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Overview TPWD - Natural Resources Specialist II - III (00058566). Organization: PARKS AND WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT. Primary Location: Texas-Tyler. Work Locations: SP-RO-R6-Tyler 11942-A FM 848 Suite 200 Tyler 75707. Job: Management. Employee Status: Regular. Schedule and Travel: Travel Yes, 25% of the Time. Salary (Pay Basis): 5,350.87 - 5,824.31 (Monthly). Number of Openings: 1. Overtime Status: Exempt.Job Posting: May 28, 2026, 2:50:19 PM. Closing Date: [not provided in original].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.BENEFITS Texas Parks and Wildlife offers a variety of benefits for employees such as generous paid time off, group insurance, retirement and pension, 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. Health insurance is available on the 1st of the following month after a 60-day waiting period for new employees or rehires.ResponsibilitiesThis position is responsible for planning and implementing natural resource stewardship activities within East Texas State Parks. Under the direction of the Regional Natural Resources Coordinator, this position plans, prepares, reviews and implements natural resources conservation activities for assigned state parklands. Duties include, but are not limited to:Developing management plans; providing GIS support for the region's parks and the Natural Resources Program.Inventory, monitoring and protection of sensitive natural resources; restoration and management of natural habitats.Developing, updating and implementing natural resource, fire, and other management plans for state parklands within the assigned region.Participating in the preparation of burn units and the implementation of prescribed fire actions.Reviewing TPWD infrastructure, operations, and proposed third-party developments affecting assigned parklands.Ensuring compliance with TPWD codes, policies, and applicable environmental regulations.Providing technical assistance, training and staff support to regional or park staff.Performing other duties as assigned and complying with agency rules and procedures.QualificationsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEducation : Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Wildlife Science, Conservation Science, Ecology, Environmental Science or a closely related field.Experience :NRS II : Two years field experience in Natural Resources Management, Conservation Science or closely related field.NRS III : Four years field experience in Natural Resources Management, Conservation Science or closely related field.Licensure :Must possess or be able to obtain a valid state driver's license within 30 days of employment.Non-Commercial Political Pesticide Applicators license with Aquatic Application certification within one year of employment.National Wildfire Coordinating Group Fire Fighter Type II certification within one year of employment.Note: Retention is contingent upon obtaining and maintaining required licenses and certifications.Physical Requirement :Must be able to pass the FFTII moderate duty physical fitness standard (walk 2 miles with 25 lb. pack in 30 minutes or less) within one year of employment. Retention contingent upon meeting and maintaining physical requirements.ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS :Experience : A Master's degree in Conservation Science, Wildlife Science, Ecological Science or a closely related field may substitute for one year of required experience.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :Education :Master's degree in Conservation Science, Wildlife Science, Ecological Science or closely related field.Experience :NRS II: Experience implementing conservation and resource management projects.NRS III: NRS II experience plus experience developing and leading implementation of resource management plans.Licensure :NRS II-III: Current National Wildfire Coordinator Group Fire Fighter Type II certification.NRS II-III: Current Non-Commercial Political Pesticide Applicators license with Aquatic Application certification.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :NRS II-III: Knowledge of ecosystem-based natural resource management and restoration techniques; knowledge of wildlife, plants, ecology and habitats in Region 6; knowledge of inventory and monitoring techniques; knowledge of environmental regulations.NRS II: Verbal and written communication; conducting biological surveys; technical report writing; MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook; GPS/GIS skills; collaboration; habitat management and restoration techniques.NRS III: All NRS II skills plus data analysis; project supervision; planning and supervising work; public and interagency coordination; research planning and design; training others; problem solving.Working ConditionsWork hours: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday; may work holidays, weekends and hours outside this window as necessary.Overtime as necessary; outdoor work in adverse conditions; travel up to 30% with possible overnight stays.Must conform to TPWD dress and safety standards; operate a State vehicle; non-smoking environment in state buildings and vehicles.Ability to perform manual labor including lifting up to 50 lbs.#J-18808-Ljbffr