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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=enMILITARY 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 developme t 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: Angela Schrift, (512) 389-8755 PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Applicant will have an opportunity to choose between the following two work locations: TPWD Austin Headquarters - Inland Fisheries, 4200 Smith School Road, Austin, TX 78744; Corpus Christi Fisheries Management Office, 23198 Park Rd. 25, Mathis, TX 78368 GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Under the direction of the Program Leader, the Natural Resources Specialist II position performs complex (journey-level) natural resources work, Natural Resources Specialist III Performs highly complex (senior-level) natural resources work, Performs advanced (senior-level) natural resources work. This includes working as a member of the Department's Natural Resources Damage Assessment Team, in cooperation with other state and federal natural resource trustee agencies. Works as a principal scientist in natural resource damage investigations to evaluate potential injuries caused by oil spills and the release of hazardous substances, to pursue compensation for those injuries. As part of the Natural Resource Damage Assessment process, assists in the development and implementation of injury assessment studies for natural resources. Assists in the development of damage assessment and restoration plans to quantify injuries and propose restoration alternatives to the public. Reviews ecological risk assessments, evaluating the analysis of the impacts of chemicals and other contaminants to natural resources, and assembling recommendations to minimize impacts to natural resources. Assists in the development and oversight of remediation plans. Plans and manages the implementation of habitat restoration and conservation projects supported through damage recoveries and settlements, including task and budget tracking. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Performs additional duties as assigned. Complies with all Agency, Division and Branch rules, regulations and procedures. NOTE (1): This position will assist in performing Natural Resource Damage Assessments: https://tpwd.texas.gov/landwater/water/environconcerns/damage_assessment/ NOTE (2): Please submit a writing sample (e.g., thesis, publication, professional letter or report), where you were the primary/lead author. Qualifications: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Aquatic Biology, Wildlife Biology, Fisheries, Zoology, Ecology, Natural Science, Environmental Science, Ecotoxicology, Environmental Toxicology, or closely related field. Experience: NRS II: Two years relevant experience.