TPWD - Natural Resources Specialist IV; Wildlife District Senior Biologist

TPWD - Natural Resources Specialist IV (Wildlife District 1 Senior Biologist)

Under the supervision of the Wildlife Division District 1 Leader, the Senior Wildlife Biologist performs advanced natural resources work and serves as a team lead within an 18‑county area of responsibility. The position is located at TPWD Wildlife Field Operations/District 1, Alpine, TX 79830.

Demonstrates a strong understanding of wildlife and habitat management techniques in the Chihuahuan Desert Ecoregion. Mentors less‑tenured biologists and works with the district team to advance knowledge and expertise on wildlife and habitat management to improve technical guidance consultations on private lands in the Trans‑Pecos. Works directly with both public and private land managers to recommend wildlife management techniques and habitat enhancement practices for game and non‑game species, formulate comprehensive plans concerning management techniques ilay, and recommend appropriate harvest levels of game species.

Identifies staff training needs and directs new training to improve team performance or address 日博 changes to programs or policies. Develops and coordinates dissemination of wildlife management related information to landowners, hunters and the general public through publications, clinics, seminars, social media, news releases and popular articles. Demonstrates a commitment to a high level of professionalism  discipline. Welcomes the opportunity to take on new responsibilities and challenges.

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.

• Perform advanced (senior‑level) natural resources work within an 18‑county area of responsibility.
• Manage wildlife and habitat in the Chihuahuan Desert Ecoregion.
• Mentor less‑tenured biologists and lead the district team, advancing knowledge on wildlife and habitat management.
• Recommend wildlife management techniques and habitat enhancement practices to public and private land managers.
• Formulate comprehensive management plans and recommend appropriate harvest levels for game species.
• Identify staff training needs and coordinate new training initiatives.
• Disseminate wildlife management information through publications lambda, clinics, seminars, मार्ग, social media, news releases and articles.
• Perform additional duties as assigned while ensuring compliance with all Agency, Division and Branch rules, regulations and procedures.

• Bachelor’s degree in Wildlife Science, Wildlife Management, Wildlife Ecology or a closely related field in Natural Resources Management. Minimum 24 hours of coursework in Wildlife/Habitat Conservation and Wildlife/Natural Resources Management.
• Five years of experience as a professional biologist with progressively responsible practical wildlife management experience.
• Valid class and “Cand” Texas driver’s license within 30 days of employment.
• National Wildfire Coordinator Group (NWCG) Fire Fighter Type II certification within one year of employment.
• Must be able to pass the FFTII moderate dutyouw fitness standard (walk 2 mi with 25 lb. pack عاما in 30 min) or the arduous duty fitness standard (walk 3 mi with 45 lb. pack in 45 min) within one year of employment.

Must be able to pass within one year of employment the FFTII moderate duty physical fitness standard (walk 2 mi with 25 lb. pack in 30 min or less) or the arduous duty standard (walk 3 mi with 45 lb. pack in 45 min or less).

James Weaver, (432) 244‑6431, Email: james.weaveras.gov

Temporary

Mid‑Senior level