TPWD - Park/Historic Site Superintendent III (Park Superintendent)
CAPPS, Inc., Gonzales, TX, United States
Park/Historic Site Superintendent III (Park Superintendent)
Under the direction of the Regional Director, this position performs highly complex (senior-level) park/historic site management work and is responsible for the preservation, protection, administration, operation and maintenance of Palmetto State Park. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: cultural and natural resources stewardship; financial management, including budget planning, preparation and monitoring; revenue management, and human resources management to include recruitment and retention of the workforce; public safety programs; maintenance and repair of facilities, grounds and equipment; customer service, public relations, marketing and promotion; interpretation and education, coordinating special events, engaging in community outreach, volunteer development and coordination of partnerships. Identifies, develops, and administers program budgets. Responsible for other assigned projects required by the Region and Austin headquarters. 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. Note: Salary range is limited to a 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:
Four 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; Two years experience as a supervisor or team leader. Note: Experience may have occurred concurrently. Licensure:
Must possess a valid State driver's license. Note: Retention of position contingent upon obtaining and maintaining required license. Acceptable Substitutions: Education:
Current Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) employees hired prior to January 1, 1998 with no break in service, 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. 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 Conservation, Range Management, Forestry, Biology, Anthropology/Archeology, History or closely related field. Experience:
Experience as a supervisor or team leader in park operations and management. Experience in budget development and management. Experience in managing and developing personnel. Experience with community outreach and coordination of partnerships. Experience managing natural, cultural, and other park resources. Bilingual in English & Spanish. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of all phases of park administration and operations. Knowledge of personnel management. Knowledge of cultural and natural resource management. Knowledge of accounting and accountability of revenue collection. Knowledge of interpretation/education programs. Skill in using MS Word, Excel and Outlook. Skill in effective verbal and written communication. Skill in planning, assigning and/or supervising the work of others. Skill in personnel management and effectively supervising employees while maintaining and fostering a team environment. Skill in effective interaction with staff at all levels of the department and other State agencies and organizations. Skill in public relations and developing beneficial relationships and promotional partnerships with volunteer groups, leased concessionaires and other outside agencies/organizations. Skill in making independent, sound and timely decisions. Ability to develop and follow Fiscal Control Plans. Ability to carry out public and employee safety programs. Ability to coordinate maintenance, repair, or construction of park facilities as well as maintenance/repair of equipment. Ability to work under stressful conditions. Ability to maintain strict confidentiality. Ability to work independently with little or no supervision. Ability to work as a member of a team. Ability to accurately handle transactions and account for revenue collected. Ability to develop and maintain financial systems, accountability of budgets, purchasing, revenue collections, inventories, and agency property. Ability to effectively manage and respond to complaints, emergencies, stressful situations and large groups of people. Ability to enforce appropriate park rules and regulations in a fair and consistent manner. 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 visitors. 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 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 work rules, safety procedures and dress and grooming standards. Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles. TPWD is an equal opportunity employer.
Under the direction of the Regional Director, this position performs highly complex (senior-level) park/historic site management work and is responsible for the preservation, protection, administration, operation and maintenance of Palmetto State Park. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: cultural and natural resources stewardship; financial management, including budget planning, preparation and monitoring; revenue management, and human resources management to include recruitment and retention of the workforce; public safety programs; maintenance and repair of facilities, grounds and equipment; customer service, public relations, marketing and promotion; interpretation and education, coordinating special events, engaging in community outreach, volunteer development and coordination of partnerships. Identifies, develops, and administers program budgets. Responsible for other assigned projects required by the Region and Austin headquarters. 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. Note: Salary range is limited to a 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:
Four 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; Two years experience as a supervisor or team leader. Note: Experience may have occurred concurrently. Licensure:
Must possess a valid State driver's license. Note: Retention of position contingent upon obtaining and maintaining required license. Acceptable Substitutions: Education:
Current Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) employees hired prior to January 1, 1998 with no break in service, 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. 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 Conservation, Range Management, Forestry, Biology, Anthropology/Archeology, History or closely related field. Experience:
Experience as a supervisor or team leader in park operations and management. Experience in budget development and management. Experience in managing and developing personnel. Experience with community outreach and coordination of partnerships. Experience managing natural, cultural, and other park resources. Bilingual in English & Spanish. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of all phases of park administration and operations. Knowledge of personnel management. Knowledge of cultural and natural resource management. Knowledge of accounting and accountability of revenue collection. Knowledge of interpretation/education programs. Skill in using MS Word, Excel and Outlook. Skill in effective verbal and written communication. Skill in planning, assigning and/or supervising the work of others. Skill in personnel management and effectively supervising employees while maintaining and fostering a team environment. Skill in effective interaction with staff at all levels of the department and other State agencies and organizations. Skill in public relations and developing beneficial relationships and promotional partnerships with volunteer groups, leased concessionaires and other outside agencies/organizations. Skill in making independent, sound and timely decisions. Ability to develop and follow Fiscal Control Plans. Ability to carry out public and employee safety programs. Ability to coordinate maintenance, repair, or construction of park facilities as well as maintenance/repair of equipment. Ability to work under stressful conditions. Ability to maintain strict confidentiality. Ability to work independently with little or no supervision. Ability to work as a member of a team. Ability to accurately handle transactions and account for revenue collected. Ability to develop and maintain financial systems, accountability of budgets, purchasing, revenue collections, inventories, and agency property. Ability to effectively manage and respond to complaints, emergencies, stressful situations and large groups of people. Ability to enforce appropriate park rules and regulations in a fair and consistent manner. 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 visitors. 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 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 work rules, safety procedures and dress and grooming standards. Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles. TPWD is an equal opportunity employer.