Michael Lopez - Hiring manager for Pintop Job malopez@azgfd.gov Barron, Milani - Human Resources - 623-236-7317 623-236-7317 Stella Gomez - HR dept AZGFD Region I - Pinetop 2878 E. White Mountain Blvd. Pinetop, AZ 85935 928-367-4281 ARIZONA GAME AND FISH DEPARTMENT Managing today for Wildlife tomorrow www.azgfd.gov WILDIFE SPECIALIST I “Aquatic Specialist” FIELD OPERATION DIVISION / REGION 1 / PINETOP BASED FLSA-Non-Exempt SALARY GRADE 18 ($31,110-$55,762) REQUISITION #19634 / CLOSING DATE: 12/16/2015 AGENCY INFORMATION 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. For more information, please visit our website at www.azgfd.gov. JOB INFORMATION Under direction of the regional Fisheries Program Manager, the Aquatic Specialist will be responsible for planning, coordinating, conducting, analyzing, and reporting professional fish and wildlife management activities and studies for native fish, amphibians, reptiles, and other aquatic wildlife within the Sportfish Stocking Conservation and Mitigation Program. The position will work in the White Mountains and eastern Mogollon Rim of Arizona and be based in the Pinetop Regional Office. Field activities may include: reintroduction of native aquatic wildlife (fish, amphibians, reptiles) to establish new populations, removal of undesirable nonnative species, population monitoring, aquatic habitat and water quality monitoring, habitat improvements, and other projects to benefit the conservation of native aquatic wildlife. Ensures program coordination with a variety of other Department programs as well as with external agencies. Develops and utilizes fish, wildlife, and habitat management techniques and develops recommendations within Department guidelines. Uses specialized methods, techniques and data processing to compile and analyze collected data and other information to formulate and present fish and wildlife management findings and recommendations. May oversee work, programs, and/or projects related to area of expertise. Operates and performs maintenance on field and survey equipment. Reviews technical publications to maintain proficiency in specialty field and participates in outreach activities. Reviews and prepares written correspondence with regard to program expertise, issues and other administration as well as prepares a variety of reports describing planning and implementation of program objectives and achievements. May oversee specific work programs and/or projects including scheduling project personnel and equipment and providing training. Performs other duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES The candidate must have knowledge of fish and wildlife management including techniques, rules, regulations, policies and procedures; best management practices for various wildlife-related duties; effective training and leadership techniques. The candidate must be skilled in employing GPS devices and technology; cameras, backpack electrofishers and other relevant tools and equipment; data entry; use of a variety of modes of transportation (e.g. 4-wheel drive, ATV’s, etc.); outdoor survival skills; applied data gathering; customer service; delegation; negotiation; public relations. The candidate must have the ability to: develop effective working relationships with the general public and co-workers; identify native fishes, amphibians, and aquatic reptiles of Arizona. The preferred candidate will have strong skill in written and oral communications. The candidate must be able to hike long distances in rough, remote terrain and be able to camp for extended periods of time, in extreme and isolated conditions. May work irregular work schedules that may include weekends and/or holidays. The candidate must have a bachelor’s degree in a wildlife science, fisheries science or a closely related field from an accredited college or university and two years professional experience in fisheries and/or wildlife research/management. An advanced degree in fisheries and/or wildlife sciences or closely related field from an accredited college or university may substitute for one year of required experience. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS Employment is contingent upon completion of a post-offer medical/physical examination and the agency’s ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions. Position requires possession of and the ability to retain a current, valid state-issued driver’s license appropriate to the assignment. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records and must complete any required driver training (see Arizona Administrative Code R2-10-207.12.). All newly hired employees will be subject to the E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification program. Our work environment offers training opportunities and encourages career development. BENEFITS The State of Arizona offers an outstanding comprehensive benefits package including: * 13 days vacation * 12 sick days with accumulation benefits * 10 paid holidays * Participation in the nationally recognized Arizona State Retirement System * Superior health care options * Vision care, dental care, pharmacy benefits, and flexible spending account (options available) * Life, long-term disability, and short-term disability insurance options are available * Many more benefit programs are available For more information on the benefits available to State of Arizona employees, including plan descriptions, wait periods and cost, please visit www.benefitoptions.az.gov. Arizona State Government is an EOE/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer. The Arizona Game and Fish Department is an equal opportunity, reasonable accommodations employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If you need to request an accommodation in the employment process or would like to receive this document in an alternative format, please contact our office at (623) 236-7326 or TTY 1-800-367-8939, prior to the closing date of the job in which you are interested. We stand in support of equality for and advancement of all people based on their qualifications and actions alone without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law.