Job Description

Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Directs, plans, organizes, and controls functions of a major department of state government responsible for the "control, propagation, management, protection, and regulation of all Wyoming Wildlife" (23-1-103). Responsible for working with the Governor's Office, Legislature, and the Wyoming Game and Fish Commission on a variety of issues, including sensitive species, funding, energy development, and other matters associated with the department's mission. Directs, plans, organizes, and controls functions of the agency's Statewide Habitat Protection Program.
Human Resource Contact: Dezzaree Schott /
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.

• Extensive interactions with federal, state, and local government agencies, legislators, non-governmental organizations, and private industry on a wide variety of wildlife-related issues.
• Direct department administrators and subordinates to accomplish department objectives.
• Assign activities to meet department objectives, delegate authority, and implement direction.
• Regulate activities per statutes, objectives, and budget.
• Establish department objectives after evaluating constituents' desires and regulatory, social, and budgetary constraints.
• Develop or select alternatives to accomplish department objectives.
• Prioritize and maintain staffing of positions to ensure the effectiveness of the department.
• Serve as the department Director in their absence.
• Advisory to other organizations, the general public, and work groups.
• Serve on various regional and national committees that develop policy positions governing wildlife.

Qualifications
PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:
Preference may be given to individuals with work experience in wildlife management.
**Must have a valid driver's license.
KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of fish and wildlife management and policy.
• Knowledge of environmental compliance, laws, and processes.
• Knowledge of personnel management.
• Knowledge of state and federal legislation and regulations.
• Knowledge of current and future trends (national and local).
• Skill in planning and organizing large, complex programs and evaluating progress toward objectives.
• Skill in public-political involvement.
• Skill in managing large departments with multiple areas of expertise.
• Skill in decision-making.
• Skill in oral and written communications.
• Skill in interpersonal relations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Bachelor's Degree (typically in Wildlife Management)
Experience:
6-8 years of progressive work experience (typically in Wildlife Management) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Game and Fish Administrator
OR
Education & Experience Substitution:
8-10 years of progressive work experience (typically in Wildlife Management) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Game and Fish Administrator
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
None
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Travel is required.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Exempt
• This is an AT-WILL position, which serves at the pleasure of the Director.

Supplemental Information
040-Game & Fish Commission - Office of the Director
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Working for the State of Wyoming means more than a job - it's a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life.
Employees enjoy:

• Comprehensive health coverage - medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Voluntary Benefits - including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
• Multiple retirement options - including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
• Generous paid leave and flexible schedules - vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 11 paid holidays each year
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility - for those with qualifying student loans
• Training and professional development - to support your career growth and advancement
• Employee Assistance Program - Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
• Wellness Program - Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health
• WORKING FOR THE GREATEST STATE IN THE NATION - Wyoming offers a lifestyle you can't find anywhere else - wide-open spaces, clean air, friendly communities, year-round recreation, and no state income tax.

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