AZGFD Sport Fish Research Technician | Phoenix, AZ

AZGFD Wildlife Technician – Sport Fish Research

OPENING DATE: 1/18/2017

CLOSING DATE: 2/1/2017

DEPARTMENT: Arizona Game and Fish Dept.

JOB TYPE: Full Time

SALARY: $27,110 – $35,000 / Per Year

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Under the direction of the Aquatic Research Program Manager, the Sport Fish Research Technician will be responsible for providing support and assistance to project biologists in the collection of biotic and abiotic data for sport fish related research projects. Primary duties will include conducting field fisheries surveys following standardized protocols (e.g. electrofishing, use of net capture techniques, creel surveys, and other standard techniques to sample aquatic ecosystems). Will assist with conducting controlled lab experiments related to research projects. Compiles, enters, and quality checks biological and physical data, and may assist with analysis. May serve as a crew lead and direct other employees (e.g. interns, volunteers) in the collection of field data and general project implementation and that include assessing manpower, equipment and project needs. May assist with literature review, logistics, study plan development, and report writing as needed. Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

The candidate must have knowledge of basic fish capture techniques, basic biology, particularly sport fishes, scientific method and analytical thought, professional standard data collection and analysis, statistics, and basic report preparation methods. The candidate will have skill in handling, tagging and measurement of various aquatic wildlife, ability to navigate in remote wilderness settings, use of various field equipment to include proper operation, maintenance and basic repair, basic first aid and survival techniques.

The candidate will have the ability to work irregular hours, including weekends, in remote locations for extended time in areas where primitive camping may be required. The preferred candidate will have experience with aquatic field investigation and have knowledge of species identification and habitat requirements. The preferred candidate will have skill in preparing and writing technical reports and the ability to apply field data compilation and tabulation techniques. The candidate must be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing and be able to work alone or as a part of a team. The preferred candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in wildlife science or closely related field.

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.

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