About the Job
Join the only state agency in Arizona dedicated to conserving and protecting over 800 wildlife species. At AZGFD, you’ll be part of a passionate team making a positive impact on outdoor recreation across the state — from fishing, boating, and off-highway vehicle use to shooting sports, hunting, and wildlife watching. Our biologists use the best science available, and our wildlife managers work directly within communities every day to make a difference.
Beyond fieldwork, AZGFD offers numerous opportunities across the agency. We value the diversity of Arizona’s people, landscapes, and wildlife. However you choose to engage with Arizona’s great outdoors, we believe it should be open and accessible to all.
The Department operates under the authority of the Arizona Game and Fish Commission and is responsible for managing fish, wildlife, and their habitats through conservation efforts, law enforcement, hunting and fishing programs, watercraft and off-highway vehicle recreation, and shooting sports initiatives. At AZGFD, we are committed to excellence, stewardship, teamwork, and building strong partnerships.
Applications Developer
Location:
5000 W. Carefree Highway, Phoenix, AZ 85086
Compensation:
Salary Range: $65,968–$83,000
Grade: 26
Closing Date: 05/06/2025
Position Summary:
As an Applications Developer, you will play a key role in creating new software applications and systems while supporting our internal and external customers. This includes maintaining and troubleshooting code, conducting peer reviews, and performing thorough testing to ensure reliable functionality. Projects may include public-facing systems, dealer interfaces, and digital transformation initiatives to automate Department processes.
You’ll also support critical Department systems and participate in projects managed by our project management team.
Key Responsibilities:
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Develop new applications based on business requirements, delivering functional and technical solutions to production.
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Update and maintain existing applications, ensuring minimal downtime and strict adherence to deadlines.
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Demonstrate attention to detail and efficiency in all work.
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Prepare and interpret technical and project documentation.
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Collaborate with project management teams to support project preparation and documentation.
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Maintain the security standards set by the security team within all applications.
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Train new team members on systems and applications when necessary.
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Perform system and application maintenance and other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):
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Proficiency in multiple programming languages and database management systems (specifically MSSQL).
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Experience designing and developing mobile applications and .NET web-based systems.
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Familiarity with AWS products and services.
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Skilled in customer service, communication (both written and verbal), organization, and meeting deadlines.
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Strong critical thinking and the ability to write reusable and standardized code.
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Ability to prioritize and balance multiple tasks, work collaboratively, quickly learn new technologies, creatively solve business challenges, and assess risks in development projects.
Preferred Qualifications:
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Experience with Xamarin mobile application development is preferred.
Minimum Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s degree and at least 5 years of programming and analysis experience (or equivalent experience).
Pre-Employment Requirements:
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Possession of a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record is required if driving is part of job responsibilities.
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Compliance with E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification.
Benefits:
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Paid sick leave and vacation (with 10 paid holidays annually)
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Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks per year under a pilot program)
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Health and dental insurance
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Retirement plan participation
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Life and long-term disability insurance
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Optional benefits including short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance