Program Manager - Texas Youth Hunting Program

Job Description

GENERAL POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Texas Wildlife Association (TWA) is seeking a Program Manager to oversee and expand the Texas Youth Hunting Program (TYHP). This individual will have strong leadership and managerial skills, will be highly organized, and a detail-oriented professional with a passion for hunting heritage, conservation, and youth education. The Program Manager will lead statewide efforts to grow TYHP, recruit and support volunteers, and strengthen partnerships across Texas. This position will be based in the New Braunfels office. This position requires frequent statewide travel (approx. 50%), especially during hunting season, but will be officed at TWA’s headquarters

TWA MISSION:

Serving Texas wildlife and its habitat, while protecting property rights, hunting heritage, and the conservation efforts of those who value and steward wildlife resources.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:

Manage and lead the Texas Youth Hunting Program staff and volunteers to ensure excellent programming is delivered. This may include but is not limited to:

• Hiring, onboarding and training staff

• Setting and evaluating annual program goals and evaluations

• Staff and volunteer development

• Expand the Texas Youth Hunting Program’s operations statewide, which includes recruiting landowners, volunteers, and hunters.

• Contacting and establishing relationships with hunting, conservation, and volunteer organizations to increase participation in the program.

• Coordinate efforts to evaluate state and partner R3 programming efforts.

• Assist with grant management and reporting in conjunction with the Director of Hunting Heritage.

• Ability to develop and manage an annual budget in conjunction with the Director of Hunting Heritage.

• Scheduling meetings and events to promote the Texas Youth Hunting Program.

• Work with partners to enhance diversity of hunt experience for participants.

• Organize media efforts to highlight cooperative work.

• Be the primary TWA organization representative for the Texas Youth Hunting Program at various events, (conventions, conferences, speaking engagements, etc.).

• Collaborate with statewide R3-focused partners to implement initiatives and goals through continued growth and outreach of both the Texas Youth Hunting Program and our Hunting Heritage programs.

• Provide annual report to TWA Board of Directors and TWAF Board of Trustees on efforts to implement duties.

• Ensure all TYHP hunts and events are following all TWA organizational policies regarding youth protection, firearm safety, and liability concerns, and oversee the program to ensure we are maintaining or insurance protocols and limiting risk.

• Collaborate with the Development division to track grant applications and reporting requirements.

• Collaborate with other TWA departments and programs and staff to ensure alignment and maximize organizational impact.

• Effectively utilize internal systems, databases, and software for program administration, volunteer management, reporting, and communication.

• Participate in the planning and execution of TWA’s Annual Convention, including coordination of TYHP-related activities and representation of the program to members, donors, and the public.

MINUMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree.

2. Experience: Three years of experience in outdoor program coordination or closely related field.

3. Eperience: 1-2 year of managerial experience of multiple staff and/or volunteers.

4. License: Must possess or be able to obtain the following: Texas class “C” vehicle operator’s

license, Texas Hunting License, Texas Hunter Ed Certification, TWA Huntmaster Certification.

5. Demonstrate: Ideal applicant will be able to demonstrate their proficiencies in the below

mentioned knowledge, skills and abilities section.

ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS:

1. Education: One additional year of experience in non-profit membership coordination, sales or

marketing may substitute for 30 hours of the required education, with a maximum substitution

of 120 semester hours.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Experience: Five+ years of leadership experience in R3 related program coordination to

include the planning and execution of mentored hunts for adult novice hunters.

2. Experience: Experience managing, evaluating, and growing outdoor educational programs.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of hunting, conservation, natural resource management.

• Knowledge of general business practices; ability to prepare and follow budgets.

• Knowledge of various social media platforms (Facebook and Instagram).

• Skill training, coordinating, and supporting volunteers.

• Skill in data management and analysis.

• Skill in fundraising, preferably in non-profit organizations.

• Skill in communication (written, verbal, interpersonal, public speaking).

• Skill in time management, organization, and prioritization.

• Ability to work cooperatively with volunteers, donors, and sponsors.

• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.

• Ability to meet deadlines and coordinate strong, visible programs.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

1. Full-time salaried position.

2. Variable working hours including frequent nights and weekends.

3. Frequent travel statewide.

4. Must furnish own vehicle for travel.

5. Must be willing to office in the New Braunfels Head Quarters or be willing to relocate.

ADDITONAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Resumes and list of references must be submitted and will be verified by TWA.

2. Must have professional, cooperative, and family-oriented office and public demeanor.

3. At will employment letter must be signed.

Full-time