WILDLIFE SPECIALIST SENIOR

WILDLIFE SPECIALIST SENIOR

Job No : 531243

Work Type : Full-time

Location : PHOENIX

Categories : Environment / Air / Water / Waste, Fish / Game / Wildlife, Forestry / Wildland Fire / Natural Resources, Scientific / Technical Support

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.

The Arizona Game and Fish Department is an Equal Employment Opportunity agency.

PROJECT EVALUATION PROGRAM SPECIALIST

Job Location :

Address : 5000 W Carefree Highway, Phoenix, Arizona 85086

Posting Details :

Hiring Salary Range : $47,564 - $70,000

Grade : 22

Closing Date : 02 / 14 / 2025

Job Summary :

WILDLIFE SPECIALIST SENIOR

Project Evaluation Program Specialist"

WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT DIV / HABITAT BRANCH / PHOENIX, AZ BASED

FLSA - Exempt / GRADE 22 (Hiring salary range $47,564 - $70,000)

CLOSING DATE : 02 / 14 / 2025

The Department's Project Evaluation Program (PEP) coordinates the Department's statewide review and evaluation of land and water projects. PEP evaluates proposed project areas and reviews project documentation in order to determine the scope of the proposal and the potential for impacts to the State's fish and wildlife resources. The PEP team is currently seeking to fill its Project Evaluation Specialist position, which will be responsible for coordinating the Arizona Game and Fish Department's (Department) statewide review and evaluation of land and water projects. This particular position will be the Energy lead for the Department.

Job Duties :

Responsibilities for the position will include :

• Evaluate proposed Energy and Transmission Development projects but could also review Federal Land Management Planning documents, Federal projects, Transportation and Urban Planning, and other forms of development to determine potential impacts to the Department's mission and the State's fish and wildlife resources
• Coordinate and participate in inter-agency land management planning efforts
• Coordinate the review, development, and communication of Department comments and / or position
• Review and administer the environmental compliance documentation for Department projects
• Maintain and update program database(s) for project tracking, correspondence, and compliance
• Assist in the development of Annual Performance Reports and other Program documentation
• Attend meetings and represent the Department on interdisciplinary teams
• Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs) :

The candidate must have knowledge of and / or experience in State and Federal environmental laws, regulations and policies, review and implementation of compliance regulations, fish and wildlife habitat evaluation and project impact analysis, mitigation and compensation measures consistent with Department policy Natural resources negotiations, and computer hardware and software knowledge.

Candidates must be able to develop effective and positive interpersonal relationships with all staff and other partner agencies, analyze and prepare environmental assessment documents including maps, images and diagrams that will assist with agency planning and compliance, adjust to changing program direction or priorities, and work independently or as part of a team.

Selective Preference(s) :

The preferred candidate will have knowledge of and experience with fish and wildlife habitat evaluations and project impact analyses; environmental compliance; environmental laws, regulations and policies; mitigation and compensation measures to address impacts to fish and wildlife resources; natural resource negotiation and providing, presenting, and documenting information both written and verbal.

Pre-Employment Requirements :

The candidate must have a bachelor's degree in fisheries and / or wildlife sciences or a closely related field from an accredited college or university and two years of professional experience in wildlife research or wildlife management. A graduate degree in wildlife science or a closely related field may substitute for one year of the required experience.

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.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits :

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

Contact Us :

If you have any questions please feel free to contact Milani Barron at mbarron@azgfd.gov for assistance.

Advertised : 15 Jan 2025 US Mountain Standard Time

Applications close : 14 Feb 2025 US Mountain Standard Time

Salary : $47,564 - $70,000