Fish And Wildlife Technician I wildlife Technician
Fish and Wildlife Technician I (Wildlife Technician) Fish and Wildlife Technician I (Wildlife Technician) Salary $3,068.64 Monthly Location Cotulla, TX Job Type Regular Full Time Division Wildlife Job Number 18-00570 Branch CHAPARRAL WMA Closing 4/5/2018 11:59 PM Central Work Address Chaparral Wildlife Management Area, 64 Chaparral WMA Drive, Cotulla, TX 78014 Hiring Contact Sarah Resendez, (830) 676-3413 * Description * Benefits * Questions General Description Under the immediate supervision of the Project Leader, this position is responsible for assisting with habitat management, infrastructure maintenance, equipment maintenance, public use, and research within the South Texas Ecosystem Project on the Chaparral Wildlife Management Area (WMA). Work involves the collection of biological data and assisting with wildlife research projects as assigned. Main emphasis will be on the management of wildlife habitat and maintaining and repairing infrastructure/complex equipment needed for research, habitat management or maintenance activities. Assists with public hunting and other public use programs on assigned area where applicable. Provides wildlife management information to hunters, land managers, other user groups and the general public. Works under moderate supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Performs additional duties as assigned. Complies with all Agency, Division Branch rules, regulations and procedures. Note: Current TPWD Fish & Wildlife Technicians I-II may apply of this position at their current classification title and at the established Wildlife Division salary rate. Career ladder progression is available dependent upon business need. POSTING NUMBER: 18-00570 Qualification Guidelines MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: * Graduation from High School or GED. Experience: * Two years relevant experience. Licensure: * Must possess a valid class "A" Texas Commercial driver's license (with hazardous materials rider) OR must possess or be able to obtain, within 30 days of employment, a valid class "C" Texas driver's license and convert to a class "A" Commercial driver's license within one year of employment; * Required to complete the security threat assessment and obtain clearance from the federal Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to obtain a Texas CDL with a hazardous materials endorsement (HME) within one year of employment. NOTE: Retention of position is contingent upon obtaining and maintaining required licenses and compliance with State and Federal regulations including the Department of Transportation (DOT) required drug and alcohol testing. * Must possess or be able to obtain, within one year of employment, a Political Subdivision Pesticides/Herbicides Applicator's license issued by the Texas Department of Agriculture. NOTE: Retention of position contingent upon obtaining and maintaining required licenses. * Must possess or be able to obtain, within one year of employment, the National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) Fire Fighter Type II certification. NOTE: Retention of position contingent upon obtaining and maintaining required licenses and certification and compliance with state and federal regulations. Physical Requirements: * Must be able to pass, within one year of employment, the FFTII moderate duty physical fitness standard (walk 2 miles with a 25 lb pack in 30 minutes or less) OR the arduous duty physical fitness standard (walk 3 miles with a 45 lb pack in 45 minutes or less). NOTE: Retention of position contingent upon meeting and maintaining physical requirements. ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS: Experience: * Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field may substitute for the required experience. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience: * Two years work experience in wildlife management, farm or ranch operations, building maintenance, vehicle repairs, heavy equipment operation and maintenance; * Two years work experience using computers to include word processing and spreadsheet programs. Licensure: * A valid Class "A" Commercial driver's license (CDL); * Current National Wildfire Coordinating Group's (NWCG) Fire Fighter II Type certification. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities * Knowledge of wildlife habitats and wildlife species indigenous to South Texas; * Knowledge of wildlife habitats, farming and livestock practices applicable to South Texas; * Skill in using MS Word, Excel and Outlook; * Skill in effective verbal and written communication; * Skill in operating common farming and ranching machinery and heavy equipment to include dozers, farm tractors, shredders, and discs; * Skill in welding, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, fencing, mechanical and road maintenance; * Skill in operating specialized equipment such as maintainers, skid steers, ORVs, and ATVs; * Skill in using hand tools, power tools, and mechanical equipment; * Ability to perform grounds maintenance activities such as mowing and weed eating; * Ability to plan, coordinate and organize assigned work activities; * Ability to observe and record biological data; * Ability to meet and deal effectively with the public, landowners and co-workers; * Ability to maintain accurate records, comply with purchasing documentation, and prepare written correspondence; * Ability to assist with management, research and conducting public hunts for extended periods of time; * Ability to perform manual labor including lifting supplies and materials up to 50 lbs.; * Ability to work both independently with little or no supervision; * Ability to work as a member of a team; * Ability to perform basic report writing; * Works under moderate supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. * Ability to conduct work activities in accordance with TPWD safety program. Additional Information WORKING CONDITIONS: * Required to work from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday; * Required to work on holidays, weekends, and hours other than 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. as necessary; * Required to perform work outdoors, occasionally in adverse weather conditions; * Required to operate heavy equipment and farm machinery; * Required to perform manual labor, including lifting supplies and materials up to 50 lbs.; * Must be able to tolerate extreme changes in temperature and humidity; * Required to travel 20% with possible overnight stays; * Required to operate state vehicle; * Required to pass drug screening prior to employment; * Required to pass a previous employment drug testing history verification for all CDL positions held within the past two years; * Subject to random, post incident and reasonable cause testing for the duration of employment; * Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: In order to be considered for this position, the following information is required: * Submittal of a completed online application; * Work history experience MUST be completed in the online application; * A scanned copy of official college transcript(s) issued from the registrar must be attached to the online application (if applicable); * Applicants must attach a DD214 or other supporting documentation to the online application to claim Veterans Preference. NOTE: Resume and professional references may be attached to the online application, but not in place of the completed application. A skills test may be conducted at time of interview. Army 68, 64 Navy NO MIL EQUIVALENT Coast Guard MST, 790, 72 Marine Corps NO MIL EQUIVALENT Air Force 43MX http://www.hr.sao.state.tx.us/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_NaturalResources.pdf (Download PDF reader) Available benefits as a TPWD employee: * Group Insurance Benefits Employees Retirement System * Health Insurance * Dental Insurance * Optional Term Life Insurance * Dependent Life Insurance * Short- and Long-term Disability Insurance * Voluntary Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance * Flexible health and dependent day care accounts TexFlex * Retirement program Employees Retirement System * Deferred Compensation 401(k) and 457 Texa$aver * Group legal services program Texas Legal Protection Plan * Paid time off