Historic & Cultural Resources Program Manager-(Recreation Services Supervisor)-Recreation and Parks

Howard County (MD)•Columbia, MD

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About The Position

Howard County: Conveniently located in the heart of central Maryland between Baltimore and Washington, Howard County offers the charm of a historic past mixed with the excitement of a cosmopolitan community. Howard County Government: Howard County Government is a leader in innovation, sustainability, and consistently ranked as one of the best places to live and work in the country. In 2025, Howard County Government received a record-breaking 85 Achievement Awards from the National Association of Counties (NACo) - the highest number of annual NACo awards achieved in the history of the State of Maryland, and the highest number of awards out of any county in the State of Maryland which received a collective 136 awards. NACo is the leading organization representing county-level government operations. These awards recognize innovative and transformative programs that provide new services for county residents, improve existing programs, upgrade working conditions, and enhance citizen participation and public policymaking. What are we looking for? We are looking for outstanding individuals to join our team and contribute to excellence in Howard County operations? What you'll like most about working at Howard County Government: We are committed to workplace excellence in every area of County government. We have a highly talented, diverse, and inclusive workplace. Your input will not only be heard, but it will be encouraged! We offer competitive compensation and great benefits including medical, retirement, and wellness programs. As a member of the Howard County Government team, you'll be helping drive our culture and directly impact what makes us an amazing place to work. POSITION SUMMARY: This position manages, supervises, coordinates and participates in the County-wide programs and activities of the Historic and Cultural Resources Section, within the Natural and Historic Resources Division. This includes facility operations of historic sites including the Patapsco Female Institute, Ellicott City B&O Station Museum, Ellicott City Firehouse Museum, Ellicott City Colored School Restored and several other sites. This position also directs and supervises the section's archeology projects and programs and oversees all historic research for sites managed by the Department. CLASS DESCRIPTION: Performs intermediate professional level recreation services work, which may include supervision, under general supervision from an administrative or technical superior. Work includes the management and supervision of recreation and parks programs, classes and events and can also include the management of large facilities. This oversight can be in a functional area of expertise, facility or geographic area. Serves as Department liaison with community groups; partnerships, grants and sponsors; coordinating activities of contingent staff, contractors and volunteers; supervising lower level full time and highly specialized part-time staff; and preparing computerized payroll and comprehensive program, brochure and promotional data and planning reports.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and two (2) years related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

Possession of a valid Driver's License
First Aid, CPR and AED certified
Historic and Cultural Resources Programing and interpretation Experience
Familiar with archeology concepts
Understanding of artifact and archival conservation and preservation techniques
Facility Management and operations experience
Proficient in Windows, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Experience with an automated registration and membership system.

Responsibilities

Directs and oversees the management, operation, programming and long-term planning of the County-owned historic sites and facilities.
Directs and oversees operations for historic sites.
Supervises and works closely with staff archeologists with project and program schedules and priorities.
Directs and participates in exhibit design and creation both by in-house staff and contractors.
Directs, oversees and creates interpretation plans for all historic sites.
Performs research related to historic sites to ensure sites are interpreted appropriately.
Coordination of historic sites and facilities scheduling with Department program staff, other user groups, and the public.
Initiates and coordinates with the Bureau of Parks, Bureau of Facilities and the Department's Historic Conservation crew for maintenance issues.
Directs, coordinates and sets priorities for staff related to historic research, collections management and oversite of the sections archive.
Recruits, selects, trains, and evaluates full time, contingent, benefited and volunteer staff.
Plans, schedules, assigns and coordinates work assignments. Conducts performance appraisals for benefited staff.
Works and cooperates with co-workers and supervisors at all levels.
Coordinates with the Park Planning Section on capital project needs for historic sites maintenance and renovations.
Facilitates ongoing cooperation and coordination with local agencies, historic museums and historians.
Initiates and reviews inspection reports for facility maintenance.
Works towards ensuring the safety and security of patrons and staff.
Completes reviews, and submits incident, injury, accident, or other related reports to the Natural and Historic Resources Division Superintendent.
Develops, manages, and coordinates operating budgets and makes recommendations for budget requests. Complete fiscal and financial reports as required.
Ensures staff compliance with Department and County policies for cost accounting, PDQ card, and purchasing.
Works with Department of Recreation and Parks Marketing Team and the Public Information Office to develop marketing strategies for programs, events, and rentals.
Coordinates and oversees information for the Department's seasonal brochure and program fliers.
Prepares and submits Public Service Announcements.
Coordinates all rentals of the Department historic sites and facilities, this includes support for the Shakespeare in the Ruins event.
Maintains an active, working knowledge of cultural heritage tourism program, trends, and needs.
Responsible for identifying and applying good sustainability practices into all aspects of Department operations.
This position may be deemed as essential in an emergency at the discretion of the director.
This position requires a flexible schedule as Historic and Cultural activities are frequently held on weekends, evenings in addition to regular day-time hours. Some evening and weekend work is required