WILDLIFE SPECIALIST II "Amphibians and Reptiles Biologist" WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT DIV / TERRESTRIAL WILDLIFE BRANCH / PHOENIX BASED FLSA-EXEMPT SALARY GRADE 20 (Hiring salary range $36,814 - $47,000) REQUISITION # 23422 / CLOSING DATE: 06/17/2016
Description of Duties: Under the direction of the Ranid Frogs Projects Coordinator, the Amphibians and Reptiles Biologist will be responsible for planning, organizing, coordinating, conducting and analyzing data for projects related to inventory, monitoring, management and conservation of terrestrial wildlife and habitats with emphasis on amphibians and reptiles. This position will train and supervise activities of other professional and subordinate personnel within areas of expertise and responsibility and directs the work and activities of seasonal and volunteer staff. Develops reports and articles, prepares charts, correspondence, graphs, maps and text for intra-Departmental use and for technical and popular publications. Makes presentations at scientific conferences, workshops and training sessions and to Department personnel, other agencies and to the general public and learns to advise the Department on policies, rules, laws and issues within scope of activity and expertise. Counsels outside groups and agencies, and the public in matters relating to wildlife and habitat, especially with regard to amphibians and reptiles. Operates and maintains a variety of specialized equipment common to terrestrial, aquatic and habitat-oriented wildlife work and to office duties associated with such work and uses standard and 4WD vehicles and watercraft in field work and conducts low-level aerial surveys from fixed-wing aircraft and helicopters. Additionally, attends staff and project-planning meetings and performs other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: The candidate must have knowledge in: habitat and wildlife field investigation, management and conservation techniques, species identification and habitat requirements for Arizona wildlife, plants and habitats in particular for amphibians and reptiles; scientific data collection procedures, basic statistical analysis techniques, Game and Fish and environmental laws, regulations, policies and procedures, topographic map interpretation and use. The ideal candidate will be skilled in data gathering, applying standardized techniques and general wildlife survey techniques in field and laboratory settings; apply habitat and wildlife management techniques; verbal and written communications; public relations; supervision; delegation; problem-solving and interpersonal relationships. The preferred candidate will be able to camp, hike, boat or raft while working in alone or with a partner in primitive field conditions. The candidate must have a bachelor's degree in a wildlife science or a closely related field from an accredited college or university. 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=1EMO 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]
