AZGFD Hunter Education Assistant | Phoenix, AZ | Closes 01-06-2017

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AZGFD Hunter Education Assistant

OPENING DATE: 12/16/2016

CLOSING DATE: 1/6/2017

DEPARTMENT: Arizona Game and Fish Dept.

JOB TYPE: Full-time

SALARY: $11.00 / Per Hour

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Under direction of the Conservation Education Program, this position will assist the Department’s Education Branch with the promotion and implementation of firearm and hunting safety through diverse educational programs and approaches. Performs entry level tasks associated with range safety enforcement and the delivery of firearm and hunting safety education and outreach to the public statewide. Performs associated maintenance tasks including inspecting, cleaning, maintaining and repairing firearms and assist in maintaining inventory, equipment and supplies. Serves as a range safety office for rifle, handgun, air-gun and archery ranges. Performs other duties as assigned.  This assignment is a temporary appointment and will end no later than May 30, 2017.

QUALIFICATIONS:

The candidate will have experience in: proper and safe handling of a variety of firearms, range safety procedures and practices for operating a variety of firearms, hunting laws and regulations for Arizona. Candidates must be able to communicate effectively with a wide variety of audiences to deliver education and training programs and lead group of individuals through educational activities.

Preferred candidates will have completed the Arizona Hunter Education Course, have experience with public speaking or delivering education programs and NRA Range Safety Officer certification or completion of an AZGFD Range Safety Officer training course.

A Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card will be required.  Employment is contingent upon completion of a post-offer medical/physical examination and the agency’s ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions. Medical/Physical examination will include a baseline blood lead level and a baseline hearing test, both which will be conducted on an annual basis.

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.

To apply visit: https://azstatejobs.azdoa.gov/