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 Annual Leave, Sick Leave, Paid Holiday time, Group Insurance, Retirement, and Training and Staff Development Opportunities. Other benefits include longevity pay, merit salary increases, deferred compensation, flexible benefits plans, a 401K retirement plan, direct deposit for paychecks, telework, staggered work hours, Employee Assistance Program and a Return to Work Program. Click HERE to view our Benefits page.

FOR NEW HIRES/REHIRES: Health insurance is available the 1st of the following month after a 60-day waiting period.

TO APPLY: Application must be completed at: https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en

HIRING CONTACT: Jessica Bright, (936) 365-2201 ext. 223

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: TPWD - Lake Livingston State Park, 300 State Park Road 65, Livingston, TX 77351

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Under the direction of the Park Superintendent and in cooperation with the Regional Interpretive Specialist, this position is responsible for routine (journey-level) operations work in a state park including interpretation, educational programming, promoting conservation, and stewardship of Lake Livingston State Park and its natural and cultural Resources. Researches, plans, develops, facilitates, and evaluates interpretive and educational programs, exhibits, guided walks and tours, special events, trainings, and outreach programs based on the interpretive master plan of the park and the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) mission. Conducts site and agency promotion and marketing. Assists with oversight of volunteer programs training and management. Maintains and develops administrative and interpretive files. Assists with the staffing, operation, cleaning, and maintenance of the park's interpretive center. Coordinates with park administration on interpretive programs delivered in and out of the park by others, such as park staff, hosts, volunteers, and/or interns. Assists with park maintenance operations and visitor services as assigned including cleaning of park buildings and grounds, removal of non-native/invasive flora, front desk assistance with answering phones, issuing permits, and helping customers, and other park projects as needed. Works under moderate supervision, with limited 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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

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

Experience:

No experience required.

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 is contingent upon obtaining and maintaining required license.

ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS:

Education:

One year of experience in interpretation or conducting educational programs may substitute for 30 hours of the required education, with a maximum substitution of 120 semester hours.

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 Conservation, Range Management, Forestry, Biology, Geology, Anthropology/Archeology, History, or closely related field.

Experience:

Experience in customer service;

Experience in park operations;

Experience in interpretation or conducting educational programs.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of natural and cultural resources management;

Knowledge of special event planning and implementation;

Knowledge of basic mathematics;

Knowledge of park operations and maintenance practices;

Knowledge of the principles of park administration;

Knowledge of methods of interpretation and education;

Knowledge of standard financial and business management principles;

Skill in using MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook;

Skill in effective verbal and written communication;

Skill in effective interpretive techniques, program preparation, and presentations;

Skill in establishing and maintaining effective work relationships with co-workers and work-related contacts;

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

Skill in planning, organizing, and implementing public presentations and guided tours for various age groups;

Skill in managing diverse groups;

Skill in general maintenance techniques;

Ability to work as a member of a team;

Ability to accurately handle cash and account for revenue collected;

Ability to issue permits;

Ability to work well with diverse groups and age ranges;

Ability to maintain flexibility and work with frequent interruptions and multiple changing priorities;

Ability to train others;

Ability to survey customers for program quality;

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 public park with overnight camping and day use;

Required to work 40 hours per week, includes 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 perform work outdoors, occasionally in adverse weather conditions;

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

Required to travel 5% with possible overnight stays;

May be required to operate a State vehicle;

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