TPWD - Park​/Historic Site Superintendent III; Park Superintendent

Job Title TPWD - Park/Historic Site Superintendent III (Park Superintendent)

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.

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Martin Creek Lake State Park, 9515 CR 2181 D, Tatum, TX 75691

Under the direction of the Region 6 Deputy Regional Director, this position performs highly complex (senior-level) park/historic site management work including the preservation, protection, administration, operation, and maintenance of Martin Creek Lake State Park. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: cultural and natural resource stewardship, financial management (including budget planning, preparation, and monitoring), revenue management, and human resources management to include recruitment and retention of park's workforce.

Responsible for 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 office. 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 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.

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

Four 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.

Two years of experience as a supervisor or team leader.

NOTE: Experience may have occurred concurrently.

Must possess a valid state driver's license.

NOTE: Retention of position contingent upon obtaining and maintaining required license.

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) employees hired prior to January 1, 1998, without a break in service, with a minimum of sixty hours earned may substitute two years of TPWD experience in park management, supervision, or operations for the required degree.

Experience as a supervisor or team leader in park operations and management.

Experience in managing and developing personnel.

Experience with community outreach and coordination of partnerships.

Experience managing natural, cultural, and other park resources.

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

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.

Skill in using standard office equipment.

Skill in the administration of business operations.

Skill in overseeing equipment usage.

Skill in ground repairs and techniques.

Ability to carry out employee, resource and public safety programs to include compliance and enforcement programming.

Ability to provide direction, guidance and oversight of all park programming, administration and operations.

Ability to monitor revenue collection, ensure accountability and…