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.

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.


PLEASE NOTE:

All applications must contain complete job histories in the WORK HISTORY SECTION to include

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  Job Title
  
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  Dates of employment (month/year)
  
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  Hours worked per week
  
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  Name of Employer, Name of Supervisor and Phone Number
  
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  Description of duties performed
  
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  Volunteer experience credit is counted toward any experience requirement. Please list those experiences to receive credit towards meeting the minimum requirements.
  
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  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.
  
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  Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification; you may state 'unknown' for any incomplete fields.
  
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  College Transcripts are required at the time of interview (unless otherwise noted on the posting) 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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  Applications with "See attached" or "See resume" will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
  
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  Work In Texas (WIT) Applications : WIT applicants are required to complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting. To complete the supplemental questions, login to CAPPS Recruit .
  

IF THIS INFORMATION IS NOT SUBMITTED, YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE CONSIDERED INCOMPLETE.

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MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY CODES:

Job Classification

Service

Military Specialty

Assistant Park/Historic Site Superintendent I-IV

Army

11A

Assistant Park/Historic Site Superintendent I-IV

Navy

641X

Assistant Park/Historic Site Superintendent I-IV

Coast Guard

No Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.

Assistant Park/Historic Site Superintendent I-IV

Marine Corps

No Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.

Assistant Park/Historic Site Superintendent I-IV

Air Force

10C0, 30C0

Assistant Park/Historic Site Superintendent I-IV

Space Force

No Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.

*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:

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  Veteran- DD214 showing honorable discharge or Statement of Service (only for transitioning service members who have not reached their date of separation).
  
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  Surviving spouse of a veteran who has not remarried- Marriage Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation.
  
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  Orphan of a veteran killed while on active duty- Birth Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation.
  
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  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.
  
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  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.




HIRING CONTACT: Nina Cardenas, (830) 644-2252

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site, 199 State Park Road 52, Stonewall, TX 78671

GENERAL DESCRIPTION :

Under the direction of the Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site (LBJ SP & HS) Complex Park Superintendent, this position performs complex (journey-level) assistant park/historic site management work. Responsible for the effective management, safety and security of LBJ SP & HS. Responsible for assistance and/or coordination in such areas as: Law Enforcement, Maintenance, Revenue collection, Resource management, Interpretation/Education and Administration. Provides leadership to park staff, volunteers and others to successfully manage and conserve the park's natural and cultural resources for present and future use. Serves as Park Manager in his/her absence. This position is also responsible for the interpretation of a typical German farm family at the turn of the century (1915-1918) in an authentic living history farm setting (Sauer-Beckmann Living History Farm), management and maintenance of a swimming pool complex, operation of a large Texas State Park Store, management of park herd and wildlife enclosures, and responsible for effective public relations with established park partners and /or constituents. Works under general supervision, with moderate 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.

NOTE: Salary range is limited to commissioned officers in the park management track prior to 9/1/2020. State Park Law Enforcement career ladder eligibility requirements must be met to advance from the base rate-of-pay.


Qualifications:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Education :

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

Experience :

Two years of 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.

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.

ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS :

Education :

TPWD employees hired prior to January 1, 1998, with no break in service and with a minimum of sixty semester hours may substitute two years of TPWD experience in park management, supervision or operations for the required degree.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Education :

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Park Administration, Recreation and Parks, Wildlife/Fisheries Science, Natural and/or Cultural Resource Management, Forestry, Biology, Anthropology, Archeology, History or closely related field.

Experience :

Experience as a park manager, supervisor or team leader.

Experience in revenue or budget management.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

Knowledge of all phases of park administration and operations.

Knowledge of cultural and natural resource management.

Skill in effective verbal and written communication.

Skill in personnel management and effectively supervising employees while maintaining and fostering a team environment.

Skill in public relations and developing beneficial relationships and promotional partnerships with volunteer groups and other outside agencies/organizations.

Skill in planning, assigning and/or supervising the work of others.

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

Skill in effective interaction with staff at all levels of the department and other State agencies and organizations.

Skill in using personal computers.

Skill in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Email and Facebook.

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

Ability to coordinate maintenance, repair, or construction of park facilities as well as maintenance/repair of equipment.

Ability to develop and maintain financial systems, accountability of budgets, purchasing, revenue collections, inventories, and agency property.

Ability to develop marketing and promotional activities and special events.

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

Ability to enforce appropriate park rules and regulations in a fair and consistent manner.

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 perform work outdoors, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.

Required to work overtime as necessary.

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

Must conform to TPWD employee dress code, work rules and safety standards.

Required to live on-site in State housing with a monthly deduction of $278.52. Housing rates are established by oversight agencies and may change according to market value.

Required to travel 15% with possible overnight stays.

May be required to operate a State vehicle.

Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.

TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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Closing Date: Nov 25, 2025, 11:59:00 PM

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