TPWD – Intern I-II-III (Wildlife Field Intern – Alazan Bayou WMA) (00048002)

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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. 

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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: Robert Baker, (936) 569-8547

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: WL-Pineywoods Ecosystem, Alazan Bayou WMA, 8096 FM2782, Nacogdoches, TX 75964

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: 

Under the direct supervision of the wildlife biologist for Alazan Bayou WMA, the Intern is responsible for assisting staff in all facets of Wildlife Management Area (WMA) operations.  Responsible for conducting general maintenance and development activities within the Pineywoods Ecosystem Project which includes Alabama Creek, Alazan Bayou, Angelina-Neches/Dam B, Bannister, Moore Plantation, North Toledo Bend, Sam Houston National Forest and Tony Houseman Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs).  Duties include, but are not limited to general maintenance to WMA buildings, public use facilities, fencing, roads, wildlife openings, wildlife water developments, assisting with wildlife surveys, research including handling live animals, and habitat management activities including prescribed burning, herbicide application, mowing, disking, etc.  Responsible for posting boundary signs on various Public Hunting Land units in East Texas.  Safely operates various types of vehicles including truck, ATV, boat, tractor/implements, and other equipment (including powered and non-powered hand-tools, compass, computers, and GPS).  Performs work activities under harsh field conditions in hot and humid environment such as marshes, swamps, thickets, and forests. These habitats are home to potentially dangerous wildlife including alligators, feral hogs, venomous snakes, and biting insects.  Performs additional duties as assigned.  Complies with all Agency, Division and Branch rules, regulations and procedures.

NOTE: This position will be stationed at The Sam Houston National Forest WMA in New Waverly.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Current enrollment as an undergraduate or graduate student in an accredited college or university or recent graduate within the last 6 months. 

Minimum of 18 completed semester credit hours from an accredited college or university at the time of application.

Must have an overall grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 grade point scale or “Pass” on a Pass/Fail system.    

Experience:

None required.   

Licensure:      

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

NOTE: Retention of internship contingent upon maintaining required license.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:      

Current undergraduate or graduate student in an accredited college or university enrolled in Wildlife Science or closely related Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program.

Experience:

• Experience in wildlife and habitat management techniques.
• Experience in safe equipment operation and maintenance (including but not limited to tractors and associated implements; ATVs/UTVs; four-wheel drive and off-road vehicles, etc.).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of wildlife, range, farming and livestock practices common to East Texas.
• Skill in effective verbal and written communication.
• Skill in effective interaction with staff at all levels of the department and other state agencies and organizations.
• Skill in use of personal computers.
• Skill in MS Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Skill in basic herbicide application.
• Skill in basic carpentry.
• Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.
• Ability to assist with habitat management, including but not limited to mechanical; chemical and/or prescribed fire as assigned.
• Ability to safely operate four-wheel drive trucks; ATV’s; tractor/implements, and other vehicles.
• Ability to tow trailers of varying lengths and sizes.
• Ability to operate powered and nonpowered boats.
• Ability to safely operate powered and non-powered hand-tools; compass; GPS, and other equipment.
• Ability to assist with equipment and facility maintenance and repair.
• Ability to assist with boundary line maintenance.
• Ability to collect and analyze scientific data.
• Ability to perform manual labor including, lifting supplies and materials up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to conduct 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.
• Required to work on holidays, weekends and hours other than 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. as necessary.
• Required to perform work outdoors, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.
• Required to perform manual labor including, lifting supplies and materials up to 50 lbs.
• Required to travel 5% with possible overnight stays.
• Must conform to TPWD dress and grooming standards Safety policies and procedures.

Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.

TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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MILITARY EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE:  If you choose to claim military employment preference as outlined by the State of Texas, you must attach 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.

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.