TPWD - Seasonal Laboratory Technician I (CWD Lab Technician) - No Experience Required
TPWD MISSIONTo 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.
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=enMILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY CODES:
Job ClassificationServiceMilitary SpecialtyLaboratory Technician I-IVArmy18D, 68K, 685, 687,Laboratory Technician I-IVNavyHM, HNLaboratory Technician I-IVCoast GuardHS, 870Laboratory Technician I-IVMarine CorpsNo Military Crosswalk.
Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.
Laboratory Technician I-IVAir Force4T0X1 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.
pdfVETERAN'S PREFERENCE:
If you choose to claim veteran's employment preference including surviving spouse or orphan of a veteran as outlined by the State of Texas, you must attach a DD214 at the time your application is submitted.
If you have questions regarding this requirement, please visit our Veteran's Hiring Reference page at https:
//tpwd.
texas.
gov/jobs/veterans/
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:
Bobby Allcorn, (737) 230-6536PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS:
Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory - 483 Agronomy Rd, College Station, TX 77843GENERAL DESCRIPTIONThis position will be stationed at TVMDL in College Station under the direction of TPWD's Big Game Program Specialist while the immediate supervisor will be the Assistant Section Head of Serology.
A rabies vaccination is required to work in this field, however, TPWD will help facilitate this after hire if the candidate does not already have one.
Under the direction of TPWD's Big Game Program Specialist and the Assistant Section Head of Serology at Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory, this position is responsible for entry-level to routine (journey-level) laboratory work including processing tissues harvested from cervid species (e.
g.
, deer and elk) for Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) diagnostic testing.
This position will be stationed at TVMDL in College Station and will work under moderate supervision, with minimal latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
Performs additional duties as assigned.
Complies with all rules, regulations and procedures of TPWD and TVMDL.
NOTE:
Rabies vaccination, at TPWD's expense, is required.
MINIMUM
Qualifications:
Education:
Graduation from High School or GED.
Experience:
No experience required.
Licensure:
If driving is required, applicant must possess a valid State driver's license.
PREFERRED
Qualifications:
Education:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with or working towards a Bachelor's degree in Biological Science.
Experience:
Experience preparing diagnostic samples using sharp instruments;Experience as a TPWD Wildlife Division seasonal.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of chronic wasting disease;Knowledge of deer anatomy;Knowledge of deer-necropsy techniques;Knowledge of standard laboratory safety procedures;Knowledge of basic laboratory techniques;Skill in using MS Word, Excel, and Outlook;Skill in the operation and maintenance of laboratory and research equipment;Skill in performing mathematical computations;Skill in the use of computers and applicable software;Skill in effective verbal and written communication;Skill in effective interaction with staff at all levels of the department and other state agencies and organizations;Skill in establishing and maintaining effective work relationships with co-workers and work-related contacts;Skill in providing exceptional customer service;Skill in meeting deadlines;Ability to collate data and organize work environment;Ability to work under stressful conditions;Ability to observe and record biological data;Ability to maintain accurate records and prepare written correspondence;Ability to be an effective and productive team member;Ability to work independently with little or no supervision;Ability to conduct work activities in accordance with TPWD safety program.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Required to work 40 hours per week from 8:
00 a.
m.
to 5:
00 p.
m.
Monday-Friday;Required to work overtime as necessary;Required to take a pre-exposure rabies vaccination series; costs are covered by TPWD Wildlife Division;Must conform to TPWD dress and grooming standards, work rules and safety procedures;Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.
TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Recommended Skills Anatomy Communication Customer Service Laboratory Techniques Maintenance Mathematics Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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.
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=enMILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY CODES:
Job ClassificationServiceMilitary SpecialtyLaboratory Technician I-IVArmy18D, 68K, 685, 687,Laboratory Technician I-IVNavyHM, HNLaboratory Technician I-IVCoast GuardHS, 870Laboratory Technician I-IVMarine CorpsNo Military Crosswalk.
Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.
Laboratory Technician I-IVAir Force4T0X1 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.
pdfVETERAN'S PREFERENCE:
If you choose to claim veteran's employment preference including surviving spouse or orphan of a veteran as outlined by the State of Texas, you must attach a DD214 at the time your application is submitted.
If you have questions regarding this requirement, please visit our Veteran's Hiring Reference page at https:
//tpwd.
texas.
gov/jobs/veterans/
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:
Bobby Allcorn, (737) 230-6536PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS:
Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory - 483 Agronomy Rd, College Station, TX 77843GENERAL DESCRIPTIONThis position will be stationed at TVMDL in College Station under the direction of TPWD's Big Game Program Specialist while the immediate supervisor will be the Assistant Section Head of Serology.
A rabies vaccination is required to work in this field, however, TPWD will help facilitate this after hire if the candidate does not already have one.
Under the direction of TPWD's Big Game Program Specialist and the Assistant Section Head of Serology at Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory, this position is responsible for entry-level to routine (journey-level) laboratory work including processing tissues harvested from cervid species (e.
g.
, deer and elk) for Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) diagnostic testing.
This position will be stationed at TVMDL in College Station and will work under moderate supervision, with minimal latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
Performs additional duties as assigned.
Complies with all rules, regulations and procedures of TPWD and TVMDL.
NOTE:
Rabies vaccination, at TPWD's expense, is required.
MINIMUM
Qualifications:
Education:
Graduation from High School or GED.
Experience:
No experience required.
Licensure:
If driving is required, applicant must possess a valid State driver's license.
PREFERRED
Qualifications:
Education:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with or working towards a Bachelor's degree in Biological Science.
Experience:
Experience preparing diagnostic samples using sharp instruments;Experience as a TPWD Wildlife Division seasonal.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of chronic wasting disease;Knowledge of deer anatomy;Knowledge of deer-necropsy techniques;Knowledge of standard laboratory safety procedures;Knowledge of basic laboratory techniques;Skill in using MS Word, Excel, and Outlook;Skill in the operation and maintenance of laboratory and research equipment;Skill in performing mathematical computations;Skill in the use of computers and applicable software;Skill in effective verbal and written communication;Skill in effective interaction with staff at all levels of the department and other state agencies and organizations;Skill in establishing and maintaining effective work relationships with co-workers and work-related contacts;Skill in providing exceptional customer service;Skill in meeting deadlines;Ability to collate data and organize work environment;Ability to work under stressful conditions;Ability to observe and record biological data;Ability to maintain accurate records and prepare written correspondence;Ability to be an effective and productive team member;Ability to work independently with little or no supervision;Ability to conduct work activities in accordance with TPWD safety program.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Required to work 40 hours per week from 8:
00 a.
m.
to 5:
00 p.
m.
Monday-Friday;Required to work overtime as necessary;Required to take a pre-exposure rabies vaccination series; costs are covered by TPWD Wildlife Division;Must conform to TPWD dress and grooming standards, work rules and safety procedures;Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.
TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Recommended Skills Anatomy Communication Customer Service Laboratory Techniques Maintenance Mathematics Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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