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.

PLEASE NOTE:

All applications must contain complete job histories, which includes job title, dates of employment (month/year) and hours worked per week, name of employer, supervisor's name and phone number and a description of duties performed.

Job history and volunteer experience should be listed in the work history section of the application to receive credit towards meeting the minimum requirements. Part-time experience credit is prorated based on the duration and hours worked per week. Please indicate hours worked for part-time/temporary/seasonal experience. If this information is not submitted, your application will be considered incomplete.

Applications with "See attached" or "See resume" will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification; you may state 'unknown' for any incomplete fields. 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.

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APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS: Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting. To complete the supplemental questions, go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login. CAPPS Recruit, https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en


MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY CODES:

Job Classification

Service

Military Specialty

Staff Services Officer I-V

Army

36B, 42A, 51C, 89A, 92A, 92Z, 36A, 42B, 42H, 51C, 70C, 70F, 92A, 420A, 920A, 920B

Staff Services Officer I-V

Navy

LS, LSS, PS, YN, YNS, 120X, 641X

Staff Services Officer I-V

Coast Guard

SK, YN, F&S, FIN10, PERS, SEI11, SEI15, WEPS

Staff Services Officer I-V

Marine Corps

0111, 0147, 0161, 0171, 0431, 0491, 3152, 4821, 8411, 8412, 0102, 0160, 0170, 0430, 2102, 4801, 4802, 4803, 4804, 4810, 6607, 8840, 8862

Staff Services Officer I-V

Air Force

2G0X1, 3F0X1, 3F1X1, 4A1X1, 8A200, 8U000, 16GX, 20C0, 30C0, 38FX, 60C0, 63AX, 63G0, 63S0

Staff Services Officer I-V

Space Force

63A

*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.


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 the 1st of the following month after a 60-day waiting period. Click HERE to view our Benefits page.

HIRING CONTACT: James Murphy, (512) 389-8877

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: TPWD Headquarters, 4200 Smith School Road, Austin, TX 78744

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under the direction of the Legal Division Director , this position performs highly complex (senior-level) staff services work . Plans, directs, coordinates and performs duties involving several staff services functions such as human resources, accounting, budgeting, purchasing, training, payroll, records management, and/or property management. Plans and coordinates special and administrative assignments and/or programs. Plans, develops and coordinates policies for activities and assists with inquiries requiring the interpretation of regulations, regulations, policies and procedures. Provides assistance to and coordinates activities among several staff services functions and roles such as directors, supervisors/managers, and/or staff. May supervise the work of others. Works under limited supervision, with considerable 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, and distributes correspondence, reports, forms, and documents. Plans and coordinates special and administrative assignments or programs. Coordinates varied records processing activities requiring the application of policies and procedures. Assists in interpreting and ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws, rules, and regulations. Provides training for staff in several staff services areas. Coordinate and assist with developing job postings and screening applicants, and guide staff regarding policy and procedure questions on promotions, demotions, merit increases, transfers, and separation of employees. May process employee payroll changes, handle employee leave requests, assist with position control and serve as leave coordinator.

15%

Purchasing, Accounting and/or Budgeting Duties:

Develops, prepares and monitors large budgets and assists in development, preparation, monitoring, analyzing, forecasting and other budget related actions. Prepares budget/expense reports. Purchasing level access may be granted up to 25K approval authority to monitor, track and approve purchase orders. O rder and track 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.

15%

Travel, Records and/or Property Management Duties:

May coordinate and schedule travel for agency employees and serve as travel coordinator. Develops, coordinate, and maintains records, filing systems and perform record retention work including coordinating with staff on disposal of records according to the agency retention schedule. Analyze internal processes to recommend and implement procedural or policy changes to improve operations. May perform facilities management functions such as submitting work order requests and completing reports. May maintain equipment, materials, and supplies.

5%

Supervisory Duties:

May supervise the work of others to include onboarding, performance evaluations, personnel actions, time approvals, travel voucher approvals and offboarding tasks. Required to participate in supervisory training as designated by HR or divisional leadership.

50%

Other Division Specific Job Duties:

Work involves planning, directing, and coordinating the department's management of responses to open records requests. Makes initial determinations on confidentiality of open records requests and applies legal requirements in alignment with the Texas Public Information Act. Provides training, insight, input, and direction regarding the open records portal.

5%

Marginal Job Duties:

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



Qualifications:

GENERAL MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Graduation from High School or GED.

Experience:

Experience in planning, directing, coordinating or performing 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, or distributing correspondence, reports, forms or documents.

Experience supervising the work of others.

Licensure:

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.

Must successfully complete the Certified Texas Contract Developer certification training if required by agency or divisional leadership.

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

ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS

Experience:

Thirty semester hours from an accredited college or university with coursework in management, business administration, human resource administration, accounting or related field may substitute for the required experience located under the minimum qualifications. This substitution does not apply to the supervisory experience requirement.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree and coursework in law, human resources, public or business administration, or closely related field.

Experience:

Five years experience in office management, records management, state purchasing, or open records.
Experience working with attorneys.

GENERAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of fiscal control or budgeting techniques or practices.

Knowledge of office management.

Knowledge of human resource administration.

Knowledge of laws, rules, and policies related to state purchasing.
Skill in coordinating activities.

Sill 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 using cloud based software for records management.

Ability to study or evaluate programs and propose recommendations.

Ability to communicate effectively.

Ability to analyze and solve work problems.

Ability to prioritize and perform varied tasks under strict deadlines.

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.

TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER



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