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.

EXCELLENT BENEFITS:

Texas Parks and Wildlife offers a variety of benefits for employees such as 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, staggered work hours, Employee Assistance Program and a Return-to-Work Program. For new employees or rehires, health insurance is available on the 1st of the following month after a 60-day waiting period. Click HERE to view our Benefits page.

PLEASE NOTE:

All applications must contain complete job histories in the WORK HISTORY SECTION to include

·Job Title

·Dates of employment (month/year)

·Name of Employer, Name of Supervisor Description of duties performed

·Volunteer experience credit is counted toward any experience requirement.Please list those experiences to receive credit towards meeting the minimum requirements.

·Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification; you may state ‘unknown’ for any incomplete fields.

·College Transcripts are required at the time of interview (unless otherwise noted on the posting) 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.

·Applications with “See attached" or "See resume"will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

·Resumes are encouraged as attachments but will not be used to determine eligibility

·Work In Texas (WIT) Applications WIT applicants are required to complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting. To complete the supplemental questions, login to CAPPS Recruit

IF THIS INFORMATION IS NOT SUBMITTED, YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE CONSIDERED INCOMPLETE.

MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY CODES:

Job Classification

Service

Military Specialty

Assistant Park/Historic Site Superintendent I-IV

Army

11A

Assistant Park/Historic Site Superintendent I-IV

Navy

641X

Assistant Park/Historic Site Superintendent I-IV

Coast Guard

No Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.

Assistant Park/Historic Site Superintendent I-IV

Marine Corps

10C0, 30C0

Assistant Park/Historic Site Superintendent I-IV

Air Force

No Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.

Assistant Park/Historic Site Superintendent I-IV

Space Force

No Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.

*More information on military occupational specialty codes can be found below:

https://www.onetonline.org/crosswalk/MOC/

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MilitaryCrosswalkGuide.pdf

MILITARY EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE:

If you choose to claim military employment preference as outlined by the State of Texas, you must attach the required documentation referenced below at the time your application is submitted If you have questions regarding this requirement, please visit our Military Employment Reference page at https://tpwd.texas.gov/jobs/veterans/

Required forms that will need to be attached with application for Military Employment Preference:

·Veteran- DD214 showing honorable discharge or Statement of Service (only for transitioning service members who have not reached their date of separation).

·Surviving spouse of a veteran who has not remarried- Marriage Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation.

·Orphan of a veteran killed while on active duty- Birth Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation.

·Spouse of a member of the US Armed Forces/Texas National Guard serving on Active Duty- Marriage Certificate and copy of spouses active-duty military orders.

·Spouse of a veteran with disability and is the primary income for household- Marriage Certificate, Veterans DD214, and VA Benefits Summary Letter showing disability rating.

Documentation must be attached to the application before military preference can be granted.

HIRING CONTACT: Robert Frie, (940) 567-3506, Email Address: robert.frie@tpwd.texas.gov

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Fort Richardson State Park and Historic Site, 228 Park Road 61 Jacksboro, TX 76458

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under the direction of the Park Superintendent, this position performs complex (journey-level) assistant park/historic site management work.Responsible for the effective management, safety and security of Fort Richardson State Historic Site.Provides assistance in directing, organizing and planning of overall park administration, programs and activities.Responsibilities include supervision of personnel, coordination of the fiscal control program; facilitation of special events; coordination and oversight of volunteer program; public relations; customer service; interpretive programs; safety programs; resource protection and management.Assists in management and coordination of duties associated with park operations.Works closely in facilitating and coordinating activities and projects with park superintendent, park personnel, park hosts, volunteers and other alternative workforces.Serves as Park Superintendent in his/her absence.Works under general supervision, with moderate 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 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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

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

Experience:

Two 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.

NOTE: Experience may have occurred concurrently.

Licensure:

Must possess at the time of hire, a valid state driver’s license.

NOTE: Retention of position contingent upon obtaining and maintaining required license.

ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS:

Education:

Current Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) employees hired prior to January 1, 1998, with no break in service and with a minimum of sixty semester hours earned, 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/Museum Administration, Recreation and Parks, Natural and/or Cultural Resource Management, Forestry, Biology, Anthropology, Museum Science, Historic Preservation, Archeology or History.

Experience:

Experience as a supervisor or team leader.

Experience in revenue or budget management.

Licensure:

Possession of a Non-Commercial Pesticide/Herbicide Applicators license issued by the Texas Department of Agriculture.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of park administration and operations.

Knowledge of natural and cultural resource management.

Knowledge of interpretation and education programs.

Skill in using MS Word, Excel and Outlook.

Skill in effective verbal and written communication.

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

Skill in conflict resolution and customer service procedures.

Skill in establishing and maintaining effective work relationships with co-workers and work-related contacts.

Skill in training others.

Skill in providing direction and guidance to less tenured staff.

Skill in making independent, sound and timely decisions.

Skill in facility, equipment and grounds repair programs and repair techniques.

Skill in the use of personal computers.

Skill in human resource management.

Ability to effectively supervise employees while maintaining and fostering a team environment.

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

Ability to work with a variety of constituencies and populations.

Ability to complete communication documents to include correspondence, reports, presentations and special assignments.

Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.

Ability to work as a member of a team.

Ability to develop relationships and professional partnerships.

Ability to develop marketing, promotional activities and special events.

Ability to carry out maintenance management programs and manage projects.

Ability to recruit, train and manage volunteers.

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

Ability to uniformly and consistently interpret and enforce state and federal safety laws and park rules and regulations.

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

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

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

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Required to work 40 hours per week, includes various schedules with hours other than 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with days off other than Saturday, Sunday and holidays.

Required to respond to emergency situations.

Required to travel 5% with possible overnight stays.

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

Required to live on-site in State housing with a monthly deduction of $160.55. Housing rate is established by oversight agencies and may change according to market value.

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

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

Non smoking work environment in all state buildings and vehicles.

TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER