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 Game Warden (all levels) Army 11A, 11B, 11C, 11Z, 18A, 18B, 18F, 18Z, 31A, 31B, 31D, 31K, 31Z, 35L, 35M, 180A, 311A, 351L, 351M Game Warden (all levels) Navy GM, MA, SB, SO, 113X, 615X, 649X, 715X, 717X, 749X Game Warden (all levels) Coast Guard INV, MLES, OAF10, OAF10, OAP10, OAP12, OAP14, OAR10, OAR13, OAR17, SEI18 Game Warden (all levels) Marine Corps 0300, 0311, 0313, 0317, 0321, 0324, 0331, 0341, 0370, 5803, 5805 Game Warden (all levels) Air Force 1N0X1, 1Z4X1, 3P0X1, 7S0X1, 14NX, 19ZK, 31PX, 71SX * 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: 1. Veteran- DD214 showing honorable discharge or Statement of Service (only for transitioning service members who have not reached their date of separation). 2. Surviving spouse of a veteran who has not remarried- Marriage Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation. 3. Orphan of a veteran killed while on active duty- Birth Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation. 4. 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. 5. 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, telework, 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: Major James Ranft, (936) 208-6054 PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Law Enforcement Region 7 District 2 Office, 3615 South General Bruce Drive, Temple, TX 76504 GENERAL DESCRIPTION PLEASE NOTE: The salary listed on this posting will receive a 5% legislative appropriated increase effective 9/1/2024. NOTE: Internal Posting. Open to TPWD Law Enforcement only. Under the direction of the Regional Major, this position performs wildlife, conservation, and natural resources enforcement work, including, supervising conservation and other law enforcement work in an assigned District. Supervises staff, programs and District Office administration. Conducts analysis and reporting of data related to enforcement programs and activities. Exercises discretion and independent judgment, with authority to make independent choices in applying regulations, policies and operational procedures. Works under minimal supervision, with considerable 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. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree; Graduation from the Texas Game Warden Training Academy. Experience: Eight years experience as a Texas Parks and Wildlife Game Warden. Licensure: Must possess a valid class "C" Texas driver's license; Must possess a current license as a peace officer by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE). Commissioned as a Texas Game Warden by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. NOTE: Retention of position contingent upon maintaining required licenses. ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS Education: One additional year of the required experience as a Texas Game Warden may substitute for 30 hours of the required education, with a maximum substitution of 120 semester hours. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Knowledge of statutes, proclamations, regulations and policies related to the enforcement of all provisions of the Texas Penal Code, the Code of Criminal Procedure, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Code, and all regulatory acts adopted under the authority of the Parks and Wildlife Code regarding fisheries resources, game animal resources, game bird resources, non-game resources, furbearing resources and provisions of the Texas Water Safety Act; Skill in using MS Word, Excel and Outlook; Skill in effective verbal and written communication; Skill in meeting deadlines; Skill in identifying staff training needs and researching, developing, coordinating and delivering presentations and/or training material to meet identified needs; Skill in communicating, coordinating and working effectively with other employees, the general public and/or with other agencies to accomplish TPWD and/or Law Enforcement Division programs, activities, goals and objectives; Ability to apply appropriate management techniques that result in effective and appropriate guidance and leadership to employees and others; Ability to plan and evaluate the work of others, and devise appropriate employee development strategies to maximize employee performance and morale; Ability to maintain the operational readiness of equipment and personnel; Ability to read, interpret and effectively apply relevant agency, state and federal laws, statutes, regulations, proclamations, policies and procedures; Ability to develop and supervise a District Budget; Ability to use agency and divisional purchasing procedures to facilitate District purchasing and provide assistance to Game Wardens and others as requested; Ability to use computers to develop, maintain and monitor reports, records, documents and other information; Ability to work under tight deadlines with changing priorities and workloads; Ability to work and interact effectively as a member of the agency, division and regional management teams to support and accomplish establish goals and objectives; Ability to conduct work activities in accordance with TPWD safety program. WORKING CONDITIONS Required to work from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday: Required to work overtime as necessary; Required to travel 20% with possible overnight stays; Required to reside within the Region and within a radius of up to 50 air miles from the Law Enforcement Office (LEO). If an LEO is not located within the District, the Captain will reside within the District at a location approved by the Major. Required to operate a State vehicle; Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles. TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER