All applicants recommended for employment must be approved by the Kent County
Commissioners and must meet pre-employment requirements including a negative urinalysis screening. Applications may be obtained in person at the Parks and Recreation office located at 10932 Worton, Rd. in Worton, MD 21678. For more details regarding pre-employment requirements, please contact the administrative office at 410-778-1948 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Note: Positions for Recreation Leaders, Facility Supervisors and Leaders Club Counselors require working a minimum of two County sponsored special events from September to June.
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* Parks & Recreation is always in need of substitute staff for all positions.
Substitutes are called as needed in the absence of hired staff. Please inquire.
Facility Supervisors
Kent County Parks and Recreation is seeking Facility Supervisors for weekday evenings and weekend facility rentals for programs at Worton Arena (weekday evenings and weekends), and weekday evening programs at Garnett Elementary School, Chestertown Middle School, Rock Hall Middle School and Galena Middle School. These positions require individuals to be at least 18 years of age with dependable transportation, as well as be honest, responsible, firm yet friendly, able to control groups of individuals participating in sporting events and activities, courteous and helpful and must possess good organizational and communication skills. Successful candidates will be responsible for the safety of individuals participating in our programs and basic care of the facility and equipment used. The Facility Supervisor is responsible for opening, closing and securing the facility, collecting payments, recording payments and attendance, as well as checking the facility often for vandalism and other problems. Facility Supervisors placed at school sites are required to visit the KCP&R office a minimum of once per week to pick up supplies, turn in registrations and payments, and other reasons as needed as it relates to the position. Facility Supervisors must be available the entire season from late October – early March (Worton Arena – September to May).
There are seven to eight positions for Facility Supervisor.
Leaders Club After School Counselor
A Leaders Club School Year Counselor for Kent County Parks & Recreation requires extensive experience with middle school aged children and knowledge of age appropriate activities. Candidates must have excellent leadership and communication skills, be able to work independently, as well as in a team atmosphere, and be responsible for the safety of children. In addition, candidates must be at least 21 years of age and have experience driving 15 passenger vans. Candidates must be able to resolve conflicts with children and parents, possess the ability to be firm but friendly, and must be able to be articulate and professional when dealing with parents, children and co-workers. The School Year counselor will work closely with the Recreation Program Coordinator to develop and deliver after school club activities at each middle school, in addition to monthly activities on weekends or when school is not in session. This position is one that is in the public eye and should always reflect a professional manner as well as excellent character attributes. Candidates are required to hold current First Aid & CPR certification, have a yearly pre-employment medical form completed including a negative TB test, complete criminal background search, provide proof of age (photo ID), have a valid driver’s license, and supply a copy of a 3 year driving record from the MVA.
There are one to two positions available for Leaders Club Counselor.
Special Events Assistant
A Special Events Assistant for Kent County Parks and Recreation requires minimal experience with school age children. Candidates are responsible for set up and clean up of events, leading games and activities, giving instructions for crafts, and assisting with special and sporting events as coordinated by the Recreation Program Coordinator. Candidates must be at least 16 years of age, be responsible, have dependable transportation, be courteous and helpful, and have good communication skills. This position is one that is in the public eye and should always reflect a professional manner as well as excellent character attributes. Please ask for a listing of special event dates from October - June.
There are three positions for Special Events Assistant.
Youth Basketball Official
A Youth Basketball Official requires a solid knowledge of the game of basketball, must be professional in appearance and demeanor, and have a desire to provide quality programming for youth ages 9-13. Candidates must be at least 18 years of age, and are responsible for working to create a positive environment in which youth can learn the game and grow as people. Candidates must maintain a professional appearance and demeanor during all basketball league events when interacting with players and spectators. This position is one that is in the public eye and should always reflect a professional manner as well as excellent character attributes. Candidates must be willing to work Friday evenings and some weekends as well as attend an official’s clinic prior to starting the season.
There are six to eight contracted (vendor responsible for applicable income taxes) positions for Official.
Volunteer Youth Basketball Coach
A Volunteer Youth Basketball Coach requires a solid knowledge of the game of basketball, must be professional in appearance and demeanor, and have a desire to provide quality programming for youth ages 9-13. Candidates are responsible for working to create a positive environment in which youth can learn the game and grow as people. Candidates must maintain a professional appearance and demeanor during all basketball league events when interacting with players and spectators. This position is one that is in the public eye and should always reflect a professional manner as well as excellent character attributes. Candidates must be willing to volunteer 2-3 nights per week December through March for games and practices as well as attend a coach’s clinic prior to starting the season.
“Specialty” Instructors and Assistants
Each season Kent County Parks & Recreation seeks instructors and assistants who specialize in specific programming areas. Kent County Parks & Recreation continuously seeks qualified individuals who specialize in instruction or assisting in the following areas:
Youth and Adult Dance Instructors
Youth Tumbling/Gymnastics Instructors
Youth Tumbling/Gymnastics Assistants
Aerobics/Fitness Instructors
Art Class Instructors
Health/Wellness/Safety Class Instructors
Other Specialty Instructors for Youth & Adult Programs
Specialty instructors and assistants are in the public eye and should always reflect a professional manner as well as excellent character attributes. Pay for specialized instructors and an assistant is paid at an hourly rate and varies depending on experience and background. If you have a new programming idea and can instruct in it, please contact the Recreation Supervisor at Kent County Parks and Recreation at 410-778-1948 or by email at info@KentParksAndRec.org.
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