Natural Resources Specialist

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TPWD MISSIONTo 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:Job Title

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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 ClassificationServiceMilitary SpecialtyNatural Resources Specialist I-VArmy92WNatural Resources Specialist I-VNavyAG, 180X, 680XNatural Resources Specialist I-VCoast GuardMST, MSSR, OAR15Natural Resources Specialist I-VMarine Corps6842, 6862, 6802, 8831.Natural Resources Specialist I-VAir Force1W0X1, 9S100, 15WXNatural Resources Specialist I-VSpace ForceNo Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.*More information on military occupational specialty codes can be found below: 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 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 s rving 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: Brandon Childers, (903) 705-2697, Email: [email protected] WORK ADDRESS: 11942-A FM 848 Suite 200 Tyler, TX 75707GENERAL DESCRIPTIONThis position is responsible for planning and implementing natural resource stewardship activities within East Texas State Parks.Under the direction of the Regional Natural Resources Coordinator, this position is responsible for assisting with implementing strategies and procedures to protect, restore and/or manage natural resources on Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) State Parks within the Region. Responsible for planning, preparing, reviewing and implementing natural resources conservation activities for assigned state parklands. Duties include, but not limited to: written management plan preparation; GIS support for regionand#8217;s parks and the Natural Resources Program; inventory, monitoring, and protection of sensitive natural resources; and restoration and management of natural habitats. Assists in developing, updating, and implementing natural resource, fire, and other management plans for state parklands within assigned region. Participates in preparation of burn units and implementation of prescribed fire actions. Assists in or conducts reviews for TPWD infrastructure and operational developments and repairs, as well as proposed third party developments affecting assigned state parklands. Assures compliance with TPWD code and policies, Natural Resources Program guidelines, State and Federal Endangered Species laws, and other federal and state environmental regulations. Provides technical assistance, training and staff support to regional or park staff. 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 Bachelorand#8217;s degree in Wildlife Science, Conservation Science, Ecology, Environmental Science or closely related field.Experience:NRS II:Two years field experience in Natural Resources Management, Conservation Science or closely related field.NRS III:Four years field experience in Natural Resources Management, Conservation Science or closely related field.Licensure:Must possess or be able to obtain, within 30 days of employment, a valid state driverand#8217;s license;Must possess or be able to obtain, within one year of employment, a Non-Commercial Political Pesticide Applicators license issued by the Texas Department of Agriculture to include the Aquatic Application certification;Must possess or be able to obtain, within one year of employment, the National Wildfire Coordinator Groupand#8217;s (NWCG) Fire Fighter Type II certification;NOTE: Retention of position contingent upon obtaining and maintaining required licenses and certifications.Physical Requirement:Must be able to pass, within one year of employment, the FFTII moderate duty physical fitness standard (walk 2 miles with 25 lb. pack in 30 minutes or less).NOTE: Retention of position contingent upon meeting and maintaining physical requirements.ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS:Experience:NRS II-III:Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Masterand#8217;s degree in Conservation Science, Wildlife Science, Ecological Science or closely related field may substitute for one year of the required experience. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Education:NRS II-III:Graduation from an accredited college or university with Masterand#8217;s degree in