TPWD - License and Permit Specialist II - III

Job Description:

TPWD - License and Permit Specialist II - III

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.

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:

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  Job Title
  
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  Dates of employment (month/year)
  
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  Name of Employer, Name of Supervisor Description of duties performed
  
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  Volunteer experience credit is counted toward any experience requirement. Please list those experiences to receive credit towards meeting the minimum requirements.
  
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  Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification; you may state 'unknown' for any incomplete fields.
  
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  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.
  
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  Applications with "See attached" or "See resume" will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
  
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  Resumes are encouraged as attachments but will not be used to determine eligibility
  
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  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 Classification

Service

Military Specialty

License and Permit Specialist I-V

Army

No Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.

License and Permit Specialist I-V

Navy

SN, YN, YNS

License and Permit Specialist I-V

Coast Guard

YN, PERS

License and Permit Specialist I-V

Marine Corps

0100, 0111, 0170

License and Permit Specialist I-V

Air Force

3F5X1

License and Permit Specialist I-V

Space Force

No 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.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:

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  Veteran- DD214 showing honorable discharge or Statement of Service (only for transitioning service members who have not reached their date of separation).
  
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  Surviving spouse of a veteran who has not remarried- Marriage Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation.
  
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  Orphan of a veteran killed while on active duty- Birth Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation.
  
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  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.
  
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  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: Richard Heilbrun, (210) 307-0413, Email: [email protected]

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Wildlife Conservation Program, 4200 Smith School Rd, Austin, TX 78744

GENERAL DESCRIPTION :

Under the direction of the Wildlife Conservation Program Director, this position is responsible for oversight and administration of a group of permit programs within the Wildlife Conservation Program (including but not limited to Wildlife Rehabilitation, Falconry, Scientific Research Permit, Educational Display permit, Zoological permits, etc.). This position coordinates the receiving, reviewing and processing of license and permit applications. Functions as frontline contact with partner agencies and the general and regulated public to assist with permit regulation and compliance. Works with Law Enforcement and other permitting agencies to provide technical assistance and monitor compliance with permit program requirements and regulations. Makes recommendations for and develops program administrative policy and procedures to ensure program efficiency. Suggests changes to program website and updates and resolves technical problems. May travel to attend meetings, perform inspections and/or to follow up on complaints and compliance of permittees. Performs additional duties as assigned. This position complies with all Agency, Division and Branch rules, regulations and procedures.

NOTE: Applicants that qualify as an LPS III will perform highly complex licensing and permitting work including reviewing permit applications and issuing wildlife permits; creating compliance documents; querying data from databases; compiling complex information; making policy or programmatic interpretation recommendations; presenting permitting rules and regulations to regulated and general public; and ensuring compliance with applicable policies, codes, and statutes; Classification as an LPS III provides the opportunity for significant involvement in program development for the permit programs they administer, in addition to administrative duties.



Qualifications:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Education :

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree.

Experience :

LPS II: None

LPS III: Two years of experience with data entry, customer service and administrative procedures within the Wildlife Permitting Program.

Licensure :

Must possess or be able to obtain, within 30 days of employment, a valid State driver's license.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Education :

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in ecology, wildlife, fisheries or marine science, or closely related natural resources field.

Experience :

Familiarity or experience with natural resource related projects.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

Knowledge of applicable policies, administrative codes, and statutes.

Knowledge of administrative practices and procedures.

Knowledge of native Texas wildlife.

Skill in using MS Word, Excel and Outlook.

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 providing quality customer service in a courteous and professional manner.

Skill in complex data entry and maintaining hard copy and electronic files.

Skill in viewing and tracking information in a complex database.

Skill in identifying, researching and compiling information.

Skill in problem solving.

Skill in managing several projects simultaneously.

Skill in training others.

LPS III: Skills required for LPS II plus:

Skill in querying data from online and internal databases.

Skill in communicating complex information to regulated and general public and law enforcement personnel.

Ability to work as a member of a team.

Ability to work independently with limited supervision.

Ability to identify errors associated with complex data.

Ability to comprehend and interpret wildlife regulations and accurately convey the information.

Ability to accurately handle cash and account for revenue collected.

Ability to plan, organize and accomplish work assignments and tasks effectively.

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

Ability to handle and prioritize high call volumes and manage difficult customers or situations.

Ability to conduct work activities in accordance with TPWD safety program.

Ability to learn advanced functions in MS Excel including the development of pivot tables and lookup tables.

LPS III: Abilities required for LPS II plus:

Ability to supervise the work of others.

Ability to interpret applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

Ability to give outreach presentations.

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.

May be required to operate a State vehicle.

Required to travel up to 10% with possible overnight stays.

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.

TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER


Closing Date: Feb 28, 2026, 12:59:00 AM