TPWD - Staff Services Officer III

Job Description:

TPWD - Staff Services Officer 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

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, F&S, 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://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:

• 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.






HIRING CONTACT: Lt. Miles Braesicke, (361) 885-5429, [email protected]

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: TPWD Headquarters, 4200 Smith School Road, Austin, TX 78744



GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under the direction of the Lieutenant Game Warden of Wildlife Enforcement , this position performs moderately complex (journey-level) staff services work for Wildlife Enforcement and Operation Game Thief (OGT) program in the Law Enforcement Division . Duties involve coordinating and performing several staff services functions such as human resources, accounting, budgeting, purchasing, training, payroll, records management, and/or property management. Coordinates various records; processing activities and responds to inquiries requiring the interpretation of regulations, , policies and procedures. Provides assistance to and coordinates activities among several roles such as directors, supervisors/managers, and/or staff related to various staff services functions. Also, administers the civil restitution program for the agency which includes interpreting statutory requirements, preparing and maintaining civil restitution documentation, coordinating collection of civil restitution payments, coordinating with law enforcement and legal staff, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations. May provide guidance to others. Works under general supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.


Qualifications:

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

% of Time

Essential Job Duties by Category

50%

Human Resource, Training, Civil Restitution, Administrative Duties :

In consultation with the Human Resources Division, prepares, edits, and distributes correspondence, reports, forms, and documents. May coordinate and schedule training for agency employees. Provides administrative support to the Wildlife Enforcement and Operation Game Thief (OGT) programs, coordinates correspondence and document processing, manages data entry, records, and reports, responds to open records requests and public inquiries regarding OGT rewards, and serves as the Civil Restitution Coordinator responsible for administering and tracking civil restitution for the agency. Provides administrative assistance and support to the Assistant Commander of Wildlife Enforcement, Lieutenant of Wildlife, and other program administrative assistants and personnel.

15%

Purchasing, Accounting and/or Budgeting Duties:

May order merchandise, supplies, and equipment in accordance with state and agency requirements. May prepare and track all procurement requests in accordance with all state and agency requirements. May process purchase orders, coordinate and monitor expenditures, and maintain inventory. May assist with developing budgets.

10%

Travel, Records and/or Property Management Duties:

May coordinate and schedule travel for agency employees. May develop and maintain records, filing systems and perform record retention work including coordinating with staff on disposal of records according to the agency retention schedule. May analyze internal processes and assist with recommending and implementing procedural or policy changes to improve operations. May perform facilities management functions such as submitting work order requests and completing reports. May maintain equipment, materials, and supplies.

20%

Other Division Specific Job Duties:

Provides Office Support - Receives and disseminates Regional or Division information. Answers customer and employee questions by phone and in person concerning Parks & Wildlife rules and regulations, civil restitution, OGT, and Wildlife Enforcement.

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 administrative support experience.

Experience in coordinating and performing administrative support, business administration, human resource administration, purchasing or budget preparation work.

Experience providing assistance to several positions such as directors, supervisors/managers, and/or staff related to various staff services functions.

Experience preparing, editing, or distributing correspondence, reports, forms or documents.

Experience providing guidance to others.

Licensure:

Must successfully complete the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts Basic Texas Purchaser Course within six months of employment hire date if required by agency or divisional leadership.

Must be able to complete within 90 days of employment, the CJIS Security Awareness, and TCOLE 3807 TCIC/NCIC Criminal Justice Practitioner Certification.

NOTE: Retention of position contingent on obtaining and maintaining required certifications.

ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS :

Experience:

Thirty semester hours from an accredited college or university may substitute for one year of experience with a maximum substitution of two years' experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Experience:

Experience in office management.

Experience in accounting, auditing and/or finance. Experience in budget preparation and analysis.

Experience in preparation of budgetary and forecasting measurement and reporting.



KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of fiscal control or budgeting techniques.

Knowledge of administrative support.

Knowledge of human resource administration.

Knowledge of practices and policies in purchasing and accounting.

Skill in coordinating activities.

Skill in the use of a computer and/or applicable software.

Skill in critical thinking.

Skill in using Microsoft Office Suite, Virtual meeting platforms (MS Teams, Zoo, Webex, etc), and/or Adobe products.

Skill in managing several projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.

Skill in knowing how to find information and identifying essential information

Ability to study or evaluate programs and propose recommendations.

Ability to communicate effectively.

Ability to analyze and solve work problems.

Ability to use sound judgment and maintain strict confidentiality in dealing with matters of significant consequences.

Ability to monitor, analyze, and report on budget development and use of funds.



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 record check. Any felony conviction is an automatic disqualifier. Misdemeanor convictions may be a disqualifier. Visit the link below for more specific details: txcjissysaccpolicy.pdf

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: Mar 11, 2026, 11:59:00 PM