TPWD - Manager III (Purchasing Manager)

Job Description:

TPWD - Manager III (Purchasing Manager)

Description

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

Manager I-VII

Army

No Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.

Manager I-VII

Navy

111X, 112X, 113X, 114X, 611X, 612X, 621X, 631X, 632X, 641X, 648X

Manager I-VII

Coast Guard

SEI15

Manager I-VII

Marine Corps

0203, 0207, 0302, 0520, 5502, 0602, 0802, 1802, 6302, 6502, 7202, 7208, 7210, 7220

Manager I-VII

Air Force

8U000, 9G100, 16GX, 41AX, 86M0, 86P0

Manager I-VII

Space Force

No Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.

*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: Debra Rosas, (512) 389-4538 / Email: Debra.Rosas@tpwd.texas.gov

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Purchasing and Contracting, 4200 Smith School Rd., Austin, TX 78744

GENERAL DESCRIPTION :

Under the direction of the Purchasing and Contracting Manager, this position performs complex (journey-level) managerial work administering the daily operations and activities of the Financial Resources (FR) Purchasing section. Work involves establishing goals and objectives; developing guidelines, procedures, and policies; developing schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving established goals; coordinating and evaluating business function, or division activities; supervises the work of the FR Purchasing team. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Performs additional duties as assigned. Complies to all Agency, Division and Branch rules, regulations and procedures.


Qualifications:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Education :

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

Experience :

Three years of progressively responsible procurement/purchasing experience, in a government or public-sector environment.

Experience in contract management, vendor negotiation, and supervising staff.

Experience with solicitation and specification development for informal bids and formal bids/proposals e.g. IFB, RFP, RFO.

NOTE: Experience may have occurred concurrently

Licensure :

Must possess a valid class State driver's license.

Must posses one of the following: Certified Texas Contract Developer (CTCD); Certified Texas Procurement Manager (CTCM); Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO); Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB); Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM)

NOTE: Must be able to obtain, within one year of employment, CTCD, or CTCM certification.

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

ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS :

Education :

One additional year of progressively responsible experience in contracts, procurement, or purchasing management may substitute for 30 semester hours of the required education, with a maximum substitution of 120 semester hours.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Experience :

Experience as part of a purchasing and contracting team at a Texas State Agency or Texas Institution of Higher Education.

Experience in public sector procurement or contracting policies and procedures.

Experience in developing complex solicitations, including but not limited to RFP, RFO, Request for Information (RFI), or Request for Qualifications (RFQ) solicitations.

Experience in providing advice and council to non-purchasing and contracting staff for competitive solicitations.

Experience in providing advice and council to junior and mid-level purchasing and contracting staff.

Experience with an integrated financial system.

Experience with Texas Term Contracts, TXMAS contracts, and statewide procurement vehicles.

Experience in public speaking to include Training Presentations and Pre-Bid Conferences.

Experience working with stakeholders and across multiple divisions.

Experience implementing process improvements.

Licensure :

Certification as a Certified Texas Contract Developer (CTCD).

Certification as a Certified Texas Contract Manager (CTCM).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

Knowledge of applicable local, state, or federal laws and regulations related to contract and procurement administration and management.

Knowledge of state contracting, purchasing and procurement policies and procedures as published in the Texas Purchasing and Contract Management Guide.

Knowledge of contract and Purchase Order development and oversight, writing specifications, solicitation and award, contract management and close-out.

Knowledge of strategic sourcing, prices, market factors and product characteristics.

Knowledge of basic accounting principles.

Skill in using Microsoft Office Suite e.g. Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel.

Skill in effective verbal and written communication.

Skill in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems; and the use of a computer and applicable software.

Skill in Identifying and resolving problems by using strong analytical, innovative approaches and taking initiative in preventing and solving problems.

Skill in tabulating and evaluating bids, including Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and/or Request for Offers (RFOs).

Skill in effectively managing a heavy workload.

Skill in establishing and maintaining effective work relationships with co-workers and work-related contacts.

Ability to interpret and explain purchasing rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

Ability to use an automated purchasing system to process Purchase Orders/contracts.

Ability to provide guidance and assistance to divisional purchasers and/or field staff.

Ability to work as a member of a team.

Ability to work under stressful conditions.

Ability to maintain flexibility and work with frequent interruptions and multiple changing priorities.

Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize multiple assignments to effectively manage a fast paced and changing work environment without compromising accuracy.

Ability to consistently meet internal and external customer needs and expectations in a professional manner.

Ability to use sound judgment in dealing with confidential matters of significant consequences.

Ability to gather, assemble, correlate, and analyze facts and information.

Ability to demonstrate a high level of flexibility, integrity, strong work ethic, and commitment to meet deadlines.

Ability to 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 adjust to changing schedules.

Required to work overtime as necessary.

Required to travel 5%with possible overnight stays.

Required to operate a State vehicle.

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



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Closing Date: Jan 12, 2026, 11:59:00 PM