TPWD - Staff Services Officer I (Wildlife Staff Services Officer)

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)

• 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 ‘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.

• 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 Classification| Service| Military Specialty
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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 : Devin R. Erxleben, (254) 434-3184, Email: devin.erxleben@tpwd.texas.gov

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS : Roger R. Fawcett WMA, 4730 FM 2692, Gordon, Texas 76453

GENERAL __DESCRIPTION :

This position will provide administrative support to staff working on 4 wildlife management areas and to staff working across a 27-county wildlife district. The position will be located at the Roger R. Fawcett WMA near Gordon, TX.

Under the direction of the Cross Timbers and Prairies Ecosystem Project Leader, 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.

*NOTE* : A cover letter and resume are recommended with application.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES :

% of Time| Essential Job Duties by Category
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15%| Human Resource, Training and/or Payroll Duties :In consultation with the Human Resources Division, prepares, edits, tracks, and distributes correspondence, reports, forms, projects, and documents. May coordinate and schedule training for agency employees. May coordinate and assist with developing job postings and screening applicants; and may interpret and 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 assist with the preparation and maintenance of human resource activities which may include personnel files and Natural Resource Specialist (NRS-Biologist) and/or Fish and Wildlife Technician (FWT) promotion/progression through the career ladder. May process accident reports and other actions as needed. Handles meeting logistics plus mailing lists. May prepare and receive correspondence to/from local governments, state and federal agencies, consulting firms, and private citizens. May facilitate the routing of response letters and red/blue dot letters for the Executive Office.
50%| 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. Makes procurement card purchases. Maintains accurate records and logs for purchases (including credit and procurement card and purchases) to comply with Purchasing and Auditor requirements. Advises and supports staff on proper interpretation and application of purchasing policies and regulations and the use of Procurement and Fuel Cards. Maintains assigned budget, expenditures, and tracks budget by accounting system, including Regular Operating Budget. Researches complex problems related to procurements and ensures that corrections are made in accordance with established procedures and on time. Assists other administrative support staff performing related duties.
20%| 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. Assists with travel expense vouchers as needed. Enters data into various tracking databases to provide activity reports, maintain schedules, retrieve project information, and maintain both hard copy and electronic filing systems. Responsible for review of employee vehicle reports.
10%| Other Division Specific Job Duties: Assists with the implementation and record-keeping of the Region's safety program. Aids with answering multi-line phone system by routing incoming calls and taking messages. Prepares and disseminates information concerning Wildlife Division program and procedures. May assist with answering questions regarding public hunts and/or help organize public hunts.
5%| Marginal Job Duties: Performs additional duties as assigned. Complies with Agency, Division and Department rules, regulations, and procedures.