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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https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY CODES: Job Classification Service Military Specialty Director I-VII
Army
No Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.
Director I-VII
Navy
111X, 112X 113X 114X, 611X, 612X, 621X, 631X, 641X, 648X
Director I-VII
Coast Guard
SEI15
Director I-VII
Marine Corps
8003,8040, 8041, 8042
Director I-VII
Air Force
10C0, 20C0, 30C0, 40C0, 90G0, 91C0, 91W0, 97E0
*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: 1. Veteran- DD214 showing honorable discharge.
2. Surviving spouse of a veteran who has not remarried- Marriage Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation.
3. Orphan of a veteran killed while on active duty- Birth Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation.
4. 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.
5. 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. PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: TPWD Headquarters, 4200 Smith School Rd, Austin TX 78744
GENERAL DESCRIPTION NOTE: For consideration, the following items must be submitted: (1) Letter of interest; (2) Resume with applicable education, special skills, experience, etc.; and (3) Training or certificates. Documents must be uploaded with electronic application. Reporting to the Executive Director, this position is responsible for s
erving as the Colonel and Division Director of the Law Enforcement Division for the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. Provides strategic direction, guidance and leadership for approximately 552 commissioned law enforcement officers and 128 non-commissioned support personnel. Responsible for the overall operation and administration of the Law Enforcement Division . Develops, establishes, and implements goals and objectives that are consistent with and support overall agency mission, strategies, programs, and laws. Directs game warden efforts in all facets of conservation law enforcement, protecting the natural and cultural resources of the State of Texas on public and private lands, as well as public waterways. Works with other TPWD divisions and local, state and federal agencies to provide a coordinated and effective approach to resolving resource problems and issues . Ensures Law Enforcement Offices provide excellent customer service and fiduciary oversight. Serves as a member of the Department's Senior Leadership Team. Represents the agency and LE division at meetings, hearings, trials, legislative sessions, conferences, boards, panels, and committees. Maintains open, collaborative relationships with key stakeholders and community officials, including local law enforcement and private landowner groups. Represents Texas in regional and national conservation law enforcement related associations and initiatives. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive 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.
Graduation from the Texas Game Warden Training Academy.
Experience: Ten years' experience as a TPWD Game Warden, with a minimum of five years at the rank of Lieutenant or above .
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 and certifications.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Education: Advanced Law Enforcement Management, Supervisory and/or Leadership training.
Completion of Senior Level Leadership and Professional Development training.
Licensure: Current TCOLE Advanced or Master Peace Officer Certification.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Knowledge of and ability to apply criminal law enforcement theory and practice to effective conservation law enforcement operations;
Knowledge of Texas freshwater and saltwater fish, wildlife, and recreational resources and associated conservation activities;
Knowledge of state and federal statutes and regulations related to the enforcement of all provisions of the Texas Penal Code, the Texas 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;
Knowledge of and ability to apply sound human resource management practices to the effective management of a large, dispersed team;
Knowledge of developing, reviewing and managing division budget and understanding of TPWD policies and procedures;
Knowledge of TPWD agency policies and procedures.
Skill in leadership, interpersonal relations, team building, mentoring and staff development;
Skill in effectively communicating, coordinating and working with staff, the public, elected officials, private landowners, and/or with other agencies to accomplish TPWD and/or Law Enforcement programs, activities, goals and objectives;
Skill in developing effective working relationships with other Law Enforcement entities including at the County, Local, State and Federal levels;
Skill in developing positive, productive working relationships with staff of all other TPWD organizational divisions, staff of other regulatory and resource management agencies, private landowner groups, sportsmen groups, and with various public interest and constituent groups;
Skill in budget preparation, presentation, monitoring and management, with the ability to tie these activities into the attainment of specific program goals and objectives;
Skill in using MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
Ability to carry out agency policies, procedures, and directives;
Ability to lead, motivate, and inspire a large, decentralized team of commissioned officers and non-commissioned personnel;
Ability to effectively communicate with and present to the TPWD Executive Leadership, Commission, Legislative committees, public interest groups and other various audiences;
Ability to communicate priorities and recommendations to Law Enforcement team and Executive Office;
Ability to effectively represent Texas in regional and national conservation law enforcement associations;
Ability to handle sensitive information discretely;
Ability to develop innovative strategies to deter violations of laws related to game and fish management, preservation of natural and cultural resources and water safety;
Ability to identify resource enforcement needs, develop and implement plans and strategies to meet identified needs and monitor the effectiveness of activities that respond to identified needs;
Ability to make sound judgements, resolve conflicts and problems, and evaluate risk on limited data and under considerable pressure;
Ability to conceptualize and implement new strategies to help increase the user base for outdoor recreation activities, including hunting, fishing, boating and other outdoor activities;
Ability to establish realistic and attainable goals and objectives, develop implementation plans, organize workloads, establish priorities and evaluate program performance;
Ability to work collaboratively and negotiate among competing interests, both internally and externally;
Ability to work effectively with other TPWD non-law enforcement personnel and other partners to advance agency mission, priorities, and initiatives;
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 hours other than 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with days off other than Saturdays, Sundays and holidays;
Required to operate a State vehicle;
Required to travel 25% with possible overnight stays;
Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.
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