TPWD - Training and Development Assistant (Texas Outdoor Family (TOF) Assistant Instructor - Central Texas)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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Education :

Graduation from High School or GED.

Experience :

Six months of experience conducting instructional or educational programs.

Licensure :

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

NOTE :

Retention of position contingent upon obtaining and maintaining required license.

ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS

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Experience :

Six Months non-paid outdoor recreation or education experience obtained from training, education and volunteering may substitute for the required experience. Dates and hours per week must be reflected on application to award appropriate experience. Certificates of completion may be required to verify experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

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Education :

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in one of the following areas: Park Administration, Recreation & Parks, Wildlife/Fisheries Science, Natural and/or Cultural Resource Conservation, Geography, Forestry, Biology, Anthropology/Archeology, Sociology, or closely related field.

Experience :

Experience in outdoor education instruction in activities such as camping, fishing, hiking, or related activities. Functional Park operations or camp experience. Experience with interpretation or outdoor education to large groups. Experience in training others. Experience maintaining recreation equipment such as tents, kayaks, and bikes. Experience in customer service. Experience in public speaking.

Licensure :

Certified Interpretive Guide (CIG) issued by the National Association of Interpretation (NAI). Leave No Trace Instructor. Project Wild Instructor. American Canoe Association (ACA) Instructor. Wilderness First Aid or Responder. CPR/First Aid/AED.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

: Knowledge of outdoor camping ethics and sustainable recreation in public spaces. Knowledge of outdoor education and interpretive principles. Knowledge of camping equipment maintenance. Knowledge of safety outdoors. Skill in using MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, Teams, Social Media, and video editing and conferencing equipment. Skill in effective verbal and written communication. Skilled in preparing and delivering creative state park recreation or interpretive programs for both adults and children. Skill in coordinating and evaluating volunteers. Skill in providing quality customer service in a courteous and professional manner. Skill in effective interaction with staff at all levels of the department and other state agencies and organizations. Skill in the management of details regarding event planning, camping, and training equipment. Skill in managing groups and group safety in outdoor settings. Skill in instructing others. Ability to prepare and complete correspondence, reports, presentations, and special assignments. Ability to create virtual video content. Ability to post and review social media content. Ability to maintain flexibility and work with frequent interruptions and multiple changing priorities. Ability to work independently with little or no supervision. Ability to work as a member of a team. Ability in conducting marketing and outreach efforts to promote outdoor education programs. Ability to work in adverse weather conditions. Ability to work and communicate with audiences in a professional and courteous manner. Ability to prepare and deliver creative educational/interpretive programs for both adults and children. Ability to provide quality customer service in a courteous and professional manner. Ability to perform manual labor including the ability to lift supplies and materials up to 50 lbs. Ability to conduct work activity in accordance with TPWD safety program.

WORKING CONDITIONS

: Required to work in a public park with overnight camping and day use. Required to work 30 hours per week, includes various schedules with hours other than 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and days off other than Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays. Required to work a minimum of 30 hours for 12 weekends (Friday-Sunday). For shifts exceeding 24 hours such as weekend camping workshops, all time will be paid except for meal breaks and sleep periods, excluding work-related interruptions. Required to travel up to 85% with overnight stays in tents at a state park. Must conform to TPWD dress and grooming standards, work rules and safety standards. Required to perform work outdoors, occasionally in adverse weather conditions. Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.

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