Wildlife Technician

Arizona Department of Administration • Phoenix, AZ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Arizona Game and Fish Department’s Research Branch is hiring a regular full-time Wildlife Technician based in Phoenix, Arizona. Under the direction of a Wildlife Specialist and the Terrestrial Research Program Manager, the technician organizes, coordinates, and conducts wildlife research in field, office, and laboratory settings. The work primarily involves field data collection and data entry, assistance with data analysis, and support in preparing technical reports and peer-reviewed publications. Research may include wildlife survey methods, harvest analysis, habitat evaluations, special studies, and environmental inventories.

Assignments may take place statewide or regionally and involve fieldwork in remote areas, including extended overnight trips and primitive camping for up to eight consecutive days. The position requires operating specialized field equipment and vehicles, and may involve long-distance driving. In-state and out-of-state travel is required; night, weekend, and holiday work may occasionally be needed. This is a non-supervisory role that also participates in Arizona Management System activities.

Requirements

• Knowledge of the Southwest, wildlife ecology, scientific methods, wildlife research and management techniques, data collection methods, and technical scientific writing.
• Knowledge of proper operation, maintenance, and basic repair of field equipment and vehicles, including four-wheel-drive vehicles and ATVs.
• Knowledge and experience with wildlife field research techniques, terrestrial and aquatic field investigation, species identification, habitat requirements, and ecological support systems for flora and fauna.
• Skill in collecting and entering field data and assisting with technical reports and scientific manuscripts.
• Ability to use office equipment and perform manual labor and office-related duties.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing and to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work in remote locations for extended periods where overnight camping is required.
• Possess and retain a current, valid state-issued driver’s license appropriate to the assignment.
• Successfully complete a post-offer medical/physical examination, subject to reasonable accommodation.
• Successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in wildlife science or a closely related field from an accredited college or university, with six months of relevant work experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field surveys for large mammals, small mammals, herpetofauna, and avian species, as well as vegetation and camera-trap surveys.
• Trap, mark, and track wildlife using aerial and/or ground telemetry techniques when assigned.
• Collect field data, enter data, and assist with analyses using statistical and spatial software.
• Assist with preparing technical reports and scientific manuscripts.
• Work in remote locations and camp in primitive conditions for up to eight continuous days.
• Manage logistics for camps and fieldwork and maintain field equipment.
• Operate four-wheel-drive vehicles and ATVs in rough terrain.
• Participate in continuing education, Arizona Management System activities, and other assigned duties.

Benefits

• 13 days of vacation
• 12 sick days
• 10 paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System; enrollment eligibility becomes effective after 27 weeks of employment
• Health care options
• Vision care
• Dental care
• Pharmacy benefits
• Flexible spending account options
• Life insurance options
• Long-term disability insurance options
• Short-term disability insurance options
• Paid parental leave program
• Additional benefit programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed