Texas Parks and Wildlife Department · 17 hours ago
TPWD - Intern I - II - III (SP Accessibility Intern - Austin)
DW-TPWD Headquarters4200 Smith School Road
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$15.44/hr - $15.44/hrTexas Parks and Wildlife Department is dedicated to managing and conserving Texas's natural and cultural resources. The SP Accessibility Intern will assist the State Parks Accessibility Specialist with daily operations, inspections, and the development of accessible programs to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Assisting with day-to-day operations of the Facility Management program
Conducting safety inspections and facilities inspections under the ADA
Creating ADA and accessibility training materials for the field
Reviews and updates ADA Assessments for each site
Performs additional duties as assigned. Complies with Agency, Division and Department rules, regulations, and procedures
Qualification
Required
Current enrollment as an undergraduate or graduate student in an accredited college or university or recent graduate with a bachelor's degree or higher within the last 6 months
Minimum of 18 completed semester credit hours from an accredited college or university at time of application
Must have an overall grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 grade point scale or 'Pass' on a Pass/Fail system
Must possess a valid state driver's license
Knowledge of Texas State Parks
Skill in effective verbal and written communication
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with peers or leaders while working on projects or assignments
Skill in managing several projects simultaneously
Skill in using MS Word, Excel and Outlook
Skill in exercising leadership qualities
Skill in civic or community engagement
Skill in meeting deadlines
Ability to work as a member of a team
Ability to prepare reports
Ability to maintain flexibility and work with frequent interruptions and multiple changing priorities
Ability to communicate effectively with the public utilizing written, oral and visual means
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to conduct work activities in accordance with TPWD safety program
Benefits
Generous paid time off
Group insurance
Retirement and pension
Frequent training and staff development opportunities
Longevity pay
Merit pay
Deferred compensation
Flexible benefit plans
401K/457 retirement plans
Direct deposit
Staggered work hours
Employee Assistance Program
Return-to-Work Program
Health insurance is available on the 1st of the following month after a 60-day waiting period
Company
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
The mission of Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is 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.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Craig Bonds
Chief Operating Officer
Cornell Richardson MBA, ASP
Chief Safety Officer
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