Program Management Specialist III (Wildlife Landowner Liaison)

TPWD – Program Management Specialist III (Wildlife Landowner Liaison) (00044056) 

Organization: PARKS AND WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT 

Primary Location: Texas-Austin 

Work Locations: 

DW-TPWD Headquarters 

4200 Smith School Road 

 Austin 78744

Job: Business and Financial Operations 

Employee Status: Regular 

Schedule: Full-time Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00 

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time 

State Job Code: 1672  

Salary Admin Plan: B 

Grade: 27  

Salary (Pay Basis): 7,083.34 – 10,416.67 (Monthly) 

Number of Openings: 1 

Overtime Status: Exempt 

Job Posting: Aug 1, 2024, 3:46:49 PM 

Closing Date: Ongoing 

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

Program Management Specialist I-VII

Army

No Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.

Program Management Specialist I-VII

Navy

OS, YN,  YNS, 611X, 612X, 641X, 712X

Program Management Specialist I-VII

Coast Guard

OS, YN, OSS, PERS,

Program Management Specialist I-VII

Marine Corps

No Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.

Program Management 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:

• Veteran- DD214 showing honorable discharge or Statement of Service (only for transitioning service members who have not reached their date of separation).
• 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 on the 1st of the following month after a 60-day waiting period. Click HERE to view our Benefits page.

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: TPWD Headquarters, 4200 Smith School Rd, Austin TX 78744

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

PLEASE NOTE:  The salary listed on this posting will receive a 5% legislative appropriated increase effective 9/1/2024.

The Wildlife Landowner Liaison performs highly complex (senior level) program management specialist work. Under the oversight and strategic direction from the Executive Office, reports directly to the Chief Operating Officer with close coordination with the Wildlife Division Director and programmatic leadership. Serves as the landowner liaison for department and commission in matters related to wildlife issues, especially Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD), that includes consolidation of landowner input to inform agency decision making regarding rule and policy development. This position is dedicated to working within TPWD and with external stakeholders to find thoughtful and reasonable solutions for landowners as it relates to wildlife management, considering all impacts, and making fair judgements. This position is also responsible for ensuring landowners have access to timely and accurate information regarding any proposed actions on wildlife issues and will provide customer service on all matter  related to wildlife management. This position is responsible for coordinating the continued updates and/or modification of department wildlife management plans (with special focus on CWD), information sheets, wildlife disease database information, news releases among other tasks. Provides advice and recommendations to maximize wildlife program outcomes and to assist in program delivery. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Wildlife Science, Wildlife Management, Biology, Zoology, Ecology, Natural Resource Management, or closely related field.

Experience:

Ten years of experience with a broad background of progressively responsible practical natural resource conservation experience, including providing applicable technical guidance to landowners and/or external stakeholders.

Licensure:

Must possess a valid state driver’s license.

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

ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS 

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master’s degree in Wildlife Science, Wildlife Management, Biology, Zoology, Natural Resource Management, or closely related field may substitute for one year of the required experience.

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Ph.D. in Wildlife Science, Wildlife Management, Biology, Zoology, Natural Resource Management or closely related field may substitute for two years of the required experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

Education:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master’s degree in Biology, Wildlife Science, Wildlife Management, Wildlife Ecology, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, or closely related field.

Experience:

• Experience working collaboratively with private landowners, conservation groups, and state and federal agencies.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES 

• Knowledge of wildlife management theories and practices
• Knowledge of innovative management practices and techniques.
• Knowledge of epidemiology and epidemiological investigations;
• Knowledge of State and federal laws and programs pertaining to wildlife and specifically CWD;
• Knowledge of current communication technology and strategies for delivering complex information to landowners and the general public;
• Skill in using MS Word, Excel, Access, TEAMS, PowerPoint and Outlook;
• Skill in effective verbal and written communication;
• Skill in using personal computers and mobile communication devices;
• Skill in coordinating with landowners, members of the public, elected officials, advisory boards, universities, media representatives, department personnel, and other governmental agencies
• Skill in gathering and synthesizing complex data and communicating it in clear, practical terms applicable to various intended audiences;
• Skill in managing projects;
• Skill in making independent, sound and timely decisions;
• Ability to identify innovative ways to solve problems and to coordinate the work of others.
• Ability to write, edit, and review technical documents;
• Ability to prioritize workload, meet tight deadlines, and work on multiple projects simultaneously;
• Ability to work under stressful conditions;
• Ability to work independently with little or no supervision;
• Ability to function as a team member, as well as lead others as appropriate;
• Ability to uniformly and consistently interpret and enforce rules and regulations and State and Federal laws;
• Ability to conduct work activities in accordance with TPWD safety program.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Required to work 40 hours per week.
• Position is telework eligible with supervisor approval.
• Required to reside within 120 mile radius of Austin Headquarters location.
• Required to adjust to changing schedules.
• Required to work overtime as necessary.
• May be required to operate a state vehicle.
• Required to travel 25% with possible overnight stays.
• Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.

TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 

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