customer services including communicating general park information to the public and processing various permits, rentals, and merchandise sales. This position will work up to 30 hours/week including one weekend day. The hourly wage is $16/hr.
Examples of Important Duties

• Provide excellent customer service including, greeting visitors, answering phones, issuing permits, and completing pavilion, campsite, and canoe/kayak rentals
• Perform administrative tasks: complete point of sale transactions, collect payment from rentals, permits, educational programs, donations, etc; prepare daily revenue reports; compile data for various reports; maintain display of marketing materials (brochures, pamphlets, etc); and open, operate, and close visitors center

Minimum Qualifications

• Proficiency with computers, point of sale systems, and Microsoft Office suite
• One years’ experience in customer service, retail management, or related field
• Experience in park and recreation or related field is a plus
• Excellent customer service skills
• Able to communicate clearly, effectively, and comfortably in written and spoken work with staff and visitors
• Able to work independently and in a team environment
• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Valid driver’s license
• Canoe/Kayak/Camping experience preferred
• Passion for the outdoors

Supplemental Information

• This position accrues paid sick leave up to 40 hours/year. No other benefits are included.
• A background investigation will be completed prior to hire.

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.

Person(s) hired for this position must provide proof of being fully vaccinated for COVID-19 (with limited religious or medical exceptions).

THE MARYLAND-NATIONAL CAPITAL PARK AND PLANNING COMMISSION

2023 BENEFIT SUMMARY FOR SEASONAL INTERMITTENT EMPLOYEES

The following information is a summary of benefits extended to all Seasonal employees of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). This is for informational purposes only and is subject to change.

Limited Benefits for Seasonal Employees

Health Insurance Plans
You are eligible for specific health insurance benefits if you worked, on average, 30 hours per week during your first 12 months of employment or from October 3rd to October 2nd each subsequent period following your first 12 months of employment. This equates to 1,560 hours over a 12-month period.

If and when you are eligible for benefits, you will receive notification directly from the Health & Benefits Office.

Eligible Employees Pay 35% of the health insurance plan premium and The Commission Pays 65%.

• Medical
  • Kaiser Permanente Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) with Prescription Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare Select Plan (EPO)
• Prescription: CVS Caremark Prescription Plan

Other Benefits

• Credit Union
• Sick Leave Benefits

This summary is intended to highlight some of the benefits offered by the M-NCPPC. It is not an all-inclusive agreement and is subject to change. For a more detailed description of benefits, please see the appropriate benefits brochure, service agreement or manual. For more information, contact The Health and Benefits Office at benefits@mncppc.org or 301-454-1694.

01

Are you proficient with computers, point of sale systems, and the Microsoft Office suite?

• Yes
• No

02

Have many years of experience do you have in customer service, retail management, or a related field?

• No experience
• 1-2 years of experience
• 3-4 years of experience
• 5+ years

03

Do you have a valid driver’s license?

• Yes
• No

Required Question