Texas Parks and Wildlife Department · 5 hours ago
TPWD - Training and Development Assistant
Texas-Pilot PointWork Locations
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
0+ years expTexas Parks and Wildlife Department is committed to managing and conserving the natural and cultural resources of Texas while providing outdoor recreation opportunities. The Training and Development Assistant supports the Outdoor Education Specialists in executing programs and outreach efforts, while assisting in the delivery of educational programs in state parks.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Supporting the Outdoor Education Specialists in organizing, planning, directing, and evaluating Texas Outdoor Family programs at multiple State Parks throughout the state
Serves primarily as an assistant instructor for assigned public programs and hosts partner programs independently
Promotes Texas Outdoor Family through regional outreach events, marketing, and helps maintain social media presence
Responsible for the transport, maintenance and storage of all equipment necessary to deliver Texas Outdoor Family programs
Delivers other outdoor education programs, trainings, and administrative tasks related to the program
Works under moderate supervision, with limited 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
Qualification
Required
Graduation from High School or GED
Six months experience conducting instructional or educational programs
Must possess or be able to obtain, within 30 days of employment, a valid Texas class 'C' driver's license
Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification; you may state 'unknown' for any incomplete fields
College Transcripts are required at the time of interview (unless otherwise noted on the posting) if education is used to meet the minimum requirements of the job posting
Applications with 'See attached' or 'See resume' will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application
WIT applicants are required to complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting
Preferred
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in one of the following areas: Park Administration, Recreation & Parks, Wildlife/Fisheries Science, Natural and/or Cultural Resource Conservation, Geography, Forestry, Biology, Anthropology/Archeology, Sociology, or closely related field
Experience in outdoor education instruction in activities such as camping, fishing, hiking, or related activities
Functional park operations or camp experience
Interpretation or outdoor education to large groups
Experience in training others
Experience maintaining recreation equipment such as tents, kayaks, and bikes
Experience in customer service
Experience in public speaking
Certified Interpretive Guide (CIG) issued by the National Association of Interpretation (NAI)
Leave No Trace Instructor
Project Wild Instructor
American Canoe Association (ACA) Instructor
Wilderness First Aid or Responder
CPR/First Aid/AED
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
Health insurance is available on the 1st of the following month after a 60-day waiting period
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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