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.
WATCH OUR 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 Program Specialist I-VII
Army
No Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.
Program Specialist I-VII
Navy
OS, YN, YNS, 611X, 612X, 641X, 712X
Program Specialist I-VII
Coast Guard
OS, YN, OSS, PERS,
Program Specialist I-VII
Marine Corps
No Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.
Program Specialist I-VII
Air Force
8U000, 16GX, 60C0, 63G0, 86M0, 86P0, 88A0, 88B0
*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: Jill Kreindler, (512) 389-8698
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. Under the direction of the Marketing and Brand Manager, this position is responsible for performing highly complex (senior-level) consultative services and technical assistance work including product/literature design, printing, production and inventory coordination. Work involves coordinating or initiating the planning, purchasing, stocking, fulfillment and/or distribution of promotional and operational literature and products for use by the public or by the agency. Duties include researching and ordering park promotional products, and monitoring their production, procurement and printing schedule; communicating with park field/headquarters staff, management, and other relevant parties on status and completion dates. Scope also comprises of inventory management with assignment of inventory numbers and monitoring stock, movement and fulfillment of park literature and other documents and products to ensure efficiencies. Role identifies and coordinates cooperative purchasing opportunities and assists with park promotions. Job also helps with maintaining accounting, costs and expenditure records, managing budget allocations/funding levels and performing cost analyses. Works under limited supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Performs additional duties as assigned. Complies with all Agency, Division and Region rules, regulations and procedures.
Qualifications: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree.
Experience: Two years experience in marketing, communications, park business environment or related field.
Licensure: Applicant must possess or be able to obtain, within 30 days of employment, a Texas class "C" driver's license.
NOTE: Retention of position contingent upon obtaining and maintaining required license
ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS: Education: One additional year of the required experience may substitute for 30 semester 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 Business Administration, Marketing, Communications or closely related field.
Experience: Five years experience in a promotions, marketing, communications, park business environment or related field;
Experience with illustrative, photographic, and/or audiovisual content editing and production;
Experience in a park or recreation agency environment;
Experience in project management.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge of integrated promotions, business, marketing and public relations concepts and strategies;
Knowledge of marketplace conditions and revenue principles;
Knowledge of printing services including design, production and distribution;
Knowledge of supply management and inventory control;
Knowledge of promotional product and literature purchasing and procurement;
Knowledge of the outdoor recreation or travel industry;
Knowledge of tourism marketing on state-wide and local levels;
Skill in using MS Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook;
Skill in effective verbal and written communication;
Skill in managing several projects simultaneously;
Skill in fulfillment coordination and/or transfer of printed stock from one location to another.
Ability to maintain flexibility and work with frequent interruptions and multiple changing priorities;
Ability to analyze complex information and develop plans to address unidentified issues;
Ability to research and prepare information;
Ability to design and implement broad communications plans/materials and communicate them effectively;
Ability to coordinate fulfillment and/or transfer of printed stock from one location to another;
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing;
Ability to manage multiple projects;
Ability to effectively practice time and stress management techniques;
Ability to pay attention to detail with a high level of accuracy;
Ability to work as a member of a team;
Ability to work independently for extended periods of time;
Ability to conduct work activities in accordance with TPWD safety program.
WORKING CONDITIONS: Required to work 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, alternative work schedule may be available;
Required to work overtime and weekends, as necessary;
Required to travel 5% with possible overnight stays;
Must conform to TPWD dress and grooming standards, work rules, and safety procedures;
May be required to operate a State vehicle;
Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.
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