What are the responsibilities and job description for the TPWD - Fish and Wildlife Technician I - II - III (Wildlife Technician) position at Texas Parks and Wildlife Department?
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You may apply to the job directly through the CAPPS Career Section. It is not necessary to apply both through Work In Texas and CAPPS Career Section
TPWD MISSIONTo 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.EXCELLENT 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 on the 1st of the following month after a 60-day waiting period. Click HERE to view our Benefits page.PLEASE NOTE:All applications must contain complete job histories in the WORK HISTORY SECTION to include:Job Title
Dates of employment (month/year)
Name of Employer, Name of Supervisor Description of duties performed
Volunteer experience credit is counted toward any experience requirement. Please list those experiences to receive credit towards meeting the minimum requirements.
Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification; you may state and#8216;unknownand#8217; for any incomplete fields.
College Transcripts are required at the time of interview (unless otherwise noted on the posting) 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.
Applications with and#8220;See attached" or "See resume" will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
Resumes are encouraged as attachments but will not be used to determine eligibility
Work In Texas (WIT) Applications: WIT applicants are required to complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting. To complete the supplemental questions, login to CAPPS Recruit.IF THIS INFORMATION IS NOT SUBMITTED, YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE CONSIDERED INCOMPLETE.MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY CODES:Job ClassificationServiceMilitary SpecialtyFish and Wildlife Technician I-IIIArmy68T, 64AFish and Wildlife Technician I-IIINavyNo Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.Fish and Wildlife Technician I-IIICoast GuardMST, OAR15, SEI18Fish and Wildlife Technician I-IIIMarine CorpsNo Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.Fish and Wildlife Technician I-IIIAir ForceNo Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.Fish and Wildlife Technician I-IIISpace ForceNo Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.*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.pdfMILITARY 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 vetera 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.HIRING CONTACT: Mark Garrett, (432) 837-2051, Email: mark.garrett@tpwd.texas.govPHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Elephant Mountain Wildlife Management Area; 48515 S Hwy 118, Alpine TX 79830GENERAL DESCRIPTIONFish and Wildlife Technician IA-IB:Under the immediate supervision of the Trans-Pecos Project Leader, this position performs routine (journey-level) fish and wildlife conservation work. Responsible for assisting with habitat management, infrastructure maintenance, equipment maintenance, groundskeeping, public use, and research at Elephant Mountain Wildlife Management Area (WMA) within the Trans-Pecos Project. Work involves the collection of biological data and assisting with wildlife research projects as assigned. Main emphasis will be on the management of wildlife habitat and maintaining and repairing infrastructure/complex equipment needed for research, habitat management, or maintenance activities. Assists with public hunting and other public use programs on assigned area where applicable. Provides wildlife management information to hunters, land managers, other user groups and the general public. Works under moderate supervision, with minimal 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.Fish and Wildlife Technician II:Under the immediate supervision of the Trans-Pecos Project Leader, this position performs complex (journey-level) fish and wildlife conservation work. Responsible for assisting with habitat management, infrastructure maintenance, equipment maintenance, groundskeeping, public use, and research at Elephant Mountain Wildlife Management Area (WMA) within the Trans-Pecos Project. Work involves the collection and compilation of biological data and assistance with data analysis. Functions as a lead in the management of wildlife habitat or maintenance, repair, and construction of infrastructure or maintenance and repair of complex equipment needed for research and maintenance activities and assisting with public hunting and public use on assigned area where applicable. Assists with coordinating the work of others and training less tenured technicians. Participates in wildlife research projects. Provides wildlife management information to hunters, land managers, other user groups and the general public. Provides technical assistance to private landowners and the public. Works under general 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.Fish and Wildlife Technician III:Under the direction of the Trans-Pecos Project Leader, this position performs highly complex (senior-level) fish and wildlife resources conservation work. Responsible for all maintenance, operations, wildlife management work, and participation in wildlife research projects as necessary or assigned within the Elephant Mountain Wildlife Management Area (WMA). Assists with planning, organizing and implementation of habitat manipulations, assistance with wildlife data collection, compilation and analysis. Performs lead role in the maintenance, repair and construction of infrastructure or maintenance and repair of complex equipment needed for research and operat
You may apply to the job directly through the CAPPS Career Section. It is not necessary to apply both through Work In Texas and CAPPS Career Section
TPWD MISSIONTo 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.EXCELLENT 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 on the 1st of the following month after a 60-day waiting period. Click HERE to view our Benefits page.PLEASE NOTE:All applications must contain complete job histories in the WORK HISTORY SECTION to include:Job Title
Dates of employment (month/year)
Name of Employer, Name of Supervisor Description of duties performed
Volunteer experience credit is counted toward any experience requirement. Please list those experiences to receive credit towards meeting the minimum requirements.
Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification; you may state and#8216;unknownand#8217; for any incomplete fields.
College Transcripts are required at the time of interview (unless otherwise noted on the posting) 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.
Applications with and#8220;See attached" or "See resume" will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
Resumes are encouraged as attachments but will not be used to determine eligibility
Work In Texas (WIT) Applications: WIT applicants are required to complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting. To complete the supplemental questions, login to CAPPS Recruit.IF THIS INFORMATION IS NOT SUBMITTED, YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE CONSIDERED INCOMPLETE.MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY CODES:Job ClassificationServiceMilitary SpecialtyFish and Wildlife Technician I-IIIArmy68T, 64AFish and Wildlife Technician I-IIINavyNo Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.Fish and Wildlife Technician I-IIICoast GuardMST, OAR15, SEI18Fish and Wildlife Technician I-IIIMarine CorpsNo Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.Fish and Wildlife Technician I-IIIAir ForceNo Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.Fish and Wildlife Technician I-IIISpace ForceNo Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.*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.pdfMILITARY 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 vetera 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.HIRING CONTACT: Mark Garrett, (432) 837-2051, Email: mark.garrett@tpwd.texas.govPHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Elephant Mountain Wildlife Management Area; 48515 S Hwy 118, Alpine TX 79830GENERAL DESCRIPTIONFish and Wildlife Technician IA-IB:Under the immediate supervision of the Trans-Pecos Project Leader, this position performs routine (journey-level) fish and wildlife conservation work. Responsible for assisting with habitat management, infrastructure maintenance, equipment maintenance, groundskeeping, public use, and research at Elephant Mountain Wildlife Management Area (WMA) within the Trans-Pecos Project. Work involves the collection of biological data and assisting with wildlife research projects as assigned. Main emphasis will be on the management of wildlife habitat and maintaining and repairing infrastructure/complex equipment needed for research, habitat management, or maintenance activities. Assists with public hunting and other public use programs on assigned area where applicable. Provides wildlife management information to hunters, land managers, other user groups and the general public. Works under moderate supervision, with minimal 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.Fish and Wildlife Technician II:Under the immediate supervision of the Trans-Pecos Project Leader, this position performs complex (journey-level) fish and wildlife conservation work. Responsible for assisting with habitat management, infrastructure maintenance, equipment maintenance, groundskeeping, public use, and research at Elephant Mountain Wildlife Management Area (WMA) within the Trans-Pecos Project. Work involves the collection and compilation of biological data and assistance with data analysis. Functions as a lead in the management of wildlife habitat or maintenance, repair, and construction of infrastructure or maintenance and repair of complex equipment needed for research and maintenance activities and assisting with public hunting and public use on assigned area where applicable. Assists with coordinating the work of others and training less tenured technicians. Participates in wildlife research projects. Provides wildlife management information to hunters, land managers, other user groups and the general public. Provides technical assistance to private landowners and the public. Works under general 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.Fish and Wildlife Technician III:Under the direction of the Trans-Pecos Project Leader, this position performs highly complex (senior-level) fish and wildlife resources conservation work. Responsible for all maintenance, operations, wildlife management work, and participation in wildlife research projects as necessary or assigned within the Elephant Mountain Wildlife Management Area (WMA). Assists with planning, organizing and implementation of habitat manipulations, assistance with wildlife data collection, compilation and analysis. Performs lead role in the maintenance, repair and construction of infrastructure or maintenance and repair of complex equipment needed for research and operat