TPWD - Program Supervisor VI (Archeological Services Team Lead)

Job Description

Job Description

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.

HIRING CONTACT: Michael Strutt 512-389-4739, Email: michael.strutt@tpwd.texas.gov

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: 1340 Airport Commerce Drive Bldg 6. Austin, TX 78744

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under the general direction of the Cultural Resources Program Director, the Archeology Services Team Lead performs advanced (senior-level) administrative and supervisory program work. Responsible for supervising and directing team members which may include a Project Archeologist, Crew Chiefs, and/or Crew Members in archeological survey, testing, and excavation projects. Applies for Antiquities Permits and successfully completes investigations under the Antiquities Code of Texas. Applies for federal antiquities permits and completes projects under federal guidelines. Plans and executes research initiatives using statewide database of archeological information available at TPWD and other repositories. Coordinates team's research activities with all Cultural Resources Program staff. Conducts pre-field planning and logistical arrangements. Responsibilities include pre-survey or pre-excavation planning, archeological survey, site recording, mapping, testing, excavation, and artifact analysis. Designs, writes, edits, and supervises the writing and editing of archeological reports ensuring that they meet the specifications of the Antiquities Code of Texas, and the Council of Texas Archeologists. Coordinates Archeology Services Team activities with regional Cultural Resource Coordinators, Historic Preservation staff, and park staffs. Works directly with project managers, program directors, and/or resource coordinators in scoping and estimating archeological investigations. Advises Cultural Resources Program Director regarding state and federal cultural resources laws and regulations and assists in developing agency policies. Designs and conducts cultural resources trainings for agency staff. Provides technical assistance to other governmental and professional organizations. Manages team budget. Presents Cultural Resources outreach activities to the public. Consults with interpretive staff on archeological information. Coordinates management of staff time with laboratory supervisor. Assists Program Director as assigned. Works under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Performs other duties as assigned. Complies with all Agency, Division and Branch rules, regulations and procedures.

NOTE:

Provides supervision and support to a team of professional archaeologists and conducts archaeological investigations all over the Texas State Parks system.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in Anthropology or Archeology.

Experience:

Ten years of experience in archeology.

Meets criteria for a Principal Investigator as defined by the Antiquities Code of Texas.

Four years of experience managing archeological projects, budgets, and full-time staff.

NOTE: Experience may have occurred concurrently.

Licensure:

Must possess or be able to obtain, within 30 days of employment, a valid state driver's license.

Must be qualified to obtain Texas antiquities permits.

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

ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS:

Experience:

PhD in Anthropology or Archeology may substitute for two years of qualifying experience in archeology.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

PhD in Anthropology or Archeology with an emphasis in archeology/cultural resources management.

Experience:

Ten years of conducting archeological investigations using Antiquities Code and Council of Texas Archeologists standards.

Five years of experience managing and supervising full-time staff.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of Texas prehistoric and historic archeology, including the material culture of Texas.

Knowledge of historic documentary research techniques.

Knowledge of cultural resource management, theory, and practice.

Knowledge of GIS and its function in cultural resources management.

Knowledge of state and federal antiquities laws.

Knowledge of cultural resources stewardship practices and how to apply them.

Knowledge of archeological data collection techniques, and laboratory procedures necessary for performing archeological investigations and analyses.

Skill in directing archeological site identification and/or testing/excavation projects, and archeological field recording projects.

Skill in technical report writing and editing.

Skill in public speaking and communication.

Skill in managing multiple projects, short deadlines, and conflicting priorities.

Skill in using word processing and database programs.

Skill in using GPS equipment.

Skill in Geographic Information Systems.

Skill in working on planning teams.

Skill in conceiving research initiatives.

Ability to work under limited supervision with latitude for use of initiative and accomplish multiple tasks simultaneously.

Ability to plan, assign, delegate, and supervise the work of others, and to direct and allocate staff efforts and available funds to achieve program goals and meet agency and statutory deadlines.

Ability to apply archeological and historic research techniques and methods.

Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and using technical writing skills.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Ability to gather, correlate, and analyze data and problem solve.

Ability to collect field data amenable to GPS mapping and GIS database application.

Ability to work in coordination with statewide program goals for cultural resource management, and to devise solutions to problems.

Ability to manage and coordinate Program activities and accomplish Program goals using initiative and judgement.

Ability to work on interpretive programs and exhibits.

Ability to conduct work activities in accordance with TPWD safety program.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Required to work overtime as necessary;

Required to travel up to 30%, with some overnight stays;

Required to work outdoor work in all seasons and weather conditions;

Occasionally will require work hours other than 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Monday through Friday;

Must conform to TPWD dress and grooming standards, work rules and safety procedures;

Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.

PLEASE NOTE:

All applications must include complete job history information for each period of employment, provided either in the WORK HISTORY SECTION or in the attached RÉSUMÉ. Please ensure each entry includes:

• Job title,
• Employer name,
• Dates of employment (month/year),
• If employment is less than full-time status, indicate part-time in the work history section or résumé, and
• Description of duties performed.
  NOTE: Volunteer experience may be counted toward required experience.

IMPORTANT:

• College Transcripts: If education is used to meet the minimum qualifications, a copy of the college transcript(s) issued by the registrar must be provided at the time of interview (unless otherwise noted in the posting).
• "N/A" may be entered in fields that are not applicable.
• Omission of required information may result in disqualification.

Work In Texas (WIT) Applicants:

• WIT applicants must complete the supplemental questions in the CAPPS Candidate Gateway to be considered.
• To complete these questions, log in to CAPPS Candidate Gateway .
• If you need assistance creating a résumé, please refer to the 'Create a Résumé' link for Job Seekers on the Work In Texas website .

If the required information and attachments are not submitted as noted above, your application will be considered incomplete.

EXCELLENT 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, staggered work hours, Employee Assistance Program and a Return-to-Work Program. For new employees or rehires, health insurance is available on the 1st of the following month after a 60-day waiting period. Click HERE to view our Benefits page.

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:

Veteran- DD214 showing honorable discharge or Statement of Service (only for transitioning service members who have not reached their date of separation).

Surviving spouse of a veteran who has not remarried- Marriage Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation.

Orphan of a veteran killed while on active duty- Birth Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation.

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.

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.

*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

TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Closing Date/Time: 2026-12-01