TPWD - Program Specialist VII (Wildlife Division Regulations Coordinator)

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:

• Job Title

• Dates of employment (month/year)

• Name of Employer, Name of Supervisor Description of duties performed

• Volunteer experience credit is counted toward any experience requirement.  Please list those experiences to receive credit towards meeting the minimum requirements. 

• Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification; you may state ‘unknown’ for any incomplete fields.

• 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. 

• Applications with “See attached" or "See resume" will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

• Resumes are encouraged as attachments but will not be used to determine eligibility

• 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.

MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY CODES:

Job Classification

Service

Military Specialty

Program Specialist I-VII

Army

No Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.

Program Specialist I-VII

Navy

OS, YN,  YNS, 611X, 612X, 641X, 712X

Program Specialist I-VII

Coast Guard

OS, YN, OSS, PERS

Program Specialist I-VII

Marine Corps

No Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.

Program Specialist I-VII

Air Force

8U000, 16GX, 60C0, 63G0, 86M0, 86P0, 88A0, 88B0

Program Specialist 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:

• 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.

HIRING CONTACT: Alan Cain, (830) 480-4038, Email: alan.cain@tpwd.texas.gov

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Austin HQ, 4200 Smith School Rd, Austin, TX 78744

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under the direction of the Division Director this position performs highly advanced (senior-level) consultative services and technical assistance work to support division operations and strategic goals. Works closely with Wildlife Division leadership to develop and implement management actions, policies, and strategic direction. Responsibilities include overseeing the Wildlife Division’s Commission meeting processes by preparing agenda items, writing and reviewing regulation packages in coordination with Wildlife and Legal Division staff, and coordinating presentation development. Manages multiple projects simultaneously to ensure compliance with deadlines required by the Wildlife Division, Executive Office, Legal, and other divisions. Serves as the Wildlife Division legislative point of contact, handling and assigning bill analyses, responding to inquiries, and compiling and organizing legislative priorities between sessions. May be required to meet with legislators and testify at hearings. Additional duties include coordinating Open Records Requests, managing yearly Outdoor Annual updates, and addressing programmatic and operational issues in collaboration with program and regional directors. The position represents the Wildlife Division on multi-division teams, evaluates problems, develops solutions, and performs other duties as assigned. Work is performed under minimal supervision with extensive latitude for initiative and independent judgment, in compliance with all agency rules and procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree.   

Experience:

Five years of experience interpreting, developing, or implementing administrative rules or regulations for a federal or state agency, state-funded university system, or quasi-governmental organization. 

Licensure:       

Must possess a valid State driver’s license.     

ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS:

Experience:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in Natural Resource Management, Cultural Resource Management, Wildlife, Biology, Political Science, or related field may substitute for one year of the required experience.

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

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:      

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree with primary focus in Natural Resource Management, Cultural Resource Management, Wildlife, Biology, Political Science, or related field.

Experience:

Experience working with the federal or state legislature and managing legislative and appropriation processes and public policy for a conservation agency.

Experience preparing and delivering presentations for various audiences, such as the public, appointed commissioners, elected officials, or boards of directors.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of natural resource conservation and management principles and best practices.

Knowledge of Parks and Wildlife Code and Texas Administrative Code.

Knowledge of TPWD policies and procedures, legislative processes, and budget development.

Knowledge of Texas state government organization and management.

Knowledge of business management principles and economic concepts.

Knowledge of state and federal legislative and appropriations processes, state government administration and political environments affecting TPWD programs.

Knowledge of Texas House and Senate rules.

Skill in effective verbal and written communication.

Skill in effective interaction and communication with staff at all levels within the department and at other State agencies and organizations.

Skill in using MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

Skill in identifying, researching and compiling information.

Skill in interpreting, analyzing and explaining organizational policies and procedures.

Skill in developing processes, procedures and policies.

Skill in managing several projects simultaneously.

Skill in meeting deadlines.

Skill in planning and coordinating the work of others and handling and resolving problems resourcefully.

Ability to draft regulatory language and prepare rule packages for submission to the Texas Register.

Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.

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

Ability to prepare correspondence, presentations and reports.

Ability to establish goals and objectives.

Ability to analyze complex information and develop plans to address identified issues.

Ability to show initiative and take action on issues impacting TPWD.

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

Ability to make presentations or provide testimony before groups or members of the legislature.

Ability to train others.

Ability to perform highly complex legislative and consultative work.

WORKING CONDITIONS:     

Required to work 40 hours 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 15% 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