WILDLIFE SPECIALIST I "Research Wildlife Specialist" WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT DIVISION / RESEARCH BRANCH / PHOENIX BASED FLSA- Non-Exempt SALARY GRADE 18 (salary grade range $31,110- $55,762) REQUISITION # 15836 / CLOSING DATE: 04/17/2015
Description of Duties: Under direction of the Terrestrial Research Program Manager, this position will organize, analyze, conduct and coordinate new or ongoing wildlife research projects. The position will prepare reports of wildlife surveys, habitat evaluations, special studies, environmental inventories and estimates. Assists in development and recommendations of policies and procedures. Operates and maintains a variety of specialized equipment common to wildlife work. Prepares graphs, charts and maps as necessary. Uses statistical methods and automated data processing techniques to compile and analyze data collected. Participates in outreach efforts and responds to information requests. May assist with or conduct surveys, including low level aerial wildlife surveys. May assist with or conduct surveys, including aerial wildlife surveys and perform indoor work either in an office and/or laboratory setting requiring long periods of concentration on details. Outdoor work may be performed statewide under various field conditions including hiking and camping in cold temperatures to high temperatures exceeding 110 degrees. Activities will generally include hiking, backpacking, and using various transportation modes (e.g., boat, plane, ATV, on foot), and may involve exposure to animal and wilderness dangers. Performs other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: The candidate must have knowledge of: identification of native Arizona wildlife, biotic communities of the American Southwest, wildlife ecology and management and conservation techniques, scientific data collection procedures, research design, basic statistical analysis, computer and manual information management systems, report writing, State and Federal wildlife laws, regulations, policies, and procedures, basic library classification and organizational protocols/standardizations and paper and electronic files and data organization. The candidate will be skilled in: data gathering and organization, applying standardized techniques, manual and automated data processing, customer service, project planning and work management. The candidate must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and written, problem solves, maintain interpersonal relationships, organize and operate and maintain personal computer and software. The candidate must have a Bachelor's degree in a wildlife science or closely related field and have two years of professional work experience. Candidates with experience trapping/handling small mammals and identifying passerine birds by sight and sound desired. 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=TXY 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]<mailto:[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>
