Texas Parks and Wildlife Department · 10 hours ago
TPWD - Manager V (Land Conservation Program Manager)
DW-TPWD Headquarters4200 Smith School Road
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
5+ years expTexas Parks and Wildlife Department is dedicated to managing and conserving the natural and cultural resources of Texas. They are seeking a Land Conservation Program Manager to oversee the daily operations of the agency’s Land Conservation Program, providing analysis and support for land acquisitions and conservation initiatives.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Administer the daily operations and activities of the agency’s Land Conservation Program
Provide analysis, research, support and information to assist executive management, staff, legislative and other oversight offices in making informed decisions regarding land acquisitions, strategic property and conservation initiatives, and related real property items
Manage the work of the Land Conservation Program (LCP), including land conservation, real estate transactions including negotiation and preparation of third-party land use agreements, statutory and regulatory aspects of conservation lands, federal and non-federal grant management, conservation easements, and the preparation and delivery of presentations to senior staff and the TPW Commission
Help develop and implement long-term strategic conservation initiatives relating to the acquisition, conservation, management, and protection of real estate assets directly held by or desired by TPWD or assets adjacent to TPWD holdings deemed to be strategic by TPWD
Coordinate with or provide project support to other agencies or nongovernmental organizations in furtherance of the conservation mission of TPWD
Represent the Department’s interests with multiple stakeholders including elected officials, private landowners, trusts and corporations
Qualification
Required
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree
Five years of progressively responsible experience in public administration, real estate management, and/or conservation related fields
Two years of supervisory experience managing professional staff and/or consultants/contractors
Experience with public sector land acquisition, conservation easement and property rights activities
Experience responding to legislative requests, interacting with legislative and oversight offices, and executive level private sector stakeholders
Applicant must possess a valid Texas driver's license
Preferred
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's or higher degree in Real Estate Management, Wildlife Science, Parks and Recreation, Rangeland Conservation, or related field
Two years of supervisory experience managing real estate, GIS, public administration and/or conservation management staff
Experience navigating State of Texas land acquisition, conservation easement and property rights statutes
Progressively responsible experience in the forging and management of key strategic stakeholder relationships
Demonstrated high level of business acumen related to real estate transactions on the preparation of long-term risk analyses
Benefits
Generous paid time off
Group insurance
Retirement and pension
Frequent training and staff development opportunities
Longevity pay
Merit pay
Deferred compensation
Flexible benefit plans
401K/457 retirement plans
Direct deposit
Staggered work hours
Employee Assistance Program
Return-to-Work Program
Company
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
The mission of Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is 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.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Craig Bonds
Chief Operating Officer
Cornell Richardson MBA, ASP
Chief Safety Officer
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