TPWD - Project Manager V (Special Project Manager)

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

Project Manager I-V

Army

No Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.

Project Manager I-V

Navy

BU, CE, EA, 611X, 612X, 641X, 712X

Project Manager I-V

Coast Guard

SEI16

Project Manager I-V

Marine Corps

2611, 8060, 8058, 8848

Project Manager I-V

Air Force

3D0X2, 3D0X4, 8K000, 16KX, 32EXC, 63AX

Project Manager I-V

Space Force

63A

*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: Jada Louhela, jada.louhela@tpwd.texas.gov

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Austin HQ, 4200 Smith School Rd, Austin, Tx 78744

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Under the direction of the Chief Operating Officer (COO), the Special Projects Manager performs advanced project management work. Work involves planning, directing, and executing agency-wide initiatives, executive-level meetings, and cross-divisional projects. Provides leadership and direction to assigned staff in support of operations and priorities. Serves as an advisor to executive leadership while directly managing the planning, coordination, and execution of critical projects. This position supports the COO and works closely with divisions to manage and facilitate complex projects with agency-wide impact. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

% of Time

Essential Job Duties by Category

70%

Project Management Duties:

Directs and executes enterprise-level projects and initiatives with agency-wide or statewide impact, serving as both project leader and primary implementer. Oversees coordination of Executive-level activities, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and effective communication with internal staff and external contributors. Collaborates with leadership to establish project goals, objectives, and success measures. Designs and implements project processes, documentation standards, change management procedures, risk assessments, and milestone tracking. Develops and produces reports, briefings, and presentations; delivers updates to executive leadership. Identifies opportunities for operational efficiency, process improvement, and enhanced governance coordination and implements solutions.

25%

Supervisory and Leadership Duties:

Provides leadership in executive-level operations, including preparation for and follow-up on high-level meetings, briefings, and strategic discussions. Supervises, mentors, and evaluates assigned staff, ensuring team effectiveness and alignment with organizational priorities. Supervisory duties include, but are not limited to, performance reviews, hiring, onboarding, separations, and personnel actions. May represent the agency at internal and external meetings.

5%

Marginal Job Duties:

Performs additional duties as assigned.  Complies with Agency, Division, and Department rules, regulations, and procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree or higher in Business Administration, Public Administration, Project Management, Natural Resources, Resource Conservation, or a related field.

Experience:

Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in enterprise-level project management, strategic planning, or executive operations.

Demonstrated experience in both leading and executing high-impact projects.

Experience supervising or managing staff in a leadership capacity.

NOTE: Experience may have happened concurrently.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Licensure:

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent is preferred but not required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of project management principles, methodologies, and best practices.

Knowledge of strategic planning, resource allocation, organizational governance, and performance evaluation methods.

Knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration and management.

Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to agency operations.

Knowledge of leadership techniques and executive-level decision-making processes.

Knowledge of department meeting processes, including preparation, coordination, and follow-through.

Skill in managing and executing multiple high-level projects concurrently.

Skill in planning, organizing, and directing the work of staff and complex initiatives.

Skill in risk assessment, problem-solving, and making sound executive-level decisions.

Skill in developing and presenting executive reports, briefings, and formal testimony.

Skill in establishing plans, goals, and objectives for large and complex organizations.

Skill in working collaboratively and quickly to solve problems across divisions and stakeholder groups.

Skill in using Microsoft Office Suite, Virtual meeting platforms (MS Teams, Zoom, Webex, etc) and/or Adobe products.

Ability to balance strategic oversight with direct execution of project deliverables.

Ability to identify problems, evaluate alternatives, and implement effective solutions.

Ability to supervise and mentor staff, manage competing priorities, and deliver results under critical deadlines.

Ability to establish program goals and objectives that support the agency’s strategic plan.

Ability to prepare concise reports and communicate effectively with various audiences, including governing bodies and oversight entities.

Ability to exercise initiative, innovation, and independent judgment in sensitive or complex situations.

Ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships across divisions, agencies, and external partners.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Required to work 40 hours per week.

May be required to work overtime, holidays, weekends, and hours other than regularly scheduled with supervisor approval.

May be required to operate a state vehicle.

Required to travel up to 15% with possible overnight stays.

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

TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER