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

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

*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: Darin Topping, (361) 729-7423

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Rockport Marine Lab, 702 Navigation Circle, Rockport, Texas 78382

GENERAL DESCRIPTION :

Under the direction of the Trip Ticket Program Leader, the Program Specialist performs routine to complex (journey-level) consultative services and technical assistant work. Responsibilities involve the Trip Ticket Program goals pertaining to the collection and management of commercial fisheries landings data. Promotes stakeholder awareness of the program and secures and maintains support from the industry and the public. Provides coordination in program operation and communication to ensure the accuracy, validity, and timeliness of program data. Recommends procedures and policy enhancements to increase efficiency of program. Coordinates data flow of trip tickets from initial submission by Texas seafood dealers to final upload in the Texas Commercial Landings Database (TCLS). Performs QA/QC on data prior to and after upload into TCLS. Coordinates with industry and department staff to provide technical assistance on program services. Trains staff on use and functionality of program and program equipment. 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 OR higher in fisheries biology, marine biology or a closely related field.

Experience :

PS I : No experience required;

PS II : Two years relevant experience;

PS III : Four years relevant experience.

Licensure :

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

Note : Retention of position is dependent upon obtaining and maintaining license.

ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS :

Experience (PS II and III ONLY) :

A Master's degree from an accredited college or university in fisheries biology, marine biology, or closely related field may substitute for one year of required experience.

A Ph.D. degree from an accredited college or university in fisheries biology, marine biology, or closely related field may substitute for two years of required experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Education :

An advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) from an accredited college or university in fisheries biology, marine biology, or closely related field.

Experience :

Experience working with large databases, statistical data analysis software such as SAS, JMP, R (or similar).

Experience in fisheries management or fisheries biology.

Experience with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and Outlook and applicable software.

Experience with Texas gulf coast commercial and recreational marine fisheries and ecosystems; experience may have been aboard commercial vessels or in wholesale or retail marine fisheries related enterprises.

Experience with commercial fisheries harvest operations, including fishing methods, gear use, and species captured.

Experience in the identification of commercial marine, estuarine, and freshwater species.

Experience conducting and facilitating user group and stakeholder meetings or public speaking.

Experience reading, writing, and speaking, Spanish, Vietnamese OR any language common to the Texas commercial fishing community.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :

PS I:

Knowledge of biology, ecology and geography of Texas marine ecosystems and their associated fauna and flora.

Knowledge of State, local, and federal rules relating to commercial and recreational fisheries.

PS II, KSAs of PS I, PLUS:

Knowledge of basic marine fisheries management concepts.

PS III, KSAs of PS I-II, PLUS:

Knowledge of advanced marine fisheries management concepts, management techniques, and sampling methods.

Knowledge of complex ecosystem-based principles, statistics, data analysis, and management applications.

PS I:

Skill in using various software and computer programs (Windows, MS Word, MS Excel, MS Access, MS Outlook, Internet applications, and image scanning software.

Skill in using standard office equipment.

Skill in effective communication with staff, the public, fisheries professionals, and commercial and recreational fisheries constituents.

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

PS II, KSAs of PS I, PLUS:

Skill in database management, and QA/QC of data.

Skill in record keeping and data management.

Skill in gathering, processing, and evaluating large amounts of data.

PS III, KSAs of PS I-II, PLUS:

Skill in preparing concise reports.

Skill in analyzing and summarizing datasets.

Skill in assessing processes and procedures and to make recommendations to increase efficiency.

PS I:

Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and work-related contacts.

Ability to work independently under moderate supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Ability to maintain accurate records and files.

Ability to function in a team environment and be an effective team member or leader.

PS II, KSAs of PSI, PLUS:

Ability to teach and train others.

Ability to work independently with initiative and accomplish several tasks concurrently.

Ability to schedule, organize, and coordinate outreach programs with public.

Ability to work under general supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

PS III, KSAs of PS I-II, PLUS:

Ability to be effective as a team member or leader.

Ability to understand programs designs and systems logic and to readily learn new computer software.

Ability to work under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

WORKING CONDITIONS :

Required to work hours other than 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with days off other than Saturday, Sunday and holidays as needed.

Required to operate a state vehicle.

Required to travel 15% with possible overnight stays.

Required to adjust to changing schedules.

Required to work overtime as necessary.

Required to perform work in water-based field activities, including work aboard seagoing vessels in the inshore bays and nearshore Gulf of Mexico.

Required to perform work outdoors in extreme temperatures and occasionally adverse weather conditions.

Required to wade in water and deep mud, and walk over rough, uneven, and slippery surfaces or bay bottoms.

Required to lift, push, and pull heavy objects.

Non-smoking work environment in State buildings and vehicles.

TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER



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