TPWD - Staff Services Officer I (Wildlife Region 2)

Job Description

Job Description

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.

HIRING CONTACT: Robert Allcorn, 830-285-3755, robert.allcorn@tpwd.texas.gov

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Wildlife, Region 2, District 5, 309 Sidney Baker St S, Kerrville, TX 78028

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

This position will provide administrative support to staff across two wildlife districts equaling 36 counties. The position will be located at the TPWD office in Kerrville.

Under the direction of the District 5 District Leader, this position performs routine (journey-level) staff services work Duties involve several staff services functions such as human resources, accounting, budgeting, purchasing, training, payroll, records management, and/or property management. Provides assistance to several positions such as directors, supervisors/managers, and/or staff related to various staff services functions. Prepares, edits and distributes correspondence, reports, forms and documents. Works under moderate supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

% of Time
Essential Job Duties by Category
10%

Human Resource, Training and/or Payroll Duties:

In consultation with the Human Resources Division, prepares, edits, tracks, and distributes correspondence, reports, forms, projects, and documents. May coordinate and schedule training for agency employees. May coordinate and assist with developing job postings and screening applicants; and may interpret and answer policy and procedure questions on promotions, demotions, merit increases, transfers, and separation of employees. May process employee payroll changes, handle employee leave requests, and serve as leave coordinator. May assist with the preparation and maintenance of human resource activities which may include personnel files and Natural Resource Specialist (NRS-Biologist) and/or Fish and Wildlife Technician (FWT) promotion/progression through the career ladder. May process accident reports and other actions as needed. Handles meeting logistics plus mailing lists. May prepare and receive correspondence to/from local governments, state and federal agencies, consulting firms, and private citizens. May facilitate the routing of response letters and red/blue dot letters for the Executive Office.

40%

Purchasing, Accounting and/or Budgeting Duties:

May order merchandise, supplies, and equipment in accordance with state and agency requirements. May prepare and track all procurement requests in accordance with all state and agency requirements. May process purchase orders, coordinate and monitor expenditures, and maintain inventory. May assist with developing budgets. Makes procurement card purchases. Maintains accurate records and logs for purchases (including credit and procurement card and purchases) to comply with Purchasing and Auditor requirements. Advises and supports staff on proper interpretation and application of purchasing policies and regulations and the use of Procurement and Fuel Cards. Maintains assigned budget, expenditures, and tracks budget by accounting system, including Regular Operating Budget. Researches complex problems related to procurements and ensures that corrections are made in accordance with established procedures and on time. Assists other administrative support staff performing related duties.

30%

Travel, Records and/or Property Management Duties:

May coordinate and schedule travel for agency employees and serve as travel coordinator. May perform record retention work and coordinate with staff on disposal of records according to the agency retention schedule. May analyze internal processes and assist with recommending and implementing procedural or policy changes to improve operations. May maintain equipment, materials, and supplies. Assists with travel expense vouchers as needed. Enters data into various tracking databases to provide activity reports, maintain schedules, retrieve project information, and maintain both hard copy and electronic filing systems. Responsible for review of employee vehicle reports.

15%

Other Division Specific Job Duties:

Assists with the implementation and recordkeeping of the Region's safety program. Aids with answering multi-line phone system by routing incoming calls and taking messages. Prepares and disseminates information concerning Wildlife Division program and procedures. May assist with answering questions regarding public hunts and/or help organize public hunts.

5%

Marginal Job Duties:

Performs additional duties as assigned. Complies with Agency, Division and Department rules, regulations, and procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education :

Graduation from High School or GED.

Experience :

Three years of experience performing administrative support duties.

Experience in performing several staff services functions such as administrative support, business administration, human resource administration, purchasing or budget preparation work.

Experience providing assistance to several positions such as directors, supervisors/managers, and/or staff related to various staff services functions.

Experience preparing, editing, and distributing correspondence, reports, forms or documents.

NOTE: Experience may have occurred concurrently.

Licensure :

Applicant must possess or be able to obtain, within 30 days of employment, a valid state driver's license.

Must successfully complete the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts Basic Texas Purchaser Course within six months of employment hire date if required by agency or divisional leadership.

NOTE: Retention of position contingent upon obtaining and maintaining required license and completion of required training.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education :

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or closely related field.

Experience :

Experience in basic accounting and purchasing.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge fiscal control or budgeting techniques or practices.

Knowledge of administrative support work.

Knowledge of human resource administration.

Knowledge of purchasing methods and procedures.

Knowledge of business English, spelling, proofreading, grammatical rules, and formatting/editing documents.

Skill in coordinating activities.

Skill in the use of a computer and/or applicable software.

Skill in critical thinking.

Skill in using Microsoft Office Suite, Virtual meeting platforms (MS Teams, Zoom, Webex, etc) and/or Adobe products.

Skill in providing quality customer service in a courteous and professional manner.

Skill in working as a member of a team by establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers and work-related contacts and maintaining confidentiality.

Skill in managing several projects simultaneously, maintaining flexibility, and working with frequent interruptions and changing priorities to meet schedules and deadlines.

Ability to study or evaluate programs and propose recommendations.

Ability to communicate effectively.

Ability to understand department organizational structure, key individuals, and assigned roles and responsibilities.

Ability to interpret rules, regulations, policies, and procedures and provide guidance to others.

Ability to work efficiently, expeditiously, and in a dependable, organized, and productive manner with little or no supervision.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Required to work 8 hours per day, 5 days per week.

May be required to work overtime, holidays, weekends, and hours other than regularly scheduled with supervisor approval.

May be required to operate a state vehicle.

Required to travel 5% with possible overnight stays.

Required to conform to dress and grooming standards, work rules and safety procedures.

Required to follow non-smoking policy in all state buildings and vehicles.

P LEASE NOTE:

All applications must include complete job history information for each period of employment, provided either in the WORK HISTORY SECTION or in the attached RÉSUMÉ. Please ensure each entry includes:

• Job title,
• Employer name,
• Dates of employment (month/year),
• If employment is less than full-time status, indicate part-time in the work history section or résumé, and
• Description of duties performed.
  NOTE: Volunteer experience may be counted toward required experience.

IMPORTANT:

• College Transcripts: If education is used to meet the minimum qualifications, a copy of the college transcript(s) issued by the registrar must be provided at the time of interview (unless otherwise noted in the posting).
• 'N/A' may be entered in fields that are not applicable.
• Omission of required information may result in disqualification.

Work In Texas (WIT) Applicants:

• WIT applicants must complete the supplemental questions in the CAPPS Candidate Gateway to be considered.
• To complete these questions, log in to CAPPS Candidate Gateway .
• If you need assistance creating a résumé, please refer to the 'Create a Résumé' link for Job Seekers on the Work In Texas website .

If the required information and attachments are not submitted as noted above, your application will be considered incomplete.

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.

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.

*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

TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Closing Date/Time: 2026-11-24