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.

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VETERAN’S PREFERENCE: If you choose to claim veteran’s employment preference including surviving spouse or orphan of a veteran as outlined by the State of Texas, you must attach a DD214 at the time your application is submitted. If you have questions regarding this requirement, please visit our Veteran’s Hiring Reference page at https://tpwd.texas.gov/jobs/veterans/

BENEFITS:

Texas Parks and Wildlife offers a variety of benefits for employees such as Annual Leave, Sick Leave, Paid Holiday time, Group Insurance, Retirement, and Training and Staff Development Opportunities. Other benefits include longevity pay, merit salary increases, deferred compensation, flexible benefits plans, a 401K retirement plan, direct deposit for paychecks, telework, staggered work hours, Employee Assistance Program and a Return to Work Program. Click HERE to view our Benefits page.

FOR NEW HIRES/REHIRES: Health insurance is available the 1st of the following month after a 60-day waiting period.

TO APPLY: Application must be completed at: https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en

HIRING CONTACT: Zachary Olsen, (361) 729-5429

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: TPWD - Coastal Fisheries/Aransas Bay Ecosystem, 82 Fuqua Street, Rockport, TX 78382

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

This position is responsible for routine (journey-level) to complex (journey-level) fish and wildlife conservation work. Assists the ecosystem leader in collection, recording, and editing of fishery-dependent and independent data in the Aransas Bay ecosystem. Operates equipment safely and maintains gear, equipment and facility. May assist with training, assigning, and scheduling the work of other team members as needed. Performs additional duties as assigned. Complies with all Agency, Division and Branch policies, procedures and standards.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Graduation from High School or GED.

Experience:

FWT I: No experience required;

FWT II: Four years relevant experience.

Licensure:

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

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

ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS:

Experience:

FWT II ONLY: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Fisheries Biology, Marine Biology, or closely related field may be substituted for two years of required experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience:

Experience navigating vessels in shallow Texas bay systems;

Experience constructing, using and maintaining specialized fisheries sampling gears such as seines, nets, trawls, and oyster dredges;

Experience with basic boat and outboard motor repair and maintenance.

Licensure:

Possession of U.S.C.G. Captain’s License or similar boating safety license.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

FWT I:

Knowledge of common Texas marine organisms;

Knowledge of Texas commercial and recreational fisheries;

Knowledge of Texas coastal ecosystems;

FWT II:

Knowledge of FWT I, PLUS:

Knowledge of basic fishery management practices, conservation laws, and regulations;

FWT I:

Skill in using MS Word, Excel and Outlook;

Skill in effective verbal and written communication;

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

Skill in repair, maintenance, construction, and use of fisheries sampling gears such as seines, gill nets, trawls, dredges, and longlines;

Skill in the use of computers;

Skill in effective work habits, efficiently completing tasks, and following directions;

Skill in operating boats;

Skill in maintaining boats, outboard motors, and trailers;

Skill in basic vehicle maintenance;

Skill in collecting and recording data, and maintaining accurate records;

FWT II:

Skill in FWT I, PLUS:

Skill in managing several projects simultaneously;

FWT I:

Ability to function in a team environment and function as a team member;

Ability to deal effectively with the public;

Ability to learn to identify common marine organisms;

Ability to accurately follow instructions;

Ability to fully participate in field and water-based sampling activities;

Ability to prioritize tasks and schedules;

Ability to perform manual labor including, lifting supplies and materials up to 50 lbs.;

Ability to works under moderate supervision, with minimal latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment;

Ability to conduct work activities in accordance with TPWD safety procedures;

FWT II:

Ability of FWT I, PLUS:

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

Ability to work independently with little or no supervision;

Ability to learn basic purchasing procedures;

Ability to works under general supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Required to work hours other than 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with days off other than Saturday, Sunday and holidays as needed;

Required to work overtime as necessary;

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

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

Required to perform manual labor including, lifting supplies and materials up to 50 lbs.;

Required to operate a State vehicle;

Required to travel 5% with possible overnight stays;

Must conform to TPWD dress and grooming standards, work rules and safety procedures;

Non-smoking environment in all state buildings and vehicles.

TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER