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

[Tanya Quist]

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. 

TO APPLY CLICK ON TO AZSTATEJOBS.GOV 

FOR ARIZONA GAME AND FISH USE KEYWORD AGD

 

 

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

 



 

 

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