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

Purchaser I-VII

Army

36B, 51C, 89A, 92A, 92Y, 92Z, 36A, 51C, 51Z, 92A, 920A, 920B

Purchaser I-VII

Navy

LS, LSS, 310X, 651X, 751X

Purchaser I-VII

Coast Guard

SK, F&S, FIN10, SEI16

Purchaser I-VII

Marine Corps

3043, 3044, 4100, 4133, 6672, 8060, 8640, 0402, 3002, 3006, 3010, 4130, 6602, 6604, 8057, 8058, 8059, 8060, 8061, 8640

Purchaser I-VII

Air Force

2G0X1, 2S0X1, 4A1X1, 6C0X1, 20C0, 21RX, 60C0, 62S0, 63AX, 63G0, 63S0

*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.

HIRING CONTACT: Sonia Casarez Yeck , (512) 924-7591 (m) / (512) 389-4334 (o)

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Creative & Interactive Services, 4200 Smith School Road, Austin, TX 78744

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under the direction of the Associate Creative Director, performs highly complex (senior-level) purchasing and procurement work. The Print & Copy Traffic Coordinator provides outsource print and copy coordinating services for Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) internal customers and places work with qualified, eligible vendors to produce high quality materials at the best price and in a timely manner. Provides customer service, cost estimates and consultation to internal clients and creative team to effectively plan and schedule print and copy projects to meet client deadlines. Identifies qualified vendors, prepares bid specifications, solicits bids, and writes purchase orders in accordance with the Comptroller's Statewide Procurement Division and agency rules and regulations. Project manages work orders to ensure vendors are on schedule and quality standards are met. Performs quality checks of completed materials, confirms delivery, and coordinates with vendors to correct any issues. Works closely with vendors, creative team, clients, purchasers, and the agency Purchasing & Contracting section. Manages existing and future copy/print contracts and performs vendor performance reviews. Responsible for timely and accurate entry into the team database, completion of appropriate forms, requests and related documentation. Maintains awareness of current print industry processes in order to provide fiscally responsible, timely, and efficient solutions for clients. Works under limited 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 High School or GED.

Experience :

Four years of full-time experience working in the following (or closely related) fields: purchasing, accounting, print production/print design.

Licensure :

Certified Texas Contract Developer (CTCD), issued by the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts, or able to obtain within 12 months of hire.

Must possess or be able to obtain, within 30 days of employment, a valid class "C" Texas driver's license.

NOTE : Retention of position contingent upon obtaining and maintaining required license and certification.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Education :

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Business, Public Administration, or closely related field.

Experience :

Experience in state procurement or contracting policies and procedures.

Experience in purchasing and/or contracting at a Texas state agency, college or university, or local unit of government.

Experience in preparing specs, cost-estimating, scheduling, and quality control within a print production environment.

Licensure :

Current certification: Certified Texas Contract Developer (CTCD).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :

Knowledge of purchasing methods and procedures.

Knowledge of strategic sourcing, prices, market factors and product characteristics.

Knowledge of complex and multi-color print.

Knowledge of computer assisted estimating, planning and tracking.

Knowledge of State purchasing rules and regulations.

Knowledge of standard Quality Control procedures.

Knowledge of customer service communication techniques.

Skill in providing quality customer service in a courteous and professional manner.

Skill in establishing and maintaining effective work relationships with co-workers and work-related contacts.

Skill in prioritizing workload and meeting deadlines.

Skill in effective written and verbal communication.

Skill in writing clear and accurate print specifications for bid requests.

Skill in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and meeting deadlines.

Skill in exercising sound judgment and effective decision making.

Skill in analyzing needs and recommending solutions.

Skill in problem solving.

Ability to enter information into a database.

Ability to visualize final product, translate into production process steps, diagnose possible problems and suggest alternative measures as required.

Ability to work in a diplomatic fashion with internal customers, graphics designers, vendors and purchasing personnel.

Ability to work with high volume of projects.

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

Ability to work as a member of a team.

Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.

WORKING CONDITIONS :

Required to work from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, alternative work schedule may be available.

Required to work overtime as necessary.

This position is suitable to telework two days per week and the candidate may be allowed to telework with supervisor approval.

May be required to operate a State vehicle.

Required to travel 5% with possible overnight stays.

Must conform to TPWD dress and grooming standards, work rules and safety procedures.

Non-smoking work environment in all state buildings and vehicles.

TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER



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Closing Date: Jan 6, 2025, 11:59:00 PM

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