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.

READ – IMPORTANT TRANSCRIPT REQUIREMENT:
A copy of a current college transcript, ISSUED FROM THE REGISTRAR with a signature and/or school watermark, must be attached to the application at time of submission. The transcript must show current GPA, credits, and current enrollment or recent graduation date.
DEGREE PLANS OR GRADES FROM A STUDENT SELF-SERVICE PORTAL WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Omission of a transcript will be the basis for disqualification. 
International degrees must be accompanied with an evaluation of the comparable academic qualification. There are several associations related to degree evaluations that can be contacted to obtain the required documentation (i.e. Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE) or the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), etc.).
 
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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,  telework, 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: Ryan Reitz, (830) 238-4483 

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: WL - Kerr and Mason Mountain WMA, 4086 Wildlife Road, Mason, TX  

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under the direct supervision of the Wildlife Biologist or Lead Technician, this position is responsible for assisting Kerr Wildlife Management Area (WMA) and Mason Mountain WMA staff members with aspects of daily operations associated with wildlife management, maintenance, and research activities. Internship will include assisting with surveys; baseline inventory assistance; presenting and assisting with public presentations; fence maintenance; animal control operations; data entry; mechanical brush control; and other various maintenance and construction activities.  Performs additional duties as assigned.  Complies with all Agency, Division and Branch rules, regulations and procedures.  NOTE: The position will be based at Mason Mtn. Wildlife Management Area and have work assignments on Mason Mountain Wildlife Management Area and Kerr Wildlife Management Area. On-site lodging available. Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Current enrollment as an undergraduate or graduate student in an accredited college or university or recent graduate within the last 6 months.
Minimum of 18 completed semester credit hours from an accredited college or university at time of application.
Must have an overall grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 grade point scale or "Pass" on a Pass/Fail system.
Experience:
None required.   
Licensure:       
Must possess a valid State Driver’s license.
NOTE: Retention of internship contingent upon maintaining required license.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Current undergraduate or graduate student enrolled in Wildlife Science or closely related Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program.
Experience:
Experience working in wildlife research.
Experience in basic carpentry.
Experience in safe equipment operation and maintenance (including but not limited to tractors and associated implements, ATVs/UTVs, four-wheel drive, and off-road vehicles, etc.).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Skill in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Skill in effective verbal and written communication.
Skill in effective interaction with others.
Skill in MS Word, Excel and Outlook.
Skill in basic carpentry.
Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.
Ability to safely handle wild animals such as bats, white-tailed deer, feral hogs and other mammals.
Ability to collect and analyze scientific data.
Ability to safely operate powered and non-powered hand tools and other equipment as assigned.
Ability to safely operate and maintain assigned equipment in good working condition.
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.

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 perform work outdoors, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.
Required to perform manual labor, including lifting supplies and materials up to 50 lbs.
Lodging available.
Required to maintain order and cleanliness of lodging.
Required to travel 5% with possible overnight stays.
Must conform to TPWD dress and grooming standards, work rules, and safety procedures.
Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.

MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY CODES can be found at http://www.hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions
MILITARY EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE:  If you choose to claim military employment preference as outlined by the State of Texas, you must attach required documentation referenced on this form 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.
• 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.  

TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 

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.