WILDLIFE SPECIALIST STATEWIDE SUPERVISOR "Biometrician" WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT / RESEARCH BRANCH / PHOENIX BASED FLSA- Exempt SALARY GRADE 23 (hiring salary grade range $46,932-$70,000) REQUISITION # 19519 / CLOSING DATE: 12/1/2015
Description of Duties: The Arizona Game and Fish Department's mission is to conserve Arizona's diverse wildlife resources and manage for safe, compatible outdoor recreation opportunities for current and future generations. The Department's Research Branch is responsible for conducting robust research and providing scientific information to inform and support the sound management and professional stewardship of Arizona's fish and wildlife resources. Under the supervision of the Research Branch Chief, this position assists with development of research study plans and analysis of research data in support of identified management information needs, provides statistical expertise and support in the design of wildlife management monitoring and survey protocols, provides statistical consulting in support of Department wildlife management activities, conducts statistical analyses and modeling in support of research or monitoring efforts, collaborates or works independently on preparation of reports and publications, and assists with interpretation of statistical publications. May provide statistical, mathematical or modeling training to Department staff, provide recommendations for statistical software and database formats, participate and represent the Department in workshops or meetings concerning statistical and biological matters, and assist and/or observe biologists and techniques in the field to evaluate existing and/or develop new sampling protocols to achieve research or monitoring objectives. Performs other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: (KSA's): The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience and knowledge in the following areas: experimental design and advanced applied statistical techniques, demographic modeling, survival analysis, resource selection and habitat modeling, wildlife survey and monitoring techniques, and analysis of survey and monitoring data, with demonstrated application in a wildlife management and conservation context. The ideal candidate will also have skill in using statistical, modeling, and programming software such as (but not limited to) SAS, R, and MARK, and skill in applying statistical techniques such as (but not limited to) multivariate and nonparametric methods, generalized linear, linear mixed effects, and hierarchical models, spatial and time series analysis; population size estimation using mark-recapture, line transect, occupancy, and double sampling techniques; survival analysis, risk analyses, Bayesian approaches, movement analysis, and resource selection. The ideal candidate will have the demonstrated ability to communicate complex statistical, mathematical, and modeling concepts clearly and effectively to technical and lay audiences in both oral and written format, think critically and creatively to apply the appropriate statistical, mathematical, and modeling approaches to specific wildlife management questions, be able to manage multiple projects, and be able to work as part of a team with diverse members. The candidate must have a Bachelor's degree in a wildlife science or closely related field from an accredited college or university. The preferred candidate will have a Master's or Doctorate degree. 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 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=12QT
