TPWD - Park Ranger ; Park Interpreter

Position: TPWD - Park Ranger I (Park Interpreter)
Location: Centerville

Job Title

TPWD - Park Ranger I (Park Interpreter) at Texas Parks and Wildlife Department

How to Apply

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Mission

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.

Benefits

EXCELLENT BENEFITS:
Texas Parks and Wildlife offers a variety of benefits including generous paid time off, group insurance, retirement and pension, frequent training and staff development opportunities, longevity pay, merit pay, deferred compensation, flexible benefit plans, 401(k)/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.

Application

Instructions

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

• Job Title
• Dates of employment (month/year)
• Hours worked per week
• Name of Employer, Name of Supervisor and Phone Number
• Description of duties performed

Volunteer experience credit is counted toward any experience requirement and should be listed. Part‑time experience credit is prorated based on the duration and hours worked per week. Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification; you may state "unknown" for any incomplete fields. College transcripts are required at the time of interview if education is used to meet the minimum requirements of the job posting.

Applications with incomplete attachments will be rejected. Military Occupational Specialty Codes

• Park Ranger I-V Army 11B, 11C, 11A
• Park Ranger I-V Navy RS, SN, YN, YNS
• Park Ranger I-V Coast Guard MST, MSSR
• Park Ranger I-V Marine Corps 0300, 0365, 0369
• Park Ranger I-V Air Force 9T000
• Park Ranger I-V Space Force No Military Crosswalk

Military Employment Preference

Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply. Required forms that must be attached with the application for Military Employment Preference:

• Veteran-DD214 showing honorable discharge or Statement of Service (for transitioning service members)
• Marriage Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation for surviving spouse of a veteran who has not remarried
• Birth Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation for orphan of a veteran killed while on active duty
• Marriage Certificate and copy of spouse’s active‑duty military orders for spouse of a US Armed Forces/Texas National Guard member serving on active duty
• Marriage Certificate, Veterans DD214, and VA Benefits Summary Letter for spouse of a veteran with disability and is the primary income for household

Documentation must be attached to the application before military preference can be granted. Hiring Contact

Angelic Anderson, (430) 216‑8016, Email: angelic.andersonas.gov

Physical Work Address

Fort Boggy State Park, 4994 TX‑75 South, Centerville, TX 75833

General Description

Fort Boggy State Park is the midway point between Houston and Dallas, making it an ideal location for family and friends to meet. We offer visitors the opportunity to float in the lake, birdwatch, kayak/paddleboard, explore 4 miles of trails, interpretive programs, and much more. Under the direction of the Park Superintendent and in cooperation with the Regional Interpretive Specialist, this position performs routine (journey-level) operations work in a state park.

Responsible for interpretation, educational programming, promoting conservation, and stewardship of Fort Boggy State Park and its natural and cultural resources. Research, plans, develops, facilitates, and evaluates interpretive and educational programs, exhibits, guided walks and tours, special events, trainings, and outreach programs based on the interpretive master plan of the park and the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department mission. Conducts site and agency promotion and marketing.

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