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Below you
will find the current openings at Arizona
Game and Fish Department. Openings change
on a continuing basis so check back often
and thank you for your interest.
Updated
May 12, 2004
- View Wildlife Series Positions
- View Non-Wildlife Positions
How to Apply for Wildlife Series Positions:
A Wildlife Series application Form 007 may be obtained by calling the
applicant line at (623) 236-7321, or through our Web site www.azgfd.com.
A completed application, a current resume and college transcripts (unofficial
or photocopies are accepted) must be received no later than 5:00 p.m.
on the closing date, by the Arizona Game and Fish Department, 2221 W.
Greenway Road, Phoenix, AZ 85086-5000, Attention: Human Resources, indicating
the correct Announcement Number. Permanent or limited permanent Game & Fish
employees applying must submit a current resume, accompanied by a Wildlife
Resume Supplement Form 9021, no later than 5:00 p.m. on closing date.
If the position you are applying for requires a Wildlife Science or related
degree, below is a list of approved degrees:
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Biology |
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Fisheries
Ecology |
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Biological
Sciences |
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Fisheries
Management |
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Conservation
Biology |
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Fisheries
Science |
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Ecology |
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Life
Sciences-ASU West only |
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Environmental
Biology |
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Marine
Biology |
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Environmental
Sciences |
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Natural
Resource Mgmt. |
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Environmental
Studies |
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Wildlife
Biology |
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Evolutionary
Biology |
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Wildlife
Management |
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Fish
and Game Management |
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Zoology |
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Fisheries
Biology |
Transcripts may be requested to resolve disputes regarding qualifications.
How to Apply for Non-Wildlife Positions:
A current resume, must be accompanied by a Resume Supplement Form (SF-501),
and submitted to the Arizona Game and Fish Department, 2221 West Greenway
Road, Phoenix, AZ 85086-5000, Attention: Human Resources, no later than
5:00 p.m. on the closing date. To obtain an SF-501, visit www.hr.state.az.us/employment,
or call (623) 236-7321 to receive one by mail. All applicants must include
the Announcement Number on the SF-501. If you are currently a permanent
status Game and Fish employee, include PROMO GF on the upper right corner
of the SF-501. |
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"GAME
RANGER" / WILDLIFE MANAGER I
FIELD OPERATIONS DIVISION / STATEWIDE LOCATIONS
SALARY: WILDLIFE MANAGER I (CADET), GRADE 17 ($26,626
- 43,577)
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT #07-04EDA / CLOSING DATE 5/21/04
Note: Seeking applicants for Wildlife Manager I
positions in which they will be promoted to Wildlife
Manager II or Wildlife Law Enforcement Specialist,
if vacant positions are available and after successful
completion of one-year probation. The hiring process
is quite extensive and requires a thorough background
investigation including: a polygraph examination,
a psychological assessment, a medical examination
and physical condition assessment. Arizona State
Law requires an applicant for State Peace Officer
Certification be a United State Citizen. The expected
start date is September 27, 2004. |
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| Description
of Duties: |
| Duties
will vary by post of duty assignment and shall include:
As a fully certified State Peace Officer, will have
primary law enforcement responsibilities of A.R.S.
Title 17 (Game and Fish laws), Title 5 (watercraft
law enforcement) and Title 28 (OHV law enforcement).
Must make arrests and serve warrants. Prepares comprehensive
case reports for use in prosecuting those in violation
of various statutes. Conducts wildlife law enforcement
investigations. Recommends and assists with implementation
of various habitat improvement projects. Conducts
biological investigations of fish populations using
creel census, electrofishing, gill netting and other
sampling techniques. Develops projects to improve
fish populations or to protect rare native species
and assists in implementing such projects. Conducts
wildlife surveys for game and nongame species occurring
in designated districts/regions. Recommends wildlife
management activities such as predator control,
wildlife introductions and transplants, hunting
season data, bag limits and other related activities.
Performs other information and education activities
such as public outreach, and may conduct Hunter
Education and Project WILD programs. Performs other
special projects as assigned. Encounters a high
degree of risk in performance of required duties,
and is required to wear a uniform and sidearm at
all times while on duty. Must operate four-wheel
drive vehicles, watercraft and pull trailers. Requires
camping and performance of duties in all weather
conditions. Outdoor skills necessary for performance
of duties. A Wildlife Manager's post-of-duty is
their residence and they are required to maintain
an office in their home to perform official State
business activities related to his position. |
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| Knowledge,
Skills, & Abilities: |
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ideal candidate will have knowledge of principles
and practices of wildlife management and strong
interpersonal skills. The candidate must have a
Bachelor's degree in a wildlife science or a closely
related field from an accredited college or university.
TO SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETE ONE YEAR PROBATION, AZ
POST CERTIFICATION AS A STATE PEACE OFFICER IS REQUIRED
FOR THE WILDLIFE MANAGER AND WILDLIFE LAW ENFORCEMENT
POSITIONS. |
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WILDLIFE
SPECIALIST II
"Arizona Bird Conservation Initiative
Coordinator"
WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT DIVISION / NONGAME
BRANCH
LIMITED POSITION / PHOENIX BASED
SALARY GRADE 19($31,329-$50,471)
ANNOUNCEMENT# 22-04EDA / CLOSING DATE
5/18/04 |
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| Description
of Duties: |
Plans,
organizes develops funding for, coordinates
and conducts projects related to inventory,
monitoring, management and conservation
of nongame wildlife and habitats, with
an emphasis on birds. Trains and supervises
the activities of other professional
and subordinate personnel. Provides
administrative oversight on project
development, including budgets, purchasing
procedures, and coordination with a
variety of external partners. Organizes
and supports regional committees of
internal and external participants.
Produces planning documents for program
and Departmental activities. Reviews,
evaluates and edits work products (e.g.
correspondence, data, reports and publications)
of subordinates staff; analyzes information
collected from primary and secondary
sources and prepares species and habitat
management research and conservation
recommendations, protocols and guidelines;
develops reports and articles for intra-
and inter-agency use and for technical
and popular publications; makes presentations
at policy and scientific conferences,
workshops and training sessions and
to Department personnel, other agencies
and the general public. Reviews popular
and technical publications to maintain
proficiency in specialty fields and
in other areas of general competence
and responsibility. Advises the Department
on policies, rules, laws, and issues
within the scope of activity and expertise;
counsels outside groups and agencies
and the public in matters relating to
birds and habitat. Operates and maintains
a variety of specialized equipment common
to terrestrial, aquatic and habitat-oriented
wildlife work, and to office and duties
associated with such work; uses standard
and 4WD vehicles and watercraft in field
work and conducts low-level aerial surveys
from fixed-wing aircraft and helicopters.
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Skills, & Abilities: |
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ideal candidate will have experience
with interagency project and meeting
coordination as well as writing agreements,
strategic and implementation plans and
final reports. The desired candidate
will have two or more years of project
coordination and administration experience
with an emphasis on birds and habitats
of the southwestern U.S. Demonstrated
expertise with IBM compatible personal
computers. The candidate must have a
bachelor's degree in a wildlife science
or a closely related field from an accredited
college or university and two years
professional experience in wildlife
research or wildlife management. A graduate
degree in a wildlife science or closely
related field may be substituted for
one year of the required experience. |
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WILDLIFE
ASSISTANT II
FIELD OPERATIONS / REGION III
TEMPORARY POSITION (Work Location Seligman,AZ)
SALARY GRADE 14 (Hourly $10.00)
ANNOUNCEMENT #21-04EDA / CLOSING DATE
May 23, 2004 |
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| Description
of Duties: |
| Assists
with several aspects of the Black-footed
Ferret Reintroduction Project in Aubrey
Valley. Conducts ferret and prairie
dog surveys following established protocols.
Provides care and husbandry to captive
ferrets and prairie dogs following established
protocols. Maintains ferret release
pens and prairie dog quarantine facilities.
Conducts public outreach and education
activities. Enters, summarizes, and
reports field data. Writes project status
updates. Provides project information
to supervisor and other project collaborators.
Performs other duties as assigned. |
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| Knowledge,
Skills, & Abilities: |
| Ideal
candidate will have knowledge and experience
with endangered species, reintroduction,
and animal husbandry and care. The preferred
candidate will have skills and the ability
to conduct surveys and monitoring. The
applicant must have two years field
experience as a Wildlife Assistant I
or the equivalent. Bachelor's degree
in a wildlife science or a closely related
field from an accredited college or
university may substitute for the required
experience. A medical /physical evaluation
is required prior to appointment. |
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WILDLIFE
SPECIALIST I
WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT DIVISION / RESEARCH
BRANCH
LIMITED POSITION / FLAGSTAFF BASED
SALARY GRADE 17 ($26,626 -$43,577)
ANNOUNCEMENT 22-04EDA / CLOSING DATE
5/20/04 |
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| Description
of Duties: |
| Assists
in the conduct of wildlife-highway relationships
research in central Arizona. Captures
wildlife (deer and elk) and attaches
GPS telemetry collars; maintains trap
sites. Oversees and assists in installation
and maintenance of infrared video camera
systems, and oversees and assists with
analysis of videotapes. Conducts procurement
of supplies and equipment for research
projects, including obtaining bids,
etc. Oversees and assists in compilation
of various data into electronic (e.g.,
spreadsheet) formats. Conducts interagency
(ADOT, Forest Service) coordination
on highway projects. Analyzes data with
appropriate statistical procedures.
Writes project reports and scientific
manuscripts for publication, and makes
presentations. Supervises and manages
multiple subordinates. Conducts scientific
literature searches on various topics.
Conducts information and education outreach;
works with media, and makes workshop
presentations. |
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| Knowledge,
Skills, & Abilities: |
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ideal candidate will have knowledge
of experimental and scientific research
concepts, and skilled in wildlife capture,
handling, and marking. The ideal candidate
will have an understanding of and experience
with electronics and video camera monitoring.
The candidate must have a Bachelor's
degree in a wildlife science or a closely
related field from an accredited college
or university. A medical/physical evaluation
is required prior to appointment. |
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EXECUTIVE
STAFF ASSISTANT
WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT DIVISION
PERMANENT POSITION / PHOENIX BASED
SALARY GRADE 20 ($32,522 - $55,807) / JOB CATEGORY
#5
ANNOUNCEMENT #13-04ENW / CLOSING DATE 5/12/04 |
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| Description
of Duties: |
| Assists
the Assistant Director of the Wildlife Management
Division in the development of operating policies
and procedures. Assists with the organizational
aspect of several National and International Committees.
Assists in long range fiscal and organizational
planning. Conducts special studies; recommends changes
to correct operation deficiencies or to improve
the provision of services to the public. Develops
management information systems to evaluate program
performance, resource management, and budget control.
Prepares administrative directives. Provides technical
assistance and guidance as requested. Interprets
rules, regulations and policies. Participates in
the development of program proposals and grants;
coordinates the preparation of the budget. Coordinates
activities with other organizational units of the
agency. Prepares a variety of administrative reports.
May supervise professional and/or clerical personnel.
Attends conferences and seminars. Reviews and evaluates
programs and projects of the Department and other
agency wildlife programs. Tracks activities of WMD
Branches; prepares briefing reports; develops, coordinates,
and monitors budget. Participates in field related
activities. Performs other duties as assigned. |
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| Knowledge,
Skills, & Abilities: |
| The
ideal candidate will have knowledge of Game and
Fish laws, regulations, policies and procedures;
knowledge of principles and practices of wildlife
management, boating enforcement and education programs;
knowledge of State and Federal Aid budgeting processes;
skill in work management, training, leadership,
program planning/execution, skill in compiling data
and performing statistical and strategic analysis,
and skill in oral and written communications and
public relations. The preferred candidate will have
four years responsible administrative experience. |
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CONTRACT
MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST III
SPECIAL SERVICES DIVISION / SUPPORT SERVICES BRANCH
LIMITED POSITION / PHOENIX BASED
SALARY GRADE 20 ($35,578 - $55,807) / JOB CATEGORY
#12
ANNOUNCEMENT #15-04ENW / CLOSING DATE 5/14/04 |
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| Description
of Duties: |
| This
position provides contract management support to
the Department by performing a variety of contractual
functions including: writes and administers specialized
contracts for professional services and construction;
analyzes reports and statistical data as it relates
to contract management; attends meetings and participates
on active teams and committees; writes policy and
operating procedures relating to contract administration;
performs related work as required; responds to protest
and contract claims; designs forms for use in work
process. |
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| Knowledge,
Skills, & Abilities: |
| The
ideal candidate for this position will have knowledge
of Arizona Procurement Rules and Regulations, Federal
laws and statutes pertaining to contractual agreements,
and a Bachelors Degree in Business or a related
field, in addition to participation in a professional
purchasing/contracting organization. |
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DISPATCHER
II - REVISED
FIELD OPERATIONS DIVISION / LAW ENFORCEMENT
BRANCH
PERMANENT POSITION / PHOENIX BASED
SALARY GRADE 14 ($24,305 - 34,981)
ANNOUNCEMENT # 17-04ENW / CLOSING DATE:
5/14/04 |
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| Description
of Duties: |
| Operates
two-way radio equipment connected to
a statewide law enforcement network,
a Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) System,
and a computer terminal and teletype
connected to the National Crime Information
Center (NCIC)/Arizona Crime Information
Center (ACIC) system. Enters, modifies,
verifies, validates, retrieves and removes
arrest warrant information from the
NCIC/ACIC System. Researches and prepares
background investigations. Interviews
callers on toll free lines for hunting,
fishing, boating, animal depredation
and vandalism violations. Monitors security
of department properties and personnel.
Shifts may vary depending on staffing
needs and may include weekends and holidays.
Overtime may be required under special
circumstances. |
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| Knowledge,
Skills, & Abilities: |
The
ideal candidate will have one year of
experience in radio or telephone dispatching
operations and the ability to type 25
words per minute. The preferred candidate
will have previous Terminal Operator
Certification.
A medical/physical evaluation is
required prior to appointment. |
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EDUCATION
BRANCH CHIEF
INFORMATION AND EDUCATION DIVISION /
EDUCATION BRANCH
UNCOVERED POSITION / PHOENIX BASED
SALARY GRADE 23 ($42,181 - 72,066)
ANNOUNCEMENT # 18-04ENW / CLOSING DATE:
6/1/04 |
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| Description
of Duties: |
The
Education Branch Chief administers a
wide range of public education activities
and programs in a large, complex, multi-faceted
department. The position is responsible
for administration of an annual operating
budget of $2 million, and the direct
or indirect supervision of 24 employees.
The position oversees and participates
in the creation and execution of public
education programs that promote the
agency's mission, including education
programs in hunter education, aquatic
education, environmental education,
watercraft safety education and shooting
sports. The Education Branch Chief is
also responsible for oversight of the
agency's statewide shooting ranges program,
and oversight of the operations of the
Ben Avery Shooting Facility and the
department's Wildlife Center. The position
reports to the assistant director of
the Information and Education Division.
This position is uncovered.
Essential functions:
* Manages finances for the Education
Branch;
* Coordinates and or facilitates development
of statewide shooting ranges, oversees
operations of the Ben Avery Shooting
Facility and the department's Wildlife
Center
* Develops and implements new public
education programs
* Supervises employees whose work may
include curriculum development, production
of educational materials and delivery
of education and training programs
* Counsels department executive staff
concerning public education aspects
of policies, practices, procedures,
programs, and actions;
* Serves as a liaison between the department
and its constituent groups;
* Demonstrates continuous effort to
improve operations and processes, decrease
turnaround times, mentors employees
and works cooperatively with peers.
* Hires and supervises staff; responds
to requests for general information;
coordinates branch activities with other
department work units and with other
governmental agencies and with the public;
represents the department to the public;
serves on interagency and other committees;
* Establishes short and long range goals
and objectives the following programs:
Hunter Education, Environmental Education,
Wildlife Rehabilitation, Aquatic Education,
Shooting Ranges, Watercraft Safety Education.
* Analyzes, writes, and edits general
correspondence and technical documents,
including performance reports, progress
reports, annual reports, rules regulations,
briefing papers, and position papers.
* Develops budget and project proposals,
cooperative agreements; approves and
monitors expenditures; Performs other
work duties as assigned by supervisor.
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Skills, & Abilities: |
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Knowledge of state wildlife laws and
rules and department policies and procedures
* Knowledge of public administration
practices including personnel supervision,
business management and public involvement
* Knowledge of the philosophies, principles
and practices of wildlife management
and public administration
* General knowledge of principles and
practices of education and mass communications
* Skills in budgeting, public speaking,
employee management, planning, goal
setting, report writing, leadership,
group dynamics, interpersonal communication,
problem solving, program evaluation
and conflict resolution.
The ideal candidate will have a B.S.
degree in wildlife science; or a B.S.
or B.A. in business administration,
education or public administration,
and at least five years of supervisory-level
experience. A graduate degree is preferred,
and career experience in wildlife management
is desired. Other combinations of similar
experience and education may be substituted.
How to Apply: Submit a current resume
to the Arizona Game and Fish Department,
2221 West Greenway Road, Phoenix, Arizona
85023, Attention: Human Resources, no
later than 5:00 p.m. on the closing
date. Note the Announcement Number on
your resume or in a cover letter.
Uncovered employees are not covered
by the Arizona Department of Administration
Personnel Rules. Uncovered employees
serve at the pleasure of the Director
of the Arizona Game and Fish Department.
However, uncovered employees do receive
the same benefits, retirement, medical,
dental, etc. as covered employees.
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| An equal
opportunity, reasonable accommodations
employer, the Arizona Game and Fish Department
complies with the Americans with Disabilities
Act of 1990. If you need accommodation
in the employment process or this document
in an alternative format, please contact
our office at (623) 236-7326, prior to
the closing date of the job in which you
are interested. The Arizona Game & Fish
Department is responsible for managing
Arizona’s fish and wildlife resource
as an enduring public trust. In addition,
the Department is charged with promoting
safe and responsible use of watercraft
and off-highway vehicles. Funding is provided
from the sale of licenses and permits;
watercraft registration fees; federal excise
taxes on firearms, fishing equipment, boats,
and other sporting goods; State lottery
revenues; donations on State income tax
forms; and various contracts and grants.
Department policy is set by the Arizona
Game and Fish Commission, whose five members
are appointed by the Governor. We stand
in support of equality for and advancement
of all people based on their qualifications
and actions alone without regard to color,
gender, age, religion, national origin,
or disability. |
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