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 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
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: Chief Chris Davis, (512) 468-4776
PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: TPWD Headquarters, 4200 Smith School Road, Austin, TX 78744
GENERAL DESCRIPTION PLEASE NOTE: The salary listed on this posting will receive a 5% legislative appropriated increase effective 9/1/2024. NOTE: Posting open to TPWD Law Enforcement employees only.
Under the direction of the Chief of Support Services, this position performs wildlife, conservation, and natural resources enforcement work, including, responsible for planning, coordinating, and evaluating statewide law enforcement programs for Wildlife Enforcement, Fisheries Enforcement, and Water Safety Enforcement. Provides direct supervision to the Wildlife Law Administrator (Assistant Commander), Fisheries Law Administrator (Assistant Commander), Boating Law Administrator (Assistant Commander), and their programs and staff. Provides direct supervision to the Law Enforcement Communications (dispatch) supervisor and is responsible for the police communications program. Provides guidance, leadership, and supervision to employees assigned to the Law Enforcement Division while maintaining and fostering open communication and requesting input. Represents the Colonel, Lieutenant Colonel, and Chief of Support Services when assigned, in meetings that formulate law enforcement procedures or affect Divisional programs or policy including professional standards and accreditation programs. Supervises and coordinates the Division's Legislative process with input from field operations, special operations, the Game Warden Training Center, and headquarters. Reviews and proofs statutes, regulations, policies, procedures, and programs. Coordinates the Division's rule making process with input from other TPWD Divisions, field operations, special operations, the Game Warden Training Center, headquarters, and stakeholders to ensure that all deadlines are met and enacted legislation and adopted regulations are accurate and distributed appropriately.
Coordinates with the EO including Intergovernmental Affairs, the Division, and other divisions, regarding Legislative updates, inquires, testimony, and site visits. Represents the Division at the Texas Legislature and TPWD Commission meetings as a resource witness. Coordinates with the Communications Division, field operations, special operations, the Game Warden Training Center, and headquarters on statewide press releases, media inquiries, and media related responses. Responsible for coordinating the completion of annual Division reporting requirements. Works with field and headquarters staff to coordinate the Law Enforcement Awards process. Responsible for the Chaplain program including direct supervision of the lead chaplain. Assists in planning and monitoring future law enforcement procedures including the Divisional and Agency strategic plans and Divisional policy. Maintains open communication. 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.
NOTE: Applicant must complete and attach the TEXAS GAME WARDEN PROMOTION QUALIFICATION FORM (FORM PWD1435) to the application in CAPPS Recruit to be considered for the position.
Qualifications: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree;
Graduation from the Texas Game Warden Training Academy.
Experience: Must have four (4) years of experience at the rank of Lieutenant or above, or two (2) years as Captain or Assistant Commander.
Licensure: Must possess and maintain a valid class "C" Texas driver's license;
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).
NOTE: Retention of position contingent upon obtaining and maintaining required licenses.
ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS Education: One additional year of the required experience as a Texas Game Warden may substitute for 30 hours of the required education, with a maximum substitution of 120 hours.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Knowledge of department hiring, promoting, transferring, and disciplinary action policies and procedures;
Knowledge of state and federal statutes and regulations related to wildlife and natural resource enforcement, the Texas Penal Code, the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure and TPWD policies and procedures;
Knowledge of statutes, proclamations, regulations and policies related to the enforcement of all provisions of the Texas Penal Code, the Code of Criminal Procedure, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Code, and all regulatory acts adopted under the authority of the Parks and Wildlife Code regarding fisheries resources, game animal resources, game bird resources, non-game resources, furbearing resources and provisions of the Texas Water Safety Act;
Skill in using MS Word, Excel and Outlook;
Skill in effective verbal and written communication;
Skill in assessing training and development needs of subordinate staff, and coordinating or providing training to meet those needs;
Skill in assessing administrative problems and arriving at and implementing appropriate solutions;
Skill in working with other professionals to identify and accomplish common goals and objectives;
Skill in assessing administrative problems and implementing appropriate solutions;
Skill in developing and presenting in-service training;
Ability to use effective and appropriate supervision, guidance and leadership techniques to promote employee morale and commitment to agency and division work goals, objectives, programs, policies and procedures;
Ability to implement, coordinate and evaluate administrative and operational policies, procedures, programs, activities, goals and objectives;
Ability to coordinate, monitor and analyze the effectiveness of law enforcement programs, activities and operations;
Ability to work effectively and cooperatively within a management team;
Ability to manage priorities, workloads and projects under tight deadlines with little supervision;
Ability to provide knowledgeable and accurate guidance and leadership to personnel;
Ability to effectively manage a budget;
Ability to supervise personnel regarding reports and other required paperwork being established within timeframes and according to the Department procedures;
Ability to conduct work activities in accordance with TPWD safety program.
WORKING CONDITIONS Required to reside within 50 air miles of TPWD Headquarters;
Required to work from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday:
Required to work overtime as necessary;
Required to use appropriate safety procedures and equipment;
Required to meet annual qualifications with Firearms and Law Enforcement Tools along with TCOLE training requirements;
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.
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