TPWD - Auditor III (Recreation Grants Auditor)

TEXAS PARKS AND WILDLIFE
Austin, Texas United States  View Map
Posted: Oct 08, 2025
  • Full Time
  • Accounting and Finance
  • Fundraising or Grants Administration
  • Parks and Recreation
  • Job Description

    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.

    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 include

    • Job Title

    • Dates of employment (month/year)

    • Hours worked per week

    • Name of Employer, Name of Supervisor and Phone Number

    • 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.

    • 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.

    • Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification; you may state 'unknown' 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 "See attached" or "See resume" will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

    • 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.

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    MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY CODES:

    Job Classification

    Service

    Military Specialty

    Auditor I-V

    Army

    36A, 70C

    Auditor I-V

    Navy

    310X, 651X, 751X

    Auditor I-V

    Coast Guard

    F&S, FIN10

    Auditor I-V

    Marine Corps

    3402, 3404, 3408, 8844

    Auditor I-V

    Air Force

    2R0X1, 6F0X1, 8I200, 65FX, 87Q0

    *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.

    HIRING CONTACT: Brian Lofgren, (512) 389-8714

    PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: 1340 Airport Commerce Dr, Austin, TX 78741

    GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

    Under the direction of the Texas Parks & Wildlife (TPWD) Recreation Grants Fiscal Manager this position performs highly complex (senior-level) auditing work. Work involves examining and reviewing records and reimbursement requests to ensure legal compliance with laws and regulations related to state and federal grants. Provides technical assistance to grant recipients and to program staff. 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 an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree.

    Experience:

    Three years experience in government auditing or accounting.

    Licensure:

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

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

    ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS:

    Education:

    One additional year of experience in government auditing or accounting may substitute for 30 semester hours of the required education, with a maximum substitution of 120 hours.

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

    Education:

    Graduation from an accredited college or university with major coursework in accounting, business administration, finance, economics, or a related field.

    Experience:

    Experience with auditing state or federal grants;

    Experience using CAPPS Purchasing (receipting) module.

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

    Knowledge of accounting and auditing methods and systems;

    Knowledge of generally accepted auditing standards and procedures;

    Knowledge of 2 CFR 200;

    Knowledge of Texas Grant Management Standards;

    Skill in using MS Word, Excel, Outlook and financial software;

    Skill in effective verbal and written communication;

    Skill in assimilating and deciphering reimbursement requests;

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

    Skill in training others;

    Ability to compose clear and concise reports;

    Ability to gather and analyze accurate and relevant audit information;

    Ability to accurately complete and assemble audit working papers;

    Ability to communicate effectively, and to provide guidance to others;

    Ability to perform manual labor including, lifting supplies and materials up to 20 lbs.;

    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 overtime as necessary;

    Required to perform manual labor including, lifting supplies and materials up to 20 lbs.;

    Required to travel 5% with possible overnight stays;

    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: Oct 21, 2025, 11:59:00 PM
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • Texas Parks and Wildlife
    • Texas Parks and Wildlife

    We are TPWD

    Providing outdoor recreational opportunities, managing and protecting fish and wildlife habitat, and managing parklands and historic areas

    Divisions & Positions

    Our skilled workforce operates within 13 divisions at 200 locations across Texas.

    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.

    Philosophy

    In fulfilling our mission, we will: Be a recognized national leader in implementing effective natural resources conservation and outdoor recreational programs; Serve the state of Texas, its citizens, and our employees with the highest standards of service, professionalism, fairness, courtesy, and respect; Rely on the best available science to guide our conservation decisions; Responsibly manage agency finances and appropriations to ensure the most efficient and effective use of tax-payer and user fee resources; Attract and retain the best, brightest, and most talented workforce to successfully execute our mission.

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