GAME AND FISH DEPARTMENT

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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.

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Wildlife Habitat Crew Construction Leader

Job Location:

SUPPORT SERVICES DIVISION / DEVELOPMENT BRANCH / PHOENIX, ARIZONA BASED
5000 W. Carefree Hwy. Phoenix, AZ 85086

Posting Details:

Salary: $20.00 - $25.00/HR 

Grade: 18

Closing Date: 5/17/2026

Job Summary:

WILDLIFE HABITAT CONSTRUCTION CREW LEADER
SUPPORT SERVICES DIVISION / DEVELOPMENT BRANCH / PHOENIX, ARIZONA BASED
FLSA – NON-EXEMPT / SALARY GRADE 18 / HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $20.00 - $25.00/HR

Are you ready to trade the city skyline for Arizona’s rugged horizons? We are looking for a Wildlife Habitat Crew Construction Leader who can turn blueprints into biological havens. If you have mastered heavy equipment and construction but want your legacy to be measured in protected species and thriving ecosystems rather than just square footage, this is your call to action!

As a Crew Leader, you aren't just building structures; you are the architect of Arizona’s conservation future. You will lead high-impact projects that directly protect and create habitats across the state’s diverse landscapes. From the depths of our waterways to the heart of the wilderness, your work ensures that Arizona’s wildlife and the public who love it have a place to thrive.

What You’ll Do
• Construct for Conservation: Manage and direct a wide range of projects, including Wildlife Water Developments, fish hatcheries, earthen dams, and livestock enclosure fences.
�� Master the Waterways: Oversee navigational aid and dock maintenance across Arizona’s iconic waterways.
• Lead the Frontline: Direct a dedicated team of staff, volunteers, and contractors, ensuring every project meets elite standards of quality and OSHA safety.
• Command Heavy Metal: Utilize your expertise in heavy equipment to move mountains—literally—for habitat enhancement and vegetation management.
• Guard the Gear: Take charge of high-value assets, managing over $190,000 in equipment and materials critical to our mission.

This isn't a 9-to-5 desk job. You will work irregular hours, weekends, and holidays in some of the most remote and beautiful locations in the Southwest. You’ll be lifting heavy, climbing rugged terrain, and navigating hazardous conditions to get the job done.

Ready to leave your mark on the wild? Apply now and lead the crew that builds a better future for Arizona’s wildlife!

Job Duties:

Wildlife Habitat Crew Leaders play a critical role in overseeing the activities of Navigational Aids and Boating Access, Wildlife Habitat Construction, Heavy Equipment, volunteers and contractors. Their primary responsibility is to manage and direct construction and maintenance projects aimed at enhancing, protecting, or creating wildlife