TPWD - Human Resources Specialist III (Recruitment and Volunteer Specialist)

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Under the direction of Compensation, Classification, Recruitment & Volunteer Manager and leadership of the Recruitment Team Lead, this position performs complex journeylevelhumanresourcesmanagementworktoincludeadministeringorassistingintheadministration of human resources management programs such as recruitment, selection, compensation, classification, employee relations/engagement, and/or benefits. Answers basic human resource questions and resolves routine issues. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

% of Time 40% ParticipatesinTPWD'sagency-widerecruitmentactivitiestoincludejobfairs, community outreach events, conferences and presentations both state and nationwide.Targets applicants and volunteers to promote TPWD as an employer of choice. Assists with compiling and disseminating relevant data for specific issues or concerns as requested. Assists with updating agency's Recruitment Strategic Plan, Volunteer Strategic plan, policies and procedures. Assists Recruitment Coordinator & Volunteer Program Administrator in identifying recruitment events to engage broader audiences. Assists with training sessions to ensure recruitment representatives are well versed on volunteer program, agency divisions, operations, recruitment techniques, program guidelines, and hiring veterans. Assist with managing TPWD's recruitment social media presencetoincludebutnotlimited toLinkedIn,Handshake,Facebook,Twitterand Instagram. 40% Assists with the agency's volunteer program and provides guidance and technical assistance to HR liaisons, volunteer coordinators, hiring managers, and division directors on volunteer management topics, including the volunteer management system. Promotes, markets, recruits, tracks and corresponds with internal and external customers regarding volunteer criteria and qualifications.May provide presentations and training opportunities for hiring managers, volunteer coordinators, HR liaisons, students, members of military and/or executive leadership as requested.Assists Volunteer Program Administrator with development of goals, metrics, funding, retention and compliance of volunteer programs and serves as primary contact for volunteer programs in absence of administrator. Assists with managing TPWD's Volunteer Program social media presence. 15% Other Department and Division Specific Job Duties: Assists in processing criminal background checks for volunteers. Assists in monitoring and corresponding to multiple email inboxes including volunteer, and recruitment communications. Manages travel arrangements and reporting per state guidelines. Compiles reports as needed and responds to inquiries both electronically and verbally. Participates in training and professional development activities to enhance job knowledge,skills andabilities.Stays informedandknowledgeableofcurrentlaws andbest practices regarding recruitment, and volunteers. 5% Marginal Job Duties: Performs additional duties as assigned. ComplieswithAgency,DivisionandDepartment rules, regulations, and procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduationfromanaccreditedcollegeoruniversitywitha Bachelor's degreeor higher. Experience: Threeyearsoffull-timeHumanResources, Volunteer, Recruitment,TalentAcquisition,Classification,Compensation, Communications, Training or Education/Outreach experience. Licensure: NOTE:Retentionofpositioncontingentuponmaintainingrequired license.

ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS

Education: One additional year of Human Resources, Volunteer, Recruitment, Talent Acquisition, Classification, Compensation, Communications,TrainingorEducation/Outreachrelatedexperiencemaysubstitutefor30semestercredit hours of the required education, with a maximum substitution of 120 semester hours. Experience: Graduationfromanaccreditedcollegeoruniversitywitha Master's degreemaysubstituteforoneyearof the required experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience: Experience with placement, career development, employment, or closely related field. Experience working with volunteer or recruitment initiatives. Experience in training or providing guidance to others. Experience in state travel guidelines and processes. Licensure: CurrentHRCIProfessionalinHumanResources(PHR)orSeniorProfessionalinHumanResources (SPHR) certification ORSHRM Certified Professional(SHRM-CP) orSHRM SeniorCertified Professional (SHRM-SCP) certification.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledgeoftheprinciplesandpracticesofhumanresources management. Knowledgeofhumanresourcesprogramssuchas recruitment, volunteers, employment,compensation,classification,employee relations and engagement, benefits, workers' compensation, workforce planning, or organizational development. Knowledgeoffederal,state,andlocallawsandregulationsgouverninghumanresourcesactivities. Knowledge of effective talent sourcing methods. Knowledge of Federal and State of Texas statutes related to volunteers and hiring practices. Skillinusinghumanresources-related applications. Skillinproblemsolving,prioritizingandhandlingmultipletasks. Skill in use of standard office equipment and software. SkillinusingMicrosoftOfficeSuite,Virtualmeetingplatforms(MSTeams,Zoom,Webex,etc)and/orAdobe products. Skillinusingrecruitment platforms and volunteer management systems. Abilitytoexplainpoliciesandprocedurestostaffandthepublic. Ability to maintain confidential and sensitive information. Abilitytoestablishandmaintaineffectiveworkingrelationshipswithapplicants,employees,andthepublic. Ability to communicate effectively. Abilitytoworkindependentlywithlittleorno supervision.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position is considered a field work position requiring travel to all areas of Texas and other states as required. Requiredtoworkonholidays,weekends,andhoursoutsideofscheduledhoursasnecessarytoattend recruitment events per supervisor's request. Requiredtoperformmanuallabor,includingliftingsuppliesandmaterialsupto50lbs. Required to operate a state vehicle to travel to events. Requiredtotravelupto 40 %duringpeakrecruitmentseasonwithovernight stays. MustconformtoTPWDdressandgroomingstandards,workrulesandsafetystandards. Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.

PLEASE NOTE:

All applications must include complete job history information for each period of employment, provided either in the WORK HISTORY SECTION or in the attached RÉSUMÉ. Please ensure each entry includes: Job title, Employer name, Dates of employment (month/year), If employment is less than full-time status, indicate part-time in the work history section or résumé, and Description of duties performed. NOTE: Volunteer experience may be counted toward required experience.

IMPORTANT:

College Transcripts: If education is used to meet the minimum qualifications, a copy of the college transcript(s) issued by the registrar must be provided at the time of interview (unless otherwise noted in the posting). 'N/A' may be entered in fields that are not applicable. Omission of required information may result in disqualification. If the required information and attachments are not submitted as noted above, your application will be considered incomplete. 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. 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 . 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. *More information on military occupational specialty codes can be found below: #J-18808-Ljbffr Texas A&M International