TPWD – Assistant Park Superintendent I (00054196) – Colorado City

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)
• Hours worked per week
• Name of Employer, Name of Supervisor and Phone Number
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

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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

No Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.

Assistant Park/Historic Site Superintendent I-IV

Air Force

10C0, 30C0

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: Tyler Evans, (325) 728-3931/ Email: Tyler.Evans@tpwd.texas.gov

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Lake Colorado City State Park, 4582 FM 2836, Colorado City, TX 79512

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under the direction of the Park Superintendent, this position Performs moderately complex

(journey-level) assistant park/historic site management work. Responsible for the overall operation and maintenance of Lake Colorado City State Park. Responsibilities include assistance and/or coordination with maintenance, revenue collection, resource management, volunteer management, interpretation, administration, and law enforcement. Provides leadership to park staff, volunteers, and others to successfully manage and conserve the park’s natural and cultural resources for present and future use. Assists with planning, organizing, and management of day-to-day operations of the park. Responsible for supervision of personnel, budget control, purchasing, preparation of reports, accountability for park receipts, revenues, public relations, interpretation, customer service, equipment, facility and grounds maintenance, and park programs. Assists in the enforcement of the rules and regulations of the park, and with ensuring visitor safety. Manages special functions, such as the park’s hunting program. Assumes the park’s operational responsibilities in the absence of the Park Superintendent. Works under general supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Performs other 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:

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.

Licensure:       

Must possess a valid State driver’s license.

ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS:

Education:

TPWD employees hired prior to January 1, 1998, without a break in service may substitute one year TPWD experience in park management, supervision, or operations for thirty semester hours of the required education, with a maximum substitution of sixty semester hours.

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 or Cultural Resource Management; Forestry, Biology, Anthropology, Archeology, or History.

Experience:

• Two years’ experience as a supervisor or team leader.
• Two years’ experience in revenue or budget management.
• Two years’ experience in park operations.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of park administration and operations.
• Knowledge of natural and cultural resource management.
• Knowledge of interpretation/education programs.
• Knowledge of project management.
• Knowledge of human resources management.
• Skill in using MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Skill in effective verbal and written communication.
• Skill in facility/equipment/grounds repair programs and repair techniques.
• Skill in construction, maintenance and repair, including plumbing, mechanical, carpentry, and electrical.
• Skill in the use of hand tools, mowers, vehicles, and other mechanized equipment.
• Skill in providing quality customer service in a courteous and professional manner.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective work relationships with co-workers and work-related contacts.
• Skill in making independent, sound, and timely decisions.
• Skill in the administration of business operations and facilities.
• Ability to complete communication documents to include correspondence, reports, presentations, and special assignments.
• Ability to maintain financial systems to include budgets, revenue collection, expenditure systems, and purchasing.
• Ability to develop partnerships within local community.
• Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.
• Ability to manage financial systems, accountability for budgets, purchasing, revenue collection, inventory, and property.
• Ability to supervise the work of others.
• 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 public park with overnight camping.
• Required to work 40 hours per week, includes various 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 work overtime, as necessary.
• Required to respond to emergency and on call situations.
• Required to perform work outdoors, occasionally in adverse weather conditions and travel long distances   over rough terrain.
• Required to perform manual labor, including lifting supplies and materials up to 50 lbs.
• Required to operate a State vehicle.
• 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.

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