TPWD - Natural Resources Specialist V (Hatchery Manager)

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.
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.

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MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY CODES:

Job Classification

Service

Military Specialty

Natural Resources Specialist I-V

Army

92W

Natural Resources Specialist I-V

Navy

AG, 180X, 680X

Natural Resources Specialist I-V

Coast Guard

MST, MSSR, OAR15

Natural Resources Specialist I-V

Marine Corps

6842, 6862, 6802, 8831

Natural Resources Specialist I-V

Air Force

1W0X1, 9S100, 15WX

*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

VETERAN'S PREFERENCE:  If you choose to claim veteran's employment preference including surviving spouse or orphan of a veteran as outlined by the State of Texas, you must attach a DD214 at the time your application is submitted. If you have questions regarding this requirement, please visit our Veteran's Hiring Reference page at https://tpwd.texas.gov/jobs/veterans/
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: Paul Cason, (979) 299-1808
PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: TPWD Coastal Fisheries - Sea Center Texas, 302 Medical Drive, Lake Jackson, Texas 77566

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Under the direction of the Facility Director this position performs highly advanced (senior-level) Natural Resources work including managerial work and overseeing the daily operations and activities of a state fish hatchery.  Establishes goals and objectives; develops guidelines, procedures, rules, and regulations; develop schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving established goals; coordinates and evaluates program activities; and develops budget requests; fish propagation, fish distribution, production analysis, and maintenance of facilities.  Coordinates renovation and maintenance projects necessary for the operations of a state fish hatchery.  Provides outreach to the public.  Plans, assigns, leads, and monitors the work of others at the hatchery.  Assists the Facility Director with various special assignments.  Works under minimal supervision, with extensive 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 OR higher in Biology,

Marine Biology or closely related field.

Experience:

Three years of progressively responsible experience in the operation and/or management of a major

 governmental, or large scale commercial fish hatchery;

Two years of supervisory or team leader experience.

NOTE: Experience may have occurred concurrently. 

Licensure:

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

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

ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS

Education:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in Fisheries Science, Marine Biology

or closely related field may substitute for one year of the required experience;

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a PhD in Biology, Marine Biology or closely related field

may substitute for two years of the required experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

Education:

Graduation from an Accredited college or university with a Master's degree in Fisheries Science, Mariculture,

Marine Biology, or closely related field with substantial course work in aquaculture.

Experience:

Experience in the operation and/or management of a Federal or State governmental fish hatchery.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of marine fish hatchery methods, and conservation issues;

Knowledge of pertinent research and fisheries management techniques and theories;

Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to program areas;

Knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration and management;

Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and policies dealing with fish hatchery operations and water intake

and discharge;

Skill in using MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook;

Skill in effective verbal and written communication;

Skill in public relations;

Skill in effective interaction with staff at all levels of the department and other state agencies and organizations;

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

Skill in training others;

Skill in planning, assigning and/or supervising the work of other;

Skill in providing direction and guidance to less tenured staff;

Skill in managing several projects simultaneously;

Skill in meeting deadlines;

Skill in problem solving;

Skill in developing goals and objectives;

Skill in making independent, sound and timely decisions;

Skill in interacting and communicating effectively orally and in writing on technical issues to diverse groups including

TPWD staff, the public, and governmental agencies;

Skill in reviewing, interpreting, summarizing, and commenting on technical documents;

Skill in using graphics database, statistical and analytical programs;

Skill in serving as a technical expert;

Skill in planning and preparing budgets;

Skill in designing, planning, and conducting large or complex facility and equipment maintenance and repair projects;

Ability to work independently with little or no supervision;

Ability to communicate effectively with the public;

Ability to use sound judgment in dealing with confidential matters of significant consequences;

Ability to exercise sound judgment when making critical decisions;

Ability to work under stressful conditions;

Ability to maintain flexibility and work with frequent interruptions and multiple changing priorities;

Ability to plan and coordinate facility and equipment maintenance programs;

Ability to lead others;

Ability to work as a member of a team;

Ability to maintain strict confidentiality;

Ability to establish goals and objectives;

Ability to devise solutions to administrative problems;

Ability to develop and evaluate administrative policies and procedures;

Ability to prepare concise reports;

Ability to manage program activities;

Ability to devise solutions to programmatic problems;

Ability to conduct work activities in accordance with TPWD safety program.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Required to work hours other than 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with days off other than Saturdays, Sundays and holidays;

Required to adjust to changing schedules;

Required to respond to emergency situations;

Required to work overtime as necessary;

Required to perform work outdoors, occasionally in adverse weather conditions;

Required to perform work in water-based field activities, including work aboard seagoing vessels;

Required to operate a state vehicle;

Required to travel 15% with possible overnight stays;

Must conform to TPWD dress and grooming standards, work rules and safety procedures;

Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.

TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER