Arizona Game and Fish Department has a vacancy that may be of interest to DFC members. We are hiring a native aquatics biologist that would have the benefit of working statewide.
WILDLIFE SPECIALIST I REVISED WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT DIVISION NONGAME BRANCH/PHOENIX BASED LIMITED POSITION / SALARY GRADE 17 SALARY GRADE 17 ($31,404-$49,561)) ANNOUNCEMENT #55-07WS /EXTENDED CLOSING DATE: 12/07/2007 Description of Duties: Assists biologists in the Nongame native fish, invertebrates, and amphibians programs to implement projects related to inventory, monitoring, management, recovery, and conservation of nongame species within these programs. Field methods involved in monitoring efforts include seining, electrofishing, dip nets, and eradication of non-native species in some areas. Develops and implements outreach activities about native fish, invertebrates, and amphibian recovery to schools and nongovernmental organizations. Conducts data entry and analysis; maintains program databases. Periodically supervises field technicians, interns, and volunteers during field projects. Reviews and edits work products (e.g. reports and publications) of co-workers; prepares environmental compliance documents; develops technical reports or publications, and popular articles; makes presentations at scientific conferences, workshops, to cooperating agencies, and the general public. Reviews popular and technical publications to maintain proficiency in the recovery of native species. Operates and maintains a variety of specialized equipment common to terrestrial, aquatic, and habitat-oriented wildlife work; uses standard and 4WD vehicles and watercraft. Works in remote areas with rugged terrain and variable weather; camps frequently. Manages and maintains assigned office equipment, field equipment, and vehicles. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: The ideal candidate will have experience in: wildlife and fisheries field investigations for native fishes, crustaceans, mollusks, and amphibians; species identification and habitat requirements; ability to multi-task and adapt to changing priorities; ability to work independently as well as in a team environment with individuals from state, federal, and tribal agencies, and the general public. 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. This position is underfilling a Wildlife Specialist III TO APPLY CLICK AZSTATEJOBS.GOV FOR ARIZONA GAME AND FISH USE KEYWORD AGF Chris Cantrell Native Fish Project Coordinator Nongame Branch Arizona Game and Fish Department (602) 789-3505 [EMAIL PROTECTED]
