TPWD - Park Ranger III (Resource Specialist)

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.

PLEASE NOTE:

All applications must contain complete job histories, which includes job title, dates of employment (month/year) and hours worked per week, name of employer, supervisor's name and phone number and a description of duties performed.

Job history and volunteer experience should be listed in the work history section of the application to receive credit towards meeting the minimum requirements. Part-time experience credit is prorated based on the duration and hours worked per week. Please indicate hours worked for part-time/temporary/seasonal experience. If this information is not submitted, your application will be considered incomplete.

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MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY CODES:

• 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 attach the required documentation referenced below 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:

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: Zach McMeans, (806) 476-9722

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Palo Duro Canyon State Park, 11450 Park Road 5, Canyon, TX 79015

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under the direction of the Park Superintendent and Assistant Park Superintendent, this position performs highly complex (senior-level) state park operations work. Responsible for assisting with the resource management of Palo Duro Canyon State Park. Provides assistance and coordination in such areas as maintenance, interpretation, renovation and management of the park’s extensive multi-use trail network. Assists with effective coordination and interaction with regional and Austin staff, landowners, and local government entities, and park users on matters affecting the park. Provides leadership to park staff, volunteers, and other stakeholders to successfully manage and conserve the park's natural and cultural resources for present and future generations. Performs and coordinates routine cleaning, maintenance, and repair of park trails and facilities. 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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

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

Experience:

Three (3) 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:

Applicant must possess a valid State driver’s license at the time of hire.

Must possess or be able to obtain, within one year of employment, the National Wildfire Coordinator Group's (NWCG) Fire Fighter Type II certification.

Must possess or be able to obtain within one year of employment, a Non-Commercial Political Pesticide/Herbicide Applicators license issued by the Texas Department of Agriculture.

NOTE: Retention of position contingent upon obtaining and maintaining required license and certification.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to pass, within one year of employment, the FFTII arduous duty physical fitness standard (walk 3 miles with 45 lb. pack in 45 minutes or less).

NOTE: Retention of position contingent upon meeting and maintaining physical requirements.

ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS:

Education:

TPWD employees hired prior to January 1, 1998 may substitute one year of TPWD experience in park management, supervision or operations for thirty semester hours of the required education, with a maximum substitution of sixty semester hours.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Wildlife/Fisheries Science, Natural and/or Cultural Resource Management, Forestry, Environmental Biology, Biology, Interpretation, Park Administration, or Recreation and Parks.

Experience:

Experience in park or historic site operations.

Experience in Natural Resource management.

Experience in park interpretation and/or education.

Experience as a Supervisor or Team Leader.

Experience in facility, equipment or grounds maintenance and repairs.

Licensure:

Current Pesticide Applicator license issued by the Texas Department of Agriculture.

Current Basic Wildland Firefighter Type II Certification approved by the National Wildfire Coordinating Group.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of the principles of Park Administration and operations;

Knowledge of the fundamentals of Natural & Cultural Resource management techniques and principles;

Knowledge of interpretative techniques and principles;

Knowledge of volunteer program oversight and management;

Knowledge of standard financial & business management principles;

Knowledge of basic plumbing, carpentry, electrical, masonry, janitorial and mechanical maintenance and repair tasks;

Skill in using MS Word, Excel and Outlook;

Skill in effective verbal and written communication;

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

Skill in operating herbicide application equipment;

Skill in using hand and power tools, mowers, trimmers, chain saws, tractors, vehicles and other mechanical equipment;

Skill in First Aid, CPR and emergency procedures;

Skill in conducting interpretive activities and professional audience presentations;

Skill in making independent, sound and timely decisions;

Skill in training others;

Ability to keep detailed herbicide application records required by the Texas Department of Agriculture;

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

Ability to conduct work activities in accordance with the agency employee safety program;

Ability to work well with varying groups and age ranges;

Ability to speak in front of large crowds and present interpretive programs;

Ability to survey customers for program quality;

Ability to develop/coordinate short and long term goals, park interpretive needs, & educational programs;

Ability to prepare and complete various daily, weekly, quarterly, annual and special reports;

Ability to accurately handle cash and account for revenue collected;

Ability to use an automated registration system;

Ability to work independently with little or no supervision;

Ability to work as a member of a team;

Ability to follow park rules and regulations;

Ability to coordinate the work of staff and volunteers;

Ability to uniformly and consistently interpret and help enforce state and federal safety laws and park rules and regulations;

Ability to work under stressful conditions;

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 respond to emergencies and on-call situations;

Required to perform work outdoors, occasionally in adverse weather conditions;

Required to work in and around natural outdoor pests such as insects, animals, and poisonous plants;

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

Required to operate a State vehicle;

Required to travel 10% 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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