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:

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  Job Title
  
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  Dates of employment (month/year)
  
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  Name of Employer, Name of Supervisor Description of duties performed
  
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  Volunteer experience credit is counted toward any experience requirement. Please list those experiences to receive credit towards meeting the minimum requirements.
  
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  Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification; you may state 'unknown' for any incomplete fields.
  
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  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.
  
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  Applications with "See attached" or "See resume" will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
  
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  Resumes are encouraged as attachments but will not be used to determine eligibility
  
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  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

Game Warden (All Levels/Ranks)

Army

11A, 11B, 11C, 11Z, 18A, 18B, 18F, 18Z, 31A, 31B, 31D, 31K, 31Z, 35L, 35M, 180A, 311A, 351L, 351M

Game Warden (All Levels/Ranks)

Navy

GM, MA, SB, SO, 113X, 615X, 649X, 715X, 717X, 749X

Game Warden (All Levels/Ranks)

Coast Guard

GM, IV, ME, MST, OS, INV, MLES, OAF10, OAP10, OAP12, OAP14, OAR10, OAR13, OAR17, SEI18

Game Warden (All Levels/Ranks)

Marine Corps

0300, 0311, 0313, 0317, 0321, 0324, 0331, 0341, 0352, 0363, 0365, 0367, 0369, 0372, 0393, 5811, 5812, 5813, 5814, 5816, 5819, 5821, 0370, 5803, 5805

Game Warden (All Levels/Ranks)

Air Force

1N0X1, 1Z4X1, 3P0X1, 7S0X1, 14NX, 19ZK, 31PX, 71SX

Game Warden (All Levels/Ranks)

Space Force

5IO, 5IX, 14N

*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:

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  Veteran- DD214 showing honorable discharge or Statement of Service (only for transitioning service members who have not reached their date of separation).
  
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  Surviving spouse of a veteran who has not remarried- Marriage Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation.
  
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  Orphan of a veteran killed while on active duty- Birth Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation.
  
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  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.
  
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  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: Major Brent Satsky, (512) 389-8824, Brent.Satsky@tpwd.texas.gov

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: To be determined from the following TPWD Law Enforcement Offices: -Region 2 (Garland) 346 Oaks Trail, Suite 100, Garland TX, 75043, Region 2 (Ft. Worth) 5400Airport Freeway, Suite E, Fort Worth, TX 76117, Region 4 (North Houston) 350 North Sam Houston Parkway East, Suite 100 Houston, TX 77060, Region 4 (South Houston) 10101 Southwest Freeway, Suite 206, Houston, TX 77074, Region 5 (San Antonio) 2391 Northeast Loop 410, Suite 409, San Antonio, TX 78217, Region 6 (Abilene) 281 N. Willis, Abilene, TX 79603, Region 7 (Austin) 1340 Airport Commerce Drive, Austin, TX 78741, Region 8 (Corpus Christi) 5541 Bear Lane, Suite 232, Corpus Christi, TX 78405.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

NOTE: INTERNAL POSTING, OPEN TO TPWD EMPLOYEES ONLY.

Under the direction of the Special Operations Major , this position performs wildlife, conservation, and natural resources enforcement work. responsible for supervising and managing the statewide Game Warden K-9 program. Oversees K-9 operations including call out procedures, logistics and operational planning. Accountable for the K-9 selection process. Performs special assignments for Emergency Management, Homeland Security and other duties as assigned. Works under minimal supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.



Qualifications:

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

% of Time

Essential Job Duties by Category

55%

Law Enforcement Duties :

Plans, assigns, schedules, evaluates and supervises the work of the K-9 team. Develops, implements, evaluates and/or supervises special programs, special operations, special investigations or other special assignments within the state as it pertains to K-9. Supervises, coordinates and monitors emergency management operations within K-9 during disasters and emergency situations. Coordinates law enforcement activities with other local, state and federal agencies. Confers with local law enforcement, court officers, and state officials concerning department activities. Coordinates and conducts LE patrols as assigned.

20%

Program or Position Specific Duties:

Manages and maintains K-9 team certifications (Canine and Handler), record keeping of training aids, training in all certified disciplines, statistical records, quarterly reports and budget and purchasing requests. Prepares and maintains an annual K-9 operating budget. Monitors and supervises all K-9 purchases. Coordinate with canine veterinarians and other canine professionals to ensure canine health and success. Completes special and monthly reports to reflect K-9 operations, activities, programs and equipment use.

20%

Supervisory Duties:

Supervision of others to include onboarding, performance evaluations, personnel actions, time approvals, travel voucher approvals and offboarding tasks. Required to participate in supervisory training as assigned by Human Resources and/or divisional leadership. Reviews all reports, including citations, case reports, case dispositions and other paperwork for accuracy and completeness, including the evaluation and reporting of criminal and investigative data. Conducts investigations into complaints from the public and other investigations as assigned by the Major.

5%

Marginal Job Duties:

Performs additional duties as assigned. Complies with Agency, Division and Department 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 :

Eight (8) years of experience as a Texas Game Warden from the date of graduation from the Game Warden Training Academy.

Licensure :

Commissioned as a Texas 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 TCOLE Advanced Peace Officer Proficiency Certification.

Must possess a valid class "C" or higher Texas Driver's License.

NOTE: Retention of position contingent upon maintaining required licenses and certifications.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education :

Current TCOLE Instructor Certification.

Experience :

Three years of experience as a law enforcement K9 handler

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and regulations related to Law Enforcement.

Skill in oral and written communication.

Skill in using Microsoft Office Suite, Virtual meeting platforms (MS Teams, Zoom, Webex, etc) and/or Adobe products.

Skill in assessing administrative problems and implementing appropriate solutions.

Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures to staff and the public.

Ability to interpret and apply state/federal statutes, laws, regulations and provisions of TPWD Code, Texas Penal Code and Texas Code of Criminal Procedure.

Ability to maintain confidential and sensitive information.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with applicants, employees, and the public.

Ability to communicate effectively.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Required to work 8 hours per day, 5 days per week.

Required, as necessary or directed, to work overtime, holidays, weekends, and hours other than regularly scheduled with supervisor approval.

Required to live within 50 air miles of the following TPWD Law Enforcement offices:

-Region 2 (Garland) 346 Oaks Trail, Suite 100, Garland TX, 75043

-Region 2 (Ft. Worth) 5400Airport Freeway, Suite E, Fort Worth, TX 76117

-Region 4 (North Houston) 350 North Sam Houston Parkway East, Suite 100 Houston, TX 77060

-Region 4 (South Houston) 10101 Southwest Freeway, Suite 206, Houston, TX 77074

-Region 5 (San Antonio) 2391 Northeast Loop 410, Suite 409, San Antonio, TX 78217

-Region 6 (Abilene) 281 N. Willis, Abilene, TX 79603

-Region 7 (Austin) 1340 Airport Commerce Drive, Austin, TX 78741

-Region 8 (Corpus Christi) 5541 Bear Lane, Suite 232, Corpus Christi, TX 78405

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.

TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER


Closing Date: May 15, 2026, 11:59:00 PM

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