Sports Tournaments & Events Supervisor - (Recreation Services Coordinator II) - Recreation & Parks

**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 is a recreation and parks position that provides coordination and supervision of sports tournaments, and events in addition to assisting divisional staff and leading divisional activities as required. This position assists the manager of the Sports Events & Permit Unit of the Division. **STARTING SALARY HIRING RANGE:** **$27.37 - $29.97** **$56,925 - $62,327** **CLASS DESCRIPTION:** Performs professional level recreation services work, which may include supervision, under general supervision from an administrative or technical superior. Work includes overseeing the safe and efficient operation of activities at school and department recreational facilities, parks and private recreational facilities; or overseeing the operation of programs in specific functional areas under the direction of a recreation supervisor. Assists in analyzing marketing data for program promotion and customer service. Work also includes the supervision of contingent, part-time staff and volunteers; overseeing the approved budget; and preparing information for recreation supervisor for seasonal and fiscal reports. **\*This is a Classified position, meaning that it is a part of the Howard County Classified Service upon completion of a probationary period of at least six (6) months\*** **\*This position requires availability to supervise events in the evenings and weekends.\*** **Program Coordination and Event Management:** - Coordinate assigned seasonal programs. - Provide direct leadership for tournaments and events. - Work with State Sports Tourism and local tourism offices to promote programs. - Coordinate with the Board of Education and county facilities for program space; review permits for conflicts. - Prepare news releases for upcoming programs. - Update seasonal program information on the website. - Input programs into seasonal brochures, ensure accuracy in ActiveNet, and create program fliers. - Distribute marketing and promotional items. **Customer Service and Participant Support:** - Provide customer service regarding programming questions. - Assist contractors and staff with participant information, supplies, and materials. - Handle customer requests, inquiries, and concerns for sports and health events. - Prepare program evaluation…