What are the responsibilities and job description for the TPWD - Staff Services Officer I 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 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
Staff Services Officer I-V
Army
36B, 42A, 51C, 89A, 92A, 92Z, 36A, 42B, 42H, 51C, 70C, 70F, 92A, 420A, 920A, 920B
Staff Services Officer I-V
Navy
LS, LSS, PS, YN, YNS, 120X, 641X
Staff Services Officer I-V
Coast Guard
SK, YN, FS, FIN10, PERS, SEI11, SEI15, WEPS
Staff Services Officer I-V
Marine Corps
0111, 0147, 0161, 0171, 0431, 0491, 3152, 4821, 8411, 8412, 0102, 0160, 0170, 0430, 2102, 4801, 4802, 4803, 4804, 4810, 6607, 8840, 8862
Staff Services Officer I-V
Air Force
2G0X1, 3F0X1, 3F1X1, 4A1X1, 8A200, 8U000, 16GX, 20C0, 30C0, 38FX, 60C0, 63AX, 63G0, 63S0
Staff Services Officer I-V
Space Force
63A
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, 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: Chip Ruthven, (806) 492-3405 or donald.ruthven@tpwd.texas.govPHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Matador Management Area, 3036FM 3256, Paducah, TX 79248
General Description
Under the direction of the Panhandle WMA Project Leader, this position performs routine (journey-level) staff services work. Duties involve several staff services functions such as human resources, accounting, budgeting, purchasing, training, payroll, records management, and/or property management. Provides assistance to several positions such as directors, supervisors/managers, and/or staff related to various staff services functions. Prepares, edits and distributes correspondence, reports, forms and documents. Works under moderate supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
Essential Job Duties
% of Time
Essential Job Duties By Category
15%
Human Resource, Training And/or Payroll Duties
In consultation with the Human Resources Division, prepares, edits, tracks, and distributes correspondence, reports, forms, projects, and documents. May coordinate and schedule training for agency employees. May coordinate and assist with developing job postings and screening applicants; and may interpret and answer policy and procedure questions on promotions, demotions, merit increases, transfers, and separation of employees. May process employee payroll changes, handle employee leave requests, and serve as leave coordinator. May assist with the preparation and maintenance of human resource activities which may include personnel files and Natural Resource Specialist (NRS-Biologist) and/or Fish and Wildlife Technician (FWT) promotion/progression through the career ladder. May process accident reports and other actions as needed. Handles meeting logistics plus mailing lists. May prepare and receive correspondence to/from local governments, state and federal agencies, consulting firms, and private citizens.
35%
Purchasing, Accounting And/or Budgeting Duties
May order merchandise, supplies, and equipment in accor
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 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.
Watch Our Video On How To Apply For Jobs
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
Staff Services Officer I-V
Army
36B, 42A, 51C, 89A, 92A, 92Z, 36A, 42B, 42H, 51C, 70C, 70F, 92A, 420A, 920A, 920B
Staff Services Officer I-V
Navy
LS, LSS, PS, YN, YNS, 120X, 641X
Staff Services Officer I-V
Coast Guard
SK, YN, FS, FIN10, PERS, SEI11, SEI15, WEPS
Staff Services Officer I-V
Marine Corps
0111, 0147, 0161, 0171, 0431, 0491, 3152, 4821, 8411, 8412, 0102, 0160, 0170, 0430, 2102, 4801, 4802, 4803, 4804, 4810, 6607, 8840, 8862
Staff Services Officer I-V
Air Force
2G0X1, 3F0X1, 3F1X1, 4A1X1, 8A200, 8U000, 16GX, 20C0, 30C0, 38FX, 60C0, 63AX, 63G0, 63S0
Staff Services Officer I-V
Space Force
63A
- More information on military occupational specialty codes can be found below:
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, 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: Chip Ruthven, (806) 492-3405 or donald.ruthven@tpwd.texas.govPHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Matador Management Area, 3036FM 3256, Paducah, TX 79248
General Description
Under the direction of the Panhandle WMA Project Leader, this position performs routine (journey-level) staff services work. Duties involve several staff services functions such as human resources, accounting, budgeting, purchasing, training, payroll, records management, and/or property management. Provides assistance to several positions such as directors, supervisors/managers, and/or staff related to various staff services functions. Prepares, edits and distributes correspondence, reports, forms and documents. Works under moderate supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
Essential Job Duties
% of Time
Essential Job Duties By Category
15%
Human Resource, Training And/or Payroll Duties
In consultation with the Human Resources Division, prepares, edits, tracks, and distributes correspondence, reports, forms, projects, and documents. May coordinate and schedule training for agency employees. May coordinate and assist with developing job postings and screening applicants; and may interpret and answer policy and procedure questions on promotions, demotions, merit increases, transfers, and separation of employees. May process employee payroll changes, handle employee leave requests, and serve as leave coordinator. May assist with the preparation and maintenance of human resource activities which may include personnel files and Natural Resource Specialist (NRS-Biologist) and/or Fish and Wildlife Technician (FWT) promotion/progression through the career ladder. May process accident reports and other actions as needed. Handles meeting logistics plus mailing lists. May prepare and receive correspondence to/from local governments, state and federal agencies, consulting firms, and private citizens.
35%
Purchasing, Accounting And/or Budgeting Duties
May order merchandise, supplies, and equipment in accor
