Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's OR higher degree in Biology, Life Sciences, Geography, Geology, Environmental Management, Environmental Science, Statistics or closely related field.
Experience
NRS I: No experience required.
NRS II: Two years relevant experience.
NRSIII: Six years relevant experience.
Licensure
Must possess or be able to obtain within 30 days of employment, a valid Class "C" Texas driver's license.
NOTE: Retention of position contingent upon obtaining and maintaining required license.
ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS
Experience
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in Biology, Life Sciences, Geography, Geology, Environmental Management, Environmental Science, Statistics or closely related field may substitute for one year of the required experience.
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a PhD degree Biology, Life Sciences, Geography, Geology, Environmental Management, Environmental Science, Statistics or closely related field may substitute for two years of the required experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree or PhD in a Natural Resource Science or a related Biological Science, Geography, Statistics or Computer Science.
Experience
Experience collecting, managing, and analyzing environmental/ecological data.
Experience in operation and maintenance of trailers and vessels.
Experience with geospatial mapping software and techniques (e.g. ArcGIS).
Experience with the design and management of research projects.
Experience with and/or knowledge of remote sensing techniques.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
NRS I:
Knowledge of ecological, biological, hydrological and scientific principles and techniques;
Knowledge of GIS software and programing;
Knowledge of boats, outboard motors, trailers, vehicle operation and basic maintenance;
Knowledge of ecology, coastal and estuarine, fauna and flora;
Knowledge of geography of Texas coastal and near-shore ecosystems;
Knowledge of habitat sampling techniques and methods;
Knowledge of GIS applications and software;
Nrs Ii
Knowledge of Natural Resource Specialist I; PLUS:
Knowledge of State and Federal laws affecting fish and wildlife resources;
Knowledge of remote sensing and in-situ survey methods;
Knowledge of fundamental statistical analyses and design;
Nrs Iii
Knowledge of Natural Resource Specialist II; PLUS
Knowledge and understanding of environmental management concepts and techniques;
Knowledge of the grant writing process and funding avenues;
Knowledge of advanced GIS applications and software;
Nrs i
Skill in using MS Work, Excel and Outlook;
Skill in effective verbal and written communication;
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective work relationships with co-workers and work related contacts;
Skill in using personal computers;
Skill in using various general software applications;
Skill in identification of coastal fish and wildlife resources;
Nrs Ii
Skill in Natural Resource Specialist I; PLUS
Skill in applying specific data handling software packages and data analysis;
Skill in interpretation of remote sensing data such as side scan sonar imagery, and bathymetry;
Skill in performing field work in coastal environments (boating, navigation, sea conditions, weather);
Skill in the use of basic ArcGIS applications
Nrs Iii
Skill in Natural Resource Specialist II; PLUS
Skill in data compilation, analysis, and report writing
Skill in use of large databases including extraction, summary, interpretations and applications in management.
Skill with specialized acoustic sampling software (e.g. Chesapeake, SonarWiz, Hypack)
Skill with advanced GIS applications (3D Analyst, Spatial Analyst)
Skill in the management of grants and independent projects, including designing projects, meeting deliverables, and budgeting.
Nrs i
Ability to communicate effectively with the public;
Ability to participate in field based sampling activities;
Ability to follow instructions;
Ability to work as a member of a team;
Ability to perform manual labor including lifting supplies and materials up to 50 lbs.;
Ability to conduct work activities in accordance with TPWD safety program;
Ability to work under moderate supervision with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement;
Nrs Ii
Ability of Natural Resource Specialist I; PLUS:
Ability to design scientific experiments, collect data and prepare scientific reports;
Ability to review, interpret, summarize, and comment on technical documents;
Ability to prepare and make written and oral reports/presentations to technical and non-technical audiences;
Ability to maintain flexibility and work with frequent interruptions and multiple changing priorities;
Ability to work under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment;
Nrs Iii
Ability of Natural Resource Specialist II; PLUS:
Ability to work with TPWD staff, members of the public, and other agency and private parties;
Ability to train others;
Ability to oversee and manage all aspects of project design and management;
Ability to work under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of intuitive and independent judgment;
WORKING CONDITIONS
Required to work hours other than 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with days off other than;
Saturday, Sundays and holidays; Required to work outdoors in extreme temperatures and inclement weather;
This position is suitable to telework in accordance with TPWD telework policy and the candidate may be authorized to telework with supervisor approval;
Required to wade in water, deep mud, over rough and uneven surfaces or bay bottom, and boat in rough seas;
Required to perform work in water-based field activities, including work aboard seagoing vessels;
Required to perform manual labor including, lifting supplies and materials up to 50 lbs.;
Required to travel up to 40% with possible overnight stays;
Must conform to TPWD dress and grooming standards, work rules and safety procedures;
Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles/vessels.
TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Qualifications
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