Pima County
1081 - Deputy Director Conservation Lands and Resources
Pima County, Tucson, Arizona, United States, 85718
Salary Grade: 19
Pay Range :Full Range: $102,213 - $153,320
Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification.
Pima County is a national leader in land conservation and the protection of our natural and cultural heritage. Conservation Lands and Resources (CLR) is a new department that consolidates similar conservation functions currently in two departments: the Natural Resources Parks and Recreation Department and the Office of Sustainability and Conservation.CLR is committed to the stewardship and enhancement of our County conservation lands, as well as facilitating development in alignment with the Sonoran Desert Conservation Plan (SDCP), Multi-Species Conservation Plan (MSCP), Board policies, and other regulatory frameworks. We employ science-based conservation strategies and foster public engagement through education and recreation while maintaining the ecological and cultural integrity of Indigenous and historic-era sites, mountain parks, trails, ranches, and other County conservation lands. The department oversees 250,000 acres of County owned and managed mountain parks, ranches, and other conservation areas; 25 trailheads and over 150 miles of trails; natural and cultural heritage preservation and development compliance; environmental education and programming; and native plant nursery, restoration, and invasive species control services.For more information about this department visit the link below:Conservation Lands and ResourcesThis is a classification in the unclassified service and is exempt from the Merit System Rules.As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the department’s need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.Plans, organizes, and directs assigned functions and operational activities of the Conservation Lands and Resources Department under the direction of the Director, and performs statutory requirements in the absence of the Director;Provides management and supervision to department managers and other employees within assigned areas of responsibility;Drafts and maintains administrative and operational procedures, subject to Director approval, to ensure compliance with County, state and federal ordinances, laws, and regulations;Coordinates the development and preparation of department budget and exercises management control over departmental expenditures;Analyzes departmental procedures and organizational structures in relation to operational needs and develops plans and processes to increase efficiency and cost-effectiveness;Prepares departmental reports, recommendations, and studies to evaluate effectiveness of department services recommending corrective action when appropriate;Represents the Director and/or the department at formal and informal meetings;Plans, develops, and implements staff training programs;Reviews and analyzes proposed state and federal legislation for potential impact on department operations and processes and provides recommendations;Responds to county and public inquiries and performs community relations activities;Establishes and maintains liaison with federal, state, and local governmental agencies;Represents the department with the media and the public if directed to do so.A Bachelor’s or higher degree from an accredited college or university with a major in public or business administration, natural resource management, conservation science, biology, cultural resources management, historic preservation, parks and recreation administration, or a related field as determined by the County Administrator at the time of recruitment and four years of supervisorial and/or managerial experience.
(Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.Preferred Qualifications :(Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.)Minimum seven (7) years of progressive work experience in natural and/or cultural heritage resource conservation, and/or land management, preferably in a government setting.Advanced degree in natural resource management, conservation science, biology, cultural resources management, historic preservation, landscape architecture, or parks and recreation, public or business administration, or a related field as determined by the County Administrator at the time of recruitment.Minimum three (3) years experience in managing operation and maintenance budgets.Minimum three (3) years experience leading a diverse workforce in a complex and dynamic environment.Experience with/knowledge of Southern Arizona ecology, land management issues, regulatory system, and diverse cultural heritage.Experience developing, implementing, managing, or advocating for conservation policies, plans, programs, or regulations.Selection Procedure :Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum/desired qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum/desired qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process.Licenses and Certificates :
Valid driver license is required at time of application. Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment. The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant’s suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures. Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination. Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services’ review and approval of the candidate’s driving record.Special Notice Items:
The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County.EEO Information :
Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Pay Range :Full Range: $102,213 - $153,320
Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification.
Pima County is a national leader in land conservation and the protection of our natural and cultural heritage. Conservation Lands and Resources (CLR) is a new department that consolidates similar conservation functions currently in two departments: the Natural Resources Parks and Recreation Department and the Office of Sustainability and Conservation.CLR is committed to the stewardship and enhancement of our County conservation lands, as well as facilitating development in alignment with the Sonoran Desert Conservation Plan (SDCP), Multi-Species Conservation Plan (MSCP), Board policies, and other regulatory frameworks. We employ science-based conservation strategies and foster public engagement through education and recreation while maintaining the ecological and cultural integrity of Indigenous and historic-era sites, mountain parks, trails, ranches, and other County conservation lands. The department oversees 250,000 acres of County owned and managed mountain parks, ranches, and other conservation areas; 25 trailheads and over 150 miles of trails; natural and cultural heritage preservation and development compliance; environmental education and programming; and native plant nursery, restoration, and invasive species control services.For more information about this department visit the link below:Conservation Lands and ResourcesThis is a classification in the unclassified service and is exempt from the Merit System Rules.As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the department’s need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.Plans, organizes, and directs assigned functions and operational activities of the Conservation Lands and Resources Department under the direction of the Director, and performs statutory requirements in the absence of the Director;Provides management and supervision to department managers and other employees within assigned areas of responsibility;Drafts and maintains administrative and operational procedures, subject to Director approval, to ensure compliance with County, state and federal ordinances, laws, and regulations;Coordinates the development and preparation of department budget and exercises management control over departmental expenditures;Analyzes departmental procedures and organizational structures in relation to operational needs and develops plans and processes to increase efficiency and cost-effectiveness;Prepares departmental reports, recommendations, and studies to evaluate effectiveness of department services recommending corrective action when appropriate;Represents the Director and/or the department at formal and informal meetings;Plans, develops, and implements staff training programs;Reviews and analyzes proposed state and federal legislation for potential impact on department operations and processes and provides recommendations;Responds to county and public inquiries and performs community relations activities;Establishes and maintains liaison with federal, state, and local governmental agencies;Represents the department with the media and the public if directed to do so.A Bachelor’s or higher degree from an accredited college or university with a major in public or business administration, natural resource management, conservation science, biology, cultural resources management, historic preservation, parks and recreation administration, or a related field as determined by the County Administrator at the time of recruitment and four years of supervisorial and/or managerial experience.
(Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.Preferred Qualifications :(Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.)Minimum seven (7) years of progressive work experience in natural and/or cultural heritage resource conservation, and/or land management, preferably in a government setting.Advanced degree in natural resource management, conservation science, biology, cultural resources management, historic preservation, landscape architecture, or parks and recreation, public or business administration, or a related field as determined by the County Administrator at the time of recruitment.Minimum three (3) years experience in managing operation and maintenance budgets.Minimum three (3) years experience leading a diverse workforce in a complex and dynamic environment.Experience with/knowledge of Southern Arizona ecology, land management issues, regulatory system, and diverse cultural heritage.Experience developing, implementing, managing, or advocating for conservation policies, plans, programs, or regulations.Selection Procedure :Pima County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates that meet the minimum/desired qualifications. All applications will be assessed based on an evaluation of the listed education and experience. Candidates meeting the minimum/desired qualifications may be further evaluated/scored against any advertised Preferred Qualifications. Additional assessments/testing may be required as part of the selection process.Licenses and Certificates :
Valid driver license is required at time of application. Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment. The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant’s suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures. Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination. Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services’ review and approval of the candidate’s driving record.Special Notice Items:
The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County.EEO Information :
Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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