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RIVER AND STREAM SPECIALIST 2
- 531125
- MESA
- GAME AND FISH DEPT
- Full-time
- Closing at: Feb 10 2025 at 23:55 MST
GAME AND FISH DEPT
Delivering results that matter by providing best in class support services.
Join the only state agency in Arizona responsible for conserving and protecting more than 800 wildlife species. Be part of a passionate group of people who want to make a positive impact on outdoor recreation in Arizona by managing resources for safe, compatible opportunities for current and future generations. From fishing, boating and off-highway vehicle use to shooting sports, hunting and wildlife watching, Arizona Game and Fish supports it all. Our biologists use the best available science in their management actions, and our wildlife managers are on the ground in your communities making a difference every day. Opportunities abound beyond the field at AZGFD, so check us out and see what we’re all about! Consider joining our workforce today. AZGFD celebrates the diversity of Arizona's people, landscapes and of course, wildlife. However you choose to enjoy Arizona’s wildlife and wild places, the outdoors is open for all.
The Arizona Game and Fish Department manages fish and wildlife in Arizona and under the authority of the Arizona Game and Fish Commission, creates and implements scientific methods and regulations to effectively manage fish and wildlife habitat via conservation, enforcement, hunting, fishing, watercraft and off-highway vehicle recreation, and shooting sports. The Arizona Game and Fish Department dedicates itself to excellence, values its employees and supports a culture of stewardship, teamwork and partnerships.
RIVER AND STREAM SPECIALIST 2
Address: 7200 E. UNIVERSITY DR, MESA, ARIZONA 85207
Hiring Salary Range: $48,400 - $55,000
Grade: 21
Closing Date: 02/10/2025
The River and Stream Specialist 2 is the lead biologist responsible for management of regional rivers and streams. This position is responsible for completing a variety of professional wildlife work assignments relating to the management of fisheries resources in central Arizona.
Specific duties include: plans, organizes, analyzes and conducts professional fish and wildlife management activities for the Regional Fish Program. Conducts outreach activities (e.g. fishing clinics, fishing techniques workshops) and communicates information to the public. Will respond to requests for program related information, education and outreach activities. Conducts data analysis and develops and/or reviews recommendations related toward fisheries management. Records, analyzes and maintains fisheries management databases and interprets data for fish management reporting. Represent the Department at public and professional meetings; Provide consultation and technical advice within specialty areas. Will manage and maintain assigned program equipment and assess program needs and procure supplies and equipment necessary for fish program personnel. May serve as project lead to interns and/or volunteers. Perform other duties as assigned.
The candidate will have knowledge of/in: fish and wildlife techniques and application; fish biology and habitat; fish population dynamics; survey design and application; statistical analysis; federal and state laws, regulations and policies related to fisheries management and aquatic resources. The candidate will have skill in: water based fisheries management techniques; verbal and written communication; basic knowledge of GPS devices and technology; first aid; basic survival skills; statistical analysis and reporting; basic accounting principles; public outreach. The candidate will have the ability to work independently and as part of a team; provide effective customer service (internal and externally); multitask; prioritize; and be a critical thinker.
The ideal candidate will have SCUBA, first aid and CPR certifications.
The candidate must have a Bachelor's degree in fisheries and/or a wildlife science or a closely related field, and two years of professional experience in fisheries and/or wildlife management/research. A graduate degree in a wildlife science may substitute for one year of the required experience.
Employment is contingent upon completion of a post-offer medical/physical examination and the agency’s ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions.
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, then the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked or suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).
All newly hired employees will be subject to the E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification program.
The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
Sick leave
Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
Health and dental insurance
Retirement plan
Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact Amy Lacy at alacy@azgfd.gov for assistance.
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.
ARIZONA MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (AMS)
All Arizona state employees operate within the Arizona Management System (AMS), an intentional, results-driven approach for doing the work of state government whereby every employee reflects on performance, reduces waste, and commits to continuous improvement with sustainable progress. Through AMS, every state employee seeks to understand customer needs, identify problems, improve processes, and measure results.
State employees are highly engaged, collaborative and embrace a culture of public service.
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements
