WILDLIFE TECHNICIAN "Research Technician" WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT / RESEARCH / PHOENIX BASED FLSA-Non-Exempt SALARY GRADE 16 ($27,110-$48,695) ANNOUNCEMENT #9538- CLOSING DATE: 05/21/2014
Description of Duties: This position will be responsible for assisting Wildlife Specialists and Specialist Supervisors in conducting field work and data analysis; performing data collection following guidelines set forth in given research study plans and/or in consultation with principal investigators; reviewing popular and technical publications; assisting and learning to analyze information primarily collected from primary and secondary sources; assisting Wildlife Health Program Manager and Specialist in monitoring of animal populations through tissue sampling; assisting on captures and translocations, and processing samples and/or entering data into the wildlife health database; gathering and recording data in the field and into databases and creating or updating project databases as needed. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: (KSA's) The ideal candidate will have knowledge of southwest wildlife ecology, scientific methods, and statistics, wildlife and basic wildlife management techniques sufficient to perform duties, basic professional standard data collection and analysis, mathematics, and basic report preparation methods, proper operation, maintenance and basic repair of field equipment and various vehicles. The candidate must be skilled to work in remote locations for extended time in areas where primitive camping may be required; skilled in identifying mammal tracks and trapping terrestrial wildlife species, collecting and analyzing data, preparing and writing reports and presenting results. The candidate will be able to apply field data compilation and tabulation techniques, learn office policy procedures and use office equipment, perform both manual labor and office related duties, operate and maintain specialized equipment in support of wildlife management field work, use standard, 4 wheel drive, boats, and other vehicles and to participate in surveys from aircraft, must be able to communicate professionalism both verbally and in writing, work alone or as part of a team and interact well with the public, and practice problem-solving techniques. The preferred candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in wildlife science. 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. The State of Arizona offers an outstanding comprehensive benefits package including: * 13 days' of vacation * 12 sick days * 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 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=FD1 TO APPLY CLICK ONTO WWW.AZSTATEJOBS.GOV<http://WWW.AZSTATEJOBS.GOV> USING KEYWORD AGD 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> Lastest 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>
