Job Abstract

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.

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MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY CODES:

*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 complete the Military Employment Preference Survey and attach this form and required documentation referenced on this form 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:

1. Veteran- DD214 showing honorable discharge.
2. Surviving spouse of a veteran who has not remarried- Marriage Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation.
3. Orphan of a veteran killed while on active duty- Birth Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation.
4. 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.
5. 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.

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, telework, staggered work hours, Employee Assistance Program and a Return to Work Program. For new employees or rehires, health insurance is available the 1st of the following month after a 60-day waiting period. Click HERE to view our Benefits page.

HIRING CONTACT: Jason Castle, (979) 553-5101 extension 0

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Brazos Bend State Park, 21901 FM 762, Needville, TX 77461

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Join a high achieving team at a superlative natural park in the shadow of the fourth largest city in the United States with a mission focused agency.

Under the direction of the Assistant Park Superintendent, this position performs highly complex (senior-level) inventory and/or retail sales work and assists with the operations of the park concessions of the Park Store Brazos Bend State Park.

This position has full responsibilityfor the following duties (including guidance of others performing duties):

• Maintains, stocks, and issues materials, equipment, supplies, merchandise and other inventory.
• Maintains accounting records of purchases, assigns inventory numbers to items, and monitors inventory and stock control records following loss prevention and agency guidelines.
• Prepares estimates of supply and merchandise needs and prepares requests for replenishing supplies and merchandise.
• Prepares purchase requests or orders and maintains files and supporting documentation.
• Fills orders by packaging, mailing, or delivering items.
• Determines the necessary mark-up of merchandise and ensures merchandise is correctly priced and displayed.
• Negotiates with vendors to secure competitive pricing for merchandise and other stock.
• Develops inventory control program guidelines and policies, reconciles inventory records with asset accounting records, and resolve inventory-reporting discrepancies.

This position assists with the following duties (including guidance of others performing duties):

• Conducts inventory of stock or merchandise and reviews inventory control records and reports.
• Loads and unloads stock and merchandise.
• Records sales and collects cash, receipts, and/or coupons according to established guidelines and fiscal control procedures for retail environments.
• Disposes of surplus property or spoiled products and arranges/rotates merchandise.
• Prices and identifies merchandise according to agency policies and procedures, stocks shelves and store merchandise as required, and assists customers in finding products and making selections.
• Verifies the receipt of inventory or retail merchandise shipments.

Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Performs additional duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Graduation from High School or GED.

Experience:

Three years of experience in retail sales operations.

Experience as a team leader or supervisor

Note: Experience may have occurred concurrently.

Licensure:

Must possess or be able to obtain, within thirty days of employment, a valid State driver’s license.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience:

Three years experience in retail sales;

Experience supervising employees and/or volunteers;

Experience using computer-based Point of Sale retail management software with perpetual inventory components.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of general office procedures;

Knowledge of retail sales practices and procedures, including ordering, receiving, inventory control, merchandise display and record keeping;

Knowledge of accounting/accountability of revenue collection;

Skill in using MS Work, Excel, and Outlook;

Skill in effective verbal and written communication;

Skill in using standard office equipment;

Skill in establishing and maintaining effective work relationships with co-workers and work-related contacts;

Skill in planning, assigning and/or supervising the work of others;

Skill in providing quality customer service in a courteous and professional manner;

Skill in being organized;

Skill in training others;

Ability to accurately handle cash and account for revenue collected;

Ability to work as a member of a team;

Ability to prepare and maintain detailed records, files and reports;

Ability to work under stressful conditions;

Ability to handle emergencies, complaints, stressful situations and large groups of people;

Ability to conduct promotional and marketing activities for the park and the store;

Ability to maintain flexibility and work with frequent interruptions and multiple changing priorities;

Ability to perform manual labor including, lifting supplies and materials up to 50 lbs.;

Ability to conduct work activities in accordance with TPWD safety program.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Required to work in a public park with overnight camping and day use;

Required to work 40 hours per week, includes various schedules with hours other than 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, and days off other than Saturday, Sunday and Holidays;

Required to perform manual labor including, lifting supplies and materials up to 50 lbs.;

Required to operate a State vehicle;

Required to travel 5% 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