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Reptiles & Amphibians Program Manager
- 536987
- PHOENIX
- GAME AND FISH DEPARTMENT
- Full-time
- Closing at: Nov 23 2025 - 23:55 MST
GAME AND FISH DEPARTMENT
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.
Reptiles & Amphibians Program Manager
Address: 5000 West Carefree Highway, Phoenix, Arizona 85086
Hiring Salary Range: $65,000 - $85,000
Grade: 24
Closing Date: 11/23/2025
This position serves as the statewide Reptiles and Amphibians program manager for the Department. This position supervises and coordinates a staff of wildlife specialists engaged in complex wildlife research, management and/or environmental studies for species of reptiles and amphibians in the field and laboratory. Coordinates and monitors wildlife study plans, programs and procedures. The Wildlife Specialist Statewide Supervisor develops and administers wildlife programs and is responsible for strategic planning and establishing programmatic priorities.
Description of Duties:
- Supervises, coaches, mentors and trains subordinate personnel in wildlife science and management principles and functions of species of reptiles and amphibians and their habitats across the state of Arizona. Coordinates and supervises the activities of subordinates.
- Manages workflow and may perform specialized oversight required for the respective program or work area.
- Provides program oversight and ensures staff competency and development. Develops and/or reviews wildlife management plans and guidelines.
- Supervises and monitors reptile and amphibian species’ study plans, programs, and procedures. Reviews, edits, evaluates and/or approves survey data, technical reports and publications.
- Prepares and/or reviews material for publication in reptile and amphibian technical journals and magazines, for the media or for presentation to scientific conferences, department personnel, other agencies, the general public and/or the media.
- Ensures all program-related administrative matters, e.g., budget, finances, reports, etc. are appropriately handled.
- May operate a variety of specialized equipment common to wildlife work.
- May act on behalf of the Terrestrial Wildlife Branch Chief as necessary.
- Other duties as assigned as related to the position.
The candidate will have knowledge of wildlife science and wildlife management and best practices for species of reptiles, amphibians, and their habitats; Federal, state and agency rules, regulations, policies and procedures. Work supervision principles and leadership techniques, including coaching, mentoring, employee discipline and staff development. Public relations, negotiation and customer service principles and techniques. Principles and practices of state of Arizona budget management and procurement.
The candidate will have skills in project management for species of reptiles and amphibians and their habitats; budget tracking; database use and development; computer operations including GIS software and databases; written and verbal communication; interpretation of biological data, to include ecological and statistical evaluations; coordination, supervision, organization, leadership.
The candidate will have the ability to apply job-related federal, state and agency rules, regulations, policies and procedures. Apply wildlife science and management best practices as appropriate to supervisory assignment development. Develop and maintain working relationships with the various governmental agencies, special interest groups, the media and the public. Provide appropriate public relations and customer service within and outside the agency to a variety of individuals and private and public entities. Communicate verbally and in writing. Negotiate with public and private entities and individuals. Work irregular hours, including on weekends and holidays and at night. Perform field site visits, sometimes in extreme weather and/or isolated conditions. Use various modes of transportation, such as boats, four-wheel drive, ATVs and specialized equipment common to wildlife work, as needed.
The candidate must have a Bachelors or advanced degree in wildlife sciences or a closely related field from an accredited college or university and five years professional experience in wildlife research or management.
Employment is contingent upon completion of a post-offer medical/physical examination and the agency’s ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions.
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
Sick leave
Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
Health and dental insurance
Retirement plan
Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page
If you have any questions please feel free to contact Milani Barron at mbarron@azgfd.gov for assistance. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.
ARIZONA MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (AMS)
All Arizona state employees operate within the Arizona Management System (AMS), an intentional, results-driven approach for doing the work of state government whereby every employee reflects on performance, reduces waste, and commits to continuous improvement with sustainable progress. Through AMS, every state employee seeks to understand customer needs, identify problems, improve processes, and measure results.
State employees are highly engaged, collaborative and embrace a culture of public service.
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements
