[Agvisors] FW: Job Posting- Az Fish & Game- Yuma needing Ag Major for Yuma position- please share- closing date 7/30

[Sharp, Kyle P - (ksharp)]

Hi Everyone,



Hope you had a great weekend.  Please share this with your student listservs if you feel it is appropriate for them.



Thanks,



Kyle



Position Available- AZ Fish & Game- Yuma AZ-



See below job description:


I would not discourage any qualified applicant from applying, but  our ideal candidate will:


*         Have a BS degree -  in the agricultural field

*         Have experience locally in the agriculture industry

*         Have a serious interest in wildlife and wildlife conservation

For more information please contact:

Pat Barber
Yuma Regional Supervisor
Arizona Game and Fish Department
Yuma, AZ  85365
(928) 341-4040


Job Description:



WILDLIFE AREA MANAGER

FIELD OPERATIONS / REGION 4 / YUMA BASED

FLSA - Non-Exempt

SALARY GRADE 19 ($33,435-$46,623)

ANNOUNCEMENT#3926 / CLOSING DATE: 07/31/2013

Description of Duties: This position will perform management activities on 40,000 acres of land in four separate department managed wildlife areas and directing all aspects of assigned tasks related to the administration of these areas including evaluating needs, implementation of land management projects, monitoring environmental and structural condition of lands, waters, and facilities. This position will be responsible for evaluating the maintenance and enhancement needs at regional wildlife areas and stewardship sites, assists the program manager with drafting wildlife area management plans subject to approval and participates in their implementation, and writes draft annual reports. This position will also assist in writing draft proposals, including funding proposals; tracks budgets, monitors expenditures and submits accounts payables; administers conservation projects related to the management of regional wildlife areas and stewardship projects; operates, maintains, and repairs farm equipment and irrigation systems at regional wildlife areas; prepares planting schedules; cultivates wildlife food areas; plants and maintains food crops; makes approved purchases of equipment and supplies required for these activities. Position will be responsible for inventories animal communities and their habitats within regional wildlife areas; participates in staff and project-planning meetings, and performs other duties as assigned and provides information outreach on departmental and/or project activities and functions to wildlife areas visitors, classrooms, event participants and community groups. This position will also be responsible for coordinating with local Chambers of Commerce, County and City government officials, Natural Resource Conservation Districts, and Agricultural Extension Service as directed.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: (KSA's): The ideal candidate will have knowledge of general budget management, conservation techniques, agricultural practices, vehicle and equipment maintenance and operation; knowledge of federal, state, and local agency roles and functions relative to wildlife management and environmental issues. The candidate must be skilled to communicate verbal and writing, public relations techniques, and problem solve. Must be able to orient, camp, and hike while working alone or with a partner in primitive field conditions. Must have experience involving the practical application of conservation practices and/or course work related to wildlife management/conservation practices. Must be experienced in farming or ranching and building and/or construction trade and must possess work or recreational An equal opportunity, reasonable accommodations employer, the Arizona Game and Fish Department complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If you need accommodation in the employment process or this document in an alternative format, please contact our office at (623) 236-7326 or TTY 1-800-367-8939, prior to the closing date of the job in which you are interested. The Arizona Game & Fish Department is responsible for managing Arizona's fish and wildlife resource as an enduring public trust. In addition, the Department is charged with promoting safe and responsible use of watercraft and off-highway vehicles. Funding is provided from the sale of licenses and permits; watercraft registration fees; federal excise taxes on firearms, fishing equipment, boats, and other sporting goods; State lottery revenues; donations on State income tax forms; and various contracts and grants. Department policy is set by the Arizona Game and Fish Commission, whose five members are appointed by the Governor. We stand in support of equality for and advancement of all people based on their qualifications and actions alone without regard to color, gender, age, religion, national origin, or disability.



experience involving orienteering, camping, and hiking. 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.

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Tanya Hodges

Academic Program Coordinator UA - Yuma

University of Arizona -Yuma Learning Center

Arizona Western College - Main Campus

2020 S. Avenue 8E - Ag. & Science Bld. 137

P.O. Box 929

Yuma, Arizona 85365

(928) 271-9560

(928)344-7662 (fax)
thodges at cals.arizona.edu<mailto:thodges at cals.arizona.edu>

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