WILDLIFE SPECIALIST II "Colorado River Fisheries Biologist" WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT DIVISION/RESEARCH/FLAGSTAFF BASED FLSA- Exempt SALARY GRADE 20 (hiring salary range of $36,814-$46,000) REQUISITION #24706 / CLOSING DATE: 08/26/2016
Description of Duties: Arizona Game and Fish Department is looking for an experienced biologist to conduct cooperative fisheries research and monitoring in the Grand Canyon. The position will work with cooperators to monitor and preserve native fish in the Grand Canyon, and help monitor a blue ribbon trout fishery in the tailwater below Glen Canyon Dam. The Colorado River Fisheries Biologist position oversees one or more fisheries and wildlife research projects, primarily in Glen, Marble, and Grand Canyon portions of the Colorado River. Under general supervision, this position ensures that field operations (e.g. electrofishing and hoopnetting) are conducted in accordance with approved study plans, and is actively engaged in field collection of data (i.e. field work). The position helps manage project(s), directs activities and oversees assistants, technicians, interns, volunteers, and contractors in the field. This includes assessing manpower, equipment and other project needs. Under general supervision, the position analyzes data, interprets results, and prepares written interim and final reports, and prepares materials for publication. The position generates detailed proposals, draft study plans, and literature reviews, and conducts statistical data analyses. This position develops and utilizes methods and techniques to compile and analyze data and presents findings in written and oral formats for both internal and external audiences. Provides effective field leadership, and develops and maintains positive working relationships with coworkers, local, state and federal agencies, the public, and special interest groups. Performs other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: The candidate must have knowledge of the scientific method, research design, analytical thinking, advanced mathematics and statistics and experience with common fish capture techniques (electrofishing and netting gear). The candidate must have skill in project management, strong oral and written communication, technical writing, leadership, delegation, and the ability to be an effective team player. The ideal candidate will be skilled in data processing and analysis, tracking, observing and capturing fish. The preferred candidate will have the ability to work in the field for extended periods (up to 25 days per trip) in an extreme remote environment; experience in hiking and/or recreating in backcountry wilderness settings; experience analyzing data and writing reports. Experience using statistical software such as SPSS and/or R, and a database management systems (DBMS) such as SQLite (or similar DBMS using SQL language) is preferred. The candidate must have a bachelor's degree in a wildlife science, fisheries science or a closely related field from an accredited college or university and two years professional experience in fisheries and/or wildlife research/management. An advanced degree in fisheries and/or wildlife sciences or closely related field from an accredited college or university is preferred. 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=1HTV 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]
