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 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 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: 1. Veteran- DD214 showing honorable discharge or Statement of Service (only for transitioning service members who have not reached their date of separation).
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: Texas Parks and Wildlife 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. Under the direction of the Human Resources Employee Relations Manager, this position performs highly complex (senior-level) human resources management work. Responsible for performing work specializing in employee relations issues. Serves as one of the principal contacts for employees and supervisors analyzing problems and providing consultation and solutions to employee relations issues. Provides objective counsel and advice regarding employee rights, responsibilities, and related issues, such as employee/supervisor disputes, employment law or policy interpretation, job performance, workplace conduct, and disciplinary process. Works to help resolve conflicts at the lowest levels. Acts with discretion in handling sensitive employee data. Receives daily guidance from and coordinates work with the Employee Relations Manager. Works under limited supervision, with moderate latitude for use of initiative 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 or higher in Business Administration, Human Resources, or closely related field.
Experience: Four years combined experience in human resource employee relations, including experience in interpreting policies, advising managers and employees regarding policies, job performance, employee conduct and disciplinary matters, conducting discrimination and other employment law related complaint investigations, producing written findings and investigative reports, and managing special projects;
Experience facilitating discussions.
NOTE: Experience may have occurred concurrently.
Licensure: Must possess a valid class "C" Texas driver's license.
ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS Education: Four years of human resource employee relations experience, including experience advising managers and employees and conducting discrimination and other employment complaint investigations may substitute for the education requirement.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in a Human Resources or closely related field.
Experience: Experience mediating workplace disputes;
Experience in designing and delivering training;
Experience working in Texas State or Local Sector Government.
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 Human Resources related state and federal laws;
Knowledge of Human Resources related policies and procedures;
Knowledge of federal and state employment law, including Title VII, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA);
Knowledge of the principles and practices of human resources management;
Skill in using MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook;
Skill in effective and grammatically correct oral 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 deescalating emotionally charged situations leading to calm and civil interactions;
Skill in effective interaction with staff at all levels of an organization and external entities;
Skill in managing several projects simultaneously;
Skill in meeting deadlines;
Skill in gathering and analyzing qualitative data through interviews, gathering and analyzing quantitative and qualitative data, drawing logical conclusions from data sets, and producing written findings;
Skill in identifying, researching, and compiling information;
Skill in knowing how to find information and identifying essential information;
Skill in interpreting, analyzing and explaining policies and procedures;
Skill in making independent, sound and timely decisions;
Skill in analyzing information and data;
Ability to work as a member of a team and independently;
Ability to prepare and deliver presentations to groups or individuals;
Ability to effectively demonstrate negotiation and facilitations skills;
Ability to remain professionally objective and not interject personal biases;
Ability to be detailed oriented and have a high degree of accuracy;
Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information;
Ability to maintain flexibility and work with frequent interruptions and multiple changing priorities;
Ability to maintain professional composure under stressful conditions;
Ability to listen empathetically, ask relevant questions, and abstract facts from conversations and interviews;
Ability to identify and resolve employee relations problems;
Ability to counsel employees and managers on sensitive issues;
Ability to manage multiple assignments and to plan, coordinate, and report on projects and events;
Ability to work under stressful conditions;
Ability to devise logical strategies based on variables that are present;
Ability to travel by motor vehicle for prolonged periods of drive time;
Ability to explain policies and procedures to staff and the public;
Ability to maintain confidential and sensitive information;
Ability to develop and analyze human resources processes;
Ability to serve as a lead worker providing direction to others;
Ability to perform manual labor, including lifting supplies and materials up to 10 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/flexible schedules available;
Required to work on holidays, weekends, and hours other than 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. as necessary;
Required to work overtime, as necessary;
Required to work under emotionally stressful situations;
Required to perform manual labor, including supplies and materials up to 10 lbs.;
Must conform to TPWD dress and grooming standards, work rules, and safety procedures;
Required to travel to various locations by motor vehicle with prolonged periods of drive time that may exceed 3 hours;
Required to operate a State vehicle;
Required to travel 10% with possible overnight stays;
Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.
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