What are the responsibilities and job description for the TPWD - Administrative Assistant IV position at TEXAS PARKS AND WILDLIFE?
Job Description
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.
HIRING CONTACT: Brent Tucker, (361) 205-4459, Brent.Tucker@tpwd.texas.gov
PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: LE Region 8 District 5 Brownsville Office, 5460 Paredes Line Rd, Ste 201 Brownsville, TX 78526
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Under the direction of the Captain, Game Warden, this position performs highly complex (senior-level) administrative support work to include disseminating information, preparing correspondence and maintaining filing systems regarding personnel management, purchasing, budgeting, training, material/property management, and other administrative procedures as assigned. May provide guidance to others. May provide information and assistance to the public. Works under limited supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
% of Time
Essential Job Duties by Category
50 %
Other Division Specific Job Duties:
Answers customer and employee questions by phone and in person concerning Parks & Wildlife rules and regulations.
30 %
Purchasing, Accounting and/or Budgeting Duties:
Assists supervisor or upper management with data needed for budget preparation. Accurately monitors and maintains budget tracking system as requested. Reviews expenditure history as requested by supervisor or other management staff. Maintains accounting system for revenue tracking and reporting. Reviews purchase request documents for accuracy to ensure purchasing compliance. Enters data related to purchase orders, requisitions and procurement card transactions into system of record. May maintain procurement card logs, receipts and other related documents.
10 %
Office Management:
In consultation with the Human Resources Division and divisional HR liaisons; edits, and distributes correspondence, reports, forms, and documents. Responds to inquiries, explains and disseminates information concerning agency or divisional programs, procedures, regulations or policies. Conducts administrative reviews of reports, documents, or summaries to ensure completeness. May perform, organize and administer travel arrangements for management. Plans, coordinates and facilitates meeting locations,
preparation of presentations as required.
5 %
Personnel Management:
Coordinate and assist with developing job postings and screening applicants. Answer policy and procedure questions on promotions, demotions, merit increases, transfers, and separation of employees. May assist with interview processes in coordination with division and agency protocols. May coordinate system access and deactivation for new/separating employees and coordinate equipment and uniform assignment/retrievals. May provide guidance to others.
5%
Marginal Job Duties:
Performs additional duties as assigned. Complies with Agency, Division and Department rules, regulations, and procedures.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Graduation from High School or GED.
Experience:
Four years of experience in administrative support work.
Experience in maintaining filing systems to include recording information and maintaining documentation. Experience compiling data for charts, graphs, databases, summaries or reports.
Experience in providing guidance to others.
Licensure:
Must possess a valid Texas class `C' driver's license.
ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS
Experience:
Sixty semester hours from an accredited college or university with coursework in office management, business administration or related field my substitute for the required experience located under the minimum qualifications. This substitution does not apply to the supervisory experience requirement.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of office practices and administrative procedures.
Knowledge of practices and policies in purchasing.
Knowledge of accounting/accountability of revenue collection.
Skill in use of standard office equipment and software.
Skill in using Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Teams, and Adobe products.
Skill in managing several projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
Skill in training others.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to interpret and apply agency policies and procedures.
Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of administrative systems and procedures. Ability to provide guidance to others.
Ability to interpret and apply Agency and Division regulations, policies, and procedures.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality in dealing with matters of significant consequences.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Required to work 8 hours per day, 5 days per week.
May be required to work overtime, holidays, weekends, and hours other than regularly scheduled with supervisor approval.
May be required to operate a state vehicle.
Required to travel 5% with possible overnight stays.
Required to pass a national fingerprint-based background check to maintain employment.
Must be in compliance with the Texas CJIS Systems Access Policy.
Required to conform to dress and grooming standards, work rules and safety procedures. Required to follow non-smoking policy in all state buildings and vehicles.
PLEASE NOTE:
All applications must include complete job history information for each period of employment, provided either in the WORK HISTORY SECTION or in the attached RÉSUMÉ. Please ensure each entry includes:
IMPORTANT:
Work In Texas (WIT) Applicants:
If the required information and attachments are not submitted as noted above, your application will be considered incomplete.
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.
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.
*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
TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Closing Date/Time: 2026-07-30
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.
HIRING CONTACT: Brent Tucker, (361) 205-4459, Brent.Tucker@tpwd.texas.gov
PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: LE Region 8 District 5 Brownsville Office, 5460 Paredes Line Rd, Ste 201 Brownsville, TX 78526
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Under the direction of the Captain, Game Warden, this position performs highly complex (senior-level) administrative support work to include disseminating information, preparing correspondence and maintaining filing systems regarding personnel management, purchasing, budgeting, training, material/property management, and other administrative procedures as assigned. May provide guidance to others. May provide information and assistance to the public. Works under limited supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
% of Time
Essential Job Duties by Category
50 %
Other Division Specific Job Duties:
Answers customer and employee questions by phone and in person concerning Parks & Wildlife rules and regulations.
30 %
Purchasing, Accounting and/or Budgeting Duties:
Assists supervisor or upper management with data needed for budget preparation. Accurately monitors and maintains budget tracking system as requested. Reviews expenditure history as requested by supervisor or other management staff. Maintains accounting system for revenue tracking and reporting. Reviews purchase request documents for accuracy to ensure purchasing compliance. Enters data related to purchase orders, requisitions and procurement card transactions into system of record. May maintain procurement card logs, receipts and other related documents.
10 %
Office Management:
In consultation with the Human Resources Division and divisional HR liaisons; edits, and distributes correspondence, reports, forms, and documents. Responds to inquiries, explains and disseminates information concerning agency or divisional programs, procedures, regulations or policies. Conducts administrative reviews of reports, documents, or summaries to ensure completeness. May perform, organize and administer travel arrangements for management. Plans, coordinates and facilitates meeting locations,
preparation of presentations as required.
5 %
Personnel Management:
Coordinate and assist with developing job postings and screening applicants. Answer policy and procedure questions on promotions, demotions, merit increases, transfers, and separation of employees. May assist with interview processes in coordination with division and agency protocols. May coordinate system access and deactivation for new/separating employees and coordinate equipment and uniform assignment/retrievals. May provide guidance to others.
5%
Marginal Job Duties:
Performs additional duties as assigned. Complies with Agency, Division and Department rules, regulations, and procedures.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Graduation from High School or GED.
Experience:
Four years of experience in administrative support work.
Experience in maintaining filing systems to include recording information and maintaining documentation. Experience compiling data for charts, graphs, databases, summaries or reports.
Experience in providing guidance to others.
Licensure:
Must possess a valid Texas class `C' driver's license.
ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS
Experience:
Sixty semester hours from an accredited college or university with coursework in office management, business administration or related field my substitute for the required experience located under the minimum qualifications. This substitution does not apply to the supervisory experience requirement.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of office practices and administrative procedures.
Knowledge of practices and policies in purchasing.
Knowledge of accounting/accountability of revenue collection.
Skill in use of standard office equipment and software.
Skill in using Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Teams, and Adobe products.
Skill in managing several projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
Skill in training others.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to interpret and apply agency policies and procedures.
Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of administrative systems and procedures. Ability to provide guidance to others.
Ability to interpret and apply Agency and Division regulations, policies, and procedures.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality in dealing with matters of significant consequences.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Required to work 8 hours per day, 5 days per week.
May be required to work overtime, holidays, weekends, and hours other than regularly scheduled with supervisor approval.
May be required to operate a state vehicle.
Required to travel 5% with possible overnight stays.
Required to pass a national fingerprint-based background check to maintain employment.
Must be in compliance with the Texas CJIS Systems Access Policy.
Required to conform to dress and grooming standards, work rules and safety procedures. Required to follow non-smoking policy in all state buildings and vehicles.
PLEASE NOTE:
All applications must include complete job history information for each period of employment, provided either in the WORK HISTORY SECTION or in the attached RÉSUMÉ. Please ensure each entry includes:
- Job title,
- Employer name,
- Dates of employment (month/year),
- If employment is less than full-time status, indicate part-time in the work history section or résumé, and
- Description of duties performed.
NOTE: Volunteer experience may be counted toward required experience.
IMPORTANT:
- College Transcripts: If education is used to meet the minimum qualifications, a copy of the college transcript(s) issued by the registrar must be provided at the time of interview (unless otherwise noted in the posting).
- 'N/A' may be entered in fields that are not applicable.
- Omission of required information may result in disqualification.
Work In Texas (WIT) Applicants:
- WIT applicants must complete the supplemental questions in the CAPPS Candidate Gateway to be considered.
- Human Resources will contact Work In Texas applicants via email with further instructions.
- To complete these questions, log in to CAPPS Candidate Gateway .
- If you need assistance creating a résumé, please refer to the 'Create a Résumé' link for Job Seekers on the Work In Texas website .
If the required information and attachments are not submitted as noted above, your application will be considered incomplete.
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.
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.
*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
TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Closing Date/Time: 2026-07-30