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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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

Manager I-VII

Army

No Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.

Manager I-VII

Navy

111x, 112X 113X 114X, 611X, 612X, 621X, 631X, 632X, 641X, 648X

Manager I-VII

Coast Guard

SEI15

Manager I-VII

Marine Corps

0203, 0207, 0302, 0520, 0602, 0802, 1802, 6502, 7202, 7208, 7210, 7220

Manager I-VII

Air Force

8U000, 9G100, 16GX, 41AX, 86M0, 86P0

*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, 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: LT Game Warden Bryan Baronet, (325) 792-6440

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: To be determined. Required to reside within 50 air miles of one of the following TPWD LE Offices: 346 Oaks Trail #100, Garland, TX 75043 OR 1340 Airport Commerce Dr Bldg 6, Austin, TX 78741

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

NOTE: INTERNAL POSTING, OPEN TO TPWD EMPLOYEES ONLY.

Under the direction of the Marine Enforcement Lieutenant Game Warden, this position performs complex (journey-level) managerial work overseeing the daily operations and activities of mandatory boater education (Section 31.108-110 Parks and Wildlife Code) and water safety outreach. Work involves assuring availability of accredited boater education courses across the state through a variety of means, coordinating and evaluating program activities and managing the program budget. Plans, assigns and supervises the work of program and support staff and volunteers. Oversees the safety of youth and adult participants, and the general public, at boating and water safety outreach and training events, including risk management and special safety considerations around water and boating equipment. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use and 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.

Experience:

Five years of experience in boating safety or marine safety applications;

Four years of experience in related outdoor recreation/education and volunteer management;

Experience supervising or managing staff.

NOTE: Experience may have occurred concurrently.

Licensure:

Must possess a valid class "C" Texas driver's license;

Must possess or be able to obtain, within two years of employment, a Student and Instructor level certification in the state's boater education program.

NOTE: Retention of position is contingent upon obtaining and maintaining required licenses or certification.



ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS

Education:

One additional year of boating or marine applications experience may substitute for thirty semester hours of the required education, with a maximum substitution of sixty semester hours.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in a field related to resource education, community education, or outdoor recreation.

Experience:

Sailing, powerboating and personal watercraft experience;

Experience managing two or more employees.

Licensure:

Current United States Coast Guard Master Mariner license (inland waters) and/or endorsements;

National Association of State Boating Law Administration (NASBLA) Recreational Boating Professional certification.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of Local, State and Federal laws relating to boating and the marine environment;

Knowledge of public administration and management techniques;

Knowledge of volunteer assisted education program planning and implementation;

Knowledge of volunteer management principles and learning/teaching practices and principles;

Knowledge of natural and cultural resources and promotion of outreach;

Knowledge of learning theory and hands-on training practices;

Skill in using MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and Outlook;

Skill in effective verbal and written communication;

Skill in safely operating a boat;

Skill in writing, editing and coordinating communications via magazine, email list-serve, newsletter, radio, television and other media;

Skill in managing program staff and budget;

Skill in volunteer management principles and learning/teaching practices and principles;

Skill in managing several projects simultaneously;

Skill in establishing and maintaining effective work relationships with co-workers and work-related contacts;

Skill in planning, assigning and/or supervising the work of others;

Skill in developing goals and objectives;

Skill in making independent, sound and timely decisions;

Ability to apply principles of water and boating safety, techniques and equipment used to conduct safe, outdoor activities;

Ability to apply principles of event safety and emergency management;

Ability to evaluate methodologies used in educational programs;

Ability to plan, develop and implement training workshops, events and activities using state-of-the-art training techniques, hands-on teaching methods and training aids;

Ability to maintain flexibility and work with frequent interruptions and multiple changing priorities;

Ability to use mandatory safety accessories such as personal floatation devices;

Ability to follow procedures found in the Texas Boater Education Instructor Program, Policies and Procedures Manual;

Ability to conduct work activities in accordance with TPWD safety program.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Required to pass a national fingerprint-based background check to maintain employment.

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 reside within 50 air miles of one of the following TPWD LE Offices: 1340 Airport Commerce Dr. Bldg. 6, Austin, TX 78741 OR 346 Oaks Trail #100, Garland, TX 75043

Required to perform work outdoors, occasionally in adverse weather conditions;

Required to perform water-based field activities, including work aboard seagoing vessels;

Required to use a Personal Floatation Device (PFD) when conducting water or boating activities;

Required to operate a State vehicle;

Required to travel 20% with possible overnight stays;

Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles;

TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER


Closing Date: May 19, 2025, 11:59:00 PM

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