Project Design Specialist III (Assistant Design Project Manager)

TPWD – Project Design Specialist III (Assistant Design Project Manager) (00053492) 

Organization: PARKS AND WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT 

Primary Location: Texas-Austin 

Work Locations: 

DW-TPWD Headquarters 

4200 Smith School Road 

 Austin 78744

Job: Business and Financial Operations 

Employee Status: Regular 

Schedule: Full-time Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00 

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time 

State Job Code: 2257  

Salary Admin Plan: B 

Grade: 21  

Salary (Pay Basis): 5,000.00 – 6,000.00 (Monthly) 

Number of Openings: 1 

Overtime Status: Exempt 

Job Posting: Nov 4, 2025, 10:10:14 AM 

Closing Date: Dec 2, 2025, 11:59:00 PM 

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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

Project Design Specialist I-III

Army

12T

Project Design Specialist I-III

Navy

EA

Project Design Specialist I-III

Coast Guard

No Military Crosswalk. Qualified veterans are encouraged to apply.

Project Design Specialist I-III

Marine Corps

1361, 6044

Project Design Specialist I-III

Air Force

3E3X1, 3E5X1

Project Design Specialist I-III

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: Christy Seals, (512) 389- 4635

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Design Project Management Branch, TPWD HQ, 4200 Smith School Road, Austin, Texas, 78744

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Almost licensed?  Come and finish your work experience ahead of architecture licensure with us in the Design Project Management Branch, because YES, Texas Parks and Wildlife has Architects, and we need more!  This is rewarding work within a mission-driven conservation agency on a broad range of project types all over the state, including new park development.

Under the direction of the Architecture Program Manager, this position performs highly complex (journey-level) architectural assistance work, including project scoping, research, programming, design and design review. Collaborates with other divisional staff members including Program Managers, Construction Project Managers, Contract Managers, Accountants, and in-house design staff.  Works under limited supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Performs additional duties as assigned. Complies with all Agency, Division and Branch rules, regulations and procedures.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with at least a bachelor’s degree in Architecture by December 31, 2025.  Degree must be conferred by date listed as a condition of employment.

NOTE: Failure to obtain degree could result in demotion or termination. 

Experience:

One year experience in architectural design work under the direction of a licensed Architect.

Licensure:       

Must possess a valid class State license.

NOTE: Retention of position contingent maintaining required licenses.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience:

• Partial completion of the ARE registration exam.
• Two years of experience in architectural design work.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of architectural principles, techniques, and procedures.
• Skill in the use of standard tools of the profession and in interpreting architectural plans and specifications.
• Skill in site analysis, architectural programming, conceptual, and schematic design.
• Skill in using AutoCAD and/or Revit and architectural rendering software.
• Skill in effective verbal and written communication.
• Ability to work as part of an effective team and to establish and maintain effective work relationships.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and operate under changing deadlines.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Required to work 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
• Required to work overtime as necessary.
• Required to perform work outdoors, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.
• Required to travel up to 25% 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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