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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https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY CODES: Job Classification Service Military Specialty Training and Development Specialist I-VI
Army
11Z, 18Z, 19Z, 35Z, 74D, 47A, 47C, 47D, 47E, 47F, 47G, 47H, 47J, 47K, 47L, 47M, 47N, 47P, 47Q, 47R, 47S, 47T, 47U, 47V, 47W, 57A, 70H
Training and Development Specialist I-VI
Navy
PS, 120X, 121X, 123X
Training and Development Specialist I-VI
Coast Guard
YN, PERS, SEI20
Training and Development Specialist I-VI
Marine Corps
0233, 0277, 0577, 0691, 0911, 0913, 0914, 0916, 0917, 0918, 0919, 0931, 0932, 0933, 0951, 5977, 6077, 6177, 6877, 7077, 7277, 7377, 0306, 0930, 5977, 6077, 6877, 7077, 7277, 7377, 7537, 7577, 8077, 8802, 8803
Training and Development Specialist I-VI
Air Force
3F2X1, 8B000, 8B100, 8B200, 8T000, 8T100, 9H000, 38FX, 81C0, 81L0, 81T0, 82A0, 83R0, 86M0
*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: Veteran- DD214 showing honorable discharge.
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. 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: Adam Comer, (512) 389-4732
PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: TPWD Headquarters, Education and Outreach, 4200 Smith School Rd, Austin, TX 78744
GENERAL DESCRIPTION :
PLEASE NOTE: The salary listed on this posting will receive a 5% legislative appropriated increase effective 9/1/2024. Under the direction of the Statewide Program Manager, this position performs highly advanced (senior-level) training and development work in the field of aquatic and angler education. Work involves organizing, conducting and evaluating education and training programs, community partnerships and volunteer management, primarily for angler education. Plans and manages for safety of youth and adult participants and the general public at training and outreach events, including risk management and special safety considerations around water and fishing equipment. Recruits, trains and manages a network of regional volunteers who conduct fishing education and fishing events on behalf of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. Provides service to internal and external customers. Sets regional priorities based upon the goals and strategies outlined for the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department and the Communications Division. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement. 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.
Experience :
Four years of experience providing training, interpretation or education in outdoor recreation related job or natural resource field, or volunteer management, or as a teacher in a related field.
Licensure :
Must possess or be able to obtain, within 30 days of employment, a valid Class "C" Texas driver's license;
Must possess or be able to obtain, within 60 days of employment, TPWD Angler Education Instructor certification.
Note: Retention of position contingent upon obtaining and maintaining required license or certification.
ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS :
Education :
One additional year of the required experience may substitute for 30 hours of the required education, with a maximum substitution of 60 semester hours.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :
Education :
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in a field directly related to Natural Resource Education and Outdoor Recreation, such as Park Administration, Recreation, Biology, Forestry, Education, Agriculture Science, Natural Resource Management, Conservation, or Fisheries and Wildlife Management.
Experience :
Developed and delivered Angler/Aquatic education within the last two years as an TPWD Angler Education Instructor or similar role in a class or group setting.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :
Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws relating to the aquatic environment;
Knowledge of angling and aquatic habitats;
Knowledge of techniques for teaching and communicating subject matter to others;
Knowledge of designing education curricula, lesson plans and general public education materials;
Knowledge of the R3 (Recruitment, Retention and Reactivation) initiative;
Skill in using MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook; and database software;
Skill in effective verbal and written communication;
Skill in using a personal computer for conducting business, communication and making presentations;
Skill in planning, preparing and conducting in-person and online training workshops;
Skill in public speaking, writing, editing and coordinating communications via magazine, email, listserv, social media, newsletter, radio, television or other media;
Skill in planning and implementing a volunteer-assisted education program;
Ability to formulate learning objectives;
Ability to apply principles of program safety, event safety and emergency management;
Ability to apply volunteer management principles and practices, team building and training techniques in an education program;
Ability to work as a member of a team and maintain effective working relationships with partners and volunteers;
Ability to integrate natural and cultural resource management with education programs;
Ability to plan, develop and implement training workshops for instructors; and events and activities for the general public;
Ability to collect and compile data for qualitative and quantitative evaluations used in education or outreach programs;
Ability to assist in the statewide coordination of training programs, events and activities;
Ability to plan, assisting and/or supervise the work of others;
Ability to maintain a program budget and follow agency purchasing policies;
Ability to perform manual labor including, lifting supplies and materials up to 40 lbs.;
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 perform duties in both indoor and outdoor locations, to include office, classroom and in various environments;
Required to perform work outdoors, occasionally in adverse weather conditions;
Required to perform manual labor including, lifting supplies and materials up to 40 lbs.;
Required to operate a State vehicle;
Required to travel 30% 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 Closing Date: Aug 7, 2024, 11:59:00 PM
