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.
Applications with "See attached" or "See resume" will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification; you may state 'unknown' for any incomplete fields. If education is used to meet the minimum requirements of the job posting, a copy of a college transcript(s) issued from the registrar must be provided if you are selected for an interview.
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https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY CODES:
Job Classification
Service
Military Specialty
Park Ranger I-V
Army
11B, 11C, 11A
Park Ranger I-V
Navy
RS, SN, YN, YNS
Park Ranger I-V
Coast Guard
MST, MSSR
Park Ranger I-V
Marine Corps
0300, 0365, 0369
Park Ranger I-V
Air Force
9T000
*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 complete the
Military Employment Preference Survey and attach this form and required documentation referenced on this form 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:
1. Veteran- DD214 showing honorable discharge.
2. Surviving spouse of a veteran who has not remarried- Marriage Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation.
3. Orphan of a veteran killed while on active duty- Birth Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation.
4. 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.
5. 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.
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
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HIRING CONTACT: Craig Simpson, (469) 999-5172
PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: TPWD Cedar Hill State Park, 1570 W FM 1382, Cedar Hill, TX 75104
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Under the direction of the Assistant Superintendent - Operations, this position performs complex (journey-level) state park operations work and serves as Resource Specialist for Cedar Hill State Park. Manages and restores the natural and cultural resources significant to the park. Responsible for sustaining and supporting wildlife and plant communities. Plans and carries out various assignments which includes herbicide application to the park's prairie and wetland areas; shredding prairies, manual removal of trees, and controlling invasive species. Conducts prescribed burns and is responsible for sensitive site management and feral animal control. Responsible for oversite of parks trail systems. Responsible for all Project Review Requests to ensure proper management of the cultural and natural resources. Develops and maintains a comprehensive Natural and Cultural Resource Management Plans for the complex. Assists with interpretative programming and large school groups, park promotion, marketing, volunteer recruitment, preparation of assigned reports, trains staff and volunteers, maintains adjacent landowner relationships and coordinates academia research permits. Performs routine park maintenance, issues permits, revenue collection, registers visitors and provides information to park guests and visitors. Works under general 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.
Qualifications:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree.
Experience:
One year experience in natural/cultural resource management, park administration and operations, interpretation or education, general maintenance, public safety, promotions, public relations, or marketing.
Licensure:
Applicant must possess a valid State driver's license.
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.
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, Park Administration or Recreation and Parks.
Experience:
Experience working with the public.
Experience in Natural Resource management.
Licensure:
Current Pesticide Applicator license issued by the Texas Department of Agriculture.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of Park Administration and operations;
Knowledge of Resource management techniques and principles;
Knowledge of interpretative techniques and principles;
Knowledge of volunteer program oversight and management;
Knowledge of basic plumbing, carpentry, electrical, masonry, janitorial and mechanical maintenance and repair tasks;
Knowledge of Park Administration and operations;
Knowledge of Resource management techniques and principles;
Knowledge of interpretative techniques and principles;
Knowledge of volunteer program oversight and management;
Knowledge of basic plumbing, carpentry, electrical, masonry, janitorial and mechanical maintenance and repair tasks;
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 prepare and complete various daily, weekly, quarterly, annual and special reports;
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.;
May be required to operate a State vehicle;
Required to travel 5% 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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