Endangered Species Coordinator

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.

Address: 5000 West Carefree Highway, Phoenix, AZ 85086

• Salary: $65,968 - $120,352
• Grade: 26
• Closing Date: 10/28/2026

POLICY AND RESEARCH ADMINISTRATOR

“Endangered Species Coordinator”

WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT DIVISION / HEADQUARTERS / PHOENIX, AZ BASED

FLSA
- Exempt / SALARY GRADE 26 / SALARY RANGE $65,968-$120,352

CLOSING DATE: 10/28/2026

This Endangered Species Coordinator position will report to the Assistant Director of the Wildlife Management Division and will be responsible for providing strategic, operational and program implementation support for AZGFD management of threatened, endangered and sensitive species. These activities will include state, regional, national and international coordination on both policy and procedures as well as threatened and endangered species recovery actions.

The position will also be responsible for consultation and support to the Department's executive staff and Commission regarding the Mexican Wolf Program and the role of coordination regarding policy, stakeholders and multi-agency partnerships for implementation. This position will lead and coordinate internally and externally on the respective activities and roles of various Sections under the Endangered Species Act, including but not limited to, section 4, section 6, section 7 and section 10.

This position will also be responsible for training, coaching and mentoring AZGFD personnel on aspects of Threatened and Endangered Species Act as well as jurisdictional authorities for the purposes of wildlife management and authorities.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Major duties include:

• Provide support and consultation to the WMD…