Tpwd - Park/Historic Site Superintendent Ii

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.
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VETERAN’S PREFERENCE: If you choose to claim veteran’s employment preference including surviving spouse or orphan of a veteran as outlined by the State of Texas, you must attach a DD214 at the time your application is submitted. If you have questions regarding this requirement, please visit our Veteran’s Hiring Reference page at https://tpwd.texas.gov/jobs/veterans/
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: Chris True, (940) 902-7440
PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: TPWD Daingerfield State Park, 455 Park Road 17, Daingerfield, TX 75638

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Under the direction of the Regional Director, this position performs complex (journey-level) park/historic site management work including the preservation, protection, administration, operation and maintenance of Daingerfield 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; customer service, public relations, marketing and promotion; interpretation and education, coordinating special events, 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. 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.

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:

Three 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.

Two years experience as a supervisor or team leader.

NOTE: Experience may have occurred concurrently.

Licensure:

If driving is required, applicant must possess a valid State driver’s license.

ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS

Education:

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) employees hired prior to January 1, 1998 without a break in service, with a minimum of sixty hours earned may substitute two years of TPWD experience in park management, supervision or operations for the required degree.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience:

Experience as a supervisor or team leader in park operations and management;

Experience in budget development and management;

Experience in managing and developing personnel;

Experience with community outreach and coordination of partnerships;

Experience managing natural, cultural, and other park resources.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of all phases of park administration and operations;

Knowledge of personnel management;

Knowledge of cultural and natural resource management;

Knowledge of accounting and accountability of revenue collection;

Knowledge of interpretation/education programs;

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 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 public relations and developing beneficial relationships and promotional partnerships with volunteer groups, leased concessionaires and other outside agencies/organizations;

Skill in making independent, sound and timely decisions;

Ability to develop and follow Fiscal Control Plans;

Ability to carry out public and employee safety programs;

Ability to effectively manage and supervise Law Enforcement operations;

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

maintenance/repair of equipment;

Ability to work under stressful conditions;

Ability to maintain strict confidentiality;

Ability to work independently with little or no supervision;

Ability to work as a member of a team;

Ability to accurately handle transactions and account for revenue collected;

Ability to develop and maintain financial systems, accountability of 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 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, includes various schedules with hours other than 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM 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;

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

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

Required to live on-site in State housing with a monthly deduction of $187.84. 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