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• $10,010.00 Per Month TPWD
• Planner II
• III (Park Planner
• Statewide)

TEXAS PARKS & WILDLIFE

Occupation:

Management Analysts

Location:

Austin, TX

• 78744

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Day Shift

Posted:

08/21/2026 Positions available: 1

Source:

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Updated:

08/21/2026

Expires:

09/04/2026

Agency Job ID:

103355 Job #: 17059187 Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite Full Time Schedule Full Time Job Type Regular Duration Permanent Employment Shift Day Shift Help for . Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting on the CAPPS Careers page.

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//erphcmprd.cpa.texas.gov/psp/candidateportal/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=103355&PostingSeq=1 TPWD MISSIONTo 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.

HIRING CONTACT

Justin Fleury, (512) 389-4367,

Email:

justin.fleury@tpwd.texas.gov

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.

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 or closely related system.

NOTE:

Experience may have occurred concurrently.

Licensure:

Must possess or be able to obtain, within 30 days of employment, a valid class "C" state driver's license.

NOTE:

Retention of position contingent upon obtaining and maintaining required license.

ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS

Education:

One additional year of the required experience in landscape planning or design, outdoor recreation planning, historical facility planning, land use or environmental resource planning, or commercial, residential or city planning may substitute for 30 hours of the required education with a maximum substitution of 120 semester hours.

Experience:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in Planning, Landscape Architecture, Architecture, Geography, Regional Planning, Urban Design or closely related field, may substitute for one year of the required experience in landscape planning or design, outdoor recreation planning, historical facility planning, land use or environmental resource planning, or commercial, residential or city planning.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Planning, Landscape Architecture, Architecture, Geography, Regional Planning, Environmental Design or Urban Design.

Experience:

Planner II:

One year of professional experience in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) or computer aided drafting (CAD) or closely related systems, or Graphic Design software;

Planner III:

Three years of professional landscape planning or design, outdoor recreation planning, historical facility planning, land use or environmental resource planning, or commercial, residential or city planning;Three years of professional experience in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) or computer aided drafting (CAD) or closely related systems, or Graphic Design Software.

NOTE:

Experience may have occurred concurrently.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Planner II:

Knowledge of landscape architectural and engineering design practices related to outdoor recreation facility development;Knowledge of public use and maintenance standards for outdoor recreation facilities; Knowledge of digital cartography, GIS landscape analysis, and computer aided drafting (CAD);Knowledge of principles, objectives, and procedures of planning, programming, and research for a governmental agency;

Planner III:

Knowledge of Planner II;

PLUS:

Knowledge of federal and state laws, regulations and policies as they relate to facility development and park operations, including the American with Disabilities Act (ADA);Knowledge of federal and state laws, regulations and polices related to natural, cultural and historic resources, and their impact on park planning efforts;Knowledge of governmental organizations, outdoor recreation programs, and statewide environmental issues;

Planner II:

Skill in using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint);Skill in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop);Skill in using ArcGIS by ESRI (or similar software);Skill in using AutoCAD by Autodesk or equivalent computer drafting software;Skill in effective verbal and written communication;

Planner III:

Skills of Planner II;

PLUS:

Skill in weighing the relative costs and benefits of a potential action;Skill organizing and leading multiple projects with numerous stakeholders;Skill in making independent, sound, and timely decisions;Skill in writing and preparing concise reports and documents;

Planner II:

Ability to provide planning services for facility development and/