Natural Resources Patrol & GIS Specialist

Travis County; Texas; On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Travis County seeks a Specialist to patrol Balcones Canyonlands Preserve managed lands, document incidents, and coordinate access with approved parties. The role supports land management, GIS mapping, and wildlife monitoring under the TNR department.

The position involves communicating preserve rules to neighbors and visitors, coordinating with County Park Police, and often working flexible hours to meet department needs. Requires a relevant degree and one year of related experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Natural Resources, Environmental Science, Ecology, Biology or a directly related field AND one (1) year of directly related, increasingly responsible demonstrated experience in natural resource management.
• OR, Any combination of education and experience that has been achieved and is equivalent to the stated education and experience and required knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this job.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and conducting natural resources management protection and enhancement projects.
• Provide GIS mapping support and maintain GIS databases for land management activities.
• Research and develop methods for natural resources management and coordinates with other agencies.
• Compile and analyze field data for reports, plans and checklists for the public.
• Conduct education and outreach to the general public and provide information on natural resources protection.

Skills

GIS mapping

Data analysis

Report writing

Verbal communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Natural Resources

Tools

ArcView GIS

Job description

Travis County seeks a Specialist to patrol Balcones Canyonlands Preserve managed lands, document incidents, and coordinate access with approved parties. The role supports land management, GIS mapping, and wildlife monitoring under the TNR department.

The position involves communicating preserve rules to neighbors and visitors, coordinating with County Park Police, and often working flexible hours to meet department needs. Requires a relevant degree and one year of related experience.