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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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 complete the
Military Employment Preference Survey and attach this form and required documentation referenced on this form 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: 1. Veteran- DD214 showing honorable discharge.
2. Surviving spouse of a veteran who has not remarried- Marriage Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation.
3. Orphan of a veteran killed while on active duty- Birth Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation.
4. 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.
5. 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: Chris Bishop, (361) 557-1882
PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Lockhart State Park, 2012 State Park Road, Lockhart, TX 79644
GENERAL DESCRIPTION We're seeking exceptional candidates for an exceptional opportunity. Texas Parks & Wildlife Department is accepting applications for the Assistant Superintendent of Lockhart State Park. This is an opportunity to lead a high functional state park team in a park loaded with superlative values. The incumbent will be able to further develop leadership and management skills; engage the community; and facilitate the team in serving as effective stewards of natural & cultural resources, providing high quality outdoor recreational opportunities and delivering exemplary service to the public. The position includes the opportunity to live in an historic Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) residence for a monthly emolument of $407.55.
Lockhart State Park is charming -you'll fall in love on your first visit. The park has a pleasing combination of historic CCC resources in a beautiful natural resource setting. Lockhart is unique in hosting the only golf course in the Texas State Park system. The park also provides a swimming pool, a trail system and twenty campsites. The park has an established, mature and extremely high-quality programming and events function.
Lockhart is a rapidly growing of over 14,000 people. It is conveniently located close to San Marcos and nearly equidistant from Austin and San Antonio. Lockhart is renowned for exceptional barbeque. In Texas, Lockhart has a reputation among barbecue aficionados as the best barbecue in the state. Many would argue . . . vehemently. . .that Lockhart is home to the best barbecue in the world.
Don't apply just for the job. Don't apply for just the experience. Don't apply just for the location. Don't apply just for the food. Apply for it all!
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 Lockhart 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. Assists in management and coordination of duties associated with park operations with emphasis on promoting division community engagement initiative. 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. P erforms additional duties as assigned. Complies with all Agency, Division and Branch rules, regulations and procedures.
Qualifications: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree.
Experience: Two 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.
Licensure: Applicants must possess a valid 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 Resource Management, Forestry, Biology, Anthropology, Archeology, or History.
Experience: Experience as Park Superintendent, Assistant Park Superintendent, Supervisor, or Team Lead.
Bilingual in English & Spanish.
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 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;
Optional on-site State housing with a monthly housing deduction of $407.55. Housing rate is established by oversight agencies 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.
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