TPWD - Assistant Park/Historic Site Superintendent III ( 00031959 ) Organization : PARKS AND WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT

Primary Location : Texas-Calliham Work Locations : SP-Choke Canyon SP-Calliham 358 Park Road 8 PO Box 2 Calliham 78007

Job : Farming, Fishing, and Forestry

Employee Status : Regular

Schedule : Full-time Standard Hours Per Week : 40.00

Travel : Yes, 5 % of the Time

State Job Code : 2696

Salary Admin Plan : B

Grade : 21

Salary (Pay Basis) : 4,703.45 - 5,503.45 (Monthly)

Number of Openings : 1

Overtime Status : Exempt

Job Posting : Apr 4, 2023, 12:49:43 PM

Closing Date: Apr 18, 2023, 11:59:00 PM

Description

TPWD MISSION

To manage and conserve the natural and cultural resources of Texas and to provide hunting, fishing and outdoor recreation opportunities for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.

PLEASE NOTE: All applications must contain complete job histories, which includes job title, dates of employment (month/year) and hours worked per week, name of employer, supervisor's name and phone number and a description of duties performed.

Job history and volunteer experience should be listed in the work history section of the application to receive credit towards meeting the minimum requirements. Part-time experience credit is prorated based on the duration and hours worked per week. Please indicate hours worked for part-time/temporary/seasonal experience. If this information is not submitted, your application will be considered incomplete.

Applications with “See attached" or "See resume" will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification; you may state ‘unknown’ for any incomplete fields. If education is used to meet the minimum requirements of the job posting, a copy of a college transcript(s) issued from the registrar must be provided if you are selected for an interview.

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MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY CODES can be found at http://www.hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions

VETERAN’S PREFERENCE: If you choose to claim veteran’s employment preference including surviving spouse or orphan of a veteran as outlined by the State of Texas, you must attach a DD214 at the time your application is submitted. If you have questions regarding this requirement, please visit our Veteran’s Hiring Reference page at https://tpwd.texas.gov/jobs/veterans/

BENEFITS:

Texas Parks and Wildlife offers a variety of benefits for employees such generous paid time off, group insurance, retirement and pension, and frequent training and staff development opportunities. Other benefits include longevity pay, merit pay, deferred compensation, flexible benefit plans, 401K/457 retirement plans, direct deposit, telework, staggered work hours, Employee Assistance Program and a Return to Work Program. For new employees or rehires, health insurance is available the 1st of the following month after a 60-day waiting period. Click HERE to view our Benefits page.

TO APPLY: Application must be completed at: https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en

HIRING CONTACT: Diego Aragon, (361) 786-3868

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: TPWD Choke Canyon State Park, 358 Recreation Road 8, Calliham, Texas 78007

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Under the direction of the Park Superintendent, this position performs highly complex (senior-level) assistant park/historic site management work and is responsible for the preservation, protection, interpretation, operation and maintenance of Choke Canyon State Park. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: assisting in strategic operational planning including community engagement, developing, implementing and coordinating interpretive opportunities, environmental education and community outreach programs, marketing and promotion, organization of special events, customer service, public relations, volunteer development and coordination of partnerships. Supervises, trains, schedules, motivates and evaluates employees and volunteer workers. Oversees and conducts cultural and natural resource stewardship, financial management, budget planning, preparation and monitoring, revenue management, human resources management and security and safety programs. Oversees and performs maintenance and repairs of facilities, grounds and equipment. Assists in the enforcement of the rules and regulations, park and visitor safety. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Performs additional duties as assigned. Complies with all Agency, Division and Branch rules, regulations and procedures.

NOTE: Salary range is limited to a commissioned officers in the park management track prior to 9/1/2020. State Park Law Enforcement career ladder eligibility requirements must be met to advance from the base rate-of-pay.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree.

Experience:

Three years experience in (1) natural/cultural resource management; or (2) interpretation or education; or (3) general maintenance; or (4) public safety; or (5) promotions or public relations or marketing;

One year experience as a supervisor or a team leader.

NOTE: Experience may have occurred concurrently.

Licensure:

If driving is required, applicant must possess a valid State driver’s license.

ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS

Education:

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) employees hired prior to January 1, 1998, with a minimum of sixty semester hours may substitute two years of TPWD experience in park management, supervision or operations for the required degree.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Park Administration, Recreation and Parks, Wildlife/Fisheries Science, Natural and/or Cultural Resource Management, Forestry, Biology, Anthropology, Archeology or History.

Experience:

Two years customer service experience;

Experience as a park manager;

Experience in revenue or budget management;

Experience in natural or cultural resource management, general maintenance, public safety, promotions or public relations or marketing.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of all phases of park administration and operations;

Knowledge of park operations and maintenance practices;

Knowledge of public relations with ability to develop beneficial relationships and promotional partnerships with volunteer groups and other outside agencies and organizations;

Knowledge of natural and cultural resource management practices;

Knowledge of basic mathematics;

Skill in using MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook;

Skill in effective verbal and written communication;

Skill in providing quality customer service in a courteous and professional manner;

Skill in personnel management with ability to effectively supervise employees while maintaining and fostering a team environment;

Skill in conflict resolution and customer service procedures;

Skill in making independent, sound and timely decisions;

Skill in research, development and implementation of interpretive programs and/or environmental education;

Skill in developing beneficial community partnerships;

Skill in training others;

Skill in planning, assigning and/or supervising the work of others;

Ability to resolve conflicts, solve problems and increase productivity while fostering a harmonious team oriented work environment;

Ability to develop marketing and promotional activities and special events;

Ability to maintain flexibility and work with frequent interruptions and multiple changing priorities;

Ability to maintain confidentiality;

Ability to work independently with little or no supervision;

Ability to complete correspondence, reports, presentations and special assignments;

Ability to handle complaints, emergencies, stressful situations, and large groups of people;

Ability to communicate with the public in intense situations with a positive and professional demeanor;

Ability to develop and maintain financial systems, accountability of budgets, revenue collections, expenditure systems and purchasing, inventories and agency property;

Ability to interpret and enforce park rules and regulations in a fair, consistent and professional manner;

Ability to coordinate maintenance, repair, or construction of park facilities and grounds as well as maintenance/repair of equipment;

Ability to perform manual labor including, lifting supplies and materials up to 50 lbs.;

Ability to conduct work activities in accordance with TPWD safety program.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Required to work in a high visitation public park with overnight camping;

Required to work 40 hours per week, includes flexible schedules with hours other than 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and days off other than Saturdays, Sundays and holidays;

Required to perform work outdoors, occasionally in adverse weather conditions;

Required to respond to emergencies and on-call situations;

Required to work overtime as necessary;

Required to perform manual labor including, lifting supplies and materials up to 50 lbs.;

May be required to operate a State vehicle;

On-site in State housing is available with a monthly deduction in the amount of $168.02. Housing rate is established by TPWD policy, calculated using federal guidelines, and may change according to market value.

Required to travel 5% with possible overnight stays;

Must conform to TPWD dress and grooming standards, work rules and safety procedures;

Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.

TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER