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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. 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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 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 generous paid time off, group insurance, retirement and pension, and freque t 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: Ryan McGillicuddy, (512) 754-6844 x211PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Fisheries Management and Conservation, 505 Staples Rd., Bldg 1, San Marcos, TX 78666 GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Under the direction of the Conservation Team Leader, this position conducts riparian invasive species surveys, monitoring, and management in riparian habitat associated with creeks and rivers. Completes associated data entry, analysis, and reporting. Supervises volunteers and/or seasonal staff engaged in invasive species management, monitoring, prevention, and outreach. Uses ArcGIS and statistical-based analyses to create and maintain data-collection applications, guide management and outreach efforts, and develop project plans and reports. Enters data for various team projects and for equipment inventory/maintenance and performs quality control checks. Manages collaborative partnerships, grants, and contracts with agencies and nonprofit organizations to achieve landowner outreach and invasive species surveys. Oversees contractor activities to facilitate aquatic herbicide application treatment of invasive plants on public and private properties. Tracks status of surveys and treatments and performs regular quality-control activities. Reports regularly on project progress. Serves as a liaison to the public, other staff, and partner entities, utilizing excellent verbal and written communication skills to respond to questions and concerns related to riparian invasive species and relevant regulations. May serve as agency representative or alternate for regional invasive species task teams and other technical groups. Shares responsibility with the team for maintaining and preparing field equipment. Cleans and maintains chemical sprayers and other equipment and disposes of wastes following safety protocols. Conducts landowner workshops and other public outreach activities to develop key partnerships for implementation of projects related to riparian invasive species prevention and management and documentation of species distributions. Develops new educational materials and programs. Coordinates preparation of materials for outreach mailings or events. Assists with creation of social media content. May conduct applied research focused on the distribution, ecology, and impacts of invasive species in riparian and freshwater systems, and development of prevention and management strategies. May write management plans, technical reports, popular articles, and peer-reviewed articles for scientific journals. Performs additional duties as assigned. Complies with all Agency, Division and Branch rules, regulations, and procedures. Qualifications: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Gradua