TPWD - Manager III

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:

• Job Title

• Dates of employment (month/year)

• Name of Employer, Name of Supervisor Description of duties performed

• Volunteer experience credit is counted toward any experience requirement.  Please list those experiences to receive credit towards meeting the minimum requirements. 

• Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification; you may state ‘unknown’ for any incomplete fields.

• 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. 

• Applications with “See attached" or "See resume" will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

• Resumes are encouraged as attachments but will not be used to determine eligibility

• 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
Manager I-VII	Army	No Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply
Manager I-VII	Navy	111X, 112X, 113X, 114X, 611X, 612X, 621X, 631X, 632X, 641X, 648X
Manager I-VII	Coast Guard	SEI15
Manager I-VII	Marine Corps	0203, 0207, 0302, 0520, 5502, 0602, 0802, 1802, 6302, 6502, 7202, 7208, 7210, 7220
Manager I-VII	Air Force	8U000, 9G100, 16GX, 41AX, 86M0, 86P0
Manager I-VII	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:

• Veteran- DD214 showing honorable discharge or Statement of Service (only for transitioning service members who have not reached their date of separation).

• Surviving spouse of a veteran who has not remarried- Marriage Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation.

• Orphan of a veteran killed while on active duty- Birth Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation.

• 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.

• 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: Arnie Montemayor, (512) 389-4386, Email: [email protected]

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: 4200 Smith School Rd Austin TX 78744

  

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Under the direction of the Manager for IT Customer Service, this position performs complex (journey-level) managerial work administering the daily operations and activities of an agency’s business function, division or department and manages the day to day operation of the TPWD Help Desk and Park Support teams. Plans and assigns workloads and schedules to meet dynamic requirements and quickly changing priorities. Identifies and resolves problems in operating efficiency and makes modifications as necessary. Oversees responsibilities related to planning and deployment of agency technology projects/applications.  Oversees special projects at the discretion of the Customer Services Manager.  Utilizes ServiceNow, the agency ITSM system, to monitor and evaluate call volume and modify processes as necessary. Develops and maintains reports to effectively track metrics such as call resolution rates, abandon rates and hold times as needed. Works closely with State Parks leadership to oversee the support for the Texas Parks reservation system.  Establishes and streamlines processes and manages the workload for the Park Support staff. Participates in testing and evaluation of new systems and establish roles and responsibilities for support team.

Establishes and modifies performance goals and standards for staff. Performs annual employee performance reviews. Provides feedback to employees on work performance and areas that require improvement as needed.  Addresses and resolves customer service questions and concerns. Works closely with all IT branches to ensure all staff receive a positive customer experience and provides feedback to strategically align the division with agency goals. Ensures appropriate staffing levels to meet mission needs.  Promotes a good working relationship between the Help Desk, Park Support and individual work groups to ensure open communication and knowledge sharing. Performs additional duties as assigned.  Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree.   

Experience:

Five years of full-time experience in help desk or end-user support, two years of which must have been in a team lead/supervisory capacity with experience planning, directing and overseeing a Help Desk or Call Center.

Licensure:

Applicant must possess or be able to obtain, within 30 days of employment, a valid class “C” Texas driver’s license.

 

ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS:

Education:

One additional year full-time experience in Help Desk end user support may substitute for thirty semester hours of the required education, with a maximum substitution of 120 semester hours.

Experience:

Thirty semester hours from an accredited college or university may substitute for one year of required experience in help desk or end-user support, with a maximum substitution of three years.

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience:

Experience managing and assigning work in a call center environment to meet regular and peak workloads;

Experience working in a Texas state agency;

Experience with ServiceNow or similar ITSM systems;

Experience with Cisco Finesses or similar call management systems.

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of scheduling and personnel management principles;

Knowledge of customer support skills that include: management of problem calls, priority calls and communication to end-users;

Knowledge of Windows Operating Systems, Office Suites, Virus protection, asset management, call ticket management, Backups and updates;

Knowledge of Customer Service best practices;

Knowledge of ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) best practices;

Knowledge of rules and regulations related to Texas state government employment;

Skill in managing personnel, time and assets to accomplish projects and tasks;.

Skill in developing and maintaining effective working relationships;

Skill in using project and task management methodologies;

Skill in working as a team member, cooperating with both co-workers and management to effectively accomplish unit goals;

Skill in following written instruction and system documentation;

Ability to accurately estimate and recommend appropriate budget levels for operating units;

Ability to analyze support requirements and organize staff and other resources to meet support needs;

Ability to monitor, evaluate, and make appropriate recommendations related to employee performance;

Ability to perform routine administrative tasks and schedule assignments for technical staff within the unit;

Ability to resolve technical and personnel problems effectively;

Ability to plan, organize, and pay close attention to details while working with frequent interruptions;

Ability to work independently, meet deadlines and project goals while handling multiple priorities and tasks;

Ability to conduct problem analysis and resolution for standard agency applications, hardware and software;

Ability to help integrate newly developed technologies into the existing environment;

Ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing;

Ability to use computer and network analytical tools;

Ability to test and evaluate new vendor products for agency purchases;

Ability to provide other technical staff with procedural documentation;

Ability to participate in design and review of technical specifications for the procurement of technology systems hardware and software;

Ability to work effectively with others as a team member or project leader;

Ability to analyze requirements, and organize the team and other resources to meet support needs in a timely fashion;

Ability to provide other technical staff with configuration documentation.

 

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Required to pass a national fingerprint-based background check to maintain employment.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and maintain that authorization throughout employment.

Subject to re-scheduled workweek when necessary.

Responsible for after-hour calls for assistance when necessary.

Required to work overtime, weekends and holidays to install telecommunications hardware, software or resolve problems when necessary.

Required to travel up to 10%, with possible overnight stays.

Required to conform to dress and grooming standards, work rules and safety procedures.

Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.

 

TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER