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TPWD MISSIONTo 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 includeJob Title
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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.NEED HELP? Watch our VIDEO ON HOW TO APPLY FOR JOBSMILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY CODES:Job ClassificationServiceMilitary SpecialtyPark/Historic Site Superintendent I-VIArmy11APark/Historic Site Superintendent I-VINavy641XPark/Historic Site Superintendent I-VICoast GuardNo Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.Park/Historic Site Superintendent I-VIMarine CorpsNo Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.Park/Historic Site Superintendent I-VIAir Force10C0, 30C0Park/Historic Site Superintendent I-VISpace ForceNo 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.pdfMILITARY 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 aveteran 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: Barrett Durst, (512) 308-1475, Email: barrett.durst@tpwd.texas.govPHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Lost Maples State Natural Area, 37221 FM 187, Vanderpool, TX 78885 GENERAL DESCRIPTION:Under the direction of the Deputy Regional Director, this position performs highly complex (senior-level) park/historic site management work including the preservation, protection, operation and maintenance of Lost Maples State Natural Area. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: cultural and natural resource stewardship; financial management, budget planning, preparation and monitoring; revenue management, and human resources management; security and safety programs; maintenance and repair of facilities, grounds and equipment; customer service, public relations, marketing and promotion; interpretation and education, special events, community outreach, volunteer development and coordination of partnership. Park Superintendent will be responsible for other assigned projects required by Region and Austin Headquarters. 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 commissioned officers in the park management track prior to 9/1/2020, with no break in service. 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 Bachelorand#8217;s degreeExperience:Four years of 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.Two years of experience as a supervisor or team leader.NOTE: Experience may have occurred concurrently.Licensure:Must possess or be able to obtain, within 30 days of employment, 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 management, supervision or operations for the required degree.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Education:Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelorand#8217;s degree in Park Administration, Recreation and Parks, Wildlife/Fisheries Science, Natural and/or Cultural Resource Management, Forestry, Biology, Anthropology, Archeology, History or a closely related field.Experience:Experience as a supervisor or team leader in park operations and management (resource management, revenue, budget, and personnel management and visitor services).Experience in Search and Rescue.Experience in Trail Management and maintenance. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:Knowledge of all phases of park administration and operations.Knowledge of cultural and natural resource management.Knowledge of interpretation/education programs.Knowledge of accounting and accountability of revenue collection.Skill in effective verbal and
