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Thank you for your interest in working with the Arizona Game and Fish Department. Learn more about our opportunities by viewing the links below:

 
Current Openings - Read Instructions on How to Apply
 
  • ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES OFFICER III (posted 10/08/08)
    “Range Manager”
    Ben Avery Shooting Facility / Clay Target Center / Phoenix Based
    Permanent Position/ Grade 22 ($46,577-$73,779)
    Announcement #13-08NWS / Closing Date:  10/28/08

  • INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II (posted 10/07/08)
    "User Support Specialist"
    Special Services Division
    Permanent Position/Phoenix Based
    Salary Grade C2 ($25,507-$53,107)
    Announcement #12-07NWS / Closing Date:  10/21/08

  • WILDLIFE HABITAT CONSTRUCTION TECHNICIAN (posted 10/08/08)
    Special Services Division
    Development Branch / Permanent Position
    Phoenix Based / Salary Grade 17($29,008-$49,561)
    Announcement #42-08WS / Closing Date:  10/23/08

  • WILDLIFE LAW ENFORCEMENT SPECIALIST (posted 09/22/08)
    Field Operations Division
    Region V / Permanent Position
    Tucson Based / Salary Grade 20 ($42,493-$62,692)
    Announcement #35-08WS / Closing Date: 10/17/08

  • WILDLIFE LAW ENFORCEMENT SUPERVISOR (posted 09/25/08)
    “Statewide OUI / Watercraft Law Enforcement Coordinator”
    Field Operations Division / Law Enforcement Branch
    Permanent Position / Phoenix Based
    Salary Grade 21 - Hiring Range $43,818-$66,171
    Announcement #38-08WS / Closing Date: 10/17/08

  • WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT BRANCH MANAGER
    "Game Branch Chief"
    Wildlife Management Division
    Phoenix Based / Uncovered
    Salary Grade 24 ($50,891-$87,133)
    Announcement: AGF31-08WS / Closing Date: 10/17/08

  • WILDLIFE MANAGER I
    Field Operations Division / Statewide Locations
    Salary: Wildlife Manager I (Cadet)
    Salary Grade 17 ($31,405-$49,561)
    Announcement #18-08WS / Closing Date: Open Continuous

  • WILDLIFE SPECIALIST II (revised - posted 10/09/08)
    “Aquatic Research Specialist”
    Wildlife Management Division
    Research Branch / Limited Position
    Phoenix Based Salary Grade 20 ($36,453-$56,964)
    Announcement #40-08WS / Closing Date: Closing Date:  10/29/08

  • WILDLIFE SPECIALIST REGIONAL SUPERVISOR (posted 09/24/08)
    “Regional Fish Program Manager”
    Field Operations / Region II / Flagstaff
    Permanent Position / Grade 21 / ($43,827-$68,155)
    Announcement #37-08WS / Closing Date: 10/24/08

  • WILDLIFE SPECIALIST REGIONAL SUPERVISOR (posted 09/25/08)
    “Regional Fish Program Manager”
    Field Operations / Region IV / Yuma
    Permanent Position / Grade 21 / ($43,827-$68,155)
    Announcement #33-08WS / Closing Date: 10/24/08

  • WILDLIFE SPECIALIST STATEWIDE SUPERVISOR (posted 10/07/08)
    “Mexican Wolf Field Team Leader”
    Region I / Pinetop Based / Limited Position
    Region I Administration Site / Alpine, Arizona
    Salary Grade 22 ($46,914-$73,779)
    Announcement #39-08WS / Closing:  11/05/08

  • WILDLIFE TECHNICIAN (posted 10/07/08)
    Wildlife Management Division
    Research Branch / Limited Position
    Phoenix Based / Salary Grade 16 ($29,415-$46,376)
    Announcement #41-08WS / Closing Date:  11/03/08

Important Note on how to apply: When click Find new openings at azstatejobs.gov below, you will go to Arizona's state-wide job Web site, azstatejobs.gov. This site provides you with access to all open state of Arizona government jobs, if you wish to view only Arizona Game and Fish Department jobs, please:

1. Click on "Search Jobs" on the left hand side.

2. Please enter the letters AGF in the keyword search field in that site and click "Search".

3. Select specific job and click "Apply" at bottom.

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Find new openings at azstatejobs.gov

 
About the Department
The Arizona Game and Fish Department, under the provisions of Arizona Revised Statute 17-231 is responsible for carrying out policy for the management, preservation and harvest of wildlife. This activity is carried out under the supervision of the Game and Fish Director, who also serves as Secretary to the Game and Fish Commission. The Commission consists of five members appointed by the Governor. Commissioners are appointed for staggered five year terms and by statute must meet at least quarterly.

The Department employs approximately 500 permanent employees, within four divisions: Wildlife Management, Special Services, Information and Education and Field Operations.

A brief description of each division follows:

Wildlife Management Division: Responsibility for projects and programs related to wildlife, wildlife habitat, fisheries management, nongame and endangered species, research and enforcement program management.

Special Services Division:
Responsibilities include, finance and accounting, information services, special contracts, planning and evaluation, purchase and supply, printing, engineering and development and maintenance of all Department owned equipment and property.

Information and Education Division:
Responsibility for informing the public about wildlife, conservation issues and laws regulating harvest of wildlife. This is done through its Information, Education, Publications and Audio-Visual Branches.

Field Operations Division: Responsibility for field wildlife management, such as wildlife surveys, law enforcement, customer service and services provided at six regions located in Pinetop, Flagstaff, Kingman, Yuma, Tucson and Mesa.

The Game and Fish Department does not receive general fund monies. It is primarily supported by the sale of hunting and fishing licenses, permits and tags. Excise tax dollars on sporting arms and ammunition and fishing equipment, which must be matched by the Department, is also a source of funds. Other funding sources include watercraft registration fees, gas taxes, the Nongame Checkoff from state income tax donations and Heritage dollars from the state lottery.
 
An equal opportunity, reasonable accommodations employer, the Arizona Game and Fish Department complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If you need accommodation in the employment process or this document in an alternative format, please contact our office at (602) 789-3326 or TTY 1-800-367-8939 prior to the closing date of the job in which you are interested. The Arizona Game & Fish Department is responsible for managing Arizona’s fish and wildlife resource as an enduring public trust. In addition, the Department is charged with promoting safe and responsible use of watercraft and off-highway vehicles. Funding is provided from the sale of licenses and permits; watercraft registration fees; federal excise taxes on firearms, fishing equipment, boats, and other sporting goods; State lottery revenues; donations on State income tax forms; and various contracts and grants. Department policy is set by the Arizona Game and Fish Commission, whose five members are appointed by the Governor. We stand in support of equality for and advancement of all people based on their qualifications and actions alone without regard to color, gender, age, religion, national origin, or disability.
 
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