WILDLIFE TECHNICIAN "Sonoran Pronghorn Pen Technician, Cabeza Prieta" FIELD OPERATIONS / REGION 4 / AJO BASED FLSA- Non-Exempt SALARY GRADE 16 ($27,110-$48,695) ANNOUNCEMENT # 15559 - CLOSING DATE: 04/02/2015
Description of Duties: This position will be responsible for monitoring Sonoran pronghorn in a captive breeding enclosure. Records and documents behavior, breeding, recruitment and mortality.. Monitors and maintains the pen, including woven wire and electric fences, and irrigation pipes, and irrigates native forage. Uses radio telemetry to locate wild and released pronghorn. Maintains several Sonoran pronghorn recovery projects in the vicinity of the pen, and documents pronghorn use with automatic cameras. In addition, the position will be responsible for tabularizing data collected and preparing reports, reviewing project quality, consults with Project Biologist and makes recommendations. Other duties as assigned to assist in Department activities. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: (KSA's) The ideal candidate will have knowledge of basic ungulate and pronghorn biology and wildlife management techniques: Ability to observe pronghorn for long hours through spotting scopes and/or binoculars; Knowledge of fencing and irrigation techniques, basic carpentry and electrical work; record detailed accurate field notes; quickly solve problems; ability to get along with co-workers and work for long hours while outside in harsh field conditions. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in a wildlife science or a closely related field from an accredited college or university; OR two years of field experience equivalent to a Wildlife Assistant II. 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 in accordance with 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 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 TO APPLY CLICK ON TO AZSTATEJOBS.GOV<http://www.azstatejobs.gov/> CLICK SEARCH FOR JOBS; SELECT GAME AND FISH FROM AGENCY DROPDOWN DIRECT LINK: https://azstatejobs.azdoa.gov/ltmprod/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=TET Brisa Daniel-Personnel Analyst III Arizona Game and Fish Department 5000 W. Carefree Highway Phoenix, AZ 85086 (P) 623-236-7323 (F) 623-236-7930 [email protected] Sign up for Arizona Game and Fish eNews<http://www.azgfd.gov/eservices/subscribe.shtml> Latest news & information - delivered to your computer Links to Arizona Hunting<http://www.azgfd.gov/h_f/hunting.shtml>, Online Training - Hunter Education<http://www.hunter-ed.com/az/index.htm>, Online Training - Boating Education<http://www.boat-ed.com/az/az_internet.htm>, Nongame and Endangered Wildlife Program<http://www.azgfd.gov/w_c/nongame_species.shtml>
