This position is eligible for a $5,000 Recruitment Bonus

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

Park/Historic Site Superintendent I-VI

Army

11A

Park/Historic Site Superintendent I-VI

Navy

641X

Park/Historic Site Superintendent I-VI

Coast Guard

No Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.

Park/Historic Site Superintendent I-VI

Marine Corps

No Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.

Park/Historic Site Superintendent I-VI

Air Force

10C0, 30C0

Park/Historic Site Superintendent I-VI

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: Jason Hairston, (830) 313-0681 / Jason.Hairston@tpwd.texas.gov
PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Devils River State Natural Area - Del Norte, 21715 Dolan Creek Rd, Del Rio, TX 78840

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

This position is eligible for a $5,000 Recruitment Bonus

A truly unique opportunity at a special site - 20,000 acres of rugged and undeveloped land on the cleanest river in Texas. This position is based at the remote Del Norte Unit of Devils River State Natural Area located on Dolan Creek Rd; which is approximately 1.5 hours (one-way) from Del Rio.

Under the direction of the Complex Superintendent, this position performs complex (journey-level) park/historic site management work including overseeing the preservation, protection, administration, and maintenance of the Devils River State Natural Area (DRSNA) Del Norte Unit. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:visitor and customer service; cultural and natural resource protection and stewardship; financial management, including budget planning, preparation, and monitoring; revenue management; human resources management, including recruitment and retention; security and safety programs; maintenance and repair of facilities, grounds, and equipment; customer service; public relations, marketing, and promotion; interpretive and educational program management, including engaging in community outreach; and coordinating special events.Engages in volunteer development and cultivating partnerships.Leads team to fulfill the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) Mission and in a manner that embodies the department’s core values.Serves as DRSNA lead superintendent in their absence. Responsible for other assigned projects required by the Region and Austin headquarters.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.

NOTE Located along the Devils River, staff should be comfortable operating kayaks & canoes, including overnight kayak patrols down the Devils River to conduct river/campsite maintenance.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education

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

Experience

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

Two years of experience as a supervisor or team leader.

NOTE Experience may have occurred concurrently.

Licensure

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 no break in service and with a minimum of sixty semester hours may substitute two years of TPWD experience in park/historic site management, supervision, or operations for the required degree.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

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

Experience

Experience as a park/historic site manager, supervisor, or team leader.

Experience in revenue or budget management.

Experience with community outreach, volunteer recruitment and management, and coordination of partnerships.

Experience managing natural, cultural, and other park/historic site resources.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of all phases of park/historic site administration and operations.

Knowledge of the fundamentals of cultural and natural resources management.

Knowledge of accounting and accountability of revenue collection.

Knowledge of interpretation/education programs.

Knowledge of maintenance management.

Knowledge of resource management.

Skill in using MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Skill in effective verbal and written communications.

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

Skill in making independent, sound, and timely decisions.

Skill in effective interaction with staff at all levels of this and other State agencies and organizations.

Skill in public relations and developing beneficial relationships and promotional partnerships with volunteer groups and other outside agencies/organizations.

Skill in personnel management and effectively supervising employees while maintaining and fostering a team environment.

Skill in using personal computers.

Skill in the administration of business operations and facilities.

Skill in overseeing equipment usage.

Skill in ground repairs and techniques.

Ability to carry-out public and employee safety programs.

Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

Ability to coordinate maintenance, repair, or construction of park/historic site facilities, grounds, and equipment.

Ability to complete correspondence, report, presentation, and special assignments.

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

Ability to develop marketing and promotional activities and special events.

Ability to carry-out public and employee safety programs.

Ability to enforce appropriate park/historic site rules and regulations in a fair and consistent manner.

Ability to manage and supervise Law Enforcement operations.

Ability to develop and follow fiscal control plans.

Ability to supervise the work of others.

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 TPWD safety program.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Required to live on-site in State housing with a monthly deduction of $224.75.Housing rates are established by TPWD policy, calculated using federal guidelines, and may change according to market value.

Required to work in a public park with overnight camping and day use.

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

Required to respond to emergency situations.

Required to travel 10% with possible overnight stays.

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

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

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

May be required to operate a State vehicle.

Non-smoking environment in all State buildings and vehicles.

TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER