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. NEED HELP? Watch our VIDEO ON HOW TO APPLY FOR JOBS MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY CODES: Job Classification Service Military Specialty Staff Services Officer I-V
Army
36B, 42A, 51C, 89A, 92A, 92Z, 36A, 42B, 42H, 51C, 70C, 70F, 92A, 420A, 920A, 920B
Staff Services Officer I-V
Navy
LS, LSS, PS, YN, YNS, 120X, 641X
Staff Services Officer I-V
Coast Guard
SK, YN, F&S, FIN10, PERS, SEI11, SEI15, WEPS
Staff Services Officer I-V
Marine Corps
0111, 0147, 0161, 0171, 0431, 0491, 3152, 4821, 8411, 8412, 0102, 0160, 0170, 0430, 2102, 4801, 4802, 4803, 4804, 4810, 6607, 8840, 8862
Staff Services Officer I-V
Air Force
2G0X1, 3F0X1, 3F1X1, 4A1X1, 8A200, 8U000, 16GX, 20C0, 30C0, 38FX, 60C0, 63AX, 63G0, 63S0
Staff Services Officer I-V
Space Force
63A
*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: James Harden, (512) 389-4301 Email Address: james.harden@tpwd.texas.gov
PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: TPWD Headquarters, 4200 Smith School Road, Austin, TX 78744
GENERAL DESCRIPTION This position will provide support to the State Parks Facility Management program, providing support and basic purchasing to support day to day operations.
Under the direction of Facility Management Program Director, this position performs routine (journey-level) staff services work. Duties involve several staff services functions such as human resources, accounting, budgeting, purchasing, training, payroll, records management, and/or property management. Provides assistance to several positions such as directors, supervisors/managers, and/or staff related to various staff services functions. Prepares, edits and distributes correspondence, reports, forms and documents. Works under moderate supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES: % of Time Essential Job Duties by Category 25%
Human Resource, Training and/or Payroll Duties: In consultation with the Human Resources Division and Regional/Division leadership, prepares, edits, and distributes correspondence, reports, forms, and documents.
May coordinate and schedule training for agency employees.
May coordinate and assist with developing job postings and screening applicants; and may answer policy and procedure questions on promotions, demotions, merit increases, transfers, and separation of employees.
May process employee payroll changes, handle employee leave requests, and serve as leave coordinator.
May monitor/track employees timesheets for completeness.
25%
Purchasing, Accounting and/or Budgeting Duties:
May order merchandise, supplies, and equipment in accordance with state and agency requirements.
May prepare and track all procurement requests in accordance with all state and agency requirements.
May process purchase orders, coordinate and monitor expenditures, and maintain inventory.
May assist with developing budgets.
May make purchases with a state procurement card.
Assists supervisor or upper management with data needed for budget preparation.
Accurately monitors and maintains budget tracking system as requested.
Reviews expenditure history as requested by supervisor or other management staff.
May maintain procurement card logs, receipts and other related documents.
Develops and/or assists in writing specifications for various good and services.
25%
Travel, Records and/or Property Management Duties:
May coordinate and schedule travel for agency employees and serve as travel coordinator.
May perform record retention work and coordinate with staff on disposal of records according to the agency retention schedule.
May analyze internal processes and assist with recommending and implementing procedural or policy changes to improve operations.
May maintain equipment, materials, and supplies.
20%
Other Division Specific Job Duties:
Plans, coordinates and facilitates meeting locations, preparation of presentations as required. Conducts administrative reports, documents, or summaries to ensure completeness.
5%
Marginal Job Duties:
Performs additional duties as assigned. Complies with Agency, Division and Department rules, regulations, and procedures.
Qualifications: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education: Graduation from High School or GED.
Experience: Three years of experience in performing several staff services functions such as administrative support, business administration, purchasing or budget preparation work.
Experience providing assistance to several positions such as directors, supervisors/managers, and/or staff related to various staff services functions.
Experience preparing, editing, or distributing correspondence, reports, forms or documents.
NOTE: Experience may have occurred concurrently.
Licensure: Must successfully complete the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts Basic Texas Purchaser Course within six months of employment hire date if required by agency or divisional leadership.
Must possess a valid State driver's license.
NOTE: Retention of position contingent upon obtaining and maintaining required license and completion of required training.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience: Experience in expenditure tracking, budget management or reconciliation.
Experience in State of Texas purchasing and procurement.
Experience in human resources administration and/or hiring practices.
Experience writing detailed, professional emails, letters or reports.
Experience in training others.
Experience in customer service, public relations or handling customer complaints.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge fiscal control or budgeting techniques or practices.
Knowledge of administrative support work.
Knowledge of records retention and archival methods.
Knowledge of purchasing and procurement methods and procedures.
Skill in coordinating activities.
Sill in the use of a computer and/or applicable software.
Skill in critical thinking.
Skill in using Microsoft Office Suite, Virtual meeting platforms (MS Teams, Zoom, Webex, etc) and/or Adobe products.
Skill in identifying, researching and compiling information.
Ability to study or evaluate programs and propose recommendations.
Ability to communicate effectively.
WORKING CONDITIONS Required to work 8 hours per day, 5 days per week.
May be required to work overtime, holidays, weekends, and hours other than regularly scheduled with supervisor approval.
May be required to operate a state vehicle.
Required to travel 5% with possible overnight stays.
Required to conform to dress and grooming standards, work rules and safety procedures.
Required to follow non-smoking policy in all state buildings and vehicles.
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