Lake Needwood Boats & Black Hill Boats Positions

Overview

Do you like being in an active, outdoor setting around water? Engage with adults and children alike? Montgomery County Parks, Enterprise Division, is currently seeking seasonal intermittent applicants to fill positions at Black Hill Boats (Black Hill Regional Park) and Lake Needwood Boats (Rock Creek Regional Park). Work hours include weekdays, evenings, weekends, and holidays. These facilities are closed during the winter months, generally October–April.

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Provide assistance to children and adults boarding and exiting a variety of vessels including kayaks, canoes, pedal boats, rowboats, and stand‑up paddle boards; clean and maintain boats, life jackets, boating equipment, docks, and grounds at the facility; perform general administrative tasks such as cash handling, sales of admissions and other retail items, answering phones, filing, and general office work; perform custodial maintenance such as sweeping, mopping, trash removal, organization of supplies and equipment, and general facility upkeep;

work outside for up to eight hours per day; knowledge of fundamental computer skills, including operation of a point‑of‑sale system.

Qualifications
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Weekend work is required. Ability to complete a Boaters Safety Certificate Course within two weeks of hire date. Minimum age: 16.

Assists Facility Manager with managing and operating a boat rental facility; manage staff, staff schedules, and programs; supervise staff engaged in operational activities, cash handling, and custodial maintenance; prepare cash reports and bank deposits for manager's approval; operate patrol boat to monitor the lake and assist customers as needed; notify Manager of facility needs and request supplies; knowledge of fundamental computer skills including operation of a point‑of‑sale system.

Qualifications
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Weekend work is required; ability to complete a Boaters Safety Certificate Course within two weeks of hire date; boat operating experience (including motorboats) is preferred; minimum age: 18.

Operates weekend public pontoon tours of the lake and private rides/programs during the week; assists Manager on Duty with all aspects of managing and operating the boat rental facility; knowledge of fundamental computer skills, including operation of a point‑of‑sale system; supervise staff engaged in operational activities, cash handling, and custodial maintenance related to facility operations.

Qualifications
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Weekend work is required; ability to complete a Boaters Safety Certificate Course within two weeks of hire date; boat operating experience (including motorboats) is preferred; minimum age: 18.

May be subject to medical, drug and alcohol testing. Positions are seasonal (part‑time) and do not include benefits. Pay rates are based on experience and qualifications. Availability to work Memorial Day, 4th of July, and Labor Day strongly preferred. Applicants aged 16–17 require a work permit. All selected candidates must display excellent customer service skills, attain First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications (training classes available) and attend in‑house orientation.

Ongoing continued training and internal growth opportunities available. A complete 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. Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

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