Natural Resources Specialist IV (Creel Survey Program Leader) (00041421)

TPWD – Natural Resources Specialist IV (Creel Survey Program Leader) (00041421) 

Organization: PARKS AND WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT 

Primary Location: Texas-Rockport 

Work Locations: 

CF-Rockport Marine Lab 

702 Navigation Circle 

 Rockport 78382

Job: Management 

Employee Status: Regular 

Schedule: Full-time Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00 

Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time 

State Job Code: 2685  

Salary Admin Plan: B 

Grade: 22  

Salary (Pay Basis): 6,146.80 – 6,146.80 (Monthly) 

Number of Openings: 1 

Overtime Status: Exempt 

Job Posting: Apr 16, 2024, 7:50:05 AM 

Closing Date: May 14, 2024, 11:59:00 PM 

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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MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY CODES:

Job Classification

Service

Military Specialty

Natural Resources Specialist I-V

Army

92W

Natural Resources Specialist I-V

Navy

AG, 180X, 680X

Natural Resources Specialist I-V

Coast Guard

MST, MSSR, OAR15

Natural Resources Specialist I-V

Marine Corps

6842, 6862, 6802, 8831

Natural Resources Specialist I-V

Air Force

1W0X1, 9S100, 15WX

*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:

• Veteran- DD214 showing honorable discharge.
• Surviving spouse of a veteran who has not remarried- Marriage Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation.
• Orphan of a veteran killed while on active duty- Birth Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation.
• 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.
• 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: Mark Fisher, (361) 729-2328

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: CF-Research Administration-Rockport, Rockport Marine Lab, 702 Navigation Circle, Rockport, Texas 78382

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under the direction of the Science Director, the Creel Survey Program Leader performs advanced (senior-level) natural resources work and is responsible for coordinating, managing and administering the Texas Marine Sport-Harvest Monitoring Program. Generates landings estimates and other relevant statistics from the data in support of fisheries management. Provides leadership in program coordination with staff. Participates in the Division’s Quality Control program.  Communicates and interacts with the public, scientific community and agency peers.  Prepares reports, maps or other technical information in paper and digital formats for Coastal Fisheries projects, programs, technical workgroups and committees. Participates as an effective member of the team and program. Operates equipment safely and maintains gear, equipment and facilities. Works under minimal supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.  Performs additional duties as required. 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 Biology, Ecology, Wildlife or Fisheries Science, or one of the Natural Sciences. 

Experience:

Two years of professional experience in data analysis.  

Licensure:       

Must possess or be able to obtain, within 30 days of employment, a valid class “C” Texas driver’s license.

ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS:

Experience:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master’s degree in a related area of Natural Sciences may be substituted for one year of required experience;

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a PhD in related area of Natural Sciences may be substituted for two years of required experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:      

Master’s degree or PhD from accredited college or university in Biology, Ecology, Wildlife or Fisheries Science, or one of the Natural Sciences.

Experience:

Experience with querying data from large databases using SQL.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of survey sampling techniques;
• Knowledge of statistics and data analysis;
• Knowledge of Texas marine recreational fisheries and their management;
• Knowledge of fishery management concepts, protocols and research techniques;
• Knowledge of marine fish species of Texas and the Gulf of Mexico;
• Skill in using MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook;
• Skill in effective verbal and written communication;
• Skill in managing several projects simultaneously;
• Skill in meeting deadlines;
• Skill in problem solving;
• Skill in making sound, independent and timely decisions;
• Skill in identifying, researching and compiling information;
• Skill in the use of software for data analysis including SAS, R, or Python;
• Skill in use of SQL to query data from a complex relational database;
• Ability to communicate effectively with the public;
• Ability to accurately follow instructions;
• Ability to work under stressful conditions;
• Ability to maintain flexibility and work with frequent interruptions and multiple changing priorities;
• Ability to work as a member of a team;
• Ability to perform manual labor including, lifting supplies and materials up to 50 lbs.;
• Ability to conduct detail-oriented tasks with efficiency and precision;
• Ability to take on projects with minimal instruction;
• Ability to quickly learn new technical skills;
• Ability to administer a coastwide saltwater creel survey with a complex design;
• Ability to work effectively with the public and members of government agencies;
• Ability to work independently and accomplish serval tasks concurrently;
• Ability to plan and evaluate programs and proposals;
• Ability to prioritize workloads and meet deadlines;
• Ability to maintain working relationships with superiors, subordinates, and peers;
• Ability to conduct work activities in accordance with TPWD safety procedures

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• 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 perform work outdoors, occasionally in adverse weather and/or difficult environmental conditions, extreme temperature and inclement weather;
• Required to perform work in water-based field activities, including work aboard seagoing vessels, wading in water and deep mud, or over rough and uneven surfaces or bay bottom;
• Required to perform manual labor, including lifting supplies and materials up to 50 lbs.;
• May be required to operate a State vehicle;
• Required to travel 10% with possible overnight stays;
• This position is suitable to telework two days per week and the candidate may be allowed to telework with supervisor approval;
• Must conform to agency work rules, safety program, and dress and grooming standards;
• Non-smoking environment in all State buildings and vehicles.

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