TPWD - Intern Clerk I - II - III State Parks Facilities Management Intern- Austin

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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.
PLEASE NOTE: All applications must contain complete job histories, which includes job title, dates of employment (month/year) and hours worked per week, name of employer, supervisor's name and phone number and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application will be considered incomplete. Applications with See attached or See resume will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification; you may state 'unknown' for any incomplete fields.
TRANSCRIPT REQUIREMENT: A copy of a current college transcript, issued from the registrar, must be attached to the application at time of submission. Omission of a transcript will be the basis for disqualification.
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PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: TPWD State Parks Headquarters, 4200 Smith School Road, Austin Texas 78744
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. (TPWD) strives to enhance opportunities that are reflective of an organization that is inclusive, one that fosters an open and supportive environment and draws from a variety of perspectives and experiences to further the mission and better serve the diverse population of Texas and our visitors. The State Parks Division is looking to engage a variety of students to fill intern opportunities throughout the state that embraces and encourages diversity and provides a multi-faceted learning and working environment.
Under the direction of the Minor Repair Program Manager, this internship is an opportunity designed for students to obtain relevant work experience to be competitive for future positions in park programs, such as: historic sites and structures, field archeology, curatorial GIS, interpretation/education, outreach, natural or cultural resource management, law enforcement, business development, marketing/promotions, budget management, human resources/volunteer management, training program, project management, administration etc. Responsible for completing a few key projects within the Headquarters Facilities Management Group. These projects include, but are not limited to, developing environmental permit renewal packages, developing strategies and processes for facility inspections and best management practices, supporting field work related to park operations, safety programs, and maintenance and construction projects. Work activities will include the development of process improvement initiatives that might include SharePoint site development, Excel macro programming and general process development. Emergency Management, Safety, Property Management, Facility Maintenance, Facility Management and Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). Duties may include: TCEQ Permit renewals. Ensures compliance with State and Federal laws and regulations, and agency policies and procedures. Performs additional duties as assigned. Complies with all Agency, Division, and Branch rules, regulations, and procedures.
NOTE: As students, paid work experience reflected on your application may be limited. Therefore, applicants are encouraged to include an addendum to their intern application that addresses any additional educational, volunteer, civic/community engagement or life experiences that addresses the knowledge, skills and abilities reflected on this intern opportunity.
Qualifications:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Current enrollment as an undergraduate or graduate student in an accredited college or university or recent graduate within the last 6 months;
Minimum of 18 completed semester credit hours from an accredited college or university at time of application;
Must have an overall grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 grade point scale or Pass on a Pass/Fail system.
Experience:
None Required.
Licensure:
Must possess or be able to obtain, within 30 days of employment, a class C Texas driver's license.
NOTE: Retention of internship contingent upon maintaining required license.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of relevant State Park program fundamentals as it relates to program specific intern opportunities such as: natural or cultural resources; budget or financial; business, marketing and promotions; human resources and volunteers; interpretation, education, outreach; law enforcement; historical sites and programs; archeology; curatorial; web administration; or database development;
Knowledge of State Park operations;
Knowledge of natural and cultural resource management fundamentals; Knowledge of financial and business practices;
Knowledge of human resources practices and procedures;
Knowledge of park related maintenance practices;
Skill in effective verbal and written communication;
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with peers or leaders while working on projects or assignments;
Skill in managing several projects simultaneously;
Skill in using MS Word, Excel and Outlook;
Skill in working as a member of a team;
Skill in exercising leadership qualities;
Skill in with civic or community engagement;
Skill in meeting deadlines;
Skill in providing quality customer service in a courteous and professional manner;
Ability to prepare reports;
Ability to maintain flexibility and work with frequent interruptions and multiple changing priorities;
Ability to communicate effectively with the public utilizing written oral and visual means;
Ability to maintain confidentiality;
Ability to conduct work activities in accordance with TPWD safety program.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Internship duration is approximately 400 hours, not to exceed August 31, 2022;
Work week schedule to be mutually determined by supervisor and intern;
May be required to work holidays and weekends, depending on intern assignment;
May be required to travel 25% with possible overnight stays;
Must conform to TPWD dress and grooming standards, work rules and safety procedures;
Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.
TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Closing Date:
Mar 31, 2022, 11:59:00 PM
Job Address
Austin
Texas
United States
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TEXAS PARKS AND WILDLIFE
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Providing outdoor recreational opportunities, managing and protecting fish and wildlife habitat, and managing parklands and historic areas
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Our skilled workforce operates within 13 divisions at 200 locations across Texas.
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.
Philosophy
In fulfilling our mission, we will: Be a recognized national leader in implementing effective natural resources conservation and outdoor recreational programs; Serve the state of Texas, its citizens, and our employees with the highest standards of service, professionalism, fairness, courtesy, and respect; Rely on the best available science to guide our conservation decisions; Responsibly manage agency finances and appropriations to ensure the most efficient and effective use of tax-payer and user fee resources; Attract and retain the best, brightest, and most talented workforce to successfully execute our mission.
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