
Posting number: 0050 - 010320
Department: Recreation & Parks
Division: R&P REC11P - General Fund Part time
Job classification: Parks Maintenance Contingent Worker (Park Operations, Cedar Lane/Savage Park)
Posting type: Open
Categories: Parks
Grounds Maintenance Workers for Howard County Recreation and Parks. These positions are part of a dedicated team of employees which manage specific support roles as directed to maintain parks and government buildings. General knowledge of the operation and maintenance of commercial grade mowing equipment and landscape maintenance is preferred. Training opportunities are available to include equipment and industry certifications. Applicant should have at least one (1) year experience and must have a valid class "C" driver's license. These positions may be eligible for benefits. Hours: 40 hours per week/ 42-week positions. Salary: $18.00 - $20.00 an hour. Criminal background check and pre-employment physical and drug test required.
***Criminal background check and pre-employment physical and drug test are required.***
Full YearsNew Hourly Rate0$19.001$19.502$20.003$20.504+$21.00

Strengthening core priorities such as public safety and education, finding efficiencies within government, exercising sound fiscal management, protecting our environment, and creating a healthier and more vibrant community. The County prides itself on making local government more responsive and efficient.
Howard County has been recognized in the Top 10 “Best Places to Live in America” by Money Magazine, and in 2010, Columbia/Ellicott City was recognized as the “#2 Best Place to Live” for its strong local economy, excellent public schools, thriving arts community, and enviable quality of life. Forbes Magazine has consistently named Howard County one of the “Best Places to Raise a Family,” and USA Today named Howard the “2nd Most Technologically Advanced County” in the nation.