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The City of Houston NATURAL RESOURCES SUPERINTENDENT (GS) in Houston, Texas
NATURAL RESOURCES SUPERINTENDENT (GS)
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NATURAL RESOURCES SUPERINTENDENT (GS)
Salary
$30.26 - $59.61 Hourly
Location
Various
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
34939
Department
Parks and Recreation
Division
Greenspace
Opening Date
09/06/2024
Closing Date
9/20/2024 11:59 PM Central
Description
Benefits
Questions
POSITION OVERVIEW
Applications Accepted from: All Persons Interested
Division/Section: Greenspace Operations/Various
Workdays & Hours: M- F, 6:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.*
*Subject to change
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The Houston Parks and Recreation Department is dedicated to building a sustainable community and enhance the quality of urban life by providing safe well-maintained parks and offering affordable programming for our community. To achieve this mission, HPARD is seeking a Natural ResourcesSuperintendent to join its Greenspace Operations team. The potential candidate will play a key role in the following duties:
Conducts project management of habitat restoration projects, including identifying project sites, creating project goals and timelines, and overseeing budgets.
Administers grants in cooperation with funding entities and manages implementation in natural areas.
Writes applications for and administers conservation-related grants.
Maintains inventory and catalog with GIS features of all natural features under HPARD’s jurisdiction (lakes, ponds, undeveloped park land, wildlife species, etc.).
Oversees implementation of the City of Houston’s Natural Areas Ordinance.
Creates management plans and habitat assessments for the implementation of the Nature Preserve Ordinance.
Manages Natural Resources and native horticulture staff, ensuring coordination between habitat restoration projects and plant propagation operations.
Manages, hires, trains, and evaluates performance of personnel.
Oversees environmental research projects and data collection.
Will be required to be on-call on a rotational basis throughout the calendar year, and report to work as required during all significant weather events or random incidents.
Prepares periodic employee performance evaluations, reviews contents with the employee.
Administers departmental policy and procedures relative to operational and personnel activities.
May perform other duties as assigned.
WORKING CONDITIONS
This position occasionally requires stooping or bending and light lifting (up to 20 pounds) may be required. There are occasional minor discomforts from exposure to less-than-optimal temperature and air conditions.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Field Biology, Wildlife Biology, Environmental Science, Ecology, Natural Science, or a related field.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Four (4) years of experience in land management, habitat restoration, ecological research, or a related field are required, with at least two of the years in a supervisory capacity. Knowledge of GIS is required.
A Master's degree in a field closely related to the work being performed may be substituted for two years of the experience requirement.
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
Must have a valid driver's license and comply with the City of Houston's policy on driving (AP 2-2).
PREFERENCES
*Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6. *
GENERAL INFORMATION
SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED
The selection process will involve application review and/or interview.
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION Yes
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.
SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.
Pay Grade 24
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov .
To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-395.7091.
If you need special services or accommodations, call 832-395.7091. (TTY 7-1-1)
If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.
Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.
All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.
EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan.
Benefits include:
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Retirement pension
• 457 deferred compensation plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation each year
• 11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
• Flexible schedules
• Professional development opportunities
• Transportation/parking plan
• Section 125 pretax deductions
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html
01
Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions?
Yes
No
02
What is the highest level of education you have completed?
Less than a High School diploma/GED
High School diploma/GED
Associate's degree
Bachelor's degree
Master's degree or higher
03
Are you willing and able to work the following shifts? (Check all that apply).
Weekends
Holidays
Evenings
None of the above
04
Do you have a valid/current Texas driver's license?
Yes
No
05
How many years of supervisory experience do you have?
2 years but less than 3 years
3 years but less than 5 years
6 years but less than 9 years
10 years or more
I have no years of experience in a supervisory capacity
06
How many years of professional and/or skilled experience do you have performing land management, habitat restoration, ecological research as well as GIS knowledge?
2 years but less than 4 years
4 years but less than 6 years
6 years but less than 8 years
9 years or more experience
None of the above
Required Question