Endangered Species Coordinator

The Endangered Species Coordinator reports to the Assistant Director of the Wildlife Management Division and provides strategic, operational, and program implementation support for Arizona Game and Fish Department management of threatened, endangered, and sensitive species. The role coordinates state, regional, national, and international activities on policy and procedures, oversees the Mexican Wolf Program, and leads implementation of the Endangered Species Act.

The position includes training and mentoring department personnel and may allow remote work within Arizona.

• Bachelor's degree or higher in wildlife science or closely related field with at least 4 years of program management and supervision experience
• Knowledge of federal law pertaining to threatened and endangered species and the Endangered Species Act
• Strong skills in mediation, negotiation, conflict resolution, and written and verbal communication
• Experience with strategic and operational planning and wildlife management principles
• Valid state-issued driver's license
• PMP Certification and/or Endangered Species Act or NEPA certification required or will be required