Division Administrator Senior

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 is an Equal Employment Opportunity agency.

Job Location:

Address: 5000 West Carefree Highway, Phoenix, AZ 85086

Salary: $77,958 - $141,454

Grade: 28

Closing Date: 02/24/2026

The Recruitment, Retention, and Reactivation (R3) Branch Chief works under the general direction of the Assistant Director, Information, Education and Recreation Division (IERD) and is responsible and accountable for managing a Department Branch, including its personnel, budget, and resources.

This position is responsible for implementing and managing a wildlife recreation customer recruitment and retention plan that guides agency operations and organizational structure to address hunters, anglers and recreational shooters. Supervises, manages and directs the activities of the Department’s hunting and angling recruitment and retention programs. Manages and coordinates recruitment and retention efforts across agency work units including outdoor expos, campaign development, establishing partnerships, managing a volunteer workforce, and reaching non‑traditional and underrepresented segments of the public.

Oversees the Hunter Education Program, Scholastic Clay Target Program, Angling Education, and the National Archery In The Schools Program. Provides technical support and advice for hunt guidelines, fishing regulations, and rule processes to ensure they are in line with recruitment goals. Works with communities and partners to establish and assist local conservation groups in developing conservation and mentoring programs utilizing best practices for recruiting and retaining wildlife‑related recreationists.

Manages grant programs that provide funds to local organizations to recruit and retain participants. Serves as agency lead in coordinating with partners including industry and other organizations to identify and implement recruitment strategies and to coordinate nation‑wide efforts. Serves as acting Assistant Director, serves on the Department’s Leadership Team, other cross‑functional improvement teams. Provides presentations to the public, partners and the Commission.

Develops annual budget proposals and operational plans. Develops and interprets agency policies and procedures. Establishes goals, objectives and evaluation measures for recruitment and retention efforts to ensure programs are effective. Identifies and pursues external grant opportunities to secure funds for recruitment and retention programs.

Major duties may include:

• Monitors program outputs against program goals and advises and acts on behalf of the Assistant Director of IERD
• Provides leadership for the implementation and execution of Departmental policies and procedures for programs in support of the Department
• Writes and/or edits programmatic strategic and operational plans, policies and procedures
• Administers allocated funds. Develops policy statements. Selects, trains, supervises, and counsels subordinate staff
• Evaluates program and staff effectiveness
• Perform other duties as assigned

Strong knowledge of hunting,…