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.

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

PLEASE NOTE

All applications must contain complete job histories in the WORK HISTORY SECTION to include:

• Job Title

• Dates of employment (month/year)

• Name of Employer, Name of Supervisor Description of duties performed

• Volunteer experience credit is counted toward any experience requirement.Please list those experiences to receive credit towards meeting the minimum requirements.

• Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification; you may state ‘unknown’ for any incomplete fields.

• College Transcripts are required at the time of interview (unless otherwise noted on the posting) if education is used to meet the minimum requirements of the job posting. A copy of a college transcript(s) issued from the registrar must be provided if you are selected for an interview.

• Applications with “See attached" or "See resume" will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

• Resumes are encouraged as attachments but will not be used to determine eligibility

• Work In Texas (WIT) Applications WIT applicants are required to complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting. To complete the supplemental questions, login to CAPPS Recruit

IF THIS INFORMATION IS NOT SUBMITTED, YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE CONSIDERED INCOMPLETE.

MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY CODES:

Job Classification

Service

Military Specialty

Natural Resources Specialist I-V

Army

92W

Natural Resources Specialist I-V

Navy

AG, 180X, 680X

Natural Resources Specialist I-V

Coast Guard

MST, MSSR, OAR15

Natural Resources Specialist I-V

Marine Corps

6842, 6862, 6802, 8831.

Natural Resources Specialist I-V

Air Force

1W0X1, 9S100, 15WX

Natural Resources Specialist I-V

Space Force

No Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.

*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 attach the required documentation referenced below 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:

• Veteran- DD214 showing honorable discharge or Statement of Service (only for transitioning service members who have not reached their date of separation).

• Surviving spouse of a veteran who has not remarried- Marriage Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation.

• Orphan of a veteran killed while on active duty- Birth Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation.

• 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.

• 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

HIRING CONTACT: Brandon Childers, (903) 705-2697, Email: Brandon.Childers@tpwd.texas.gov

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: 11942-A FM 848 Suite 200 Tyler, TX 75707

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

This position is responsible for planning and implementing natural resource stewardship activities within East Texas State Parks.

Under the direction of the Regional Natural Resources Coordinator, this position is responsible for assisting with implementing strategies and procedures to protect, restore and/or manage natural resources on Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) State Parks within the Region.Responsible for planning, preparing, reviewing and implementing natural resources conservation activities for assigned state parklands.Duties include, but not limited to: written management plan preparation; GIS support for region’s parks and the Natural Resources Program;inventory, monitoring, and protection of sensitive natural resources; and restoration and management of natural habitats.Assists in developing, updating, and implementing natural resource, fire, and other management plans for state parklands within assigned region.Participates in preparation of burn units and implementation of prescribed fire actions.Assists in or conducts reviews for TPWD infrastructure and operational developments and repairs, as well as proposed third party developments affecting assigned state parklands.Assures compliance with TPWD code and policies, Natural Resources Program guidelines, State and Federal Endangered Species laws, and other federal and state environmental regulations.Provides technical assistance, training and staff support to regional or park staff.Performs additional duties as assigned.Complies with all Agency, Division and Branch rules, regulations and procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Wildlife Science, Conservation Science, Ecology, Environmental Science or closely related field.

Experience:

NRS II:

Two years field experience in Natural Resources Management, Conservation Science or closely related field.

NRS III:

Four years field experience in Natural Resources Management, Conservation Science or closely related field.

Licensure:

Must possess or be able to obtain, within 30 days of employment, a valid state driver’s license;

Must possess or be able to obtain, within one year of employment, a Non-Commercial Political Pesticide Applicators license issued by the Texas Department of Agriculture to include the Aquatic Application certification;

Must possess or be able to obtain, within one year of employment, the National Wildfire Coordinator Group’s (NWCG) Fire Fighter Type II certification;

NOTE:Retention of position contingent upon obtaining and maintaining required licenses and certifications.

Physical Requirement:

Must be able to pass, within one year of employment, the FFTII moderate duty physical fitness standard (walk 2 miles with 25 lb. pack in 30 minutes or less).

NOTE: Retention of position contingent upon meeting and maintaining physical requirements.

ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS:

Experience:

NRS II-III:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master’s degree in Conservation Science, Wildlife Science, Ecological Science or closely related field may substitute for one year of the required experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

NRS II-III:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with Master’s degree in Conservation Science, Wildlife Science, Ecological Science or closely related field.

Experience:

NRS II:

Experience implementing conservation and resource management projects.

NRS III:Experience of NRS II, plus:

Experience developing and leading implementation of resource management plans.

Licensure:

NRS II-III:

Current National Wildfire Coordinator Group’s Fire Fighter Type II certification;

Current Non-Commercial Political Pesticide Applicators license to include Aquatic Application certification issued by the Texas Department of Agriculture.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

NRS II-III:

Knowledge of ecosystem-based natural resource management and restoration techniques;

Basic knowledge of the wildlife, plants, ecology, natural history, and habitats associated with the State Parks in Region 5 (northcentral Texas and the panhandle regions);

Knowledge of wildlife and habitat inventory and monitoring techniques for the ecological region;

Knowledge of federal, state and local environmental regulations;

NRS II:

Skill in effective verbal and written communication;

Skill in conducting biological surveys and collecting scientific data;

Skill in technical report writing;

Skill in using MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Outlook;

Skill in using GPS field mapping systems and GIS applications;

Skill in effective interactions with staff at all levels of the department and other state agencies and organizations;

Skill in implementing habitat management and restoration techniques;

NRS III:Skill of NRS II, plus:

Skill in collecting and analyzing scientific data;

Skill in developing comprehensive natural resource management plans;

Skill in supervising projects, as assigned;

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

Skill in communicating with the general public or agency staff on a broad range of fish, wildlife and habitat issues;

Skill in coordinating with the public, universities, department personnel, and other government agencies;

Skill in research planning and design;

Skill in training others;

Skill in identifying and developing potential solutions to resource-related issues;

NRS II:

Ability to work under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment;

Ability to work as a member of a team;

Ability to supervise projects, as assigned;

Ability to coordinate feral, exotic, and nuisance animal control in accordance with TPWD Policy;

Ability to oversee the control of invasive and exotic plant species via chemical or mechanical methods;

Ability to deal effectively with the public, local partners, and non-governmental and governmental organizations;

Ability to train others;

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;

NRS III:Ability of NRS II, plus:

Ability to work under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment;

Ability to perform complex natural resource stewardship work;

Ability to manage multiple, changing priorities in a complex and dynamic environment.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Required to work from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday;

Required to work on holidays, weekends and hours other than 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. as necessary;

Required to work overtime as necessary;

Required to perform work outdoors, occasionally in adverse weather and/or difficult environmental conditions;

Must conform to TPWD dress and grooming standards, work rules and safety procedures;

Required to travel 30% with possible overnight stays;

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

Required to operate a State vehicle;

Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.

TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER