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- Gonzales, Texas
- TEXAS PARKS AND WILDLIFE
- Full Time
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TPWD - Assistant Park/Historic Site Superintendent I
Gonzales, Texas United States TEXAS PARKS AND WILDLIFE Full Time Mar 07, 2025
Employer:
TEXAS PARKS AND WILDLIFE
We are TPWD Providing outdoor recreational opportunities, managing and protecting fish and wildlife habitat, and managing parklands and historic areas Divisions & Positions Our skilled workforce operates within 13 divisions at 200 locations across Texas. 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. Philosophy In fulfilling our mission, we will: Be a recognized national leader in implementing effective natural resources conservation and outdoor recreational programs; Serve the state of Texas, its citizens, and our employees with the highest standards of service, professionalism, fairness, courtesy, and respect; Rely on the best available science to guide our conservation decisions; Responsibly manage agency finances and appropriations to ensure the most efficient and effective use of tax-payer and user fee resources; Attract and retain the best, brightest, and most talented workforce to successfully execute our mission.
Job 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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APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS: Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting. To complete the supplemental questions, go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login. CAPPS Recruit, https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en
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
*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.
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, 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.
HIRING CONTACT: Nathan Reynolds , (830) 672-3266
PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Palmetto State Park, 850 State Park Road, 78 Park Road 11 South, Gonzales, TX 78629
GENERAL DESCRIPTION :
Palmetto State Park boasts an amazing biodiversity of plant and animal life. This unusual area resembles the tropics more than Central Texas with the ephemeral swamp and isolated stand of dwarf palmettos for which the park is named.
Under the direction of the Park/Historic Site Superintendent, this position performs moderately complex (journey-level) assistant park/historic site management work and is responsible for the effective management, safety and security of Palmetto State Park. Provides assistance in directing, organizing and planning of overall park administration, maintenance, programs and activities. Responsibilities include supervision of personnel, coordination of the fiscal control program; facilitation of special events; coordination and oversight of volunteer program; purchasing; public relations; customer service; interpretive programs; safety programs; resource protection and management. 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 limited 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.
Qualifications:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
Education :
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree.
Experience :
Two years experience in (1) natural/cultural resources 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 a State driver's license.
ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS :
Education :
Current TPWD employees hired prior to January 1, 1998 without a 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 degree in Park Administration, Recreation and Parks, Wildlife/Fisheries Science, Natural and/or Cultural Resources Management, Forestry, Biology, Anthropology, Archeology, or History.
Experience :
Experience as Park Superintendent, Assistant Park Superintendent, Supervisor, or Team Lead.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :
Knowledge of all phases of park administration, 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 management and conservation of natural and cultural resources.
Knowledge of standardized business practices to include governmental accounting practices.
Knowledge of governmental purchasing methods and procedures.
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.
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 constituencies and populations.
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 in a 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.
Required to operate a State vehicle.
Required to live on-site State housing with a monthly housing deduction. Housing rates are 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
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