Please note: A correction was made to the description of the position WILDLIFE SPECIALIST II "Landowner Relations Program Specialist" FIELD OPERATIONS DIVISION / REGION 1 / PINETOP BASED FLSA- Exempt SALARY GRADE 20 (salary grade range $36,814-$65,827) REQUISITION # 11714 / CLOSING DATE: 9/19/2014
Description of Duties: The Landowner Relations Specialist will work with private landowners and other state and federal agency personnel to design, manage, implement, and monitor on-the-ground wildlife habitat improvement projects, and other activities for the Landowner Relations Program in Region 1. Develops and maintains positive working relationships with private landowners to implement a variety of Department programs and habitat and/or access projects. Coordinates with private landowners, the USDA/NRCS, USFWS, and other State and Federal agencies. Represents the Department at various meetings. Answers correspondence and prepares documentation pertaining to the Landowner Relations Programs. Works with other Regional staff to establish, implement and complete approved projects. Works closely with other governmental agencies to resolve issues, concerns, and problems with habitat, access, or cooperation with private landowners. Coordinates work with NRCS and local NRCDs to deliver Farm Bill programs and wildlife expertise to local ranchers and other landowners. Oversees and distributes expenditures of the Stewardship Programs. Plans, organizes, conducts and coordinates complex and significant specialized fish and wildlife management and habitat restoration activities. Analyzes information collected and develops recommendations for wildlife habitat restoration projects, habitat evaluation, special studies, environmental inventories, population estimates and/or specific research objectives. Performs other duties assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: The candidate must have knowledge of: fish and wildlife management, techniques, rules, regulations, policies and procedures, federal, state and agency rules and regulations, policies and procedures, and effective training and leadership techniques. The candidate will be skilled in: use of agency radio system, GPS devices and technology, computers, cameras and other necessary tools and equipment, data entry and analysis, use of a variety of modes of transportation, first aid and survival skills, GIS programs, and verbal and written communication. The candidate must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and written, develop effective and positive working relationships, provide customer service for a variety of internal and external customers, negotiate with landowners and other entities in support of the Landowner Relations Program and the Department's mission, work irregular hours, including weekends and holidays, work outdoors in extreme and isolated conditions, identify wildlife in less than optimal conditions, obtain special certifications as required, and fly in small aircraft is desirable. The candidate must have a Bachelor's degree in a wildlife science or closely related field. The preferred candidate will have three years of professional work experience in fisheries and/or wildlife research/management. The preferred candidate will have an advanced degree in fisheries and/or wildlife sciences or closely related field from an accredited college or university which may substitute for one year of required experience. Experience working with private landowners on habitat or access projects, experience working with NRCS and Farm Bill programs, experience with GIS software, and range plant identification. 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. The State of Arizona offers an outstanding comprehensive benefits package including: * 13 days of 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 Arizona State Government is an EOE/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer TO APPLY CLICK AZSTATEJOBS.GOV<http://www.azstatejobs.gov/> CLICK SEARCH FOR JOBS, SELECT GAME AND FISH DEPT FROM AGENCY DROPDOWN Direct link: https://azstatejobs.azdoa.gov/ltmprod/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=K9T Brisa Daniel-Personnel Analyst III Arizona Game and Fish Department 5000 W. 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