Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
TPWD - Park/Historic Site Superintendent III (Park Superintendent)
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, Vanderpool, Texas, United States, 78885
TPWD - Park/Historic Site Superintendent III (Park Superintendent)
Under the direction of the Deputy Regional Director, this position performs highly complex (senior-level) park/historic site management work including the preservation, protection, operation and maintenance of Lost Maples State Natural Area. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: cultural and natural resource stewardship; financial management, budget planning, preparation and monitoring; revenue management, and human resources management; security and safety programs; maintenance and repair of facilities, grounds and equipment; customer service, public relations, marketing and promotion; interpretation and education, special events, community outreach, volunteer development and coordination of partnership. Park Superintendent will be responsible for other assigned projects required by Region and Austin Headquarters. 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.
Qualifications
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree.
Experience: Four years in natural/cultural resource management, interpretation or education, general maintenance, public safety, promotions or public relations or marketing; plus two years as a supervisor or team leader.
Licensure: Must possess or be able to obtain a valid state driver’s license within 30 days.
Acceptable substitutions: TPWD employees hired prior to January 1, 1998, with no break in service and at least sixty semester hours may substitute two years of TPWD experience for the required degree.
Preferred Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Park Administration, Recreation and Parks, Wildlife/Fisheries Science, Natural and/or Cultural Resource Management, Forestry, Biology, Anthropology, Archeology, History or a closely related field.
Experience: Supervisor or team leader in park operations and management; experience in search and rescue; experience in trail management and maintenance.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of all phases of park administration and operations.
Knowledge of cultural and natural resource management.
Knowledge of interpretation/education programs.
Knowledge of accounting and accountability of revenue collection.
Skill in effective verbal and written communication.
Seniority Level Mid-Senior level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function and Industry Other; Government Administration
Physical Work Address Lost Maples State Natural Area, 37221 FM 187, Vanderpool, TX 78885
Hiring Contact Barrett Durst, (512) 308-1475, Email: barrett.durst@tpwd.texas.gov
Veteran Preference Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply. Required documentation includes DD‑214, marriage certificates, or other appropriate evidence as described in the official veteran preference guidelines.
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Qualifications
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree.
Experience: Four years in natural/cultural resource management, interpretation or education, general maintenance, public safety, promotions or public relations or marketing; plus two years as a supervisor or team leader.
Licensure: Must possess or be able to obtain a valid state driver’s license within 30 days.
Acceptable substitutions: TPWD employees hired prior to January 1, 1998, with no break in service and at least sixty semester hours may substitute two years of TPWD experience for the required degree.
Preferred Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Park Administration, Recreation and Parks, Wildlife/Fisheries Science, Natural and/or Cultural Resource Management, Forestry, Biology, Anthropology, Archeology, History or a closely related field.
Experience: Supervisor or team leader in park operations and management; experience in search and rescue; experience in trail management and maintenance.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of all phases of park administration and operations.
Knowledge of cultural and natural resource management.
Knowledge of interpretation/education programs.
Knowledge of accounting and accountability of revenue collection.
Skill in effective verbal and written communication.
Seniority Level Mid-Senior level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function and Industry Other; Government Administration
Physical Work Address Lost Maples State Natural Area, 37221 FM 187, Vanderpool, TX 78885
Hiring Contact Barrett Durst, (512) 308-1475, Email: barrett.durst@tpwd.texas.gov
Veteran Preference Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply. Required documentation includes DD‑214, marriage certificates, or other appropriate evidence as described in the official veteran preference guidelines.
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