TPWD - Purchaser II - III

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:

• 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: Kelly Hamby, (512) 389-8336

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

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under the direction of the Division Procurement Program Director or Team Leader, this position is responsible for providing purchasing and procurement assistance for the State Parks Division. Performs procurement work involving procuring commodities, equipment, and services in accordance with State and/or Agency guidelines, rules, policies, and laws. The position provides support to the division’s Headquarters, Regional, and Park level procurement staff.

Duties may include managing various reports, providing technical assistance and/or guidance to staff on proper processes and procedures, enter requisitions, purchase orders and contracts for merchandise, supplies, and equipment, track the status of requisitions and purchase orders, processes purchasing documents and enter information into state and/or agency purchasing systems, process receipts of purchases, audit invoices to check for accuracy, receipt of material, and compliance with purchase orders, maintain purchasing and procurement reports, records, and files.

Complexity of work assigned and level of supervision, latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement will be consistent with the purchasing classification level assigned, as well as the awarded level of authority for soliciting and awarding contracts per the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) agency procurement and contracting policy. Performs additional duties as assigned. Complies with all State, Agency, Division and Branch rules regulations and procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Graduation from High School or GED.

Experience:

Purchaser II:

Two years’ experience providing procurement and contract support;

One year experience in the procurement of goods and services;

Experience in solicitation and specification writing;

NOTE: Current TPWD Level 1 purchasing authority or eligible to be granted TPWD Level 1 purchasing authority;

NOTE: Experience may have occurred concurrently.

Purchaser III:

Three years’ experience providing procurement and contract support;

Two years’ experience in the procurement of goods and services;

Experience in solicitation and specification writing;

One year experience in providing technical assistance and guidance to staff, other agency staff and vendors regarding state and agency purchasing regulations, policies and procedures.

NOTE: Current TPWD Level II purchasing authority or eligible to be granted TPWD Level 2 purchasing authority;

NOTE: Experience may have occurred concurrently.

Licensure:

Applicant must possess a valid State driver’s license.

Purchaser III:

Must possess or be able to obtain, within one year of employment, a Certified Texas Contract Developer (CTCD).

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

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Public Administration, or closely related field.

Experience:

Two years’ experience in State of Texas procurement and contracting;

Experience in using statewide Term Contracts, TXMAS contracts, Open Market processes, the CMBL, and familiarity with the Texas statewide purchasing system;

Experience with State of Texas policies and procedures related to procurement and contracting;

Experience in purchasing and/or contracting goods and services at a Texas state agency, college or university, or local unit of government;

Experience in an Oracle Financial system.

Licensure:

Basic Texas Purchaser Course;

Current Certified Texas Contract Developer (CTCD).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge Purchaser II:

Purchasing;

Procurement methods and procedures;

State procurement principles and practices;

Assigned commodities and products on the open market;

Supply sources;

Principles of business administration and accounting;

Purchaser III:

Knowledge of Purchaser II PLUS;

Providing technical assistance and guidance to staff;

Skill Purchaser II:

Skill in problem solving;

Use of a computer and applicable software;

Purchaser III:

Skill of Purchaser II PLUS;

Develop procurement training, presentations, etc. for staff, other agency staff and vendors regarding state and agency purchasing regulations, policies and procedures;

Ability Purchaser II:

Perform arithmetical computations;

Evaluate bids;

Develop methods and procedures for locating supply sources;

Maintain a system of recordkeeping;

Maintain effective working relationships with vendors and suppliers;

Communicate effectively;

Purchaser III:

Ability of Purchaser II PLUS;

Administer procurement training, presentations, etc. for staff, other agency staff and vendors regarding state and agency purchasing regulations, policies and procedures.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Required to work from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, alternative work schedule may be available;

Required to work overtime as necessary;

May be required to operate a State vehicle;

Required to travel 10% with possible overnight stays;

Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.

TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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