TPWD - Manager V (Wildlife Conservation Program Director)

Job Description:

TPWD - Manager V (Wildlife Conservation Program Director)

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

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, 5502, 0602, 0802, 1802, 6302, 6502, 7202, 7208, 7210, 7220

Manager I-VII

Air Force

8U000, 9G100, 16GX, 41AX, 86M0, 86P0

Manager I-VII

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, (512) 389-4410, Email: [email protected]

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Wildlife Conservation, TBD within 120 miles of TPWD Headquarters located at 4200 Smith School Rd, Austin, TX 78744

GENERAL DESCRIPTION :

Under the direction of the Wildlife Division Deputy Director, the Conservation Program Director performs advanced (senior-level) managerial work administering the daily operations and activities of an agency's business function, division, or department. Responsible for directing, managing, and supervising all personnel and activities within the Wildlife Conservation Program, including nongame wildlife permits, Urban Wildlife Technical Guidance, Community Engagement and Stewardship, and Nongame and Rare Species programs. Exercises broad initiative and discretion in the directing and execution of these programs and activities. Provides direction, leadership, and guidance to Program staff in the execution of their duties. Responsible for Program budget preparation, submission, expenditures and monitoring. Responsible for building internal and external public support for TPWD programs and wildlife conservation. Provides oversight on proposed regulatory packages. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Complies with all Agency and Division rules, regulations and procedures.

NOTE: Be sure to attach your transcript(s) to the job application. A cover letter is strongly recommended.



Qualifications:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Education :

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a B.S. Degree in Wildlife Science, Wildlife Ecology, Ecology, Ornithology, Mammalogy, or closely related discipline.

Experience :

Five years of professional experience, not associated with the pursuit of undergraduate or graduate degree programs, as a wildlife biologist, ecologist or as a closely related natural resource scientist.

Two years of supervisory experience.

NOTE: Experience may have occurred concurrently.

Licensure :

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

NOTE: Retention of position is contingent upon obtaining and maintaining required license.

ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS :

Education :

A Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in Wildlife Biology, Wildlife Management, Wildlife Ecology or closely related field in Natural Resource Management may substitute for one year of the required experience.

A Ph.D. from an accredited college or university in Wildlife Biology, Wildlife Management, Wildlife Ecology or closely related field in Natural Resource Management may substitute for two years of the required experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Education :

A Master's Degree or Ph.D. from an accredited college or university in Wildlife Biology, Wildlife Management, Wildlife Ecology or closely related field in Natural Resource Management.

Experience :

Seven years professional experience, not associated with the pursuit of undergraduate or graduate degree programs 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).

Five years of supervisory experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :

Knowledge of basic life history, behavior, and habitat needs of Texas wildlife.

Knowledge of wildlife habitat management and wildlife research techniques applicable to Texas.

Knowledge of state and federal laws relevant to Texas wildlife conservation.

Knowledge of federal agreements and programs available to Texas landowners used to enhance wildlife populations and habitat.

Knowledge of principles and practices of public administration and management.

Knowledge of computers and computer programs used for word processing, spreadsheets, and presentations.

Skill in effective verbal and written communication.

Skill in designing and administering wildlife management and research programs.

Skill in dealing with state, federal, and private conservation organizations.

Skill in dealing with the public.

Skill in building partnerships.

Skill in developing budgets and handling financial issues.

Skill in handling personnel issues and resolving conflicts.

Skill in using computers and computer programs used for word processing, spreadsheets, and presentations.

Skill in directing and organizing program activities.

Skill in establishing goals and objectives that support the strategic plan.

Skill in identifying problems, evaluating alternatives, and implementing effective solutions.

Skill in meeting deadlines and directing the work of teams.

Ability to effectively resolve complicated issues.

Ability to evaluate policies and procedures.

Ability to plan, assign, and supervise the work of others.

Ability to interpret state regulations and develop and administer policy from those regulations.

WORKING CONDITIONS :

Required to work from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Required to work overtime, as necessary.

Must conform to TPWD dress and grooming standards, work rules, and safety procedures.

Required to travel up to 35% with possible overnight stays.

Required to operate a state vehicle.

Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.

TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER


Closing Date: Mar 25, 2026, 9:59:00 PM