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.
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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VIDEO ON HOW TO APPLY FOR JOBS APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS: Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting. To complete the supplemental questions, go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login. CAPPS Recruit,
https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY CODES:
Job Classification
Service
Military Specialty
Human Resources Assistant/Specialist I-VI
Army
42A, 79R, 79S, 79T, 79V, 42B, 42H, 70F, 420A
Human Resources Assistant/Specialist I-VI
Navy
NC, NCC, NCR, PS, YN, YNS, 120X, 168X, 641X, 741X
Human Resources Assistant/Specialist I-VI
Coast Guard
YN, PERS, RCM10, SEI11
Human Resources Assistant/Specialist I-VI
Marine Corps
0111, 0147, 0171, 4821, 8411, 8412, 8421, 8422, 0102, 0170, 4801, 4802, 4803, 4804, 4810, 8840
Human Resources Assistant/Specialist I-VI
Air Force
3F0X1, 3F3X1, 3F4X1, 3F5X1, 3G0X1, 8A100, 8R000, 8R200, 8R300, 38FX, 83R0, 87Q0, 99G0
*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
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: Errol Hardin, (512) 389-8411
PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: TPWD Headquarters, 4200 Smith School Road, Austin, TX 78744
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Under the direction of the Special Leaves Administrator and reporting to the Manager of Employee Relations, this position performs complex (journey-level) human resources management work. Responsible for the coordination and administration of the Commercial Driver Drug and Alcohol Testing Program; Workers' Compensation and Leave Administration issues such as Family and Medical Leave (FMLA), Leave Without Pay (LWOP), Sick Leave Pool (SLP), Workers Compensation (W/C), Transitional Duty Assignments (TDAs) Donated Sick Leave (DSL), Parental Leave, Military Leave, and Short/Long Term Disability. Provides objective counsel and guidance regarding employee rights and responsibilities on leave administration compliance, policy, procedures and processes. Interprets policies and instructs employees, supervisors and managers on proper processes and procedures for the Commercial Driver Drug and Alcohol Testing Program as well as all types of special leaves. Identifies and evaluates leave specifics, makes initial case decisions and processes certifications in accordance with regulations and policies. Communicates approvals, denials, leave extensions, re-certifications, return to work plans and other relevant information regarding leave to all involved in the process. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for use of discretion and independent judgment. Performs additional duties as assigned. Complies with all Agency, Division and Branch rules, regulations and procedures.
Qualifications:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or closely related field.
Experience:
One year of experience in determining eligibility for a program benefit. Experience may be in a human resources, social services, or similar professional setting.
One year experience of providing consultation and advising employees, clients, supervisors and managers on FMLA and Workers Compensation.
One year of experience coordinating a program in a professional employment or volunteer setting.
NOTE: Experience may have occurred concurrently.
Licensure:
Applicant must possess a valid "C" Texas driver's license.
ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS
Education:
One additional year of the required experience coordinating a program in a professional employment or volunteer setting, may substitute for thirty semester hours of the required education, with a maximum substitution of 120 semester hours.
Experience:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or closely related field, may substitute for one year of the required experience in determining eligibility for a program benefit.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience:
Three years experience in human resources special consultation advising employees, supervisors and managers on FMLA and Workers Compensation;
Experience producing written findings and writing investigative reports;
Experience in developing and delivering training;
Experience making leave administration eligibility determinations;
Experience in CAPPS/HRIS.
Licensure:
Current HRCI Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional in Human
Resources (SPHR) certification OR SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) certification.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of federal and state employment law, including Title VII, ADA, ADAAA, FMLA and FLSA;
Knowledge of federal and state Workers Compensation regulations and processes;
Knowledge of Human Resources related state and federal laws;
Knowledge of TPWD Human Resources related policies and procedures;
Skill in using MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook;
Skill in effective verbal and written communication;
Skill in providing quality customer service in a courteous and professional manner;
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective work relationships with co-workers and work-related contacts;
Skill in effective interaction with staff at all levels of the department and other State agencies and organizations;
Skill in reviewing, assessing and comprehending policies and regulations;
Skill in gathering and analyzing qualitative data through interviews, gathering and analyzing quantitative data, drawing logical conclusions from data sets and producing written findings;
Skill in using an HRIS or electronic data system to retrieve data and/or generate reports;
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality;
Ability to work under stressful conditions;
Ability to maintain flexibility and work with frequent interruptions and changing priorities;
Ability to listen empathetically and compassionately, ask relevant questions and abstract facts from conversations and interviews;
Ability to identify and resolve employee relations problems, to counsel employees and managers on sensitive issues;
Ability to promptly review new FMLA and other leave administration notices, determine eligibility within timeline standards and prioritize work assignments;
Ability to respond to employee and employer inquiries;
Ability to follow-up as required with employee, manager/supervisor and/or healthcare provider regarding recertification of a serious health condition, intermittent claim tracking, confirmation of actual return-to-work, etc.;
Ability to manage multiple assignments and to plan, coordinate and report on projects and events;
Ability to make presentations before groups or individuals;
Ability to work as a member of a team or at times work independently;
Ability to perform manual labor including, lifting supplies and materials up to 25 lbs.;
Ability to perform work activities in accordance with TPWD safety program.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Required to work from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday/alternative work schedule may be available;
This position is suitable to telework two days per week and the candidate may be allowed to telework with supervisor approval;
Required to work overtime as necessary;
Required to perform manual labor including, lifting supplies and materials up to 25 lbs.;
May be required to operate a State vehicle;
Required to travel 10% with possible overnight stays;
Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.
TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Closing Date: May 1, 2024, 11:59:00 PM
