Hiring Contact
Edwin Quintero, (940) 839-4331
General Description
Under the direction of the Park Superintendent, this position is responsible for the overall operations and management of interpretive, outreach, and volunteer programs, as well as, assisting with the oversight and management of the natural and cultural resources at Copper Breaks State Park. Duties include performing as a productive and contributing member of the Copper Breaks State Park work team. Establishes neighbor and community relations, researches, develops, and implements interpretive programs, exhibits, tours, and outreach functions based on the interpretive purposes of the site and agency mission. Conducts site promotion and marketing, assists with special event coordination, volunteer recruitment, preparation of assigned reports, training of volunteers and assisting in other areas of the park. Assists with maintenance and operation of buildings, facilities, and equipment. Operates all types of equipment such as trucks, tractors, mowers, hand tools and power tools. Provides quality costumer services, issuing permits, collecting revenue, and providing information. Assists in enforcing park rules and regulations. 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:
No experience required.
Licensure:
If driving is required, 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 or III certification.
NOTE: Retention of position is contingent on obtaining and maintaining required license.
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to pass, within one year of employment, the FFTII moderate duty physical fitness standard (walk 2 miles with a 25 lb pack in 30 minutes or less) OR the arduous duty physical fitness standard (walk 3 miles with 45 lb pack in 45 minutes or less).
NOTE: Retention of position contingent upon meeting and maintaining physical requirement.
ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS:
Education:
One year of experience in interpretation or conducting educational programs may substitute for 30 hours of the required education, with a maximum substitution of 120 semester hours.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in one of the following areas: Park Administration, Recreation & Parks, Wildlife/Fisheries, Natural and/or Cultural Resource Conservation, Range Management, Forestry, Biology Anthropology/Archeology, History or closely related fields.
Experience:
Experience in Natural and/or Cultural resource management;
Experience in Park Interpretation and Education;
Experience in facility, equipment, and grounds maintenance/ repairs;
Experience in public speaking;
Experience in customer service and/or public outreach;
Experience in coordinating the work of volunteers.
Licensure:
Current National Wildfire Coordinating Group’s (NWCG) Firefighter Type II or Type III (FFTII or FFTIII) certification.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of natural resource management, research techniques, and methodologies;
Knowledge of species identification, field ecology, and natural history;
Knowledge of interpretive programing;
Knowledge of native plant communities and natural landscapes;
Knowledge of standard interpretation techniques;
Knowledge of facility, equipment and ground maintenance repairs and techniques;
Knowledge of accounting/accountability of revenue collection;
Skill in using MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and Outlook;
Skill in effective verbal and written communication;
Skill in training others;
Skill in providing quality customer service in a courteous and professional manner;
Skill in using hand and power tools, mowers, trimmers, chain saws, tractors, vehicles, generators and other mechanical equipment;
Skill in making independent, sound and timely decisions;
Skill in interpretive program research and development;
Skill in volunteer management;
Skill in developing relationships and partnerships with volunteers, groups, external organizations;
Skill in planning, assigning and/or supervising the work of volunteers;
Skill in developing goals and objectives;
Skill in managing several projects simultaneously;
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective work relationships with co-workers, work-related contacts and staff at all levels of the department and other State, Government agencies and other organizations;
Ability to create and maintain partnerships with other nature related organizations;
Ability to develop marketing and promotional activities and special events;
Ability to work as a member of a team;
Ability to work independently with little or no supervision;
Ability to perform basic maintenance tasks to grounds, facilities, vehicles and equipment;
Ability to work well with diverse groups and age ranges;
Ability to work under stressful conditions;
Ability to maintain flexibility and work with frequent interruptions and multiple changing priorities;
Ability to accurately handle cash and account for revenue collected;
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 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 perform work outdoors, occasionally in adverse weather conditions;
May be required to work in non-climate controlled buildings;
Required to respond to emergencies and on-call situations;
Required to work in a public park with overnight camping;
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.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
In order to be considered for this position, the following information is required:
Submittal of a completed online application;
Work history experience MUST be completed in the online application;
A scanned copy of official college transcript(s) issued from the registrar must be attached to the online application (if applicable);
Applicants must attach a DD214 or other supporting documentation to the online application to claim Veterans Preference.
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