Texas State Parks Jobs (NOW HIRING)

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.

  
EXCELLENT 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. Click HERE to view our Benefits page.

PLEASE NOTE: 

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

• Job Title

• Dates of employment (month/year)

• Name of Employer, Name of Supervisor Description of duties performed

• Volunteer experience credit is counted toward any experience requirement.  Please list those experiences to receive credit towards meeting the minimum requirements. 

• 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 (unless otherwise noted on the posting) if education is used to meet the minimum requirements of the job posting. A copy of a college transcript(s) issued from the registrar must be provided if you are selected for an interview. 

• Applications with "See attached" or "See resume" will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

• Resumes are encouraged as attachments but will not be used to determine eligibility

• Work In Texas (WIT) Applications: WIT applicants are required to complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting. To complete the supplemental questions, login to CAPPS Recruit.

IF THIS INFORMATION IS NOT SUBMITTED, YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE CONSIDERED INCOMPLETE.

MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY CODES:

Job Classification

Service

Military Specialty

Program Specialist I-VII

Army

No Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.

Program Specialist I-VII

Navy

OS, YN,  YNS, 611X, 612X, 641X, 712X

Program Specialist I-VII

Coast Guard

OS, YN, OSS, PERS

Program Specialist I-VII

Marine Corps

No Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.

Program Specialist I-VII

Air Force

8U000, 16GX, 60C0, 63G0, 86M0, 86P0, 88A0, 88B0

Program Specialist I-VII

Space Force

No Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.

*More information on military occupational specialty codes can be found below:

https://www.onetonline.org/crosswalk/MOC/

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MilitaryCrosswalkGuide.pdf

MILITARY EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE: 

If you choose to claim military employment preference as outlined by the State of Texas, you must attach the required documentation referenced below at the time your application is submitted. If you have questions regarding this requirement, please visit our Military Employment Reference page at https://tpwd.texas.gov/jobs/veterans/.

Required forms that will need to be attached with application for Military Employment Preference:

• Veteran- DD214 showing honorable discharge or Statement of Service (only for transitioning service members who have not reached their date of separation).

• Surviving spouse of a veteran who has not remarried- Marriage Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation.

• Orphan of a veteran killed while on active duty- Birth Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation.

• Spouse of a member of the US Armed Forces/Texas National Guard serving on Active Duty- Marriage Certificate and copy of spouses active-duty military orders.

• Spouse of a veteran with disability and is the primary income for household- Marriage Certificate, Veterans DD214, and VA Benefits Summary Letter showing disability rating.

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

HIRING CONTACT: Brittney Zepeda, (512) 389-8674, Email: Brittney.Zepeda@tpwd.texas.gov
PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: 4200 Smith School Road, Austin, TX 78744

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Under the direction of the State Parks Volunteer Program Manager, the Community Services and Partnerships Specialist performs moderately complex  (journey-level) consultative services and technical assistance work and is the conduit between governmental entities and agencies, civic organizations and non-profits, the military, and institutions of higher learning for the placement of individuals in alternative workforce, work-study programs, community service, or internships. Responsible for establishing program policies, procedures, training resources, and onboarding/offboarding protocol in accordance with agency policies and procedures, and state and federal regulations. Creates or reviews memorandums of agreement/understanding in accordance with agency procedures. Provides program support requiring effective communication, administrative and purchasing skills, database system and webpage maintenance, hosting training via conference calls or webinars, and use of online resources to promote programs and managing multiple projects and deadlines.  Works under general 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:

Experience in unpaid staffing coordination;

Experience coordinating external and internal partnerships.

NOTE: Experience may have occurred concurrently.

Licensure:

Must possess or be able to obtain, within 30 days of employment, a valid state driver's license.

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

ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS:

Education:

One year of experience in paid or unpaid staffing coordination in park, or closely related organization, or non-profit administration may substitute for 30 hours of the required education, with a maximum substitution of 120 semester hours.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:      

Nonprofit Management certification or degree from accredited institution or Certified Nonprofit Professional (CNP) issued by the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance;

Volunteer Management certification or degree from an accredited institution or Certified in Volunteer Administration (CVA) issued by Council for Certification in Volunteer Administration.

Experience:

Experience in volunteer management and administration;

Experience in nonprofit administration;

Experience in internship recruitment and placement;

Experience in career counseling and placement services;

Experience in creating standard operating procedures;

Experience creating or reviewing memorandums of agreement/understanding;

Experience utilizing an online database system;

Experience in hosting training via conference calls or webinars.  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of volunteer management and administration;

Knowledge of recruitment and retention strategies and objectives;

Knowledge of policies, procedures, and processes for managing or supervising a workforce;

Knowledge of program management, consultation, training, and providing resources;

Skill in interpreting program-related federal, state, and agency regulations and policies;

Skill in developing processes, procedures and policies for program area;

Skill in effective verbal and written communication;

Skill in managing a geographically dispersed program and individuals;

Skill in fostering relationships and working with organizations and civic groups;

Skill in effective communication and interaction with staff at all levels;

Skill in training others;

Skill in using Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook;

Skill in video conference software and equipment;

Skill in managing several projects simultaneously;

Ability to effectively plan, schedule and organize activities to meet multiple deadlines;

Ability to analyze complex information and provide guidance or effective solutions;

Ability to effectively demonstrate facilitation skills;

Ability to travel to various work locations;

Ability to work as a member of a team;

Ability to communicate effectively with the public;

Ability to provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers;

Ability to exercise initiative;

Ability to work independently with little or no supervision;

Ability to conduct work activities in accordance with TPWD safety program.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Required to work from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday;

Required to work on holidays, weekends and hours other than 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. as necessary;

Required to work overtime as necessary;

Required to travel 15% with possible overnight stays;

Required to operate a State vehicle;

Must conform to TPWD dress and grooming standards, work rules and safety standards;

Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.

TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER