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

Network Specialist I-VI

Army

17C, 18E, 25B, 25D, 25N, 25U, 25W, 25X, 35T, 255A, 255N, 255S, 255Z, 26A, 26B, 26Z

Network Specialist I-VI

Navy

CT, CTM, CTN, CTT, ET, IT, ITS, 181X, 182X, 681X, 682X, 781X, 782X

Network Specialist I-VI

Coast Guard

IT, CYB10, CYB11, ISM

Network Specialist I-VI

Marine Corps

0631, 0639, 0699, 1711, 1721, 1799, 2611, 2612, 2613, 2659, 5974, 6694, 0605, 0620, 0630, 0670

Network Specialist I-VI

Air Force

1B4X1, 1D7X1, 1N2X1, 3D0X2, 3D0X3, 3D1X1, 3D1X2, 3D1X7, 17C0, 17DX, 17SX

*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, 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: Gaylon Williams , (512) 389-4554

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Operations, 4200 Smith School Road, Austin TX 78744

GENERAL DESCRIPTION :

This position is responsible for managing and maintaining the organization's Cisco-based unified communications systems, ensuring secure, reliable, and high-performing connectivity. This role involves configuring and troubleshooting network infrastructure, optimizing voice systems, and collaborating with IT teams to support business operations.

Under the direction of the Operations Manager, this position performs highly complex (senior-level) network systems work. Responsibilities for leading the design, implementation, and optimization of enterprise-scale, geographically distributed network systems. Focused exclusively on project-based initiatives, this role drives strategic infrastructure upgrades, technology integrations, and network transformations outside the scope of routine operations. The engineer serves as a technical lead across complex projects, ensuring scalable, secure, and resilient network solutions, while collaborating with cross-functional teams and providing expert-level guidance throughout the project lifecycle. 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 :

Two-year associate degree in a technical field of study or technical/vocational certification in network administration, design, or information systems.

Experience :

Five years of progressively responsible network engineering experience, preferably with a project focus.

NOTE: Experience may have occurred concurrently.

Licensure :

Must possess or obtain within 30 days of employment a valid Texas driver's license.

ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS :

Education :

Three or more years of relevant contiguous network experience may substitute for technical certification or sixty semester hours of education.

Experience :

Four or more years of extensive experience in network security, gained through internships, entry-level positions, or project-related tasks can offset educational requirements by one year.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Education :

Four-year Bachelor of Science degree from accredited college or university in a network or information technology related field.

Experience :

Eight or more years of progressively responsible network engineering experience, preferably with a project focus.

Licensure :

Cisco CCNA or equivalent.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

Knowledge of Cisco router hardware, particularly the ISR and ASR series.

Knowledge of Cisco switch hardware from the Catalyst series.

Knowledge of Meraki router and switch technologies from the MX, MS, and MR series.

Knowledge of switching technologies and protocols such as VLAN, VTP, STP, PVST+, RPVST+, Inter VLAN routing & Multi-Layer Switching, Multicast Operations, Layer 3 Switches, Ether channels, Transparent Bridging.

Knowledge of ACL/access-list, policy/class-mapping, Copper/Fiber Ethernet installation.

Knowledge of WAN optimization and proxy technology platforms and their implementation.

Knowledge of enterprise-level security products, platforms and implementation.

Router Redundancy Protocols like HSRP, VRRP and High proficiency in implementation of routing protocols EIGRP, OSPF, MPLS and BGP.

Core networking concepts, (IE. Configuration of networks, router configuration and wireless security, TCP/IP, VPN, Content Filtering, VLANs, and routing in LAN/WAN, Ethernet Port, Patch Panel and wireless networks.)

Knowledge of feature and service-related protocols such as IOS and Features, HSRP, GLBP, IRDP, NAT, SNMP, SYSLOG, NTP, DHCP, CDP, DNS, TFTP and FTP Management.

Knowledge of DNS/DFS/DHCP/WINS Standardizations and Implementations.

Knowledge of VoIP network implementation, network assessment and configuration.

Knowledge of AAA Architecture standards such as TACACS+, RADIUS and Cisco ACS.

Skill in the configuration, use and troubleshooting of infrastructure protocols such as TCP, IP, SNMP, SMTP, SMB, DHCP and EIGRP.

Skill in performing deep packet inspection for troubleshooting application performance issues.

Skill in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of solutions, conclusions and approaches to problems.

Skill in the implementation, optimization, troubleshooting and documentation of LAN/WAN networking systems.

Skill in review and modification or migration of Cisco IOS code from one hardware platform to another.

Skill in L2/L3 Switching Technology Administration including creating and managing VLANs, Port security, Trucking, STP, Inter-VLAN routing, LAN security, spanning tree features and link aggregation.

Skill in the use of network monitoring/management tools such as SolarWinds and ForeScout.

Skill in installing, configuring and managing security of Cisco router/switch hardware/software.

Skill in managing and supporting wireless technologies such as LTE cellular and 802.11x protocols.

Skill in using Microsoft Project, Microsoft Visio and office tools to create procedural, technical and configuration documentation

Skill in assessing the need for engineering and implementing network infrastructure or network security technologies.

Skill in deploying or decommissioning core infrastructure devices such as routers and switches used to communicate with data centers, other state agencies or external customers.

Ability to diagnose and resolve issues related to call quality, dropped calls, and connectivity disruptions.

Ability to add, remove, and modify phone extensions, profiles, and voicemail settings as needed.

Ability to collaborate with service providers, vendors, and internal teams to resolve network and telephony issues effectively.

Ability to maintain updated network topology diagrams, configuration records, and troubleshooting guides.

Ability to provide training and support to IT personnel and end-users on network and voice system best practices.

Ability to implement and maintain security best practices, including VPNs, access control, and firewall rules.

Ability to participate in on-call rotation and respond to critical network/voice incidents.

Ability to communicate and collaborate with IT teams, vendors, and non-technical stakeholders.

Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Ability to use strong problem-solving skills.

Ability to diagnose complex network and VoIP issues.

Ability to communicate and show strong interpersonal skills.

Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Ability to think creatively when I applies to delivering engineering or design solutions.

Ability to work in a multi-VLAN environment.

WORKING CONDITIONS :

Work location is at TPWD Austin Headquarters, from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday; alternative work schedules may be available.

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

Required to pass a national fingerprint-based background check to maintain employment.

May be required to travel out-of-town with possible overnight stays with advanced notice.

May be required to operate a state vehicle.

Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.

TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER



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Closing Date: May 28, 2025, 11:59:00 PM

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