TPWD - Manager V (Park Superintendent)

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)

·       Name of Employer, Name of Supervisor 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. 

·       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.

·       Resumes are encouraged as attachments but will not be used to determine eligibility

·       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.

 

 

MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY CODES:

Job Classification	Service	Military Specialty
Manager I-VII	Army	No Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.
Manager I-VII	Navy	111X, 112X, 113X, 114X, 611X, 612X, 621X, 631X, 632X, 641X, 648X
Manager I-VII	Coast Guard	SEI15
Manager I-VII	Marine Corps	0203, 0207, 0302, 0520, 5502, 0602, 0802, 1802, 6302, 6502, 7202, 7208, 7210, 7220
Manager I-VII	Air Force	8U000, 9G100, 16GX, 41AX, 86M0, 86P0
Manager I-VII	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: Jamie Creacy, (512) 308-1475 x6601, Email Address: [email protected]

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

 

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under the direction of the Regional Director, this position performs advanced (senior-level) managerial work administering the daily operations and activities of Garner State Park. Responsible for the preservation, protection, administration, operation and maintenance of Garner State Park. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:  cultural and natural resource stewardship; financial management, including budget planning, preparation, and monitoring; revenue management and human resources management; law enforcement and public safety programs; maintenance and repair of facilities, grounds, and equipment; leased concession management; customer service, public relations, marketing, and promotion; interpretation and education; coordinating special events; and engaging in community outreach, volunteer development, and coordination of partnerships.  Identifies, develops, and administers program budgets.  Responsible for other assigned projects required by the Region and Austin Headquarters.  Performs additional duties as assigned.  Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.  Complies with all Agency, Division and Branch rules, regulations and procedures.

Note: Salary range is limited to a commissioned officer 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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

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

Experience:

Seven 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.

Four years experience as a supervisor or team leader.               

Licensure:

Must possess or be able to obtain, within 30 days of employment, a valid class "C" Texas driver’s license.

NOTE: Retention of position contingent upon obtaining and maintaining required license.

 

ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS:

Education:

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

Experience:

Experience as a supervisor in park operations/management (revenue, budget, personnel, and visitor services).

Experience in public relations and volunteer management.

Experience in high-volume visitation and managing complex park operations.       

    

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to all phases of park operations.

Knowledge of cultural and natural resource management.

Knowledge of accounting and accountability of revenue collection.

Knowledge of interpretive/educational programming.

Knowledge of maintenance management.

Knowledge of human resource management.

Skill in using MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.

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

Skill in public relations and developing beneficial relationships and promotional partnerships with volunteer groups leased concessionaires and other outside agencies/organizations.

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

Skill in effective verbal and written communication.

Skill in making independent, sound, timely decisions.

Skill in business operations and management and repairs of facilities, equipment, and grounds.

Skill in the administration of business operations and facilities.

Skill in overseeing equipment usage.

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

Skill in establishing and maintaining effect work relationships with co-workers and work-related contacts.

Ability to develop and follow fiscal control plans.

Ability to complete correspondence, reports, presentations, and special assignments.

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

Ability to effectively manage financial systems, budgets, purchasing, revenue collections, inventories, and agency property.

Ability to effectively manage and respond to complaints, emergencies, stressful situations, and large groups of people.

Ability to work as a member of a team.

Ability to supervise others.

Ability to effectively manage concession contracts.

Ability to effectively assist with management of Law Enforcement operations.

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

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 high visitation public park with overnight camping and day use.

Required to work 40 hours per week, including 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 respond to emergency situations.

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

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 travel 10% with possible overnight stays.

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

May be required to operate a State vehicle.

Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.

 

TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER