HIRING CONTACT: Brad Simpson, (806) 651-3012

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS:  Wildlife Region 1, TBD - Canyon or Lubbock

Canyon office address: 301 23rd Street, Canyon, TX 79016

Lubbock office address: 1702 Landmark Lane Suite 1, Lubbock, TX 79415

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under the direction of the Wildlife Region 1 Director, the Panhandle/High Plains District 2 Leader performs advanced (senior-level) natural resources work. Supervises all field activities, monitors the budget, District research projects, maintenance and operations, and Program specific projects assigned to the 54 county District.  Supervises and provides training/training opportunities for District employees, prepares administrative and technical reports, regulation proposals, and supervises all activities within the District.  Responsible for the development of appropriate demonstrations, public use, and other public outreach and dissemination of information within the District. Works closely with other District, Project, Regional, and Program staff. Disseminates information to the general public, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and other constituents of TPWD (telephone, mail, news media, group presentations, etc.).  Responsible for building public support for TPWD programs and wildlife conservation.  Works under minimal supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.  Performs additional duties as assigned. Complies with all Agency, Division and Branch rules, regulations and procedures.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Wildlife Science, Wildlife Management, Wildlife Ecology, or closely related field in natural resource management with major coursework, 24 hours minimum, in wildlife/habitat conservation, management and/or research.

Experience:

Five years professional experience, not associated with the pursuit of undergraduate or graduate degree programs, as a wildlife biologist, ecologist or as a closely related natural resource scientist.

Licensure:       

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

ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS:

Experience: 

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master’s degree in Wildlife Science, Wildlife Management, Wildlife Ecology or closely related field in Natural Resource Management, may substitute for one year of the required experience;

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Ph.D. in Wildlife Science, Wildlife Management, Wildlife Ecology or closely related field in Natural Resource Management, may substitute for two years of the required experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of life history, ecology, and management needs of wildlife species indigenous to the Panhandle of Texas;
• Knowledge of basic computer operation and its application to wildlife management activities;
• Knowledge of land-use practices and their impacts on wildlife species;
• Knowledge of common farming and ranching operations and practices;
• Knowledge of Department programs, policies, procedures, and operations;
• Knowledge of wildlife, wildlife habitat, and rangeland management techniques;
• Skills in MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook;
• Skill in effective verbal and written communication;
• Skill in planning, conducting and evaluating conservation outreach programs;
• Skill in communicating clearly, both verbally and in writing, on a broad range of wildlife and habitat issues;
• Skill in collecting, analyzing and reporting advanced scientific data;
• Skill in coordinating with the public, universities, Department personnel, media representatives and other governmental agencies;
• Skills in using analytical software and GIS/GPS applications; 
• Skill applying advanced habitat enhancement techniques;
• Skill in planning processes;
• Ability to effectively supervise and motivate assigned staff;
• Ability to exercise initiative;
• Ability to work as a member of a team;
• Ability to work independently with little or no supervision;
• Ability to make decisions in the absence of the Regional Director;
• Ability to initiate, build and develop public support and involvement for TPWD’s wildlife conservation programs;
• Ability to conduct literature reviews, plan, design, and implement field research;
• Ability to develop operating budgets and oversee expenditures by staff;
• Ability to supervise and coordinate research activities or special projects;
• 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 holidays, weekends, and hours other than 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday as necessary;
• Required to perform work outdoors, occasionally in adverse weather conditions;
• May be required to operate a State vehicle;
• Required to travel 50% with possible overnight stays;
• Required to conform to dress and grooming standards, work rules and safety procedures;
• Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.

TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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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
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

*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, 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.