Tpwd - Director IV (Human Resources Director)

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.

PLEASE NOTE:

All applications must contain complete job histories, which includes job title, dates of employment (month/year) and hours worked per week, name of employer, supervisor's name and phone number and a description of duties performed.

Job history and volunteer experience should be listed in the work history section of the application 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. If this information is not submitted, your application will be considered incomplete.

Applications with "See attached" or "See resume" will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification; you may state 'unknown' for any incomplete fields. 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.

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APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS: Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting. To complete the supplemental questions, go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login. CAPPS Recruit, https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en

MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY CODES:

Job Classification

Service

Military Specialty

Director I-VII

Army

No Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.

Director I-VII

Navy

111X, 112X 113X 114X, 611X, 612X, 621X, 631X, 641X, 648X

Director I-VII

Coast Guard

SEI15

Director I-VII

Marine Corps

8003,8040, 8041, 8042

Director I-VII

Air Force

10C0, 20C0, 30C0, 40C0, 90G0, 91C0, 91W0, 97E0

• 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 complete the Military Employment Preference Survey and attach this form and required documentation referenced on this form 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:

1.Veteran- DD214 showing honorable discharge.

2.Surviving spouse of a veteran who has not remarried- Marriage Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation.

3.Orphan of a veteran killed while on active duty- Birth Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation.

4.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.

5.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.

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, telework, staggered work hours, Employee Assistance Program and a Return to Work Program. For new employees or rehires, health insurance is available the 1st of the following month after a 60-day waiting period. Click HERE to view our Benefits page.

HIRING CONTACT: Patricia David, (512) 389-4808

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: TPWD Headquarters, 4200 Smith School Road, Austin, TX 78744

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

NOTE: It is preferred that the following items be uploaded with the application: (1) Cover Letter; (2) Resume with applicable education, special skills, experience, etc.

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer and serving as a member of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) senior leadership team, the Human Resources Director provides leadership, direction and oversight for all human capital programs, to include: recruiting, onboarding, compensation, payroll, benefits administration, performance management, employee relations, special leaves, training, organizational development, and volunteer management. . Provides guidance and leadership consistent with the Department's core values of Stewardship, Integrity, Teamwork, Excellence and Service. Leads a group of 30 human resource professionals and serves as a strategic partner with the department management team in planning for and managing an occupationally diverse and geographically dispersed workforce of approximately 3,200 employees. The director ensures that all human resource programs are organized for maximum efficiency and appropriately aligned with agency strategic operating plans, and that a network of internal and external partnerships are developed and maintained to enable the department to achieve critical human resource goals. Establishes personnel policies and priority initiatives to support the on-going recruitment, retention and development of a highly skilled workforce. The director assures that internal processes are in place and maintained to comply with federal and state laws relating to human resources. The director knows, understands, and models commonly held best practices in the field of human resource management.

Other duties include, but not limited to:

• Leads and directs activities related to the management of human resources;

• Writes the agency's Workforce Plan for submission with the agency Strategic Plan/Natural Agenda, ensuring division needs and goals are included in the plan;

• Reviews and analyzes legislation to determine human resource and agency impact; implements human resource related legislation; prepares compensation research for legislative finance requests;

• Develops and interprets department human resources policy; ensures policy information is disseminated to employees in an appropriate and timely manner and that policies are consistently applied across the agency;

• Provides technical assistance, policy interpretation and consultative advice to TPWD employees, managers and supervisors. Advises managers and staff on performance and disciplinary issues;

• Attends Commission meetings to be aware of agency and division priorities and challenges; responds to human resource related questions that arise in Commission meetings;

• Oversees the development and administration of the HR Division budget to achieve priority goals and objectives. Approves (or recommends) personnel actions (i.e., hires, promotions, merits, etc.), purchases, travel and other operating expenses in accordance with agency policy and procedures;

• Oversees required reporting of workforce related information as required by law;

• Participates in and completes audits both internally and externally with oversight agencies; prepares and reviews management responses to audits and ensures follow through on audit recommendations.

Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Performs additional duties as assigned. Complies with agency and division policies and procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Human Resources Management or a related field.

Experience:

At least eight years experience in any of the following areas:

o Working in a human resources program providing leadership;

o Supervising staff, strategic planning, program development or budget administration;

o Experience analyzing statistical data and reports to identify and determine causes of personnel problems and develop recommendations for improvement personnel policies and practices;

o Experience maintaining records and compiling statistical reports concerning personnel-related data such as hires, transfers, performance appraisals, absenteeism and turn-over rates.

Licensure:

Applicant must possess a valid Texas driver's license.

ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree may substitute for one year of the required experience.

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a PhD may substitute for two years of the required experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Human Resources Management or a related field.

Experience:

Experience in Texas State Government;

Experience in human resources with a workforce that includes commissioned peace officers;

Experience in multiple functional areas of human resources;

Experience implementing and/or working with the Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS).

Licensure:

Current HRCI Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification OR SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) certification.

In addition, the successful candidate will:

• Be of the highest integrity;

• Be a confident but self-aware leader;

• Be a skilled relationship builder;

• Be an active listener and effective communicator;

• Be flexible and adept at applying policies and procedures to a geographically dispersed workforce;

• Be an energetic self-starter with effective influencing skills;

• Be collaborative and effective in working as a part of a team;

• Demonstrate strategic and mission driven planning;

• Demonstrate data-driven decision-making;

• Be collaborative, inside and outside the Division;

• Have a participative management style;

• Demonstrate a commitment to developing and empowering staff;

• Have a commitment to quality, efficiency, and performance accountability;

• Have a commitment to supporting the Department's mission;

• Have a commitment to recruiting a qualified workforce and developing a customer focus workforce.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Extensive Knowledge Of:

• Human Resources Management policies and practices;

• Leadership principles and staff development;

• Federal and State laws, regulations, and guidelines governing the human resources field;

• Leave accounting practices and procedures;

• Employee compensation and benefits;

• The State's Classification Plan and compensation practices.

Expert Skill In:

• Interpersonal communication;

• Working effectively as a member of a leadership team;

• Leading teams and establishing goals and objectives, organizing workloads and setting priorities;

• Analyzing issues, facts and available information to develop logical solutions;

• Researching inconsistencies of fact or data;

• Developing, revising and interpreting standards, policies and procedures related to the human resources field;

• Drawing correct inferences from information and making recommendations that support business decisions.

Proficient Skill In:

• Persuasion and negotiation of critical issues;

• Overseeing and coordinating projects and program activities;

• Protecting sensitive and confidential information;

• Effective verbal and written communication;

• Presenting data in a clear, concise and understandable manner;

• Analytical reasoning and critical thinking;

• Using automated systems and computer software programs, including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Ability To:

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external groups and possess strong interpersonal skills;

• Establish and maintain trust and credibility with executive management and employees at all levels of the organization;

• Guide and train others;

• Conduct work activities in accordance with TPWD safety program.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Required to work from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday;

Required to work on holidays, weekends and hours other than 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. as necessary;

Required to travel 15% with possible overnight stays;

Required to operate a State vehicle;

Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.

TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER