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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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MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY CODES:
Job Classification
Service
Military Specialty
Game Warden (all levels)
Army
11A, 11B, 11C, 11Z, 18A, 18B, 18F, 18Z, 31A, 31B, 31D, 31K, 31Z, 35L, 35M, 180A, 311A, 351L, 351M
Game Warden (all levels)
Navy
GM, MA, SB, SO, 113X, 615X, 649X, 715X, 717X, 749X
Game Warden (all levels)
Coast Guard
INV, MLES, OAF10, OAF10, OAP10, OAP12, OAP14, OAR10, OAR13, OAR17, SEI18
Game Warden (all levels)
Marine Corps
0300, 0311, 0313, 0317, 0321, 0324, 0331, 0341, 0370, 5803, 5805
Game Warden (all levels)
Air Force
1N0X1, 1Z4X1, 3P0X1, 7S0X1, 14NX, 19ZK, 31PX, 71SX
*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 complete the TPWD Military Employment Preference Survey and attach this form and required documentation referenced on this form 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:
1. Veteran- DD214 showing honorable discharge.
2. Surviving spouse of a veteran who has not remarried- Marriage Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation.
3. Orphan of a veteran killed while on active duty- Birth Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation.
4. 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.
5. 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, telework, 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: Captain Chase McAninch, (325) 948-3301
PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: TPWD Game Warden Training Center, 4363 FM 1047, Hamilton, TX 76531
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
NOTE: INTERNAL POSTING. OPEN TO TPWD LAW ENFORCEMENT EMPLOYEES ONLY.
Under the direction of the GWTC Academy Captain, the Academy Lieutenant is responsible for wildlife, conservation, and natural resources enforcement work, including, managing, evaluating and assisting with administrative and operational activities related to conservation and other law enforcement training as assigned at the Texas Game Warden Training Academy. Responsibilities include overseeing cadet administration, field in-service training, analysis, and development; presenting training programs and activities and providing guidance and leadership to other personnel. 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.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree.
Graduation from the Texas Game Warden Training Academy.
Experience:
Six years experience as a Game Warden from the date of graduation from the Game Warden Training Academy.
Licensure:
Basic TCOLE Instructor Certification
Commissioned as a Game Warden by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.
Must possess a current license as a peace officer by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE).
Must possess a valid class "C" Texas driver's License.
NOTE: Retention of position contingent upon maintaining required licenses and certifications.
ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS:
Education:
One additional year as a Game Warden beyond the minimum requirement may substitute for thirty semester hours of the required education, with a maximum substitution of 120 semester hours.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of adult learning theories;
Knowledge of statutes, proclamations, regulations and policies related to the enforcement of all provisions of the Texas Penal Code and the Texas Parks and Wildlife Code, and all regulatory acts adopted under the authority of the Parks and Wildlife Code regarding, State Parks, fisheries resources, game animal resources, game bird resources, non-game resources, furbearing resources and provisions of the Texas Water Safety Act;
Knowledge of the Texas Disaster Plan, including TPWD and regional responsibilities during a disaster, in order to effectively handle the responsibilities of being assigned to the District Emergency Operation Center during emergencies and disasters;
Skill in applying adult learning theories in presenting cadet and in-service training learning objectives to students;
Skill in identifying needs to update current curriculum to reflect changing TCOLE mandates and learning objectives and other professional developmental lesson objectives;
Skill in identifying special Information & Education program and staff training needs;
Skill in developing and delivering presentations and training material and courses to meet identified needs;
Skill in effectively communicating and dealing with other people to achieve work related goals and objectives of cadet and in-service training;
Skill in actively recruiting qualified and diverse applicants through education of the duties and responsibilities of a State Game Warden;
Skill in use of instructional software used in training presentations;
Skill in using sound judgment in making training decisions;
Skill in using computers to develop, maintain and monitor reports, records, documents and other information, including the development of lesson plans, performance evaluations, property inventories of cadets, tracking training equipment used in cadet instruction;
Skill in using MS Word, Excel, Adobe, PowerPoint, FMS, ePortal, SharePoint, and Outlook;
Skill in creating and managing correspondence, reports, documents and other forms of written communication;
Ability to apply agency, state and federal laws, statutes, regulations, proclamations, policies and procedures;
Ability to research and organize information to assist in the preparation and monitoring of regional budgets;
Ability to use agency and divisional purchasing procedures to facilitate regional purchasing and provide assistance to direct supervisor - Captain Game Warden and others as requested;
Ability to plan and organize workloads and priorities;
Ability to plan, organize and coordinate meetings, including agendas and logistical support;
Ability to function as the regional liaison in the Emergency Operation Center during a disaster;
Ability to function as the Divisional Armorer and Safety Officer;
Ability to evaluate, mentor, manage, supervise, and prepare cadets;
Ability to conduct work activities in accordance with TPWD safety program.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Required to work from 8:00 to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday;
Required to adjust to changing schedules;
Must reside within 50 air miles from the Game Warden Training Center;
Required to operate a State vehicle
Required to travel 20% with possible overnight stays;
Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.
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