TPWD - Assistant Park/Historic Site Superintendent III

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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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PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: TPWD Lake Corpus Christi State Park, 23194 Park Road 25, Mathis, TX 78368
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Performs highly complex (senior-level) assistant park/historic site management work. Under the direction of the Park Superintendent, this position is responsible for the preservation, protection, interpretation, operation, and maintenance of Lake Corpus Christi State Park. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: assisting in strategic operational planning including community engagement, developing, implementing, and coordinating interpretive opportunities, environmental education and community outreach programs, marketing and promotion, organization of special events, customer service, public relations, volunteer development, and coordination of partnerships. Supervises, trains, schedules, motivates, and evaluates employees and volunteer workers. Oversees and conducts cultural and natural resource stewardship, financial management, budget planning, preparation and monitoring, revenue management, human resources management, and security and safety programs. Oversees and performs maintenance and repairs of facilities, grounds, and equipment. Assists in the enforcement of the rules and regulations, park, and visitor safety. Works under limited supervision, with considerable 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 (1): Salary range is limited to a 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.
NOTE (2): Optional on-site State housing is available subject to a monthly deduction of $243.21. Housing rate is established by TPWD policy, calculated using federal guidelines, and may change according to market value.
Qualifications:
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;
One year experience as a supervisor or a team leader.
NOTE: Experience may have occurred concurrently.
Licensure:
If driving is required, applicant must posses a valid State driver's license.
ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS:
Education:
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. (TPWD) employees hired prior to January 1, 1998, 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 customer service experience;
Experience as a park manager;
Experience in revenue or budget management;
Experience in natural or cultural resource management, general maintenance, public safety, promotions, or public relations or marketing.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of all phases of park administration and operations;
Knowledge of park 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 natural and cultural resource management practices;
Knowledge of basic mathematics;
Knowledge of and a commitment to diversity and inclusion principles;
Knowledge of human resources management;
Skill in using MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, 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 with ability to effectively supervise employees while maintaining and fostering a team environment;
Skill in conflict resolution;
Skill in making independent, sound, and timely decisions;
Skill in research, development and implementation of interpretive programs and/or environmental education;
Skill in developing beneficial community partnerships;
Skill in training others;
Skill in planning, assigning, and/or supervising the work of others;
Skill in overseeing equipment usage;
Skill in grounds repairs and techniques;
Ability to resolve conflicts, solve problems, and increase productivity while fostering a harmonious team oriented work environment;
Ability to develop marketing and promotional activities and special events;
Ability to maintain flexibility and work with frequent interruptions and multiple changing priorities;
Ability to maintain confidentiality;
Ability to work independently with little or no supervision;
Ability to complete correspondence, reports, presentations, and special assignments;
Ability to handle complaints, emergencies, stressful situations, and large groups of people;
Ability to communicate with the public in intense situations with a positive and professional demeanor;
Ability to develop and maintain financial systems, accountability of budgets, revenue collections, expenditure systems and purchasing, inventories, and agency property;
Ability to interpret and enforce park rules and regulations in a fair, consistent and professional manner;
Ability to coordinate maintenance, repair, or construction of park facilities and grounds as well as maintenance/repair of equipment;
Ability to supervise the work of others;
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;
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;
Optional on-site State housing is available subject to a monthly deduction of $243.21. Housing rate is established by TPWD policy, calculated using federal guidelines, and may change according to market value;
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.;
May be required to operate a State vehicle;
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.
TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Closing Date:
Mar 8, 2022, 11:59:00 PM
Job Address
Mathis
Texas
United States
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TEXAS PARKS AND WILDLIFE
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Our skilled workforce operates within 13 divisions at 200 locations across Texas.
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.
Philosophy
In fulfilling our mission, we will: Be a recognized national leader in implementing effective natural resources conservation and outdoor recreational programs; Serve the state of Texas, its citizens, and our employees with the highest standards of service, professionalism, fairness, courtesy, and respect; Rely on the best available science to guide our conservation decisions; Responsibly manage agency finances and appropriations to ensure the most efficient and effective use of tax-payer and user fee resources; Attract and retain the best, brightest, and most talented workforce to successfully execute our mission.
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