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)

• Hours worked per week

• Name of Employer, Name of Supervisor and Phone Number

• 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.

• Part-time experience credit is prorated based on the duration and hours worked per week. Please indicate hours worked for part-time/temporary/seasonal experience.

• 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.

• 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.

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MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY CODES:

Job Classification

Service

Military Specialty

Game Warden (All Levels/Ranks)

Army

11A, 11B, 11C, 11Z, 18A, 18B, 18F, 18Z, 31A, 31B, 31D, 31K, 31Z, 35L, 35M, 180A, 311A, 351L, 351M

Game Warden (All Levels/Ranks)

Navy

GM, MA, SB, SO, 113X, 615X, 649X, 715X, 717X, 749X

Game Warden (All Levels/Ranks)

Coast Guard

GM, IV, ME, MST, OS, INV, MLES, OAF10, OAP10, OAP12, OAP14, OAR10, OAR13, OAR17, SEI18

Game Warden (All Levels/Ranks)

Marine Corps

0300, 0311, 0313, 0317, 0321, 0324, 0331, 0341, 0352, 0363, 0365, 0367, 0369, 0372, 0393, 5811, 5812, 5813, 5814, 5816, 5819, 5821, 0370, 5803, 5805

Game Warden (All Levels/Ranks)

Air Force

1N0X1, 1Z4X1, 3P0X1, 7S0X1, 14NX, 19ZK, 31PX, 71SX

Game Warden (All Levels/Ranks)

Space Force

5IO, 5IX, 14N

*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: Captain Josh Koenig, (210) 355-2686

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: To be determined. Must reside within 50 air miles from one of the following TPWD offices:
o Corpus Christi LEO (5541 Bear Lane, Suite 232, Corpus Christi, TX 77060)
o Rockport LEO(715 S. Hwy 35, Rockport, TX 78382)
o San Antonio LEO(2391 NE Loop 410, Suite 409, San Antonio, TX 78217)

GENERAL DESCRIPTION



NOTE: INTERNAL POSTING, OPEN TO TPWD EMPLOYEES ONLY.

Under the direction of the assigned supervisor, this position performs wildlife, conservation, and natural resources enforcement work. Responsible for conducting overt investigations related to Resource, Critical Incident Investigations and other investigations as assigned. This position will have an emphasis on overt investigative strategies. Responsible for execution of search warrants, arrest warrants, and subpoenas as ordered by the courts resulting from law enforcement activities. Conducts overt investigations and law enforcement activities assigned by the supervisor anywhere in the State and possibly continuing into adjoining states. Establishes and implements techniques for intelligence gathering designed to enhance law enforcement duties. Prepares and submits reports and other paperwork required by the agency, division and unit procedures, as well as case reports, affidavits and any documentation required by other agencies and the courts. Performs special assignments for Homeland Security efforts. Assists other law enforcement agencies when requested. Works under limited supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.


Qualifications:

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

% of Time

Essential Job Duties by Category

55%

Law Enforcement Duties:

Plans and conducts overt investigative strategies and tactics to uncover and prosecute law violations using established rules of evidence in the Texas Penal Code, Texas Code of Criminal Procedure and other regulations relevant to the suspected criminal activity. Interviews suspects, witnesses and others who potentially have knowledge of criminal activity. Prepares criminal investigative reports, case reports and search warrant and/or probable cause affidavits. Provides courtroom testimony and/or presents cases to local, state or federal prosecutors. Executes search and arrest warrants. Assists in out of state or another state's investigations.

35%

Program or Position Specific Duties:

Plans, designs and identifies appropriate surveillance and/or counter-surveillance strategies, tactics, and technologies. Specifically, rural surveillance equipment. Researches records, files, documents and other written, photographic, video or audio material to uncover evidence of criminal activity. Completes required administrative reports and paperwork.

5%

Supervisory Duties:

Provides in-service training to field wardens on investigative techniques and operations.

5%

Marginal Job Duties:

Repairs and maintains assigned equipment and vehicle s. 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.

Graduation from the Texas Game Warden Center.

Experience:

Four years of experience as a Texas Parks and Wildlife Game Warden from the date of graduation from the Game Warden Training Center.

Licensure:

Must possess a valid class "C" Texas driver's license.

Must possess current license as a peace officer by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE).

Commissioned as a Texas Game Warden by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.

NOTE: Retention of position contingent upon obtaining and maintaining required licenses.

ACCETPATBLE SUBSTITUTIONS

One additional year of experience as a Texas Game Warden may substitute for 30 hours of the required

education, with a maximum substitution of 120 semester hours.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of Texas Parks and Wildlife Code, TPWD Proclamations, Texas Penal Code (including Rules of Evidence) and the sections of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure relating to the construction of warrant affidavits for the purposes of obtaining a valid search warrant.

Knowledge of Law Enforcement Division Operational Procedures.

Skill in using MS Word, Excel and Outlook.

Skill in effective verbal and written communication.

Skill in making independent, sound and timely decisions.

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

Skill in identifying and using sound investigative tactics and strategies to bring criminal cases to prosecution.

Skill in preparing and completing all required agency and investigative reports and court documents during and at the conclusion of an investigation using a personal computer.

Skill in presenting cases to prosecutors and testifying and/or presenting evidence in criminal trials.

Ability to work under stressful conditions.

Ability to research, interpret and apply state and federal statutes and regulations.

Ability to make and use sound judgements in the enforcement of criminal laws and regulations.

Ability to communicate and work effectively with other TPWD employees and/or other agencies or groups.

Ability to write and execute legal documents, such as search warrant and probable cause affidavits.

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

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Required to perform work outdoors, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.
• Required to stay awake for extended periods of time.
• Required to operate a state vehicle.
• Required to travel up to 50% of the time with possible overnight stays.
• Required to conform to dress and grooming standards, work rules and safety procedures.
• Required to follow non-smoking policy in all state buildings and vehicles.
• Must reside within 50 air miles from one of the following TPWD offices:
o Corpus Christi LEO (5541 Bear Lane, Suite 232, Corpus Christi, TX 77060)
o Rockport LEO(715 S. Hwy 35, Rockport, TX 78382)
o San Antonio LEO(2391 NE Loop 410, Suite 409, San Antonio, TX 78217)



Required to work 8 hours per day, 5 days per week.
Required, as necessary or directed, to work overtime, holidays, weekends, and hours other than regularly scheduled with supervisor approval.
Required to perform work outdoors, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.
Required to stay awake for extended periods of time.
Required to operate a state vehicle.
Required to travel up to 50% of the time with possible overnight stays.
Required to conform to dress and grooming standards, work rules and safety procedures.
Required to follow non-smoking policy in all state buildings and vehicles.
Must reside within 50 air miles from ACP office.

TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER



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Closing Date: Nov 3, 2025, 11:59:00 PM

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