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.

PLEASE NOTE:

All applications must contain complete job histories, which includes job title, dates of employment (month/year) and hours worked per week, name of employer, supervisor's name and phone number and a description of duties performed.

Job history and volunteer experience should be listed in the work history section of the application to receive credit towards meeting the minimum requirements. Part-time experience credit is prorated based on the duration and hours worked per week. Please indicate hours worked for part-time/temporary/seasonal experience. If this information is not submitted, your application will be considered incomplete.

Applications with "See attached" or "See resume" will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification; you may state 'unknown' for any incomplete fields. 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.

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APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS: Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting. To complete the supplemental questions, go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login. CAPPS Recruit, https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en

MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY CODES:

Job Classification

Service

Military Specialty

Program Supervisor I - VII

Army

No Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.

Program Supervisor I - VII

Navy

611X, 612X, 641X, 712X

Program Supervisor I - VII

Coast Guard

BOSN, ELC, ISS, MAT, MED, MLES, MSSD, MSSE, MSSR, OSS, WEPS

Program Supervisor I - VII

Marine Corps

0203, 0207, 0302, 0370, 0520, 0602, 0802, 1802, 1803, 2340, 6502, 7202, 7208, 7210, 7220, 7502, 8005, 8858, 9702

Program Supervisor I - VII

Air Force

3D0X1, 8U000, 9G100, 16GX, 60C0, 63G0, 86M0, 86P0

*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 complete the Military Employment Preference Survey and attach this form and required documentation referenced on this form 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:

1. Veteran- DD214 showing honorable discharge.

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

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

4. 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.

5. 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.

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 the 1st of the following month after a 60-day waiting period. Click HERE to view our Benefits page.

HIRING CONTACT: Timothy Bradle, (512) 389-8560

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: 4200 Smith School Road, Austin, TX 78744

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Under the direction of the State Parks Division this position performs advanced (senior-level) administrative and supervisory program work regarding management of revenue resources and the Texas State Parks Store concession program to include planning, developing, and implementing business retail standards, inventory and cost controls, loss prevention, product development, and vendor recruitment. Provides oversight for the State Parks Point of Sale interface on centralized management of retail product classifications, recreational equipment rentals, all activity and facility fees, variable pricing and miscellaneous income. Provides consultative services and technical guidance for revenue generating programs. Work involves conducting feasibility analyses, monitoring and reviewing the development, operation and marketability of current and future auxiliary enterprises including staff-operated parks stores, equipment rentals, and food services. Provides guidance to the field resource specialists on business operations, retailing, marketing, and promotional program areas associated with the State Parks Division - Business Management Branch. Assists with other park/program special event planning and execution through marketing and product development. Supervises the State Parks Division's reservation data management, fulfillment and park store retail programs and staff. 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.


Qualifications:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in business, retail / merchandising, hospitality, or a related discipline.

Experience:

Three years of experience in business management, business development, marketing, retail product development, consumer research, hospitality or related industry;

Three years as team lead or supervisor.

NOTE: Experience may have occurred concurrently.

Licensure:

Applicant must possess or be able to obtain and hold within 30 days of employment, a Texas class "C" driver's license.

ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS:

Education:

One additional year of qualifying experience business management, business development, marketing, retail product development, consumer research, hospitality or related industry may substitute for one year of the required college education, with a maximum substitution of four years of education.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience:

Five years of retail concession operations and product development, business development, or business management in an outdoor recreation or tourism agency;

Experience in using point of sale retail management software with perpetual inventory components.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of park, tourism or hospitality management and operations;

Knowledge of customer research methodologies and analysis;

Knowledge of agency policies and procedures;

Knowledge of purchasing policies and procedures;

Knowledge of budget and accounting policies and procedures;

Knowledge of general business practices;

Skill in promoting and evaluating customer service;

Skill in survey development, interpretation of data, analysis of statistical data, outdoor recreational use terminology, an ability to compile collected data and generate statistical reports;

Skill in effective verbal and written communications;

Skill in using personal computers with Microsoft applications (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access);

Skill in monitoring contracts and budgets;

Skill in analyzing state park revenue resources to include fees and concessions;

Ability to learn new system operations, including computer applications;

Ability to effectively communicate with a variety of audiences to include park staff, management, the general public and local, state and federal officials.

WORKING CONDITIONS

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

Required to travel 15% with possible overnight stays;

Required to operate a State vehicle;

Non-smoking environment in all State buildings and vehicles.

TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER



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Closing Date: Apr 14, 2025, 9:59:00 PM

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