GAME AND FISH DEPT

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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.

WILDLIFE HABITAT CONSTRUCTION CREW LEADER

Job Location:

Address:  5000 W. CAREFREE HWY, PHOENIX, ARIZONA 85086

Posting Details:

Hiring Hourly Range:  $20.00 - $25.00

Grade: 18

Closing Date: 10/27/2024

Job Summary:

The position will supervise Habitat Construction Technicians, volunteers, and occasionally assist Heavy Equipment or Navigational Aids Crews with projects. This position is also responsible to manage and direct construction/maintenance projects aimed at enhancing, protecting, or creating wildlife habitats, as well as structures used by Department staff and the public. This includes a diverse range of projects such as wildlife areas, conservation facilities, livestock fences, shooting facilities, Wildlife Water Developments, access roads, administrative structures, vegetation management, earthen dams, and fish hatcheries.

Job Duties:

-Supervise the construction, maintenance, and repair of habitat development or maintenance projects.
-Knowledge of Arizona waterways, navigational aids, and heavy equipment operation.
-Handle administrative tasks, organize workflows, manage material loading and delivery.
-Ensure job safety, including the proper use of hazardous materials, hand and power tools, vehicles, aircraft, and construction equipment
-Coordinate project activities for crew and other governmental agencies, volunteers, Department personnel, and contractors.
-Manage the proper storage, maintenance, and transportation of materials and equipment
-Responsible for ensuring tools, equipment, and vehicles in proper working order. This includes overseeing inventory.
-Ensure that subordinates complete Departmental paperwork, including time diaries, surveys, purchasing documents, inventories, material deliveries, timesheets, and travel reimbursement forms.
-Support other activities of other Department work units, Branches and Regions, and other government agencies as requested.
-Ensure compliance with established maintenance and construction procedures, OSHA regulations, and environmental guidelines.
-Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

The candidate will have knowledge of supervisory techniques, Department policies, procedures, and mission; verbal and written communication; project management; wildlife behavior and habits; construction and maintenance including general knowledge of a variety of construction trades (e.g. carpentry, plumbing, masonry & cement, welding, and painting); water development components including HDPE or PVC, fiberglass, metal, or concrete tanks and troughs, pipe rail and wire fences, metal and PVC plumbing, and historical and modern building infrastructure; hydrology and evaluating; basic knowledge of safety for working around aircraft (mainly helicopter); and basic knowledge of first aid, CPR. The candidate will be skilled in management and leadership; construction and maintenance; proper use tools common to construction and maintenance projects; and camping for long periods of time. Th