Extra Help Front Desk Clerk
Devil's Den State Park
This position will be responsible for making cabin and camping reservations, operating a cash register, selling merchandise, completing cash reports and closeout sessions, and handling transactions and paperwork related to cabins and campsites. Additional duties include stocking shelves, greeting visitors, answering phones, providing information and assistance, maintaining records, preparing reports, and other duties as assigned. Excellent public relations skills are a must. Basic computer knowledge is a plus. A criminal background check is required.
Link:
https://arcareers.arkansas.gov/job/West-Fork-EXTRA-HELP-ASSISTANT-AR-72774/713621200/
Various Jobs and Internships with Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
A variety of job offerings are listed for our department including many, many internships. While I'm not the hiring supervisor for any of these positions, feel free to ask my questions about particular jobs or our agency in general. I'll share all I'll know.
Link:
https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/802/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en
Resource Ranger/Interpreter
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
Under the direction of the Assistant Park Superintendent, this position is responsible for monitoring, managing, and restoring the natural and cultural resources of Galveston Island State Park. Performs complex (journey-level) operations work in a state park. This positions also works closely with regional staff to assist at other parks throughout the region. Responsibilities include sustaining and supporting wildlife and plant communities and addressing problems associated with the management of natural resources at the park. Plans and carries out various assignments of natural resource management. which may include herbicide application in the park's prairie and wetland areas, shredding prairies, manual removal of trees, and controlling invasive species. Assists with conducting prescribed burns and is responsible for sensitive site management and feral animal control. Assists with the coordination of all natural and cultural resource clearances for projects and monitors cultural sites around the park. Assists with the development of comprehensive Natural and Cultural Resource Management Plans for the park. Assists with interpretative programming and large school groups, park promotion, marketing, volunteer recruitment, preparation of assigned reports, trains staff and volunteers, maintains adjacent landowner relationships and coordinates academia research permits. Performs routine park maintenance, issues permits, collects revenue, registers visitors, and provides information to park guests and visitors. Works under general 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.
Link:
https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/802/jobdetail.ftl?job=00013265&tz=GMT-06%3A00&tzname=America%2FChicago
Natural Resource Specialist - Exhibit Curator
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
As a biologist for Inland Fisheries, a member of Outreach and Education team, and the Curator for the exhibits team at the Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center (TFFC), and under the direction of the Program Supervisor, this position is responsible for both the long-term strategic and daily planning, coordinating, and operations of the exhibits, including aquaria and educational displays at TFFC. Scope of duties includes planning, organizing, recordkeeping, and coordinating animal husbandry and aquarium life support systems to ensure consistently high standards of animal care. Plans exhibit changes under the general direction of the manager with latitude for independent action. Organizes and conducts public education and outreach activities. Leads and directs activities of a team of permanent technicians, interns, and volunteers. Performs additional duties as assigned. Complies with all Agency, Division and Branch rules, regulations and procedures.
Link:
https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/802/jobdetail.ftl?job=00013357&tz=GMT-06%3A00&tzname=America%2FChicago
Park Superintendent (interpretation heavy site/on-site housing available)
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
Optional on-site State housing with a monthly housing deduction of $147.72. Housing rate is established by TPWD policy, calculated using federal guidelines, and may change according to market value.
Under the direction of the Regional Director, this position is responsible for the preservation, protection, administration, operation, and maintenance of Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park. Performs highly complex (senior-level) park management work. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: cultural and natural resource stewardship, financial management (including budget planning, preparation, and monitoring), revenue management, and human resources management to include recruitment and retention of a diverse workforce. Responsible for public safety programs, maintenance and repair of facilities, grounds, and equipment, customer service, public relations, marketing and promotion, interpretation and education, coordinating special events, engaging in community outreach that includes a diverse/underserved visitor base, volunteer development, and coordination of partnerships. Identifies, develops, and administers program budgets. Responsible for other assigned projects required by the Region and Austin headquarters office. Works under limited supervision, with considerable 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.
Link:
https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/802/jobdetail.ftl?job=00013190&tz=GMT-06%3A00&tzname=America%2FChicago
Park Interpreter II (Closes February 28)
Arkansas State Parks
The Park Interpreter II is responsible for the research, development, and presentation of programs designed to explain and establish the value of the natural, cultural, and historic resources within the park sites, for promoting the use of Arkansas State Parks, and for assisting in the development park master plans.
Link:
https://arcareers.arkansas.gov/job/Mountainburg-PARK-INTERPRETER-II-AR-72946/713480900/
Park Interpreter II (Closes February 28)
Arkansas State Parks
The Park Interpreter II is responsible for the research, development, and presentation of programs designed to explain and establish the value of the natural, cultural, and historic resources within the park sites, for promoting the use of Arkansas State Parks, and for assisting in the development of park master plans.
Link:
https://arcareers.arkansas.gov/job/Mountain-Pine-PARK-INTERPRETER-II-AR-71956/712805500/
Seasonal Park Interpreter
Arkansas State Parks
This season Arkansas State Parks will hire a limited number of seasonal park interpreters at various park locations, with duration lasting 3-6 months (varies by site). Duties will include limited formal programming, copious roving/informal, and virtual program development, as well as various park operations and resource management duties. These jobs are not posted yet - this job share on Whova is simply to plant the seed of awareness. Watch https://arcareers.arkansas.gov/ for a posting coming soon.
Link:
https://arcareers.arkansas.gov/
