TPWD - Planner II - III (Park Planner - Statewide)

Texas Travel Industry Association; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department seeks a planner to perform state park planning and research at regional and state levels, developing Public Use Plans, Facility Development Plans, and other formal planning documents. Work includes GIS-based analysis, project reviews, and formal presentations to advance park development.

You will interface with Regional Coordinators and Programs across Natural, Cultural, Interpretive and Maintenance Programs, and the Infrastructure Division to ensure an

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree.
• Planner II: One year of professional experience in landscape planning or design, outdoor recreation planning, historical facility planning, land use or environmental resource planning, or commercial, residential or city planning.
• Planner III: Two years of professional experience in landscape planning or design, outdoor recreation planning, historical facility planning, land use or environmental resource planning, or commercial, residential or city planning; two years in GIS/CAD/Adobe Graphic Design software.

Responsibilities

• Develop Public Use Plans, Facility Development Plans and other formal park planning documents.
• Provide GIS-based analysis and project reviews to advance park development projects.
• Present formal findings to internal stakeholders and coordinating entities to ensure integrated park planning.

Skills

GIS

CAD

Adobe Graphic Design

Landscape planning

Outdoor recreation planning

Public presentations

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

GIS

CAD

Adobe Graphic Design

Job description

TPWD MISSION

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.

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS:4200 Smith School Road, Austin, TX 78744

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under the direction of the Planning and Geospatial Resources Manager, this position is responsible for performing state park planning and research services at the regional and state-wide level. Responsibilities are comprised of developing Public Use Plans, Facility Development Plans and other types of formal park planning documents. Planning services include but are not limited to site and facility planning and programming, geographic information system (GIS)-based analysis, project reviews, and providing formal presentations to advance park development projects. Interfaces with the Regional Coordinators and Programs, including Natural, Cultural, Interpretive and Maintenance Programs, the Infrastructure Division, and other entities as necessary to ensure an integrated park planning effort. Performs additional duties as assigned. Complies with all Agency, Division and Branch rules, regulations and procedures.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Required to work from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday;

Required to work overtime, as necessary;

Required to perform work outdoors, occasionally in adverse weather conditions;

Must conform to TPWD dress and grooming standards, work rules, and safety procedures;

Required to travel 15% with possible overnight stays;

Required to operate a State vehicle;

Non-smoking environment in all State buildings and vehicles.

EXCELLENT BENEFITS:

Texas Parks and Wildlife offers a variety of benefits for employees such as generous paid time off, group insurance, retirement and pension, and frequent training and staff development opportunities. Other benefits include longevity pay, merit pay, deferred compensation, flexible benefit plans, 401K/457 retirement plans, direct deposit, staggered work hours, Employee Assistance Program and a Return-to-Work Program. For new employees or rehires, health insurance is available on the 1st of the following month after a 60-day waiting period.

MILITARY EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE:

If you choose to claim military employment preference as outlined by the State of Texas, you must attach the required documentation referenced below at the time your application is submitted. If you have questions regarding this requirement, please visit our Military Employment Reference page at https://tpwd.texas.gov/jobs/veterans/.

Required forms that will need to be attached with application for Military Employment Preference:

Veteran- DD214 showing honorable discharge or Statement of Service (only for transitioning service members who have not reached their date of separation).

Surviving spouse of a veteran who has not remarried- Marriage Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation.

Orphan of a veteran killed while on active duty- Birth Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation.

Spouse of a member of the US Armed Forces/Texas National Guard serving on Active Duty- Marriage Certificate and copy of spouses active-duty military orders.

Spouse of a veteran with disability and is the primary income for household- Marriage Certificate, Veterans DD214, and VA Benefits Summary Letter showing disability rating.

Documentation must be attached to the application before military preference can be granted.

More information on military occupational specialty codes can be found below:

https://www.onetonline.org/crosswalk/MOC/

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MilitaryCrosswalkGuide.pdf

TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree.

Experience:

Planner II:

One year of professional experience in landscape planning or design, outdoor recreation planning, historical facility planning, land use or environmental resource planning, or commercial, residential or city planning.

Planner III:

Two years of professional experience in landscape planning or design, outdoor recreation planning, historical facility planning, land use or environmental resource planning, or commercial, residential or city planning;

Two years of professional experience in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) or computer aided drafting (CAD) or closely related systems, or Adobe Graphic Design software