The formal education equivalent of a bachelor’s degree in fisheries management, wildlife management, biology, criminal justice or a related area, plus eight (8) years of progressively more robust experience in conservation program development, natural resource management, enforcement or related area including five years in a managerial capacity. 

OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE HUMAN RESOURCES CHIEF.

A Master’s Degree in public or business administration, environmental or natural science, wildlife or fisheries management, criminal justice, or a related field; plus eight years of experience in the administration and development of natural resources, conservation, or other related state or federal programs.  Preferred experience includes a high level of leadership responsibility including personnel management, state or federal legislative activities, budget and fiscal oversight, planning and development, and/or other related management functions.

Knowledge of state and federal conservation laws, rules and regulations

Budget principles and practices

Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of programs

Ability to establish program goals and objectives supporting strategic plans

Supervisory principles and practices

Assess, recommend and/or develop in-house training programs

Create and make effective presentations to Commission

Organize, direct, and supervise the work of others

Coordinate work with and through others, both within and outside of the agency

Maintain confidentiality

Communicate well, both orally and in writing, with employees, community leaders, government officials, and individuals with varying backgrounds

Maintain professionalism and tact when relaying information and/or responding to questions, concerns, and complaints from both within and outside of the agency

Manage multiple projects under time and resource pressure

Analyze complex issues and problems; develop and recommend effective resolutions

Diplomatic handling of sensitive situations, issues, questions, problems, and suggestions

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The Deputy Director position supports the mission of conservation.  The position is responsible for directing multiple divisions within AGFC, providing leadership and direction with regard to policy development, as well as assisting the Director with overall operations of the Commission.  This position is governed by state and federal laws and Commission policy.

Directs the activities of staff through subordinate managers and administrators. Oversees and evaluates the performance of various divisions. Develops, sets, and evaluates division performance through measurable outcomes. Routinely interacts with local, state, and federal officials, and members of the public.
 

This position will be responsible for the administration and oversight of several assigned Divisions of the agency.  Will direct and oversee Division Chiefs who manage major organizational units of the agency.  Will be responsible for representing the Commission on boards as well as statewide and regional work groups.  In the absence of the Director and the Chief of Staff, will be responsible for the day to day affairs of the agency.  Will be required to present and interact with the Commission, the public, and the Legislature.

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Applications must include complete work history and references. A resume may accompany the application but will not be substituted for any part of the application.  

All applicants are subject to a criminal background check.