Seasonal Job Opportunities Available in Maryland State Parks

The Maryland Park Service is currently recruiting for more than 100 seasonal full-time and part-time positions at many state parks. Seasonal employees play an integral role in park operations, and opportunities exist for seasonal naturalists, rangers, maintenance, lifeguards, contact station attendants, and customer service staff. Candidates who fill these positions are paid hourly wages and work up to a maximum of 10 months in state parks.

The Maryland Park Service provides services and amenities to more than 10 million visitors each year. Spring through Fall seasonal opportunities are available for high school and college age students, as well as retired candidates looking to share their skills and talents. All recruitment announcements can be found on the Department of Natural Resources website. The application process for these seasonal positions is conducted online through the state’s JobAps system. Questions regarding each seasonal job opportunity can be directed to the appropriate state park.

View and Apply for Maryland State Park Seasonal Job Opportunities here. You can search by the park name using the "keyword" search mechanism at the top of the website.

Bloede Dam Project and Analysis

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is currently conducting a feasibility study to evaluate Bloede Dam's negative impact on the ecology of the Patapsco River and issues related to public safety.

The dam, located on the property of Patapsco Valley State Park, is an obstacle for fish passage, and it fragments aquatic habitat.

Bloede Dam is owned by the DNR. The Department is currently taking public comment on a report of the alternatives to address the problem.

"Click" here to view details and goals about the Bloede Dam project, as well as DNR's response to public comments and next steps.

If you would like to submit written comment, please email: bloededam@dnr.state.md.us.

Maryland Partners with The North Face for 2012 Explore Your Parks Program

For the third year in a row, the Maryland Park Service (MPS) is partnering with The North Face company for its annual Explore Your Parks program that encourages families to get outdoors and enjoy State Parks across the country.

"We're proud to have The North Face as a partner as we encourage everyone to have a more active, healthy lifestyle, all the while creating stronger connections between people and the outdoors," said MPS Superintendent Nita Settina. "Maryland's State Parks provide endless opportunities for kids and their families to be active and connect with nature – hiking, climbing, running, biking, volunteering, camping, playing sports, paddling and everything else their imagination allows."

As part of the program, Marylanders can receive a free day-pass to one of nine participating Maryland State Parks with the purchase of The North Face products at local retailers. The stores will also carry free activity guides that provide information on things to do at the parks. Participating in Maryland are Calvert Cliffs, Gambrill, Greenbrier, Gunpowder Falls, Patapsco Valley, Seneca Creek and Smallwood State Parks in addition to the Merkle Wildlife Sanctuary and Cedarville State Forest.

The Maryland Park Service is proud to partner with The North Face: Explore Your Parks, to offer an opportunity to camp at selected state parks.

With the new OPERATION: CAMPOUT! Program, we can lend you gear free of charge (includes a tent, chairs, stove, lantern and more). This program is designed for military individuals and military families new to camping or experienced campers stationed or recovering in this area. OPERATION: CAMPOUT! is an opportunity for families to reconnect with each other and the great outdoors in a comfortable, safe and relaxing setting. Choose from five Maryland State Parks including Patapsco Valley State Park, Pocomoke River State Park, Rocky Gap State Park, New Germany State Park or Swallow Falls State Park. Campsites have picnic tables and campfire rings. Bathrooms and hot showers are within walking distance. It’s never too late to discover the joys of sitting around a roaring campfire, roasting marshmallows or sleeping under the stars!

For more information, contact Christina Holden at (410) 260-8155 or by email at cholden@dnr.state.md.us. We are reaching out to wounded warriors stationed at nearby bases and hospitals and veterans with this program. We are committed to provide a means of reconnecting with family, friends and the outdoors.