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TPWD MISSIONTo 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 includeJob 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 and#8216;unknownand#8217; 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 and#8220;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 ClassificationServiceMilitary SpecialtyGame Warden (All Levels/Ranks)Army11A, 11B, 11C, 11Z, 18A, 18B, 18F, 18Z, 31A, 31B, 31D, 31K, 31Z, 35L, 35M, 180A, 311A, 351L, 351MGame Warden (All Levels/Ranks)NavyGM, MA, SB, SO, 113X, 615X, 649X, 715X, 717X, 749XGame Warden (All Levels/Ranks)Coast GuardGM, IV, ME, MST, OS, INV, MLES, OAF10, OAP10, OAP12, OAP14, OAR10, OAR13, OAR17, SEI18Game Warden (All Levels/Ranks)Marine Corps0300, 0311, 0313, 0317, 0321, 0324, 0331, 0341, 0352, 0363, 0365, 0367, 0369, 0372, 0393, 5811, 5812, 5813, 5814, 5816, 5819, 5821, 0370, 5803, 5805Game Warden (All Levels/Ranks)Air Force1N0X1, 1Z4X1, 3P0X1, 7S0X1, 14NX, 19ZK, 31PX, 71SXGame Warden (All Levels/Ranks)Space Force5IO, 5IX, 14N*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.pdfMILITARY 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: Assistant Commander Les Casterline, (361) 850-0141, les.casterline@tpwd.texas.govPHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: To be determine. Must reside within 50 air miles of Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Headquarters located at 4200 Smith School Road, Austin, TX 78744.GENERAL DESCRIPTIONNOTE: INTERNAL POSTING, OPEN TO TPWD EMPLOYEES ONLY.Under the direction of the Assistant Commander of Fisheries Enforcement, this position performs wildlife, conservation, and natural resources enforcement work including fisheries enforcement work as assigned. Work involves supervising law enforcement staff and programs, conducting analyses of law enforcement programs and activities, conducting emergency management and homeland security operations, and supporting wildlife and conservation activities in an assigned region. Supervises the work of others. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
Qualifications: ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES: % of TimeEssential Job Duties by Category55%Law Enforcement Duties:Aids field level enforcement operations by identifying and tracking enforcement and compliance trends, to include use of division wide databases and report management software. Works with relevant LE and inter-divisional program staff to develop and implement risk-based license/permit inspection strategies and protocols. Responds to requests/questions from other divisions, LE staff, constituents, NGOs, TPWD commission, and legislators. Maintains a strong working knowledge of agency programs/permits and ALL statutes, regulations, and policies related to program relevant enforcement. Assists with Emergency Management requirements through the Texas Department of Public Safety and may work in the Emergency Operations Center. Coordinates and conducts LE patrols and enforcement initiatives. Confers with local law enforcement, court officers, and state officials concerning department activities. Coordinates and conducts LE patrols. Attends court proceedings and testifies as necessary. Serve as instructor at the Game Warden Training Academy.20%Program or Position Specific Duties:Assists with various responsibilities within the fisheries enforcement program, including maintaining records related to the Joint Enforcement Agreement between the Department and NOAA Office of Law Enforcement and the Natural Resource Disaster Assessment. Assists with the administration of the fisheries enforcement program and assists with coordination of the Divisionand#8217;s rulemaking process and the Divisionand#8217;s statutory process. Assists with coordination between NOAA Office of Law Enforcement, United States Coast Guard, and other partner agencies on fisheries enforcement joint operations, training, and planning. Develops and presents special information and education programs to citizensand#8217; groups, local constituents, and other agencies.20%Supervisory Duties:Reviews reports, databases, and other paperwork submitted by field staff for accuracy and completeness. Provides direction to field staff on enforcement issues.5%Marginal Job Duties:Performs additional duties as assigned. Complies with Agency, Division and Department rules, regulations, and
