Stephen Thomas - Summer '21
Texas Parks & Wildlife at Pedernales Falls State Park
Job Description
Under the direction of the Superintendent, this internship is an opportunity designed for students to obtain relevant work experience to be competitive for future positions in park operations, such as: management, interpretation/education, administration, maintenance, resource management and protection, law enforcement, etc. Responsible for performing a complete range of tasks to experience all the aspects of park administration, operations and management. Duties include, but are not limited to, natural and cultural resource management; facility, grounds and equipment maintenance management; interpretation and education programming and management; customer service, fee collection, revenue control and fiscal accountability; marketing and promotional programming; park patrols to include visitor contact and law enforcement observation. Performs special projects/assignments and attends selected training programs to enhance the overall working knowledge and skills related to operational and management activities. Internship will also include a special project to be mutually determined by supervisor and intern, to meet both site needs and intern’s educational and development. Performs additional duties as assigned. Complies with all Agency, Division, and Branch rules, regulations, and procedures.
Under the direction of the Superintendent, this internship is an opportunity designed for students to obtain relevant work experience to be competitive for future positions in park operations, such as: management, interpretation/education, administration, maintenance, resource management and protection, law enforcement, etc. Responsible for performing a complete range of tasks to experience all the aspects of park administration, operations and management. Duties include, but are not limited to, natural and cultural resource management; facility, grounds and equipment maintenance management; interpretation and education programming and management; customer service, fee collection, revenue control and fiscal accountability; marketing and promotional programming; park patrols to include visitor contact and law enforcement observation. Performs special projects/assignments and attends selected training programs to enhance the overall working knowledge and skills related to operational and management activities. Internship will also include a special project to be mutually determined by supervisor and intern, to meet both site needs and intern’s educational and development. Performs additional duties as assigned. Complies with all Agency, Division, and Branch rules, regulations, and procedures.
TPWD
Texas Parks & Wildlife is a conservation agency that is run by the State of Texas. It offers various opportunities for citizens, from state parks to hunting licenses |
Mission of TPWD
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. |
Qualifications:
Education:
Current enrollment as an undergraduate or graduate student in an accredited college or university or recent graduate within the last 6 months;
Minimum of 18 completed semester credit hours from an accredited college or university at time of application;
Must have an overall grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 grade point scale or "Pass" on a Pass/Fail system.
Experience:
None required.
Licensure:
If driving is required, applicant must possess a valid State driver’s license.
TPWD has Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities that each new hire must meet. If applying make sure to state each of these if applicable to you, on your resume.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge in general of Texas State Parks;
Skill in effective verbal and written communication;
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with peers or leaders while work on projects or assignments;
Skill in managing several projects simultaneously;
Skill in using MS Word, Excel and Outlook;
Skill in working as a member of a team;
Skill in exercising leadership qualities;
Skill in with civic or community engagement;
Skill in meeting deadlines;
Ability to prepare reports;
Ability to provide quality customer service in a courteous and professional manner;
Ability to maintain flexibility and work with frequent interruptions and multiple changing priorities;
Ability to communicate effectively with the public utilizing written oral and visual means;
Ability to handle cash and account for revenue collected.;
Ability to perform general maintenance;
Ability to perform manual labor including, lifting supplies and materials up to 25 lbs.;
Ability to conduct work activities in accordance with TPWD safety program.
Education:
Current enrollment as an undergraduate or graduate student in an accredited college or university or recent graduate within the last 6 months;
Minimum of 18 completed semester credit hours from an accredited college or university at time of application;
Must have an overall grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 grade point scale or "Pass" on a Pass/Fail system.
Experience:
None required.
Licensure:
If driving is required, applicant must possess a valid State driver’s license.
TPWD has Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities that each new hire must meet. If applying make sure to state each of these if applicable to you, on your resume.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge in general of Texas State Parks;
Skill in effective verbal and written communication;
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with peers or leaders while work on projects or assignments;
Skill in managing several projects simultaneously;
Skill in using MS Word, Excel and Outlook;
Skill in working as a member of a team;
Skill in exercising leadership qualities;
Skill in with civic or community engagement;
Skill in meeting deadlines;
Ability to prepare reports;
Ability to provide quality customer service in a courteous and professional manner;
Ability to maintain flexibility and work with frequent interruptions and multiple changing priorities;
Ability to communicate effectively with the public utilizing written oral and visual means;
Ability to handle cash and account for revenue collected.;
Ability to perform general maintenance;
Ability to perform manual labor including, lifting supplies and materials up to 25 lbs.;
Ability to conduct work activities in accordance with TPWD safety program.
Benefits and Opportunities
Pedernales Falls State Park has given me many various opportunities to learn and grow within my career. I have been able to attend the Intro to Interpretation region meeting as well as the Region Interpreter Meeting. At this meeting I was able to network with over 10 Park Interpreters, the Region Specialist, and the Director of Interpretation. Benefits that I had during my internship included free housing (they provided me a full hook up campsite, I just needed the trailer), $12.5 an hour pay and free entrance into other State Parks. |
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Achievements
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Contact
http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/state-parks/pedernales-falls
Pedernales Falls State Park: (830) 868-7304 2585 Park Rd 6026, Johnson City, TX 78636 John Alvis Park Superintendent john.alvis@tpwd.texas.gov Jason Hairston Assistant Park Superintendent jason.hairston@tpwd.texas.gov Stephen Garmon Park Interpreter/ Volunteer Coordinator stephen.garmon@tpwd.texas.gov |
