TPWD - Payroll Specialist I

Job Description:

TPWD - Payroll Specialist I

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

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  Job Title
  
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  Dates of employment (month/year)
  
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  Hours worked per week
  
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  Name of Employer, Name of Supervisor and Phone Number
  
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  Description of duties performed
  
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  Volunteer experience credit is counted toward any experience requirement. Please list those experiences to receive credit towards meeting the minimum requirements.
  
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  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.
  
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  Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification; you may state 'unknown' for any incomplete fields.
  
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  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.
  
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  Applications with "See attached" or "See resume" will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
  
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  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

Payroll Specialist I-V

Army

36B, 42A, 36A, 42B, 42H, 420A

Payroll Specialist I-V

Navy

PS, 120X

Payroll Specialist I-V

Coast Guard

YN

Payroll Specialist I-V

Marine Corps

0111, 3432

Payroll Specialist I-V

Air Force

3F0X1

Payroll Specialist I-V

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:

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  Veteran- DD214 showing honorable discharge or Statement of Service (only for transitioning service members who have not reached their date of separation).
  
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  Surviving spouse of a veteran who has not remarried- Marriage Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation.
  
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  Orphan of a veteran killed while on active duty- Birth Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation.
  
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  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.
  
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  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: Rebecca Gonzales, (512) 389-4711 Email Address: rebecca.gonzales@tpwd.texas.gov

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



GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

This position plays a critical behind-the-scenes role in ensuring TPWD employees are paid accurately and on-time while strictly adhering to state and federal requirements. It offers hands-on exposure to statewide payroll systems and cross-agency coordination, making it an excellent opportunity to build foundational experience in public-sector payroll and human resources operations.

Under the direction of the Payroll Manager , t his position performs routine (journey-level) payroll processing work in the Payroll section of the Human Resources Division. Work involves, but is not limited to: preparing employee payrolls in the Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS) in compliance with applicable state and federal laws, regulations, policies, and procedures; maintaining payroll records; providing assistance and information; and coordinating with agency staff, third-party vendors, and oversight agencies to ensure accurate and timely payroll operations. Works under close supervision, with minimal latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:



% of Time

Essential Job Duties by Category

40%

Assisting with Payroll Tasks and Customer Support

Assists with various payroll tasks and provides customer support, includes responding to employment and wage verifications; processing prior state service requests; handling incoming mail; assisting with managing payroll inbox; responding to emails; answering questions; calculating and providing payroll and lumpsum estimates; and providing assistance and information to Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) staff, third-party vendors, and oversight agencies. Assists in distributing tax statements (IRS W-2 and 1095-C).

35%

Preparing Payrolls

Assists with preparing payroll data for payroll processing, including coordinating and routing payroll actions, notices, documents, etc.; and maintaining appropriate payroll processing controls.

20%

Maintaining Payroll Records

Assists in maintaining payroll records and data in accordance with applicable state and federal laws, regulations, policies, and procedures , includes updating payroll tracking logs; organizing, securing, and retaining records for the required retention period; providing records for audits, oversight reviews, and employee inquiries; and managing records disposition including identifying records eligible for destruction, coordinating approvals, and documenting destruction in accordance with approved records retention schedules.

5%

Marginal Job Duties:

Performs additional duties as assigned. Complies with Agency, Division and Department rules, regulations, and procedures.



Qualifications:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

High School Diploma or GED

Experience:

One year experience in payroll, accounting, or financial operations.

Licensure:

Applicant must possess a valid State driver's license.

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

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

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

Experience:

Experience using the Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of state governmental accounting, generally accepted accounting principles and procedures, and governmental regulations applying to accounting records.

Knowledge of office practices.

Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and regulations governing human resources activities.

Skill in using a computer and applicable software.

Skill in oral and written communication.

Skill in prioritizing and handling multiple tasks.

Skill in problem solving and attention to detail.

Skill in computing data and identifying calculation errors.

Skill in use of standard office equipment and software.

Skill in using Microsoft Office Suite, Virtual meeting platforms (MS Teams, Zoom, Webex, etc.) and/or Adobe products.

Ability to maintain confidential and sensitive information.

Ability to review payroll accounting records.

Ability to communicate effectively.

Ability to plan and organize workload tasks to meet deadlines.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with applicants, employees, and the public.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Required to work 8 hours per day, 5 days per week.

May be required to work overtime, holidays, weekends, and hours other than regularly scheduled with supervisor approval.

May be required to operate a state vehicle.

Required to travel 5% with possible overnight stays.

Required to conform to dress and grooming standards, work rules and safety procedures.

Required to follow non-smoking policy in all state buildings and vehicles.

TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER



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Closing Date: Jan 19, 2026, 11:59:00 PM