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.
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 can be found at http://www.hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions
VETERAN’S PREFERENCE: If you choose to claim veteran’s employment preference including surviving spouse or orphan of a veteran as outlined by the State of Texas, you must attach a DD214 at the time your application is submitted. If you have questions regarding this requirement, please visit our Veteran’s Hiring Reference page at https://tpwd.texas.gov/job/veterans/
BENEFITS:
Texas Parks and Wildlife offers a variety of benefits for employees such 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.
TO APPLY: Application must be completed at: https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en
HIRING CONTACT: Erin Collins, (903) 312-5883
PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: TPWD Law Enforcement Region 3, District 3, Old Texas Plaza, 4100 S. Medford Drive, Suite 204B, Lufkin, TX 75901
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Under the direction of the Regional Major, this position Performs wildlife, conservation, and natural resources enforcement work. Responsible for supervising conservation and other law enforcement work in an assigned District. Supervises staff, programs and District Office administration. Conducts analysis and reporting of data related to enforcement programs and activities. Exercises discretion and independent judgment, with authority to make independent choices in applying regulations, policies and operational procedures. 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.
Note: For consideration a completed PWD 1435 - Game Warden Promotion Resume Form - must be uploaded with your online application. Document must be marked as “relevant.”.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree.
Graduation from the Texas Game Warden Training Academy.
Experience:
Eight years experience as a Texas Parks and Wildlife Game Warden.
Licensure:
Must possess a valid class “C” Texas driver’s license.
Must possess a current license as a peace officer by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE).
Commissioned as a Texas Game Warden by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.
NOTE: Retention of position contingent upon maintaining required licenses.
ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS:
Education:
One additional year of experience as a Texas Game Warden may substitute for thirty semester hours of the required education, with a maximum substitution of 120 semester hours.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of statutes, proclamations, regulations and policies related to the enforcement of all provisions of the Texas Penal Code, the Code of Criminal Procedure, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Code, and all regulatory acts adopted under the authority of the Parks and Wildlife Code regarding fisheries resources, game animal resources, game bird resources, non-game resources, furbearing resources and provisions of the Texas Water Safety Act;
Skill in effective verbal and written communication;
Skill in using MS Word, Excel and Outlook;
Skill in meeting deadlines;
Skill in identifying staff training needs and researching, developing, coordinating and delivering presentations and/or training material to meet identified needs;
Skill in communicating, coordinating and working effectively with other employees, the general public and/or with other agencies to accomplish TPWD and/or Law Enforcement Division programs, activities, goals and objectives;
Ability to apply appropriate management techniques that result in effective and appropriate guidance and leadership to employees and others;
Ability to plan and evaluate the work of others, and devise appropriate employee development strategies to maximize employee performance and morale;
Ability to maintain the operational readiness of equipment and personnel;
Ability to read, interpret and effectively apply relevant agency, state and federal laws, statutes, regulations, proclamations, policies and procedures;
Ability to develop and supervise a District Budget;
Ability to use agency and divisional purchasing procedures to facilitate District purchasing and provide assistance to Game Wardens and others as requested;
Ability to use computers to develop, maintain and monitor reports, records, documents and other information;
Ability to work under tight deadlines with changing priorities and workloads;
Ability to work and interact effectively as a member of the agency, division and regional management teams to support and accomplish establish goals and objectives.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Required to work from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday:
Required to work overtime as necessary;
Required to travel 20% with possible overnight stays;
Required to operate a State vehicle;
Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.
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