GAME AND FISH DEPT

Delivering results that matter by providing best in class support services.

Join the only state agency in Arizona responsible for conserving and protecting more than 800 wildlife species. Be part of a passionate group of people who want to make a positive impact on outdoor recreation in Arizona by managing resources for safe, compatible opportunities for current and future generations. From fishing, boating and off-highway vehicle use to shooting sports, hunting and wildlife watching, Arizona Game and Fish supports it all. Our biologists use the best available science in their management actions, and our wildlife managers are on the ground in your communities making a difference every day. Opportunities abound beyond the field at AZGFD, so check us out and see what we’re all about! Consider joining our workforce today. AZGFD celebrates the diversity of Arizona's people, landscapes and of course, wildlife. However you choose to enjoy Arizona’s wildlife and wild places, the outdoors is open for all.

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.

The Arizona Game and Fish Department is an Equal Employment Opportunity agency.

BASF OPERATIONS MANAGER - PROG ADMR

Address:  5000 W Carefree Highway, Phoenix, Arizona

Salary: $60,723-$110,235 

Grade: 25

Closing Date: 03/30/2025

The Ben Avery Shooting Facility is one of the largest publicly operated shooting facilities in the country. Our world-class shooting range is a City of Phoenix Point of Pride and has received a Five Star rating from the National Association of Shooting Ranges. Located on 1,650 acres in north Phoenix, the Ben Avery Shooting Facility averages more than 240,000 shooters per year. The facility offers a fun and safe environment for shooters of all experience levels and strives to provide a quality recreation experience for all users.

The Ben Avery Shooting Facility Operations Manager will provide overall management of the Ben Avery Shooting Facility which consists of the Ben Avery Archery Range, Clay Target Center and Rifle and Pistol Range.

Work schedule will consist of mornings, afternoons, evenings and weekends in a noisy environment, which may include working in extreme heat & cold, wind and/or rain.

Major responsibilities include:

- Responsible for the management of the Ben Avery Shooting Facility including the annual planning, development, revisions and implementation of the Ben Avery Business Plan. Plan and prioritize improvement project budgets and implement Department construction processes.

- Conducts all processes directly related to supervision of the Clay Target Center Manager, the Rifle and Pistol Range Manager, the Office Manager, Customer Service Manager and Facility Maintenance Specialist includes hiring, coaching, 1:1s, etc. and all those indirectly related to supervising and managing a staff of a minimum of 37 full time, and 12 part time seasonal; range masters, customer service representatives and range supervisors.

- Responsible for budget development, planning, oversight and management that consists of over $3M in program income and an additional $1 - $2M in Federal grant dollars to operate and maintain the facility.

- Provides assistance in the coordination and management of the Facility's volunteer program, over 175 user groups, contractors and vendors building strong relationships for continued shooting sports growth

- Serves as the designated steward for the identified Commission owned or managed property. Conducts annual property inspections using the Department standardized criteria, identifies and documents hazards and liability and other issues associated with the property, and develops and implements appropriate and necessary mitigation actions working with appropriate branch chiefs, regional managers and the Department's Risk Management and Engineering Sections as needed. Maintains and submits inspection and project records as required. Completes all required property steward training.