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

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  Job Title
  
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  Dates of employment (month/year)
  
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  Hours worked per week
  
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  Name of Employer, Name of Supervisor and Phone Number
  
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  Description of duties performed
  
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  Volunteer experience credit is counted toward any experience requirement. Please list those experiences to receive credit towards meeting the minimum requirements.
  
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  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.
  
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  Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification; you may state 'unknown' for any incomplete fields.
  
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  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.
  
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  Applications with "See attached" or "See resume" will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
  
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  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.

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MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY CODES:

Job Classification

Service

Military Specialty

Director I-VII

Army

No Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.

Director I-VII

Navy

111X, 112X 113X 114X, 611X, 612X, 621X, 631X, 641X, 648X

Director I-VII

Coast Guard

SEI15

Director I-VII

Marine Corps

8003,8040, 8041, 8042

Director I-VII

Air Force

10C0, 20C0, 30C0, 40C0, 90G0, 91C0, 91W0, 97E0

Director I-VII

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:

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  Veteran- DD214 showing honorable discharge or Statement of Service (only for transitioning service members who have not reached their date of separation).
  
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  Surviving spouse of a veteran who has not remarried- Marriage Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation.
  
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  Orphan of a veteran killed while on active duty- Birth Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation.
  
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  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.
  
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  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: Alan Cain, (830) 480-4038, Email: alan.cain@tpwd.texas.gov

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Wildlife Director's Office, 4200 Smith School Rd, Austin, TX 78744





GENERAL DESCRIPTION :

Under the direction of the Wildlife Division Director , this position performs advanced (senior-level) managerial work providing direction and guidance in strategic operations to five regional directors, and the directors of the Big Game, Ecological & Environmental Planning, Small Game, Wildlife Conservation, and Private Lands and Public Hunting programs, as well as the lead wildlife veterinarian. Leads Division staff in the development of research, management and regulatory programs designed to strengthen the management and conservation of the wildlife and cultural resources of Texas for future generations. Provides leadership in the development of innovative programs aimed at educating the public about the benefits of participating in natural and cultural resource conservation activities. Works collaboratively with the Branch Chief of Administration and Research to ensure efficient support of regional and program operations. Represents the Division at Commission and legislative hearings on wildlife management issues as needed. Broad oversight of Division fiscal operations and strategic planning. Supervises the work of others. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.



ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES :

% of Time

Essential Job Duties by Category

65%

Executive Leadership and Strategic Oversight :

Provides supervision and strategic direction to Wildlife Division regional and program directors and ensures alignment of Division mission with Agency mission. Oversees goal setting, forecasting, and strategic planning for the Division. Oversees and collaborates on policies and procedures for the division's fiscal activities to ensure compliance with state/federal laws, rules, and regulations.

20%

Policy Development and Evaluation:

Plans, researches and develops policies, procedures and rules for the protection, conservation and management of wildlife and natural and cultural resources. Coordinates legislative and regulatory initiatives. Ensures that sound biological practices are exercised with respect to management of wildlife resources including game, non-game, threatened and endangered species and the full range of relevant habitat issues on both public and private lands.

10%

Representation and External Engagement:

Represents the Division at Commission and legislative hearings. Collaborates with advisory groups, councils, and stakeholders on conservation issues.

5%

Marginal Job Duties:

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



Qualifications:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Education :

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Wildlife Biology, Wildlife Management, Wildlife Ecology, or closely related field.

Experience :

Seven years of progressively responsible broad-based experience administering wildlife management programs and leading large and geographically dispersed teams.

Experience in strategic planning and program or policy development.

Experience in supervision, team building, project management and public speaking.

NOTE: Experience may have occurred concurrently.

Licensure :

Must possess or be able to obtain, within 30 days of employment, a valid class "C" Texas driver's license.

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

ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS :

Experience :

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in a relevant field may substitute for one year of the required experience.

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a PhD in a relevant field may substitute for two years of the required experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Education :

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's of Science degree in wildlife science, wildlife ecology, wildlife management, or closely related field.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :

Knowledge of sound biological practice with respect to management of wildlife resources including game, non- game, threatened and endangered species and the full range of relevant habitat issues on both public and private lands.

Knowledge of wildlife field operations and programmatic functions in Big Game, Ecological and Environmental Planning, Small Game, Wildlife Conservation, Private Lands and Public Hunting, and wildlife health.

Knowledge of cultural resource management.

Knowledge of relevant local, state and federal laws and regulations.

Knowledge of sound human resource management practices.

Skill in using MS Word, Excel and Outlook.

Skill in leadership, team building, mentoring and challenging staff with professional growth opportunities.

Skill in establishing plans and setting objectives and goals that support an overall business strategy

Skill in supervision and maintaining effective working relationships with direct reports, co-workers, legislative staff, staff of other agencies, private landowners and full range of stakeholders having interests in natural resource conservation.

Skill in budget management, justification, monitoring and control.

Skill in the development of an appropriate regulatory framework to support long-range conservation goals, consistent with Commission policy and relevant state law.

Skill in managing several projects simultaneously and meeting deadlines.

Ability to develop innovative programs to help achieve departmental goals of budgetary self-sufficiency and increased participation by all segments of the population in activities related to natural resource conservation.

Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in written presentations to the TPWD Commission, Legislative committees, public interest groups, etc.

Ability to identify problems, evaluate alternatives and implement effective solutions.

Ability to negotiate among competing interests.

Ability to maintain flexibility and work with frequent interruptions and multiple changing priorities.

Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.

Ability to work as a member of a team.

Ability to make sound judgements on limited data and under considerable pressure.

Ability to conduct work activities in accordance with TPWD safety program.

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 25% 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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Closing Date: Dec 24, 2025, 11:59:00 PM

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