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

Training and Development Assistant/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 Assistant/Specialist I-VI

Navy

PS, 120X, 121X, 123X

Training and Development Assistant/Specialist I-VI

Coast Guard

YN, PERS, SEI20

Training and Development Assistant/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 Assistant/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:

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, 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: Shana Dudley, (512) 389-8455

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: 1340 Airport Commerce Dr, Austin, Texas 78741

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

This position is responsible for providing training and professional development opportunities for all of the employees of Texas Parks and Wildlife Department from an ever-expanding catalogue of topics (i.e., leadership, customer service, conflict management, feedback and coaching, communication, etc.). Some of our classes are presented virtually; many are presented in person, at one of our 199 locations across the state or at a retreat center; some classes last one hour; some last one week. We travel ~40% of the time across our beautiful state to some of the most amazing locations!

Under the direction of the Training and Organization Development (TOD) Manager, this position serves as a Human Resources Training and Development Specialist and performs routine (journey-level) training and development functions. Coordinates and delivers training curricula in supervisory development (soft-skills, critical thinking, team dynamics, leadership), and mandatory employee training such as EEO and Performance Management. Researches subjects; consults with subject matter experts; custom-tailors training packages to agency needs; prepares and assembles training curricula, instructor guides, and other materials. May develop and deliver training directly to the end user or in a variety of formats including train-the-trainer, simulations, games, lectures, group facilitation, and e-learning using innovative adult learning theory, concepts, methods, and techniques. Conducts formal needs and transfer-of-learning assessments and surveys. Participates in planning and coordinating HR and agency-wide employee training, orientation, and recognition programs. Works under moderate supervision, with limited 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.



Qualifications:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent, and thirty (30) academic credit hours from an accredited college or university with course work in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Education, Training, Communications, Psychology or other relevant field.

Experience:

One year training experience with learners.

Licensure:

Applicant must possess a State driver's license.

NOTE: Retention of position contingent upon obtaining and maintaining required license.

ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS:

Experience:

Sixty (60) academic credit hours from an accredited college or university with course work in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Education, Training, Communications, Psychology or other relevant field may substitute for the required one year training experience with learners.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Education, Training, Communications, Psychology or other relevant field.

Experience:

Experience with administration and project management of training events, enrollment, marketing, and course design in state or federal agencies;

Experience with planning education events for employees in dispersed, field-based locations;

Experience in adult education and training delivery and curriculum development;

Experience in conducting management training;

Experience with e-learning systems.

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 adult education in private or public sector organizations focusing on supervisors and managers;

Knowledge of current training and organizational development theories, methods, and models;

Knowledge of group process, group dynamics and interpersonal relations;

Knowledge of simulation and non-simulation based learning methodology, group dynamics, assessment methodology, evaluation techniques, change leadership and process improvement;

Knowledge of instructional technology including learning management systems, online courses and web applications;

Skill in effective verbal and written communication;

Skill in providing customer service in a professional and courteous manner;

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

Skill in working with multiple priorities, changing deadlines and interruptions;

Skill in organizing and managing organizational development projects;

Skill in using MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, Teams and Adobe products

Skill in using e-learning systems;

Skill in the application of computer graphics, spread sheets and data bases for training and organizational development projects;

Skill in conducting training and instructing others using multiple training methodologies;

Skill in team and interpersonal communication and group facilitation;

Ability to effectively speak and facilitate groups of varying sizes in a variety of settings;

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships at all organizational levels within Texas Parks and Wildlife (TPWD) and external organizations;

Ability to work effectively and cooperatively in a small team setting;

Ability to develop, market and promote programs in areas of responsibility;

Ability to formulate learning objectives;

Ability to design and facilitate learning based games or simulations;

Ability to plan and schedule learning events;

Ability to conduct training needs assessment;

Ability to implement and manage projects to completion;

Ability to guide the work of others;

Ability to lift and move up to 25 lbs. of training and program materials;

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; or a similar 40 hour work-week.

Required to work overtime as necessary;

Required to lift and move up to 25 lbs. of training and program materials;

Required to travel 40% with possible overnight stays;

Required to operate a State vehicle;

Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.



TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER



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Closing Date: May 30, 2025, 11:59:00 PM

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