TPWD - Assistant Park/Historic Site Superintendent IV (Assistant Park Superintendent)

Job Description:

TPWD - Assistant Park/Historic Site Superintendent IV (Assistant Park Superintendent)

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: Nathaneal Gold, 512-409-6290, Email Address: [email protected]

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Garner State Park, 234 RR 1050, Concan, TX 78838

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under the direction of the Park Superintendent, and in conjunction with Assistant Superintendent of Administration, this position performs advanced (senior-level) assistant park/historic site management work. Responsible for the effective management, safety and security of Garner State Park. Provides assistance in directing, organizing and planning the overall park operations, with concentrations in facility and resource management. Responsibilities include supervision of personnel, coordination of park maintenance program to include facilities, grounds, equipment, and trails; facilitation of special events, customer service, safety programs, resource protection and management. Assists in business management, customer service and coordination of headquarters and registration functions associated with park operations. Works closely in facilitating and coordinating activities and projects with Park Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent of Administration, park personnel, park hosts, volunteers and other alternative workforces. Assists in the enforcement of rules and regulations. Responds to emergencies and service calls during and after scheduled hours. Manages incidents to include lost persons, injured persons, search and rescues, weather events, etc. Coordinates with staff, law enforcement and other emergency medical services, as needed. Serves as Park Superintendent in her/his absence. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive 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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree.

Experience:

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:

TPWD employees hired prior to January 1, 1998, with no break in service, 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 Bachelor's degree in Park Administration, Recreation and Parks, Wildlife/Fisheries Science, Natural and/or Cultural Resource Management, Forestry, Biology, Anthropology, Archeology or History.

Experience:

Two years of experience in a wide range of construction, repair, and maintenance-related fields.

Two years of experience in business management or administrative oversight.

Two years of experience in park operations.

Two years of experience in revenue or budget management.

Two years of experience in Emergency Management and/or Search and Rescue to include: Volunteer Fire & EMS Experience, Search and Rescue Team, NWCG Wildland Firefighter, USAR, etc.

Bilingual in English and one or more critical languages.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of park administration and operations.

Knowledge of natural and cultural resource management.

Knowledge of maintenance and repair practices.

Knowledge of natural and cultural resource management.

Knowledge of interpretation and educational techniques.

Skill is using MS Word, Excel and Outlook.

Skill in effective verbal and written communication.

Skill in providing quality customer service in a courteous and professional manner.

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

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

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

Skill in recruiting, training, and managing employees and volunteers.

Skill in public relations and developing beneficial partnerships with outside groups, agencies, and organizations.

Skill in basic plumbing, carpentry, electrical, masonry, janitorial and mechanical maintenance and repair tasks.

Skill in making independent, sound, timely decisions.

Ability to work with a variety of constituencies and populations.

Ability to work as a member of a team.

Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.

Ability to carry out public and employee safety programs.

Ability to coordinate maintenance, repair, or construction of park facilities as well as maintenance/repair of equipment.

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

Ability to complete communication documents to include correspondence, reports, presentations and special assignments.

Ability to develop marketing and promotional activities and special events.

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

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 and day use.

Required to work 40 hours per week, includes flexible/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 during scheduled and non-scheduled work hours.

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

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

Required to live on-site in State housing with a monthly deduction of $245.52. Housing rate is established by TPWD policy, calculated using federal guidelines, and may change according to market value.

Required to operate a State vehicle.

Required to travel 10% with possible overnight stays.

Must conform to agency work rules, safety program and dress and grooming standards.

Non-smoking work 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: 2026-08-28

Salary:

$6615.99 - 7615.99 Monthly