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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 includeand#183; Job Titleand#183; Dates of employment (month/year)and#183; Hours worked per weekand#183; Name of Employer, Name of Supervisor and Phone Numberand#183; Description of duties performedand#183; Volunteer experience credit is counted toward any experience requirement. Please list those experiences to receive credit towards meeting the minimum requirements.and#183; 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.and#183; Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification; you may state and#8216;unknownand#8217; for any incomplete fields.and#183; 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.and#183; Applications with and#8220;See attached" or "See resume" will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.and#183; 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. NEED HELP? Watch our VIDEO ON HOW TO APPLY FOR JOBSMILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY CODES:Job ClassificationServiceMilitary SpecialtyProgram Specialist I-VIIArmyNo Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.Program Specialist I-VIINavyOS, YN, YNS, 611X, 612X, 641X, 712XProgram Specialist I-VIICoast GuardOS, YN, OSS, PERS,Program Specialist I-VIIMarine CorpsNo Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.Program Specialist I-VIIAir Force8U000, 16GX, 60C0, 63G0, 86M0, 86P0, 88A0, 88B0https://www.onetonline.org/crosswalk/MOC/ https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MilitaryCrosswalkGuide.pdfMILITARY 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, 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: Carolyn Gonzales, (512) 389-4893PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: TPWD Headquarters, 4200 Smith School Road, Austin, TX 78744GENERAL DESCRIPTIONThis position is responsible for assisting supervisors and employees have a positive and productive work environment and experience that leads to individual and organizational success. The position is afforded the opportunity to learn about park and program operations through case management and training which may involve travel to State Parks facilities throughout the state.Under the direction of the State Parks Staff Services and Administration Program Director, this position performs highly complex (senior-level) human resources management work for the State Parks Division. Responsible for performing work specializing in staff relations issues. Serves as one of the principal contacts for employees and supervisors analyzing problems and providing consultation and solutions to staff relations issues. Provides objective counsel and advice regarding employee rights, responsibilities, and related issues, such as employee/supervisor disputes, employment law or policy interpretation, job performance, workplace conduct, and disciplinary process. Works to help resolve conflicts at the lowest levels. Acts with discretion in handling sensitive employee data. Receives guidance from and coordinates work with the supervisor and counterparts in the Human Resources and Legal Division. Works under limited supervision, with moderate latitude for use of initiative and independent judgment. 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 Bachelors degree or higher in Business Administration, Human Resources, or closely related field.
Experience:
Four years combined experience in human resource employee relations, including experience in interpreting policies, advising managers and employees regarding policies, job performance, employee conduct and disciplinary matters, conflict management, conducting employment law related complaint investigations, producing written findings and investigative reports, and managing special projects.
Twelve months of supervisory experience including training and performance management.
Experience facilitating discussions.
NOTE: Experience may have occurred concurrently.
Licensure:
Applicant Must possess or be able to obtain and hold within 30 days of employment, a Texas class C driver's license.
ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS:
Education:
One additional year of combined experience in human resource employee relations, including experience in interpreting policies, advising managers and emplo
