Top 34 Parks and recreation Jobs in Houston, Tx

Individual Placement- Natural Resource Management at Houston Parks and Recreation
Student Conservation Association, Inc —Houston, TX
- $850 a week
- Full-time
- Background check
- No experience needed
- Bachelor's degree
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DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC POLICY
Houston Parks Board —Houston, TX
- $120,000 - $145,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- Office
- Travel
- Senior level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Outdoor Program Coordinator - Burnett Bayland Park
Harris County —Houston, TX
- Weekends as needed
- Spanish
- CPR Certification
- Pass drug screening
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Conservation Technician
Houston Parks Board —Houston, TX
- $46,000 - $48,000 a year
- Office
- Driver's License
- 21 years or older
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Parks & Recreation Assistant Director
City of Deer Park, TX —Deer Park, TX
- $42.04 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- Microsoft Excel
- 5 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
2d
Caretaker
Harris County —Houston, TX
- Weekends as needed
- Pass drug screening
- High school diploma or GED
- Power tools
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Park Manager
Harris County —Houston, TX
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Pass drug screening
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Assistant Director of Parks, Recreation & Tourism
City of Baytown —Baytown, TX
- $92,435.20 - $120,161.60 a year
- Overtime
- Clean driving record
- 7 years
- Writing skills
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
13h
Park Services Supervisor
Memorial Park Conservancy —Houston, TX
- Weekends as needed
- 5 years
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Parks Maintenance Worker I
City of Sugar Land, TX —Sugar Land, TX
- $46,259.20 - $53,206.40 a year
- Overtime
- High school diploma or GED
- Driving
- Cleaning
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
TPWD - Park Ranger III (Lead Park Interpreter)
Texas Water Development Board —Houston, TX
- $4,886.29 a month
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Research
- Mid-level
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
5d
Individual Placement - National Estuary Program Grant Watershed
Student Conservation Association, Inc —Houston, TX
- $20 an hour
- High school diploma or GED
- Outdoor work
- Entry level
Park Foreman - George Bush Park Camp
Harris County —Houston, TX
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Spanish
- Clean driving record
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
8d
Park Ranger - Part Time
City of Baytown —Baytown, TX
- $15.76 - $18.91 an hour
- Overtime
- Spanish
- Clean driving record
- Maintenance
- Employee assistance program
12d
Part-Time Lake Friendswood Attendant (Laborer)
City of Friendswood —Friendswood, TX
- $17.17 - $21.71 an hour
- Part-time
- Carpentry
- Sanitation
- High school diploma or GED
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Event Coordinator - PT
City of Sugar Land, TX —Sugar Land, TX
- $15 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Management
- High school diploma or GED
- 2 years
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
General Volunteer - Parks & Recreation
City of Pearland, TX —Pearland, TX
- Entry level
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Right Of Way Technician
City of Missouri City, TX —Missouri City, TX
- $34,409 - $43,013 a year
- Weekends as needed
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Outdoor work
- Wellness program
- Health savings account
6d
Individual Placement- Urban Forestry Outreach
Student Conservation Association, Inc —Sugar Land, TX
- Full-time
- Spanish
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
External Affairs Manager
Houston Freedmen's Town Conservancy —Houston, TX
- $58,857.39 - $70,000.00 a year
- Email
- Background check
- Construction site
- Merchandising
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
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Individual Placement- Natural Resource Management at Houston Parks and Recreation

Student Conservation Association, Inc -
Houston, TX

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Job Details

Full-time
$850 a week

Qualifications

Safety protocol adherence
Outdoor work experience
Personal protective equipment (PPE) adherence
Safety hazards
Safety equipment

Full Job Description

Position Summary

The Natural Resources Division manages natural resources under the purview of the Houston Parks and Recreation Department. Our work consists of Forest management, prairie management and restoration, riparian management and creation, plant propagation, community volunteer plantings, and other various tasks.

Hosting Organization

City of Houston Parks and Rec Dept.

Location

Houston, TX

Schedule

October 5, 2026 - March 19, 2027

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Location: Houston Parks and Recreation Department
Division: Greenspace Management

GENERAL SUMMARY:
The member will assist Division staff with a variety of tasks that help manage natural resources under the Department. Work involves conservation, management, protection, preservation, and community outreach activities.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Members will assist Natural Resources Management Program staff with tasks that help manage natural resources under the Department. Work involves conservation, management, protection, preservation, and community outreach activities. Responsibilities include:

Conducting habitat restoration within City of Houston parks.
Working in the HPARD greenhouse to propagate plants for habitat restoration projects.
Conducting invasive species removal using chemical and mechanical methods.
Participates in community outreach events.
Maintains, calibrates, and operates technical equipment.
Participates in online and hands-on training.
Performs related work as assigned in a field team setting.

KNOWLEDGE & TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES:
This individual placement opportunity will provide:

Experience in environmental quality, natural resources, and botany.
Training in native plant propagation and habitat restoration techniques.
Hands-on training on chemical and mechanical removal methods.
Safety practices and techniques for habitat restoration field work and the operation of city parks.
Skills in the operation and maintenance of environmental equipment and in using computers and applicable software.
Experience in conducting site inspections, preparing reports, and communicating effectively.

Marginal Duties

Assisting in technical data collection, research, analysis, evaluations, inspections, or surveys.
Assists in field studies and in making technical evaluations.

Required Qualifications

No prior experience needed.

Preferred Qualifications

Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in environmental science, Biology, Ecology, Natural Resource Management, or a related field.

Local candidates are preferred.

General Physical Requirements

Able to understand, adhere to, and communicate with others regarding hazards, procedures, and safety policies.

Able to independently manage known medical conditions with the resources available throughout the position or program.

Able to wear all required personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, hard hats, gloves, N95 or other approved face mask or shield, and appropriate footwear. Able to refrain from behaviors and actions that disrupt the work and safety of others.

Able to cooperate with others to complete daily group tasks, responsibilities, and project work under potentially difficult conditions, variable daily routines, and with limited personal time.

Able to self-regulate or co-regulate emotions and actions when distressed or uncomfortable, with or without the support of others.

Able to self-manage outdoor and environmental exposure (e.g., temperature, wind, sun, etc.) in a variety of weather conditions.

Able to maintain adequate nutrition and hydration throughout program time.

If using prescription medications, able to self-administer medications by following the prescribed dosage, usage, and timing without supervisor assistance. If prescription medication is administered via injection, able to self-administer the injection.

Working Conditions

Work schedules and project assignments may change on short notice and may involve evolving priorities. The position requires the ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Work is performed primarily in outdoor natural environments and regionally significant locations, requiring respect for the land, natural resources, and local communities. Duties may be performed in a variety of weather conditions, including heavy rain, flash flooding, high winds, fog, reduced visibility, lightning, and poor air quality caused by wildfire smoke or smog. The position may also require working in extreme heat, with temperatures reaching 110°F or higher, as well as cold weather conditions with temperatures as low as -20°F, accompanied by wind, snow, and sleet. Outdoor work may involve exposure to natural hazards, including poison ivy, poison oak, poison sumac, disease-carrying ticks and mosquitoes, insects, snakes, bears, and other wildlife.

Hours

40 per week

Living Accommodations

Members are responsible for their own living accommodations.

Compensation

$850/week living allowance

$2,000 duty-related reimbursable expenses

All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes.

Personal Vehicle Information

Required

Additional Benefits

AmeriCorps: Not Eligible

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Student Conservation Association, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members and is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere where lifestyles may grow personally and professionally.

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Individual Placement- Natural Resource Management at Houston Parks and Recreation

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Individual Placement - National Estuary Program Grant Watershed

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