DW-TPWD Headquarters (802TX-1818180780)
4200 Smith School Road
Austin, 78744

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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. Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification; you may state ‘unknown’ for any incomplete fields. 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 SUBMITTED THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS: Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting. To complete the supplemental questions, go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login. CAPPS Recruit, https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en

MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY CODES:

Job Classification	Service	Military Specialty
Geographic Information Specialist I-V	Army	12Y, 25B, 35G, 125D, 350G
Geographic Information Specialist I-V	Navy	AG, IS, IT, 181X, 182X, 183X, 680X, 681X, 682X, 683X, 780X, 781X, 782X, 783X,
Geographic Information Specialist I-V	Coast Guard	IS, IT, CYB10, CYB11, CYB14, ISM, ISS
Geographic Information Specialist I-V	Marine Corps	0241, 0261
Geographic Information Specialist I-V	Air Force	1N1X1, 3E5X1

*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 development 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: Venugopal Nerametla, (512) 389-4787

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Information Technology - Technical Services, 4200 Smith School Road, Austin, Texas 78744

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

This position performs advanced (senior-level) geographic information systems work including maintaining and administering the TPWD enterprise Geographic Information System (GIS) infrastructure. Responsible for the maintenance and administration (configures, installs, manages, and documents) of the GIS enterprise architecture including servers, applicable software, and data integrity. Consults with the appropriate TPWD IT staff, Service Providers, and Stakeholders to ensure systems are developed per the required specifications and in a secure environment. Works with data management teams to integrate spatial components. Works under minimal supervision, with considerable 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.

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in computer science, Computer Information Systems, Geography, Geographic Information Systems Technology, Management Information Systems or closely related field.

Experience:

Five years as GIS Infrastructure Administrator and or GIS specialist.

Five years in geographic system analysis and project management work.

Two years experience maintaining an enterprise GIS infrastructure environment.

Licensure:

If driving is required, applicant must possess a valid State driver’s license.

ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS

Education:

Two additional year of experience with Windows system administration may substitute for 30 hours of the required education, with maximum substitution of 120 semester hours.

Experience:

Three additional years of experience in administering and maintaining an enterprise GIS infrastructure environment may substitute for 30 hours of the required education, with maximum substitution of 120 semester hours.

NOTE: Experience may have occurred concurrently.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

ESRI Technical Certifications.

Experience:

Five years of experience in GIS applications.

Five years of experience in administering and maintaining an enterprise GIS infrastructure environment.

NOTE: Experience may have occurred concurrently.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of principles, practices and techniques of GIS;

Knowledge of the establishment and management of geospatial data in a multiuser enterprise geodatabase (ArcGIS for Server/MS-SQL Server) environment;

Knowledge of Windows servers and Active Directory;

Knowledge of geodatabase system integration including programming, software, hardware, security and networking needs;

Knowledge of enterprise data management and business intelligence tools;

Knowledge of geodatabase design, development and administration;

Knowledge of software/application development life cycle;

Skill in effective technical and interpersonal communication with audiences of varying familiarity with the subject matter;

Skill in effective verbal and written communication;

Skill in providing quality customer service in a courteous and professional manner;

Skill in project management;

Skill in problem solving;

Skill in making independent, sound, timely decisions;

Skill in managing several projects simultaneously;

Skill in planning and implementing strategic GIS initiatives;

Skill in using MS Office Suite;

Skill in using ESRI suite of products;

Skill in hosting web map applications;

Skill in administration of enterprise GIS infrastructure environment, such as ArcGIS Enterprise;

Skill in administration of MS SQL Server;

Skill in administration of MS Internet Information Services (IIS);

Ability to establish priorities and effectively coordinate complex tasks;

Ability to exercise sound judgement in making critical decisions;

Ability to work with Data Center Service Provider and Support Towers;

Ability to document technical procedures;

Ability to adapt to advances in spatial technology;

Ability to conduct work activities in accordance with TPWD safety program.

WORKING CONDITIONS

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

Required to work overtime as necessary.

Required to work on holidays, weekends and hours other than 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. as necessary.

Required to respond to after-hour calls for assistance when necessary.

This position is suitable to telework with supervisor approval.

Required to pass a national fingerprint-based background check prior to employment offer. Potential candidates will be responsible for expenses related to the background check.

Required to travel 5% 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.

TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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