Job Description 

TPWD - Program Specialist V (Regional Interpretive Specialist) (00056009) 

Organization: PARKS AND WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT 

Primary Location: Texas-Fort Davis 

Work Locations: 

SP-RO-R1-Fort Davis 

TX Hwy 118N Park Road 3 PO Box 1079

 Fort Davis 79734

Job: Office and Administrative Support 

Employee Status: Regular 

Schedule: Full-time Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00 

Travel: Yes, 50 % of the Time 

State Job Code: 1574  

Salary Admin Plan: B 

Grade: 21  

Salary (Pay Basis): 6,689.13 - 6,689.13 (Monthly) 

Number of Openings: 1 

Overtime Status: Exempt 

Job Posting: Mar 3, 2026, 1:00:36 PM 

Closing Date: Mar 24, 2026, 11:59:00 PM 

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.
 
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. Click HERE to view our Benefits page.

PLEASE NOTE: 

All applications must contain complete job histories in the WORK HISTORY SECTION to include

• Job Title
• Dates of employment (month/year)
• Name of Employer, Name of Supervisor Description of duties performed
• Volunteer experience credit is counted toward any experience requirement.  Please list those experiences to receive credit towards meeting the minimum requirements. 
• Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification; you may state ‘unknown’ for any incomplete fields.
• College Transcripts are required at the time of interview (unless otherwise noted on the posting) if education is used to meet the minimum requirements of the job posting. A copy of a college transcript(s) issued from the registrar must be provided if you are selected for an interview. 
• Applications with “See attached" or "See resume" will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
• Resumes are encouraged as attachments but will not be used to determine eligibility
• Work In Texas (WIT) Applications: WIT applicants are required to complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting. To complete the supplemental questions, login to CAPPS Recruit.

IF THIS INFORMATION IS NOT SUBMITTED, YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE CONSIDERED INCOMPLETE.

MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY CODES:

Job Classification

Service

Military Specialty

Program Specialist I-VII

Army

No Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.

Program Specialist I-VII

Navy

OS, YN,  YNS, 611X, 612X, 641X, 712X

Program Specialist I-VII

Coast Guard

OS, YN, OSS, PERS

Program Specialist I-VII

Marine Corps

No Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.

Program Specialist I-VII

Air Force

8U000, 16GX, 60C0, 63G0, 86M0, 86P0, 88A0, 88B0

Program Specialist I-VII

Space Force

No Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.

*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

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.

HIRING CONTACT: Katie Raney, (512) 308-8891, Katie.Raney@tpwd.texas.gov

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Texas State Parks Region 1 Headquarters, Highway 118 N, Park Road 3, Fort Davis, TX 79734

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Under the supervision of the Field Interpretation Coordinator, this position is responsible for advanced (senior-level) consultative services and technical assistance work including performing complex work in the field of natural or and cultural resource interpretation for nineteen west Texas State Parks.  Responsible for facilitating and implementing interpretive and educational functions.  Develops and implements programs and training modules based on the assessed needs of each park.  Creates content for brochures, signs, exhibits, and other media for interpretive programming.  Resolves issues and develops proactive solutions to improve interpretive programs and media.  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.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree or higher in Park Administration, Wildlife Management, History, Geology, Museum studies, Anthropology, Education, or closely related field.

Experience:

Four years experience in natural and/or cultural resource interpretation.

Licensure:       

Applicant must possess a valid class "C" Texas driver's license.

NOTE:  Retention of position contingent upon obtaining and maintaining required license.

ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS

Experience:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in Park Administration, Wildlife Management, History, Geology, Museum studies, Anthropology, Education, or closely related field, may substitute for one year of the required experience in natural and/or cultural resource interpretation;

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Ph.D. in Park Administration, Wildlife Management, History, Geology, Museum studies, Anthropology, Education, or closely related field, may substitute for two years of the required experience in natural and/or cultural resource interpretation.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

Experience:

• Six years experience in the field of natural and/or cultural resource interpretation;
• Two years of experience in interpretive writing;
• Two years of experience in outdoor settings, such as parks, nature centers, or camps.

Licensure:       

• Current National Association for Interpretation Certificate for Interpretive Guiding Trainer certification.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of natural and cultural resource principles and interpretation;
• Knowledge of natural and cultural resource outdoor recreation issues;
• Knowledge of outdoor settings such as parks, refuges, nature centers, camps or similar;
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws related to the program area;
• Knowledge of public administration and management techniques;
• Knowledge of statistical analysis processes;
• Knowledge of budget processes;
• Knowledge of research techniques;
• Knowledge of instructional methods and training techniques including curriculum design principles, adult learning theory, and group and individual teaching techniques;
• Knowledge of training and marketing techniques;
• Knowledge of program management processes and techniques;
• Skill in using MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook;
• Skill in effective verbal and written communication;
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective work relationships with co-workers and work-related contacts;
• Skill in resource/recreation based interpretive and educational programs;
• Skill in training others;
• Skill in planning and facilitating meetings and events;
• Skill in project management;
• Skill in influencing others;
• Skill in leading teams in problem solving processes;
• Skill in interpretive writing;
• Skill in identifying measures or indicators of program performance
• Skill in the use of a computer and applicable software;
• Ability to plan, develop, and implement interpretive programs and exhibits;
• Ability to evaluate interpretive programs and give meaningful feedback;
• Ability to assist with hiring, training, and evaluating park interpreters;
• Ability to work independently with little or no supervision;
• Ability to gather, assemble, correlate, and analyze facts;
• Ability to devise solutions to problems;
• Ability to market programs;
• Ability to prepare reports;
• Ability to develop, evaluate, and interpret policies and procedures;
• Ability to provide interpretive guidance to others
• Ability to serve as a lead worker providing direction to others;
• Ability to conduct work activities in accordance with TPWD safety program.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Required to work hours other than 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with days off other than Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays;
• Required to work overtime, as necessary;
• Required to operate a State vehicle;
• Required to travel 45% with possible overnight stays;
• Must conform to TPWD work rules, safety procedures, and dress and grooming standards;
• Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles. 

TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER