The mission of Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is 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.

Since our inception in 1895 as the Fish & Oyster Commission, with Texas Game Wardens providing "Law Enforcement off the Pavement," and with the addition of the Game Department in 1907, we became the Texas Game & Fish Commission. When we merged with the State Parks Board in 1963, we became Texas Parks & Wildlife Department. 

Some TPWD highlights:

* Our Coastal Fisheries Division manages resources in 4 million acres of saltwater to sustain fisheries populations and ensure that stocks of commercially and recreationally important species are replenishable. Visit Sea Center Texas in Lake Jackson to learn more and to volunteer!

* Our Inland Fisheries Division works to protect and enhance freshwater aquatic resources across 1.7 million acres of public impoundments and 191,000 miles of rivers and streams. Learn more at the Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center in Athens and to volunteer!

* Our Wildlife Division conducts annual population surveys of 1,200 species and helps develop wildlife management plans for over 30 million acres of private lands. 

*Texas Game Wardens enforce the TPWD code + all regulations; the Texas Penal Code & selected statutes + regulations applicable to hazardous materials and more.

*TPWD's Texas Outdoor Family Program hosts worskhops at State Parks around the state where your family receives hands-on experience learning basic outdoor skills. We provide all the equipment, too! Check out "Texas Outdoor Family" on our website for complete details.

*We have lots of volunteer opportunities where you may help us provide outdoor recreation; manage our natural and cultural resources and more! Select "Volunteer" on our home page to get started!

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TPWD MISSIONTo 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)

Name of Employer, Name of Supervisor 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.

Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification; you may state and#8216;unknownand#8217; 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 and#8220;See attached" or "See resume" will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Resumes are encouraged as attachments but will not be used to determine eligibility

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.MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY CODES:Job ClassificationServiceMilitary SpecialtyNatural Resources Specialist I-VArmy92WNatural Resources Specialist I-VNavyAG, 180X, 680XNatural Resources Specialist I-VCoast GuardMST, MSSR, OAR15Natural Resources Specialist I-VMarine Corps6842, 6862, 6802, 8831Natural Resources Specialist I-VAir Force1W0X1, 9S100, 15WXNatural Resources Specialist I-VSpace ForceNo Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.*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.pdfMILITARY 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 se ving 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: Dale F. Prochaska, (325) 203-8856, Email: Dale.Prochaska@tpwd.texas.govPHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Wildlife Region II, District 5 Office, 309 Sidney Baker South, Kerrville, TX 78028GENERAL DESCRIPTION:Under the direction of the Wildlife Region II Director, the District 5 Leader Performs highly advanced (senior-level) natural resources work. Supervises all field activities, monitors the budget, District research projects, maintenance and operations, and Program directed projects and activities assigned to the 14 county Edwardand#8217;s Plateau District. Supervises and provides training/training opportunities for District employees, prepares administrative and technical reports, regulation proposals, and supervises all activities within the district. Responsible for the development of appropriate demonstrations, public use, and other public outreach and dissemination of information within the district. Works closely with other District, Project, Regional, and Program staff. Disseminates information to the general public, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and other constituents of TPWD (telephone, mail, news media, group presentations, etc.). Responsible for building public support for TPWD programs and wildlife conservation. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Performs additional duties as assigned. Complies with all Agency and Division rules, regulations, and procedures.NOTE: College Transcripts are required.

Qualifications: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Education:Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelorand#8217;s degree preferably in Wildlife Science, Wildlife Management, Wildlife Ecology, Range and Wildlife Management, or closely related field in Natural Resources Management. Major coursework from Bachelorand#8217;s or post-Bachelorand#8217;s degree programs must include a minimum of 24 hours in Wildlife/Habitat Conservation, Wildlife/Natural Resources Management, Wildlife Biology, and/or Research Methods.Experience:Five years of professional experience, not associated with the pursuit of undergraduate or graduate degree programs, as a wildlife biologist, ecologist or as a closely related natural resource scientist.Licensure:Must possess or be able to obtain, within 30 days of employment, a valid class and#8220;Cand#8221; Texas driverand#8217;s license.NOTE: Retention of position contingent upon obtaining and maintaining required license.ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS:Experience:Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Masterand#8217;s degree in Wildlife Science, Wildlife Management, Wildlife Ecology or closely related field in Natural Resource Management, may substitute for one year of the required experience.Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Ph.D. in Wildlife Science, Wildlife Management, Wildlife Ecology or closely related field in Natural Resource Management, may substitute for two years of the required experience.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:Knowledge of life history, ecology, and management needs of wildlife species indigenous to the Edwards Plateau and Llano Uplift Ecological Regions.Knowledge of basic computer operation and its application to wildlife management activities.Knowledge of land-use practices and their impacts on wildlife species.Knowledge of common farming and ranching operations and practices.Knowledge of Department programs, policies, procedures, and operations.Knowledge of wildlife, wildlife ha

TPWD - Natural Resources Specialist V (Wildlife District 5 Leader)

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