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.

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 include:

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  Job Title
  
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  Dates of employment (month/year)
  
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  Name of Employer, Name of Supervisor Description of duties performed
  
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  Volunteer experience credit is counted toward any experience requirement. Please list those experiences to receive credit towards meeting the minimum requirements.
  
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  Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification; you may state 'unknown' for any incomplete fields.
  
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  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.
  
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  Applications with "See attached" or "See resume" will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
  
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  Resumes are encouraged as attachments but will not be used to determine eligibility
  
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  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.



MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY CODES:

Job Classification

Service

Military Specialty

Budget Analyst I-V

Army

36B, 36A, 70C

Budget Analyst I-V

Navy

310X, 651X, 751X

Budget Analyst I-V

Coast Guard

SK, F&S, FIN10, SEI15

Budget Analyst I-V

Marine Corps

3451, 3402, 3404, 3408, 8844

Budget Analyst I-V

Air Force

6F0X1, 65FX, 65WX

Budget Analyst I-V

Space Force

No Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.

*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:

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  Veteran- DD214 showing honorable discharge or Statement of Service (only for transitioning service members who have not reached their date of separation).
  
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  Surviving spouse of a veteran who has not remarried- Marriage Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation.
  
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  Orphan of a veteran killed while on active duty- Birth Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation.
  
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  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.
  
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  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 .

HIRING CONTACT: Margaret Scarborough, (512) 389-4725, Email: margaret.scarborough@tpwd.texas.gov

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS:

Coastal Fisheries - Multiple Possible locations:

1502 FM 517 East, Dickinson, TX 77539

418 South 16th, Port O'Connor, TX 77982

702 Navigation Circle, Rockport, TX 78382

4300 Waldron Road, Corpus Christi, TX 78418

302 Medical Dr, Lake Jackson, TX 77566

4200 Smith School Road, Austin, TX 78744



GENERAL DESCRIPTION :

NOTE: INTERNAL POSTING, OPEN TO TPWD EMPLOYEES ONLY.

Under direct supervision of the Coastal Fisheries Budget/Contract Manager, this position performs advanced (senior-level) budget preparation and analysis work. Responsible for assisting the Coastal Fisheries Budget/Contract Manager in budget preparation, analysis, and oversight activities for the division's budgeting process to include salary and operational budgets, capital budget, and position control. Coordinates on a regular basis with Divisional staff on budget-related issues. Reviews and develops contracting documents, handles purchasing related functions, develops/reviews/evaluates complex specifications for procurements, trains other division staff, Works under minimal supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Performs additional duties as assigned, complies with all Agency, and Division rules, regulations and procedures.



Qualifications:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Education :

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree.

Experience :

Three years of progressively responsible government experience with purchasing, budget management and analysis; contract development and management processes and procedures.

Experience with the Centralized Accounting & Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS).

Licensure :

Must possess or be able to obtain, within 30 days of employment, a valid State driver's license.

Certified Texas Contract Developer Course.

Certified Contract Manager.

ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS :

Education :

One additional year of the progressively responsible government experience with purchasing, budget analysis or contract development and management may substitute for 30 hours of the required education, with a maximum substitution of 120 semester hours.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Education :

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Statistics or related field.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

Knowledge of budget administration and accounting principles.

Knowledge of governmental financial systems - CAPPS.

Knowledge of state government budget processes.

Knowledge of state purchasing and contract policies and procedures

Skill in using MS Word, Excel and Outlook.

Skill in effective verbal and written communication.

Skill in using computers for financial analysis, including accounting systems, spreadsheets, word processing and presentation software, and ad-hoc database query tools.

Skill in presenting financial data in a clear and understandable manner.

Skill in establishing and maintaining effective work relationships with co-workers and work-related contacts.

Skill in problem solving, identifying, researching and compiling information.

Ability to work as a member of a team.

Ability to research, analyze, and interpret financial data.

Ability to develop and enhance budgetary reports and schedules.

Ability to train others.

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Ability to meet deadlines.

Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

WORKING CONDITIONS :

Required to work from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Required to work overtime as necessary.

May be required to operate a State vehicle.

Required to travel 5% with possible overnight stays.

Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.

TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER


Closing Date: Apr 17, 2026, 12:59:00 AM

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