TPWD - Park Ranger I (Park Interpreter)

Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting on the CAPPS Careers page.https://erphcmprd.cpa.texas.gov/psp/candidateportal/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FLandAction=UandFOCUS=ApplicantandSiteId=1andJobOpeningId=100475andPostingSeq=1Job DescriptionTPWD MISSIONTo 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. HIRING CONTACT: Ayla Truan, 830-834-0495, Email Address: ayla.truan@tpwd.texas.govPHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Garner State Park, 234 RR 1050, Concan, TX 78838 GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Under the direction of the Park Superintendent, this position performs routine (journey-level) state park operations work. Responsible for interpretation and educational programming and acts as the team leader for organizing, planning and directing volunteer activities and special programs/events at Garner State Park. Researches, develops, and provides interpretive programs, exhibits, outreach programs and tours based on the Interpretive Master Plan of the complex and its mission. Recruits, trains, and has daily oversight of volunteers. Serves as social media manager and as liaison for park support group. Performs administrative duties including promotion, marketing, purchasing and fiscal control functions. Assists with natural and cultural resource management which may include participating in prescribed fires. Works under moderate supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Performs other 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:Must possess or be able to obtain, within 30 days of employment, a valid State driver's license.Must possess or be able to obtain, within one year of employment, the National Association of Interpretation (NAI) Certification.NOTE: Retention of position contingent upon obtaining and maintaining required license and certification. ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS: Education: One year of experience in interpretation or conducting educational programs may substitute for 30 semester 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 Park Administration, Recreation and Parks, Wildlife, Fisheries Science, Natural and/or Cultural Resource Conservation, Range Management, Forestry, Biology, Anthropology, Archeology, History or closely related field. Experience: Experience in Park operations.Experience with customer service and/or public outreach.Experience working with volunteers.Experience in interpretation or conducting educational programs.Licensure:Current Interpretive Guide or Host Certification issued by the National Association of Interpretation (NAI). KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:Knowledge of basic mathematics.Knowledge of park operations and maintenance practices.Knowledge of natural and cultural resource management.Knowledge of interpretation/education programs.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 managing several projects simultaneously.Skill in preparing and delivering accurate, creative interpretive programs for both adults and children.Skill in training others.Skill in supervising and evaluating the performance of volunteers and organizing their work schedule.Skill in establishing and maintaining effective work relationships with co-workers and work-related contacts.Ability to complete documents to include correspondence, reports, presentations and special assignme ts.Ability to develop and maintain beneficial relationships with civic groups, volunteers, community members and staff.Ability to develop, market, promote, and carry out activities, customer programs, public outreach, and special events.Ability to develop partnerships to accomplish goals.Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.Ability to work as a member of a team.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 in a public park with overnight camping.Required to work 40 hours per week, includes various schedules 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 manual labor including, lifting supplies and materials up to 50 lbs.Required to perform work outdoors, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.Required to perform physical abilities such as manually clearing burn lanes, extinguishing fires and cutting brush and timber.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 standards.Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles. PLEASE NOTE:All applications must include complete job history information for each period of employment, provided either in the WORK HISTORY SECTION or in the attached RSUM. Please ensure each entry includes:Job title,Employer name,Dates of employment (month/year),If employment is less than full-time status, indicate part-time in the work history section or rsum, andDescription of duties performed.NOTE: Volunteer experience may be counted toward required experience.IMPORTANT:College Transcripts: If education is used to meet the minimum qualifications, a copy of the college transcript(s) issued by the registrar must be provided at the time of interview (unless otherwise n