TPWD - Fish and Wildlife Technician - II - III; Fisheries Management Technician

EXCELLENT BENEFITS

• Generous paid time off
• Group insurance
• Retirement and pension plans
• Frequent training and staff development opportunities
• Longevity pay
• Merit pay
• Deferred compensation
• Flexible benefit plans
• 401(k)/457 retirement plans
• Direct deposit
• Staggered work hours
• Employee Assistance Program
• Return-to-Work Program
• Health insurance available from the first of the following month after a 60‑day waiting period for new employees or rehires

Inland Fisheries District Office, 23198 Pk Rd. 25, Mathis, TX 78368

Dusty Mc Donald
Phone:
Email: dusty.mcdonaldas.gov

This position is responsible for conducting surveys on freshwater impoundments and rivers; collecting and recording biological data; conducting outreach events for diverse groups of people; purchasing and working with Window's Office systems; and performing manual labor, including lifting supplies and materials up to 50 lbs. and performing maintenance on boats, motors, trailers, trucks, and buildings.

Under the direction of the Team Leader, this position performs fish and wildlife conservation work and assists in the collection, recording, and processing of biological data on the state’s freshwater fisheries. The role involves interacting with and working closely with the general public to gather fisheries‑related data, provide information, and conduct outreach. Responsibilities also include maintaining equipment and facilities, operating boats and sampling equipment, fabricating special equipment for projects, completing routine administrative paperwork, and performing additional duties as assigned.

Compliance with all Agency, Division, and Branch rules, regulations, and procedures is required.

Note:

Selection as a Fish and Wildlife Technician III requires at least five years of experience as a TPWD Fish and Wildlife Technician II and the ability to perform additional advanced duties and responsibilities.

• Conduct surveys on freshwater impoundments and rivers.
• Collect and record biological data.
• Participate in outreach events for diverse groups.
• Purchase and maintain equipment using Window's Office systems.
• Lifting supplies and materials up to 50 lbs.
• Maintain boats, motors, trailers, trucks, and buildings.
• Assist in collection, recording, and processing of biological data.
• Interact with the general public to gather fisheries‑related data.
• Operate boats, motors, and other fisheries sampling equipment.
• Fabricate special equipment needed for fisheries projects.
• Complete routine administrative paperwork.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
• Comply with all Agency, Division, and Branch rules, regulations, and procedures.

• High School diploma or GED.
• Fish and Wildlife Technician I (FWT I) – No experience required.
• FWT IB – Two years of relevant experience.
• FWT II – Four years of relevant experience.
• FWT III – Five years of experience as a TPWD Fish and Wildlife Technician II and capability to perform significant additional duties.
• Valid class A Texas driver’s license or ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment.

• For FWT IB and II, an accredited college or university degree (Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD) may substitute for two years of relevant experience.

• Accredited college or university degree in Fisheries Science or a related biological science discipline.

• Basic mechanics, carpentry, and electrical wiring knowledge (FWT I).
• Proficiency with fisheries sampling equipment.
• Ability to operate boats and manage field logistics.
• Strong communication skills for public outreach.
• Physical stamina for manual labor and equipment maintenance.

• Complete job history in the Work History section, detailing job title, dates, hours, employer, supervisor name and phone, and duty descriptions.
• College transcripts must be provided for education requirements at the time of interview (unless otherwise noted).
• Application must be fully completed; incomplete applications or those containing “See attached” or “See resume” will not be accepted.
• Military employment preference applicants must attach required documentation (e.g., DD‑214, marriage certificates, etc.) with the application.

Applicants are encouraged to attach a resume and a letter of interest. Resumes and professional references will not replace the required State of Texas Application for Employment.

Apply directly through the CAPPS Career Section at the URL provided above. Applications submitted through Work In Texas must complete supplemental questions before the posting will be considered.