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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 Manager I-VII Army No Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply. Manager I-VII Navy 111x, 112X 113X 114X, 611X, 612X, 621X, 631X, 632X, 641X, 648X Manager I-VII Coast Guard SEI15 Manager I-VII Marine Corps 0203, 0207, 0302, 0520, 0602, 0802, 1802, 6502, 7202, 7208, 7210, 7220 Manager I-VII Air Force 8U000, 9G100, 16GX, 41AX, 86M0, 86P0 *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. BENEFITS: Texas Parks and Wildlife offers a variety of benefits for employees such as gene ous 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: Meredith Longoria, (512) 389-4410PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Wildlife Big Game Program, Office Location to be determined; must be within 150 miles of Austin. GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Under the direction of the Wildlife Division Deputy Director, the Big Game Program Director is responsible for advanced (senior-level) managerial work administering the daily operations and activities of an agencys business function, division, or department including directing, managing, and supervising all personnel and activities within the Big Game Program. Exercises broad initiative and discretion in the directing and execution of these programs and activities. Provides leadership and interdepartmental coordination as well as coordination with local, state and federal agencies, private landowners, corporations, development planners and consultants. Participates in public meetings and administrative hearings held by other state agencies that permit, fund or authorize projects. Responsible for building internal and external public support for TPWD programs and wildlife conservation within the private sector, nonprofit sector and governmental agencies. Responsible for Program budget preparation, submission, expenditures, and monitoring. Works under limited 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. Qualifications: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelors degree in wildlife science, wildlife management, wildlife ecology, conservation biology, natural resource management, or related discipline. Experience: Five years professional experience in natural resource management/wildlife/habitat conservation with experience in program level functions (i.e., strategic planning, regulation and policy development, stakeholder engagement, budgeting, employee/program development and evaluation); Three years professional experience, not associated with the pursuit of undergraduate or graduate degree programs, as a wildlife biologist, ecologist or closely related profession. Licensure: Must possess or be able to obtain, within 30 days of employment, a valid Class C Texas drivers license. NOTE: Retention of position is contingent upon obtaining and maintaining required license. ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS: Experience: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a masters degree in wildlife science,