TPWD - Project Management Specialist I (Regional Project Coordinator)

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: Mason Owens, 254-652-3488, mason.owens@tpwd.texas.gov

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Texas Parks and Wildlife Department - Waco Regional Office, 1601 E. Crest Dr., Waco, TX 76705

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under the direction of the Regional Project Manager, this position performs routine (journey-level) project management specialist work for Minor Construction/Repair and Regional projects. Work involves coordinating, planning, and initiation of projects; monitoring the progress and schedule of projects; and communicating with project stakeholders, management, and other relevant parties. Work involves project management, planning and assisting in implementing major agency programs (Capital Repair, Minor Repair, Safety, alternative workforce, utility systems management, fleet management, facilities management, equipment management, etc.). Assists with coordination of park staff, Austin-based program staff, personnel from other divisions, other agencies, and local entities on matters associated with assigned responsibilities. Works in the Facility Maintenance Data computer programs to create and organize projects within the region. Provides guidance and best practices on projects led by regional and field staff. Works with regional & park staff to help develop goals for both the facilities and staff. Performs difficult and critical phases/tasks involved in the repair and construction of buildings, utility systems, and other facilities. Performs skilled work in several construction trades such as carpentry, millwork, roofing, concrete, masonry, electrical, plumbing and welding. 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:

Three years' experience in facility maintenance, utility systems maintenance, structural maintenance, or construction field.

One year experience in recreation or park-related management or management of a facilities support program.

NOTE: Volunteer, internships, or personal experience in the construction industry or closely related field counts towards the required experience. Experience may have occurred concurrently.

Licensure:

Must possess at the time of hire, a valid state driver's license.

ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS:

Education:

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) employees hired prior to January 1, 1998, with no break in service and with a minimum of sixty semester hours earned may substitute two years of TPWD experience in park management, supervision or operations for the required degree, OR

Possession of Facilities Management Administrator (FMA) Certification or Systems Management Administrator (SMA) Certification, may substitute for the required degree; OR

5 additional years of experience in facility maintenance, utilities systems maintenance, structural maintenance, or construction field may substitute for the required degree.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience:

Purchasing experience in areas such as construction, maintenance and repair services, equipment/vehicles, and commodities.

Experience scheduling and creating projects using E-Builder or similar scheduling software.

Experience in public speaking and conducting presentations.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of project scoping, facility maintenance, utility systems maintenance, structural maintenance, or construction field.

Knowledge of safety training and pesticide/herbicide training.

Knowledge of general park operations management.

Knowledge of natural and cultural resources management.

Knowledge of all hazards incident management for operations and logistics.

Knowledge of State purchasing and contracting for commodities, services, and construction.

Excellent documentation and organizational skills.

Skill in using MS Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint.

Skill in effective verbal and written communication.

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

Skill in negotiating comprehensive scopes and budgets using various methods and operational requirements needed for the design and construction of a wide variety of facilities.

Skill in reviewing construction specifications and construction documents.

Skill in directing the timely delivery of project deliverables.

Skill in managing several projects simultaneously.

Skill in training others.

Skill in meeting deadlines.

Skill in making sound and timely decisions.

Skill in problem solving, analytical skills.

Skill in following procedures.

Ability to learn in a fast-paced environment.

Ability to identify potential project challenges.

Ability to guide outcomes and encourage others.

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

Ability to organize complex information into understandable concepts.

Ability to effectively conduct public meetings.

Ability to make compelling presentations to large groups.

Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.

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

Ability to make maintenance or electrical repairs, to diagnose malfunctioning units, to maintain records.

Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications.

Ability to estimate construction labor and material costs.

Ability to motivate external contractors, sub-contractors or internal division and department colleagues to adopt action conforming to specific goals in response to project objective.

Ability to make decisions involving major impacts on project cost and time.

Ability to manage available resources.

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

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Required to work 40 hours per week with hours other than 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and days off other than Saturdays, Sundays and holidays.

Required to work overtime as necessary.

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

Required to respond to emergency and after-hour on-call situations.

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

Required to work away from designated headquarters and reside in shared housing with other crew members.

Required to travel 50% with possible overnight stays.

Required to operate a state vehicle.

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

Non-smoking environment in State vehicles and buildings.

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: 2026-11-24