Entry Level Copy Clerk Jobs (NOW HIRING)

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

Clerk I-III

Army

15P, 42A, 56M, 68G, 420A

Clerk I-III

Navy

AZ, CS, LS, LSS, PS, RP, RS, SN, YN, YNS, 741X

Clerk I-III

Coast Guard

SK, YN, F&S, PERS

Clerk I-III

Marine Corps

0100, 0111, 0161, 3051, 3372, 3432, 4133, 6042, 6046, 6617, 6672, 0160, 0170

Clerk I-III

Air Force

3FSX1, 8A200

*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: Edwin Quintero, (361) 729-2858, Email: edwin.quintero@tpwd.texas.gov

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Goose Island State Park, 202 S. Palmetto St., Rockport, TX 78382

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Our park features wooded and bayfront camping as well as a continuously lit pier for all day or night fishing. We are also home to the Big Tree, which is a beautiful coastal live oak that has lived many centuries.

Under the general supervision of the Office Manager, this position performs entry-level to routine (journey-level) clerical work.   Responsible for general clerical duties, customer service, revenue collection, license and permit sales and automated campsite registration for a State Park.  Provides information to the public.  Accounts for daily revenue and ancillary product sales.  Prepares reports, processes correspondence and performs general cleaning of Headquarters.  Operates credit card machine, campsite registration computer and license sales machine.  Works under close supervision, with minimal 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.

NOTE: Temporary position contingent upon funding with fluctuating full-time/part-time hours based on operational needs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Completion of 8th grade.

Experience:

No experience required.

Licensure:       

Must possess or be able to obtain, within 30 days of employment, a valid state driver's license.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of general office procedures.

Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures.

Knowledge of basic mathematics.

Skill in using MS Word, Excel and Outlook.

Skill in effective verbal and written communication.

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

Skill in establishing interaction with staff at all levels of the department and other State agencies and organizations.

Skill in managing several projects simultaneously.

Skill in making independent, sound and timely decisions.

Ability to accurately handle cash and account for revenue collected.

Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.

Ability to work as a member of a team.

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

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Applicants ages 16 or 17 may be considered for positions in compliance with Texas Child Labor Laws.

Position contingent upon funding.

Required to work 10 to 40 hours per week with hours other than 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and days off other than Saturdays, Sundays and holidays.

Hours may be reduced or extended as needed through primary peak season from March to September.

Required to adjust to changing schedules.

Required to perform work outdoors, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.

This position will fluctuate between part-time and full-time status throughout the term of employment.  Changing from part-time to full-time and vice versa may impact the amount of leave accrued and health insurance rates.

May be required to operate a State vehicle (Exception applicants ages 16 or 17 will not be required to operate a State vehicle) in compliance with Texas Child Labor Laws.

Required to travel 5% with possible overnight stays (Exception applicants ages 16 or 17 will not be required to travel for overnight stays).

Must conform to agency work rules, safety program and dress and grooming standards.

Nonsmoking work environment in State buildings and vehicles.

TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER