GAME AND FISH DEPT

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 were all about! Consider joining our workforce today. AZGFD celebrates the diversity of Arizonas people landscapes and of course wildlife. However you choose to enjoy Arizonas wildlife and wild places the outdoors is open for all.

The Arizona Game and Fish Department manages fish and wildlife in Arizona and under the authority of the Arizona Game and Fish Commission creates and implements scientific methods and regulations to effectively manage fish and wildlife habitat via conservation enforcement hunting fishing watercraft and off-highway vehicle recreation and shooting sports. The Arizona Game and Fish Department dedicates itself to excellence values its employees and supports a culture of stewardship teamwork and partnerships.

Address: 4044 W. BLACK CANYON BLVD PHOENIX ARIZONA 85086

Hiring Hourly Rate: $18.70

Grade: 15

Closing Date: 06/19/2025

The Ben Avery Shooting Facility is one of the largest publicly operated shooting facilities in the country. Our world-class shooting range is a City of Phoenix Point of Pride and has received a Five Star rating from the National Association of Shooting Ranges. Located on 1650 acres in north Phoenix the Ben Avery Shooting Facility averages more than 240000 shooters per year. The facility offers a fun and safe environment for shooters of all experience levels and strives to provide a quality recreation experience for all users.

The Pistol Range is currently seeking to fill a part time Shooting Range Assistant. The schedule will include working a rotating shift including weekends and holidays outside in a noisy environment while exposed to heat cold wind rain and/or dust.

Under close supervision the Shooting Range Assistant will perform entry level tasks associated with range safety enforcement which includes firearms safety and enforcing safety regulations on the rifle and pistol ranges while performing superior customer service.

-Observes public shooting and ensures a safe and family-friendly range experience for all customers.
-Performs daily maintenance tasks to include raking and cleaning various fields emptying trash and assisting in the care of the landscape and other facility maintenance / custodial duties along with providing customer service and safety.
-Assists range staff in set-up implementation and completion of corporate events introductory shooting programs shooting competitions and other shooting sports activities throughout the season in addition to performing basic maintenance and upkeep of the public shooting area.

The candidate must have exceptional customer service and communication skills and have the ability to interact and work with a diverse variety of customers user groups and employees. The candidate must have a safety mindset and be prepared to enforce range safety rules equally at all times.

The ideal candidate will have customer service experience in a high volume high stress environment. Will also have experience with rifle pistol clay target and/or shotgun shooting. Certifications from nationally recognized shooting sports organizations are a plus.

A level 1 fingerprint clearance card is required. Must be able to legally possess a firearm in accordance with 18 U.S. Code 922(g). Employment is contingent upon completion of a post-offer medical/physical examination and the agencys ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions. Medical/Physical examination will include baseline blood lead and zinc levels and a baseline hearing test all of which will be conducted on an annual basis.

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job then the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current valid class-appropriate drivers license complete all required
training and successfully pass all necessary drivers license record checks. The license must be current unexpired and neither revoked or suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to drivers license record checks must maintain acceptable driving records and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R.11).

All newly hired employees will be subject to the E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification program.

The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
Sick leave
Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
Health and dental insurance
Retirement plan
Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance deferred compensation plans and supplemental life insurance

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot programhere. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona please visit our benefits page.

If you have any questions please feel free to contact Amy Lacy at for assistance.

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.