Texas Parks and Wildlife Department · 23 hours ago
TPWD - Staff Services Officer III (Internal Applicants Only)
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is dedicated to managing and conserving the natural and cultural resources of Texas. They are seeking a Staff Services Officer III to perform complex staff services work, including human resources, accounting, budgeting, and property management, under the direction of the Major, Game Warden.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
In consultation with the Human Resources Division, prepares, edits, and distributes correspondence, reports, forms, and documents
Plans and coordinates special and administrative assignments or programs
Coordinates varied records processing activities requiring the application of policies and procedures
Assists in interpreting and ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws, rules, and regulations
May coordinate and schedule training for agency employees
May coordinate and assist with developing job postings and screening applicants; and may answer policy and procedure questions on promotions, demotions, merit increases, transfers, and separation of employees
May process employee payroll changes, handle employee leave requests, and serve as leave coordinator
May order merchandise, supplies, and equipment in accordance with state and agency requirements
May prepare and track all procurement requests in accordance with all state and agency requirements
May process purchase orders, coordinate and monitor expenditures, and maintain inventory
May coordinate and schedule travel for agency employees and serve as travel coordinator
Develops and maintains records, filing systems and perform record retention work including coordinating with staff on disposal of records according to the agency retention schedule
Assists with analyzing internal processes and recommending and implementing procedural or policy changes to improve operations
May perform facilities management functions such as submitting work order requests and completing reports
May maintain equipment, materials, and supplies
Provides Office Support – Receives and disseminates Regional or Division information
Answers customer and employee questions by phone and in person concerning Parks & Wildlife rules and regulations
Performs additional duties as assigned
Complies with Agency, Division and Department rules, regulations, and procedures
Qualification
Required
Graduation from High School or GED
Five years of administrative support experience
Experience in planning, coordinating and performing staff services functions such as office management, business administration, human resource administration, purchasing or budget preparation work
Experience providing assistance to several positions such as division directors, supervisors/managers, and/or staff related to various staff services functions
Experience preparing, editing, and distributing correspondence, reports, forms or documents
Experience providing guidance to others
Must successfully complete the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts Basic Texas Purchaser Course within six months of employment hire date if required by agency or divisional leadership
Must possess a valid State of Texas driver's license
Retention of position contingent upon obtaining and maintaining required license and completion of required training
Preferred
Experience in office management
Experience in accounting, auditing and/or finance
Experience in budget preparation and analysis
Experience in preparation of budgetary and forecasting measurement and reporting
Benefits
Generous paid time off
Group insurance
Retirement and pension
Frequent training and staff development opportunities
Longevity pay
Merit pay
Deferred compensation
Flexible benefit plans
401K/457 retirement plans
Direct deposit
Staggered work hours
Employee Assistance Program
Return-to-Work Program
Company
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
The mission of Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is 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.