TPWD - Maintenance Specialist III (Herd Manager/Site Safety Officer)

Job Description:

TPWD - Maintenance Specialist III (Herd Manager/Site Safety Officer)

Description

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.

HIRING CONTACT: Slade Rigby, 830-644-8015, Email Address: [email protected]

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site, 199 State Park Road 52, Stonewall, TX 78671

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, this position performs complex (journey-level) building maintenance and construction work to include preventative maintenance, inspecting and cleaning of facilities and grounds. Responsible for daily operation and maintenance of park facilities, grounds, equipment and visitor services. Duties include but are not limited to mowing, trimming, garbage collection, cleaning restrooms, care of livestock, carpentry, plumbing, mechanical repairs and vehicle maintenance. Operates and maintains various types of equipment including hand tools, power tools, mowers, tractors and trucks. Oversees the park herd(s) and maintains the livestock and wildlife management programs, including required daily, weekly and monthly records and reports on animals. Provides quality visitor services Inspects facilities, assists in enforcing park rules and regulations, performs resource management tasks and interprets the parks natural and cultural resources. May train, lead, assign, and/or prioritize the work of others. Researches and conducts educational and interpretive park programs. Other duties include assisting with park programs and special events; volunteer program; park safety program and acts as park Site Safety Officer (SSO). Subject to respond to emergency call outs. 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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Graduation from High School or GED.

Experience:

Three years of facility, equipment or grounds maintenance experience.

Licensure:

Must possess a valid State driver's license.

ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS:

Experience:

Thirty semester hours from an accredited college or university may substitute for one year of the required experience, with a maximum substitution of two years.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Parks and Recreation, Wildlife, Agriculture or Biology.

Experience:

Experience working with the public.

Customer service and public relations experience.

Experience supervising seasonal staff and volunteers.

Experienced working with livestock and wildlife.

Licensure:

Non-commercial Pesticide Applicator License issued by the Texas Department of Agriculture.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of building and facility repair techniques such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical or mechanical.

Knowledge of resource management principles.

Knowledge of basic mathematics.

Skill in the use of hand and power tools, mowers, trimmers, chain saws, tractors, vehicles, generators and other mechanical equipment.

Skill in livestock management.

Skill in wildlife management.

Skill in agriculture business and management operations.

Skill in effective verbal and written communication.

Skill in operating a personal computer.

Skill in using MS Word, Excel and Outlook.

Skill in basic monthly report writing.

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

Skill in making independent, sound and timely decisions.

Ability to work effectively with the public and co-workers.

Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.

Ability to manage various classes of livestock, hay production fields, grazing areas, wildlife areas and oversee their needs.

Ability to operate and drive equipment - trucks, tractors, trailers, mowers.

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

Ability to apply pesticides and herbicides in a safe manner and in accordance with state regulations.

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

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Required to work in a public park.

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 perform work outdoors, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.

Required to work long schedules during peak visitation demand.

Required to travel 5%.

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

Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.

PLEASE NOTE:

All applications must include complete job history information for each period of employment, provided either in the WORK HISTORY SECTION or in the attached RÉSUMÉ. Please ensure each entry includes:

• Job title,
• Employer name,
• Dates of employment (month/year),
• If employment is less than full-time status, indicate part-time in the work history section or résumé, and
• Description of duties performed.
  NOTE: Volunteer experience may be counted toward required experience.

IMPORTANT:

• College Transcripts: If education is used to meet the minimum qualifications, a copy of the college transcript(s) issued by the registrar must be provided at the time of interview (unless otherwise noted in the posting).
• `N/A' may be entered in fields that are not applicable.
• Omission of required information may result in disqualification.

Work In Texas (WIT) Applicants:

• WIT applicants must complete the supplemental questions in the CAPPS Candidate Gateway to be considered.
  
  • Human Resources will contact Work In Texas applicants via email with further instructions.
• To complete these questions, log in to CAPPS Candidate Gateway .
• If you need assistance creating a résumé, please refer to the `Create a Résumé' link for Job Seekers on the Work In Texas website .

If the required information and attachments are not submitted as noted above, your application will be considered incomplete.

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.

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.

*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

TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Closing Date/Time: 2026-08-21

Salary:

$3920.64 - 3920.64 Monthly