City of Takoma Park | Diversity Employer
The City of Takoma Park is a municipality of approximately 17,000 residents in Montgomery County, Maryland. Takoma Park is bordered by Washington, D.C. on the south, the unincorporated communities of Silver Spring and Long Branch in Montgomery County on the west and north, and the unincorporated communities of Langley Park and Chillum in Prince George’s County on the north and east. Takoma Park is densely populated but feels comfortable due to its hills and large trees. Takoma Park is known as “Azalea City” because of the many flowering azalea bushes that brighten the area in the spring. Stream valley parks along Sligo Creek and Long Branch Creek cross the city and, along with other city parks, provide bike trails and play areas for the community.
Government
Takoma Park operates under a Council-Manager form of government. An at-large Mayor and six Councilmembers representing wards comprise the Council. Councilmembers are elected for two-year terms in November of odd-numbered years. The Council sets policy, adopts the annual budget, appoints the City Manager and City Attorney, and appoints members to various boards and commissions. The City Manager directs the day-to-day operations of the city government, hires and manages staff, and proposes an annual budget for consideration by the Council.
The City of Takoma Park provides services through the following departments: Administration, Housing and Community Development, Library, Police, Public Works and Recreation. Social services, schools, courts, and most building inspections and planning and zoning services are provided by Montgomery County.
Takoma Park lies within Montgomery County Council District 5, Maryland General Assembly District 20 and U.S. House of Representatives District 8.
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Recreation Program Assistant - Sports
Takoma Park, Maryland
The City of Takoma Park is seeking passionate Recreation Programs Assistants for Sports. There are multiple positions available. The Recreation Department offers a number of leagues along with a variety of programs throughout the year. This...
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Class Instructors - Rec (contract position)
Takoma Park, Maryland
The City of Takoma Park is seeking Contractual Instructors to teach a variety of classes for the Recreation Department. There are multiple positions available. Classes will take place at either the Takoma Park Community Center, 7500 Maple A...
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Takoma Park, Maryland
The City of Takoma Park is seeking part-time Crossing Guards to help ensure the safe streets and passage of our young residents during before and after school hours during the MCPS school year. Typical Duties Include: Controllingvehicular t...
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Recreation Program Assistant - Front Desk
Takoma Park, Maryland
The City of Takoma Park is a great place to work. TheCity offers an excellent benefitspackage.We are proud to be a workforce of almost 200full-time and part-time employees thatare as diverse as the community we serve.We strivetomaintain exc...
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Takoma Park, Maryland
The City of Takoma Park is seeking an experienced and self-motivated person to provide records management and office support to the City Clerk's Office. This is a part time, 30-hour per week position. The incumbent should be organized, deta...
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Takoma Park, Maryland
The City of Takoma Park isproud to be a workforce of almost 200full-time and part-time employees thatare as diverse as the community we serve.We strivetomaintain excellent customer service and responsiveness to our residents and everyone we...
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Recreation Program Leader I - Teens
Takoma Park, Maryland
The City of Takoma Park Recreation Department is seeking an enthusiastic Recreation Program Leader to work with youth and teens grades 6-12. Under the guidance and direction of the Teen Program Supervisor, incumbents will assist with planni...
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