Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park is one of the premier birding destinations in North America and features incredible biodiversity. The Rio Grande Valley offers incredible food options and a cultural crossroads providing for a high quality of life. This park offers ideal opportunities to those wanting to connect with under-served communities and to work in a park with a unique natural resource operation. Under the direction of the Park/ Historic Site Superintendent, this position performs complex (journey-level) assistant park/historic site management work. Responsible for the effective management, safety, and security of the World Birding Center (WBC) at Bentsen Rio Grande Valley State Park. Responsible for assisting and/or coordinating in areas such as: Law Enforcement, Maintenance, Revenue Collection, Resource Management, Interpretation/ Education, and Administration. Provides leadership to park staff, volunteers, and others to successfully manage and conserve the park's natural and cultural resources for present and future use. Serves as Park/ Historic Site Superintendent in their absence. 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. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Education:Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree. Experience:Two years of experience in (1) natural/cultural resource management; or (2) interpretation or education; or (3) general maintenance; or (4) public safety; or (5) promotions or public relations or marketing. Licensure: Must possess or be able to obtain, within 30 days of employment, a valid State driver’s license. ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS:Education:Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) 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. 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 Management, Forestry, Biology, Anthropology, Archeology, or History. Experience:Two years of experience in customer service. Experience as a park manager, supervisor, or team leader. Experience in revenue or budget management. Bilingual in English and Spanish. Experience in natural or cultural resource management, general maintenance, public safety, promotions, or public relations or marketing. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:Knowledge of all phases of park administration and operations. Knowledge of park operations and maintenance practices. Knowledge of public relations with ability to develop beneficial relationships and promotional partnerships with volunteer groups and other outside agencies and organizations. Knowledge of natural and cultural resource management practices. Knowledge of basic mathematics. Knowledge of human resources management. Skill in using MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Skill in effective verbal and written communication. Skill in providing quality customer service in a courteous and professional manner. Skill in making independent, sound and timely decisions. Skill in research, development and implementation of interpretive programs and/or environmental education. Skill in developing beneficial community partnerships. Skill in customer service, public relations and promotions. Skill in planning, assigning and/or supervising the work of others. Skill in training others. Skill in working as a team leader to oversee employees and volunteers. Skill in developing and implementing strategies to increase public awareness and park visitation. Skill in the administration of business operations and facilities. Skill in overseeing equipment usage. Skill in ground repairs and techniques. Ability to resolve conflicts, solve problems and increase productivity while fostering a harmonious team-oriented work environment. Ability to develop marketing and promotional activities and special events. Ability to maintain flexibility and work with frequent interruptions and multiple changing priorities. Ability to work independently with little or no supervision. Ability to complete correspondence, reports, presentations and special assignments. Ability to handle complaints, emergencies, stressful situations, and large groups of people. Ability to communicate with the public in intense situations with a positive and professional demeanor. Ability to work under stressful conditions. Ability to perform duties in accordance with Department policies, procedures, guidelines, and safety requirements. Ability to develop and maintain financial systems, accountability of budgets, revenue collections, expenditure systems and purchasing, inventories, and agency property. Ability to interpret and enforce park rules and regulations in a fair, consistent and professional manner. Ability to supervise the work of others. Ability to carry out public and employee safety programs, and to perform duties in accordance with Department safety requirements. Ability to coordinate maintenance, repair, or construction of park facilities, and grounds, as well as maintenance/repair of equipment. 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.