You are viewing a preview of this job. Log in or register to view more details about this job.

Natural Resources Specialist I-II-III (Coastal Ecologist) (00040836)

Texas Parks & Wildlife Department
Email

TPWD - Natural Resources Specialist I-II-III (Coastal Ecologist) (00040836) 

Organization

: PARKS AND WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT 

Primary Location

: Texas-Corpus Christi 

Work Locations

: 

CF-Corpus Christi Field Sta (802-3437060907) 

1409 Waldron Rd. Suite 2500 Unit 5846

 Corpus Christi 78418

   

Job

: Management 

Employee Status

: Regular 

Schedule

: Full-time Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00 

Travel

: Yes, 50 % of the Time 

State Job Code: 2682  

Salary Admin Plan: B 

Grade: 16 18, 20 

Salary (Pay Basis)

: 3,649.17 - 5,546.80 (Monthly) 

Number of Openings

: 1 

Overtime Status

: Exempt 

Job Posting

: Mar 26, 2024, 8:07:56 AM 

Closing Date

: Apr 23, 2024, 11:59:00 PM 

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.

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

Natural Resources Specialist I-V

Army

92W

Natural Resources Specialist I-V

Navy

AG, 180X, 680X

Natural Resources Specialist I-V

Coast Guard

MST, MSSR, OAR15

Natural Resources Specialist I-V

Marine Corps

6842, 6862, 6802, 8831

Natural Resources Specialist I-V

Air Force

1W0X1, 9S100, 15WX

*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 complete the Military Employment Preference Survey and attach this form and required documentation referenced on this form 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.
  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: Evan Pettis, (361) 431-6003 x821

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: CF-Habitat Assessment, 1409 Waldron Rd, Corpus Christi, TX 78418

 

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under the direction of the Habitat Assessment Team-Team Leader, this position is responsible for performing duties associated with mapping, assessing, inventorying, and monitoring Texas coastal habitats and associated fish and wildlife species. Helps identify, recommend, and promote effective conservation, restoration, and management targets for critical coastal habitats and their associated species.  Identifies future needs for long-term habitat monitoring and assessments of impacts to coastal habitats. Performs duties associated with collection, processing, analysis, and dissemination of survey data, including remote sensing (sidescan sonar, multibeam, and singlebeam echosounder) and in-situ data. Assists in the planning, design, construction, and monitoring of restoration projects. Communicates and interacts with the general public and peers.  Operates equipment safely and maintains equipment and facilities.  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 Bachelor’s OR higher degree in Biology, Life Sciences, Geography, Geology, Environmental Management, Environmental Science, Statistics  or closely related field.

Experience:

NRS I:  No experience;

NRS II:  Two years relevant experience;

NRSIII: Six years relevant experience.

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 contingent upon obtaining and maintaining required license.

 

ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS:

Experience:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master’s degree in Biology, Life Sciences, Geography, Geology, Environmental Management, Environmental Science, Statistics or closely related field may substitute for one year of the required experience;

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a PhD degree Biology, Life Sciences, Geography, Geology, Environmental Management, Environmental Science, Statistics or closely related field may substitute for two years of the required experience.

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience:

Experience collecting, managing, and analyzing environmental/ecological data;

Experience in operation and maintenance of trailers and vessels;

Experience with geospatial mapping software and techniques (e.g. ArcGIS);

Experience with the design and management of research projects;

Experience with and/or knowledge of remote sensing techniques.

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

NRS I:

Knowledge of boats, outboard motors, trailers, vehicle operation and basic maintenance;

Knowledge of ecology, coastal and estuarine, fauna and flora; 

Knowledge of geography of Texas coastal and near-shore ecosystems;

Knowledge of habitat sampling techniques and methods;

Knowledge of GIS applications and software;

NRS II:

Knowledge of Natural Resource Specialist I; PLUS:

Knowledge of State and Federal laws affecting fish and wildlife resources;

Knowledge of remote sensing and in-situ survey methods;

Knowledge of fundamental statistical analyses and design;

NRS III:

Knowledge of Natural Resource Specialist II; PLUS

Knowledge and understanding of environmental management concepts and techniques

Knowledge of the grant writing process and funding avenues.

Knowledge of advanced GIS applications and software

NRS I:

Skill in using MS Work, Excel and Outlook;

Skill in effective verbal and written communication;

Skill in establishing and maintaining effective work relationships with co-workers and work related contacts;

Skill in using personal computers;

Skill in using various general software applications;

Skill in identification of coastal fish and wildlife resources;

NRS II: 

Skill in Natural Resource Specialist I; PLUS

Skill in applying specific data handling software packages and data analysis;

Skill in interpretation of remote sensing data such as side scan sonar imagery, and bathymetry;

Skill in performing field work in coastal environments (boating, navigation, sea conditions, weather);

Skill in the use of basic ArcGIS applications

NRS III:

Skill in Natural Resource Specialist II; PLUS

Skill in data compilation, analysis, and report writing

Skill in use of large databases including extraction, summary, interpretations and applications in management.

Skill with specialized acoustic sampling software (e.g. Chesapeake, SonarWiz, Hypack)

Skill with advanced GIS applications (3D Analyst, Spatial Analyst)

Skill in the management of grants and independent projects, including designing projects, meeting deliverables, and budgeting.

NRS I: 

Ability to communicate effectively with the public

Ability to participate in field based sampling activities;

Ability to follow instructions;

Ability to work as a member of a team;

Ability to perform manual labor including lifting supplies and materials up to 50 lbs.;

Ability to conduct work activities in accordance with TPWD safety program;

Ability to work under moderate supervision with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement;

NRS II:

Ability of Natural Resource Specialist I; PLUS

Ability to design scientific experiments, collect data and prepare scientific reports;

Ability to review, interpret, summarize, and comment on technical documents;

Ability to prepare and make written and oral reports/presentations to technical and non-technical audiences;

Ability to maintain flexibility and work with frequent interruptions and multiple changing priorities;

Ability to work under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

NRS III:

Ability of Natural Resource Specialist II; PLUS

Ability to work with TPWD staff, members of the public, and other agency and private parties;

Ability to train others;

Ability to oversee and manage all aspects of project design and management;

Ability to work under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of intuitive and independent judgment.

 

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Required to work hours other than 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with days off other than Saturday, Sundays and holidays; Required to work outdoors in extreme temperatures and inclement weather;

Required to wade in water, deep mud, over rough and uneven surfaces or bay bottom, and boat in rough seas;

Required to perform work in water-based field activities, including work aboard seagoing vessels;

Required to perform manual labor including, lifting supplies and materials up to 50 lbs.;

This position is suitable to telework two days per week and the candidate may be allowed to telework with supervisor approval;

Required to travel up to 40% with possible overnight stays;

Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles/vessels.

 

TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER