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

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

In this West Texas getaway, Lake Colorado City draws wildlife and humans here for respite from the dry climate. The park is south of I-20 between Midland and Abilene.

Under the direction of the Region 1 Deputy Region Director, this position is responsible for complex (journey-level) park/historic site management work including the preservation, protection, administration, operation and maintenance of Lake Colorado City 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 a workforce;

law enforcement and 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. Leads team to fulfill the TPWD Mission and in a manner that embodies the department’s core values.

Responsible for other assigned projects and duties required by Region and Austin headquarters. Works under general supervision, with moderate 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.

Education
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Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree.

Experience
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Three years of experience in (1) natural/cultural resource management; or (2) interpretation or education; or (3) general maintenance; or (4) promotion 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
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Education:

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department employees hired prior to January 1, 1998, with no break in service and 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.

Experience
:

• Experience as a park manager, supervisor or team leader.
• Experience in revenue or budget management.
• Experience in marketing and media relations.
• Experience with community outreach, volunteer recruitment and management, and coordination of partnerships.
• Experience managing natural, cultural and other park resources.

• Knowledge of all phases of park administration and operations.
• Knowledge of cultural and natural resource management.
• Knowledge of interpretation/education programs.
• Knowledge of forecasting revenue, cost control and probability.
• Skill in using MS Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Skill in effective verbal and written communication.
• Skill in providing quality customer service in a courteous and professional manner.
• Skill in conducting fiscal control functions and accounting for revenue collected.
• Skill in personnel management and effectively supervising employees while maintaining and fostering a team environment.
• Skill in public relations and developing beneficial relationships and promotional partnerships with volunteer groups, leased concessionaires and other outside agencies/organizations.
• Skill in effective interaction with staff at all levels of the department and other state agencies and organizations.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective work relationships with co-workers and work-related contacts.
• Skill in making independent, sound and timely decisions.
• Skill in training others.
• Ability to develop and follow Fiscal Control Plans.
• Ability to effectively manage and supervise Law Enforcement operations.
• Ability to coordinate maintenance, repair, or construction of park…