Desert Pronghorn Recovery Project Lead

State of Arizona; Yuma (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 days vacation

12 sick days

10 paid holidays

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Arizona State Retirement System

Job summary

Arizona Game and Fish Department in Yuma, AZ seeks a Sonoran Pronghorn Recovery Project Lead. This exempt, field‑based role will oversee two captive breeding programs and reintroduction efforts, coordinating across state and federal partners to safeguard this federally protected subspecies.

You will supervise a team of wildlife specialists, technicians, and interns, conduct habitat assessments, and manage budgets while reporting findings through GIS analyses and technical communications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Wildlife Management or closely related field.
• Ability to supervise and mentor staff including technicians and interns.
• Strong data analysis, reporting, and GIS skills for wildlife recovery work.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Sonoran Pronghorn Recovery Project, including captive breeding programs and reintroductions.
• Direct field operations such as habitat evaluations and translocations in challenging environments.
• Supervise wildlife professionals and provide technical guidance to team members.
• Analyze data and prepare reports, maps, and publications to inform agencies and partners.
• Build partnerships and manage project budgets across multiple contracts.

Skills

GIS

Data analysis

Team leadership

Field operations

Verbal/written communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Wildlife Management

Tools

GIS software

Telemetry equipment

Job description

Arizona Game and Fish Department in Yuma, AZ seeks a Sonoran Pronghorn Recovery Project Lead. This exempt, field‑based role will oversee two captive breeding programs and reintroduction efforts, coordinating across state and federal partners to safeguard this federally protected subspecies.

You will supervise a team of wildlife specialists, technicians, and interns, conduct habitat assessments, and manage budgets while reporting findings through GIS analyses and technical communications.