Access Program Coordinator

Arizona Department of Administration•Phoenix, AZ

9d•$55,000 - $70,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Arizona Game and Fish Department manages fish and wildlife in Arizona and under the authority of the Arizona Game and Fish Commission, creates and implements scientific methods and regulations to effectively manage fish and wildlife habitat via conservation, enforcement, hunting, fishing, watercraft and off-highway vehicle recreation, and shooting sports. The Arizona Game and Fish Department dedicates itself to excellence, values its employees and supports a culture of stewardship, teamwork and partnerships. This Access Program Coordinator position is responsible for the development and implementation of the Adopt-a-Ranch Program and Landowner Respect Program. This position coordinates with regional staff to administer program objectives. Receives and processes public requests for area closures to hunting, fishing and road closures on Arizona State Land Department (ASLD) lands to protect wildlife habitat and ensure compliance with Department procedure, policies and rules, Arizona Revised Statutes, and local and federal regulations. This position coordinates and attends public access-related projects with federal, state, county and local governments, private landowners and organized public user groups.

Requirements

Knowledge of Wildlife habitat protection and enhancement techniques; Applied wildlife biology; Wildlife habitat identification; Major issues affecting private landowners; National Environmental Policy Act and other pertinent compliance laws, policies, and procedures; Land management agency policies and procedures; Citizenry groups associated with wildlife management in Arizona. State procurement procedures and regulations; Outdoor recreational development; Project administration; Applications of Global Positioning Systems and associated software as they relate to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and mapping capabilities.
Skilled in developing various written agreements with private enterprises and government agencies; Budgeting and financial reporting; Technical writing; Computer applications including GIS, word processing, databases, spreadsheets and public presentations; Interpersonal communications, equipment maintenance.
Able to resolve conflict through effective communication; negotiate and achieve consensus through partnerships and collaborative agreements; Work independently, set priorities and manage multiple tasks within a dynamic work environment.
Bachelor's degree in a wildlife science or a closely related field as defined by the Department.
Possession of and the ability to retain a current, valid state-issued driver’s license appropriate to the assignment.
Successful completion of a post-offer medical/physical examination and the agency’s ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions.
Successful completion of the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of GIS experience or 1 year of college level GIS coursework.
Experience with ArcGIS.
Project management experience.
Construction/welding skills.
Experience with the southwest livestock industry.
Ability to operate an ATV/UTV vehicle.

Responsibilities

Administers and manages the Landowner Respect and Adopt-a-Ranch Program activities associated with the statewide Landowner Relations Program.
Coordinates and attends cooperative public access-related projects with Federal, state, county and local governments, private landowners and organized public user groups.
Works closely with governmental and non-governmental agencies to resolve issues with unlawful blockage of public lands and implement closures to ASLD when necessary for wildlife habitat protection purposes. Locates alternative access routes and monitors right-of-ways and easements to resolve access issues.
Represents the Department with ASLD for the implementation of the Locked Gate Protocol.
Represents the Department at meetings and public information sessions, presenting the programs and various outreach efforts.
Presents recommendations to the AZGFD Commission annually.
Provides technical guidance and expertise to agency staff, community organizations and other agencies.
Develops and implements outreach opportunities involving landowner/lessee special interest groups and the general public. Inform outside groups and the general public in matters relating to public access, wildlife and habitat.
Assist in writing and developing the Department’s Landowner Compact and Public Access - Programs promoting sportsmen opportunities.
Perform other duties and tasks as assigned.

Benefits

13 days’ of vacation
12 sick days
10 paid holidays
Tuition Reimbursement Program
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
Paid Parental Leave program