The Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Division of Wildlife Conservation seeks a dynamic individual interested in leading the department's Special Areas Program (state game refuges, wildlife sanctuaries, and critical habitat areas). The Statewide Program Coordinator is also integral to the Lands Program across southcentral and southwestern Alaska addressing development, planning and other actions potentially impacting wildlife resources, habitats, and public uses of those resources. This program includes the Wildlife Habitat Enhancement and Spatial Analysis Program with mechanical treatments and prescribed fire happening across the state. The Statewide Program Coordinator works cooperatively with other state and federal agencies, municipal governments, and nonprofit organizations engaged in wildlife conservation and the public's use and enjoyment of public lands. Responsibilities also include oversight of program budgets, supervision of professional and technical staff located in four area offices (Anchorage, Soldotna, Fairbanks, and Palmer), and represents the department in the statewide fire management group.

The Alaska Department of Fish & Game strives for a diverse and inclusive workforce where safety and well-being are paramount and employees at all levels promote a culture where everyone is valued, treated equitably, and treated respectfully. The mission of the Division of Wildlife Conservation is to conserve and enhance Alaska's wildlife and habitats and provide for a wide range of public uses and benefits. Alaska's lands and waters support a productive array of fish and wildlife resources with especially unique and rich habitats being protected within 32 State of Alaska wildlife sanctuaries, refuges, and critical habitat areas. Totaling 3.3 million acres, this is the largest state managed program of its kind in the nation. This position serves as a key member of a dynamic team responsible for assuring these world-class resources are conserved for future generations while also allowing for a variety of compatible public uses.

The position is based in the department’s Anchorage regional office with immediate access to diverse staff from all department divisions and disciplines. You will also interact with interagency colleagues, partner groups, and the public on a regular basis. There are many opportunities for conducting field work and site visits to the refuges, sanctuaries, and critical habitat areas in the southcentral and southwestern regions of the state. Travel within the state is required. Expect 3-4 multi-day trips to include field visits and interagency meetings. One-day trips are common for local refuge visits. Some field work involves camping, flying in small aircraft or helicopters, boat travel, and may require driving 4WD vehicles and snowmachines through difficult conditions.

Travel within the state is required. Expect 3-4 multi-day trips to include field visits and interagency meetings. One-day trips are common for local refuge visits. Some field work involves camping, flying in small aircraft or helicopters, boat travel, and may require driving 4WD vehicles and snowmachines through difficult conditions.