TPWD - Park/Historic Site Superintendent II (Park Superintendent)
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, Del Rio, TX, United States
Job Posting
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This position is eligible for a $5,000 Recruitment Bonus.
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.
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.
General Description This position is eligible for a $5,000 Recruitment Bonus. A truly unique opportunity at a special site – 20,000 acres of rugged and undeveloped land on the cleanest river in Texas. The position is based at the remote Del Norte Unit of Devils River State Natural Area located on Dolan Creek Rd; which is approximately 1.5 hours (one‑way) from Del Rio. Under the direction of the Complex Superintendent, this position performs complex (journey‑level) park/historic site management work including overseeing the preservation, protection, administration, and maintenance of the Devils River State Natural Area (DRSNA) Del Norte Unit.
Responsibilities
Visitor and customer service
Cultural and natural resource protection and stewardship
Financial management, including budget planning, preparation, and monitoring
Revenue management
Human resources management, including recruitment and retention
Security and safety programs
Maintenance and repair of facilities, grounds, and equipment
Public relations, marketing, and promotion
Interpretive and educational program management, including engaging in community outreach
Coordinating special events
Volunteer development and cultivating partnerships
Lead team to fulfill the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) Mission and embody the department’s core values
Serve as DRSNA lead superintendent in their absence
Responsible for other assigned projects required by the Region and Austin headquarters
Work under general supervision, with moderate latitude for initiative and independent judgment
Perform additional duties as assigned
Comply with all Agency, Division, and Branch rules, regulations, and procedures
Qualifications
Education:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree
Experience:
Three years of experience in (1) natural and 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 of experience as a supervisor or team leader.
NOTE: Experience may have occurred concurrently.
Licensure:
Must possess a valid state driver’s license.
Acceptable Substitutions:
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 may substitute two years of TPWD experience in park/historic site management, supervision, or operations for the required degree.
Preferred Qualifications:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree or higher in Park …
Military Preference Reference:
https://www.onetonline.org/crosswalk/MOC/
and
https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MilitaryCrosswalkGuide.pdf .
Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.
Veterans must submit DD214 or equivalent documentation; spouses may submit marriage certificates and DD Form 1300 if applicable.
See
https://tpwd.texas.gov/jobs/veterans/
for details.
Hiring Contact Jason Hairston, (830) 313-0681 /
Jason.Hairston@tpwd.texas.gov
Physical Work Address Devils River State Natural Area – Del Norte, 21715 Dolan Creek Rd, Del Rio, TX 78840
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This position is eligible for a $5,000 Recruitment Bonus.
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.
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.
General Description This position is eligible for a $5,000 Recruitment Bonus. A truly unique opportunity at a special site – 20,000 acres of rugged and undeveloped land on the cleanest river in Texas. The position is based at the remote Del Norte Unit of Devils River State Natural Area located on Dolan Creek Rd; which is approximately 1.5 hours (one‑way) from Del Rio. Under the direction of the Complex Superintendent, this position performs complex (journey‑level) park/historic site management work including overseeing the preservation, protection, administration, and maintenance of the Devils River State Natural Area (DRSNA) Del Norte Unit.
Responsibilities
Visitor and customer service
Cultural and natural resource protection and stewardship
Financial management, including budget planning, preparation, and monitoring
Revenue management
Human resources management, including recruitment and retention
Security and safety programs
Maintenance and repair of facilities, grounds, and equipment
Public relations, marketing, and promotion
Interpretive and educational program management, including engaging in community outreach
Coordinating special events
Volunteer development and cultivating partnerships
Lead team to fulfill the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) Mission and embody the department’s core values
Serve as DRSNA lead superintendent in their absence
Responsible for other assigned projects required by the Region and Austin headquarters
Work under general supervision, with moderate latitude for initiative and independent judgment
Perform additional duties as assigned
Comply with all Agency, Division, and Branch rules, regulations, and procedures
Qualifications
Education:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree
Experience:
Three years of experience in (1) natural and 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 of experience as a supervisor or team leader.
NOTE: Experience may have occurred concurrently.
Licensure:
Must possess a valid state driver’s license.
Acceptable Substitutions:
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 may substitute two years of TPWD experience in park/historic site management, supervision, or operations for the required degree.
Preferred Qualifications:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree or higher in Park …
Military Preference Reference:
https://www.onetonline.org/crosswalk/MOC/
and
https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MilitaryCrosswalkGuide.pdf .
Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.
Veterans must submit DD214 or equivalent documentation; spouses may submit marriage certificates and DD Form 1300 if applicable.
See
https://tpwd.texas.gov/jobs/veterans/
for details.
Hiring Contact Jason Hairston, (830) 313-0681 /
Jason.Hairston@tpwd.texas.gov
Physical Work Address Devils River State Natural Area – Del Norte, 21715 Dolan Creek Rd, Del Rio, TX 78840
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