Description

Patuxent River Park, located in Upper Marlboro, MD, is seeking a part time front desk receptionist/administrative assistant based out of the park 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 24 hours/week including one weekend day.  The hourly wage is $16.40/hr. 

For more information about the Seasonal Hiring process and application status for Prince George’s County Parks and Recreation, please contact Joelle Edmond, Joelle.Edmond@pgparks.com or Brenda Miller Brenda.Miller@Pgparks.com.

Examples of Important Duties

• Provide excellent customer service including but not limited to: 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

• 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

• Experience in park and recreation or related field is a plus

Supplemental Information

May be subject to medical, drug and alcohol testing.

• 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.